PostdocTransformation Show

About PostdocTransformation Show

What comes after the PhD or postdoc? And how do you turn your research experience into a career beyond academia? 🎙️ The PostdocTransformation Show by Prof. Dr. Eleonore Soei-Winkels explores the real stories, challenges, insights, and opportunities behind the transition from research into business and beyond. Across our episodes, you’ll discover: 💡 How researchers can translate their academic skills into valuable career assets 🚀 What it really takes to move from academia into industry and other career paths 🏢 Insights into companies and organizations that value people with a PhD 🎯 Practical perspectives to help you navigate your own career transformation 🗣️ Honest conversations with researchers, professionals, and people who have made the leap Don’t just listen to one episode—explore the entire series. Every conversation adds another perspective, another lesson, and another piece of the puzzle. Whether you’re still wondering “What could I do after my postdoc?” or already planning your next move, start with one episode and then keep listening until you’ve heard the stories that resonate with you. 🎧 Press play. Explore the episodes. Get inspired. Transform your career into a PostdocTransformation Full transcripts to read, skim or search, free career transition resources: https://postdoctransformation.ac-page.com/postdoctransformation (https://postdoctransformation.ac-page.com/postdoctransformation) Questions Answered by the PostdocTransformation PodcastLeaving Academia & Moving Into Industry How can I transition from academia to industry after my PhD or postdoc? How do I leave academia and build a career in industry? How can postdocs prepare for a career outside academia? What is the best way to transition from a postdoc to industry? How can I make my academic-to-industry career transition less risky? How can I build a bridge from academia to my future career in industry? Networking & Finding Opportunities Where should postdocs network if they want to move into industry? Are academic conferences the best way for postdocs to build an industry network? How can postdocs network effectively outside academia? How can I build an industry network as a PhD or postdoc? What networking strategies actually help PhDs find industry opportunities? Building Your Industry Profile Why does a postdoc need a professional portfolio? What should a PhD or postdoc include in an industry portfolio? How can I show employers what I can do beyond my academic publications? How can a portfolio help a postdoc transition into industry? What skills should PhDs showcase when applying for industry jobs? CVs, Resumes & Job Applications How should a postdoc write a resume for an industry job? What is the difference between an academic CV and an industry resume? How can I make my PhD resume stand out to industry employers? What should PhDs remove from their academic CV when applying to industry? How can postdocs get noticed by industry recruiters? Mentorship & Role Models Why is mentorship important when transitioning from academia to industry? How can a mentor help a postdoc move into industry? How do I find the right mentor for my career transition? What role should role models play in a PhD career transition? What is the biggest role-model mistake postdocs make when transitioning to industry? Transferable Skills Which PhD skills are valuable in industry? Why are project-management skills important for PhDs working in industry? How can PhDs translate their research skills into industry skills? How can postdocs demonstrate their project-management experience to employers? What transferable skills should researchers highlight when leaving academia? Career Planning & Future of Work How can I plan my career transition from academia to industry? How can I prepare for the future of work after my PhD? What should I do before leaving academia for an industry career? How can PhDs create a career transition plan that fits their vision of life? How can scientists turn their academic experience into business opportunities? The Bigger Question What can I do with my PhD besides becoming a professor? What career options are available to postdocs outside academia? Can a PhD be an advantage when moving into business? How can scientists turn their research experience into a successful business career? How can I use my PhD as a foundation for a career beyond academia? Where can I find practical advice for transitioning from academia to industry? Entrepreneur, Side-hustler, Sidepreneur If you are interested to start up your own business, please also listen to Prof. Dr. Eleonore Soei-Winkels in her #CreatingReorganized show for the business owner who wants to market and sell 24/7/365 without burnout https://postdoctransformation.ac-page.com/creatingreorganized (https://postdoctransformation.ac-page.com/creatingreorganized)

Publisher

Prof. Dr. Eleonore Soei-Winkels, Industrial & Occupational Psychology, IT Strategy, Coach

Category

business · education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

27 Jan 2023

Latest episode

15 Jul 2026

Latest episodes

157 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   15 Jul 2026

   How Freelancing and Contract Work Help Postdocs Break Into Industry _ PostdocTransformation, Ep 60, Prof. Dr. Eleonore Soei-Winkels

   🎙️ **Full audio episode + transcript + free resources:** Build your bridge to your future of work, PostdocTransformation, ep 60, Prof. Dr. Eleonore Soei-Winkels, https://postdoctransformation.ac-page.com/show0060 --- 💡 No idea, how to leap into business? Listen to this #PostdocTransformation show episode to build your bridge now, so you can leave academia for your future of work in industries. Learn to develop a value proposition statement, embracing mentorship, creating a portfolio, crafting transition plans, attending industry events, learning project management, tailoring resumes, to exploring side projects. Prof. Dr. Eleonore Soei-Winkels emphasizes the importance of overcoming imposter syndrome, personal branding, working with recruiters, leveraging social media, staying updated on industry trends, and understanding business models. --- 🚀 This episode is brought to you by **CreatingReorganized** — the video podcast show for small business owners who want to scale their marketing with video podcasting, without sacrificing their vision of life. In the #CreatingReorganized show, Eleonore draws on her experience as a psychology professor, former IT strategy consultant, and podcast host to show you how to convert listeners into paying customers — with tools like @Podbean, @Descript, @Typeform, @Partnerstack, @MagicCast, @ActiveCampaign, and @Metricool. 🎓 Learn the CreatingReorganized strategy for FREE: https://postdoctransformation.ac-page.com/creatingreorganized 📓 Get your free CreatingReorganized Workbook: https://postdoctransformation.ac-page.com/creatingreorganizedworkbook 🎯 Track your journey — free Student Side Hustle Tracker: https://postdoctransformation.ac-page.com/creatingreorganized_studenttracker --- 🛠️ **Tools I use and recommend** — all offer a free trial. I earn a small commission if you become a customer: 🤝 Affiliate marketing — Partnerstack: https://try.partnerstack.com/creatingreorganized 🎧 Video podcast hosting — Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/esw ✂️ AI editing & clipping — Descript: https://get.descript.com/creatingreorganized 📋 Data collection — Typeform: https://typeform.cello.so/FxXD1YT3V9z 📧 Email marketing & CRM — ActiveCampaign: https://try.activecampaign.com/creatingreorganized 📅 Social media scheduling — Metricool: https://s.mtrbio.com/DMOGXJ --- 🌟 **Work with me** — premium consulting & white-label video podcasting service: https://postdoctransformation.activehosted.com/f/28 --- 👩🏫 **About me:** I'm a psychology professor, former IT strategy consultant, and podcast host — and like you, I run my business in the margins of a full life with young children. PostdocTransformation exists because I applied everything I know about process design and technology to build something that actually scales. --- 🙏 **Thank you** for watching and sharing PostdocTransformation with the academics and career changers in your life! ⭐ Leave us a 5-star rating and review, share it and tag me — and you'll receive a **free 15-minute discovery call!** Cheers, Eleonore

2. 

   14 Jul 2026

   How Postdocs Can Leverage Research Funding Experience to Break Into Business _ PostdocTransformation, Ep 60, Prof. Dr. Eleonore Soei-Winkels

   🎙️ **Full audio episode + transcript + free resources:** Build your bridge to your future of work, PostdocTransformation, ep 60, Prof. Dr. Eleonore Soei-Winkels, https://postdoctransformation.ac-page.com/show0060 --- 💡 No idea, how to leap into business? Listen to this #PostdocTransformation show episode to build your bridge now, so you can leave academia for your future of work in industries. Learn to develop a value proposition statement, embracing mentorship, creating a portfolio, crafting transition plans, attending industry events, learning project management, tailoring resumes, to exploring side projects. Prof. Dr. Eleonore Soei-Winkels emphasizes the importance of overcoming imposter syndrome, personal branding, working with recruiters, leveraging social media, staying updated on industry trends, and understanding business models. --- 🚀 This episode is brought to you by **CreatingReorganized** — the video podcast show for small business owners who want to scale their marketing with video podcasting, without sacrificing their vision of life. In the #CreatingReorganized show, Eleonore draws on her experience as a psychology professor, former IT strategy consultant, and podcast host to show you how to convert listeners into paying customers — with tools like @Podbean, @Descript, @Typeform, @Partnerstack, @MagicCast, @ActiveCampaign, and @Metricool. 🎓 Learn the CreatingReorganized strategy for FREE: https://postdoctransformation.ac-page.com/creatingreorganized 📓 Get your free CreatingReorganized Workbook: https://postdoctransformation.ac-page.com/creatingreorganizedworkbook 🎯 Track your journey — free Student Side Hustle Tracker: https://postdoctransformation.ac-page.com/creatingreorganized_studenttracker --- 🛠️ **Tools I use and recommend** — all offer a free trial. I earn a small commission if you become a customer: 🤝 Affiliate marketing — Partnerstack: https://try.partnerstack.com/creatingreorganized 🎧 Video podcast hosting — Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/esw ✂️ AI editing & clipping — Descript: https://get.descript.com/creatingreorganized 📋 Data collection — Typeform: https://typeform.cello.so/FxXD1YT3V9z 📧 Email marketing & CRM — ActiveCampaign: https://try.activecampaign.com/creatingreorganized 📅 Social media scheduling — Metricool: https://s.mtrbio.com/DMOGXJ --- 🌟 **Work with me** — premium consulting & white-label video podcasting service: https://postdoctransformation.activehosted.com/f/28 --- 👩🏫 **About me:** I'm a psychology professor, former IT strategy consultant, and podcast host — and like you, I run my business in the margins of a full life with young children. PostdocTransformation exists because I applied everything I know about process design and technology to build something that actually scales. --- 🙏 **Thank you** for watching and sharing PostdocTransformation with the academics and career changers in your life! ⭐ Leave us a 5-star rating and review, share it and tag me — and you'll receive a **free 15-minute discovery call!** Cheers, Eleonore

3. 

   13 Jul 2026

   How to Price Your Academic Skills for Business Success as a Postdoc _ PostdocTransformation, Ep 60, Prof. Dr. Eleonore Soei-Winkels

   🎙️ **Full audio episode + transcript + free resources:** Build your bridge to your future of work, PostdocTransformation, ep 60, Prof. Dr. Eleonore Soei-Winkels, https://postdoctransformation.ac-page.com/show0060 --- 💡 No idea, how to leap into business? Listen to this #PostdocTransformation show episode to build your bridge now, so you can leave academia for your future of work in industries. Learn to develop a value proposition statement, embracing mentorship, creating a portfolio, crafting transition plans, attending industry events, learning project management, tailoring resumes, to exploring side projects. Prof. Dr. Eleonore Soei-Winkels emphasizes the importance of overcoming imposter syndrome, personal branding, working with recruiters, leveraging social media, staying updated on industry trends, and understanding business models. --- 🚀 This episode is brought to you by **CreatingReorganized** — the video podcast show for small business owners who want to scale their marketing with video podcasting, without sacrificing their vision of life. In the #CreatingReorganized show, Eleonore draws on her experience as a psychology professor, former IT strategy consultant, and podcast host to show you how to convert listeners into paying customers — with tools like @Podbean, @Descript, @Typeform, @Partnerstack, @MagicCast, @ActiveCampaign, and @Metricool. 🎓 Learn the CreatingReorganized strategy for FREE: https://postdoctransformation.ac-page.com/creatingreorganized 📓 Get your free CreatingReorganized Workbook: https://postdoctransformation.ac-page.com/creatingreorganizedworkbook 🎯 Track your journey — free Student Side Hustle Tracker: https://postdoctransformation.ac-page.com/creatingreorganized_studenttracker --- 🛠️ **Tools I use and recommend** — all offer a free trial. I earn a small commission if you become a customer: 🤝 Affiliate marketing — Partnerstack: https://try.partnerstack.com/creatingreorganized 🎧 Video podcast hosting — Podbean: https://www.podbean.com/esw ✂️ AI editing & clipping — Descript: https://get.descript.com/creatingreorganized 📋 Data collection — Typeform: https://typeform.cello.so/FxXD1YT3V9z 📧 Email marketing & CRM — ActiveCampaign: https://try.activecampaign.com/creatingreorganized 📅 Social media scheduling — Metricool: https://s.mtrbio.com/DMOGXJ --- 🌟 **Work with me** — premium consulting & white-label video podcasting service: https://postdoctransformation.activehosted.com/f/28 --- 👩🏫 **About me:** I'm a psychology professor, former IT strategy consultant, and podcast host — and like you, I run my business in the margins of a full life with young children. PostdocTransformation exists because I applied everything I know about process design and technology to build something that actually scales. --- 🙏 **Thank you** for watching and sharing PostdocTransformation with the academics and career changers in your life! ⭐ Leave us a 5-star rating and review, share it and tag me — and you'll receive a **free 15-minute discovery call!** Cheers, Eleonore

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39,563

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Spotify

4.1 / 5

8 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 77 / 100

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Quality

79

Social presence

94

YouTube

72

Engagement

67

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