Resume

The Easiest Way to Give Your Resume Impact!

  • On August 6, 2016
Your resume is one of the few parts of the job search that’s squarely within your control. It is a representation of yourself, so don’t treat it like a boring record. Add not only metrics, but also strong verbs. As discussed in the insightful post here, action verbs (i) capture the attention of readers, (ii) enable them […]
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Career Management

Can I get a job applying online? (How important is networking really?)

  • On August 1, 2016
Applying online for a job is easy and painless, compared to the time-consuming (and vague) process of networking. However, the New York Times career column The Workologist agrees with my advice of targeting and pursuing specific companies/positions, instead of merely applying online. Some key takeaways:  If you apply online, find someone at the company to get your resume […]
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Inhouse

How to Go In-House without Being In-House Already (the Chicken and Egg Problem

  • On July 25, 2016
When companies want to hire in-house counsel, they usually want attorneys with prior in-house experience. So how do you go in-house without first being in-house? Here are 4 ways. Do a secondment through your firm. Employers presume that by sitting with a client, you have learned how to advise business people effectively. That way when you go in-house, […]
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LinkedIn

Do I Really Need a Picture on My LinkedIn Profile?

  • On July 17, 2016
Yes, you do need to complete your LinkedIn profile with a photo!  Here are 3 compelling reasons why, and only 1 valid excuse not to do it. Your profile is likely making the first impression for you. Prospective clients and employers may have your pitch/resume and, wanting to know more about you, check out your […]
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Job Search

Best Online Resources for Legal Job Search

  • On July 10, 2016
Because summer is slow in the job search cycle, spend the time to research potential employers. Below are some great links to (often free!) information. Job search engines. My top 2 picks are Indeed.com and LinkedIn. If you have time, it’s probably worth checking out GoInHouse and ACC’s career page. Look at GlassDoor for reviews too. Public company research. Look at the company’s quarterly […]
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Career Management

Leadership Advice from Ex-Lawyer Turned Exec.

  • On July 5, 2016
Lisa Gersh is the founder of Oxygen Media and the CEO of Goop, plus a former AmLaw associate. She was recently featured in the New York Times’ Corner Office Q&A on leadership. Her legal training makes her suggestions for professionals extra accessible to lawyers: Actively listen. Leaders need to take in all the information to make a decision, […]
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Job Search

Search Strategy of Successful Silicon Valley Technologist

  • On June 26, 2016
I like the system Haseeb Qureshi, an English major and former professional poker player, crafted to get offers from Google, Uber, Yelp, and Airbnb (where he ultimately joined). He understands what tech/Bay Area networking is all about. Some key points from his post on job hunting: Know it’s a numbers game. This analysis is spot on: you need […]
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Client, Presentation

5 Ways to Quantify Executive Presence

  • On June 19, 2016
Clients and employers will likely review your profile on paper before deciding whether to meet with you. How can you show you have that vaunted executive presence? Here are 5 things I look for when I review profiles: Speaking engagements. Have you presented to key professional groups on substantive matters? Or at a minimum run […]
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Networking, Presentation

Demystifying Executive Presence

  • On June 13, 2016
The role of a lawyer to is to advise clients. To win them over, you need not only technical but also social skills to build your executive presence. Here are 5 ways to do it: Understand the business. Don’t be the department of no. Show instead that you understand the context and significance of the issues presented. […]
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Job Search

What to Do During Summer Slowdown

  • On June 5, 2016
Should you embark on a comprehensive job search now? No, summer is generally slow for recruiting, and the number of offers made in the summer is drastically lower than other times of the year. Focus instead on these 5 things:  Develop your executive presence. Being a lawyer is more than knowing the law — it’s also about communicating […]
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