Alys Kay

Creative collaborator. Photographer. Facilitator. Coach. Mediator.

[Helen Bevan @HelenBevan]

The role and skills of leaders needs to change, in line with profound changes in the workplace. In a new article in @HarvardBiz, a group of experts has identified 6 essential skills to thrive as a leader in the new environment:
1) emotional aperture - the ability to understand and tune into the emotional dynamics of others
2) adaptive communication - knowing how and when to adjust our behaviour & leadership style, connecting to the emotional energy of others
3) flexible thinking - able to flex with competing priorities & hold opposing ideas in our heads
4) perspective seeking, taking & coordinating - actively seek different perspectives & integrate new information into our approach
5) strategic disruption skills - questioning long-standing practices & pushing for continuous learning and improvement
6) resilient self-awareness - recognising our own boundaries/limitations & setting a healthy example for others.
There are links to lots of useful resources for developing these skills: https://t.co/J5lWxXQdQw. By @knightrm.
I would add a 7th essential skill: network & connection skills – ability to operate with both formal & informal influence and build sustainable relationships.

[Research at University of Liverpool @LivUniResearch]

@alysk from @livuni Thrive team is presenting at today’s @AdvanceHE symposium - Reshaping #ResearchLeadership. Diving into how behaviours like shared accountability and territorialism shape research collaboration and innovation. Excited to advance our understanding and practices!

[Arts and Humanities Research Council @ahrcpress]

���� Looking to the future of how we shape funding opportunities

Our new large grants funding opportunity pilot, Mission, partnering with @LivUni's Thrive project, will harness a people-centred approach, broadening the diversity of our funded projects.

👉 https://t.co/jABnS6jGlv

[Research at University of Liverpool @LivUniResearch]

The Thrive project is ready to pilot a new model of team-based working through a live funding call.

We’re looking for bold, impactful projects that convene expertise from across the research ecosystem.

Applications open on 13 May.

Find out more;

➡️https://t.co/M8JpeHEXdp

[Research at University of Liverpool @LivUniResearch]

Read the latest blog from the Thrive Project team, in which Alys Kay, Senior Research Developer, delves into the process of co-designing principles for inclusive, collaborative team-led research, highlighting the key milestones met along the way.

➡️https://t.co/x1BtAcCk4j

[Alys Kay @alysk]

@tmuuk Appreciating the invaluable feedback from our recent session on thrive-enabled team led research collaboration! From recognising benefits like shared risk to addressing challenges such as role clarity, your input fuels our journey. Thank you for a great TMU conference.

[Alys Kay @alysk]

@Tesco very disappointed with finest ravioli - cooked as directed on the packet - more than half the ravioli opened spreading the filling into the water leaving us with little more than plain pasta NOT what I wanted

[Alys Kay @alysk]

Come talk to me! We're exploring key topics like recognition parity, ECR career support, and fostering inclusive research collaboration. All voices are welcome - academics, professionals, technicians, and more! #ThriveTogether #ResearchCulture https://t.co/HvMBl4xUp4

[Research at University of Liverpool @LivUniResearch]

Liverpool is leading Thrive, a new initiative to create a more inclusive and diverse model for research teams, and we want your views!

Join the 'Thrive Together' workshops to have your say on how we can transform team based working!

➡️https://t.co/XzXeinbPk2

[Researcher Development @ University of Manchester @UoMResDev]

Today is the day! The Research Staff Conference has started! 🥳

[Prosper @ProsperPostdoc]

Prosper are at the @UoMResDev Research Staff Conference at the University of Manchester today. We'll be talking about 'How To Stop Holding Yourself Back', while Prosper's @alysk will be talking on 'Finding Balance Through Better Boundaries'- details here: https://t.co/wqrT24ql3M

[Alys Kay @alysk]

Working with @ProsperPostdoc on #UKRI career development pilot to unlock postdocs potential as a #coach has been a joy! Antony was in my #coaching group, so pleased, well done!

[Prosper @ProsperPostdoc]

Next on our series of #postdocs from our 1st cohort is Anthony Evans. Anthony loved research but wasn't sure a 'traditional' academic career was the best fit for him - 1 year on he secured a Data Scientist role at the UoL. Congrats Anthony! Read more: https://t.co/ue5nbaqs2a

[Researcher Development @ University of Manchester @UoMResDev]

Our very own Alys Kay will be delivering "Finding Balance Through Better Boundaries" at our Research Staff Conference on 16th November ⚖️

@alysk

[Researcher Development @ University of Manchester @UoMResDev]

📢📢UoM Research Staff Conference - 16th November 22

Join us at this year’s annual research staff, our first in person research staff conference since 2019!!

Book now: https://t.co/T50MKXNbV8

[Alys Kay @alysk]

I've reached my silver milestone. Are you able to #giveblood? Sign-up: https://t.co/WQyNN5VHDY

[Prosper @ProsperPostdoc]

We've published our evaluation of the first cohort! It evidences the impact on participant #postdocs' confidence, aspirations, perceptions and behaviour w/r/t career development. Read a summary of findings here: https://t.co/aiIzVQXXIG Full report here: https://t.co/0WgLTnKhYI

[Prosper @ProsperPostdoc]

Next up on our case studies from our 1st cohort is @cabr88 - learn more about how Prosper helped Caroline - who had recently transitioned into academia from a career in law when she joined us - take stock of her distinct blend of skills and expertise: https://t.co/0DVOr54PRC

[Researcher Development @ University of Manchester @UoMResDev]

It was great for @UoMResDev to work with @IGAC_ECR yesterday. @alysk was sharing tips on avoiding self-sabotage and @Ash_SR was talking about authentic ways to build connections.

[Researcher Development @ University of Manchester @UoMResDev]

Come along to our Postgraduate Summer Research Showcase tomorrow (16th June) in the Whitworth Hall 10:30am- 2pm.

The Postgraduate Summer Research Showcase (PSRS) is a spectacular celebration of postgraduate research from across the University.
https://t.co/4EazDcJTaF

[Alys Kay @alysk]

I had a lovely morning meeting @DrSharpy from @UoMPhysics recording his wisdom about how #PGRs can get the most out of their dissertation supervisor for @UoMResDev