What’s your negotiation strategy? Successful negotiation requires knowledge and skill. If you’re intimidated when it comes to negotiating a promotion or job offer, and want to feel more confident in your negotiation skills, this episode is for you. In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: How negotiation is different for women, and how to advocate for yourself Step by step negotiation tactics, including the right negotiation mindsetNegotiation mistakes and conversations to avoidToday...

Interested in pharmaceutical career options without a US license? Whether you’re an international medical graduate (IMG) or you have not completed US board certification or residency training, this episode is for you. In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: Dr. Rohan Sopariwala’s strategies for getting started in US pharma as an IMGHow to compensate for lack of experience so you sound experienced in interviews What prospective companies are really looking for in physician job...

Thinking about leaving clinical medicine, but worried about downsides? If you’re wondering if you’ll regret leaving clinical medicine, listen to this episode, and hear some concerns and questions from a listener like you. In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: Questions you should ask yourself about nonclinical medicineWorries and fears physicians have around nonclinical career changesMyths that hold doctors back from pursuing nonclinical careersToday we take a deep dive into a...

Everyone wants to save time, and everyone has too much to do! Are you looking for better ways to save time and get more done? I’ve found the secret is really more to do with finding focused ways to get the right things done. Listen to hear my five favorite time saving tips you can apply to all areas of your life. In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: How priorities, scheduling, and an approach so easy (but few people actually do it!)Time blocking, efficiency, and how to ignore most...

Do you feel trapped in your medical career? Worried that leaving clinical medicine is basically throwing your degree away? A mindset shift may be just what you need, from physician author and coach, Dr. Chelsea Turgeon. Listen to discover how you can align your career goals with your values.  In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: How Dr. Chelsea Turgeon quit medicine, and now travels the world working remotelyWays to determine your deepest values in life - and what to do with that...

Still thinking you’ll never be able to land a nonclinical job? Ready to have the confidence to know you can, and you can even negotiate for a higher salary or a better package? Listen as I cover three inspirational success stories that prove a career transition is possible. In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: Landing a pharma role without research experience - and without taking a pay cutGetting into a pharma career fresh out of residency training Negotiating an even better offer,...

Want to move on from clinical medicine? Know you’re ready for a transition but not sure how to make it happen? Today’s guest might have the inspiration you need. She happens to be one of the first students in my Industry Insider course years ago, and she’s got a thriving career as a quality physician in the medical device industry. In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: Looking for nonclinical careers from the private practice perspectiveAdvice about nonclinical resumes and...

Can you create more luck in your career? Some people seem to really get lucky when it comes to opportunities and advancement. But today, we’ll talk about how you can influence and control how much “luck” comes your way.  In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: Your personal “Board of Directors” and who needs to be on it  How your personal narrative can be powerful for negotiationThe mindset that will help you say “yes” and “no” to the right thingsToday’s episode is a presentation I...

Physician entrepreneurs - if you’re considering offering CME credits for your courses, programs, or retreats, this episode is for you. In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: What kind of things qualify for CME (and what doesn’t)The pros and cons of various CME course formatsWhat you need to know for a successful application Today’s episode is an excerpt of a webinar that I did last year with Dr. Jill Wener. We are discussing how to get your course or your work accredited to offer...

Have doubts about what it means to have a sponsor?  Wondering how to go about getting the right sponsor?  If you’re not getting the results you need from your sponsor, you really need to hear this. In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: Common mistakes and misconceptions about how to get a sponsorWhat an effective sponsor - sponsee relationship looks likeHow to identify potential sponsors, and what to do nextToday’s episode answers many sponsorship related questions and corrects a...

Don’t take my word for it - the #1 most important thing to get right for any career pivot is your nonclinical resume and your LinkedIn profile. Dr. Heather Fork has been in the physician career transition business for more than 12 years, so she knows a thing or two.  In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: Strategies you can implement today to optimize your LinkedIn profile and resumeInsights from a highly experienced physician career transition coachHow to eliminate the guesswork...

Expecting to or just received a new job offer? Wondering what to look for, and why you should even if you know you can’t change anything? If you’re not sure what to consider when reviewing your new job offer, this episode is for you. In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: Key issues around variable or incentivised compensationUnderstanding restrictive clauses, and what power you may be giving upClarifying company policy and manager discretion Today’s episode covers four key aspects...

Wondering the best way to tell your boss you’re leaving?  Need a plan for a smooth transition out of your current company? If you’re ready to check the boxes on actions and precautions to take when leaving your job, this episode is for you. In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: 5 tips on how to leave your job and give your notice the right wayWhat’s NOT your responsibility while on your way outWhat to check about company policies and contracts before departingIn today’s episode, I...

Do you think you might have been offered (or surprised with) a meaningless promotion? Are your responsibilities and title consistent with your compensation? Listen to this episode to find out more about “meaningless promotions” and how you can approach the situation if this happens to you.  In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: The definition of a meaningless promotionPros and cons of accepting new work or better title without compensationConsiderations for your boss and for...

Think you might be interested in a career in pharma, but not quite sure how doctors work for pharmaceutical companies? Listen to this episode to learn about physician roles in drug safety and pharmacovigilance, and see if that might be a potential career path for you! In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: The overarching goals of pharmacovigilance positionsHow safety is a key consideration across the entire medicine lifecycleFar from boring, drug safety is a fascinating and...

Think you might be interested in a career in pharma, but not quite sure how doctors work for pharmaceutical companies? Listen to this episode to learn about physician roles in clinical research and contract research organizations (CROs), and see if that might be a potential career path for you! In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: Physician pharma jobs with contract research organizations (CROs)What doctors do in pharmaceutical research and developmentHow to start a career in...

Think you might be interested in a career in pharma, but not quite sure how doctors work for pharmaceutical companies? Listen to this episode to learn about physician roles in medical affairs, and see if that might be a potential career path for you! In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: What a medical affairs physician does within the pharmaceutical industryHow this work helps science, physicians, and patients get what they needWhy medical affairs might be the right nonclinical...

Think you might be interested in a career in pharma, but not quite sure how doctors work for pharmaceutical companies? Listen to this episode to learn about physician roles in drug discovery and development, and see if that might be a potential career path for you! In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: The phases of drug discovery and developmentHow physician expertises fit into each phase to make the biggest impact for patientsWhere your skills might fit into each type of role if...

Wondering how to start looking for a nonclinical career? Many doctors are interested in pursuing nonclinical careers but literally don’t know how to begin. If you’re wondering where to look, what to look for, and what really works, this episode is for you! Warning - this advice is not for the unmotivated, the excuse-maker, or those who expect opportunities to fall out of the sky. But if you’re action-oriented and ready to commit to the work, join me…  In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll...

Discouraged because all of the job postings seem to require a few years of pharma experience? Wondering how you’re supposed to get a job to get experience, if all of the jobs require prior experience? Although most job postings are written that way, many of them don’t actually require prior experience in pharma. It’s really a myth - and so important for physicians who want to work in pharma to understand.   In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: Why you CAN get an industry job...

Have you settled for “not bad” on your career journey? We focus on nonclinical careers and leadership topics on this podcast, but today I have an inspiring clinical treat for you - if you love clinical medicine but are struggling with what you are ‘supposed to do’ - get ready to listen to some career motivation!  In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: How med school doesn’t prepare entrepreneurs - but business IS part of medicineHow to design a career you love while staying true to...

Sure, you’ve heard the advice: ‘you have to network’. And yes, you’ve heard ‘who you know is more important than what you know’ when it comes to career opportunities. But still, it seems you don’t know how to make your professional relationships help you advance. Does effective networking seem mysterious, elusive, or just not relevant?  If you’d like to learn how to develop the right professional network - the kind that does help you get ahead - this episode is for you.  In this episode of...

Working hard without reward? Feeling like you’ve done your time, paid your dues, but still not getting the advancement or recognition you deserve?  People tend to view effort as an investment that will pay off, and view quitting as ‘giving up’ rather than maximizing success. Maybe the opposite is true. If this sounds interesting, this episode is for you.   In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: What it means to NOT give your allThe myth that hard work alone equals advancementThe art...

Do you need to go back to school or seek out a new certification to land a non clinical physician job? Is an MBA required to become a physician leader or work in healthcare industry careers? So many doctors who want nonclinical careers are asking these questions.  If you’re wondering if you need additional training to get a nonclinical job, this episode is for you. In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: 4 Questions to figure out whether you DO need another degree or more...

What are the reasons you haven’t heard back after applying for a job? If you’ve recently submitted a resume and are on the edge of your seat waiting for a response, you’ll want to tune in today. Is it normal to not hear back from a job application? How long should you wait to hear back from an employer? Is there anything you can do when you don’t hear back after applying for a job? These are very common questions, and most people assume that not hearing back means they aren’t qualified. But...