publication of the International Legal Technology Association
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ILTA WHITE PAPER: JUNE 2015 WWW.ILTANET.ORG 8 Networking Events and Opportunities: Connections to and ideas for networking events, plus practical tips (e.g., attend as many networking events as possible, even if they are not in direct relation to your targeted job area and amazing connections can happen in the most unexpected places — on a plane, at a friend's house, at a volunteer event, etc.) Outplacement: Ideas on ways to best use outplacement services for networking, office space, collaboration, etc. Time Allocation: Tips for making the most of your time and resources (e.g., do online work in the evenings and save your days for networking opportunities) Access to Positive, Supportive People: Opportunities to meet in person (for those in New York and Chicago to start) and via video Opportunities To Help Others: Ways to share your skills, ideas and challenges for furthering the value and success of the group Recruiters: A list of trusted, proven recruiters who can help provide leads based on your search criteria Resume and Cover Letter Review: A network of colleagues who can provide feedback on your resume or help you create one, and advice on personalization of cover letters to highlight the value you bring to prospective employers Interview Practice: Colleagues available to schedule practice interviews and give advice and practical tips (e.g., focus more on challenges of the organization you are applying for and less on what you did in the past) Continuing Education: A list of valuable resources for brushing up existing and learning new skills Professional Association Assistance: Directions through the acronym soup to connect you with key industry organizations (ILTA, ARMA, LMA, ALA, AALL, NALP, COLPM, etc.) HOW TO GET INVOLVED Whether you've been through a transition successfully and want to pay it forward or are in any stage of a transition, contact us. We are developing the team and already have people willing to share their experiences, provide helpful tips, offer their time, etc. As we chart the course, we welcome passengers and crew aboard! NAVIGATING THE WATERS OF A JOB CHANGE WHERE ECO COMES IN To start, we hope to offer: As your head floods with questions and doubts, you will want to structure your search — and that is where ECO can help!