Early Career Researchers Workshop


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Monday, 7 April
6:00PM-6:30PM: ECR Wine and Cheese Reception
6:30PM-8:00PM: ECR Workshop - Managing your career


ABOUT THE WORKSHOP

Managing Your Career Workshop

In today's dynamic professional landscape, your career might take you to many different places. It's essential to set aside time to reflect on your longer-term goals and aspirations. This interactive workshop is designed to help you navigate your career journey with intention and clarity.

Workshop Overview:

During this session, you will have the opportunity to look back on your career journey, explore your core values and ambitions, and identify actionable steps to achieve your career goals. Through a series of reflective exercises and discussions, you will gain insights into your professional path and develop a strategic plan for your future.

Key Topics Covered:

  1. Career Planning vs. Planned Happenstance:
    Understand the distinction between structured career planning and the concept of planned happenstance, which embraces unexpected opportunities and experiences.
  2. Analysing Your Career Journey:
    Reflect on your past experiences, achievements, and challenges to gain a deeper understanding of your career trajectory.
  3. Exploring Career Values and Ambitions:
    Identify and prioritise your core values and ambitions to ensure they align with your career goals.
  4. Future Goal Setting and Planning:
    Develop a clear and actionable plan to achieve your future career objectives, incorporating both short-term and long-term goals.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this workshop, you will be able to:

  • Differentiate between career planning and planned happenstance.
  • Analyse your own career journey to identify key insights and lessons learned.
  • Explore and articulate your career values and ambitions.
  • Reflect on your career goals and create a strategic plan for achieving them.

Join us for this transformative workshop and take the first step towards managing your career with confidence and purpose.



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