Interview

How to Answer “What is Your Greatest Weakness”

  • On February 22, 2019
Although interviewers rarely ask you for your greatest weakness, the question still comes up enough that you should prepare an answer. Here’s an excellent article on how to answer that awful question. The biggest take-aways: Do not literally answer with your worst flaw. This is not a deposition, and the interviewer is not expecting you […]
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Interview, Presentation

How to Tell Your Story to Land the Job or Client

  • On February 15, 2019
To differentiate yourself from a pack of other lawyers, you have to explain your skills and motivation to your audience so people can imagine you in the job and excelling at it. How do you do that? Tell a good story with examples. I have met thousands of lawyers, and I remember the ones who […]
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Interview, Presentation

3 Common Interview Fails

  • On February 2, 2019
For those who land the interview but not the job, this Forbes article is helpful. It identifies some common ways to fail: Rambling. This one is a main culprit for lawyers. Get to the point and be interesting! Line up examples to show you understand the employer’s needs and you have the track record to […]
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Interview

You Made It Past the First Round! Now What?

  • On January 27, 2019
We are in the thick of interviewing season right now — employers get head count in the beginning of the year, start interviews by mid January, and are currently sorting through their top candidates. If you made it past the first round, congratulations! Now what? I like this recent Forbes article addressing top problems specific […]
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Interview

#1 Way to Set Yourself Apart in Interview

  • On January 18, 2019
I agree with this Amazon HR exec who said the best way to set yourself apart from other interviewees is to do your homework: “It’s immediately obvious when a candidate hasn’t taken the time to truly learn about the company, and that candidates who are looking to stand out should go a step further.” Learn […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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