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Back when I was a lawyer, the path to a partner position was well-defined: Graduate from law school. Join a firm as an associate and hope you become a partner after seven-plus years of exceeding your billable hour requirements. Or exit quietly if you didn’t make the cut. This “up or out” system was the norm in legal careers for years; but client and employee demands are now shaking up this traditional model, resulting in more career options than an equity partnership.
What are the best job prospects for legal professionals in Canada the first half of 2015? See Robert Half Legal’s infographic for survey results.
Want to get hired for your dream job? A killer portfolio is a must, but it's not all you need. As part of our Creative Team of the Future project, we talked with in-house managers at top companies like Disney and Target to find out exactly what they look for in talent.
If you’re a hiring manager, you may be interested to know that more than six in 10 executives polled in a Robert Half survey said they’re willing to negotiate starting salary.
We live in a world where you have to be willing to leave your comfort zone and go after what you want in life. It's up to you to make that happen. Are you ready? Learn tips to communicate with confidence to achieve your desired results.
