Holly Prescott
@holby83
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PhD & postdoc careers devotee #withaphd & FHEA. Trainer in post-PhD careers beyond academia. PhD careers blogger. P/T writer for @RNIB Living with #AZOOR 👁
Birmingham, England
Joined April 2009
*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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RT @WeAreTandF: Postgrad careers adviser Holly Prescott shares her tips on crafting the perfect academic CV @holby83 @ThePhDPlace @scispac…
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*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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RT @ThePhDPlace: Crafting the Perfect Academic CV: Expert Tips by @holby83 🚀💼 Tip 3: Use clear terminology: Avoid jargon that confuses re…
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@danjohnsonhymns @DrVikkiBurns Thanks for listening! I’ve got more on academic adjacent careers here if you’re interested :)
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RT @UoBGradSchool: Can chaos theory and careers theory be related to each other? Yes! @holby83 from @Careersbham explains how, and shows th…
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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.
@Akborum @JulietDryden 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 💯 #IRCareers #ECRs #BISA2024
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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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@mdravenscroft @BAVS_PGs Thank you for coming along Michelle, and for your questions and suggestions!
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*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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@Fazeley_Studios Hi there… I was in the audience for Late Night Lycett last night and wondered if a driving licence had been handed to lost property at all? Thanks Holly
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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)
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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: or YouTube:
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*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
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