Take action on your mentor search
The prior two mentoring posts, which you can read here and here, detail out the if/why, and how of finding a mentor. Today, we get very practical and talk about steps you can and should take right now if you have decided you would like a mentor, and know who (or what type) of mentor…
How Should You Choose A Mentor?
Last time we talked about whether or not you need to have a mentor(s). You can read that post here, but basically my answer was you don’t have to, but it sure helps! Now we move on to how to choose a mentor. When I say the phrase “choose a mentor,” it has the ring…
Do You Need A Mentor?
In a variety of industries and circles, the concept of finding a mentor is gaining steam. An uncertain economy, hyper-niched areas of expertise and a Millennial generation (now the largest in the workforce) which values mentoring are likely contributing factors to its increased relevance. Mentoring is not new by any stretch, but it does seem…
Is Going Door To Door A Good Job Search Strategy?
I was reviewing the employment data from the Class of 2016 as we prepare to report it to the ABA, and at least one graduate said she literally walked into the firm off the street, without an appointment, resume in hand, asked if they needed any help, and got a job. Crazy right? I’m always fascinated…
How To Lead Without A Title, Position Or Rank: Part II
Last week, I shared the first half of my talk at the Christian Legal Society meeting on March 13th which focused on a few of the leadership traits demonstrated by Joshua. We talked about how he recognized he was ultimately not in control over the people he was attempting to lead, and opted for a…
How To Lead Without A Title, Position Or Rank
Today I had the privilege to share with the Christian Legal Society on the topic of leading without authority, which in essence means to lead before you have the title, position or rank to which (perceived) leadership is bestowed. The group was gracious to also let me record the talk for my leadership podcast that comes out…
Social Media Networking Part II
Last week we talked about a few ways to build your professional network through social media. Today I’d like to pick up where we left off, and give you a few more specifics and different directions you can go with it. First of all you want to engage without coming off as spammy. Whether you’re using…
Are you using social media to build your professional network?
When we first met with you during orientation, we talked briefly about social media. Of course we make the obligatory plea for you to make sure it is free of all your questionable college adventures, and that you must assume anything out there in cyberspace is something employers will see. What you might have forgotten,…
What you can learn from my interview advice to employers
This week I’m publishing our quarterly employer newsletter, a communication tool we use to engage with and educate employers. The feature article in this edition is advice on how to get employers can get the most out of an interview, and I thought you could pick up some tips as well. The three keys I…