I had a long conversation with a colleague who’s been in Big Law for many years. He fears all jobs will disappear and self-driving food trucks will come daily to feed us. I see AI as a tool that will help us focus on the work we were made for, which includes: Creative problem solving … Continued
By Jake Wisnik (Feel free to forward this to any new grad who might find it helpful) In an uncertain economy, it can feel daunting to be a newly minted college graduate searching for job prospects. But even in a tough market, one of the most valuable tools you have is access to conversations with … Continued
Every candidate knows the importance of what they say during the interview, but we can learn a lot about them before the interview even starts. For example, the way you provide your availability says a lot about your communication style. Which one of these people would you rather hire, based on the messages below? Candidate … Continued
June has been a deeply rewarding month with trainings for law firms in DC, Miami, Philly and Chicago. The most rewarding part of my work is seeing candidates I placed at the beginning of their careers become industry leaders. I was invited by Danielle Turchi Shannon, SHRM-CP to Miami to present to her firm-wide summer … Continued
Last week was filled with peak life experiences. When I envision my ideal life, it is filled with deeply rewarding work and meaningful connections. Last week I presented to summer associates in DC, Philly and NYC. I love new talent and am passionate about sharing the things that are vital for success in Big Law … Continued
Today is my 62nd birthday and I wanted to share with you what I’ve been working on relentlessly since my trip to Tuscany last year when celebrated my 61st birthday. Along with delivering over 60 trainings and placing dozens of professionals, I’ve been committed to dissolving my fear. I have come to believe that the … Continued
The war for the best talent in these uncertain times is challenging. This is the most unprecedented law student recruiting season I have seen in my 30+ years in legal recruiting. Here’s why this recruiting season is so different and difficult: There is NO more in-person on campus recruiting. Screening interviews will all be conducted … Continued
May is now the beginning of law student recruiting season for most law firms across the country. Traditional on-campus recruiting has all but disappeared, and most firms will have to sift through thousands of direct applications, screening hundreds of candidates to hire the right few. It’s like the “Wild West” search for talent. All the … Continued
This week marks 29 years since I launched Wisnik Career Enterprises, Inc. It’s been an amazing journey, and I am deeply grateful for all the opportunities I’ve had to work with 125 law firms and more than 10,000 Recruiting, Marketing/BD, HR, PD, Practice Management professionals and attorneys! I would like to share a few lessons … Continued
There’s a difference between discomfort and pain. I’m working on a keynote that I’m presenting next month entitled “Achieving Your Next Level of Success.” Reclaiming your inner power is one of the 5 steps I will be teaching attendees, and leaning into discomfort is a core concept. Pain signals to us that’s something is wrong. … Continued