Job Search, Networking

When Networking is NOT the Answer

  • On February 7, 2021
I know one piece of career advice you’ve heard is to network constantly. Here’s when it’s not a good idea: You don’t know what you want yet. It’s ok to brainstorm with close friends, but beyond that inner circle, give some thought to what you are asking first. People can give guidance and refer you […]
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LinkedIn, Networking

How to Get Your LinkedIn Invitation Accepted!

  • On December 5, 2020
If you are trying to build your network, you are probably sending out a lot of LinkedIn invites both to people you know well and to people you want to know. What will get your invitation accepted by influential people who don’t even know you? I love this post by career guru Austin Belcak. He explains […]
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Career Tips, Networking

3 Easy & High-Impact Things to Do for Your Career

  • On October 18, 2020
Are there easy things you can do for your career that will make a difference? Absolutely! Below are three that I bet you haven’t thought of! Ask friends who are happy at their jobs to refer you when they get called by a recruiter. Pick friends whose jobs you like to ensure calls from the […]
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Networking, Title, Women & Minorities

3 Things that Haven’t Changed for In-House Lawyers over Last 10 Years

  • On September 7, 2020
In my 10 years of recruiting in-house lawyers, I’ve seen a lot of changes. But what hasn’t changed that you think would have by now? Titles are still pretty consistent. From junior to senior the basic titles are: Associate Counsel (rare), Counsel, Senior Counsel, Assistant General Counsel (rare), Associate General Counsel, Deputy General Counsel, General […]
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Networking

Easiest Way to Get a Response to a Cold Email 

  • On August 16, 2020
I love this recent LinkedIn post by career guru Austin Belcak. He lays out the easiest thing to do for the best return when sending out a cold networking email. Simply give the person you are emailing an out versus thanking the person in advance or saying you look forward to their response (which is […]
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Career Management, Career Tips, Networking

3 Lessons from Top GC

  • On March 7, 2020
I enjoyed this recent interview with Jan Kang, the founder of Women’s General Counsel Network and serial GC, including at Chronicle, a Google X company. Jan’s former clients and colleagues keep inviting her to join them. Being asked to go from place to place is common for top lawyers. Why? Top lawyers are easy to […]
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Networking

How to Network Even if You Hate it

  • On April 5, 2019
Getting a job often requires networking, for example to learn about a job first, to get your resume pulled out of a black hole, to get a ringing endorsement, etc. For people who hate networking, here are some key tips from Wharton professor Adam Grant on how to make professional connections and build a great […]
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