PhD Transition Report Podcast

Skip ahead to:8:48 – Show Me the Data30:42 – How To Become An Unstoppable PhD w/Ruben Gonzalez1:00:20 – Overcoming Imposter Syndrome In Business w/Aja Isble Does your job search fill you with anxiety that you don’t know how to handle? Ready to find the courage needed to overcome your career challenges?  In this episode of Cheeky Scientist Radio, Ruben Gonzalez, a 4-time Olympian and author of The Courage to Succeed lays out strategies you can use to overcome the anxiety associated with changing your path, setting large goals and ultimately achieving them. Then, we have on Aja Isble, M.B.A. who discusses how you can overcome imposter syndrome and truly see yourself as an industry professional. About Our Guests Ruben Gonzalez is a four-time Olympian, award-winning keynote speaker, and bestselling author of The Courage To Succeed. He is the first person to ever compete in 4 Winter Olympics in 4 different decades. He has spoken for over 100 of the Fortune 500 companies since 2002, appeared on ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, CNN, the New York Times, Success Magazine, Time, BusinessWeek and Forbes and been Featured in 3 chapters of Jack Canfield’s book, “The Success Principles”. In Ruben’s own words, “My story takes people’s excuses…

Skip ahead to:12:50 – Show Me the Data36:23 – How PhDs Maintain Focus Under Pressure w/Dr. Greg Wells56:45 – Maintaining Focus In Your Job And Career w/Aja Isble Are you constantly distracted and not able to focus on your job search? Do you know what gets you into a flow state?  In this episode of Cheeky Scientist Radio, Dr. Greg Wells, talks about his book The Focus Effect, and give us tons of insight into everything having to do with focus. With highly practical and strategic tips you can implement right away. Then, we have on Aja Isble, who will talk about maintaining your focus once you get hired in industry.  About Our Guests Dr. Greg Wells is an assistant professor at the University of Toronto, and associate scientist at The Hospital for Sick Children, and the CEO of The Wells Group. He is the author of best sellers Superbodies: Peak Performance Secrets from the World’s Best Athletes, The Ripple Effect: Sleep Better, Eat Better, Move Better, Think Better and, most recently, The Focus Effect: Change Your Work, Change Your Life. Greg is a sought after speaker on the topic of human performance, and has spoken at top events like…

Skip ahead to:4:53 – Show Me the Data29:50 – Creating Atomic Habits As A PhD w/James Clear1:00:00 – What Is A Regulatory Industry Position? w/Bryant Moeller, Ph.D.1:02:10 – Power Of Non-Traditional Networking Opportunities w/Jessica Kishimoto, Ph.D. What is your worst job search habit? Do you want to create new habits that will lead you to a successful industry transition?  In this episode of Cheeky Scientist Radio, James Clear, best-selling author of Atomic Habits, discuss practical strategies you can use to create new habits that will not only improve your job search but teach you how to be continuously improving and always reaching greater levels of success throughout your career. About Our Guest James Clear is the author of Atomic Habits and a writer focused on habits, decision-making, and continuous improvement. His work has appeared in the New York Times, Entrepreneur, Time, and on CBS This Morning. His website, jamesclear.com, receives millions of visitors each month and hundreds of thousands subscribe to his popular email newsletter. He is a regular speaker at Fortune 500 companies and his work is used by teams in the NFL, NBA, and MLB. Through his online course, The Habits Academy, Clear has taught more than 10,000 leaders, managers,…

Skip ahead to:2:45 – Show Me the Data13:55 – Advanced Pitching & Communication Strategies w/Bill McGowan51:22 – Transitioning Into A Scientist Position w/Tapan Shah, Ph.D.1:02:10 – How To Get Hired As A Consultant In Industry w/Patricía Silva, Ph.D. Are you confident with your elevator pitch? Do you project confidence when you communicate with potential employers?  In this episode of Cheeky Scientist Radio, Bill McGowan, Founder and CEO of Clarity Media Group and a two-time Emmy Award-winning journalist will share key insights into how you can master your elevator pitch and be more confident every time you open your mouth to speak. About Our Guest Bill McGowan, Founder and CEO of Clarity Media Group, is a two-time Emmy Award-winning journalist who has produced and reported for ABC News 20/20; CBS News 48 Hours, Dow Jones Television and MSNBC. In front of the camera, he has anchored hundreds of hours of news and information programming and has conducted thousands of interviews with newsmakers, CEO’s, celebrities, doctors, book authors, attorneys, and professional athletes. Bill now uses that experience to coach clients on how to exude more confidence and command on television and in front of an audience. Those he has trained include Eli…

Did you know that you can meld your scientific skills with business know how? Do you want to advance into a high-level management position in industry? In this episode of Cheeky Scientist Radio, we will walk you through the strategies you can use to leverage your PhD skills and advance into C-suite industry positions.  Our guest is Himanshu Gadgil, Ph.D. the Chief Scientific Officer at Enzene Biosciences. He shares his account of how PhDs can leverage their skills to gain C-suite positions and brings a unique account of working in the Indian biotech industry. In this podcast, you’ll find: Show Me The Data – The benefits of doing R&D in industry and why moving beyond the bench is a good thingBecoming A C-Suite Scientist – Himanshu Gadgil, Ph.D. discusses how PhDs can leverage their skills to gain C-suite positions To get advanced access to the full length versions of these podcasts, as well as access to our live training webinars, exclusive training videos, case studies, industry insider documents, transition plan, and private online network, get on the waitlist for the Cheeky Scientist Association now.

Do you know what is the fastest way to lose money when transitioning into industry? Does the thought of negotiating your job offer make you cringe? In this episode of Cheeky Scientist Radio, we will walk you through the strategies to negotiate your job offer the right way. Our guest Don Asher, Ph.D., is an internationally known speaker, writer and negotiation expert. He will discuss why it’s essential to negotiate, specific scripts to use and what to avoid to ensure your negotiation is successful, regardless of the position and country you are in. In this podcast, you’ll find: Show Me The Data – What you are missing out on by not negotiating or by doing it badlyNegotiation Know-how – Don Asher, Ph.D. walks us through the right way to negotiate and get paid what you’re worth To get advanced access to the full length versions of these podcasts, as well as access to our live training webinars, exclusive training videos, case studies, industry insider documents, transition plan, and private online network, get on the waitlist for the Cheeky Scientist Association now.

Do you know why networking is critical for your job search success? Have you ever thought about the importance of body language when networking? In this episode of Cheeky Scientist Radio, we discuss how to be a better networker and how you can leave those awkward PhD days behind you. Our guest Carole Railton, an expert on personal branding and body language, addresses how your body language could be sending the wrong message to employers. She will discuss strategies you can use to improve your body language and thus improve your networking success. In this podcast, you’ll find: Show Me The Data – Why networking is the single most important part of your job searchBody Language For Business – Carole Railton, a body language expert, discusses how your body language may be sabotaging your job search and how to fix it so you can get hired in industry To get advanced access to the full length versions of these podcasts, as well as access to our live training webinars, exclusive training videos, case studies, industry insider documents, transition plan, and private online network, get on the waitlist for the Cheeky Scientist Association now.

Do you know how to network effectively at conferences? Have you ever wondered how to build long-term professional relationships? In this episode of Cheeky Scientist Radio, we discuss how you can make the most out of attending conferences by shifting your approach. Our awesome guest this week is Jayson Gaignard, a Talent Scout and Curator at MMT and host of The Community Made Podcast. Jayson truly understands the power of his network, his community, and discusses how you can invest in and benefit from your network during your job search and have fun doing it. In this podcast, you’ll find: Show Me The Data – Why nearly every professional organization holds regular conferencesNetworking Delight – Jayson Gaignard discusses how to make networking fun (yes, it can happen), his methods for building relationships, and how a strong network is your most valuable asset To get advanced access to the full length versions of these podcasts, as well as access to our live training webinars, exclusive training videos, case studies, industry insider documents, transition plan, and private online network, get on the waitlist for the Cheeky Scientist Association now.

What does your LinkedIn profile say about you? Is it obvious who you are and what you do? In this episode of Cheeky Scientist Radio, we chat with leading LinkedIn experts to help you leverage the power of LinkedIn in your job search and become a LinkedIn master. Our first guest Petra Fisher is a LinkedIn Storytelling Wizard! She discusses how you can use LinkedIn to make authentic connections and boost your industry job search. You can receive weekly LinkedIn tips from her here. Then we have Donna Serdula, author of LinkedIn Makeover: Professional Secrets to a Powerful LinkedIn Profile and LinkedIn Profile Optimization For Dummies. She has helped over 5,000 professionals tell their story & build a powerful professional brand through LinkedIn and shares her unique insights. In this podcast, you’ll learn: Show Me The Data – Why you MUST make a good impression on LinkedInStand out on LinkedIn – LinkedIn expert Petra Fisher shows you how to stand out from the crowd on LinkedIn to get noticed by employersLinkedIn Logistics – Donna Serdula delivers strategic tactics you can use to build your brand, grow your LinkedIn network and boost your job search To get advanced access to the…

Do you know why PhDs are ideal candidates for careers as a Patent Agent? Would you like to use your scientific background to work with inventors on cutting-edge innovation? In this episode of Cheeky Scientist Radio, we interview Ryan Flaherty, Ph.D., who has transitioned from a PhD in Analytical Chemistry into his role as a Patent Agent and shares his experiences with us. In this podcast, you’ll learn: How he transitioned into his current roleWhat are the day-to-day activities of a Patent AgentWhat challenges he faced when entering to this positionWhat does the career trajectory look like for someone in his positionWhat specific skills are necessary for this role and how can PhDs better position themselves for this transition To get advanced access to the full length versions of these podcasts, as well as access to our live training webinars, exclusive training videos, case studies, industry insider documents, transition plan, and private online network, get on the waitlist for the Cheeky Scientist Association now.

Do you know what a product life cycle is? Have you ever thought about applying your PhD transferable skills to a Product Manager role? In this episode of Cheeky Scientist Radio, we interview Michael Papadimitrious, Ph.D., who talks to us about his transition into his current role as a Product Manager and how to best position yourself for a career in this field. In this podcast, you’ll learn: How he transitioned into his current role and why he chose this careerWhat his day-to-day activities as a Product Manager areWhat challenges he faced when entering this professionWhat is the application process like for Product Manager rolesWhat does the career trajectory look like for someone in his positionWhat specific skills are necessary for this role and how can PhDs better position themselves for this transition To get advanced access to the full length versions of these podcasts, as well as access to our live training webinars, exclusive training videos, case studies, industry insider documents, transition plan, and private online network, get on the waitlist for the Cheeky Scientist Association now.

Are you interested in starting your own company? Have you ever wondered what skills are needed to be a CEO? In this episode of Cheeky Scientist Radio, we interview Laura Motta-Mena, Ph.D., who talks about her transition from her postdoc to CEO of her own startup and how she was able to achieve it. In this podcast, you’ll learn: How she transitioned into her current roleWhat are the day-to-day activities of a CEO of a startupWhat challenges she faced when starting her own companyWhat specific skills are necessary to start your own company and how can PhDs better position themselves for this transition To get advanced access to the full length versions of these podcasts, as well as access to our live training webinars, exclusive training videos, case studies, industry insider documents, transition plan, and private online network, get on the waitlist for the Cheeky Scientist Association now.

Do you know what happens after submitting a job application? Would you like to learn how to apply for industry jobs strategically? In this episode of Cheeky Scientist Radio, we interview Darren Ferreira, R&D Talent Acquisition, with experience at Johnson & Johnson and Roche, who explains to us the recruiting and hiring processes in a large pharma company. In this podcast, you’ll learn: Perspectives from a recruiter about job searchingWhat does a recruiter look for in your industry resume and LI profileAn outline of the recruiting and hiring process in a large pharma companyWhat is the best way to approach a recruiter and how can you increase your visibility To get advanced access to the full length versions of these podcasts, as well as access to our live training webinars, exclusive training videos, case studies, industry insider documents, transition plan, and private online network, get on the waitlist for the Cheeky Scientist Association now.

Do you know what behavioral interview questions are? Are you aware of the importance of behavioral questions during the interview process? In this episode of Cheeky Scientist Radio, we interview Anne Marie Segal, who is an executive career coach and best-selling author of Master The Interview and Know Yourself, Grow Your Career. She will shed light on how to ace behavioral questions during any industry interview. In this podcast, you’ll learn: How to prepare for and ace behavioral questionsWhat are the most common behavioral questions in a job interviewHow to create strong answers to behavioral questionsWhat to do if you don’t know the answerWhy industry interviews rely on behavioral questions to hire top candidates To get advanced access to the full length versions of these podcasts, as well as access to our live training webinars, exclusive training videos, case studies, industry insider documents, transition plan, and private online network, get on the waitlist for the Cheeky Scientist Association now.

Have you ever wondered what a Technology Transfer office does? Are you interested in helping innovators bring technologies to the marketplace? In this episode of Cheeky Scientist Radio, we interview Ananda Ghosh, Ph.D., who talks to us about his transition into Technology Transfer and how to best position yourself for a career in this field. In this podcast, you’ll learn: How he transitioned into his current role and why he chose this careerWhat his day-to-day activities areWhat challenges he faced when entering this professionWhat the application process is like for Tech Transfer rolesWhat the career trajectory looks like for someone in this positionWhat specific skills are necessary for this role and how PhDs can better position themselves for this transition To get advanced access to the full length versions of these podcasts, as well as access to our live training webinars, exclusive training videos, case studies, industry insider documents, transition plan, and private online network, get on the waitlist for the Cheeky Scientist Association now.

Would you like to transition to the exciting field of Data Science? Do you know how to leverage your skills for a successful career as a Data Scientist? In this episode of Cheeky Scientist Radio, we interview Shobeir Mazinani, Ph.D., who talks to us about his transition into his role as Data Scientist and how to best position yourself for a career in this field. In this podcast, you’ll learn: How he transitioned into his current role and why he chose this careerWhat the day-to-day activities of a Data Scientist areWhat challenges he faced when entering this professionWhat the application process is like for Data Scientist rolesWhat the career trajectory looks like for someone in this positionWhat specific skills are necessary for this role and how PhDs can better position themselves for this transition To get advanced access to the full length versions of these podcasts, as well as access to our live training webinars, exclusive training videos, case studies, industry insider documents, transition plan, and private online network, get on the waitlist for the Cheeky Scientist Association now.

Do you know how to translate your PhD level scientific background into a career in clinical research? Would you like to know which PhD transferable skills are required for a successful career in clinical research? In this episode of Cheeky Scientist Radio, we interview Yara Pujol, Ph.D., who talks to us about her transition into Clinical Research and how to best position yourself for a career in this field. In this podcast, you’ll learn: How she transitioned into Clinical Research and why she chose this careerWhat the day-to-day activities of a Clinical Research Associate areWhat challenges she faced when entering this professionWhat the career trajectory looks like for someone in this positionWhat specific skills are necessary for this role To get advanced access to the full length versions of these podcasts, as well as access to our live training webinars, exclusive training videos, case studies, industry insider documents, transition plan, and private online network, get on the waitlist for the Cheeky Scientist Association now.

Do you know how to communicate effectively? Are you aware of the critical importance of communication for a successful career in industry? In this episode of Cheeky Scientist Radio, we interview Ethan Becker, Ph.D., author and public speaker who teaches us how to master communication as a tool to building meaningful connections with industry professionals. In this podcast, you’ll learn: Essential communication skills to start a conversation and building a professional relationship at the moment you meet someoneSkills needed to build your confidence both in industry interviews and while on-the-job to ensure you and your team are successfulInsight into the subtleties of communication that affect the behavior of others To get advanced access to the full length versions of these podcasts, as well as access to our live training webinars, exclusive training videos, case studies, industry insider documents, transition plan, and private online network, get on the waitlist for the Cheeky Scientist Association now.

Are you aware of the importance of LinkedIn in your job search strategy? Would you like to learn how to build an attractive LinkedIn profile? In this episode of Cheeky Scientist Radio, we interview Donna Serdula, who is the best-selling author of LinkedIn Makeover and will shed light on how to prepare an effective LinkedIn profile to catch the attention of recruiters and hiring managers. In this podcast, you’ll learn: How to turn your LinkedIn profile into a recruiter magnetHow to leverage your LinkedIn NetworkHow to crank up your impact & results on LinkedIn To get advanced access to the full length versions of these podcasts, as well as access to our live training webinars, exclusive training videos, case studies, industry insider documents, transition plan, and private online network, get on the waitlist for the Cheeky Scientist Association now.

Are you aware of the differences between a job search from a recruiter versus a candidate’s perspective? Do you know what a recruiter is looking for in a potential job candidate? In this episode of Cheeky Scientist Radio, we interview Nina Mazurova, who is an experienced recruiting manager that has worked across the Pharma and Biotech Industry. She shares various aspects of transitioning into industry from the eyes of an experienced recruiter. In this podcast, you’ll learn: How to find your next job opportunityPerspectives from a recruiter about job searchingWhat does a recruiter look for in your industry resumeWhat is the best way to approach a recruiter and how can you increase your visibility To get advanced access to the full length versions of these podcasts, as well as access to our live training webinars, exclusive training videos, case studies, industry insider documents, transition plan, and private online network, get on the waitlist for the Cheeky Scientist Association now.