The Social Breakdown

(Re-release) SOC409 - The PhD's Guide to Getting a Non-Academic Job

Apr 26, 2023
Explore the challenges of transitioning from academia to non-academic jobs, tips on job searching using LinkedIn and Indeed, translating academic skills for job applications, leveraging sociology PhD skills in various sectors, importance of extracurricular activities on resumes, and highlighting diverse experiences on CVs for career advancement.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 5min
2
Navigating Non-Academic Job Market
05:05 • 14min
3
Navigating Non-Academic Job Search
19:00 • 19min
4
Navigating Job Application Requirements with Academic Skills
37:45 • 2min
5
Navigating Non-Academic Job Opportunities with a Sociology PhD
39:27 • 2min
6
Leveraging Extracurricular Activities for Job Opportunities
41:11 • 2min
7
Navigating CVs, Skills, and Unusual Mask Designs
43:24 • 3min
8
Challenges of Young Startups in the Shadow of Social Media Giants
46:49 • 2min