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  1. Alice G

    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    Hi there, You may find this piece I wrote helpful: https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/hearing-back-from-law-firms-assessment-centres-interview-tips-2019-2020.1423/post-16889 This was based on guidance received at an open day in Dec 2019 and was the approach I followed.
  2. Alice G

    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    You are so deserving of this - you have helped so many others in the forum and I am just over the moon for you!
  3. Alice G

    TCLA General Discussion Thread #2 (2021)

    Wishing you all the very best!! Enjoy your scheme too - such an incredible experience to have :)
  4. Alice G

    TCLA General Discussion Thread #2 (2021)

    @Jessica Booker I did the exact same thing - grabbed our attention that's for sure ahaha :D
  5. Alice G

    Container Chaos: Partial Closures at Chinese Port Yantian Leaves Shipping Industry in Disarray

    This thread is for the general discussion of the Article Container Chaos: Partial Closures at Chinese Port Yantian Leaves Shipping Industry in Disarray. Please add to the discussion here.
  6. Container Chaos: Partial Closures at Chinese Port Yantian Leaves Shipping Industry in Disarray

    23 June 2021 Container Chaos: Partial Closures at Chinese Port Yantian Leaves Shipping Industry in Disarray

    Container Chaos: Partial Closures at Chinese Port Yantian Leaves Shipping Industry in Disarray By Violet O’Gorman The Story In recent weeks, there has been a severe backlog in various Chinese ports for container ships and other vessels. This is partially driven by the knock-on...
  7. Alice G

    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    Hi, please see the advice I wrote for the application process as a whole here: https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/hearing-back-from-law-firms-assessment-centres-interview-tips-2019-2020.1423/post-16889 Also, be mindful that there should be a document for you to download from...
  8. Alice G

    TCLA General Discussion Thread #2 (2021)

    Just popping a link to @Jessica Booker’s great post here https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/forum/threads/don%E2%80%99t-sweat-the-small-stuff-vacation-schemes.3998/ I really recommend giving it a read if you’re struggling with nerves around vacation schemes and how you’re being perceived
  9. Alice G

    TCLA General Discussion Thread #2 (2021)

    Unfortunately because these worries and feelings are so internalised it’s incredibly hard for external words and reassurances sometimes to make the crucial difference. Similar to your post before, what I can say is that really isn’t an issue at all- you actually communicated very openly and...
  10. Alice G

    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    Ah such a small world, I live in London but originally from York - so very close to Leeds indeed, and my best friend lives in Leeds now! Enjoy your day!!
  11. Alice G

    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    Ah is it your birthday today?? If so, wishing you a VERY Happy Birthday!!! I hope you have the loveliest day and weekend celebrating!! :) :)🎉🥳
  12. Alice G

    Mining Mad: Global Shift to Renewables Drives Lithium Demand

    This thread is for the general discussion of the Article Mining Mad: Global Shift to Renewables Drives Lithium Demand. Please add to the discussion here.
  13. Mining Mad: Global Shift to Renewables Drives Lithium Demand

    Mining Mad: Global Shift to Renewables Drives Lithium Demand

    Mining Mad: Global Shift to Renewables Drives Lithium Demand By Violet O'Gorman The Story This year has been a bumper year for metals such as lithium and copper, which started with “a string of mining IPOs in London” (Reuters). In the US, the Biden presidency recently announced its...
  14. Alice G

    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    This is totally understandable, I used to get this outside exam halls like 5 mins before and feel really panicked but as soon as you’re in there, taken a sip of water and composed yourself your adrenaline will be flowing and you’ll remember more than you even realise you can. Very best of luck...
  15. Alice G

    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    Yes!! HUGE congratulations to you and how exciting it’s in person! The whole forum is rooting for you!! 🎉🎉
  16. Alice G

    TCLA General Discussion Thread #2 (2021)

    Hi there, It’s so easy to go over things in your head and dissect everything you said and how you came across- it is so natural to do this so don’t worry. Nothing from what you say is a cause for any concern. The reality is they are probably just very very busy at the moment and will hopefully...
  17. Alice G

    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    This makes me so happy to see!! HUGE congratulations!!
  18. Alice G

    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    This is huge! Major congratulations, I am so happy for you 😃 You are such a deserving candidate - wishing you all the luck in the world for the AC!
  19. Alice G

    2020-21 Direct Training Contract Applications Discussion

    Hi there @E.A I am really sorry to hear about your rejection. I appreciate and empathise that when you get to the AC and get a rejection following that, it can, in my opinion, be even more difficult because you do begin to pin your hopes and it does feel that much more personal. Just for...
  20. Alice G

    TCLA General Discussion Thread #2 (2021)

    Thank you so much for joining yesterday and for this incredible post- it’s so brave to share your experience!

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