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Prosper @prosperpostdoc.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

📣 Upcoming Prosper events Prosper Celebration event 📅 Tuesday 15 Sept, 10:00 - 15:30 📍In-person, Novotel Liverpool Paddington Village 🔗 tinyurl.com/yunevztp PI Network - Effective Career Conversations: Time to Think Meets Prosper 📅 Wednesday 25 Nov, 11:00 - 13:00 📍Online 🔗 tinyurl.com/dw9832a5

Promotional infographic highlighting an upcoming Prosper Celebration event on 15 September 2026, 10:00 - 15:30 at Novotel Liverpool Paddington village. Colourful abstract icons decorate the top and bottom. The description highlights that the event will include the launch of the Prosper Exchange, share key findings from the UKRI PGR career development report and explore common opportunities and challenges in supporting career development across different kinds of researchers.

Promotional infographic highlighting the upcoming Prosper PI Network Effective Career Conversations: Time to Think meets Prosper session on 25 November, 11:00. Colourful abstract icons decorate the top and bottom. The description highlights that the session will be run by Dr Anne Marie Sowerbutts and explore how Nancy Kline's framework can enable more effective career conversations with your researchers.

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Prosper @prosperpostdoc.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

We had a wonderful celebration yesterday to mark the end of the 2026 University of Liverpool Prosper cohort. Cohort members reflected on their six-month journey, celebrated their achievements, and identified actions to support their ongoing career development. Many thanks to all who attended!

An image of a modern, lecture-style room with overhead lighting. Two presenters stand at the front beside a lectern and projected slides, while attendees sit at desks facing the presentation. The slide is titled "Celebrating - what achievements or aspects of your career development growth from the past six months are you most proud of?".

Presentation slide titled "Celebrating" asking, "What achievements or aspect of your career development growth from the past six months are you most proud of?"

The slide contains handwritten participant reflections in different colours, including: "Taking stock of existing network/contacts," "Using skills to direct career choices," "Time prioritisation helps celebrate productivity," "Recognising skills," "Viewing achievements/activities through lens of own development," and "Self-confidence increased."

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Prosper @prosperpostdoc.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Join us and colleagues responsible for postdoc career development from across the sector in Liverpool on: 📅 Tuesday 15 September 2026 (10:00 - 15:30) 📍 Novotel Liverpool Paddington Village Spaces are limited, so register now to avoid missing out! tinyurl.com/muf7czjb

Promotional graphic for the Prosper Celebration Event on 15 September from 10:00–15:30 at Novotel Liverpool Paddington Village. The event celebrates Prosper’s achievements, launches the Prosper Exchange, and shares findings from the UKRI PGR Career Development Report. A date panel and photo of the venue appear on the left, with event details and registration information on the right.

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Prosper @prosperpostdoc.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

We had a great time at ARMA Conference today! It was lovely to be part of so many insightful conversations around shared challenges and opportunities, and to connect with colleagues across the sector. Our session sparked a great Q&A this afternoon—thanks to everyone who contributed. #ARMA2026

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Prosper @prosperpostdoc.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

📣Upcoming Prosper sessions Prosper Portal Made Easy: Curated Lists for Enhancing Your Provision 📅 Wednesday 8 July, 12:00 - 13:00 🔗 Register: tinyurl.com/y2ncy2uf Explore Careers in Water with the Environment Agency - Panel Q&A 📅 Tuesday 7 July, 12:00 - 13:00 🔗Register: tinyurl.com/y4cezzyw

White Prosper event's poster for the Prosper Portal Made Easy: Curated Lists for Enhancing Your Provision session which includes a QR code and the following information:
- Date and time: 08 July, 12:00 - 1300
- Location: Online
- Description: Join us to discover the benefits of using curated lists on the Prosper Portal. During the session you will learn how the feature works and have time to try it and ask questions.

White Prosper event's poster for the Explore Careers in Water with the Environment Agency - Panel Q&A session which includes a QR code and the following information:
- Date and time: 07 July, 12:00 - 1300
- Location: Online
- Description: Join our employer insight session to learn more about careers at the Environment Agency. The panel discussion will cover how they transitioned from PhD study to the Environment Agency, the value of a PhD in the panel's current roles, key transferable skills from academia to applied environmental work, tips for navigating application and why the organisation is an excellent option for postdocs.

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Prosper @prosperpostdoc.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

Join our next, online Prosper Portal made easy session on 08 July, 12:00 - 13:00 to learn how to use the curated lists feature and what benefits it can bring. Register using the link below: 🔗 tinyurl.com/36ussw5t

A white events poster detailing the upcoming Prosper Portal made easy: curated lists for enhancing your provision event which is due to take place on 8 July, 12:00 - 13:00. Descriptive text outlines the benefits of attending the session which include learning how the curated lists feature works and having time to try it and ask questions.

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Prosper @prosperpostdoc.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

We have a great PI Network session coming up on 11 June from 09:30 - 10:30 am. Join us to learn about the concept of psychological safety and how to to use this to support teams to work better together. Link to register below: 🔗 tinyurl.com/yfuhr752

White event poster outlining the upcoming Prosper PI Network event 'building psychological safety into research teams' which takes place on 11 June 2026 from 09:30 - 10:30am. The session is described as taking the concept of psychological safety and learning how to use this to support teams to work better together. Three bullet points highlight what participants will get out of the session, including an understanding of key drivers of psychological safety, recognising common barriers that make speaking up hard and having behaviours and practices to improve teams.

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Prosper @prosperpostdoc.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

We recently caught up with Rachel Hogg to learn more about the Prosper cohort run by @bristoluni.bsky.social. Read our institutional case study below to learn more: 🔗 tinyurl.com/48f5scf3

Case study describing the University of Bristol's use of Prosper. Including context about the University, and how Prosper was used to run a cohort at Bristol. Key stats contained within white circles include 1 cohort, 20 postdocs and 4 online workshops run between November 2025 and February 2026.

Case study describing the University of Bristol's use of Prosper. A white background contains text which lists Bristol's Prosper workshops, participants' access to 1:1 coaching and how in two of the 'Explore' workshops 3 guests were invited to speak who had industry experience. Under 'Impact and Evaluation', it states that a strong peer culture emerged from the cohort and that questionnaires were administered during workshops to collect data. Post-questionnaire outcomes are that the majority plan to stay in touch after the cohort, would attend a 3-month follow-up workshop and would recommend Prosper. The final paragraph outlines Bristol's future plans, which is to run a second cohort from April - June 2026. On the right had side are three quotes from participants who describe positively their experience s of the cohort.

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Prosper @prosperpostdoc.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

It was great to facilitate a session today with researchers and students in the @uni-of-warwick.bsky.social's Psychology Department. We explored definitions of career success, transferable skills, and how to have more effective career conversations. Thanks to Katy Stokes for the invitation!

A group of people sit around U-shaped tables in a meeting room. The room has white walls, a tiled ceiling and grey carpet. A screen displays a slide, while some participants take notes or look at handouts.

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Prosper @prosperpostdoc.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

We recently caught up with Eleanor Hennige to learn how Prosper was promoted as an excellent career development resource to researchers at @edinburgh-uni.bsky.social. Read our institutional case study below to learn more: 🔗 tinyurl.com/5t32a4hx

A Prosper Institutional case-study poster for the University of Edinburgh. The layout includes geometric illustrations such as a sun, plant, eye and arrows. Text sections describe the university’s research staff numbers, why they adopted the Prosper, how it was promoted, and key statistics about engagement. Contact details for the Prosper project appear at the bottom.

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Prosper @prosperpostdoc.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

Dr Ajay Saroja was a member of the University of Southampton Prosper cohort in 2025 - we caught up with her to talk about her experience with Prosper, career journey and future plans. You can read the full case study over on our Portal: 🔗 tinyurl.com/5utcvr9z

A white background with multicoloured icons framing the following quote from Dr Ajay Saroja: " As an introvert, networking has always been a struggle for me. Prosper was incredibly useful in teaching me how to approach people, especially those at a much higher level in research."

A white background with multicoloured icons framing the following quote from Dr Ajay Saroja: "My primary goal remains staying in academia. However, Prosper has helped me develop a Plan B. Before the program, I only ever had one path in mind, but now I know how to create alternative options if my first plan doesn't work out."

A white background with multicoloured icons framing the following quote from Dr Ajay Saroja: "I'd recommend Prosper to anyone. It's like a light showing you the path; you still have to take the decisions and do the work, but Prosper shows you the shortest and clearest route to where you want to go."

A white background with multicoloured icons framing the following quote from Dr Ajay Saroja: "Every person will have a different experience, but you will definitely find it beneficial. The small-group interactions and the direct support you get will make you feel so much more confident than you were before."

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Prosper @prosperpostdoc.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

We have a great PI Network session coming up on the 7 May from 11:00am -12pm. Join us for a practical session on change theory, understanding your own reactions and building coaching skills to support others through change. Register here - www.eventbrite.com/e/1986413931...

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Prosper @prosperpostdoc.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

We caught up with Dr Laura Bozicevic, a member of last year's University of Liverpool Prosper cohort, to talk about her experience with Prosper, career journey and future plans. You can read Laura's full case study over on our Portal: tinyurl.com/hbc5dkv8

A white background with abstract icons and the following quote in the centre: "My advice would be that your personal development is just as important as the research itself. We often focus so much on 'getting things done' for the project, but you have to be the one to drive your own career development."

A white background with abstract icons and the following quote in the centre: "One of the biggest takeaways was learning about time management -- specifically the practical skill of how to prioritise and how to say 'no'."

A white background with abstract icons and the following quote in the centre: "A key shift for me through Prosper was the realisation that I want my research to have a practical impact. Moving forward, I want to reorient my work toward policy and developing practical interventions or trials for families."

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Prosper @prosperpostdoc.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

Dr James Charles was a member of the University of Liverpool Prosper cohort in 2025 - we caught up with him to talk about his career journey, future plans, and experience with Prosper. You can read the full case study over on our Portal: tinyurl.com/james-charle...

A white background with coloured, abstract icons with the following quote in large text: " I found the career coaching very useful. We discussed my interests, what I might be interested in doing outside of academia, and how to better sell myself. It was really good for identifying what skills I have and how these could be applied to a myriad of different contexts elsewhere".

A white background with coloured, abstract icons with the following quote in large text: " It was a good chance to connect with a variety of postdocs from outside of my department - from different disciplines, backgrounds, parts of the campus etc - which is something we don't otherwise get the opportunity to do".

A white background with coloured, abstract icons with the following quote in large text: "You are more hireable than you think you are. A lot of postdocs think that they're only really good at what they do, but you possess a wealth of transferable skills that would be welcomed in a wide range of professions.".

A white background with coloured, abstract icons with the following quote in large text: "Take the time to actually sit and think about what you're good at, because it's very easy to just forget about it until you don't have a job anymore and you're panicking. Even if it's just an hour a week - take the time to think about your skills and career options".

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Prosper @prosperpostdoc.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

Today, we welcomed our third cohort of Prosper business-as-usual postdocs at the University of Liverpool’s delightful School of the Art’s Library space. 📚 Over the next six months, cohort members will have access to a structured career development program, career coaching and a buddy scheme.

A large group of people sit at round tables in an ornate library room with tall bookshelves lining the walls. Multiple large monitors display presentation slides as a speaker stands at the front addressing the audience.

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Prosper @prosperpostdoc.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

We want to say a big thank you to everyone who came to our second, annual Prosper Practice Exchange event in Birmingham yesterday! Many thanks as well to all our event speakers for contributing to the event and sharing your valuable insights with attendees. #PPE2026

Large conference in a modern meeting room with round tables and seated attendees listening to a female presenter. A presentation slide on screens reads “Session 3: Maintaining Prosper Community ” and “Facilitated by Stefania Silvestri.”

Panel discussion in a modern meeting room, with six speakers seated on stools at the front addressing an audience at round tables. A presentation slide on a screen reads “Session 4: Celebrating Prosper impact through storytelling” and lists speakers’ names.

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Prosper @prosperpostdoc.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

We are getting ready for our second Prosper Practice Exchange event at the Eastside rooms, Birmingham. Excited to see all of our attendees soon! #PPE2026

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Prosper @prosperpostdoc.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

Dr Sharon Lin was a member of the University of Southampton's first Prosper cohort in 2025 - we caught up with her to talk about her career journey, future plans, and experience with Prosper. You can read the full case study over on our Portal: bit.ly/3Kr1C6l

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Prosper @prosperpostdoc.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

Places are fast running out for our second Practice Exchange event in Birmingham next February 3rd – attendance is free but due to the highly interactive nature of the event, space is limited – so register now! Link: bit.ly/472b7A7

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Prosper @prosperpostdoc.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

We're at the Hilton in York today for UK Research and Innovation and C-DICE's workshop exploring the vital role of postdocs (quite a lineup of speakers, including Prosper's @fmcbride8.bsky.social) 🏰 The venue is right across from Clifford's tower, which is looking lovely in the November sunshine ☀️

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Prosper @prosperpostdoc.bsky.social · 05/11/2025

We have another great PI Network session coming up next week on the 11th, from 12-1pm: bit.ly/4oYJCyN Join Dr Andrew Moss from Durham University for a session about how organisational research culture strategy can support the development of ECRs. There are only a few spaces left, so register now!

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Prosper @prosperpostdoc.bsky.social · 30/10/2025

📅 📣 Reminder that we're hosting our 2nd Prosper Practice Exchange on 3rd Feb 2026, at The Eastside Rooms in Birmingham: bit.ly/472b7A7 We have limited space and places are going fast - so register now! You can find more info and register at the link above and below bit.ly/472b7A7

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Prosper @prosperpostdoc.bsky.social · 22/10/2025

Many thanks to Taryn Bell for facilitating an excellent PI Network session yesterday - all about the power of Narrative CVs for career development (both for your postdocs, and your own!) For those who missed it, or wish to revisit, we'll be putting materials on our Portal later this week (🧵 1/2)

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Prosper @prosperpostdoc.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

📅 If you were (or are!) a Prosper participant, join us on 18th November for a chance to meet and connect with other Prosper 'alumni' - bit.ly/4h8K6Q2 The event is open to Prosper alumni from any HEI - you can get more info and register from the link above, or the QR code below.

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Prosper @prosperpostdoc.bsky.social · 14/10/2025

Reminder that we have a PI Network session coming up in a week's time - there's still time to register via the link below! 📅 21st October, 12-1pm - a session all about how narrative CVs can be used to support career development, led by Dr Taryn Bell at the University of Leeds: bit.ly/4nTAb2S

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Prosper @prosperpostdoc.bsky.social · 07/10/2025

📣 Register your place at our next Prosper Practice Exchange! bit.ly/472b7A7 We're heading to Birmingham on 3rd February 2026 for our second annual event. Attendance is free, but due to the highly interactive nature of the event, spaces are limited – so register now: bit.ly/472b7A7

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Prosper @prosperpostdoc.bsky.social · 29/09/2025

📅 11th November, 12-1pm - join Dr Andrew Moss at Durham University for a session focused on how organisational research culture strategy can support the development of research ambitions for ECRs: bit.ly/3Kr1gMD (🧵2/2)

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Prosper @prosperpostdoc.bsky.social · 29/09/2025

We've a great couple of PI Network sessions coming up for you to add to your calendars: 📅 21st October, 12-1pm - a session all about how narrative CVs can be used to support career development, led by Dr Taryn Bell at the University of Leeds: bit.ly/4nTAb2S (🧵1/2)

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Prosper @prosperpostdoc.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

📅 SAVE THE DATE! Following a week and a half of fantastic events and conferences, we're delighted to announce the date for our next Prosper Practice Exchange. This year we're heading to The Eastside Rooms in Birmingham on 3rd Feb (10:00-16:00). Registration will be open soon, so stay tuned!

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Prosper @prosperpostdoc.bsky.social · 23/09/2025

We're having a great time on day 2 of #VitaeCon2025 - fantastic talk from Dr Julie Bayley, and a Prosper shout-out from our long-standing collaborator Dr Anne Marie Sowerbutts at The University of Manchester

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Prosper @prosperpostdoc.bsky.social · 18/09/2025

We're at the @britishacademy.bsky.social Early Career Researcher Network's National Postdoc Conference today - getting ready to talk about Prosper! #NPAW2025 💡 Key quote from opening session by Professor Rebecca Earle: "Your skills are more transferable than you might think"

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Prosper @prosperpostdoc.bsky.social · 17/09/2025

We're at #IRCC25 in Warwick today - lots of great discussion and a good chance to network and catch up with colleagues from across the sector! Lots of stimulating discussion re: global research culture, contract precarity, support for mid-career researchers, the PCE pilot, and more!

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Prosper @prosperpostdoc.bsky.social · 16/09/2025

Dr Shunqi Zhang was part of the University of Southampton's first Prosper cohort. We caught up with her to talk about her career journey and her experience with Prosper - read more on our Portal here: bit.ly/4mjnSf9 #LovePostdocs #NPAW2025

"I’m currently preparing an application for a UKRI policy fellowship. The role appeals to me because it’s not pure abstract research – it’s role that translates your research into concrete policy. I guess you could say it’s a hybrid role between academia and non-academia, or ‘academia-adjacent’. It’s a step into the world outside academia and Prosper helped give me the confidence and perspective to go for it."

- Dr Shunqi Zhang, social sciences researcher and member of the University of Southampton's 2025 Prosper cohort

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Prosper @prosperpostdoc.bsky.social · 11/09/2025

As part of National Postdoc Appreciate Week, we're running a workshop next Wednesday 17th from 1.30-4pm - with a focus on writing for public audiences The workshop is online and open to postdocs and PGRs anywhere - for more info and to register, click here or scan the QR code: bit.ly/4nkSmyg

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Prosper @prosperpostdoc.bsky.social · 10/07/2025

A wonderful end to our 2025 University of Liverpool Prosper cohort, at the ever-lovely School of Arts Library. It's been a great six months - many thanks to all the members for their enthusiasm and contributions!

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Prosper @prosperpostdoc.bsky.social · 30/06/2025

📣 Back by popular demand - we're running a free online Portal Made Easy session next Wednesday 9th July, from 11.30-12.30 - with a particular focus on our Curated Lists functionality. For more info and to register: bit.ly/4l4918p

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Prosper @prosperpostdoc.bsky.social · 26/06/2025

The Prosper Exchange is now live! You can now request enhanced support from Prosper in return for an in-kind contribution to our growing community of practice bit.ly/3GjeCZp Visit the link above to learn more, or watch the short vid below to hear about how Heriot-Watt University used the Exchange.

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Prosper @prosperpostdoc.bsky.social · 17/06/2025

📅 Reminder - at 1pm next Thursday 26th June we'll be launching the pilot of our new Prosper Exchange - register here: bit.ly/430fj2o Join us to to learn more about the future of Prosper, connect with peers from across the sector, and get involved in our growing community of practice!

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Prosper @prosperpostdoc.bsky.social · 13/06/2025

At the bottom of the library is a link to the Portal's 'Coaching Ourselves' resources. If you're a postdoc using the Portal in a self-directed way, this area can guide you on your journey. (🧵3/3)

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Prosper @prosperpostdoc.bsky.social · 13/06/2025

In the Learning and Development we've grouped resources by topics and skills - so you can quickly delve into your area of interest at the click of a button. (🧵2/3)

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Prosper @prosperpostdoc.bsky.social · 13/06/2025

💡 #Didyouknow - Prosper's Learning and Development library (bit.ly/45mtqRm) is a handy way to navigate the Prosper Portal and find the resources you need. You can get there via the drop-down menu under 'Postdocs' at the top of your screen. (🧵1/3)

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Prosper @prosperpostdoc.bsky.social · 11/06/2025

We're at @durhamuniversity.bsky.social today for a showcase event ahead of the institution's first Prosper cohort!

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Prosper @prosperpostdoc.bsky.social · 09/06/2025

📣 Reminder - we have another great Insight session at 2pm tomorrow - there's still time to register: bit.ly/4jVBrR4 We'll be speaking to Ely Sandler, Harvard Kennedy School Fellow and Co-founder of Article Six Group, about careers at the intersection of academia and industry.

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Prosper @prosperpostdoc.bsky.social · 03/06/2025

📣 There's still time to register for our PI Network session at 12pm tomorrow - bit.ly/3RIFXGH. Join Katia Smith-Litiere (University of Cambridge) to learn about Research Canvas and how you can use it to guide ECRs and improve your own research planning

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Prosper @prosperpostdoc.bsky.social · 28/05/2025

Try it now! bit.ly/4lmQuoH (🧵3/3)

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Prosper @prosperpostdoc.bsky.social · 28/05/2025

💡Relevant resources are grouped under common career questions and topics, and you can start at any point that suits you. You can track your progress, and add recommended tasks and goals to your personal development plan. (🧵2/3)

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Prosper @prosperpostdoc.bsky.social · 28/05/2025

💡 #Didyouknow - Prosper's Career Development Navigator is a handy tool for 🔎navigating our Portal, and finding the right information for you and your situation - register now to take full advantage of it: bit.ly/4lmQuoH (🧵1/3)

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Prosper @prosperpostdoc.bsky.social · 23/05/2025

Here you'll find easy-to-follow tutorial videos covering various functions on the Portal, including: 💡Using your dashboard 💡Creating a personal development plan 💡How the career navigator works 💡How to share events and resources ...and more!

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Prosper @prosperpostdoc.bsky.social · 23/05/2025

💡 #Didyouknow: The Prosper Portal contains a range of tutorial videos: bit.ly/3G3WQJq You can find them in the 'Helpful Links' section at the bottom of all pages

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Prosper @prosperpostdoc.bsky.social · 14/05/2025

💡Join the Prosper Ambassadors Network to find suitable speakers for events at your HEI, or (if you're a postdoc/former postdoc who's engaged with Prosper) to help spread the word and share your knowledge+perspectives. Subscribe to the list here or via the QR code below: bit.ly/3XPm7O5

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