Four Tips for Following Up After a Job Interview

Job seekers walking out of an interview often breathe a sigh of relief. The “big event” is over, and now the wait begins. There’s nothing more you can do to demonstrate how much you want this job… is there? In fact, there is. Following up after a job interview is essential. It demonstrates your interest… Read More »

Five Advantages to Partnering with a Niche Recruiting Firm

Choosing the best staffing firm for your organization may seem daunting – but it doesn’t have to be. Although law firms and legal departments vary considerably in their size, focus, workload, and cultures, they all share one need. Each organization must find the best possible employees in order to maximize productivity, reduce employee turnover, and… Read More »

How to Spring Clean Your Resume

Spring is a great time to “clean” your resume the same way you would clean and declutter your house. The sunshine, fresh air, and growing plants offer the promise of growth and excitement, allowing us to look at our resumes with fresh eyes. Updating your resume regularly is a must, especially if you’re searching for… Read More »

What’s Holding You Back? Why You Need to Start a Workplace Mentoring Program Now

Ask any law firm or legal department hiring team why their workplace needs a mentoring program and you’ll hear a long list of benefits.  Mentoring programs bring new staff up to speed quickly; they build lasting connections among co-workers; and they encourage teamwork and problem solving. But ask the same hiring managers whether their organization… Read More »

Walking the Walk and Talking the Talk in Your Career

Walking the walk and talking the talk means building a long-term career strategy by presenting yourself professionally, even when you think it’s not important.  A successful legal support professional has cultivated an image that supports the skills, experience, and knowledge he or she has worked so hard to attain. As employers grow savvier in everything… Read More »

What’s Your Career Strategy?

Your career deserves at least as much planning as a vacation or a social event, but it’s easy to drift along without a plan, either remaining too long in a stagnant position or hopping from job to job with no clear end in mind. Just as companies create business plans to keep them on track,… Read More »

Need Legal Support Talent? Don’t Outsource – Instead, Insource!

Outsourcing the work of legal support staff has risen in popularity in recent years, as law firms and legal departments seek to reduce costs in any way they can.  However, organizations that outsource may be overlooking the significant benefits of supplementing your current workforce with legal support temporaries. While outsourcing is a common topic in… Read More »

How to Interview for Cultural Fit

Every hiring manager knows the importance of creating functional job descriptions that list the key tasks the person hired is supposed to perform.  However, fewer managers are aware of the importance of interviewing to find a good “cultural fit” as well. Every law firm and corporate legal department has its own internal culture: the set… Read More »

Is Your Company Missing an Employee Value Proposition?

Top employees have more options than ever for determining whether an employer is a good “fit” for them.  The Internet provides a wealth of information, both from the organization itself and from other sources. Consequently, the best employees are taking seriously the project of finding an employer whose offerings match their career plans.  When companies… Read More »

How to Pick a Great Recruiting Partner

Hunting for a job in the greater Toronto area can be tough.  To help you wade through the many job postings, potential employers, and available positions, working with an experienced recruiter can be essential.  But how do you choose the best recruiter with whom to partner? To pick a great recruiting partner, ask these questions:… Read More »