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Course description​

This course gives you a unique opportunity to reflect on your digital profile, considering ways to build visibility and credibility for your research and drive impact online. The course takes a critical look at the power and pitfalls of various online platforms and social media,enabling you to become more effective and influential online whilst minimizing risks to yourtime, reputation and mental health. As part of the session you will receive a PDF copy of the second edition of The Research Impact Handbook.

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Key benefits:​

• Think critically about your digital footprint, identifying ways to raise or professionalise your profile

• Discuss ways to reduce risks to your time, mental health and reputation online

• Grow your academic reach and research impact

• 3-hour version only: Create a social media strategy to drive impact from your research

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At the end of the workshop:​

• Receive slides and links to free resources to help you embed impact in your research

• ​​If you choose to commit to taking a specific action based on the course, you will receive a follow-up email from your trainer(s) after a month to check on your progress and offer assistance if needed.

• Receive curated responses to participants' questions via email after the workshop, with responses provided within one week.

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