Are you a lawyer? You CAN find a job. You already know how. Your legal skills are the tools you need.
Lawyers are taught to Research, Think Critically, Ask Questions and Argue Both Sides of an issue.
Research:
Know yourself, your target industry and any specific firm or company to which you are applying.
Think Critically:
How will you best serve the needs of your potential employer while also ensuring your work-life goals are reached.
Ask Questions:
Ask thoughtful questions to make clear you are interested in learning more about a person and job opportunity. Ask yourself what you enjoyed about past positions and how you can find a new position doing similar work.
Argue Both Sides:
Are there reasons why you are not the ideal candidate? It is OK, be honest. Now sell yourself. What do you offer that enables you to overcome what you lack.
This post gives examples of what you may consider a negative about your candidacy that are in fact a positive for your potential employer.
