“One thing you can always tell is when people really enjoy their jobs. And you clearly do. Your compassion and empathy really speak volumes.”
- Mid-level associate
Read More“The interviewing has been going well. I have a few employers I’m moving to the second round with. I’m finding jobs that are in my wheelhouse. And I’m getting interviews. So it’s working!”
- Aspiring chief compliance officer in healthcare sector
Read More“Shauna,
I wanted you to know that I have accepted a position with [healthcare company] as Chief Administrative Officer, effective as of [date]… I am very excited about this position for the range of responsibilities that I will have. Reporting to me will be the [heads of 5+ cross-disciplinary] functions [including legal and compliance]. I was really not interested in a role that would have me limited to legal only.
[And] certainly you are correct about the length of time for job seeking for someone at my level.
I wanted you to know that I highly valued the work that we did together. When I called you, I had a terrible résumé and almost no real job-seeking experience. As I said, for 27 years, I had never had to look for a job (except out of law school)...
Anyway, my point is that I think you provide a rare and valuable service for high level legal professionals. I would certainly be happy to provide a testimonial or any other support I can offer. Thanks again.”
- CLO / GC shifting to cross-disciplinary executive leadership
Read More“The LinkedIn profile optimization looks great! It was very easy to follow along with your instructions. Everything looks really good. I made all your recommended changes. I really like the summary. The skills you suggested made a lot of sense. And the LinkedIn for Lawyers book was very helpful. It’s a really nice book.”
- Lead compliance attorney
Read More“You’re a f*cking genius. I’m so glad [executive career coach] suggested I talk to you. Just the clarity you bring is priceless.”
- Silicon valley executive
Read More“We had a good, candid conversation back in April. You hit some really big points.”
- General counsel at $14+ billion company
Read More“Shauna, Hope you’re having a great week! Wanted to give you an update on my results this week. I applied to an open position at [AmLaw 50] via the chair of the group and he responded that they had just closed the position but would keep me in mind if another one became available. I thought that was a great sign considering it’s big law and the transfer I’m trying to make. So thanks again for the help with the résumé and cover letter, they seem to be doing exactly what I needed them to do!”
- Associate switching from boutique litigation firm to BigLaw corporate practice
Read More“You pretty much nailed it. You gave *exactly* the same feedback on my cover letter and résumé that a managing partner at a AmLaw 200 law firm did.”
- Litigator moving into corporate and transactional law
Read More“Please be sure to thank Shauna for all of her help. She was fantastic! I will certainly be in touch if the need arises in the future.”
- Former AUSA in the Front Office of the country’s largest USAO
Read More“I’ve really enjoyed our conversation. I feel very comfortable talking to you and very comfortable with your approach.”
- Director of Attorney Careers on providing career development services for AmLaw 100 law firm’s mid-level associates
Read More“I'm feeling good about the résumé. I see where you're going with it. It’s more cohesive and more polished.”
- Lead IP counsel
Read More“Your insights are spot on. This is like therapy. I’ve always bounced from one thing to the next without ever really having a plan. It’s really, really nice to talk to someone with a fresh perspective. This was very productive.”
- International trade attorney
Read More“Thanks for all the advice that you gave on the call as well as the follow-up. I will digest the information and put it into action.”
- LLM trying to break into BigLaw
Read More“Thanks. I start at [Fortune 100] next week as a trademark and marketing attorney. “
- IP lawyer
Read More“There's an art to what you do. And you’ve offered an enormously valuable perspective.”
- Antitrust litigator
Read More“You’ve been very helpful. What ever happens, this has been a great process for me.”
- CLO at Fortune 1000
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