While economic pundits equivocate over using the word “recession,” there is no question the present legal market is tight. Keeping yourself recession-proof is more important in today’s legal marketplace than ever before. Taking timely, preventive measures will reduce the possibility that you may be the next victim in a rush of layoffs.
One of the biggest mistakes people make is failing to prepare for a possible career change. Whether or not your firm or corporation is on a sound footing, you must be ready for anything. Knowing when it is time to begin your new job search is critical. As in golf, if you do not have proper timing in your back swing, the ball is not going to land in the fairway to give you the competitive edge over your opponent. Similarly, simply waiting for the “right” opportunity to happen or letting the chips fall as they may will throw your timing off, and you may find yourself missing out on opportunities available to qualified candidates who have been more proactive.
