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Hermen helped me on my Veni presentation. His instruction on my slides made my presentation more effective and eventually I got my Veni grant. I recommend Hermen to those struggling on presentations.
NWO Veni & Vidi Interview Coaching
An invitation for a NWO Veni or Vidi interview marks a pivotal moment in your early academic career. It’s a validation of your qualities as a researcher. Your independent line of research (Veni) or transition into academic leadership (Vidi) is within reach. Now, the true challenge emerges: making a definitive impact in your in-person interview, which is the final, decisive step to securing your grant.
This is your opportunity to transform groundbreaking work into a compelling argument for its scientific merit and future impact. With so much depending on this high-stakes interaction, how do you clearly articulate your vision, engage the panel, and confidently navigate their questions, all while making a lasting impression? Many talented candidates wish they had prepared more strategically for this decisive step.
Without targeted preparation, an NWO interview can lead to crucial missteps:
- Receiving questions you didn’t anticipate, hindering your agility.
- A first impression that doesn’t fully reflect your confidence.
- Forgetting key points or losing your train of thought under pressure.
- Failing to effectively respond to a critical panel member.
- Body language or vocal delivery undermining your powerful message.
An NWO Veni or Vidi grant is far more than just funding. It’s the foundation for your independent research line, a significant mark of recognition, and a springboard for future academic leadership. It acknowledges your vision, dedication, and the unique trajectory you’ve forged.
Your Tailored Path to NWO Success
When so much is at stake, you want to give it your absolute best shot. Imagine walking into your NWO interview knowing you are fully prepared, able to genuinely enjoy the intellectual challenge, and looking back without a single regret.
Our individual NWO Veni & Vidi Interview Coaching trajectory is meticulously tailored for this purpose: to provide comprehensive, personalized support for your in-person interview. Each trajectory is precisely customized to your specific needs and budget, providing dedicated focus:
- Veni Coaching: A focused 6-hour program of personalized sessions complemented by self-paced e-learning.
- Vidi Coaching: An intensive 8-hour program of personalized sessions complemented by self-paced e-learning.
Our comprehensive coaching is structured around three core sessions:
- Strategy & Unique Selling Points: We deep-dive into understanding your audience, defining your core message, and brainstorming the unique strengths of your project and CV within the interview context.
- Script & Slides Refinement: Leveraging your e-learning preparation, we provide expert feedback to elevate your presentation script and slides, ensuring they are clear, compelling, and ready for delivery.
- On-Site Delivery & Q&A Mastery: This crucial session, often held at your location for optimal realism, focuses on confident delivery, managing nervousness, and mastering techniques to anticipate and effectively answer panel questions.
Our Track Record
Since 2011, we have successfully supported over 350 candidates who prepared for interviews at both ERC and NWO (including Veni and Vidi). Our impressive success rate for NWO grants stands at 50%, consistently around 10 to 20 percentage points higher than the overall success rates for these interviews.
Ready to Elevate Your NWO Veni or Vidi Interview Performance?
Contact us to learn more about our tailored coaching programs and how we can best support you.