Last week I attended the NALP PDI conference in D.C. where 400 law firm and law school professional development experts shared ideas and discussed industry trends. I presented with Morgan Smith, Chief Talent Officer at Frost Brown Todd, on Recruiting & Retaining Team Members in a Shifting Landscape. Morgan and I met more than 25 … Continued
What is the one thing you need to be happy at your job? Your work values need to be in alignment with your workplace and the people you work closest with. Each week I speak to professionals across the country, and what I’m hearing consistently is that employees at levels are lacking a sense of … Continued
The only job security we really have exists from the trusted relationships we build.Having watched the economy go up and down since launching Wisnik Career Enterprises, Inc. in 1996, and seeing firms and jobs disappear with each down cycle, my advice is to spend time solidifying your professional relationships now.Reconnect with the professionals you have … Continued
By: Shannan Buckley We’ve had an influx of junior roles this year, which has meant I’ve gotten to speak with a lot of really impressive new grads and early-career professionals. During these calls, I’ve noticed a few weak answers that keep popping up with even the strongest of candidates. “I’m really good with people!” I … Continued
This month I’ve had conversations with heads of Well-being, Professional Development, DEI, Recruiting and HR that have all echoed the same theme. What I’m hearing is that the professionals in law firms that have been looking after the lawyers (and others) for the past 2+ years are burnt out. I am deeply concerned because these are … Continued
My commuter train to the city is the most crowded than I’ve seen it since COVID struck. Although I’ve commuted daily on this train for 20 years, it feels a bit unfamiliar. I think we’ve all changed in response to our new work situations. I’m concerned that our communication and collaboration skills have atrophied over … Continued
It’s back to school time and we ALL need to keep learning so we have more to offer our firms, clients, and colleagues. I’ve had an amazing summer conducting 18 training programs on Myers-Briggs & Team-building, Time Management, Well-being, and Interviewer Training. I love being a teacher and sharing my knowledge to help others lead … Continued
There’s a theme to the conversations I’ve been having with heads of recruitment, PD and with law firm coaches. What they’ve been sharing with me is that many of the junior associates hired during the pandemic are really struggling with being proactive, asking for work, and feedback. Although these are issues that have come up … Continued
As I reflect on our two-year pandemic, I realize that managing my fear-generating mind is critical to not just surviving, but thriving. I manage my mind by asking it to help me be of service instead of defaulting to its problem-finding ways. I ask, “What do others need in these uncertain times and how can … Continued
“You are the average of the five people you spend the most time with.” I’ve been contemplating this quote a lot recently. This summer we’ve finally been in person with lots of friends, clients, and family. After spending time at some of these get-togethers, I feel energized and inspired. Others leave me drained, and even sad. As I reflect … Continued