Welcome back to the Law School Toolbox podcast! Today we’re talking with ex-BigLaw recruiter, Sadie Jones, about the top mistakes summer associates make — so you can avoid making them, or fix them if you happen to make them.
In this episode, we discuss:
- Some of the common mistakes summer associates make — so you can avoid making them!
- How to recover if you do make one of these common summer associate mistakes
- The best mindset for avoiding making mistakes
- How a law firm mentor can help you navigate these issues
- How to handle a negative mid-summer review or other feedback and how to turn it around — it is possible!
Thanks for listening!
RESOURCES:
- Professionalism in the Legal Workplace
- Podcast Episode 25: How to Behave Like a Professional in the Legal Workplace
- What to Wear to Professional Legal Events
- Podcast Episode 143: Understanding Work Assignments (w/Sadie Jones)
- CareerDicta Career Coaching
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