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

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manchester12

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Has anyone got tips for nerves for an Ac? I literally feel so unconfident and sound so bad when I practice interview questions! I am literally so anxious I mess up and lose such a great opportunity!
 

A.Diane01

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    Has anyone got tips for nerves for an Ac? I literally feel so unconfident and sound so bad when I practice interview questions! I am literally so anxious I mess up and lose such a great opportunity!
    you’re there because they see your potential and you should take confidence just from that :)

    This will sound weird but I remember getting feedback from a rugby coach when I went for national trials (I wasnt successful) and they said that I had the talent, I just let the occasion get the better of me as I put the event/other players on a pedestal. To that end, it always helps me to remind myself in these situations, that GR/Partners etc are only human too! They were in your spot once and really, they just want you to do the best you can! Understanding that at least, helps I think to reduce anxiety massively.

    Don’t forgeat, pre game (AC) nerves can be good and I’m sure once you get into your flow & settled you’ll shine. good nights sleep (if poss), get something down you beforehand if you can and remember you’ve put the graft in and thats all you can do.

    I have total faith in you, and I wish you the best of luck!
     

    IRO

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    If you don’t have your heart set on a particular seat already, I’d say try to make sure you do a transactional seat and a contentious seat so you get a taste of both!
    @thirdtimelucky Advisory seats are also worth considering! (I did two advisory seats because I plan to qualify into one of them). I’d also seriously consider any seats which the firm has a particular strength in or which are mandatory during the TC, as it might help you when deciding between TC offers as it will give you a better idea of what seats you’ll do during your TC.
     
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