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My Womentoring experience – Nisha Harichandran (LLB 2002)

My Womentoring experience – Nisha Harichandran (LLB 2002)

30 June 2026

Nisha is an ICF ACC-accredited Joy Coach who brings a multi-dimensional perspective on personal development and corporate culture. She took part in our 2026 Womentoring scheme which saw 24 mentors matched with early-career mentees. She shares her experiences of being a mentor and the valuable insight she gained from taking part in the programme.

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

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.

Celebrating Volunteers’ Week 2026

Celebrating Volunteers’ Week 2026

26 May 2026

Volunteers’ Week is an annual celebration taking place between Monday 1 June – Sunday 7 June 2026, recognising the contribution millions of people make across the UK through volunteering in their communities.

Five Years of the 30(ish) Awards

Five Years of the 30(ish) Awards

26 May 2026

As we mark our fifth year of the 30(ish) Awards, we caught up with some of our past winners to see where their journeys have taken them.

Women Empowering Women – Bossing It

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

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.

Career mentoring in action: From conversations to a career kickstart

Career mentoring in action: From conversations to a career kickstart

21 November 2025

Alumna Emma Barlow (BA 2009) was matched with Erin Shiels (English Literature 2023-) as part of this year’s student mentoring programme. Emma and Erin quickly connected and what began as a series of online mentoring sessions, soon led to an internship, giving Erin the chance to gain hands-on experience.

My time at Cardiff – ‘Flossing It’

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

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

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.