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  1. Jaysen

    TC Journey: Keeping myself accountable

    I'm sorry to hear about the rejections in the past week @Nishath K. Wishing you the best of luck - I look forward to following you in your journey.
  2. Jaysen

    How to prepare for Training Contract?

    Hey @forumusername, Wow, that is a very quick turnaround time. We actually have a thread on this in the JLC once you do get access (this should be approved in the next day). I'll share some of my thoughts in that thread shortly. Otherwise, I'm sure some others will come back to you on here :)
  3. Jaysen

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hey everyone, Next Monday between 2:30pm and 7:30pm, I'll be running free 45 minute mock interviews with five candidates. It'll be pretty hard as I'll try to simulate a law firm interview the best I can. I'll use the last 10 minutes to give you feedback on how to improve your interview...
  4. Jaysen

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    We'll miss you Avni. Thank you for everything you have done for TCLA.
  5. Jaysen

    Law Firm Interviews: 15 minute call with the team

    Hey everyone, Next week, we announce the launch the first-ever live cohort of The TCLA Academy. This first cohort is designed to rapidly accelerate your ability to perform in a law firm interview. Think practise case studies, simulated group exercises and classes to teach you how to stay...
  6. Jaysen

    The M&A Case Study Experiment - Part 1

    Thanks for flagging! @Erin will follow up with you shortly.
  7. Jaysen

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hi All, Just a note from me - I have issued a temporary ban for a user in our forum after they were already issued with a warning. I just wanted to explain this to the rest of the community. 99.9% of the community here is fantastic and we really appreciate the way you support and lift one...
  8. Jaysen

    The M&A Case Study Experiment - Part 1

    Hey Asil! It's one off for now, but we'll still send the answers to anyone who posts an attempt in this thread :)
  9. Jaysen

    The M&A Case Study Experiment - Part 1

    Wow, I'm really impressed by the quality and range of responses here. A huge shoutout to so many of you for pushing yourself to write answers to these questions. My email with the mock answers will be in your inbox today. I'm going to extend the deadline for one more day for any more...
  10. Jaysen

    The M&A Case Study Experiment - Part 1

    Hi All, Further to the Building Your Commercial Awareness Issue I sent out just now, you can post an attempted answer to the mock case study in this thread. Just a bit of fun to help you practise your case study answers. I encourage you to give it a go even if you find it hard. Those who...
  11. Jaysen

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2022-23

    Hopefully no one is checking the forum today, but if you are - Merry Christmas/Happy holidays :)
  12. Jaysen

    Requesting a zoom call on LinkedIn?

    I think it's a great idea. People may say no because they are busy, but this wouldn't be because a Zoom call is unprofessional.
  13. Jaysen

    Start Here: My Training Contract Journey 2022-23

    By way of an update, given how good the updates have been, we have decided to extend the deadline to participate in these competitions. Now, anyone can create a thread in the 'My Training Contract Journey' section of the forum between now and 31 January 2023 and still be eligible for the...
  14. Jaysen

    'My TC Journey' Competition: New Winner Every Month!

    Well deserved @j.s.cox. I enjoy reading your updates.
  15. Jaysen

    Jack's Training Contract Journey

    Glad to hear it was useful :)
  16. Jaysen

    My Training Contract Journey

    I think you've hit the nail on the head with 'enjoying' the commercial awareness journey. If you can find the areas that interest you the most and genuinely enjoy it, it'll show in the effort you put in and the quality of your answers.
  17. Jaysen

    MY TC thread

    I'm sorry to hear that - I know this can be demoralising. It's a great sign that you made it to the assessment centre stage though, as many applicants won't have. What's the plan for you now?
  18. Jaysen

    a confused law student's TC journey :)

    This is belated - but well done! Great to see this hard work paying off. How are the rest of your applications going?
  19. Jaysen

    Ashour's Journey to a TC

    Keep it up Mohamed! How are you getting on with your Linklaters application?
  20. Jaysen

    My TC Journey 2022-23

    Fingers crossed on Willkie :). My view with video interviews is to practise and record yourself under strict time limits as many times as you can. You want it to be uncomfortable when you practise because the real thing will be too. Keep watching yourself and try to iterate as you go - over...

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