Educational Testimonials
A common theme we hear from our academic clients is a powerful shift in mindset: greater confidence, stronger engagement, and a clearer sense of what can be achieved.​
See some of the people we're working with share their own experiences, reflecting the real and lasting impact of EmpoOower's programmes.
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I've found the EmpoOower training so constructive and mind opening
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​"I've found the EmpoOower training so constructive and mind opening. Each week I've been guided to consider different aspects of being a good professional and supported to identify my own strengths and weaknesses as well as coached in how to improve.
As a student heading towards the end of my degree, it has opened my eyes to the skills of the working world that are not taught at university. I feel less daunted looking towards starting a career having had a chance to develop my professional skills in advance.
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I have been given advice on improving habits like procrastination, and encouraged to reconsider my attitude towards assertiveness and decision making.
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I'm already seeing improvements in my confidence, both in the academic world and my personal life! In the sessions with EmpoOower I feel supported and listened to, they create the perfect environment for introspection and learning.
The sessions are structured in a way that allows me to really take notice of my own behaviours before receiving advice on how to improve, including real life examples and often the psychology behind how these techniques work, which really helps to reinforce and contextualise the lessons.
Each session feels personalised as the subjects are tailored to areas of weakness identified, and the team remembers and refers to things discussed in previous sessions which helps create the secure environment and sense of progress.
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Suffice to say the course is helping me feel Empowered!!"
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Niamh C
BA French & Italian Student
Cardiff University
​​​Provided invaluable perspective on my unique situation
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"I have used EmpoOower for about two months now in aid of my career progression. I have found that soft skills, while seemingly obvious to acknowledge, need nurturing and development in order to make an active difference in my life.
Working with EmpoOower, I have been able to expose my limitations and any creative blocks that have inhibited my progress both in the past and present.
She has provided invaluable perspective on my unique situation, which I have found difficult to pinpoint without her point of view.
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Through my time being mentored, I have gained confidence both in communication and in taking more outside-the-box approaches within my professional life.
EmpoOower has measurably helped my motivation and perseverance, getting me that invaluable step closer to where I would like to be both professionally and as a person."
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Ariana M.
BA English Literature Graduate
Cardiff University
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Developing emotional intelligence has allowed me to seamlessly navigate challenges
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"After partnering with EmpoOower, I have noticed significant personal and professional growth, aiding me in all aspects of my life.
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Sessions were engaging, practical and inherently applicable.
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Additionally, with sessions being individually tailored, I found the team took extra care to understand specific circumstances to ensure I got the most out of each training.
An emphasis on developing emotional intelligence has allowed me to seamlessly navigate challenges that, before EmpoOower, would have been time consuming and emotionally taxing.
Streamlining communication techniques has improved my overall productivity, allowing me to manage my workload more effectively.
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I cannot recommend EmpoOwer enough, their impact cannot be overstated and the lasting behavioural changes will continue to benefit me into my postgraduate job search."
Alice C.
BSc Biological Sciences Student
Cardiff University
The training has been instrumental in shaping my working and business awareness
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"As a fourth-year MPhys Astrophysics student at Cardiff University, I’ve spent years developing analytical and technical expertise. What I hadn’t fully developed before working with EmpoOower was the professional mindset and behavioural skill set needed to translate that knowledge into real-world impact.
The training has been instrumental in shaping my working and business awareness. It has strengthened my ability to present myself with clarity and confidence in presentations and meetings, something that is essential not only in academia but in any professional environment.
I’ve developed more assertive communication habits, improved my presence in group settings, and gained practical tools to manage nerves and articulate ideas effectively.
What sets the sessions apart is their applicability. The concepts are not abstract or theoretical; they are immediately usable. Whether leading a discussion, contributing to a team project, or preparing for future career opportunities, I feel better equipped to engage with confidence and purpose.
EmpoOower has played a significant role in preparing me for my next steps beyond university. I look forward to continuing the sessions and building further on these foundations as I move toward my future goals."
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Tom B.
MPhys Astrophysics
Cardiff University
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