How to Network at Law Firms (When You Hate Networking)

Walking into your first law firm networking event can be absolutely terrifying. The buildings are big, the people seem polished, and it can feel like a world very different to the one you’re used to. In this video, I break down how to get the most from your first law firm open day or networking event. You’ll learn why trying to "impress" partners is the wrong approach, how to match your questions to the person you are speaking with, and top tips so you don't feel out of place. Chapters: 00:00 Intro: The fear of law firm networking 00:27 1. Your job isn’t to impress. It’s to learn. 01:50 2. How much you learn depends on your preparation 03:42 3. It's fine to just listen 05:10 4. Talk about what you are interested in 06:28 5. Preparing for an event starts before the event 08:14 6. Your social confidence is not a reflection on how great a lawyer you will be Resources: Join thousands of others in their journey to getting a training contract over on the TCLA forum: https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum Website: https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com Premium: https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/tcla-premium/ Newsletter: https://thecorporatelawacademy.kit.com/ebfe485a82