We started Let’s Talk Commercial Awareness in June 2020, when we realised that, to stand out as applicants in the super-competitive legal sector, we needed to be commercially aware. The initiative ran for ten months, concluding in March 2021. The internet is overflowing with resources for aspiring lawyers looking to get clued up on business news. But, stuck in our homes during the COVID-19 lockdown, what we really wanted was to talk about it all with some like-minded people. We set out to create a safe, interactive space for legal hopefuls to speak with each other about commercial goings-on. Once a week or once a fortnight, our 'Talkers' met virtually in groups of five to discuss a chosen theme. Every Talker selected an article and then we went beyond each story and considered its wider implications in the call itself. A Group Leader guided the conversation, but we kept it casual and encouraged comments throughout. We did all of this to prepare for interviews at law firms and, ultimately, for our future careers. We helped Talkers to: - Clearly articulate their opinions on business happenings, both verbally and in writing - Think analytically about how current affairs might affect legal practice - Improve their active listening skills and become collaborative team players - Develop their network and build lasting relationships with their fellow Talkers