MSL Talk

Career Currency: The Key to Your Success


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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.

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👉 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.

(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
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