Personality has never ranked high on the priority list in the legal world. But now, emotional intelligence is the rage. Continue Reading
Posted by Vivia Chen at 2:44 PM on May 15, 2013 in Law Students/Law Schools, Management/Mismanagement | Comments (4)
Here's my list of business phrases that lawyers, consultants, and marketing folks love to throw around, but that few people actually understand: Continue Reading
Posted by Vivia Chen at 3:03 PM on April 15, 2013 in Management/Mismanagement, Money/Power | Comments (13)
Billable rates are skyrocketing. But for you, there's special discount. Continue Reading
Posted by Vivia Chen at 1:59 PM on April 10, 2013 in Management/Mismanagement, Money/Power | Comments (2)
Cleary Gottlieb partner tells associates how to keep clients really satisfied. Continue Reading
Posted by Vivia Chen at 5:13 PM on March 10, 2013 in Advice, Management/Mismanagement | Comments (8)
Don't even think about working from home, CEO Marissa Mayer tells employees. Will law firms follow? Continue Reading
Posted by Vivia Chen at 2:20 PM on February 26, 2013 in Home/Work, Management/Mismanagement | Comments (7)
Want to attract and retain talent, and keep them happy? Maybe it's time to hire a full-time, in-house career coach. Continue Reading
Posted by Vivia Chen at 1:16 PM on February 4, 2013 in Management/Mismanagement | Comments (8)
Wilmer Hale has had a good reputation in promoting women. So why is it now hit with a discrimination claim? Continue Reading
Posted by Vivia Chen at 3:04 PM on January 28, 2013 in Management/Mismanagement, Women | Comments (1)
EEOC finds reasonable cause for gender bias at Greenberg Traurig. Could your firm also be in trouble? Continue Reading
Posted by Vivia Chen at 2:50 PM on December 4, 2012 in Management/Mismanagement, Money/Power, Women | Comments (6)
Women's initiatives are everywhere, but it's unclear if they are doing much good. Continue Reading
Posted by The Careerist at 5:22 PM on November 15, 2012 in Management/Mismanagement, Money/Power, Women | Comments (3)
How miserable are American workers? So much so that they're willing to give up a fatter paycheck for a decent boss. Continue Reading
Posted by Vivia Chen at 3:06 PM on October 17, 2012 in Management/Mismanagement | Comments (5)
The Careerist takes an inside look at how lawyers shape their careers and manage their lives. The blog aims to dissect developments in the profession, provide useful information and advice, and give lawyers a platform to voice their views. The goal is to provide a fresh, provocative take on the state of lawyering.
Vivia Chen, The Careerist's chief blogger, has been covering the business and culture of law firms for a decade. A former corporate lawyer, Chen is fascinated by those who thrive (as well as those who don't) in the legal profession. Her take: Success in the law (and life) doesn't always travel a linear path. If you have topics you'd like to discuss or information to share, contact her: VChen@alm.com
