How can supervisors help students feel comfortable and establish a trusting relationship?

How can supervisors help students feel comfortable and establish a trusting relationship?

by Cheryl Drewchesney -
Number of replies: 2

We want to hear your ideas! What are some ways that supervisors can help students, particularly those they have not met before, to feel comfortable asking them questions and develop a trusting relationship?

Some previous ideas shared include the supervisor providing a short personal introduction of themselves (personal rather than academic) - what are your ideas or experiences in fostering a trusting relationship with your supervisor or others?