My guest today is Sue Watson. Sue is the Scientific Director, Oncology Medical Affairs, Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Johnson & Johnson. Our topic today is 10 Tips for a Successful MSL interview.
Who is Sue and what she’s doingSue’s advice as candidates start to prepare the interviewTips for a successful MSL InterviewBring interest and enthusiasmKnow the companyKnow who is interviewing youKnow the role of an MSLPrepare for your presentationAnticipate the questions they will ask youPrepare a 30-60-90 day planPrepare a list of questions for you to ask the interviewersDress for the interviewSend thank you emailAdvice to aspiring MSLs trying to break into the role(0:00) Introduction of Sue Watson and episode topic
(1:12) Sue Watson's background and experience
(3:05) Combining enthusiasm, research, and understanding the MSL role in interviews
(7:16) Researching the company and knowing your interviewers
(14:42) Preparing for the presentation and interview questions
(24:31) Preparing for situational questions and creating a 30, 60, 90-day plan
(28:21) Preparing questions for the interviewers and dressing for success
(31:46) The importance of post-interview thank you emails
(36:13) Final tips and advice for aspiring MSLs
(37:17) Closing remarks and gratitude