Unspoken Job Interview Rules: Which Apply to Lawyers?

On May 20, 2022

So much bad advice out there, so when I see good tips, I pass them along! I like these from the improbable source Huffington Post that are actually spot on: Give interviewers the highlights, not an exhaustive list of everything you’ve done. Yes! I agree you will be asked some version of “tell us about yourself” and […]

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 […]

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 […]

Job Search, Thank You

Are Thank You Notes Necessary?

On August 11, 2013

I have never seen thank you notes following an interview through a recruiter help anyone get the job. In fact, these notes can hurt you if they contain typos, grammatical errors, or insincere/boring platitudes. One big exception is if the interviewer is a stickler for etiquette and expects that thank you note. In that case, […]