The CCS keeps an eye out for a great articles we think you would enjoy. Take a moment to read "If I'd Only Known Then What I Know Now: Eight Things I Wish Someone Had Told Me at the Start of My Career" by Rachelle J. Canter, PhD. Ms. Canter is the author of Make the Right Career Move: 28 Critical Insights and Strategies to Land Your Dream Job, a career guide for attorneys and executives. This article explains eight tips for having the legal career you want, which are

(1) to determine what a successful law career is for you and if it will satisfy you,
(2) to choose what plans you have for your legal career and plan how to get there,
(3) to check in with yourself weekly to see if you're sticking to your legal job goals,
(4) to keep a log of your legal career accomplishments,
(5) to develop an accomplishment-oriented legal resume,
(6) to tailor your legal approach and qualifications to match the needs of the employer,
(7) to develop your interpersonal skills, and
(8) to get feedback so you can learn and grow as an attorney.




The eight simple tips and descriptions can save you needless TIME, effort, and frustration and help you have the career you want. These tips are short and action-oriented, designed for everyone with limited time (doesn't that describe all lawyers?) who needs to make a big impact in the career marketplace. To continue reading the full article, click here.