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Don't Miss Week 2 of the Global Career Series: Breaking into Tech in 2024! Brought to you by @beyondborders Featuring insights from industry experts Edewe O (PMP), Iyanuoluwa Odebode, Ph.D, Martins Udotai, Amarachi Kalu Onuma and facilitated by our CEO Dr. Oluwagbemisola Adetayo., ICP-ACC Join on May 18th as they tackle the BIG questions about breaking into the tech industry. Dive deep into discussions on emerging innovations, top-demand skills, and the power of networking and mentorships. Get ready to unlock new opportunities and propel your career forward in the dynamic world of technology! Link to register in comments! . . . #TechCareer #CareerSeries #StrategyInsights #ProfessionalDevelopment #GlobalNetworking

Curious about the evolution of campus partners? 🤔 What is it like to work at an agency, build a business, serve as a consultant? Join the May Real Talk Higher Ed as we dive into this topic! Whether you're on campus or looking to enhance your work with partners, this discussion is for you. Hear from the experts: Ana M. Rossetti, Ed.D., Carrie Lovelace Petr, Ph.D., PCC, BCC, and Seth Odell – all former campus professionals who've become high-impact partners who want to see higher ed not just survive, but thrive. We'll explore: - Why so many are choosing this evolving career path - How strategic partnerships benefit institutions - Strategies to improve collaborations and communications This candid conversation can help you thrive in your current role and understand the changing landscape. 🤝 Registration is open now — and we'll see you May 30 at 10 am PT/ 1 pm ET. https://lnkd.in/g8HiFqmB

How not to answer the interview question "Tell me a bit about yourself"... 𝗗𝗼𝗻'𝘁 𝗱𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 "Well, it all started in 1994 in New Mexico, where I was the 3rd child in a family of 5....I was always interested in science, and even though I loved bike riding and baseball, I decided one day to enroll in a science fair....(35 minutes later), and that's how I got here today." Some people might find that story interesting, but I can promise you that this is not what the hiring manager was asking for. It won't help you get the job. 𝗗𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗱 Spend 90-120 seconds talking about 3 career highlights or accomplishments. Have those highlights relate directly to the things that the role says are requirements. That's it. Seriously. 𝗪𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗱 𝗲𝘅𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀? We'll go through that in the Trulitica Life Science Biotech Careers Course. 👉Presale begins Feb 05 for $175 👉Course Launches on March 15 Click here to learn more: https://lnkd.in/greSKCTY #biotechnology, #careers

Looking forward to this Science Careers panel hosted by The Non-Conformist Scientist and Chaperone! I'll be sharing some of my top 10 tips on the post-training scientist career transition. Like, what factors to consider in deciding on an academic vs. non-academic path. Are you considering this?

I am one of the panelists in the discussion “How to Succeed in Academia as a Young Scientist” Here is the link for registration. #AYS #mentorship

Are you ready to take your career GLOBAL? Join our upcoming Community Workshop We are excited to announce our next workshop in collaboration with PROPEL, a leading platform connecting top talent with global tech opportunities! This workshop will equip you with the knowledge and tools to excel in the international tech job market. What you'll learn: 📌 Propel profile optimization strategies: Attract global recruiters with a profile that showcases your skills and experience. 📌 Expert guidance on landing global tech jobs: Learn the secrets to standing out from the competition and securing your dream role abroad. 📌 Financing your international move: Explore options to make your global career goals a reality. 📌 Valuable networking & Q&A: Connect with fellow CAWSTEM members and Propel experts to gain exclusive insights and answer your questions. Don't miss this opportunity to propel your career onto the global stage! Join the community to attend at www.cawstem.org #CAWSTEM #Propel #GlobalTechJobs #CareerDevelopment #WomenInSTEM #Community

Academics who transitioned to non-academic careers: How long did it take you to find your first role? What skills did you leverage from your experiences in higher education to get a position in your new industry? How did you go about networking with individuals in a new-to-you industry?

Reflecting on my journey post-graduation in 2021, I embarked on the quest for job opportunities, eager to apply my skills and knowledge gained from university. However, a recurring obstacle emerged – the requirement for a mandatory one-year service with the National Youth Service Corp (NYSC). Despite my active involvement in work since 2020, this prerequisite persisted. In 2023, having completed my national service, I eagerly resumed my job hunt, only to encounter a new challenge: the demand for experienced professionals. Undeterred, I persisted, leveraging my accumulated five years of diverse experience. Yet, the latest setback baffles me. Recently, during a promising interview, I faced the disheartening reality that my extensive experience outside the pharmaceutical industry rendered me ineligible. Despite meeting all other criteria – education, skills, and a commendable CV – my lack of pharmaceutical industry experience was deemed insurmountable. This predicament prompts a crucial question: how does one gain industry-specific experience when opportunities seem exclusively reserved for those who already possess it? I share this not as a plea for sympathy, but rather as a call for reflection and dialogue. How can we bridge this experience gap for passionate professionals eager to contribute their talents, regardless of industry-specific background? Let's start a conversation and explore innovative solutions to empower individuals like myself to break through these barriers and contribute meaningfully to diverse industries.

According to reports, the most selective consulting firms hire 1-3% of applicants. 😬 Data shows that having a senior professional in your network yields the strongest career results, but #firstgen students' networks are inherently limited--at first. Many of us found in our own recruiting experiences that our target companies were actively investing in recruiting and retaining first generation talent, and that people like us were more than happy to share insights and guidance along the way. This week we hosted our second summer "check-in" with the incoming class of first generation MBA candidates at the University of Notre Dame - Mendoza College of Business. We pulled back the curtain on networking, answering questions about: why network, how to network, who to target, and how to tell your first generation story. See below for the slide deck (including real-life examples of networking emails, agendas, and pitches) and share your own advice in the comments. 🍀

PhDs want jobs where they feel valued and respected by their colleagues. Who doesn't? You thought an academic work environment would give you the freedom, autonomy, and flexibility you desired. But it turns out that while you in theory have a lot of independence, in practice you're overburdened with teaching, research, or administrative work you can never seen to get a break from. Instead of feeding your soul, this career is eating away at your physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. Money is important, and these measly cost of living adjustments aren't cutting it. You're falling further and further behind where you want to be. Meanwhile, your colleagues are leaving for other positions or retiring and their lines aren't being replaced. Staff are overworked too. So you're doing more and more for less and less. Does any of this resonate with your experience? These are the kinds of realities my professor clients experience, and why they start working with me by joining the PhD Career Clarity Program. I'm grateful for their trust in me, to help guide them toward better options and support them as they apply, interview, and negotiate their way into great-fit roles elsewhere. If you'd like to learn more about my approach to the job search for professors, postdocs, and other PhDs who are ready to leave academia, you can start with my free training. This is an 80-minute video you can watch anytime >>>https://lnkd.in/gthPbZdN For more details on the 6-month self-paced program with regular live coaching and workshops, visit this page >>> https://lnkd.in/gkn_chSt