Starting point

Many PhD researchers find themselves overwhelmed by the scope of their project, struggling with isolation, or caught in cycles of perfectionism. Based on your experiences, needs and questions, group exchanges and input from the trainer, we will explore what you need to not just survive but thrive at this stage of your professional development. The workshop opens up a space for you to reflect on how you can manage the PhD as both an intellectual and personal challenge.

Content

• How to write effective and realistic to-do lists that account for research unpredictability

• How to plan a productive week while building in buffer time for challenges

• How to plan a major project like the PhD, including applying the method to create your next 12-month

• roadmap

• Perfectionism and Procrastination: recognizing patterns and developing strategies

Methods

About a week before the workshop, you will be asked to complete a pre-workshop survey. Your answers will be used to tailor the workshop to your situation and challenges. You will get planning and time-management strategies that you can implement immediately, addressing both day-to-day tasks and long-term project management. You will work individually, with a partner, and in small groups, sharing experiences and building a supportive network for ongoing challenges.

Notes

You will receive a certificate of participation after successfully completing the course (at least 80% active participation). You can download these directly from your course!

Event details

Date:

Do., 05.03.2026, 09:00-17:00 Uhr

Scope:
1 day, 10 working units à 45 min

Format:
ZEWK, Fraunhoferstraße 33-36, 10587 Berlin, Raum: FH1004

Instructor:
Dr. Christiane Kasack