PhD Transition Report On Demand

Nov 10 2024 500 ep. 5 mins 72

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#697 What’s Your “Walkaway Number”?

Nov 10 2024 5 mins

Having a walkaway number ensures you don’t settle for less than you deserve and keeps you grounded during negotiations.

#696 Your Technical Skills Already Outdated?

Nov 06 2024 4 mins

Emphasize these skills on your resume and during interviews to demonstrate your ability to learn quickly and adapt to new technology.

#695 Genius Move, Or Idiotic? - Using AI To Apply For You

Nov 06 2024 5 mins

Using reverse AI recruitment software might seem like a time-saving solution. However, it can –and often does – backfire.

#694 Job Market Whiplash. Why It Feels So Hard To Get Hired Now Versus Before

Nov 02 2024 14 mins

In today's episode of Cheeky Scientist News, we discuss an article from the New York Times that breaks down the sluggish job market and why it feels even worse because of how hot the job market used to be. We also talk about how this job market is different from those of the past and how you can use your skills and degrees to get hired anyway.

#693 Why PhDs Now Dominate All Of Industry

Oct 30 2024 6 mins

PhDs know how to ask the right questions, gather relevant data, and interpret findings to inform business strategies.

#692 How To Create A Killer Bullet Point

Oct 24 2024 5 mins

The first thing that you need to remember when it comes to bullet points is that each one should communicate a clear, concise message: that you are the best fit for the job.

#688 6X People To Ignore During Your Job Search

Oct 24 2024 5 mins

Hiring managers have a job to do: find the best candidate for their company. Their advice will naturally be biased towards what benefits their organization, not necessarily what benefits you.

#686 The 5X Stages Of Grief Of Leaving Academia

Oct 24 2024 6 mins

Getting the job is the goal, but most of us don’t think about the hard work of starting a new routine, learning new skills, feeling out of our element.

#691 Massive Job Market Correction For PhDs. The Truth Comes Out.

Oct 19 2024 12 mins

In today's Cheeky Scientist News Show, we discuss the not-so-secret push by some major tech companies to make resumes obsolete. We also discuss the AI systems that are helping this happen by making it impossible for employers to tell a "good fit" resume from a "bad fit" resume. But, what's replacing them? We discuss it here.

#690 Success Is The Best Revenge

Oct 18 2024 6 mins

Your decision to transition to industry is based on your unique skills, aspirations, and the current job market. Trust in your choices and the steps you’re taking.