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As academics, we are used to doing everything by ourselves. But the pivot to industry is not something you have to go alone. Take advantage of all the tips I've picked up along the way talking to thousands of PhD Pivoters just like you. Book a time for us to chat today to kickstart your transition!
First Post-PhD Job Salary Database
What is a reasonable salary you can expect? If you are used to getting paid $15,000 a year, as most PhD students are, it can be hard to know what to target. Take a look at this crowdsourced dataset I have put together to see what salaries PhD pivoters in your area accepted as they embarked on their alt-ac careers!
My Journey in a Glimpse
March 2022: Finally decided that I want out of academia
October 2022: Got my first full-time job as a UX Researcher
January 2023: Defended my dissertation
October 2023: Pivoted into Market Research
Along the way: Helping PhDs and grad students make similar pivots 🚀
© Summer Hyoyeon Kim, PhD