tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33004692.post642998247994872770..comments2023-10-31T12:58:36.729+01:00Comments on Evil HR Lady: Transferring out of AcademiaSuzanne Lucashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07129772885673695447noreply@blogger.comBlogger4125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33004692.post-84758493929839190292008-01-18T11:37:00.000+01:002008-01-18T11:37:00.000+01:00I would also suggest reading the latest 'What colo...I would also suggest reading the latest 'What color is your parachute?'. I found it helpful in cataloging my skills and interests.<BR/><BR/>As for jobs, as a history PhD you are probably a great researcher. Lots of corporates and professional firms have Knowledge Managers (used to be called Librarians, but the internet has changed the job spec).Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33004692.post-13986104507862629582008-01-14T21:55:00.000+01:002008-01-14T21:55:00.000+01:00I'm the person who initially asked the question, a...I'm the person who initially asked the question, and I want to thank both EHRL and the, thus far, two persons who left comments. All are superb responses, and I'm truly grateful to you. And, if you are reading this and have an idea, please leave a comment. With real thanks--JRJohn Recchiutihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08729383139784678752noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33004692.post-11367540257749564872008-01-14T21:18:00.000+01:002008-01-14T21:18:00.000+01:00I suggest technical writing. I have a history maj...I suggest technical writing. I have a history major, and the skills involved with that - writing, research, analysis - are well suited for technical writing. You have to be able to handle technology as well. It's also #13 on the best jobs list (pays well, not horrific stress).Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33004692.post-37281021169297566722008-01-14T17:09:00.000+01:002008-01-14T17:09:00.000+01:00Your reader should also check out WRK4US - it's a ...Your reader should also check out WRK4US - it's a fantastic listserv dedicated to academics seeking jobs outside of academia (mid-career, recent grads, etc). The archived discussions are an incredible wealth of information.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com