Resume

Should You Include Interests on Your Resume?

  • On May 9, 2016
Attorneys sometimes list their interests at the end of their resume, I think as a Hail Mary to save a sinking interview. Is this tactic effective? Generally, no.  You should be guiding the interview, not stooping to discuss your hobbies when conversation fails. Every moment is important in an interview, from setting a positive first […]
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Job Search, Resume

5 Ways To Avoid Getting Screened Out During the Job Hunt

  • On April 10, 2016
The road to getting an offer can be treacherous. How do you get going without being screened out too early? Consider 5 ways below: Get the right intro. Ideally someone who knows your work and is trusted by the hiring manager can introduce you. But don’t discount having anyone within the company get your resume […]
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Resume

Tips for a Stand-Out Resume

  • On April 5, 2015
If you are looking for a job, you should be looking in earnest now given the summer slow-down ahead. To make your resume stand out, I would follow the tips listed in this infographic. I agree with its key points:  Use traditional font like Times New Roman, between 9 and 12 points in size. List most recent jobs first, and […]
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Resume

Get Your Resume Right!

  • On March 23, 2015
I like this light-hearted yet accurate infographic on crimes against the resume. The leading offenses: too long, lacks clarity, not targeted, poorly presented, irrelevant, and unproofed.
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5 Biggest Resume Mistakes

  • On September 28, 2014
Google’s HR head Laszlo Bock sees thousands of resumes and lists the top 5 problems: Typos. 58% of resumes have typos. Proof the resume, read it in different order if you keep tweaking and are too familiar with the content, and ask someone else to proof it as well. Length. Don’t go long. The resume should […]
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Do You Have a Weird Resume?

  • On June 8, 2014
A resume is a representation of yourself. Make sure it isn’t weird! Do the following to maximize job success: Choose only one font, and a font with serifs. Studies have shown content in Times New Roman is perceived as most credible. Now is not the time to show creativity and individuality through your font choice. […]
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Presentation, Resume

How Do You Show You are Good: A Primer in Gentle Self-Promotion

  • On February 16, 2014
For those who hate to self-promote (rule #3), work into conversation, or at least into your resume: You work with top clients. It is understood no employer would assign you top accounts unless you have the necessary skills and judgment. You negotiate or litigate against top companies. This experience shows you have worked on complex […]
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How To Get A Positive Response To Your Resume!

  • On September 8, 2013
Proper length. Junior lawyers should be on one page (the only exception: if there’s relevant business or technical experience). Senior lawyers should be on two pages, and can have an addendum for representative matters or publications/talks. Resumes that are too long will not be read. Zero errors. You can be dinged if you have even […]
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