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<blockquote data-quote="Amma Usman" data-source="post: 196822" data-attributes="member: 36740"><p>Hey [USER=33615]@cjwx[/USER] ,</p><p></p><p>This is a really good question.</p><p></p><p>While a high retention rate (like 96%) can be indicative of a supportive work environment and a firm’s investment in its trainees, I’ve been advised to prioritise other aspects of training when discussing why a firm appeals to you. </p><p></p><p>For instance, focusing on elements like the size of the trainee intake can be more impactful. For example, say you’re applying to a firm with a small intake of trainees. You can talk about how a smaller intake often means greater responsibility early on, which could allow you to develop quickly. If you can link this to a personal example of thriving in a similar environment, it shows genuine interest and aligns your strengths with what the firm offers.</p><p></p><p>Mentioning retention rates carries the risk of sounding like your interest in the firm is primarily based on the likelihood of qualification. Additionally, retention can depend on factors beyond the environment, such as individual performance and business needs. If you focus solely on the work environment, your answer might come across as a bit generic and miss the nuances of what contributes to that retention rate. </p><p></p><p>I hope this helps!</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Amma Usman, post: 196822, member: 36740"] Hey [USER=33615]@cjwx[/USER] , This is a really good question. While a high retention rate (like 96%) can be indicative of a supportive work environment and a firm’s investment in its trainees, I’ve been advised to prioritise other aspects of training when discussing why a firm appeals to you. For instance, focusing on elements like the size of the trainee intake can be more impactful. For example, say you’re applying to a firm with a small intake of trainees. You can talk about how a smaller intake often means greater responsibility early on, which could allow you to develop quickly. If you can link this to a personal example of thriving in a similar environment, it shows genuine interest and aligns your strengths with what the firm offers. Mentioning retention rates carries the risk of sounding like your interest in the firm is primarily based on the likelihood of qualification. Additionally, retention can depend on factors beyond the environment, such as individual performance and business needs. If you focus solely on the work environment, your answer might come across as a bit generic and miss the nuances of what contributes to that retention rate. I hope this helps! [/QUOTE]
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