In this economic climate, lawyers have to bring their “A” game to every job interview. If you botch your initial encounter with a recruiter, human resources director, or general counsel, you might not get another opportunity for months, if at all. Surprisingly, the rules for succeeding in the dating world and in the job market have more in common than you might think. By reviewing some basic dating protocol, everyone from a first-year law student to the experienced general counsel or partner looking to move laterally can improve their prospects of landing their dream job.

DATING RULE #1: LOOK YOUR BEST