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TCLA Vacation Scheme Applications Discussion Thread 2021-22 (#1)
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Hi, though this is my first proper cycle, I've found some ways that have helped me to deal with rejection. First, look at the possible reasons that you may have been rejected. To do so, please be very very critical of your application. If there are things that you can point out, have even a little control over and the chance to improve them, then write those down. Next, write the reasons for your rejection that are not in your control. when you write those down, you will be able to rationalise that you are not at fault there. So now you have some space to be kind to yourself whilst simultaneously having the room to improve yourself. This has been helpful for me after my TC'24 rejection from CC but now I am optimistic.
@w.m @tc.la.vs I am so sorry to hear about your rejections- they can be so devastating. I would recommend you to take a break for a few days from anything application-related to fully process your thoughts and feelings. Tell yourself that the only thing you can do is give your best every time and then leave the variables, some in and many out of your control, that dictate the outcome of your application to do their work. Don't lose hope, you will get there- I 100% believe in you 💪
@am98 You're not alone! If you scroll up a few pages in this thread you'll find a bunch of people who posted about their VI 'horrors' and still made it (including me😅). It sounds like overall it went well for you! Try to detach yourself from the outcome- you gave it a good shot and that's the best one can hope to do, right? Wishing the best for you🤞
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- but this is the spring scheme. They're probably doing these first before summer.TAYLOR WESSING'S SERVICE IS DOWN UGHHHHHHHH
UGHHHHHHHHit isn't, it is just very very slow to load. I just managed to submit my application. Don't know why I didn't do it earlier but I always want one last chance to proof read!TAYLOR WESSING'S SERVICE IS DOWN
For those applying for Macfarlanes, they just extended their vacation scheme deadline until 5th January I just saw it on vantage.
Sorry, my bad I just saw it on vantage so just mentioned it just in case someone did not know.
I am not sure about others, but I just listed all the open days I went to. Then proceeded to highlight the key learnings that I gained and how that solidified my interest in/ expanded my knowledge of commercial law. For example, my experience in negotiating a SPA for a fictitious client or gaining exposure to various practice areas and the role of trainees in those areas. Also, given the broad exposure I gained in various types of firms I developed a better understanding of the type of firm I could see myself working in as per my interests etc..Hi, can I ask how people talk about open days in the work experience at a firm they are applying to?
That was just my approach, it may be completely wrong...I would be interested to hear other peoples approaches
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