by Meredith Haydon | Jul 16, 2015 | Your Career
Most people think of references as a list of three people you hand over to a prospective employer after the company has decided it wants to hire you. But a proactive and strategic reference can help you long before you receive an offer, especially if you might need...
by Meredith Haydon | May 14, 2015 | Your Career
Sitting in for Meredith Haydon this issue, we welcome Sheila Nielsen as our guest columnist for Your Career. This is an interesting take on the value of creativity in your networking efforts. Sheila is a believer in making your own luck, a theme that runs throughout...
by Meredith Haydon | Mar 25, 2015 | Your Career
Networking. Many believe it’s essential to building a successful career in any profession. And in law, that sentiment is especially true. But despite networking’s inarguable value, lawyers often find it to be a challenge—even a downright chore. While effective...
by Meredith Haydon | Jan 21, 2015 | Your Career
It’s safe to say, the economy is experiencing a real boost. According to Department of Labor statistics, in each month of last year, employers added an average of 246,000 jobs—making 2014 the strongest year for employment since 1999. As we head into 2015, we do it...
by Meredith Haydon | Dec 3, 2014 | Your Career
Whether you’re looking for a new position or a recruiter unexpectedly reaches out to you with an opportunity, the idea of a new job is consistently both exciting and terrifying. Taking a new job often comes with huge risks: It means leaving your comfort zone and...