How Long to Prep for Interviews

I had surgery about a month ago and am trying to get into studying for IB interviewing this summer and fall (if I flop this summer) for a summer 2025 associate position. How long did you take to prep before interviewing? I feel like my health set me back quite a bit, hence why I needed surgery, and it makes me anxious about if I'll be ready for any early interview opportunities.

 

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