Grad: How to Write a Resume that Hiring Managers Will Actually Read

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November 6, 2024
12:00PM - 12:45PM
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2024-11-06 12:00:00 2024-11-06 12:45:00 Grad: How to Write a Resume that Hiring Managers Will Actually Read November 6th - 12:00 - 12:45 pm ETPhDs and Postdocs often approach resume writing as a self-reflective exercise — they “convert” their CV into a resume and focus on their academic accomplishments. But if you’re trying to catch a hiring manager’s attention, this is a failed strategy. Instead, PhDs and postdocs should treat their resume as a persuasive document, designed to convince a hiring manager to contact you for an interview. An effective resume focuses less on your list of accomplishments and more on describing how you can solve a hiring manager’s problems. This webinar is designed for doctoral students, PhDs, and postdocs from all academic disciplines who are wondering: What do I need to include in my resume?What are common mistakes PhDs make on the resume?How can I apply more effective strategies to ensure my resume catches the attention of the hiring manager?Register EXTERNALLY at: https://institutions.beyondprof.com/webinar-resume-hiring-managers/ The ASC Center for Career and Professional Success partners with Beyond Graduate School and Beyond the Professoriate to deliver professional development training designed specifically for master's and doctoral students, PhDs, and postdocs looking to launch new careers. Beyond the Professoriate and Beyond Graduate School may pose some difficulty for those who require the use of assistive technologies. If you have difficulty using these platforms please contact the Assistant Dean of the Career Services office, Tricia Zelaya-Leon on “zelaya-leon.1@osu.edu” and she will arrange for personal support for your use of the platforms. Virtual Event America/New_York public

November 6th - 12:00 - 12:45 pm ET

PhDs and Postdocs often approach resume writing as a self-reflective exercise — they “convert” their CV into a resume and focus on their academic accomplishments. But if you’re trying to catch a hiring manager’s attention, this is a failed strategy. 

Instead, PhDs and postdocs should treat their resume as a persuasive document, designed to convince a hiring manager to contact you for an interview. An effective resume focuses less on your list of accomplishments and more on describing how you can solve a hiring manager’s problems. 

This webinar is designed for doctoral students, PhDs, and postdocs from all academic disciplines who are wondering: 

  • What do I need to include in my resume?
  • What are common mistakes PhDs make on the resume?
  • How can I apply more effective strategies to ensure my resume catches the attention of the hiring manager?

Register EXTERNALLY at: https://institutions.beyondprof.com/webinar-resume-hiring-managers/ 

The ASC Center for Career and Professional Success partners with Beyond Graduate School and Beyond the Professoriate to deliver professional development training designed specifically for master's and doctoral students, PhDs, and postdocs looking to launch new careers. 

Beyond the Professoriate and Beyond Graduate School may pose some difficulty for those who require the use of assistive technologies. If you have difficulty using these platforms please contact the Assistant Dean of the Career Services office, Tricia Zelaya-Leon on “zelaya-leon.1@osu.edu” and she will arrange for personal support for your use of the platforms.