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Examples of workshops

STAR Method: Interviewing technique – Nienke van Stiphout (HR)

Looking to feel more confident in interviews? This interactive workshop will help you prepare by using the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result), a proven approach to answering behavioral interview questions clearly and effectively. We’ll start with a simple breakdown of each part of the STAR method, then move into mock interview exercises where you can practice your responses and get supportive, constructive feedback. Whether you’re new to interviewing or just want to polish your skills, this session is a great way to get ready!

LinkedIn as a networking tool! - Monique Kropman and Shira Hurenkamp (HR)

Ready to boost your professional visibility and expand your network? Join Shira and Monique for an interactive 45-minute session where they’ll guide you through creating a standout LinkedIn profile and using it effectively to advance your career. Expect practical tips, live demonstrations, and networking inspiration to help you take the next step. Whether you're new to LinkedIn or looking to refresh your profile, this session will energize your presence on the platform. Bring your lasptop and let’s connect!

The balance between effectiveness and safety in drugs - CBG

Every year, more than 11 million people in the Netherlands use medications prescribed by a doctor. And this number increases even further if you include over-the counter medicines. Our organization, the Medicines Evaluation Board is responsible for approving drugs for the Dutch market and has an important advisory role within the EMA when it comes to products for the European market. The Board consists of 17 experts who, in addition to their work for the MEB, often hold positions in which they treat patients in practice. College decisions are prepared by our 500 MEB employees who are involved in decision-making on a daily basis. In this interactive workshop, we will tell you all about the CBG-MEB and the important work that we do, making sure that patients can rely on safe and effective medicines. You will hear about the different roles, and how these roles contribute to the assessment of the medicine. In the second part of the workshop, you will take on the role of an assessor to experience firsthand how complex and challenging it is to evaluate a medicine’s benefits and risks.

How to Network - Jan van Raaij (Startup Nijmegen)

We all network often without even realizing it, but how can we do it more effectively and confidently? In this interactive workshop, “How to: Networking”, we’ll explore the do’s and don’ts, challenge common assumptions, and show how quickly your network can grow through a few simple examples. You’ll learn to overcome hesitation, understand the real power of connections, and see that your network is closer and more valuable than you think. By the end of the session, you'll feel more confident approaching others, asking for help, and building meaningful professional relationships. Most importantly, you'll walk away knowing that networking isn't just useful, it can actually be fun.