Archive 2020

Imposter experience describes high-achieving individuals who, despite their objectivesuccesses, fail to internalize their accomplishments and have persistent self-doubt andfear of being exposed as a fraud or imposter.The seminar includes:- prevalence of imposter syndrome in academic population- an overview of experiences, highlighting those seen in academic settings- the causes and possibilities to manage the imposter syndrome. [more]

The seminar will introduce you to tried and true strategies and techniques that will improveyour ability to set expectations, establish and renegotiate healthy boundaries, and anticipateand address issues that arise.The seminar includes:- introduction to Managing Up- practical strategies- expectations and Boundaries- how to say "No"- keeping your Supervisor Accountable- communication Skills [more]

The high interdependency between supervisor and supervised, combined with the pressure to succeed, make power abuse commonplace in Academia. “Power Abuse in Academia- what can we do?” is a 60-minute seminar and facilitated discussion which includes definitions and concrete examples. It offers insights and encourages discussion on why power abuse is so common and what can be done to drive change. [more]