Welcome to the LETSGROW workshop library. Below, researchers and talents across academic and non-academic sectors can access recordings and materials from our 3-part online workshop series on career development and employability. The online workshops focus on:
Career Planning & Strategy: pathways across sectors and transferable skills.
CV & Application Preparation: actionable insights on tailoring CVs and cover letters for diverse environments.
Employability Skills: effective networking strategies and career transition tips, featuring expert contributions from partner EU projects.
Career Planning & Strategy
Career Planning & Strategy
Navigating a modern research or technical career requires more than subject-matter expertise—it demands a deliberate strategy. This session provides researchers and professional talents with the frameworks needed to evaluate their current standing, articulate their value, and build an adaptable career roadmap across academic, industry, public, and non-profit sectors.
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Navigating a modern research career requires more than technical expertise—it demands a deliberate, adaptable strategy. This workshop helps researchers and talents evaluate their current standing and reframe implicit academic achievements into high-value competencies. Participants learn how to translate skills like project management, grant writing, complex data analysis, and cross-border collaboration into language that resonates with non-academic recruiters and decision-makers across diverse sectors.
Moving from assessment to application, the session provides frameworks for strategic goal setting and cross-sector pathway mapping. It breaks down realistic trajectories across industry R&D, science communication, policy advice, and tech transfer, highlighting the distinct cultural differences, performance metrics, and recruitment cycles found outside traditional academia. Participants learn to set measurable milestones that align with their personal values, work culture preferences, and long-term vision.
The workshop culminates in building an actionable three-to-five-year development plan. This personal roadmap balances ongoing research obligations with targeted upskilling and professional repositioning, giving participants the tools needed to steer their career growth proactively.
CV & Application Preparation
CV & Application Preparation
A well-crafted CV is not a static archive of your past work; it is a strategic tool designed to demonstrate your immediate fit for a specific role. This workshop addresses the crucial transition from exhaustive academic CVs to concise, impact-focused applications tailored for diverse professional environments. Participants explore how to reframe complex research methodologies, publications, and teaching experiences into clear, result-oriented statements that speak directly to academic, corporate, public-sector, and non-profit recruiters.
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A well-crafted CV is not a static archive of your past work; it is a strategic tool designed to demonstrate your immediate fit for a specific role. This workshop addresses the crucial transition from exhaustive academic CVs to concise, impact-focused applications tailored for diverse professional environments. Participants explore how to reframe complex research methodologies, publications, and teaching experiences into clear, result-oriented statements that speak directly to academic, corporate, public-sector, and non-profit recruiters.
The session focuses heavily on the mechanics of persuasive framing and optimization. Participants learn how to quantify achievements, emphasize transferable technical and leadership competencies, and align application phrasing with job descriptions to navigate both automated Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and human screening processes. Beyond the CV, the session covers how to write targeted cover letters that tell a compelling narrative—bridging past research experience with future organizational goals while articulating clear value to prospective employers.
To turn strategy into practice, the workshop provides practical techniques for building adaptable application templates that streamline job searches without sacrificing personalization. The principles covered in this recording connect directly to our MS Teams channel, where participants can engage in peer-to-peer CV reviews, share templates, and refine their application materials alongside fellow researchers and international peers.
Employability Skills
Employability Skills
Sustainable career growth relies heavily on strategic networking and active visibility within international talent ecosystems. This workshop moves beyond general advice to deliver actionable strategies for building meaningful professional connections across academic, private, and public sectors. Participants explore how to conduct effective informational interviews, optimize digital professional profiles, and engage in authentic, relationship-driven networking that reveals hidden job opportunities and collaborative initiatives.
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Sustainable career growth relies heavily on strategic networking and active visibility within international talent ecosystems. This workshop moves beyond general advice to deliver actionable strategies for building meaningful professional connections across academic, private, and public sectors. Participants explore how to conduct effective informational interviews, optimize digital professional profiles, and engage in authentic, relationship-driven networking that reveals hidden job opportunities and collaborative initiatives.
Navigating a career transition from research environments into new sectors requires adjusting to different organizational cultures and communication styles. This session addresses common friction points during sector shifts, providing practical guidance on managing recruitment expectations, interviewing effectively, and translating research experience into commercial or organizational value. Enriching these practical tips, guest experts from partner EU initiatives share key insights and best practices drawn from cross-border European talent projects.
The workshop highlights how continuous skill development and strategic professional positioning serve as the foundation for long-term employability. To build on the concepts discussed in the recording, participants can access practical networking guides and resources in our dedicated MS Teams channel, where our Community of Practice continues to discuss transition strategies, share industry contacts, and support peer growth.