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  1. axelbeugre

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Congratulations! This is amazing! You should be so proud of you!!
  2. axelbeugre

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Yes it is and if you pass it, then they will review your application and if successful, they will invite you for an assessment centre.
  3. axelbeugre

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    2022 is still recent enough, as long as it is within the year, it is totally fine!
  4. axelbeugre

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Congratulations! Huge achievement!
  5. axelbeugre

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    2022 is okay, as long as it is within the 2 years it is recent so 2022 I would say qualifies!
  6. axelbeugre

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    Congratulations! Massive achievement!
  7. axelbeugre

    TCLA Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion Thread 2023-4

    I agree with Jessica here, it really is difficult to gauge the efficacy of an answer in a video interview format but from what you said it sounds like this was a perfect answer to the question so if you're delivery was confident, you smiled throughout the assessment and you were coming off as...
  8. axelbeugre

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I would try and change the answer. This can also mean changing the verbs and nouns with synonyms without necessarily changing the content of the answer, if you do not have anything to change. However, try to use different experiences if you can or describe experiences you have already talked...
  9. axelbeugre

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I would say that they care about knowing why the news you decided to talk about is important according to you. This could be because of the impact it has on the business sector, on society, on law firms, on their clients, whatever you deem significant or important. It is a personal consideration...
  10. axelbeugre

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    I shared some tips here and I also referenced another post where I shared some questions that might come up, I hope these are helpdul and good luck with your preparation! https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/tcla-vacation-scheme-applications-discussion-thread-2023-24.8037/post-158671
  11. axelbeugre

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    The way I would structure this is: Start with what See the Possibility mean to you, how you have developed the core values it encompasses and, if you want and have the word count to do it (since 500 words is a big word count) I would also include one or two examples where you have demonstrated...
  12. axelbeugre

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Congratulations!! This is amazing and you are doing so well! Keep it going!
  13. axelbeugre

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    You should discuss something that is interesting to you or something you feel quite comfortable about. This is extremely important because you might be asked to discuss further with a partner or an associate during the interview and you do not want to be in the position to discuss something...
  14. axelbeugre

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Congratulations!! This is an amazing news and you deserve it! You should be so proud of yourself! Some tips for the video interview: Treat the video interview as a real interview. This means dress to impress and speak naturally in front of the camera like you would be speaking to a partner...
  15. axelbeugre

    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2023-24

    Do not reject yourself from opportunities but let the firms reject you after you have tried your best, always. This is the philosophy I had when I was applying last year. Deadlines are there for a reason, but before the deadline, all bets are off and so I would encourage you to apply and put...

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