PhD Transition Report Podcast

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.

In this episode of Cheeky Scientist News, we discuss top statements that will get employers to hire you over other job candidates and how "problem matching" on your resume and during interviews and get employers to give you a "yes".

You should always address the elephant in the room, but you need to do so professionally.

Expand your job search and start considering more diverse roles. Sometimes you’re being ignored simply because you’ve limited the scope of your search.

Your PhD is what will get you hired over someone else, if you communicate the skills you gained by getting your degree in a way that employers can understand.

Employers value engagement and follow-through, and your lack of it can whisper tales of apathy or desperation, echoing loudly in the halls of lost opportunities​​.

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In this episode of Career Leadership, hosts Donna Serdula and Isaiah Hankel delve into the significance of personal advocacy in shaping your career. Donna shares a compelling story about how she took the lead in opposing a local development project near her home, despite her busy schedule and initial reluctance.

In this episode of Cheeky Scientist, we discuss how to increase your Social Selling Index online and how to attract more employers to your professional online profiles. We also discuss how to do advanced Boolean searches for jobs that are a good fit for you by using combinations of search terms such as skills, groups, companies and more.

Engage with your professional network and let them know you are looking for opportunities - loudly if you can, as in posting about it on LinkedIn and making phone calls, as this can significantly increase your chances of getting noticed.

Adopt and maintain a growth mindset. A growth mindset is the belief that abilities can be developed through dedication and hard work and it is essential for resilience.

Selling yourself to an employer doesn't have to involve compromising your authenticity or values. Instead, focus on showcasing your true self, your unique strengths, and your passion for the role and the organization.

It's not just about securing a higher-paying job; it's about acquiring knowledge, skills, and experiences that can enrich your life in countless ways.