{"id":11414,"date":"2020-02-22T18:55:54","date_gmt":"2020-02-22T23:55:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ioadvisory.com\/?p=11414"},"modified":"2020-07-07T08:16:52","modified_gmt":"2020-07-07T12:16:52","slug":"phd-jobs-advanced-degree-obstacles","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ioadvisory.com\/blog\/phd-jobs-advanced-degree-obstacles\/","title":{"rendered":"Could a PhD be Holding You Back?"},"content":{"rendered":"

It\u2019s counter-intuitive. Your PhD should be an invincible asset, yet without some finesse, it can become what this science-career website<\/a> says is more like a problematic hiring detriment<\/em>.<\/p>\n

\"Phd<\/a>Over 6,000 people graduate with PhD degrees in Canada every year. Only 10-20 percent become tenured professors. The other 80 – 90 percent of PhDs in Canada work outside academia<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Many holders of a PhD are not well-prepared for life outside academia. Professors groom PhD\u00a0candidates for future work as academics, and not so much for non-academic PhD jobs. When your life is lived on a university campus amongst other academics, one result is that you may not be accustomed to explaining your unique\u00a0skills and deeply specialized knowledge in a way that people outside universities can understand.<\/p>\n

As a PhD myself, I understand the predicament. More importantly, given how I use my PhD, I can help super-smart, super-specialized people find work. In particular, I can help these highly specialized PhD job seekers practice for job interviews, so they are ready to demonstrate their transferable and soft skills in a way that resonates with hiring managers and HR people.<\/p>\n

Here are a few ideas and concrete strategies.<\/p>\n

1. Practise, practise, practise. Practise talking. Practise small talk. Practise being concise.<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"practice<\/a>Outside the academic world, communication has to be concise. Whether you\u2019re in an interview or writing an email, avoid the temptation to go into deep detail when it isn\u2019t needed. Practise explaining your specialization in a very concise, easy-to-understand way. Find a friend or family member who is not from your field of study to test your scripts.<\/p>\n

Practise your answers for interviews. Practise in front of a mirror. Watch your body language with a critical eye.<\/p>\n

Sometimes a candidate will have to meet the team as part of the interview process. The truth is you may not be in the habit of making small talk with people who aren\u2019t experts in your specific area. A little practice can go a long way. Practising small talk can help calm anxiety, help you organize your thoughts and help you come across as approachable and a good fit.<\/p>\n

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If you find phone calls difficult \u2013 and many people do \u2013 phone coaching<\/a> is always an option.<\/p>\n

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2. Reframe your story to fit your job search.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Your cover letter is where you tell your story and explain to the hiring manager or HR why you\u2019re a great choice as their new hire. It\u2019s where you connect the dots between your work, what you studied, and the organization you\u2019d like to join. A good clear cover letter is crucial. Your cover letter only has to convey what you wish to convey, it doesn\u2019t need to address everything that you mastered in grad school. Learn more about cover letters here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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\"Classic<\/a>Sometimes from a job description, you may feel you are an excellent fit for a position, but your skills and experience don\u2019t match the requirements. When this happens, I almost always advise my clients to make their case.<\/p>\n

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People are busy. Consequently, many hiring managers and HR folks default to looking for the same types of candidates that they have always hired. It\u2019s easier and less time-consuming. Sometimes employers are not aware of alternative ways that candidates can be qualified to fill a role. When it presents unexpected, but appropriate qualifications, education, and skills, a well-written\u00a0cover letter<\/a>\u00a0or a simple conversation can prevent a strong candidate from being screened out. (Learn more about how being different from the other candidates<\/a> can be a good thing.)<\/p>\n

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\u00a03. <\/strong>Practise \u201cactive waiting.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Your knowledge is highly specialized. There aren\u2019t many PhD jobs to begin with, and there are only a handful of jobs that will suit your qualifications. It is a simple case of supply and demand. It may take time to land a job in your field. If you don\u2019t manage your job search well, it can become discouraging.<\/p>\n

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What is active waiting? Active waiting means meeting new people, staying in touch with your network, and investing even a little more in yourself with some coaching. \u00a0This first-person article from Science Mag<\/a> has some good ideas.<\/p>\n

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4. Consider Leadership\/Executive Coaching.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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For talented professionals, there is often a point in their careers where they realize that in order to take the next step, they need to become better leaders. This may be because they plan to establish or grow their own practice, take on a more senior leadership role, or take on other bigger mandates or goals.<\/p>\n

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\"phd<\/a>If you\u2019re moving into a leadership role, some executive coaching can really make a difference. Leadership or executive coaching<\/a> is a smart choice for professionals who want to make full use of their potential.<\/p>\n

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Your education isn\u2019t generic, the advice you receive shouldn\u2019t be either. Get in touch for one-on-one\u00a0career coaching and professional development for professionals<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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You may reach out via\u00a0direct message through\u00a0Twitter<\/a>,\u00a0Facebook<\/a>, or\u00a0LinkedIn<\/a>\u00a0to\u00a0learn more or book a\u00a0free initial phone consultation<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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You may also call me directly at\u00a0613-424-8689<\/strong>\u00a0or\u00a01-888-878-8861<\/strong> or send an email to\u00a0helen@ioadvisory.com<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>to discuss these services.<\/p>\n

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If something\u00a0urgent<\/strong>\u00a0comes up, I am also available by voice or video calls on\u00a0Magnifi<\/strong><\/a>, an expertise-on-demand app.<\/p>\n

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More than career coaching,\u00a0it\u2019s career psychology<\/em>\u00ae.<\/p>\n

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I\/O Advisory Services<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 Building Resilient Careers and Organizations.\u2122<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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