S4-Episode 10: What Hiring Managers Actually Think And What PhDs Get Wrong with John Bowler

Ever wonder what's really going on in the head of the person deciding whether to hire you?In this episode, I sit down with John Bowler, 'the Basel Job Coach', a former recruiter, ex-Novartis global staffing lead, and someone who has spent years on both sides of the hiring table. John brings a rare perspective: he's not just someone who coaches job seekers, he's someone who has made hundreds of hiring decisions himself. And what he shares in this conversation might genuinely change how you approach your job search.We talk about why being the most qualified person in the room doesn't mean you'll get the job, why your CV might be invisible even when you're a perfect match, and how a simple reframe of your story (no extra experience needed), can go from zero interviews in six months to landing a role at a top pharma company in four days.This one is especially for PhDs and academics looking to make the jump to industry but honestly, it's useful for anyone navigating a tough job market.