Using research funding strategically for your career. Individual short coaching sessions for career and application advice: In the German and European academic system, third-party funding is becoming increasingly important, both for academic institutions and their continued existence as well as for individual career development. However, such third-party funding is often acquired without systematic strategic planning and without taking into account the potential, content-related interests and career goals of the researchers involved. Through a short, focused consultation tailored to the needs of the participants, you will receive a basis for the further targeted development of your career and for the strategic career preparation of third-party funding applications.