TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2025-26

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Thank you so much Abbie for taking your time to write such a detailed answer to my question!

Also just a question for people who have done AC’s. Is it good or bad to encourage shy people to speak during a group exercise? Does it come across as “ dominating”? I would say that since we’re a group, and we’re working within a team to reach a shared objective ( presentation to partners) everyone has to contribute meaningfully. But idk if encouraging people to speak is right..

And how can you make sure you don’t speak last in a group AC?

Everyone has been super helpful on here with any questions I’ve had for my AC. Hope everyone gets their dream vac scheme and TC. ⭐️⭐️⭐️

Thanks everyone

 

[ttso]

Thank you so much Abbie for taking your time to write such a detailed answer to my question!

Also just a question for people who have done AC’s. Is it good or bad to encourage shy people to speak during a group exercise? Does it come across as “ dominating”? I would say that since we’re a group, and we’re working within a team to reach a shared objective ( presentation to partners) everyone has to contribute meaningfully. But idk if encouraging people to speak is right..

And how can you make sure you don’t speak last in a group AC?

Everyone has been super helpful on here with any questions I’ve had for my AC. Hope everyone gets their dream vac scheme and TC. ⭐️⭐️⭐️

Thanks everyone

For the first question, it is not bad to encourage people to speak, but only where it is sensible to do so. If someone doesn't willingly offer up information, it is not your job to make them speak. I think (personally) it becomes more acceptable when you are all debating something and they say nothing, then on occasion you can ask if they have anything further to add, or if they agree. You don't want to push them into a corner.

For the second - Speaking last is not a bad thing, you're not trying to fight people to speak. Often, I actually really like speaking last (or 3rd in a group of 4), as it allows me to account for what others have said and respond to their points/include them in my analysis whilst speaking. I think the main thing is actually just making sure you are heard, and that when you speak, it is a valuable addition, not just speaking for the sake of it.