The Global Academic Studio Disclaimer
Please read this Disclaimer carefully and in its entirety before using The Global Academic Studio (https://theglobalacademicstudio.com/) (the “Site”). The Site and its Content are owned by Tamas Robert Cserni, operating as The Global Academic Studio.
PURPOSE: This Disclaimer explains who I am, what I do, and what I do not do before you use, view, or browse the Site, or purchase or download any course, program, service, or product offered by me. In short, the purpose of the Site is to provide information and education on academic coaching, career development, and training for international graduate students and early career academics navigating the hidden curriculum of academia.
IMPORTANT NOTE: By using the Site in any capacity, you voluntarily agree to this Disclaimer. By continuing to use this Site, you acknowledge that you have been given a reasonable opportunity to read this Disclaimer and understand how it applies to your use of the Site and any services offered. This Disclaimer is intended to be transparent and fair in accordance with applicable UK consumer law. If you have any questions, please contact me at robby@theglobalacademicstudio.com.
You must be at least 18 years old and able to consent to this Disclaimer. If you are under the age of 18, or you do not agree with this Disclaimer as stated herein, please STOP now and do not use this Site or its content. Some free resources are aimed at prospective students who may be under 18; these are intended to be accessed by a parent or guardian on the young person’s behalf, and any account, purchase, or Membership requires you to be at least 18.
1. Definitions
● “Company,” “I,” “My,” or “Me” means Tamas Robert Cserni, operating as The Global Academic Studio.
● “Content” means any and all written, visual, video, or audio information contained on the Site, including emails received from or on behalf of The Global Academic Studio, and any written or downloadable material purchased, viewed, or otherwise offered on the Site, such as blog posts, graphics, designs, documents, information, templates, and materials.
● “Purchase,” “Purchased,” “Purchasing,” “Downloading,” or “Download” means any Content, or Courses, Services, and/or Products, you paid for or copied to your device or storage from this Site.
● “Personal Information” means information that can be used on its own or with other information to identify, contact, or locate a single person, such as your name, address, email address, or telephone number.
● “Membership” means The Global Academic Studio Membership, a recurring monthly subscription that includes live sessions, a content library, and a members’ Community Platform.
● “Community Platform” means the private online environment I operate for Membership participants, currently hosted through Kajabi or Katalyst.
● “Site, Courses, Services, and/or Products” means https://theglobalacademicstudio.com/ and its associated pages and Content, email list, social media posts, blog posts, coaching services (including one to one coaching, group coaching, and academic writing coaching), the Membership, webinars, templates, contracts, forms, guides, eBooks, worksheets, workbooks, website materials, and recordings available on or through the Site.
● “Site” means https://theglobalacademicstudio.com/ and all of its pages, tabs, or sub pages and Content.
● “You” or “Your” means the user, customer, or viewer of the Site.
2. Disclaimer
The Site, Courses, Services, and/or Products are intended for informational and educational purposes only and are not intended as professional advice by me. By accessing and using them, you agree that they are not professional advice and shall not be relied upon by you as such.
Academic coaching is not therapy, counselling, or regulated career advice. Coaching focuses on reflective learning, skill development, and personal or professional growth, and should not be relied upon as a substitute for licensed professional support where such support is required.
By using the Site, you understand that I am an academic coaching business providing one to one coaching, group coaching, academic writing coaching, a monthly Membership, and related academic and career support services for international graduate students and early career academics. The services provided by The Global Academic Studio are educational and developmental in nature. They are not and shall not be considered a substitute for any of the following professional services: therapy, counselling, psychotherapy, or any form of mental health treatment; medical or healthcare advice; legal advice; financial, accounting, or tax advice; immigration advice; or career placement, recruitment, or employment services. I am not a licensed or accredited practitioner in any of these fields. If you require advice or support in any of these areas, it is your responsibility to consult a qualified professional.
While my Content and coaching sessions may touch on topics related to the professional fields listed above, any views, observations, or suggestions I offer are based on my experience as an academic coach and educator, not as a qualified professional in those fields. You should not rely on anything discussed in coaching or published on the Site as a substitute for professional advice, and any decisions you make based on my Content or our conversations are made at your own judgment and discretion.
Emotional Wellbeing and Safeguarding
Coaching can sometimes surface difficult emotions, personal challenges, or unresolved concerns. This is a normal part of reflective and developmental work. However, I do not provide crisis support, mental health treatment, or clinical intervention. If you experience emotional distress during or as a result of coaching, you are encouraged to seek support from a qualified mental health professional.
Where I reasonably believe that your needs go beyond the scope of coaching (for example, where clinical mental health support, safeguarding intervention, or crisis management may be required), I reserve the right to pause coaching, recommend appropriate professional support, or decline to continue the engagement. Any such decision will be made with care, communicated respectfully, and handled in accordance with the Terms and Conditions.
Coaching may involve exploring challenging topics, and you are responsible for managing your own emotional wellbeing and for seeking professional support where needed. To the fullest extent permitted by law, and subject to Section 7, I am not liable for emotional distress or personal difficulty that arises naturally from the reflective nature of coaching. Nothing in this section excludes or limits my liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence, or for any other liability that cannot be excluded under applicable law.
Where I have a genuine and reasonable concern about your safety or the safety of others, I reserve the right to report such concerns to the appropriate authorities or professionals in good faith. To the fullest extent permitted by law, I shall not be liable for any consequences arising from a safeguarding report made in good faith, even if the concern is not subsequently substantiated.
Confidentiality in Group Settings
Some of my Services are delivered in group settings. These include group coaching, such as The Academic Circle, which takes place in live video sessions with a small number of participants and does not include a community platform, and the Membership, which includes live webinars and question and answer sessions and a members’ Community Platform, currently hosted through Kajabi or Katalyst, where participants may interact between sessions.
While I encourage confidentiality among all participants across these settings, I cannot guarantee that other participants will maintain the privacy of shared discussions. By taking part in any group setting or the Community Platform, you agree not to share any personal, business, or proprietary information disclosed by others outside that setting. You acknowledge the inherent risk that other participants may not honor this expectation, and you agree that The Global Academic Studio and Tamas Robert Cserni are not liable for any unauthorized sharing of information by other participants.
The Global Academic Studio is not responsible for the accuracy, completeness, or suitability of any information, opinions, or advice shared by other participants during group sessions or on the Community Platform. You are responsible for independently verifying any information received from other participants before acting on it.
This limitation relates only to information voluntarily shared by participants. The Global Academic Studio remains responsible for handling personal data in accordance with applicable UK data protection laws and the Privacy Policy.
3. Affiliate Links/Products
From time to time, I link to products or services I recommend using affiliate links. This means I may receive a small percentage or fee for referring you to a product you may purchase from one of those sites. These small fees help sustain my small business. I truly appreciate your support.
4. Coaching Is General Guidance, Not Individual Advice
The coaching provided in coaching sessions (whether one to one or group) is general guidance and not personalized advice tailored to any individual’s academic, professional, or personal circumstances. Participation in coaching services creates a coaching service relationship only.
Coaching provided through The Global Academic Studio is educational and developmental in nature and does not constitute legal, medical, psychological, financial, or other regulated professional services. The full list of professional services that coaching is not a substitute for is set out in Section 2 of this Disclaimer. Clients seeking tailored advice in any of those areas should consult a qualified professional in the relevant field.
5. No Warranties, Guarantees, or Representations
Although I do my best to maintain the Site and its Content, I do not warrant, guarantee, or represent that my Content or Site, Courses, Services, and/or Products are accurate, complete, reliable, or free of errors, or that they pertain to your particular circumstances. Although I do my best to update the Site, I cannot guarantee, due to how rapidly things change, that all of my Content is up to date or completely accurate.
This section provides a summary of the warranties and representations position. The full and binding terms governing warranties, guarantees, and representations are set out in the Terms and Conditions. Where any provision in this Disclaimer overlaps with or differs from the Terms and Conditions, the Terms and Conditions shall prevail.
6. Limitation of Liability
Nothing in this Disclaimer excludes or limits liability where it would be unlawful to do so under applicable UK law, including liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence, fraud, or fraudulent misrepresentation.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, The Global Academic Studio shall not be liable for any indirect, special, or consequential loss or damage arising from your use of the Site, Courses, Services, or Products.
All services are provided with reasonable care and skill in accordance with the Consumer Rights Act 2015. You remain responsible for how you apply information or guidance obtained through the Site or coaching services to your individual circumstances, and for evaluating whether the information and services provided are appropriate for your personal circumstances.
Without limiting the above, The Global Academic Studio shall not be liable for any loss of earnings, loss of career opportunities, academic outcomes, loss of data, or any decision made or action taken by you in reliance on information or guidance obtained through the Site, Courses, Services, or Products, nor for any loss or damage arising from technical failures, service interruptions, or disruptions to online sessions caused by circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including internet connectivity issues, platform outages, or software failures.
My total liability to you is limited as set out in the Terms and Conditions, which contain the binding limitation of liability for all Courses, Services, and Products. This Disclaimer does not set a separate limit.
7. Testimonials/Examples
The testimonials or examples on the Site are simply that: examples. While they are all accurate and authentic, I am not making any claims that you will experience the same or better results from using or purchasing the Site, Courses, Services, and/or Products.
8. No Endorsements
Any links to, mentions of, or features of various companies, products, or services are not in any way an endorsement of said company, product, or service by me. It does not mean that I guarantee your success, satisfaction, or safety with respect to said company, product, or service. You should only use or do business with one of those companies, products, or services after you have independently investigated it, assessed the applicable risk, and determined you would like to use or try it.
The Global Academic Studio accepts no liability for any loss or damage arising from your use of, or reliance on, any third party product, service, or website linked from or mentioned on the Site.
9. Outcomes Disclaimer
I make every effort to accurately represent my programs and services. Any outcomes described or referenced on the Site are examples only of what may be possible. They are not guarantees of future results or a promise that you will experience the same or similar outcomes. Academic progress, career development, and research outcomes depend on many individual factors including your own effort, circumstances, and institutional context. I am not liable for the academic, professional, or personal outcomes resulting from use of my products, programs, and/or services.
Refund and cancellation rights, including your rights under distance selling regulations, are set out in the Terms and Conditions. Nothing in this Disclaimer prevents The Global Academic Studio from exercising discretion to offer accommodations beyond what is required by the Terms and Conditions.
10. Privacy Policy, Terms and Conditions, and Related Documents
This Disclaimer should be read alongside the Terms and Conditions, the Privacy Policy, and the Cookies Policy, which together govern your use of the Site and any services provided by The Global Academic Studio. If you are a coaching client, your engagement is also governed by the Letter of Agreement provided to you before your first session.
These documents are available on the Site. If, for any reason, you are unable to access any of them, you may request copies by emailing robby@theglobalacademicstudio.com.
This Disclaimer, together with the Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, Cookies Policy, and (where applicable) the Letter of Agreement, constitutes the entire agreement between you and The Global Academic Studio regarding your use of the Site and any services provided. If any third party proposes alternative or additional terms, those terms shall have no effect unless expressly accepted by The Global Academic Studio in writing.
In the event of any conflict between this Disclaimer and the Terms and Conditions, the Terms and Conditions shall prevail.
11. Group Programs and Community Platform: Participation, Conduct, and Guidelines
Some of my Services are delivered to more than one participant. Group coaching, such as The Academic Circle, is delivered in live video sessions with a small number of participants and does not include a community platform or support between sessions. The Membership includes live webinars and question and answer sessions, a content library, and a members’ Community Platform, currently hosted through Kajabi or Katalyst. This section sets out the expectations that apply across these settings.
Conduct in Live Sessions
To maintain a positive and constructive learning environment, all participants in live group coaching sessions and live Membership sessions agree to:
● Communicate respectfully with other participants and with me.
● Refrain from disruptive behavior, harassment, or inappropriate conduct during sessions.
● Allow equal participation and avoid dominating conversations in ways that limit the experience for others.
● Not record, screenshot, or otherwise capture any part of a live session without my prior written consent and the consent of the other participants present, except for any recording I make and provide.
Conduct on the Community Platform
Where the Membership includes access to the Community Platform, currently hosted through Kajabi or Katalyst, all participants agree to:
● Use the platform for its intended purpose of professional development, peer support, and program related discussion.
● Refrain from spam, unsolicited promotion, or solicitation of other participants.
● Not share confidential materials, session recordings, or proprietary content from the program on or through the platform.
● Treat all interactions on the platform with the same respect and professionalism expected in live sessions.
Intellectual Property in Group Settings
All materials I share during group coaching, the Membership, live sessions, and on the Community Platform (including frameworks, templates, resources, and presentation materials) remain the intellectual property of The Global Academic Studio. Participants may not reproduce, redistribute, or share these materials outside the program without my prior written consent.
Right to Remove Participants
I reserve the right to remove a participant from any group Service or the Community Platform where their behavior reasonably disrupts the learning environment, breaches these guidelines, or violates the Terms and Conditions. Any decision will be made fairly and proportionately. Refund eligibility, if applicable, will be assessed in accordance with the Terms and Conditions.
12. Recording of Sessions
I may record live sessions, including webinars, question and answer sessions, and group meetings, and add those recordings to the content library so that participants can access them during their Membership or program. Recordings are made available only to current participants through access controlled platforms.
By attending a live session, you consent to being recorded. If you prefer not to appear, you may keep your camera and microphone switched off and take part through the chat or other written channels. Because live sessions may be recorded and shared with other participants, please avoid disclosing sensitive personal information about yourself or others during a recorded session.
All recordings are the intellectual property of The Global Academic Studio and may not be copied, shared, or redistributed without my prior written consent. Recordings, and any personal data they contain, are handled in accordance with the Privacy Policy. The full terms on recording are set out in the Terms and Conditions.
13. Artificial Intelligence Tools
I may use artificial intelligence tools, currently including tools such as Claude and ChatGPT, to help create Content and to support the delivery of my Services. Some sessions and resources also teach you how to use such tools in your own academic and professional work.
AI generated or AI assisted output can be inaccurate, incomplete, or out of date, and it is not professional advice. You are responsible for reviewing and verifying any such output before relying on it. Where I use AI tools that process personal information, I use settings that, so far as reasonably available to me, do not use inputs to train the tools, and I handle personal information in accordance with the Privacy Policy. You are responsible for your own use of artificial intelligence tools, including compliance with your institution’s rules on the use of artificial intelligence. The full terms on artificial intelligence are set out in the Terms and Conditions.
14. Governing Law
This Disclaimer shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. Nothing in this clause limits your rights under mandatory consumer protection laws of your country of residence.
15. Contact The Global Academic Studio
If you have any questions about this Disclaimer or its terms, or about the Privacy Policy or Terms and Conditions, please email robby@theglobalacademicstudio.com.
Tamas Robert Cserni, Founder and Academic Strategy Coach, trading as The Global Academic Studio.
Updated on September 3, 2026. Version 06.