The development of networks and collaborations is a core skill for early career researchers and yet one which is not often considered as an area of personal development. Networking and collaboration helps make research happen as well as having great impact.
This one day workshop was aimed at early career researchers within health and social care and provided an opportunity to:
Increase their understanding of the role of networking and collaboration.
Explore how to develop a strategic approach to building their networks and collaborations.
Consider different approaches to developing networks and collaborations.
Identify some of the personal skills inherent in networking and approaches to increasing their confidence.