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*NEW PhD CAREERS BLOG POST* What to do when you don't meet some of the job 'requirements?'
I've devised an approach inspired by baking (humour me...) to see how you can substitute out ‘ingredients’ (requirements) for others that do a similar job.
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*Free post-PhD careers webinar open to all*
Got questions about careers and next steps post-PhD? Want some solidarity and to feel less alone in the process? Join us for a free webinar chat on 29th April, 2 time slots available!
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Ok folks, I’ve done it! You can now find me on BlueSky… bsky.app/profile/holby83.bsk…
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Postgrad careers adviser Holly Prescott shares her tips on crafting the perfect academic CV
@holby83 @ThePhDPlace @scispace
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#PhDs #ECRs
*NEW POST* How can you ‘repackage’ your PhD experience to appeal to employers with different interests and needs? That’s the focus of this month’s post to help you develop the perfect pitch: #phdlife #phdcareers #altac
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Crafting the Perfect Academic CV: Expert Tips by @holby83 🚀💼
Tip 3: Use clear terminology: Avoid jargon that confuses recruiters. Be explicit about your skills & experience.
Read more on The PhD Place blog, #Sponsored by @scispace
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*NEW POST* Thus month we look at:
✅ How to identify employers who value PhDs
✅ How to convince employers who aren’t deliberately looking for PhDs
✅ Managing conversations with employers who don’t fully ‘get’ PhDs
@ThePhDPlace @AltAcChats #phdlife
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Very much enjoyed my recent invitation to join a panel for @MYBISA #BISA2024 - some great questions led to discussing how working for NGOs/ UN directly isn’t the only option… many consultancies have these organisations as their clients, a route that is often less mentioned.
Holly comments on the changing job landscape and the importance of career management skills
Holly identifies a few key areas:
1. Understanding what employers want
2. Extrapolating from your research
3. Reflecting on your experiences
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#IRCareers #ECRs #BISA2024
A milestone this week: my PhD careers blog ‘PostGradual’ hit 50,000 visitors! When I started it in 2021 I had no idea it would lead to podcast interviews, invitations to deliver talks & workshops, & more. Let’s see where it goes next!
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Great to talk to @BAVS_PGs with @DrSarahParker about translating skills beyond academia, navigating job applications, ‘over-qualification,’ & more. Remember, academia is like 20 jobs all rolled into one so you have LOADS to offer, not just research & teaching!
Thanks to @BAVS_PGs and @holby83 for a relaxed and informative discussion about career paths for Victorianists. Lots of practical advice re next steps and job applications 🙏 #phdlife #PGR #CareerSuccess
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Calling all BAVS members: check your emails for a video workshop on Beyond the ‘Obvious’: Exploring Careers for Victorianists with Dr. Holly Prescott @holby83, PhD Careers Specialist. Follow-up live Q&A on Tuesday 11 June at 5pm (BST).
*NEW POST* How can you turn your PhD research into:
⭐️ Extra income?
⭐️ Work experience?
⭐️ A ‘portfolio career?’
⭐️ Impact beyond academia?
⭐️ Even, maybe, a job?
In this month’s post I outline a simple framework that can help you work this out:
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Thanks to @DrSarahParker & @BAVS_PGs for this commission! We’re doing a Q&A on next career steps for Victorianists to launch a video workshop on the same theme. Victorianists - heads up.
If you’re from another academic association & would like something similar, get in touch!
Beyond the ‘Obvious’: Exploring Careers for Victorianists, with Dr Holly Prescott, PhD Careers Specialist (launching 31 May 2024) victorianist.wordpress.com/2…
NEW PODCAST CHAT! Great to talk to Nigel from @CareersUWS about post-PhD careers. Listen for:
✅ Things to think about if you’re considering staying in academia
✅ How PhD skills are valuable beyond academia
✅ Why you shouldn’t feel bad for being a ‘naughty research student’
Our latest episode of the Careers Café Podcast is now available. In this episode we are discussing Post-PhD Careers with thanks to our guest @holby83
Listen on Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/6LW… or YouTube: youtu.be/5KdsnOjdVig
*NEW POST* How do you get the most from LinkedIn as a PhD/ postdoc? I spoke to @EliTheScientist for tips on:
✅ Making yourself visible
✅ Using LinkedIn to make a 'soft exit' into industry
✅ Getting started if you’re anxious
✅ Dealing with haters
phd-careers.co.uk/2024/04/08…
Online careers event for Law PGRs! By @IALS_law
Whether you’re interested in academic careers, legal practice, or something totally different, this event will show some of the options available. Tuesday 12th March 2-5pm
@bhamlaw @BLSPGR @CAL_Postgrads
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*NEW BLOG POST* How can you use research skills to find your next steps post-PhD? This post gives 3 simple examples of how thesis-related ‘hacks’ can be repurposed for job hunting. There must be LOADS more…comment yours below! @ThePhDPlace @mgsesrcdtp
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Hello @unibirmingham PGRs!
Want experience of applying your research skills beyond academia, and to get a taste of what ‘consultancy’ is like?
Join us for PGR Virtual Consultancy Challenge! It’s all online, so you don’t have to Brum-based to take part:
bham.targetconnect.net/leap/…
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Sorry, every other English town or city. If you think you have the best street name in your ends, I’m afraid Loughborough has just beaten you #streetname #loughborough #inglepingle @lborouniversity
*NEW BLOG POST* Time in academia can leave us prioritising ‘thinking’ over ‘acting’. How can we overcome this & take charge of career transition into industry? I spoke to @dgiltner32 about this - see below for top tips! @AltAcChats @ThePhDPlace
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