1161: LegalJob: The #1 Mindset Shift Law Students Need for Career Success with LegalJob Founder Adam Gropper
As a law student, the pressure to land your dream job can feel overwhelming. It’s easy to get stuck in analytical thinking, weighing every decision and fearing that choosing one path might limit your options in the future. This kind of uncertainty can leave you feeling paralyzed, unsure of how to move forward or make the right career choices.
Adam Gropper is a best-selling author and career expert who helps law students land their dream legal jobs. Frustrated by his own struggles breaking into the legal field, Adam developed a proven 6-step process to navigate the job search and stand out to employers. Today, Adam discusses the importance of law students shifting their mindset from analytical thinking to a more action-oriented, employer-focused approach when it comes to career planning and networking. Stay tuned!
Quotes
“What we're trying to do is move the dial just a bit. If you can spend a little less time thinking and a little more time acting, that's the key here.” - Adam Gropper
"The employer is only going to care about your accomplishments that matter to them. You may have many achievements, but the only ones they care about are those that will help them reach their goals and overcome their challenges." - Adam Gropper
“A good lawyer is a service-oriented person, serving their client or clients. If you have that mentality — that it's about them — then you're ahead of the game.” - Adam Gropper
Takeaways
01:53 Focus on the employer's needs, not just your own qualifications, when networking and applying for jobs.
04:34 Embrace the discomfort of networking and taking action, as it is a necessary step to finding your dream job.
06:52 Develop a clear plan and commit to it, even if it means taking uncomfortable steps outside your comfort zone.
15:12 Leverage informational interviews and panel discussions to learn about potential career paths and make valuable connections.
22:23 Persistence and resilience are crucial, as demonstrated by Adam's personal story of overcoming rejection.
Resources
- LegalJob: Propel Yourself Toward A Great Legal Career Or Partnership
- LegalJob on Facebook
- Adam Gropper on LinkedIn
- What They Don't Teach You in Law School | How to Get a Job: The Six-Step Process for Landing a Great Legal Job Even if You Don't Know Where to Start by Adam Gropper on Amazon
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