Alumni career advice

Tap into the collective career wisdom of your alumni community.

Our ‘Bossing It’ blog series brings together career advice from a range of alumni contributors. From practical tips on interviews and CVs, to career insights, each edition features successful alumni sharing their experiences to support the next generation of Cardiff alumni.

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If you’d like to contribute to a future edition of Bossing It or have an idea for a topic, drop us a line and tell us a little about your career experience.

Don’t Fear the Robot: Future Proofing Your Career in the AI Era – Bossing It

18 June 2026

As technology evolves, so do the opportunities to grow and succeed. From building in-demand skills to staying adaptable, we asked some of our brilliant alumni network to share their top tips for future-proofing your career.

Women Empowering Women – Bossing It

10 March 2026

As part of our celebrations for Women’s History Month, we spoke to some of the incredible alumnae mentors from our annual Womentoring programme for this special edition of ‘Bossing It.’

How to level up professionally – Bossing It

9 January 2026

Whether you’re aiming to sharpen your skills, climb the career ladder, or master the art of networking, now’s the time to take charge. We asked some of our incredible alumni to share their best tips on how to level up professionally.

My time at Cardiff – ‘Flossing It’

3 November 2025

In this special edition of Bossing It - 'Flossing It', we spoke to some of our fantastic alumni community who shared their experiences of their time studying on Cardiff University’s postgraduate dental programmes.

Graduated, now what? 5 Tips to go from new grad to rising star – Bossing It

30 September 2025

Graduation is a huge milestone, but figuring out your next steps can feel daunting. Whether you're searching for your first graduate role, seeking networking opportunities, or working out what success looks like to you, you're not alone.

How to avoid burnout – Bossing It

23 July 2025

In today’s professional landscape the pressure to perform can feel relentless, but success shouldn't come at the cost of your wellbeing. Whether you're climbing the corporate ladder or trying to find a good work/life balance, learning how to protect your energy and mental health is key to thriving - not just surviving - at work.