Law Practice Today featured an informative roundtable discussion in their November Webzine (www.abanet.org/lpm/lpt/articles/mgt11083.shtml) with helpful suggestions for attorneys and students from three nationally known career experts: Marcia Shannon, Shelley Canter, and Kathleen Brady.
They discuss career issues, recommendations to stay employed, how to handle a layoff, dealing with a troubled practice area, spending job search time most effectively, and keeping up spirits and finances.
Some very good points to keep in mind. Worth the read.
Thursday, December 18, 2008
Friday, December 12, 2008
Be Proactive Over the Holiday Break
Finals are almost over and the holiday break is about to begin. As you make your plans for the break (work, play, get ready for next semester, or spend time with family and friends) you should also be thinking about your job search. If you decide that the holiday break is time to forget about your employment search, you are making a decision not to be proactive in your search.
Therefore, when you have down time this holiday break and you will. Think about what you would like to do this summer and/or post graduation. Take a look at the job postings online, if you are in Tulsa stop by the career services office. While you are home visiting family and friends, don't forget to network! Let people know you are seeking employment, remind them what year you are in school and that summer/graduation will be here before you know it. Request informal meetings with attorneys in your hometown to learn more about what they do. Sit in on court hearings at the local courthouse and get acquainted with the judge and procedures. Even, volunteer a few hours in the community to let people know who you are and to familiarize yourself with issues addressing the local community. Be proactive, take risks can bring rewards!
Therefore, when you have down time this holiday break and you will. Think about what you would like to do this summer and/or post graduation. Take a look at the job postings online, if you are in Tulsa stop by the career services office. While you are home visiting family and friends, don't forget to network! Let people know you are seeking employment, remind them what year you are in school and that summer/graduation will be here before you know it. Request informal meetings with attorneys in your hometown to learn more about what they do. Sit in on court hearings at the local courthouse and get acquainted with the judge and procedures. Even, volunteer a few hours in the community to let people know who you are and to familiarize yourself with issues addressing the local community. Be proactive, take risks can bring rewards!
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