What is the Bare Minimum for a LinkedIn Profile? What is Overkill?

On June 6, 2022

A surprisingly large number of lawyers have a LinkedIn profile that says nothing of value about them. Yes they might post a picture and list their schools and employers. That is not enough. The minimum on top of that is to explain what you do, either in the About Me section, title, or description under […]

Interview

Good, Better, and Best Questions to Ask in an Interview

On May 27, 2022

If you are interviewing, you must have questions ready for the interviewer. (If you don’t, you will likely be dinged because it shows lack of interest, preparation, and respect.) I’ve covered basic questions to ask in the past here (“Who are the people I’d work most closely to in this position? What skill will I […]

Interview, Thank You

Unspoken Job Interview Rules: Which Apply to Lawyers?

On May 20, 2022

So much bad advice out there, so when I see good tips, I pass them along! I like these from the improbable source Huffington Post that are actually spot on: Give interviewers the highlights, not an exhaustive list of everything you’ve done. Yes! I agree you will be asked some version of “tell us about yourself” and […]

New Job

Tips for Interns (Or Anyone at a New Job)

On May 14, 2022

Summer is approaching fast! Do you have any interns joining? I like this engineering exec/angel investor’s top tips to be an effective intern. Here are some especially good ones for legal interns (and for anyone at a new job): Go to all meetings. Do homework beforehand, pay attention when there, take notes (that’s often expected for legal interns), […]

Career Management, Career Tips, Departure, LinkedIn, Networking

How to Take a Break Without Harming Your Career

On May 6, 2022

Lawyers have been working brutal hours through the pandemic. Some feel burnt out but are rightly concerned about stepping away when the market is faltering. (See this American Lawyer on the worrying state of the market.) I liked this recent Wall Street Journal article on how to take a career break but stay in the game. […]

Career Tips, Recruiter

Take-Aways from IAPP’s Let Get Hired Panel

On April 28, 2022

I spoke on IAPP’s panel Let’s Get Hired In Privacy earlier this month, moderated by Michelle Dennedy and Bryan Lee. Fellow panelists/recruiters included Jillian Jones from Meta, George Ratcliffe, Tessa Saxe, and Zachary Plotkin. We discussed what candidates can do to improve their chances of landing their ideal job. These tips apply not just to […]

Career Management, Market

Is a Correction Coming? What Would it Mean for Your Career?

On April 24, 2022

Yes, these are crazy times: pandemic, war, supply chain snarls, China lockdown, inflation at a four-decade high, and increased odds of a recession. WSJ thinks an “abrupt end” to growth is on the table. What does this mean for in-house careers? If you are looking to change jobs, consider the effect of the economy on […]

Compensation, Offer

WSJ’s Tips on Getting a Raise: Do They Work for Lawyers?

On April 17, 2022

Inflation is up, and the market is still hot, so yes you can ask for more money. Wall Street Journal gives five tips on how to do it. Do they actually work for lawyers? You can negotiate more than base pay. Yes, this is true. In-house lawyers usually get base, bonus, equity, and a host […]

Interview

When Interviews Go Awry

On April 10, 2022

If you can tell an interview is not going well, what should you do? Do try to get it back on course. If your interviewer looks bored, for example, make yourself interesting! Tell a killer war story. Vary your cadence and volume. If your explanations aren’t landing well, clarify any muddled points. Ask engaging questions […]

Change, Interview

Interview Questions to Prep For (in Order of Frequency & with Guide to Answers!)

On April 1, 2022

Interviews for in-house jobs are generally straightforward. Here are the questions you should prep for, listed in order of frequency and complete with links to good answers! Tell me about yourself. (See here and here on how to answer.) Why are you interested in this opportunity? (See here and here on how to answer.) What […]

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