# mental wellbeing (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover mental wellbeing. Page: Feed: --- ## [Building community through the strength of weak ties](https://theauditorium.blog/2026/08/04/building-community-through-the-strength-of-weak-ties/) _2026-08-04 · UofG-RCandRD-Team · The Auditorium: a research culture and researcher development blog_ By Dr Elaine Gourlay, Research Culture Specialist for Communities and Collegiality As a mentoring programme facilitator, leading the University of Glasgow’s Thesis Mentoring and Catalyst Career & Leadership Mentoring programmes, I am someone whose job it is to pair people together. I was intrigued recently when an external training facilitator described their mentoring matches’ initial meeting as… ## [Inclusion by Design](https://theauditorium.blog/2026/08/03/inclusion-by-design/) _2026-08-03 · Dr Kay Guccione · The Auditorium: a research culture and researcher development blog_ By The Research Culture and Researcher Development Team. The University of Glasgow’s Research Strategy 2036 states that “Great research flourishes in a supportive, inclusive and collegial environment; one where a positive research culture enhances quality, attracts and retains diverse talent, and strengthens our reputation.” At Glasgow, inclusive research practice, and therefore inclusive… ## [Mistakes, building trust and creating space for growth](https://theauditorium.blog/2026/07/30/mistakes-building-trust-and-creating-space-for-growth/) _2026-07-30 · UofG-RCandRD-Team · The Auditorium: a research culture and researcher development blog_ By Dr Emma Waters, Researcher Development Specialist (PGRs) Acknowledging and accepting failure is an increasingly common discussion amongst researchers and academics. Whether it’s a rejected grant application, paper or unsuccessful job or fellowship application, good research culture encourages openness, discussion and acknowledgment that failure is part of the sometime wonky journey to success… ## [Just keep ‘Moving Along’](https://theauditorium.blog/2026/07/29/just-keep-moving-along/) _2026-07-29 · UofG-RCandRD-Team · The Auditorium: a research culture and researcher development blog_ By Dr Cole Collins, British Academy Early Career Researcher Network Scotland Cluster Project Officer Starting from uncertainty In November 2025, we held our annual celebration event for the Scotland Cluster of the British Academy Early Career Researcher Network (BA ECRN) at the V&A Dundee, which brings together delivery partners of the Network, British Academy Fellows, … Continue reading Just keep… ## [Collaborative leadership: What is it? And how do you get good at it?](https://theauditorium.blog/2026/07/22/collaborative-leadership-what-is-it-and-how-do-you-get-good-at-it/) _2026-07-22 · UofG-RCandRD-Team · The Auditorium: a research culture and researcher development blog_ By Dr Rhoda Stefanatos, Fellowships Development Manager This blog post is part of an ongoing series exploring themes and practices relevant to our aspiring, developing and established Research Leaders. What is collaborative leadership? Collaborative leadership is simply the practice of leading in collaboration. What is less simple, are the practical realities of leading in collaboration. …… ## [A career that started with a discarded CV](https://theauditorium.blog/2026/06/25/a-career-that-started-with-a-discarded-cv/) _2026-06-25 · Dr Kay Guccione · The Auditorium: a research culture and researcher development blog_ Pathfinder Professional Narratives is an ongoing series illuminating the career journeys and experiences of Research Professional Staff. You can see all of the posts in the series here. This post is written by David Pollock, Senior Industry Engagement Manager in the College of Science and Engineering Research Support Office, University of Glasgow. Connect on LinkedIn. Approximate salary … Continue… ## [A policy is a fulcrum: what happens to culture?](https://theauditorium.blog/2026/06/24/a-policy-is-a-fulcrum-what-happens-to-culture/) _2026-06-24 · UofG-RCandRD-Team · The Auditorium: a research culture and researcher development blog_ By Michael Erard, Funding Advisor in the Faculty of Law at Maastricht University and author of Bye Bye I Love You: The Story of Our First and Last Words (MIT Press, 2025). This is part one of a two-part series on the relationship between policy and culture. What’s the relationship between research culture and research-related … Continue reading A policy is a fulcrum: what happens to culture? ## [Feedback that lands: what keeps the conversation afloat](https://theauditorium.blog/2026/06/23/feedback-that-lands-what-keeps-the-conversation-afloat/) _2026-06-23 · UofG-RCandRD-Team · The Auditorium: a research culture and researcher development blog_ By Maleeha Rizwan, Researcher Development Specialist (Research Staff) Giving feedback, in conversation, is one of the most consistent responsibilities of a research leader and one of the most difficult to get right. This might be a regular 1:1 call, a development conversation or a dedicated time to talk about feedback on a draft. You might … Continue reading Feedback that lands: what keeps the… ## [Uncertainty to agency: what postdoctoral researchers need from career development](https://theauditorium.blog/2026/06/18/uncertainty-to-agency-what-postdoctoral-researchers-need-from-career-development/) _2026-06-18 · Dr Kay Guccione · The Auditorium: a research culture and researcher development blog_ By Dr Karen Gordon, Talent Lab Project Officer and Researcher (Psychology) Beginning a career as an early postdoctoral researcher is often characterised by uncertainty and precarity. Researchers are expected to navigate complex career landscapes, make strategic decisions, build networks, and develop leadership skills whilst simultaneously growing their academic profile through research outputs.… ## [One Cloud, Every AI Layer (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/6zt5FClpbB3u) _2026-06-18 · **Sponsored**_ Run agents, inference, and infrastructure on one stack — economics improve as you scale. ## [What to say when they ask you about Research Culture](https://theauditorium.blog/2026/06/16/what-to-say-when-they-ask-you-about-research-culture/) _2026-06-16 · Dr Kay Guccione · The Auditorium: a research culture and researcher development blog_ By Dr Rachel Herries, Research Culture Manager ‘Research Culture’ is a phrase that has come to represent and allude to so much. As the sector’s focus on research culture continues to shift, and evolve, keeping track of the latest news, updates and language is a job in itself. This detailed guide has been put together … Continue reading What to say when they ask you about Research Culture