Documenting my TC Journey (Project TC🚀)

[ZNadeem]

UPDATE

Good news! I secured the TCLA x Willkie Open Day! I am very surprised by this and extremely excited! I can’t wait to attend and get to know the firm better🚀🚀

I have submitted another application this week and I am waiting to hear back!

In the meantime I am finished drafting an application and looking forward to get started on another one during the weekend!

I am aiming to submit roughly three applications by the end of September, one is submitted two more to go!

Slowly but surely I am making progress, having both the application tracker and a personal planner helps a lot in staying up to date and organised with everything.

(TJ Maxx has amazing planners btw!!)

That’s me done for this week.


Hope everyone has a very relaxing and productive weekend 🪷

All the best,

J

Huge huge congrats — that’s amazing news! So glad all your effort is paying off. (And totally agree, everything at TJ Maxx is elite!)

 

[JasmineM9]

Huge huge congrats — that’s amazing news! So glad all your effort is paying off. (And totally agree, everything at TJ Maxx is elite!)

Thank you so much Zainab! Super happy!! I genuinely wouldn’t have done without the support I received from you and Vera!! Big shoutout to you❤️❤️

I know right!!! Need to start my autumn shopping 🤩

 

[JasmineM9]

UPDATE:

This is definitely not the update I wanted but since I sharing my wins it’s only fair I also share my losses too 😞

Current STATS:

Sidley Rejection - received August 2025
Jones Day rejection post app - received on September 2025.

Both hurt, they hurt because I dedicated time and effort to research and write good quality applications. To be rejected post app is disheartening.

Bruh, two rejections in and I am already bawling my eyes out.

That’s me done for today lol


Best,

J🥀

 

[ZNadeem]

UPDATE:

This is definitely not the update I wanted but since I sharing my wins it’s only fair I also share my losses too 😞

Current STATS:

Sidley Rejection - received August 2025
Jones Day rejection post app - received on September 2025.

Both hurt, they hurt because I dedicated time and effort to research and write good quality applications. To be rejected post app is disheartening.

Bruh, two rejections in and I am already bawling my eyes out.

That’s me done for today lol


Best,

J🥀

Thank you for sharing this update! It takes courage to be open about the tough parts. This might feel disappointing, especially when you’ve poured time and effort into the applications — but it really doesn’t define your ability or future chances. Every strong candidate faces setbacks like this, and it’s part of the process rather than a reflection of your potential!

 

[JasmineM9]

Thank you for sharing this update! It takes courage to be open about the tough parts. This might feel disappointing, especially when you’ve poured time and effort into the applications — but it really doesn’t define your ability or future chances. Every strong candidate faces setbacks like this, and it’s part of the process rather than a reflection of your potential!

Thank you so much Zainab! I really appreciate your message 😊

I am actually okay now! I had a big cry but now I good!! Upwards and onwards 🚀

 

[Abbie Whitlock]

UPDATE:

This is definitely not the update I wanted but since I sharing my wins it’s only fair I also share my losses too 😞

Current STATS:

Sidley Rejection - received August 2025
Jones Day rejection post app - received on September 2025.

Both hurt, they hurt because I dedicated time and effort to research and write good quality applications. To be rejected post app is disheartening.

Bruh, two rejections in and I am already bawling my eyes out.

That’s me done for today lol


Best,

J🥀

Hey J,

I'm really sorry to hear about the rejections - it is completely normal to feel disheartened, especially when you have put so much effort and care into your applications. It shows how much you're committed, and that dedication will absolutely pay off.

The time and energy you've invested isn't wasted, as every application sharpens your skills and strengthens the next one! This process can be very demanding, but your resilience is a major strength and you deserve credit for showing up and giving it your all. You've got this! 💪

WIshing you all the best

 

[JasmineM9]

Thank you so much Abbie! I will continue to persevere 🥹

All the best,

J