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ABOUT ISAIAH HANKEL, PHD

CEO, CHEEKY SCIENTIST & SUCCESS MENTOR TO PHDS

Dr. Isaiah Hankel is the Founder and CEO of Cheeky Scientist. His articles, podcasts and trainings are consumed annually by millions of PhDs and other professionals in hundreds of different countries. He has helped PhDs transition into top companies like Amazon, Google, Apple, Intel, Dow Chemical, BASF, Merck, Genentech, Home Depot, Nestle, Hilton, SpaceX, Tesla, Syngenta, the CDC, UN and Ford Foundation.

Dr. Hankel has published 3X bestselling books and his latest book, The Power of a PhD, debuted on the Barnes & Noble bestseller list. His methods for getting PhDs hired have been featured in the Harvard Business Review, Nature, Forbes, The Guardian, Fast Company, Entrepreneur Magazine and Success Magazine.

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Best Industry Transition Articles Of The Week For PhDs (July 16th, 2017)

By: Isaiah Hankel, PhD

Every week we scour the internet to find the best industry transition articles for PhDs, so you don't have to. We have two consultants independently search for the most informative articles on networking, CVs/resumes, transferable skills, interviews, academic blues, and industry positions. Our consultants vote on a top article for each category and for a top overall article each week. This week's best articles are here.

How A PhD Gives You An Edge Over Other Candidates At A Job Interview

By: Isaiah Hankel, PhD

As a PhD, you have countless technical and transferable skills that make you an extremely valuable job candidate. The academic environment can make you feel like your PhD doesn’t hold the value in industry that it actually does. Do not give in to this mentality. Having a PhD is a rare and valuable trait. You are an expert innovator, a master of conflict resolution, and a master of learning. As a PhD, your concern should not be that you may lack value. Your concern should be that others may not understand your immense value, which is why it’s your job…

Best Industry Transition Articles Of The Week For PhDs (July 9th, 2017)

By: Isaiah Hankel, PhD

Every week we scour the internet to find the best industry transition articles for PhDs, so you don't have to. We have two consultants independently search for the most informative articles on networking, CVs/resumes, transferable skills, interviews, academic blues, and industry positions. Our consultants vote on a top article for each category and for a top overall article each week. This week's best articles are here.

Management Consulting (Industry Careers For PhDs Podcast)

By: Isaiah Hankel, PhD

Do you know what Management Consulting is and what the day-to-day activities for this role are? Are you considering to apply for a Management Consulting role but don’t know where to apply or what the application process is like? In this episode of the Industry Careers for PhDs podcast, we interview Dr. Cédric Brulé, who, after 10 years of post-graduate work, transitioned to a research scientist role and then into management consulting. His diverse background is proof to all that career change is possible. In this podcast, you’ll learn: Why he chose to transition out of academia and into Management…

Best Industry Transition Articles Of The Week For PhDs (July 2nd, 2017)

By: Isaiah Hankel, PhD

Every week we scour the internet to find the best industry transition articles for PhDs, so you don't have to. We have two consultants independently search for the most informative articles on networking, CVs/resumes, transferable skills, interviews, academic blues, and industry positions. Our consultants vote on a top article for each category and for a top overall article each week. This week's best articles are here.

Best Industry Transition Articles Of The Week For PhDs (June 25th, 2017)

By: Isaiah Hankel, PhD

Every week we scour the internet to find the best industry transition articles for PhDs, so you don't have to. We have two consultants independently search for the most informative articles on networking, CVs/resumes, transferable skills, interviews, academic blues, and industry positions. Our consultants vote on a top article for each category and for a top overall article each week. This week's best articles are here.

Business Analyst Positions (Industry Careers For PhDs Podcast)

By: Isaiah Hankel, PhD

Do you know the importance of business analysis in industry? Ever wonder how PhDs can transition successfully to business analyst careers by leveraging their transferable skills? In this episode of the Industry Careers for PhDs podcast, we interview Ernst Geutjes, Associate at Aglaia BioMedical Ventures, who transitioned from his PhD into a career as a Business Analyst. He will teach us how PhDs can leverage their skills and be successful industry experts. In this podcast, you’ll learn: Why he chose to transition out of academia and into Business AnalysisWhat is Business Analysis and Venture Capital – challenges, benefits and day-to-day…

Best Industry Transition Articles Of The Week For PhDs (June 18th, 2017)

By: Isaiah Hankel, PhD

Every week we scour the internet to find the best industry transition articles for PhDs, so you don't have to. We have two consultants independently search for the most informative articles on networking, CVs/resumes, transferable skills, interviews, academic blues, and industry positions. Our consultants vote on a top article for each category and for a top overall article each week. This week's best articles are here.

Best Industry Transition Articles Of The Week For PhDs (June 11th, 2017)

By: Isaiah Hankel, PhD

Every week we scour the internet to find the best industry transition articles for PhDs, so you don't have to. We have two consultants independently search for the most informative articles on networking, CVs/resumes, transferable skills, interviews, academic blues, and industry positions. Our consultants vote on a top article for each category and for a top overall article each week. This week's best articles are here.

Careers In Medical Copywriting (Industry Careers For PhDs Podcast)

By: Isaiah Hankel, PhD

Have you ever thought about Medical Copywriting as an alternative career? Are you considering Medical Copywriting roles but you do not know where to start your search? In this episode of the Industry Careers for PhDs podcast, we interview Michelle Guillemard, President of the Australasian Medical Writers Association and founder of Health Writer Hub. Michelle shares with us the ins and out of medical copywriting and how to best position yourself for a career in this field. In this podcast, you’ll learn: What is Medical Copywriting and what are the day-to-day activities in this roleWhat types of positions are available…

Best Industry Transition Articles Of The Week For PhDs (June 4th, 2017)

By: Isaiah Hankel, PhD

Every week we scour the internet to find the best industry transition articles for PhDs, so you don't have to. We have two consultants independently search for the most informative articles on networking, CVs/resumes, transferable skills, interviews, academic blues, and industry positions. Our consultants vote on a top article for each category and for a top overall article each week. This week's best articles are here.

Best Industry Transition Articles Of The Week For PhDs (May 28th, 2017)

By: Isaiah Hankel, PhD

Every week we scour the internet to find the best industry transition articles for PhDs, so you don't have to. We have two consultants independently search for the most informative articles on networking, CVs/resumes, transferable skills, interviews, academic blues, and industry positions. Our consultants vote on a top article for each category and for a top overall article each week. This week's best articles are here.