In today’s legal landscape, making the most of every opportunity to enhance your professional standing is crucial. One powerful tool at your disposal is LinkedIn. Many think of LinkedIn as a job search tool & underestimate the impact of a well-maintained LinkedIn profile. LinkedIn is a hub of professional connections, enabling you to expand your… Read more »
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How to Stand Out in a Job Interview – Tips from a Legal Career Coach
By Jennifer Evans written for the Orange County Paralegal Association Compendium With the HOT job market, many are confidentially considering a career move. If that is you, here are 5 questions that I coach my candidates to consider when preparing for an interview: 1. Why are you interested in the firm and the opportunity? Hiring Managers are trained… Read more »
Staying on Track for Year Ahead
By Jennifer Evans written for the Orange County Paralegal Association Compendium As we close out the first quarter, I am amazed at how fast this year has started. The legal industry is moving forward at full throttle. And, if you are anything like me, your new year goals are beginning to fall to the wayside…. Read more »
Should I Stay Or Should I go?
Written by Jennifer Evans, Executive Legal Recruiter It is that time year again. A time of reflection and goal setting. Are you asking yourself – is 2020 the year I should take the next step in my career? If so, you are not alone, and I realize this is not an easy question to answer…. Read more »
Insight into Hiring Right – A Headhunter’s Perspective
Written by Jennifer Evans, Executive Legal Recruiter Early on in my career, I was introduced to the teachings of Lou Alder; he is best known as the “Original Headhunter”. His insights on how to attract and evaluate talented professionals are valuable tools that I have incorporated into my recruiting practice. With today’s challenges in finding quality… Read more »
Will your best talent leave after they get their bonus ?
Written by Guest Author, Beth Todd, Esq. If you’ve wondered whether your key players will leave after receiving their bonuses, you’re not alone. Many partners and managers have the same question running through their minds and for good reason. Even your happiest and most loyal employees will use evaluation and ringing in the new year… Read more »
Incorporating Intrinsic Motivators to Improve Employee Engagement
Written by Jennifer Evans, Executive Legal Recruiter, for the Legal Leadership Institute It is Monday morning; you had a great weekend and are ready to tackle the week ahead when you get a call from a partner that he wants to meet ASAP (sound familiar?). Dreading what is to come, you load up with your… Read more »
What is the best way to answer the “Tell Me About Yourself?” Question
Recently, I commented on a post about how to answer the question – “Tell me about yourself?” – the most frequently asked interviewing question. Based on the response, I thought I would expand on my thoughts.
Take Control of Your Legal Career
As always, the New Year is a time of resolutions & reflections. This is the perfect time to take a moment and reflect back on what you have accomplished in 2015 and what opportunities are ahead for you in 2016.
Resume Tips – A Legal Recruiter’s Perspective
With more and more people deciding to start a job search, which many have been putting off for a long time, it is even more important to come into the job market with the best résumé possible – You only have one chance at that first impression!