RTG Workshop on Time & Self-Management for Young Researchers

Title: Time & Self-Management for Young Researchers
Date: 5-6 December, 2024
Location: Hamburg

Course description:

A (post)doctorate is a marathon. Many setbacks must be overcome, enthusiasm and disillusionment are close together. In addition, it is often a balancing act to reconcile scientific work with other areas of work and life - such as teaching, project work or a family. In order to meet the different demands and to stick to your research project, both self-management and self-care are essential.

The workshop is about developing a life-balance model that meets your own needs - both professionally and privately. Against the background of your individual work and life situation, you will critically scrutinize your resources & priorities. You will learn techniques to work more effectively and to keep an eye on the big picture despite the daily business.

Contents

• Life balance in science
• Analysis of personal resources, strengths and values
• Setting priorities
• Time & self-management techniques
• Acting in different roles: tasks, clarity, setting boundaries
• Stress:
  • Origin & mechanisms of stress
  • Mental & physical stress management techniques