A New Beginning
After graduating from Durham University with a BSc in Behavioural Science, I was filled with excitement—my future felt like a blank canvas, full of possibilities! The beauty of Behavioural Science is its versatility. It touches every aspect of society, making it applicable to virtually any domain. While this variety was thrilling, it also left me feeling slightly overwhelmed; there were so many paths I could take.
I’ve always been driven by my curiosity about human behaviour—why do people make the choices they do? More importantly, how can I influence those decisions? Our cognitive mechanisms shape everything we do, from brewing a simple cup of tea to negotiating high-stake business deals. When I began looking at corporate finance through this lens, I was immediately hooked. I became fascinated by the underlying reasons companies pursue mergers and acquisitions (M&A), and I saw how my academic background could bring a unique perspective to these pivotal decisions.
My Reflections
The transition from university to the workplace is more than just adapting to a new routine; it’s a complete mindset shift. Gone are the days of late-night study sessions, skipped lectures, and those lovely 10 a.m. lie-ins—this is where adult life truly begins.
At first, I felt out of my element. Moving to a new town, settling into a new home, and getting used to a different routine all felt overwhelming. But every time I walked into the Entrepreneurs Hub office, the team’s infectious energy and genuine support quickly calmed my nerves. I soon found myself asking questions freely, diving into the work, and feeling like I truly belonged.
So far, my time at Entrepreneurs Hub has been filled with learning and discovery—getting to know the company inside out, building connections with my new colleagues, and getting comfortable with the world of corporate finance. One of my biggest challenges has been adjusting to the specialised language and tools of the industry. Corporate finance is a space dominated by numbers, trends, and financial jargon. But to my surprise, I found that the same skills I used during my degree—analysing data, observing trends, and understanding human behaviour— were incredibly useful.
For example, researching potential buyers for M&A deals felt like a natural extension of the methodologies I used in my academic work. Whilst the stakes are undoubtedly higher in the corporate world, the core skills I rely on remain strikingly similar. But the decisions I’m involved in here, carry a lot more weight than anything I tackled in my university dissertation!
Looking Ahead
I’m excited to see what the future holds and feel fortunate to have joined a company that not only values technical expertise, but places people at the heart of its business. Entrepreneurs Hub is a place where growth and innovation are encouraged, and I’m eager to continue contributing to that culture. As I deepen my understanding of the M&A space, I look forward to leveraging my insights to help Entrepreneurs Hub succeed. I can’t wait to see how I can continue bridging the gap between human behaviour and corporate finance, making decisions that leave a lasting impact.
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