Starting a new job or stepping into a new role can bring excitement, but it can also come with self-doubt and feelings of being an ‘imposter.’ Imposter syndrome is a common experience where you feel like you’re not as capable or qualified as others believe you to be. For students and graduates from the Faculty of Humanities, Arts and Social […]
*This Blog post was created for the TBL Services website and has been included here with permission* In early 2025, TBL welcomed Matthew Eddleston to the team to complete a marketing assistant internship. In this post, he discusses what made him apply for the opportunity, gives his take on the experiences he had whilst with TBL, and offers his advice […]
Unconscious bias refers to the automatic, often unintentional attitudes or stereotypes that influence how we perceive and interact with others. Everyone has them, but left unchecked, these biases can affect workplace decisions and behaviours, sometimes leading to unfair treatment or missed opportunities. Understanding unconscious bias is crucial for fostering inclusive, respectful work environments and for developing as thoughtful, effective professionals. […]
“Being in the same room as high-profile international stakeholders was inspirational.” I undertook an internship as a Project Assistant for The International Network Against Accusations of Witchcraft and Associated Harmful Practices (TINAAWAHP) Conference. Working with Lancaster University researchers on this project, I learnt a lot about the ongoing fight for human rights globally and the legal challenges faced in […]
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