The workshops can be held in German or English. Tailor-made workshops can be designed to meet the individual needs of specific target groups.
The stipulation of learning objectives, the focus of the content and the design of the format is carried out in close consultation with our clients. This is how we ensure that our workshops are target group-specific and relevant.
Most of our workshops are tailor-made. A detailed description and/or schedule is available on request. Working languages are German or English. Here is an excerpt from our portfolio:
The participants gain an initial insight into the management and operational processes of companies. Using a model, they learn which steps are necessary from the development of an idea to the sale of a product. By directly "stepping into" their organizational role, the participants realize what requirements they might be confronted with in a specific job.
PhD students who are considering a transition to small or large companies and who would like to find out in which area/department their future job might lie.
Trainer input, role play with defined roles, own research, evaluation of the role play, reflection in pairs and in plenary
1.5 days
12 participants
In this workshop, the participants will learn how to access the hidden labor market. We will talk about creative approaches to identifying employment opportunities. Sometimes it is much more promising to be well informed and develop individual strategies than to compete with many others for the same advertised position.
Postdocs and doctoral students at the end of their doctoral studies
Max. 12 participants
1 day
Part 2 includes the preparation of application documents and a review of the documents by the trainer.
Part 3 is dedicated to the oral presentation. Requirements in the job interview are worked on - in theory and practice. If desired, the day can be concluded with practical exercises for the assessment center.
Max. 12 participants
Motivational talks, presentations, working in large and small groups, individual work, training sequences with video recordings, individual review of the resume / cover letter
2 days
Looking back on previous successes enables participants to identify personal strengths and competencies. An overview of various career options outside academic research reveals options in previously ignored professional fields. Individual values, motivations, and preferences will also be taken into account to identify suitable career paths after PhD and provide clarity. Finally, the participants reflect on the next steps they should take and where they can find support.
Max. 12 participants
2 days
To start with, the participants are given an insight into the possibilities of self-employment and the respective requirements including formal aspects such as legal form, social insurance and taxes.
Looking at successful examples of entrepreneurship, the principles of the business model, the basis of self-employment, are explained. The participants will learn to apply the "Business Model Canvas" as a method to experiment with their own self-employment. Ideas for this are generated together and run through in small teams under supervision. Finally, further steps to implement the ideas will be elaborated.
Postdocs and doctoral students in natural sciences in the last year before completing their doctorate
Max. 12 participants
Motivational talks, presentations, work in small groups, business model canvas, creativity techniques, evaluation methods, feedback
1 - 2 days
In this workshop, the participants will reflect on their role and the associated expectations between MSc students on the one hand and the group leader on the other. What can be delegated, who is responsible for the outcome? And how do different communication strategies influence the collaboration?
The participants will have the opportunity to try out different scenarios.
PhD students
Max. 12 participants
Motivational talks, presentations, group work, work in pairs, individual work, drama-based exercises
1 day
The first part is about guiding your own research group, the second part deals with positioning the research group. The workshop covers questions such as: How to handle difficult conversations with colleagues, staff members and superiors? What can I do to earn respect as a leader? How do I form a motivated group which allows everyone to work with utmost independence and innovation? Why do people react in such unforeseen ways?
The second part deals with the positioning of the research group and a leadership style that matches one's own personality. Topics include personnel selection, power and resource struggles, negotiations with third-party funding agencies. How do I conduct difficult conversations with colleagues, employees and superiors?
Part 2 "Positioning my research group"
Postdocs, research group leaders
Exercises from drama-based training, role-play, personality structures according to the Structogram® system, motivational talks, individual and group exercise, feedback
2 x 2 days
In this workshop, the participants will deal with basic questions and important tools for personnel management. They will recognize which attitudes and behaviors influence the cooperation with others. They will be able to identify their own communication style and test themselves in exemplary situations.
PhD students and postdocs with little or no previous knowledge in the field of leadership
Max. 12 participants
Stimulating presentations with theoretical introductions, dramatized work, small group exercises
2 days
Participants are familiarized with the most important leadership techniques and principles. They will recognize how attitudes and behavior patterns influence cooperation with others and will be able to analyze various exemplary situations. Finally, they have the opportunity to test themselves in leadership situations.
(Post-)doctoral students
Max. 12 participants
2 days
This workshop is aimed at PhD students and postdocs who have little experience in presenting and would like to gain confidence in giving presentations in the research group and at conferences.
The most important elements that are crucial for the success of a presentation besides the scientific content will be covered in this workshop - from conceptualization over visualization to delivery.
Motivational talk, exercises in pairs or small groups, work on own material, video training, feedback
1 - 2 days
In this workshop, the participants learn how to proceed from an idea to an application for external funding. Regardless of whether they are applying for funding from the DFG, BMBF, EU or a foundation: The principles of a good proposal are always the same, the rest is "funding technique" and form of presentation.
Doctoral students at the end of their doctorate, postdocs
Max. 12 participants
We look at various calls for proposals and plan our own application. In doing so, the participants can directly apply their particular project. Alternatively, they work on a case study.
2 days
In the workshop, we will analyze key elements of the writing process, structure, and style of scientific texts. Participants will have the opportunity to try out their newly acquired skills directly, improve their own material in group and partner exercises, and receive valuable feedback from their colleagues. We will also address some linguistic issues.
This workshop is aimed at doctoral students who are starting to write their dissertations, as well as young postdocs who want to polish their scientific publications.
Max. 12 participants
2 days, if desired with one-on-one consulting sessions
The be-all and end-all for effective meeting facilitation is planning. In this workshop, you will learn and practice how to organise meetings efficiently, keep track of time and facilitate meetings politely but firmly.
The participants in this workshop will become aware of the importance of negotiation as a basis for change. They will get to know their own negotiation style and learn to gain confidence in doing so. How to prepare for and conduct negotiations will be discussed and practiced.
To ensure a strong practical relevance to the working situation, the specific questions and examples of the participants will be included in the training whenever possible. Focal points are:
PhD students, postdocs, members of the entire research group
Max. 12 participants
Motivational talks, presentations, plenary and small group work, individual exercises, Metalog tools
2 days
(Young) Scientists, Science Managers
2 days
In this seminar you will learn with the help of methods from drama-based training how to vary between closeness and distance so that the encounter with others remains comfortable for yourself. We train how you can guide your own energy and release the tension in your body. In this way you will gain "inner security" and have new capacity for the factual level of the conversation.
The participants can bring their own examples from their working life. In a trusting atmosphere, they will have the opportunity to discuss their own issues and experience mutual support.
The actual design of the support measure depends on the needs of the participants.
This multi-dimensional task requires a lot. Setting priorities, having discipline, and being able to say "no" are just a few of them.
Postdocs of all disciplines who want to lead complex projects and/or prepare for a career in science management.
The participants reflect on their own perception. Structural conditions are examined and male and female communication patterns are compared. They learn how to gain and project more inner strength in difficult situations with the help of their body and voice.
In addition, participants are provided with a range of tactics to respond appropriately to provocations and unfair behavior. They have the opportunity to practice self-confident behavior in negotiation situations, e.g. salary and promotion negotiations. Through feedback from the group, the trainer and a male counterpart, the participants can compare and adjust self-perception with external perception. In this way, they learn to use their strengths in a purposeful way and to assert themselves.
Female scientists
Die Maßnahme wendet sich an Fachkräfte, die in der Studien- und Berufsberatung für Studierende, Promovierende und Post-Doktorand*innen tätig sind oder sich auf einen solchen Karriereschritt vorbereiten wollen. Angesprochen sind sowohl Mitarbeiter und Mitarbeiterinnen, die zentral in Personal- oder Verwaltungsabteilungen tätig sind, als auch Fachkräfte, die dezentralen Einheiten wie Fachbereichen, Graduiertenschulen (-kollegs) oder anderen Organisationen zugeordnet sind.
In this workshop we will examine the reasons for the seemingly non-visibility of female scientists independent of their excellence. Structural reasons as well as different communication patterns of men and women will be discussed as well as unconscious bias. In simulation exercises the participants have the opportunity to change perspective and to adjust their perception and communication patterns with the help of feedback by the group and the trainer.
The insights will sensitize scientists and help them to find and attract suitable female candidates and to establish fruitful collaborations.
Male and female scientists
