Congratulations, you landed an interview! Now you need to properly prepare for it! First: The phone interview. When you receive a call to interview by phone, be sure it is a good time for you. Try not to […]
Editor’s Note: This post is the third of a three-part series that focuses on resume writing and job searching for attorneys. If you’ve implemented our recommendations that were discussed in the first two parts of this series, Resume […]
Editor’s Note: This post is the second of a three-part series that focuses on resume writing and job searching for attorneys. In our previous post, we highlighted the rationale for developing a résumé that effectively communicates your value […]
Editor’s Note: This post is the first of a three-part series that focuses on resume writing and job searching for attorneys. As a practicing attorney, it is vital that you always have an updated résumé in hand, which […]
A client recently told me that she wanted to “find” the hidden job market but did not know where to start. So, what defines a “hidden” job opportunity? Why are these positions “hidden?” And how do you target, […]
It’s been said that on average it takes six seconds for a recruiter to make a decision as to whether to pass your resume forward to a company or a hiring manager or to classify it as a […]
There are valid reasons to dismiss job applicants with “you’re overqualified!” As often as not, it can be a thoughtless, dispiriting copout. Poor interviewers and weak managers use it most. If a hiring manager is concerned that an […]
Statistically, networking may account for 70% to 80% of all jobs landed, depending on strategy. Whether working or looking for work, your networking efforts should never stop. You should create a seamless loop between your professional life, personal […]
Writing a good resume takes preparation and practice. Employers receive hundreds of resumes per job posting; therefore, it’s important to make your resume set you apart and provide a good first impression. The increased use of social media […]