EPISODE · Sep 11, 2025 · 34 MIN
Two heads are better than one: Networking and mentors in academia
from Confessions of an Early Career Researcher · host The British Academy
Episode 3: Two heads are better than one: Networking and mentors in academia With Clare Stainthorp and Devina Sarwatay Like much of ECR life, there’s no one-size-fits-all to finding the perfect networks and mentors. In this episode, Leonie Smith unpacks the world of academic networking with Clare Stainthorp and Devina Sarwatay – from finding and growing group networks, to choosing the right mentors for you. How can networks help the uncertainty of being a first-gen academic, or aid the move from one country’s HE system to another? How did the pandemic impact our attitude towards community? And ultimately, why are academics so incredibly generous? Head to our podcast hub for more: https://www.thebritishacademy.ac.uk/audio-video/confessions-of-an-early-career-researcher Find out more about the British Academy: https://www.thebritishacademy.ac.uk/ Join our Early Career Researcher Network: https://thebritishacademyecrn.com/ Subscribe to our email newsletter: https://email.thebritishacademy.ac.uk/p/6P7Q-5PO/newsletter
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