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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Abbie Whitlock" data-source="post: 218040" data-attributes="member: 42112">Hello!Just to add to [USER=38677]@londonlawyer[/USER]'s really great advice, I think what the firm is looking for is a short and memorable insight into who you are beyond the obvious things on your CV or application.A good approach is to pick something that:<ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Isn't common knowledge about you (a quirky skill, unusual hobby, formative experience, or a personal value that you find important);</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Reveals a bit about your personality or what motivates you; or</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Could spark curiosity or conversation if someone read it aloud in an interview.</li> </ul>In a previous application that I completed that had a similar question, I discussed my interest in trains and the London Underground, and how I enjoyed learning more about the subject through various experiences (which I then outlined). It doesn't have to something that is directly applicable to law or the business world, but you should use the question to show your passion and dedication to something that you are genuinely interested in (and link transferable skills where you can) <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite1" alt=":)" title="Smile    :)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":)" />I'd try not to overthink it too much, as the firm is just trying to learn more about you - pick an interest / trait that feels authentic and makes you you!</blockquote>

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