by Beverly Aarons
23. April 2009 09:07
As the job market becomes more crowded, the competition is becoming fierce for those who want to grab the attention of decision makers and potential employers. One way to differentiate yourself from the hordes of job seekers sending out resumes is to become an expert in your field.
1. Take the time out and make a list of your specialized knowledge. Are you an expert in obscure areas of the law? Do you have knowledge and experience with certain sought after legal services such as bankruptcy?
2. Volunteer to speak at events and conferences where possible employers will be present. The talk doesn't need to be long; but it should be informative. Make sure you include handouts at the end of your lecture/workshop.
3. Don't be shy about public speaking. And don't believe for a second that you have nothing to offer. If you have a few years experience in your field you have lots to offer in terms of your accumulated knowledge.
Once you begin speaking about your area of law, the doors will begin to open and your access to decision makers and possible employers will increase exponentially.