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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Talking about Links..radio silence everywhere and my app is still on hold 🙃🙃🙃
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    No but their email said that they do not reply to individual emails or something like that. Personally, I would like to move on because I did the tests in November and been waiting for a long time.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    mm not a great deal for many firms
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    I got mine too, I am not that disappointed because I am conflicted about their work. Only applied because I did the CAC finals and semifinals with them and was invited to apply. They are very strict with their academic requirements and personally not a great deal of fun!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Still ghosting for direct tc
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Well not that much, I work full time and planning my wedding…
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    People going into direct TC apps, what's your strategy? Personally, there are a bunch of virtual events that I would like to attend and enquire about direct tc spots and then target those firms. What do you suggest?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    A very dear friend had an AC with them and although she did not get a tc, she said that they were supportive, nice and her lack of commercial awareness was the reason why she did not get a tc.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    I strongly agree with you, I have attended various events and what I realised is that US firms really valued my background and maturity. I believe that Americans in general value candidates who are not afraid to explore other things, while UK firms are more inclined to target young students. I...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Well, sometimes people surprise me. I spoke with someone who works at Macfarlanes and they were incredibly nice!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Guys, for those who have the Capp affinity verbal reasoning test, how did you pass it? Is there a particular thinking to follow?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Twice and not response
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Links ghosted me
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Sky training contract test invite. Just depressed because it is a verbal reasoning test and my dyslexic brain can’t take it:
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    I never had Taco Bell but my future wife is telling me “my love you would hate it”
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Well for San valentine I'm planning a lovely Italian Aperitivo (I'am Italian) and I just received a premium Prosecco. I do not drink much, I prefer to enjoy good food and alcohol. So, if you want a good and expensive red wine I shall suggest Bolgheri 2020.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Hi congrats! can I ask you if you applied for the direct tc?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Goodness me, when I had Covid (couple of weeks ago) struggled with a simple shower!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    You make good points and I hope your exams went well.
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)

    Yes me Links direct tc

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