Starting your career can be both exciting and overwhelming - how do you handle imposter syndrome, workplace etiquette, and self-advocacy while trying to make a great first impression?
Join us for a transparent, engaging, and interactive session where our speaker shares their journey from securing a role at a top Big 4 firm to working in mission-driven organizations. As a Black, mixed-heritage woman with ADHD, they’ve navigated unique challenges in the workplace—many of which they didn’t anticipate after graduating.
Through real-life experiences, practical advice, and Q&A, this session will equip you with the tools to confidently navigate the transition from university to the workplace.
What You’ll Learn:
- Overcome Imposter Syndrome – Identify it, challenge it, and build confidence in professional spaces.
- Navigate Unexpected Workplace Challenges – Gain insights into real-life obstacles faced in corporate and charity sectors and how to overcome them.
- Master Workplace Etiquette – Learn how to communicate effectively, make a strong first impression, and adapt to professional environments.
- Develop Assertiveness and Self-Advocacy – Learn to confidently express your value, set boundaries, and advocate for career growth.
- Build Strong Professional Relationships – Understand how to form authentic connections and develop a personal brand in the workplace.
- Insider Strategies for Career Success – Learn practical tips to stand out, make an impact early in your career, and confidently navigate the transition from university to work.
Whether you’re actively job searching or have recently started your first graduate role, this session will help you gain clarity, confidence, and career success.
Please note the Graduate Success Series is aimed at final-year students, postgraduates and recent graduates from classes of 2022, 2023 and 2024.
