With more people working remotely (and having physical distance regulations not every meeting room allows for), video conferencing is here to stay. Hence, many conferences, seminars, lectures and job interviews will continue to happen online, but some will be face-to-face.
Oral presentations online and offline Read More »
Since a few decades the rights of women and in particular of working women have changed dramatically. But does this also translate into a world full of possibilities or are we still stuck in the process of climbing the various ladders under the glass roof?
The question “what do you do?” seems so simple, but scientists often find it hard to answer. How can you explain what you are working on without boring the other and start an engaging conversation?
Pitch your science Read More »
Often, PhD students and postdocs feel insecure about their network. During this talk, we’ll show you that your professional network is much larger than you think (and how to expand it if needed).
Tap that network- Progress in your career Read More »
Sell your transferable skills: You are likely to have many skills that have significant value. What have you done and how to translate this into worthwhile skills?
You have accomplished more than you think Read More »
The question “what do you do?” seems so simple, but scientists often find it hard to answer. How can you explain what you are working on without boring the other and start an engaging conversation?
Captivate an audience – about science communication & storytelling Read More »
LinkedIn is one of the largest professional media platforms in the world. And, arguably, it is the biggest job portal for careers in- and outside of academia.
LinkedIn for scientists Read More »
Many academics have their own personal homepage. Creating a personal website is not only a fun thing to do, but can also help in terms of career progress and visibility.
Build-your-own website for scientists Read More »
By now, LinkedIn, Twitter or Instagram are no longer new. For many scientists, social media platforms have become an integral tool for global networking, sharing research ideas, and job search. But, what is a good way for scientists to make the best use of these platforms?
Social media for scientists – an added value or a waste of time? Read More »
When selecting staff, we want to hire only the best, but we´re hampered by our own biases in this process. How can we de-bias our workplace?
Hiring staff is one of the most crucial processes in scientists´ careers, yet we´re often remarkably ‘un-scientific’ when it comes to conducting them.
Hire only the best: de-bias your workplace Read More »
