Recruiters probably think this phrase is self-explanatory. But, I can remember a time when I didn’t know what it meant, and I had no idea of its significance. So let’s just run through it because it is really really really important you get it. What does it mean? Imagine two firms, Firm A and Firm … Continue reading What is a ‘rolling basis’ and why do I care?
Gather round, it's story time. I hope you're all sitting comfortably. The Monaco Fiasco. Two years ago I attended an Aspiring Solicitors' Springboard event. (They are amazing, by the way). Now, my group had to give a presentation- I can't tell you what it was on or it'll spoil the surprise if you go to … Continue reading Top two most embarrassing things I’ve done (and what I learned from them)
'Rosie, to be honest with you, you're just going to have to re-do that.' That was the feedback I got from a graduate recruiter on the first draft of my first ever application. She didn't beat around the bush, but she wasn't wrong. Today I looked over that application. And boy, was it harrowing. But I … Continue reading 10 things you need to know (that nobody tells you) about writing applications
I have good news, and I have bad news. The bad news is, some of my tips might seem nightmarish. The good news is that these skills are like muscles; the more you flex them, the stronger they get. Soon you'll be a networking bodybuilder and you will be effortlessly excellent at open days. So … Continue reading How do I ace an open day?
As Shrek said, I am like an onion. I have many different layers. This is how I think about my motivation. At the very centre of me, there is a tiny bit of onion. It was there long before the rest of the layers were added. This is my first bit of motivation towards my … Continue reading ‘Why law? Why this firm?’
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