Researchers Masterclass Webinar: Increasing Confidence 

26th Mar 2019 12:30pm-1:30pm 

Sign up to the webinar here: https://thecareersgroup.adobeconnect.com/el4wi7vu7sj8/event/event_info.html

What is confidence? Everyone experiences self-doubt and faces obstacles in achieving their goals, no matter how clear these are. Psychologists believe that there are two core aspects of confidence; self-confidence (or self-efficacy) and self-esteem. We will be looking at the difference between these two facets and then explore how you can use that knowledge to build both. This will help you approach your PhD, future career or any other important purpose with greater faith in your abilities. We will also touch on aspects of using a development plan and gaining feedback from others e.g. mentors in order to increase your self-confidence and purposefully stretch into your ‘learning zone’ on a regular basis.

Learning outcomes: Through this webinar you will:-

· Learn about the two core aspects of confidence;

· Understand the contribution of each facet towards your overall confidence level;

· Think about how to use this information to present yourself confidently in person or through e.g. social media or job documents;

· Be signposted to self-guided resources to help you assess and build upon your own current levels of confidence;

· Have ideas about how to use your Researcher Development Certificate activities to purposefully grow into your learning zone and thus improve overall confidence.