Getting Ahead of Application Season

<p>In a field where law firms are inundated with applications, it's not just important, but essential, to stand out from the crowd. We're shifting gears for this episode: Katie takes a retrospective journey through past episodes, assembling all the invaluable advice from our brilliant guests.&nbsp;This episode covers everything you need to know, from the art of drafting a standout written application, conquering the Watson Glaser test, to shining in the final Assessment Centre and interview. It's a must-listen for anyone on the challenging journey to secure a Training Contract.</p><br><p><a href="https://bit.ly/3C9Mpyx" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Transcript</strong></a></p><br><p><strong>Timestamps:</strong></p><br><p>01.19: What is the role of a commercial solicitor?</p><p>03.15: How time-consuming is application season?</p><p>04.32: How do I get my application to a brilliant standard?</p><p>06.38: Can I talk about non-legal experience?</p><p>08.30: How do I show my interest in law?</p><p>09.20: Is it worth doing a <a href="https://www.theforage.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Forage Scheme</a>?</p><p>10.30: How do I get better at the Watson Glaser test?</p><p>10.53: What is commercial awareness? How do I develop it?</p><p>12.01: What do I do if I’m unsuccessful in an application?</p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>To learn more about this episode:</strong></p><br><p>Find out more about the&nbsp;<a href="https://shop.citycareerseries.com/product/commercial-law-handbook" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Commercial Law Handbook</a>&nbsp;by the CityCareerSeries</p><p>Check out&nbsp;<a href="https://www.thecorporatelawacademy.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Corporate Law Academy (TCLA)</a></p><p>Check out&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ziplaw.uk/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">ZipLaw</a></p><p>Listen to ‘<a href="https://shows.acast.com/lawtalks/episodes/64371903274eea00118aa559" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Law Talks x Eve</a>’ with Ev