Supervising doctoral candidates is a demanding task—it requires not only subject-matter expertise but also role clarity, communication skills, and structural thinking. This workshop is designed for researchers who currently hold or are planning to take on supervisory responsibilities. 

Part I: Foundations and Mindset 

The first part of the workshop focuses on personal professional stance and fundamental considerations regarding supervision. Effective supervision begins with the understanding that doctoral candidates are not only conducting research but are also developing professionally, methodologically, and personally. Based on this premise, participants will develop an individual supervision concept that takes into account both their own approach as a supervisor and formal structural requirements. Key questions include: 

• How can I effectively structure and visualize the learning process?
• What form of guidance do I want to offer—and what do I expect in return?
• How can a productive balance between support and independent responsibility be achieved? 

Part II: Practical Implementation 

The second part addresses concrete application in daily practice: 

• Successful Onboarding: How to ensure a good start.
• Supervision Agreements: Using formal frameworks to clarify expectations.
• Constructive Feedback: Designing feedback to be development-oriented.
• Phased Support: Providing appropriate and effective guidance throughout different stages of the PhD. 

Through a blend of theoretical input, peer exchange, and case work, participants develop tailored strategies and concrete instruments to enhance their supervisory practice.