7 Steps to a Positive Relationship with your PhD Supervisor

Professor James Arvanitakis talks about 7 steps you can take to develop a positive and effective relationship with your PhD supervisor.

Have you got any of your own tips for other PhD candidates? Tell us about it in the comments!

Some steps to building a strong relationship with your PhD supervisor include:
1. Set expectations early in your candidature.
2. Set regular meetings going forward.
3. Send an agenda and update to your supervisor before you meet.
4. Don't cancel scheduled meetings.
5. Don't take feedback personally.
6. Remember to send a summary of your meetings.
7. Don't be afraid to raise concerns.

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