Three professionals** recently commented on job search strategies for attorneys in today's economy. Their opinions are definitely worth a read including the emphasis on networking as the BEST way at obtaining a great position.
Networking is always first. I recommend that the majority of their time is spent in considering networking sources and actually networking. Especially in this market, it can be the most fruitful strategy. (Experts tell us that 70% + of all positions come through a contact.) Meetings can be helpful, but be selective. It is tempting for many people to spend the majority of their time on the job boards. This is a passive job search strategy and may only represent a strategy that leads to 10 - 15% of positions... to continue reading click HERE
**Kathleen Brady (Brady & Associates Career Planners, LLC)
Dr. Rachelle J. Canter (President of RJC Associates)
Marcia Pennington Shannon (Shannon & Manch)
The full ABA article is also available HERE.
