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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    That makes sense, thank you so much!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi @Ram Sabaratnam Can I ask what changes did you make in approaching the later VS schemes that you think helped you convert (setting up coffee chats, the work etc) especially since my first scheme is my first preference😓 Thank you!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    @Jessica Booker @Ram Sabaratnam I got a call last Wednesday for a vacation scheme offer which I was unable to accept because my dates for another offer clash (spring) and the other scheme (summer) dates are during term time (I'm international). I still managed to express my enthusiasm for the...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Silly question but if you say over call that you likely cannot participate in the VS anymore due to other commitments and clashing dates and they agree to invite you to a direct TC assessment centre will I get an email saying I was accepted onto the VS?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    That makes sense thank you!
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi @Ram Sabaratnam , Thank you for all your help so far! Quick follow up, are there any specific resources you used to prepare for the group exercise, I’m just feeling a bit overwhelmed with all the information available online. I’ve been keeping up with the commercial world fairly ok through...
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Thanks for the informative reply! Out of curiosity what is the turnaround time post VI?
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    TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2024-25

    Hi everyone, I’m preparing for the Charles Russell Speechlys Video Interview and would appreciate any insights on what to expect. Are the questions mostly competency-based, commercial, or a mix? Any tips on standing out since it’s the final stage? Tagging @Ram Sabaratnam for guidance thanks in...

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