Here at Trebuchet, we’re always on the hunt for great articles about law careers, job hunting, and marketing yourself. Today we’re introducing The Roundup to highlight some of the thought-provoking pieces we find each week.

From Around the Web

• Loneliness and Isolation: The Hazards of Solo Practice: One of the greatest benefits of starting a law firm — being able to work alone — may actually be one of the greatest hazards of solo practice. (MyShingle)
• Bar Associations Are Failing Lawyers: Do you belong to a bar association? Are you happy with the services they provide? Here’s a controversial argument that bar associations are failing their members. Do you agree? (Lawyerist)
• Fixed vs. Growth: The Two Basic Mindsets That Shape Our Lives: An interesting look at Carol Dweck’s book, Mindset: The New Psychology of Success, which explores the power of our beliefs, both conscious and unconscious, and how changing them can have a profound impact on our lives. (BrainPickings)
• Design Thinking and Law: A Perfect Match: Useful article about applying “design thinking” to legal process innovation. (ABA Law Practice Today)
• How to Write a Great Cover Letter: It’s a skill every job applicant needs, so brush up! (Harvard Business Review blogs)

The Latest From Trebuchet

• When I Hit Rock Bottom as a Young Lawyer: Marina Modlin shares a heartfelt story about the choices she made to go from being an unemployed 1st-year attorney to owning her own practice. A must read!
• Help! The Partner Thinks I’m an Idiot: Katie Slater shares with you one of the hurdles she had to overcome as a young lawyer — how to deal with a senior partner who thinks you’re an idiot.

Enjoy!

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