Articles Written By Isaiah Hankel, PhD

It’s easy to think that your resume is impressive when you’re trying to impress other academics. But is it impressive to industry hiring managers?

The good news is, no matter how long you’ve been in academia, the best time to make your transition is now. Don’t wait because you don’t have forever. Start now.

In recent years, there has been a significant shift in the hiring landscape, with many employers prioritizing equal opportunity and equity over traditional education credentials.

The only way to 100% know you’ve been seen by an employer right now is to get an interview where the employer shows up to the interview.

In this thought-provoking episode of "Career Leadership," hosts Donna Serdula and Isaiah Hankel explore the intricacies of breaking barriers and embracing challenges to foster personal and professional growth. Donna and Isaiah start with a personal story of loss and the impact it has on evaluating life choices. They discuss the importance of setting ambitious goals without being deterred by the cost and share practical strategies for overcoming limiting beliefs.

In this episode of Cheeky Scientist News I talk about recently published strategies for getting hired faster (but still into a high quality job). I also talk about how to overcome the biggest objection that PhDs and other doctoral level job candidates face - being seen as overqualified.

The financial struggle is not just a matter of economics but also affects the mental and emotional well-being of PhDs and other academic professionals.

Universities worldwide are producing a record number of doctoral graduates, but the number of available faculty positions has not kept pace.

Dig deep to understand the company as if you’re going to defend a thesis on it. ​Do this, and the employer will be 100% convinced that you are dedicated to working for them and they will hire you.

If others can make time to advance their careers, so can you. It’s just a matter of batching your tasks and time, and prioritizing correctly.

To get hired today, and to get unstuck in a job search that’s going nowhere, we have to use the number one advantage we have as PhDs - our creativity. Our ability to innovate.

In this episode of Career Leadership, hosts Donna Serdula and Isaiah Hankel dive into the critical topic of how job seekers can differentiate themselves in an increasingly AI-driven job market. Drawing from their extensive experience in career coaching and personal branding, they provide valuable insights and practical advice for maintaining a competitive edge.