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Stop fearing the wrong career choice.   It's not the end of your life.   Just because you majored in law doesn't mean you need to be a lawyer.   Just because you spend 3 years working for a company doesn't mean you're locked in for life.   Every decision you make is just a stepping stone to where you're meant to be.   You're not supposed to have it all figured out.   Emmerse yourself in exploring, learning and trying.   And then, go for it.   How else will you know what the right choice is? 📢 Book a FREE Career Consultation - https://lnkd.in/gHBqitva #careers #openforwork #futureskills #teachers #careertransition

Preparing for Winter! ❄️ As we approach the end of the year, it’s time to prepare for the future. I believe this is the perfect moment for legal professionals to position themselves for new challenges in the coming year. Here are a few quick tips: 1. Reflect on Your Goals: Take stock of what you want to achieve in your career. Are you looking for growth, a new challenge, or a change in focus? 2. Assess Your Current Role: Are you feeling fulfilled in your position? If not, it might be time to explore new opportunities that align better with your career aspirations. 3. Skill Enhancement: A new position can offer opportunities to develop new skills or deepen existing ones, keeping you competitive in the market. 4. Update Your CV and LinkedIn: Make sure your profiles reflect your most recent accomplishments and skills. This prepares you for any upcoming opportunities. 5. Market Trends: Staying informed about industry shifts can reveal exciting opportunities elsewhere that you may not have considered. 6. Career Growth: If you’re looking for advancement or a shift in focus, seeking a new role can provide the fresh challenges needed to elevate your career. Preparing now can lead to a fruitful and fulfilling year ahead. Gather your resources and make the most of the opportunities to come!  If you want to chat or need any advice, my inbox is always open! E: [email protected] M: 07451272529 #DouglasScott #LegalRecruitment #NewOpportunities #PrivatePractice

Here is some unconventional career advice for job seekers and those considering a career change. Once you think you know what you want to do, schedule a mid-week Zoom call at 8am with as many people in the industry/company/role as possible, and see how they look and speak. Then ask yourself: "do I want to be like them?" I had a court Zoom hearing last week. It was a cattle call, meaning all the lawyers popped up one by one on the screen, waiting for the judge to appear and call their case so they could argue motions of various kinds. I have never seen so many time square boxes full of dispirited faces and, soon thereafter, voices. Perhaps it was a bad day. Perhaps it was a bad case. Perhaps it was the inability to truly sense demeanor and emotion via an internet communications platform. Nevertheless, if I had seen a video like this before law school, I likely would have run the other direction. Seeing it now, it just makes me a bit sad, because lawyering does not have to be or feel that way while acting professionally. Yet, I'm still holding out hope that many were actually happy lawyers, wearing shorts and flip flops that could not be seen on their screen. Note, I recognize I am neither the actual nor ultimate judge. That said, I believe such an experience would allow all job seekers or those considering a career change to judge for themselves.

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If you’re not pursuing a career related to your study field, what other career option? Isn’t that the question most #freshgraduate will ponder for? I studied law, if I don’t practice law and no plan to do any legal related matters, what can I do as my #career option? The question should be, what do you want to achieve with a career? If you don’t know, it doesn’t matter what you choose to do. It’s a Friday, it’s ok to dream a little. Dream of what an ideal career means to you When you’re successful in your career, how does it look like? How do you know you have the ideal career? ♥️

Stress, anxiety, and feelings of rejection are all too common in the job search. Susanne Aronowitz and I share how good mental health and well-being practices can equip you with the resilience and confidence needed to persevere through a job search and new career launch. ABA Career Center #LawyerJobSearch #LawyerWellBeing #Research #EarlyStageCareers #ABA

Are you ready to start your job search? Review Susanne Aronowitz's article for helpful tips in designing a roadmap to landing the career you desire.

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Considering leaving the law but you’re afraid to? Maybe that’s because we lawyers all “mind the gap.” The resume gap. Just last week I read a LinkedIn post advising lawyers not to job hop because that exposes your unreliability or lack of commitment as a lawyer. Imagine his thoughts on the dreaded resume gap! But his post is only saying the quiet part out loud. When I “unretired” and returned to legal practice, I sent out dozens of resumes. There was no hiding the 10-year employment gap. And the vast majority of law firms and lawyers I submitted my resume to? Never heard from them again. Even when their job postings remained up for weeks and months after. My story is the reason so many are afraid to explore even a legal career pivot, let alone a career change away from law. But the moral of the story? I did restart my legal practice. Because someone saw my resume gap as an asset, not a liability. Hidden in my resume gap was the promise of a fresh perspective, a commitment to others, and a wisdom I did not possess in my twenties. And I made good on those promises when I returned to practice. Don’t let your concerns about a resume gap stop you from exploring a different career path. And lawyers, can we end the stigma around resume gaps already? #careerchange #careerpivot #womeninlaw #unretiredattorney #resumegap #legalcareers

After my first three weeks in legal recruitment, I've gained some valuable insights into the experiences of junior associates. It's clear that many jr. associates are navigating a steep learning curve (I was in the same shoes until a month ago!!) and adjusting to the demands of the legal profession post-law school. To all junior associates out there feeling the fatigue of this transition, I want you to know that you're not alone. I understand the challenges you're facing, and I'm here to offer support, guidance, and a listening ear. My personal career goal is to be more than just a recruiter. I'm here to listen, support, and guide you through your professional journey. Whether you need to vent about a tough day or seek advice on your career path, consider me your go-to resource. Why is this important? By understanding your needs and aspirations early on, I can better assist you in achieving your long-term career goals. Together, we can navigate the legal landscape and explore opportunities that align with your unique journey. If you're a junior associate seeking support or simply want to connect, I invite you to reach out. Let's discuss this over coffee or a virtual chat. Your career success matters, and I'm here to help you achieve it.