PhD Transition Report Podcast
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Chief Executive Officer Cheeky Scientist
The premier podcast by industry PhDs. With thousands of monthly listeners, the Cheeky Scientist PhD Job Search Report podcast is dedicated to helping PhDs transition into their first or next industry position. Every episode provides leading edge insights on how PhDs can avoid career failure and job search rejections, and instead attract hiring managers and recruiters to get hired into top industry jobs. Recent shows cover industry resumes, LinkedIn profiles, creating a job search strategy, identifying surging career tracks and avoiding dead end career tracks, successfully preparing for and passing phone screens, video interviews and site visits, and much more. This show features top industry PhDs in 50+ different industry positions. Subscribe now and listen.
#541 Unique Industry Advantages Of PhDs & EdDs
Tuesday May 7, 2024
Your ability to learn and integrate new technological tools gives them an edge in a job market that increasingly relies on AI and machine learning.
#540 The Messy Art Of Building Relationships To Get Hired
Monday May 6, 2024
When approached with sincerity and a mindset of mutual growth, networking can be an enriching and rewarding experience, both professionally and personally.
#539 How To Give Employers Scientific Certainty That You Are The Best Job Candidate
Sunday May 5, 2024
By adopting certain strategies and maintaining a productive mindset, you can navigate the job search process more smoothly and effectively.
#538 Fuming Mad At Today’s Job Market? Try This
Friday May 3, 2024
By adopting certain strategies and maintaining a productive mindset, you can navigate the job search process more smoothly and effectively.
#537 New, Precise Data For The Job Market
Thursday May 2, 2024
Rather than getting discouraged after a few applications, prepare to play the long game, ensuring each resume is tailored and of high quality.
#536 Feel Invisible To Employers? Check Your Expectations
Wednesday May 1, 2024
Setting realistic expectations during a job search is crucial to navigating the process with resilience and maintaining a positive outlook.
#535 Do This When Your Job Search Breaks You Mentally
Tuesday April 30, 2024
While job searching can be demanding, implementing these strategies can significantly alleviate stress and prevent burnout.
#534 5X New Surprising Resume Trends
Monday April 29, 2024
A bad strategy applied harder doesn’t make it a good strategy.
#533 Decoding Overqualification: Job Search Strategies For Highly Educated Job Seekers
Sunday April 28, 2024
In this episode of Cheeky Scientist News, you'll learn how to communicate on your resume, LinkedIn profile and in person to a hiring manager in a way that overcomes their number one concern: that you are overqualified.
#532 5X Powerful Job Search Habits
Friday April 26, 2024
These strategies are designed to enhance your job search in 2024, aligning with the current trends and expectations in the job market.
#531 Time To Get Out Of Academia
Thursday April 25, 2024
As PhDs, it’s our moral obligation to confront the data. The academic system is more broken than it has ever been for PhDs and there’s no fixing it.
#530 AI Resume Filters Killing Your Job Search?
Wednesday April 24, 2024
Don't let AI filters dim your career prospects. Adapt, strategize, and remember, your value extends far beyond the confines of academia.
#529 Cover Letter Secrets Changing The Industry
Tuesday April 23, 2024
A well-written cover letter is your chance to make a strong first impression, so invest the time to make it compelling and tailored to each job application.
#528 Say This And You're Not Negotiating, You're Begging
Monday April 22, 2024
It’s common for PhDs to feel overwhelmed by the salary negotiation process and many sabotage their chances of getting paid well.
#527 How You Are Being Ranked By AI In Today's Job Market (& How To Increase Your Ranking)
Sunday April 21, 2024
Protect your reputation score in your job search. How well your resume does on job boards is tracked and shared.
#526 New Salary Negotiation Tactics & What To Enter For Salary Expectations On Job Portals
Saturday April 20, 2024
Dive into what hiring managers want to hear during salary negotiations now, including what salary ranges you can expect this year.
#525 Want An R&D Job You'll Have To Answer This
Friday April 19, 2024
Focus on your adaptability, problem-solving skills, communication, collaboration, and of course, perseverance.
Beat AI With These Resume Strategies
Thursday April 18, 2024
ATSs are used by 99% of Global 500 companies, 66% of large companies, and 35% of small organizations, according to a recent survey from Jobscan.
Questions That Show You're Management Material
Wednesday April 17, 2024
Despite not having the “manager” title, you were doing just that throughout your PhD and beyond.
Research & Analysis, A PhD’s Secret Employability Weapon
Tuesday April 16, 2024
In today's fast-paced, data-driven world, the ability to dissect information, predict trends, and provide insightful recommendations is more valuable than ever.