PhD Transition Report Podcast

You are getting closer. You are making progress. You’re in the arena. The haters are not. They’re just on the sidelines looking in. They’re powerless to stop you. Keep going.

In this episode of Career Leadership, hosts Donna Serdula and Isaiah Hankel explore the extreme lengths some job seekers might go to secure employment. Donna shares a deeply disturbing story about a job seeker who created a fake LinkedIn account and job posting to gather information about competitors.

In this episode of the Cheeky Scientist News, we discuss the 2 biggest sticking points for job seekers right now. If you're stuck, you're either not getting enough interviews. Or, you're not converting enough interviews.

It’s not what you add to your resume as much as it’s what you subtract from it that will help you get through today’s AI.

While these quirky interview questions can catch you off guard, they also provide an opportunity to showcase creativity, problem-solving skills, and personality traits that might not be evident through traditional interview questions.

The person who gets hired is the person who makes the best case for their candidacy and who games the AI filters. Period.

Creating a resume that effectively navigates through today's Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) requires a strategic approach to content, layout, and design.

Today we’re going to check in about some outdated things that you should delete from your resume if you haven’t yet.

In this episode of Career Leadership with Donna & Isaiah, learn about how professionals are turning to starting their own businesses during their job search, or doing fractional executive work in addition to their full time jobs.

In today’s episode of Cheeky Scientist News, we discuss how to understanding a job posting, including how to parse the posting into 3 key sections and how to match your resume to each section correctly. We also discuss resume headlines and the power of a strong Professional Summary and how to write one.

Getting hired in today's landscape requires a recalibration of expectations. It's not a sprint; it's a strategic marathon.

Despite not having the “manager” title, you were doing just that throughout your PhD and beyond.

Negotiating a remote work arrangement requires a thoughtful, benefits-focused approach, thorough preparation, and a willingness to compromise.

Salary negotiation is not just about stating your desired number; it's about engaging in a dialogue that uncovers the most competitive offer a company can extend.

Success often comes down to perseverance, but a compelling personal narrative can make all the difference. Join Donna and Isaiah as they examine the art of storytelling in your job search, sharing how to craft a background and persona that resonates with employers. Discover how to cultivate an aspirational mindset and present your best self during your job search.

In today’s episode of Cheeky Scientist News, we discuss the power of questions to get a response from an employee working at a company and how to turn that response into a meaningful professional conversation and a referral. The science behind this specific line of questioning is reviewed, as well as how to ask the right questions during an interview when an employer says “Do you have any questions for me”.

When faced with a precise figure, the other party is more likely to assume that you have a strong understanding of the value of what's being negotiated.

The key overall is understanding that the "desired salary" field isn't just a formality; it's a crucial part of your application that can significantly influence the hiring process.

Never forget that today’s ATS and AI screening tools, and the gatekeepers themselves, are screening tools, not selection tools.

By aligning your current skills, academic or otherwise, with industry needs, you can position yourself as a valuable asset ready to tackle real-world challenges, drive innovation, and contribute to organizational success