Inspiring stories: The impact that being part of ERS activities can have on a professional career

Each year, the European Respiratory Society (ERS) offers many opportunities to support Early Career Members (ECMs) working in the respiratory field in advancing their careers, including fellowships, representation at ERS assemblies, and presentations at the ERS Congress. Through these opportunities, ECMs can meet other respiratory professionals, find synergies, work together and discover new ways to increase their visibility and advance their careers, as well as create new and lasting friendships. In this issue, we provide an overview of the impact that being part of the ERS activities can have on professional careers, through the voices of ECMs. We hope to inspire all ECMs to participate in future ERS opportunities!