Transition Tom-Transition Assistance

Example

Converting academic CVs to industry-standard resumes by identifying and articulating transferable skills and experiences.

Scenario

A postdoctoral researcher aiming for a consultant role can receive advice on emphasizing project management, data analysis, and collaborative skills, tailoring their academic accomplishments to the consultancy context.

Example

Performing targeted searches to find relevant job ads and providing live links to active and reliable job postings.

Scenario

For a recent graduate in social sciences, Transition Tom could identify roles in market research or user experience research that match their skill set, guiding them to apply where their background in qualitative and quantitative research is valued.

Example

Helping academics rephrase scholarly achievements in terms business leaders can appreciate, such as turning 'conducted comprehensive studies on X' into 'applied advanced analysis techniques to solve Y'.

Scenario

An academic with a background in computational biology looking to move into biotech startups might be guided to highlight their experience in algorithm development and data modeling in ways that underline their potential contribution to product development and innovation.

Example

Offering insights into the cultural differences between academic and industry environments, including communication styles, team collaboration, and interview preparation.

Scenario

Assisting someone from a heavily research-focused environment understand the pace and project delivery expectations in a startup, including preparing for dynamic team roles and direct client interactions.