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Attorneys at all levels have said how shocked and angered they were to learn well after the fact that they’d made a mistake or caused a problem that no one mentioned to them. Sometimes they learn about this in a formal review. Worse, others learn about it via the gossip mill or casual conversation.
Read MoreAre you a manager looking for upward feedback? You've come to the right place! The Upward Feedback Guide for Managers is your one-stop shop for all things upward feedback related. In this guide, we will discuss the basics of upward feedback, how to give and receive it effectively, and leadership development tips. We'll also take a look at some management skills that will help you become an even better leader!
Read MoreRecruiters (aka “headhunters” or “search firms”) play a unique and important role in a legal job search. This article is designed to explain how to effectively use recruiters within the context of your search.
Like most BigLaw associates, from early on in my career as an attorney I often received calls from recruiters about other positions. I would sometimes send a resume over when the job sounded interesting. But over the years, I began to learn that there were norms and strategies that make working with recruiters more effective.
Read MoreAs first-year associates launch their legal career, they can show up, speak up, perk up, hold up, look up, dress up, and level up to elevate their professional presence, establish a polished personal brand, improve communication outcomes, and start their career on an upward trajectory.
Read MorePeople don’t come with user manuals - but what if they could?
During a recent podcast discussing human interactions that often trip us up, psychologist Adam Grant made a point that rings oh-so-true in my line of work: People don’t come with user manuals. When messages get mixed (or ignored entirely), the consequences can range from mild annoyance with a colleague to a botched deal for a new client. Beyond the business consequences, think about all the energy and time we waste trying to figure out how other people work.
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