Networking
by Vault Careers | Published: Monday, May 14, 2012
In this age of reduced budgets and improved technology, many employers are choosing to conduct first round interviews via video conferencing technology. Whether you're invited to hangout on Google or connect with Skype, here are a few things you should keep in mind as you seek to make a favorable first impression.
Background is important
No, I'm not talking about fleshing out your resume or your life story. Rather, you should think about anything that is likely to distract someone on the other end[...] Read More >>
by Derek Loosvelt | Published: Wednesday, April 18, 2012
For the third year in a row, PwC ranked as the most prestigious accounting firm in Vault’s annual Accounting Survey. This year, more than 4,100 accountants took our survey, and what respondents at PwC’s competitors told us is that PwC’s employees “have superb credentials, receive outstanding training and experience,” and the firm’s “client list includes the major players.”
Although PwC just barely beat out second-place finisher Ernst & Young (which has “quality people,” puts out “quality work,”[...] Read More >>
by Vault Law Editors | Published: Tuesday, April 17, 2012
Registration is now open for the seventh annual Legal Diversity Career Fair, sponsored by Vault and the Minority Corporate Counsel Association (MCCA). The Fair, which will be held on Friday, July 27, 2012, in Washington, DC, is an opportunity for law students and attorneys from underrepresented groups to meet and network with recruiters from law firms, government agencies, corporate law departments and nonprofit organizations that are firmly committed to increasing diversity in the legal profession.
While[...] Read More >>
by Vault Law Editors | Published: Tuesday, April 10, 2012
Last week, more than 100 attorneys and other legal professionals congregated at the New York City Bar Association for its first Speed Networking event. Much like speed dating, speed networking matches participants with the types of individuals they most want to meet based on profiles filled out before the event, and then gives them six minutes to make connections that will hopefully last much longer.
Dave Delinko of Speednetworking.com was on hand as the evening’s emcee, announcing when each meeting[...] Read More >>
by Vault Law Editors | Published: Friday, April 06, 2012
Last week, we looked at the many networking opportunities available to law students and lawyers, including formal events, social networking sites, and volunteer organizations. But once you’ve expanded your network of contacts, how do you take the next step of putting those new relationships to use?
Step one: Just ask.
It can be daunting to get in touch with an accomplished practitioner, but keep in mind that successful attorneys are accustomed to receiving networking emails and are often quite open[...] Read More >>
by Vault Consulting Editors | Published: Monday, April 02, 2012
It's difficult to feel anything but jealous when someone you know announces that they'll be spending the foreseeable future "on the beach." But spare a thought for that person if they happen to work as a consultant. Because while that expression may conjure up images of daiquiris and sun lotion for you, it can represent some of the most anxious moments of a consultant's career.
The reason: being on the beach (or the bench) means that a consultant is between engagements—a period where they're likely[...] Read More >>
by Vault Careers | Published: Thursday, March 29, 2012
You've probably heard that you should treat a job hunt like a job. But without the accountability that comes with a paycheck (and a scary boss), you might let a few important details slide.
Don't! Imagine you're an entrepreneur fishing for clients. You'd be mortified to reach out to the same contact twice, right? You'd also never leave money on the table by not following up with someone interested in your company—it's just bad business.
Treat your product (yourself) with the same seriousness.
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by Vault Law Editors | Published: Thursday, March 29, 2012
The number one way to land a legal job—or any job, for that matter—is through networking. Whether you’re on the hunt for your first position or looking to make a lateral move, honing your networking skills and taking advantage of networking opportunities is essential.
But don’t think you’re off the hook once you’ve landed a law firm spot: networking is essential to excelling on the job, as well. Attorneys of all experience levels use networking to acquire and retain clients, form relationships with[...] Read More >>
by | Published: Monday, March 26, 2012
Of all the skills you need for networking, few are as basic as the simple art of remembering someone's name. And few things have the potential to seriously annoy people more if you happen to get it wrong.
While we recently covered some options for what to do if you forget a name, the ideal scenario would be to become so good at remembering names that you never need to fall back on any sneaky tips or tricks.
So how do you do that? Here are a few tips for the chronically absent-minded:
Repeat, repeat,[...] Read More >>
by Vault Careers | Published: Friday, March 23, 2012
Think it stinks to be asked for you Facebook log ins at a job interview?
Good news: so does Facebook.
In a note published on the social media website early this morning, Erin Egan, the Chief Privacy Officer, Policy makes it clear that he doesn't really appreciate employers undermining all the work Facebook has done to give users privacy control.
He also sternly warned employers against accidental viewing of "protected group" information which could lead to legal trouble.
Of course, Egan knows what[...] Read More >>
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