Inspire researchers to build visibility without becoming LinkedIn robots
What would Aristotle have asked ChatGPT?
Do you want to start your conference, staff day, or research event with a talk that makes researchers think differently about visibility, trust, generosity, social media, and AI?
Researchers are under pressure to be visible. But most researchers do not want to become influencers, personal brands, or LinkedIn automation machines: posting for the sake of posting, chasing likes, and sounding like everyone else.
My keynotes help researchers and research organizations rethink visibility as a human practice — rooted in curiosity, generosity, credibility, and genuine connection.
Drawing on our book Social Media for Research Impact, and on my practical and theoretical experience in science communication, I inspire researchers to find their own voice online. The goal is not superficial connection with the many, but deeper and kinder connections with the right people.
My talks are suitable for larger audiences and are customized for your specific event.
Example keynote titles:
- Curious, Connected, and Human
Stay visible, useful, and credible when research communication is increasingly shaped by platforms and AI - How to Be Kind on Social Media
Why generosity, curiosity, and weak ties matter for research impact - What Would Aristotle Have Asked ChatGPT?
A playful talk on AI, judgement, and the old human questions behind new digital tools
Not a generic motivational talk
I combine concrete examples, practical advice, and audience involvement with broader reflections on science, technology, and society.
Depending on the event, the talk can include short exercises, live discussion, audience questions, or a moderated follow-up conversation.
My keynotes and talks are suitable for research conferences, PhD schools, university events, communication seminars, research retreats, and events for science communication professionals.
For a tailored offering that addresses your specific event, contact Mike Young for a no-obligation quote:
Mike Young
+45 30 66 31 21
mike@mikeyoungacademy.dk
Mike Young has trained thousands of researchers through approximately 200 workshops, delivered in person at universities across Europe and online with participants from around the world. He has advised hundreds of research leaders and communication staff in one-on-one and smaller group sessions. He is co-author of Social Media for Research Impact (Routledge, 2026).
