The demand for skilled litigation associates continues to grow as law firms seek professionals with the right blend of experience and expertise. Making a strategic lateral move early in your career can open doors to new opportunities, higher compensation, and a more fulfilling practice. Whether you are looking to specialize in a high-demand area or… Read more »
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Kodak was once synonymous with photography, dominating the market for decades with its film products. However, as digital photography emerged in the late 20th century, Kodak failed to adapt to the shifting landscape. Despite being one of the pioneers in digital camera technology, the company was reluctant to pivot away from its profitable film business,… Read more »
In the early 1900s, New York City was rapidly expanding and the need for an efficient public transportation system became urgent, leading to the construction of the very first underground subway. The first line, known as the “IRT” (Interborough Rapid Transit), opened in 1904 and was a major step forward for mass urban transit. Despite… Read more »
Navigating the legal profession can be challenging, but a structured approach to career advancement can make a significant difference. CarterWill Search’s comprehensive ToolKit to Advance Associate Attorneys provides essential strategies and resources to help legal professionals at the Associate level excel and progress in their careers. From crafting standout resumes and cover letters to mastering… Read more »
By and large, the less there is of any particular commodity, the more valuable it’s likely to be. Think about gold. According to one online resource, all the gold mined since the days of the ancient Egyptians would fit in just over three Olympic-sized swimming pools. That doesn’t seem like much, especially considering that trade… Read more »
The Halloween season is upon us. Perfect timing, from an autumnal standpoint anyway, to talk about a trend once thought to only rattle the shackles of job hunters. The tale is akin to a headhunter calling, then setting up what appears to be favorable conditions for moving forward—just to vanish without a trace in hindsight…. Read more »
Elusiveness is not a quality any company is looking for in a key hire. Yet, that’s precisely what many come across in large measure before the typical search process turns up a suitable candidate. Beyond the frustration comes significant amounts of wasted time, money, and energy—all of which combine to drain life from the effort… Read more »
By and large, the vast majority of job candidates have seldom enjoyed much leverage over would-be suitors for their services. Not-so-ironically, the rare exceptions were those well-established professionals who—while currently and gainfully employed in a present occupation—could afford the risks that came with putting out feelers and making contacts “under the radar,” so to speak…. Read more »
For employers, it’s one thing to spend significant amounts of time, money, and energy vetting candidates before making a job offer. Yet, it’s quite another to learn that prospective employees are increasingly turning the tables on that function long before they ever click “submit.” LinkedIn suggests that’s precisely what 75% of job seekers now do… Read more »
Like the sport of long-distance running, the onboarding process for new hires is much more than what happens at the start. Likewise, while it stands to reason you can’t win either a marathon, or the loyalty of the best employees in the opening stages, common experience says ‘you can lose it.’ Unfortunately, consensus among experts… Read more »