Avoid Resume Craziness! Tales from the Frontline

On November 25, 2018

I understand resume writing is an art. All your experience must fit on two pages tops in a visually appealing manner, plus explain how you are a good fit for the job. So if you do all that AND still have space on your resume to highlight something smart and interesting (like you were a […]

Career Management, Job Search, Timing

If You Are Waiting for Market to Improve to Find Your Perfect Job, Stop Waiting!

On November 18, 2018

I understand that lawyers are risk averse (that’s our job to manage risk!). But if you are passively waiting for market conditions to improve and for your perfect job to appear, that’s a bad plan. Know instead that demand for legal services is at its highest since the Great Recession. Is there no place to […]

Interview, Job Search, Presentation, Resume, Thank You

Hiring Managers Reveal What’s Important & What’s Not in the Job Search: Employment Gaps, Interview Prep, Thank You Notes

On November 9, 2018

I like this recent article summarizing what 800 hiring managers care and don’t care about: How long a gap can you have on your resume? The legal industry says 16 months, which seems about right in my experience. Generally speaking, an acceptable amount of time off depends on how the economy is doing and what […]

Departure

Quit Your Job Gracefully with These 5 Moves!

On November 4, 2018

The US job market is on fire! Lawyers are being hired – and correspondingly – are leaving their employers in droves. Because the legal community is really small, here are 5 ways to quit gracefully: Tell your boss first. Make an appointment, and tell him/her, ideally in-person, before you tell others. Prepare to answer why […]

Job Search, LinkedIn, Presentation

3 Things Squarely Within Your Control in a Job Search!

On October 28, 2018

By the time you are applying for a job, so much is out of your control: how the economy is doing, when and where you graduated from law school, and what you’ve done to date. But here are 3 things you can and should control! Your resume. It should be 1-2 pages and easy to […]

Interview, Thank You

Top Interview Tips from Google Exec That Apply to Everyone!

On October 19, 2018

I agree with these interview tips by a Google exec-turned-coach; he summarizes key takeaways from Google recruiting: Before the interview, get ready to explain your profile (as set in your resume and LinkedIn) and how your skills are relevant to the job. Know the company business and space. Think about what questions you might be […]

Career Management, Interview, Move

5 Good Reasons to Explain Why You Want to Leave Your Job

On October 12, 2018

Leaving a job can be complicated, but no prospective employer wants to hear the messy details (and your telling them would show a lack of judgment). Keep simple your explanation of why you are leaving. Here are five accepted reasons: Change in management. People understand that departures by your GC, direct manager, your team, or […]

LinkedIn, Presentation, Resume

Is Your Presentation to Employers Consistent in These 3 Places?

On October 4, 2018

Since employers are looking for specific things from candidates, you may already know to highlight what they care about when speaking with them. Make sure you are consistent in your presentation in these three places: Your in-person pitch. Think about the top three points you want the employer to remember about you. After identifying these […]

Compensation

How to Negotiate a Raise in 4 Steps

On September 28, 2018

Asking for more money is never fun. To make things easier for you, here are the top four things to think about: Timing. Ask for a raise at a scheduled face-to-face meeting around the time your manager is setting next year’s budget. Market Comp. Know what’s market for your role, and try to figure out beforehand […]

Title

What are Standard In-House Titles, and How Can I Negotiate for a Good Title?

On September 21, 2018

A good title is important to lawyers. Your title signals your level both internally and externally. Your title can also affect what job you will next be considered for. What are typical titles? Law firm titles are pretty lock step (Associate, Counsel, Partner), but you may have room to negotiate your in-house title, especially at […]

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