PhD Transition Report Podcast

By strategically framing our academic backgrounds as assets rather than liabilities, we can better navigate the industry job market.

Get empowered with Donna & Isaiah with today's topic on how to harness AI indicators of success and combine them with your unique human strengths to achieve your career goals.

Unemployment rates are low and monthly job reports are high. So why can't highly skilled, highly educated job seekers get hired?

To counteract the overqualified label, PhDs should focus on tailoring their application to match the job's requirements closely.

This is your chance to dispel any concerns about your overqualification and to demonstrate how your background can be an asset.

Understanding why industry employers may view PhDs as overqualified and recognizing the signs can empower candidates to navigate job applications more effectively.

Showing that you’re not just looking for a job but are deeply interested in the work itself indicates a naturally critical and analytical mindset.

Answering "Why are you leaving academia?" offers a unique opportunity to showcase your motivations, aspirations, and the value you bring to industry.

By understanding how to project certainty through consensus, repetition, ease, and preparedness to defend your qualifications, you can more effectively persuade interviewers of your suitability for the role.

One of the biggest mistakes PhDs make when interviewing is not adapting to the interviewer's communication style.

Avoiding these mistakes requires self-awareness, preparation, and the ability to adapt to the dynamics of the interview.

Applying to multiple jobs at the same company at once can be perceived as unfocused or desperate, which is not the first impression you want to make.

While not every reposted job will lead to success, your proactive approach and willingness to refine your application can improve your chances in the future.

When you're applying for a position without having all the skills, your resume should be more than a list of experiences; it should tell a story of your learning journey.

Hiring managers are more likely to pay immediate attention to candidates recommended by trusted colleagues, increasing your chances of being considered for the role

By taking these steps after applying for a job, you're not just waiting for an opportunity; you're actively pursuing it, and in today's job market, that's a distinction that can make all the difference.

The new limit necessitates a more strategic approach to LinkedIn outreach, emphasizing the value of each connection request and the need for personalization to maximize the effectiveness of each invite.

A recent report published in Fast Company found that 91% of alumni connections are willing to refer a fellow alum.

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Excluding quantified results from your resume is enough to get an automated rejection or silence. Many of today's AI filters will also screen out your resume if you use round numbers.