Log in
Register
Search
Search titles only
By:
Search titles only
By:
Log in
Register
Search
Search titles only
By:
Search titles only
By:
More options
Toggle width
Share this page
Share this page
Share
Facebook
Twitter
Reddit
Pinterest
Tumblr
WhatsApp
Email
Share
Link
Menu
Install the app
Install
Forums
Law Firm Events
Law Firm Deadlines
TCLA TV
Members
Leaderboards
Premium Database
Premium Chat
Commercial Awareness
Future Trainee Advice
Forums
Aspiring Lawyers - Applications & General Advice
General Discussion
Open day Interactions.
JavaScript is disabled. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding.
You are using an out of date browser. It may not display this or other websites correctly.
You should upgrade or use an
alternative browser
.
Reply to thread
Message
<blockquote data-quote="Jaysen" data-source="post: 1809" data-attributes="member: 1"><p>Thank you [USER=23]@Selma95[/USER] for helping!</p><p></p><p>I used to dread networking. I didn't know what to say to lawyers or graduate recruitment. In fact, my first open day was also at Clifford Chance. I came very close to leaving because I felt so out of place.</p><p></p><p>I'm so glad I stayed.</p><p></p><p>I then went to another open day. And another. I pushed myself to go to as many law firm events as I could in my final year of university. If it was a good one, I would have something to write on my application or talk about during my interview. If it wasn't, then at least I was learning how to network. By the 15th law firm event, it felt natural.</p><p> </p><p>I had a look at the open day you are referring to. It's a similar structure to most: You will watch a talk and then mingle with the speaker, grad recruitment and CC trainees.</p><p></p><p>If you need to introduce yourself, keep it simple. Shake their hand, try to maintain eye contact, and tell them your name. You can then tell them that you're a student at X university, or that you're working.</p><p></p><p>Prepare some questions for the trainees -- it should help you to feel nervous and it will give you something to talk about after you introduce yourself. Remember, the trainees are there to help you, not to assess you. Ask them about their seat, how they find CC, where they are looking to qualify next, opportunities for secondments, application tips etc. People like to talk about themselves.</p><p></p><p>What usually happens at these events is the students will surround the speakers/CC trainees to ask questions. Go with them. If you feel nervous, then you can just listen to the trainees talk. You won't need to ask any questions.</p><p></p><p>I used to find it helpful to have a drink in hand during networking, but I leave that to you.</p><p></p><p>Finally, don't be too hard on yourself. You've already taken a great step: securing a place on an open day. If you can introduce yourself to some people, then great. But if need to stand in a corner during the open day, then that's also fine. At least you went. There will be many more open days. And you will find each one a little less scary than the one before.</p><p></p><p>Any more questions, let me know!</p><p></p><p>PS: I am introverted. I can tell you that, although it may feel like it sometimes, you definitely don't need to be the loudest person to become a lawyer.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Jaysen, post: 1809, member: 1"] Thank you [USER=23]@Selma95[/USER] for helping! I used to dread networking. I didn't know what to say to lawyers or graduate recruitment. In fact, my first open day was also at Clifford Chance. I came very close to leaving because I felt so out of place. I'm so glad I stayed. I then went to another open day. And another. I pushed myself to go to as many law firm events as I could in my final year of university. If it was a good one, I would have something to write on my application or talk about during my interview. If it wasn't, then at least I was learning how to network. By the 15th law firm event, it felt natural. I had a look at the open day you are referring to. It's a similar structure to most: You will watch a talk and then mingle with the speaker, grad recruitment and CC trainees. If you need to introduce yourself, keep it simple. Shake their hand, try to maintain eye contact, and tell them your name. You can then tell them that you're a student at X university, or that you're working. Prepare some questions for the trainees -- it should help you to feel nervous and it will give you something to talk about after you introduce yourself. Remember, the trainees are there to help you, not to assess you. Ask them about their seat, how they find CC, where they are looking to qualify next, opportunities for secondments, application tips etc. People like to talk about themselves. What usually happens at these events is the students will surround the speakers/CC trainees to ask questions. Go with them. If you feel nervous, then you can just listen to the trainees talk. You won't need to ask any questions. I used to find it helpful to have a drink in hand during networking, but I leave that to you. Finally, don't be too hard on yourself. You've already taken a great step: securing a place on an open day. If you can introduce yourself to some people, then great. But if need to stand in a corner during the open day, then that's also fine. At least you went. There will be many more open days. And you will find each one a little less scary than the one before. Any more questions, let me know! PS: I am introverted. I can tell you that, although it may feel like it sometimes, you definitely don't need to be the loudest person to become a lawyer. [/QUOTE]
Insert quotes…
Verification
Our company is called, "The Corporate ___ Academy". What is the missing word here?
Post reply
Forums
Aspiring Lawyers - Applications & General Advice
General Discussion
Open day Interactions.
Top
Bottom
This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register.
By continuing to use this site, you are consenting to our use of cookies.
Accept
Learn more…