In this episode of the MSL 411 podcast, Linda Eskew interviews Chris Heffner, PhD, a neuroscientist who transitioned from academia to an MSL role at Teva Pharmaceutical. Chris shares his journey, including the challenges and surprises he faced while breaking into Medical Affairs, the application process, and his onboarding experience. He emphasizes the importance of networking, understanding the industry, and leveraging transferable skills from academia. Chris also discusses the daily life of an MSL, the adjustments he had to make, and offers valuable advice for aspiring MSLs.

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In this episode of the MSL 411 podcast, host Linda Eskew interviews Chad Fellers, PharmD, a seasoned Medical Affairs leader. Chad discusses his extensive career journey, his insights on leadership versus management, the importance of strategy in Medical Affairs, and how to define success in MSL teams. Chad shares his experiences in building teams and strategies from scratch, adapting leadership styles post-COVID, and the significance of servant leadership. This episode dives into the human aspect of leadership and offers valuable advice for aspiring leaders in the industry. 

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In this episode of MSL 411, Linda and Ashley welcome Tracy Johnson, RPh, CPC, Senior Medical Affairs Recruiter at SEMbio, to discuss how candidates can stand out in a tight job market. Tracy shares her insights from recent conferences, highlights key qualities that successful candidates possess, and offers strategies for navigating the job market. This episode emphasizes the importance of preparation, authenticity, and follow-up in the interview process, while also addressing common pitfalls candidates face. Tracy remains optimistic about the job market, encouraging candidates to stay engaged and proactive in their job search.

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In this episode of the MSL 411 podcast, Ashley and Linda welcome Shannon Colton, PhD, as she shares her extensive experience in MSL training, onboarding, and certification. Dr. Colton discusses the importance of effective training methods that blend scientific content with practical skills, the structure of onboarding programs, and the significance of certification for field readiness. She emphasizes the art of storytelling in MSL engagements and the need for ongoing professional development. She also highlights the value of being involved in the hiring process to ensure that new MSLs are coachable and possess the necessary skills for success.

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In this episode of MSL 411, Ashley and Linda are joined by Dr. Jill White for a conversation that’s all about executive presence - what it is, why it matters, and how MSLs can sharpen theirs. From nonverbal communication and color psychology to using your personal style as a strategic tool, Jill shares practical tips for showing up with confidence - both in-person and on screen. If you’ve ever wondered how small changes in how you present yourself can boost your credibility and impact, this one’s for you!

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In this episode of MSL 411, Lawrence Beck, CPC, Partner and Account Manager at SEMbio, dives into why DIY searches to fill your MSL roles might be holding you back from finding the best candidates. If you're scratching your head over why your LinkedIn posts or career page aren't attracting the right talent, this one's for you. Plus, if you're curious about what your friends at SEMbio are doing behind the scenes to support your hiring needs, you won’t want to miss this episode!

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For this episode of MSL 411, we went straight to the source, surveying MSL friends about the language they ought to know to feel confident going into an interview and into that first day on the job. This is a must-listen episode for those interested in exploring the MSL role - packed with tips for learning the MSL lingo. 

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In this episode of MSL 411, Ashley and Linda welcome Joe DeMattei, PharmD, MBA, to the podcast to talk about his experience in a field-based outcomes role. Joe offers great insights for anyone exploring this side of industry, or looking to pivot from field medical.

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In this episode of MSL 411, Ashley and Linda discuss how to approach an interview that prioritizes situational and behavioral questions over specific skill sets. 

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In this episode of MSL 411, Ashley and Linda welcome Sonali Pandhe, PhD to the podcast to speak about navigating the world of networking. As a seasoned MSL and leader of the Dallas/Ft Worth chapter of a national networking organization, Sonali shares her unique perspective on pursuing professional and career growth in a remote role, where visibility within her company is mostly virtual.

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