dangowango

With GPDR around the corner, what is the appropriate procedure to request data access from companies? I have made the experience that with a lot of these types of requests, using email or website-based contact forms will not yield an answer. On the other hand, I'm not eager to use a lawyer, since I'm mainly curious (and also want my data deleted!)

There's a difference between being right and getting right, so what is the best way?

I have completed both BSc and MSc at very renowned universities of my field. I started a PhD-program, but decided to drop out after a year, as this specific program didn't suit me as well as I thought (poor due diligence on my side here...) I still intend to complete a PhD at a different university, but first I want to get three-four years of experience, when there is a good opportunity. How would your approach be in selling this in a CV and job application? What would be a recruiters' PoV on this issue? Is it acceptable to start, recognize a dead-end, and turn around? How can one emphasize that it wasn't a 'drop out', but rather 'decided to leave'?

I'm 26, and have 2 years experience through internships in several market-leading companies (within this highly specific field, too) with outstanding recommendations.

Thanks!