Articles Written By Isaiah Hankel, PhD

If you’re getting ghosted after industry interviews, the problem isn't your qualifications, but your interview strategy.

If an employer doesn’t get back to you fairly soon, then it means the interview did not go very well.

Resist the urge to use and reuse the same resume, even if you’re applying for positions that are identical at different companies.

PhDs often struggle to translate their specialized academic experience into general skills applicable in the industry. It's essential to reframe academic achievements into broader skills and knowledge​​.

In this episode of Cheeky Scientist News, Isaiah provides an update on the current contraction in the job market for skilled jobs and why so many PhDs and others with doctorates are struggling to get hired. We review hiring trends, layoffs and specific strategies to apply if you're being seen as overqualified, underqualified, or both.

By employing smart productivity hacks, you can streamline your search and make the most of the time you have.

PhDs have a higher earning potential. A PhD can significantly increase earnings, often by two to three times across various sectors of industry.

You can evade reality, or you can accept this fact and adapt. This means doing the hard work of getting your resume and your LinkedIn profile done correctly.

“Isaiah, I’m at my wit’s end.  I’ve applied to countless jobs, networked extensively, and still, nothing.  It feels like I’m just spinning my wheels.”  This is a sentiment I hear often from PhDs who are navigating the challenging waters of the job market.  The frustration and mental fatigue are real, especially when you’re used to achieving high levels of success in academia.  But let’s get one thing straight – you are not alone, and this is not the end.  It’s just a bump in the road.  Yes, the job search is grueling.  There’s no sugar-coating it.  But here’s the thing…

Whether or not your resume is blacklisted, and whether or not your resume being blacklisted can be shared between employers is a controversial issue.

The best way to avoid learned helplessness is to start seeing seemingly negative feedback as a sign you’re headed in the right direction. You have to rise above your fear, uncertainty, and discomfort.

In this episode of Career Leadership, Donna Serdula and Isaiah Hankel discuss the intersection of age and achievement, emphasizing that life between the ages of 40 and 60 can be a period of peak success and influence. Donna celebrates her recent 50th birthday, sparking a conversation about societal views on aging and the importance of embracing milestones. Together, they explore the significance of showing up, taking calculated risks, and setting high standards for yourself at any age. They share powerful lessons learned from life experiences, such as naming your emotions, embracing failure as a part of growth, and ensuring that…