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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Ram Sabaratnam" data-source="post: 212504" data-attributes="member: 36738">Hiya [USER=37011]@AnAnonymousDuck[/USER] Just wanted to add to the great points raised by [USER=36740]@Amma Usman[/USER]. I think it's perfectly okay to discuss the diversity of large trainee cohorts as a pull fact, but as Amma noted you'll want to ensure that the point is made in a way that's convincing. Specifically, you'll really want to focus on what it is about the possibility of such diversity and varied personalities that is interesting to you. You can take a number of different angles here. For instance:<ol> <li data-xf-list-type="ol">Learning from peers: You could say that a larger intake means you’ll be surrounded by a wide range of peers with diverse backgrounds and that such variety can enrich your own learning - not just through formal training, but through informal conversations and collaboration, especially with trainees who've come to the firm from a number of different countries and regions. You can make the point more convincing by tying it to the diversity of thought and background, saying something like: “In my previous roles, I have really appreciated learning from people with different stories, cultural perspectives, or problem-solving approaches. A bigger intake makes that more likely, and I am confident that such diversity will sharpen my own thinking and working style.” </li> <li data-xf-list-type="ol">Mutual support and more connections/reduced isolation: A bigger intake often means you’ll have a network of people going through similar challenges as you. If you've previously been in small teams where that kind of peer support wasn't available, you can explain how you're looking forward to experiencing that dynamic. Firms know that the transition to trainee life can be tough. By framing the point in terms of your your motivation to develop more connections, you can signal that you're being proactive and trying to focus on how to navigate a very formative part of your professional development. </li> <li data-xf-list-type="ol">Your interpersonal style: You can also mention that you generally thrive when exposed to different working styles or perspectives and are energised by the chance to connect with people from different departments or regions. Firms want team players who will integrate well, and if you’re someone who enjoys building relationships across the business, this signals that you’re likely to adapt and contribute both socially and professionally.</li> </ol>Hope this helps with your answer! Happy to answer any additional questions you might have!</blockquote>

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