Unexpectedly wonderful things can happen if you just say “yes”. At this juncture in your career, it’s possible that you might not always recognize the opportunities in front of you so we recommend that you form the habit of saying yes! In doing so you remain...

According to an article recently published in Inc. (see link below), Millennials value having a variety of professional development opportunities at work. According to author, J.T. O’Donnell, since this particular generation has been coached their entire lives, they...

In business, leadership roles are often given to individuals who look and act like leaders; it is not necessarily based solely upon merit or intellectual mastery. People with executive presence exude confidence and dress and look the part. They demonstrate grace under...

Our big picture message to junior associates is to always be proactive in charting your career. Today the focus is on relationships. When you are starting out at a new firm, focus on building meaningful relationships. Become friendly with a variety of attorneys in...

We encourage our clients to learn how their colleagues, friends, customers, etc., perceive them as they look to develop and refine their individual brand. We are fans of Sally Hogshead and have on our bookshelf her 2010 book, Fascinate: Your 7 Triggers to Persuasion...

Today’s job market is very competitive and therefore it is important to pull out all the stops when preparing for interviews. What can you do to increase your chance of getting an offer? The article found at the link below provides three important...

There are a number of time-tested recommendations for new and junior associates to follow that help to insure their success. GC Says will be sharing these helpful recommendations on a regular basis in our “Junior Associate Corner” postings. This week’s...

Here at GC Says, we have been discussing “soft skills” of late. In a recent podcast, Gretchin Rubin, author of Better than Before, shared a wise and easy tip to embrace (which applies in both the personal and professional context) that fosters greater...

Jennifer Greiner recently moderated a panel hosted by NALP, entitled “Soft Skills” Are the Hard Skills that GCs Require. The panel was comprised of two General Counsels: Jason Brown, U.S. VP, GC & Secretary, Dyson, Inc. and John Schultz, EVP, GC & Corporate...

In a job search, your relationships will prove to be one of the key factors in making a successful transition. Many people report that they landed a new position through the direct or indirect efforts of a person in their network. So, how do you begin? How do you...