Time- and Selfmanagement for Doctoral Candidates
- Project, Time & Self-Management
- Projekt-, Zeit- & Selbstmanagement
- For doctoral researchers
- Für Promovierende
- Workshop
Scientific work is more comparable to a marathon than to a sprint. The success of a doctoral thesis is the result of several years of research, while short-term successes are the exception rather than the rule. This framework of scientific qualification presents particular challenges for self- and time management: realistic time estimation, daily and weekly routines and self-discipline are just a few of these challenges that have to be mastered during a doctorate.
In this practice-oriented workshop, participants learn self- and time-management techniques that help them build work routines and create realistic schedules. They analyse personal time thieves and reflect on the conditions under which they work most productively. In addition, the workshop discusses how to deal with stress and how to maintain motivation and work ability in the long term.
The workshop methods include individual and group work, input and plenary discussions. Participants benefit from exchanging experiences with like-minded people and the trainer. In addition, many useful analogue and digital resources are presented and participants fill their ‘first-aid kit’ with individual home remedies for the setbacks of a dissertation.
Participation requires a preparatory exercise (approx. 60 minutes).
To ensure the transfer of knowledge, a comprehensive, password-protected mind map developed specifically for this workshop will be provided.
Key topics:
- „Where is my time going currently?“ (workload analysis)
- SMART goal definition
- focus methods (deep work and other concepts)
- tools for systematic planning, from the overall project to quarterly, weekly and daily planning
- Methods of setting priorities (ABC analysis, Eisenhower matrix, 80/20 rule, etc.)
- Work style and time management type (focus on participants)
- Dealing with stress, PhD crises and loss of motivation
- Use of reputable digital sources (apps, software and AI such as Perplexity, Consensus, etc.)
- Transfer suggestions (peer coaching training, etc.)
- Trainer: Dr. Nils Reschke
- Target group: Doctoral researchers
- Participants: max. 12
- Language: English
- Dates: 18.09. & 19.09.2025, 09:00-12:00 & 14:00-17:00 (on both days)
This event will be credited with 16 work units for the Career Certificate Program for Doctoral Researchers.
Registration deadline: 28.08.2025
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