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    Kennedys Training Contract 2023

    Hey! To answer the questions I got, the questions are very generic. As people have said, you have one motivation, one strength and one competence question. In hindsight, I would've just prepared by going through my experiences and my research on the firm rather than trying to memorise...
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    Kennedys Training Contract 2023

    I definitely did not do as well in that interview as I liked but hopefully I can get through to the AC
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    Kennedys Training Contract 2023

    Same here but I am a bit nervous. Will probably do it tomorrow. What programme did you apply for?
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    Kennedys Training Contract 2023

    Hey guys, I was wondering what the timing was like? They say 3 questions but are also saying this will take 15-20 minutes. Are they expecting us to take 5-7 mins each answer?
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    Kennedys Training Contract 2023

    Legend! Thank you :)
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    Kennedys Training Contract 2023

    Anyone done the VI? I am quite nervous as they can really ask any question they want. Can anyone provide an insight?

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