Harrison Barnes
Harrison Barnes' Legal Career Advice Podcast
The Lawyers Rising podcast features Founder and CEO of BCG Attorney Search, Harrison Barnes, in conversation with BCG Recruiting Manager, Brie Mills. In each episode, the two will share their expertise through in-depth discussions on issues affecting the law profession and those that work in it. Drawing from over 20 years as a legal recruiter and attorney, Barnes will explore the culture and character of law firms, how to move in and out of them, and how to rise, thrive, and sustain a career. Their discussions will offer advice for both Partners and those still on the path.
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Harrison Barnes
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Jul 28, 2023
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Part 2 - Interview Workshop: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search 29.06.2023 33:18
In this podcast, Harrison shares some interesting statistics about interviews and tips on preparing for them. According to him, candidates who receive preparation from a recruiter can see up to a 60% increase in the chances of getting an offer. However, candidates who do not prepare are likely to receive an offer only 12-15% of the time. Harrison believes there is a science to interviewing, and th...
Part 1 - Interview Workshop: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search 29.06.2023 34:47
In this podcast, Harrison shares some interesting statistics about interviews and tips on preparing for them. According to him, candidates who receive preparation from a recruiter can see up to a 60% increase in the chances of getting an offer. However, candidates who do not prepare are likely to receive an offer only 12-15% of the time. Harrison believes there is a science to interviewing, and th...
Part 4 - Cover Letter Workshop: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search 28.06.2023 44:21
In this podcast, Harrison shares valuable insights on writing a successful cover letter for employers. He emphasizes the importance of making connections with people, which can significantly impact a candidate's chances of being hired. Harrison discusses how most cover letters are generic and do not help candidates stand out. He suggests researching the firm, its people, and it's practice...
Part 3 - Cover Letter Workshop: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search 28.06.2023 29:24
In this podcast, Harrison shares valuable insights on writing a successful cover letter for employers. He emphasizes the importance of making connections with people, which can significantly impact a candidate's chances of being hired. Harrison discusses how most cover letters are generic and do not help candidates stand out. He suggests researching the firm, its people, and it's practice...
Part 2 - Cover Letter Workshop: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search 28.06.2023 33:16
In this podcast, Harrison shares valuable insights on writing a successful cover letter for employers. He emphasizes the importance of making connections with people, which can significantly impact a candidate's chances of being hired. Harrison discusses how most cover letters are generic and do not help candidates stand out. He suggests researching the firm, its people, and it's practice...
Part 1 - Cover Letter Workshop: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search 28.06.2023 33:56
In this podcast, Harrison shares valuable insights on writing a successful cover letter for employers. He emphasizes the importance of making connections with people, which can significantly impact a candidate's chances of being hired. Harrison discusses how most cover letters are generic and do not help candidates stand out. He suggests researching the firm, its people, and it's practice...
Part 1 - Resume Review Workshop: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search 28.06.2023 31:19
In this podcast, Harrison shares insights from a recent resume workshop he conducted for legal professionals. He reviewed resumes of candidates that had gotten interviews and noticed consistent patterns in their resumes. Harrison shares rules to follow to make resumes stand out and get noticed by law firms. He emphasizes that resumes should be tailored to the type of legal position being applied f...
Part 5 - Resume Review Workshop: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search 23.06.2023 50:51
In this podcast, Harrison shares insights from a recent resume workshop he conducted for legal professionals. He reviewed resumes of candidates that had gotten interviews and noticed consistent patterns in their resumes. Harrison shares rules to follow to make resumes stand out and get noticed by law firms. He emphasizes that resumes should be tailored to the type of legal position being applied f...
Part 4 - Resume Review Workshop: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search 23.06.2023 30:36
In this podcast, Harrison shares insights from a recent resume workshop he conducted for legal professionals. He reviewed resumes of candidates that had gotten interviews and noticed consistent patterns in their resumes. Harrison shares rules to follow to make resumes stand out and get noticed by law firms. He emphasizes that resumes should be tailored to the type of legal position being applied f...
Part 3 - Resume Review Workshop: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search 23.06.2023 32:23
In this podcast, Harrison shares insights from a recent resume workshop he conducted for legal professionals. He reviewed resumes of candidates that had gotten interviews and noticed consistent patterns in their resumes. Harrison shares rules to follow to make resumes stand out and get noticed by law firms. He emphasizes that resumes should be tailored to the type of legal position being applied f...
Part 2 - Resume Review Workshop: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search 23.06.2023 33:46
In this podcast, Harrison shares insights from a recent resume workshop he conducted for legal professionals. He reviewed resumes of candidates that had gotten interviews and noticed consistent patterns in their resumes. Harrison shares rules to follow to make resumes stand out and get noticed by law firms. He emphasizes that resumes should be tailored to the type of legal position being applied f...
Part 1 - Resume Review Workshop: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search 23.06.2023 31:19
In this podcast, Harrison shares insights from a recent resume workshop he conducted for legal professionals. He reviewed resumes of candidates that had gotten interviews and noticed consistent patterns in their resumes. Harrison shares rules to follow to make resumes stand out and get noticed by law firms. He emphasizes that resumes should be tailored to the type of legal position being applied f...
Part 2 - What Yale Law School Teaches About How To Approach Your Legal Career That No Other Law School Does: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search 23.06.2023 38:14
In this podcast, Harrison shares his insights on the career paths of Yale Law School graduates and how they differ from graduates of other top law schools. Rather than solely pursuing career success in law firms, Yale graduates have a much different approach to their careers. Many begin their careers in large law firms or the government, academia, think tanks, and public interest organizations bef...
Part 1 - What Yale Law School Teaches About How To Approach Your Legal Career That No Other Law School Does: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search 23.06.2023 34:02
In this podcast, Harrison shares his insights on the career paths of Yale Law School graduates and how they differ from graduates of other top law schools. Rather than solely pursuing career success in law firms, Yale graduates have a much different approach to their careers. Many begin their careers in large law firms or the government, academia, think tanks, and public interest organizations bef...
Top Ways for Law Firms to Increase Associate Satisfaction and Increase Associate Retention What Law Firm Associates Really Want from Their Jobs: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Searc 14.11.2022 32:12
In this podcast, Harrison tells us that associates are often the backbone of law firms and play an integral role in their success. The associates may not always see eye to what, but if you want your firm's productivity or satisfaction levels increased then it is important that we get this aspect right!
The Number One Reason You Are Not Getting the Jobs You Want and May Be Unsatisfied in Your Legal Career: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search 14.11.2022 53:24
In this podcast, Harrison talks about how legal careers can be very fulfilling, but they often lack the excitement of other fields. The number one reason you may not have achieved all your career goals is that maybe what's holding you back are unspoken expectations in law firms or with clients.
How to Rapidly Get Law Firm Offers (Even When Firms Have No Openings): Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search 14.11.2022 38:40
If you want to get more law firm job offers than you ever have before, you need to understand how to make yourself desirable to law firms. In this podcast, Harrison reveals valuable insights on how to make you marketable through his peronal experiences and his tried and tested business model.
The Top 17 Reasons Law Firms Do Not Hire and Make Offers to Attorneys and Law Students It's Not What You Think 12.10.2022 1:04:08
In this podcast, Harrison explains whether you're a law student or an attorney, here are the top reasons why law firms do not hire or make offers. Improve your marketing strategy by avoiding these mistakes!
Why a Law Degree is Actually a Business License: Why Attorneys Should Treat their Legal Careers Like a Small Business: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search 07.10.2022 16:05
The problem with attorneys and the legal profession in general is that no one seems to take the time to consider that the law is a business and that their careers are businesses as well. Harrison Barnes examines the inescapable business realities of your legal career and while this podcast has been created specifically for attorneys, most of the material discussed here also applies to individuals...
What Do Unhappy Legal Careers and Bad Romantic Relationships Have in Common?: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search 07.10.2022 1:05:33
In this podcast, Harrison uses human relationships - a subject that most, if not all of us can relate to, as analogy to drive his message home. Relationships offer several insights into ourselves that mirror how we are likely to handle our careers. By understanding the mistakes you are likely to make in both, it can be extremely helpful for your long-term happiness and success.
The Only Seven Reasons a Law Firm Will Ever Make You a Partner 13.09.2022 34:47
This week's podcast is all about what to do if you lose your attorney job. We've got some great tips and resources, so listen in. First and foremost, don't panic. This is a tough situation, but it's not the end of the world. Take a deep breath and assess your options. If you have a severance package, now is the time to use it. You should also think about whether you want to stay in the legal field...
What You Need to do Immediately if You Lose Your Attorney Job: Take these Actions Right Now 13.09.2022 2:13:34
In this week’s podcast, Harrison Barnes will talk about how the legal field is in a constant state of flux, and attorneys often find themselves having to find new jobs. If you have recently lost your job as an attorney, there are some steps you can take to make the transition as smooth as possible. First, take some time to assess your skills and experience. What sort of practice do you want to be...
10 Biggest Career Mistakes Big Law Firm Attorneys Make (and 10 Ways to Survive in a Big Firm) 26.08.2022 48:15
In this podcast with Harrison Barnes, you will learn: How to avoid common mistakes made by many attorneys in big law? What are the unwritten rules you need to follow to survive and thrive in a big law? Why the most important and challenging legal work is done inside of law firms.?
How To Be A Rich And Famous Attorney: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search 09.02.2022 26:44
There's no doubt that being an attorney is a challenging career. You need to have excellent communication skills, be able to think quickly on your feet, and be able to work hard for long hours. But if you have the drive and determination, you can make it as an attorney. In this episode of the Attorney Career Advice Podcast with Harrison Barnes, we discuss how to be a successful attorney. We'll tal...
Top 32 Reasons Attorney Lose Their Jobs in Law Firms: Harrison Barnes Legal Recruiter from BCG Attorney Search 07.02.2022 48:59
It's not a secret that law firms can be incredibly tough places to work. With long hours, intense competition, and high stakes, it's no wonder that so many attorneys end up losing their jobs. But what are the specific reasons why this happens? And more importantly, what can you do to avoid them? In this episode of the Attorney Career Advice Podcast with Harrison Barnes, we will discuss the top 32...
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