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Prologue
Young lawyers from around the world ask me questions about the profession. The question I get asked the most – “How do I get a job?” Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, this was a common question. Since the pandemic, I am asked all the time for job hunting advice. I don’t pretend to have all the answers, but I do have some suggestions on improving your chances of landing the
job you want. I’m not offering any magic pills or silver bullets. A lot of what I recommend takes time, energy and effort. A lot of what I recommend is far from foolproof. You may do everything I recommend and still not get a job, much less the job of your dreams. But what I offer is some hope. What I offer is tried and true advice that, if followed, will increase your odds of getting hired. And be careful with any consultants, particularly ones who ask for money up front, who guarantee you the job you want. If you’re approached by these folks, run, don’t walk, in the other direction. There are no guarantees in life or in this world. All you can do is work smart and work hard to improve your chances of going from resume to interview to job offer.
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