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<blockquote data-quote="Amma Usman" data-source="post: 184353" data-attributes="member: 36740">Hi [USER=29878]@ashwright[/USER] , I understand your concern, and I think it’s great that you’re putting so much effort into preparing. However, don’t be too hard on yourself. It’s perfectly normal to feel overwhelmed with so much content, especially when aiming to remember it all. Memorising entire sections, sentence-by-sentence, may not be the most effective approach for an Assessment Centre (AC). Rather than focusing on cramming, I’d suggest shifting your approach to understanding the key themes and ideas from the Stoakes book.For ACs, the goal is not to know one resource in depth but to demonstrate a broader understanding of the industry and how it functions. It’s more valuable to grasp the big picture and be able to discuss key points confidently. Consider prioritising quality over quantity. You’re already reading the FT and keeping up with news – that’s exactly what will help build your commercial awareness, which is crucial for ACs. So instead of trying to master everything in one source, focus on:1. Summarising key themes from the Stoakes book and using them as a foundation.2. Following market trends through articles and news briefings, which will give you a well-rounded perspective.3. Practicing articulating your thoughts on various topics, as what matters most is how you communicate your understanding.Remember, you’re already doing so much, and that in itself is impressive. Don’t worry about knowing everything. Instead, aim to feel comfortable discussing a few topics well. You’ve got this! 😊</blockquote>

[QUOTE="Amma Usman, post: 184353, member: 36740"] Hi [USER=29878]@ashwright[/USER] , I understand your concern, and I think it’s great that you’re putting so much effort into preparing. However, don’t be too hard on yourself. It’s perfectly normal to feel overwhelmed with so much content, especially when aiming to remember it all. Memorising entire sections, sentence-by-sentence, may not be the most effective approach for an Assessment Centre (AC). Rather than focusing on cramming, I’d suggest shifting your approach to understanding the key themes and ideas from the Stoakes book. For ACs, the goal is not to know one resource in depth but to demonstrate a broader understanding of the industry and how it functions. It’s more valuable to grasp the big picture and be able to discuss key points confidently. Consider prioritising quality over quantity. You’re already reading the FT and keeping up with news – that’s exactly what will help build your commercial awareness, which is crucial for ACs. So instead of trying to master everything in one source, focus on: [B]1. Summarising key themes[/B] from the Stoakes book and using them as a foundation. [B]2. Following market trends[/B] through articles and news briefings, which will give you a well-rounded perspective. [B]3. Practicing articulating your thoughts[/B] on various topics, as what matters most is how you communicate your understanding. Remember, you’re already doing so much, and that in itself is impressive. Don’t worry about knowing everything. Instead, aim to feel comfortable discussing a few topics well. You’ve got this! 😊 [/QUOTE]

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