Katra, Sept 25: Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University organized a webinar for PhD scholars featuring Dr. Elena Hoffer, co-founder of Alma.Me from Sweden, as the distinguished speaker. This session offered invaluable guidance on transitioning from academia to industry careers. Dr. Hoffer, a passionate advocate for helping academics transition into non-academic careers, delivered a compelling presentation titled “How to Kickstart Your Career After PhD.” Drawing from her own experiences as a PhD student and entrepreneur, she shared strategies to help early- and mid-career academics explore fulfilling career options outside the traditional academic pathway.
Dr. Hoffer emphasized the critical role of networking, and encouraged participants to proactively expand their professional connections beyond academia. She also provided practical advice on conducting informational interviews to gain insights into various career paths while building meaningful relationships in the industry.
The event concluded with an engaging Q&A session, where participants had the opportunity to interact with Dr. Hoffer and delve deeper into strategies for career success. Her passion, combined with her practical advice, resonated strongly with attendees, many of whom expressed their appreciation for the insights offered. The webinar was attended by students, faculty and scholars of various departments.
