By Carina Clingman
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In this episode, I share highlights from a recent ask me anything event in our community, where I addressed key questions from members about biotech careers, including opportunities for immigrants, tackling interview challenges, job market trends, and strategic job application timing. If you'd like to participate in future events, join our mailing list for updates.
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00:00 Introduction and Event Overview
00:30 Prospects for Immigrants in Biotech
04:12 Handling Job Interview Questions
07:45 Market Trends and Job Application Timing
11:48 Breaking into Biotech from Academia
15:13 HR and Recruiter Interview Goals
19:59 Job Hunting Tips and Networking
23:35 Conclusion and Next Steps
In this episode, I discuss actionable tips from our recent book club read, 'Captivate,' on how to enhance your charisma for job interviews and networking. I'll share key themes and personal strategies for making a strong first impression, even if you're not naturally charismatic. Learn about the importance of setting up your environment, using body language effectively, and engaging others with genuine interest. This episode focuses on the first half of the book, which is relevant to job searches and interviews, but please join our community for the full discussion if you want to learn how to apply this to getting promoted.
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00:00 Introduction to 'Captivate' and Charisma
01:16 Book Club Discussion Overview
01:53 Personal Experiences with Charisma
04:42 Networking Tips and Strategies
07:44 Interview Techniques and First Impressions
12:38 Engaging Conversations and Networking Secrets
16:26 Conclusion and Further Resources
In this episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with Kyle Huggins, the founder and CEO of Management Mogul. Kyle shares his journey from a rocky start with a liberal arts degree amidst the post-2008 crash to becoming a leader at Deloitte and eventually founding his own company. We explore the importance of developing foundational leadership skills such as building rapport, influence, and trust within teams. Kyle emphasizes the importance of mentorship and accountability, and provides insights into his methodology for effective leadership and stress-reducing work strategies. We also discuss his recently launched 'Five Days to Instant Team Trust' challenge aimed at helping new and aspiring leaders build trust with their teams. Be sure to jump into that challenge while itβs free for a limited time!
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00:00 Introduction to Kyle Huggins and Leadership Skills
02:22 Kyle's Career Journey and Early Challenges
04:23 Mentorship and Key Leadership Lessons
06:17 Scaling Leadership and Founding Management Mogul
09:47 Addressing Leadership Gaps in the Workforce
14:26 The Importance of Influence and Methods
23:20 The Importance of Self-Reflection and Coaching
23:48 Investing in Leadership Training
24:13 Navigating Early Career Challenges in Biotech
In this episode, I dive deeper into my monthly BioSpace column answers, providing detailed advice on transitioning from academia to biotech, creating impactful industry resumes, and handling team leadership stress. I also discuss how to address pre-planned vacations when starting a new job and announce an exciting new format for next month's session: a live 'Ask Me Anything.'
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Don't miss next week's episode, which features a special guest on early leadership skills and building team trust.
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00:00 Introduction to the Biospace Column Answers
00:39 Transitioning from Academia to Biotech
01:56 Crafting an Effective Industry Resume
06:44 Highlighting Key Achievements and Publications
09:45 Addressing Job Descriptions and Keywords
13:50 Managing Pre-Planned Vacations in a New Job
16:48 Handling Leadership Stress and Delegation
23:24 Upcoming Live Ask Me Anything Session
In this career chat, Christina Guerrier shares her journey from healthcare and biotech to founding her own consulting firm, Protean Insights Partner. Christina discusses her transitions across various roles, from project management to strategy development, and the blend of skills that facilitated her success. She provides valuable insights on networking, the nuances between the healthcare and biotech sectors, and the attributes of a good consultant. The conversation also touches on balancing consulting work with potential full-time opportunities, the potential impact of AI in healthcare, and maintaining continuous business development.
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00:00 Introduction to the Career Chat Series
00:50 Christina's Journey into Biotech
02:10 Career Shifts and Key Roles
04:46 Founding a Consulting Firm
05:46 Healthcare vs. Biotech: Cultural Differences
07:23 The Role of a Consultant
09:17 Networking Tips and Strategies
11:56 Balancing Consulting and Full-Time Roles
14:21 Managing Scope and Expectations
17:29 Exciting Trends in Healthcare and Research
18:46 Q&A and Final Thoughts
This week, I am thrilled to share an inspiring conversation with Bruce Wu, whom weβve interviewed before on our sister podcast 'Building Biotechs.' Bruce has held a series of executive roles, including Chief Legal Officer and Chief People Officer. Bruce has recently started to offer executive coaching to aspiring leaders. In this episode, Bruce shares his philosophies on executive coaching, career advancement, and the importance of finding your North Star. We also discuss his commitment to supporting our community through leadership training and coaching sessions, aiming to help individuals navigate their career trajectories with confidence.
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00:00 Exciting Announcement: Meet Bruce!
00:16 Bruce's Journey to Executive Coaching
01:54 The Importance of Inclusion in Leadership
04:06 Introducing Leadership Training at Collaboratory
06:22 Navigating Difficult Conversations
06:58 Finding Your North Star
10:11 The Role of Executive Coaching in Biotech
16:43 Bruce's Vision for the Future
19:10 Join Our Community and Interact with Bruce
In this episode, we chat with Surina Sikka, a Program Manager at Moderna, about her unique career journey. Serena begins by discussing her early career as a biochemist and her progression from lab work to program management. She highlights the skills and experiences that facilitated her transition, including a crucial course from MassBio in biotechnology project management. Surina also shares invaluable insight into the day-to-day responsibilities of a program manager and offers tips for those looking to make a similar career shift. Additionally, she recounts her unique experience obtaining a green card, providing actionable advice for those on a similar path.
00:00 Introduction to Program Management with Serena Seca
01:31 Serena's Unique Path to Program Management
01:51 Transitioning from Lab to Management: A Personal Journey
04:27 The Pivot to Program Management: Learning and Adapting
16:00 The Role of a Program Manager: Insights and Responsibilities
19:37 Navigating Clinical Stage Program Challenges
20:29 The Journey to a Green Card: Overcoming Obstacles
28:02 Exploring Career Paths: From Research to Program Management
31:28 Future Aspirations and Career Planning
34:01 Understanding Alliance and Portfolio Management
37:16 Closing Remarks and Community Engagement
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In this episode, I take you behind the scenes of my office hours session, where I answered questions from our community that were featured in my latest career coach column in Biospace. I discussed how to gain lab experience for a biotech career, handling a bad interview experience, and navigating promotions without salary increases, aks 'Dry' promotions. Tune in to hear practical advice and actionable tips for advancing your biotech career, and let me know if you like this format for some of our future podcast episodes.
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00:00 Introduction to Office Hours
00:35 Breaking into Biotech Without Lab Experience
03:25 Handling a Bad Interview Experience
05:52 Dealing with a Promotion Without a Salary Increase
09:16 Conclusion and Feedback Request
In this insightful live discussion, we explore the career journey of Priya Baraniak, PhD, Chief Business Officer at OrganaBio. Priya shares her unexpected transition from a traditional academic path as a biomedical engineer to strategic positions in growing biotech startups. She discusses the challenges and opportunities she faced, the importance of networking, and balancing multiple responsibilities. Priya also reflects on the emotional experiences of being laid off and having to lay off others.
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00:00 Exploring the Role of a Chief Business Officer in Biotech
01:54 The Unconventional Journey from Scientist to Business Leader
03:21 Navigating Career Shifts: From Academia to Industry
12:52 The Power of Networking and Embracing New Opportunities
17:20 Balancing Science and Business in a Leadership Role
19:48 Balancing Work and Family Life
19:58 The Joy and Challenges of Parenting
20:16 Finding Time for Personal Connections
20:24 Navigating Work-Life Chaos
20:50 Transitioning into Regenerative Medicine
21:06 Career Opportunities in Regenerative Medicine
21:15 The Importance of Versatility and Lifelong Learning
23:11 Leveraging Free Educational Resources
24:15 The Impact of Networking and Professional Growth
24:36 Reflecting on Career Milestones
25:20 The Power of Networking and Opportunities
28:37 The Value of Professional Organizations
31:42 Navigating Layoffs from Both Sides
38:43 Embracing the Rite of Passage in the Industry
39:21 Conclusion and Encouragement to Connect
Our monthly career coach column on BioSpace just dropped! This month we discuss strategies for handling multiple job interviews, the importance of keeping an open mind, and pursuing roles that align with your career goals. We also tackle the disappointment of pulled job offers and provide advice on maintaining momentum in your job search. For those seeking career growth, we address handling difficult work environments, the importance of effective communication with managers, and the transition from academia to industry. Join our community to share experiences and find support in your biotech career journey.
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00:00 Introduction to the Career Coach Column
00:21 Navigating Multiple Job Interviews
06:02 Dealing with a Pulled Job Offer
10:48 Career Development and Promotions
19:00 Conclusion and Community Engagement
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