MSL Talk

MSL Talk, hosted by Tom Caravela, MSL Recruiter and Founder of The Carolan Group, offers insights for Medical Science Liaisons, aspiring MSLs, and Medical Affairs leaders.

Career Currency: The Key to Your Success

E213 • Jul 9, 2024 • 33 mins

In this week’s episode, Rachel Couchenour, Vice President Global Medical Affairs at Travere Therapeutics, discusses the importance of building your internal and external network.

Learn more about…

👉 What is career currency
👉 Why it is so important for MSLs to build a strong internal network
👉 What opportunities might develop through internal networking
👉 How does an MSL go about developing internal relationships
👉 How can MSLs influence future promotions or job search efforts

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MSL Talk is a podcast that features helpful information for current Medical Science Liaisons, Medical Affairs leaders, job seekers looking to break into the pharmaceutical industry in their first MSL role, as well as anyone interested in hearing good industry conversation and medical affairs discussions.

Speakers

Tom Caravela

Host • 49%

Rachel Couchenour

Guest • 51%

Chapters

0:00	Introduction of Rachel Kochenour and discussion on career networking
1:50	Rachel's career background and the concept of career currency
4:20	How MSLs can leverage internal networking
7:23	Rachel's personal experience with career currency
8:26	The value of networking at company meetings
10:07	Tips for overcoming shyness and building a personal board of directors
14:42	Strategies for self-advocacy and seizing promotion opportunities
17:20	Capitalizing on opportunities when colleagues depart
19:18	Keeping up with internal and external relationships
21:05	Tom's anecdote on Henry Ford's hiring philosophy
24:17	The art of making others feel important in networking
26:17	Pitfalls and precautions in networking efforts
28:01	Balancing networking with respect for others' time
29:25	Concluding advice on career establishment and self-advocacy
31:41	How to connect and engage with the podcast community
32:25	Closing remarks, thanks, and a call to action for listeners

Transcript

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