They are the two most powerful words you can use while practicing law – but at times they are used the least. Whether you use them communicating with clients, partners, colleagues or even the cleaner - the effect will follow you throughout your career. These...
Quite often during a job interview the interviewer will ask something like “What are your 5 and 10 year career goals?”. It’s an answer that does not come easy - as most people simply don’t know what to say. But if you want to progress...
I am often asked why one particular job candidate was selected by an employer over another when both had apparently similar technical skills and experience. When asked on their final choice an employer will very often simply say that they “liked” one candidate better or...
This year I have reached somewhat of a milestone. 1,000 LinkedIn connections – from both employers and employees within the New Zealand legal profession. Many of you I have meet in person, others via video chats or email. This got me thinking about the importance...
An increasingly attractive career choice, working In-house requires a set of skills and experience that is often in addition to those required in private practice. Recent years have seen a growing number of In-house roles within the legal sector. Today approximately 22% of lawyers are...
First off, look in Seek and the legal press – who is advertising a lot? What is the quality of the ads they are running? Are they well written? Next, look at the recruiter's website- what is their firm’s recruiting philosophy? Do they follow ethical guidelines?...
Like most employees, you probably don’t relish the thought of heading into salary negotiations. However, it is important for both you and your employer to feel you’re being fairly recognised and compensated. First port of call is to determine what your employer’s remuneration policy is and...
Whether you’re actively searching for a new job or not, you need to make sure that you present yourself in the best possible light on LinkedIn. Most law firms and recruitment agencies treat your LinkedIn profile as a digital CV. To increase your chances your...
There are few reasons to believe the average solicitor working in law is happy in their job. Recent Gallop data on employee engagement suggests that only 3 in 10 employees are happy in their jobs. Just try typing “My job is” into Google on your...
For better or worse, we live in a culture obsessed with fame and fortune - one where we assume the people who have the most money or status are the happiest. However, your employees desire to be part of something that is bigger than they...
In most legal careers there are inflection points, where a change of employer can open up a world of opportunity. Recognizing that you have reached this point and knowing whom to trust to help you find that ideal career move are big tasks. If you...
These days it is difficult to imagine being in the same job for the remainder of one’s career. It is very likely at some point you will have to resign from a position. What’s the best way to go about it? Perhaps you shouldn’t follow...