MSL Talk

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MSL Talk episodes

September 03, 2024 How to Build Scientific Credibility for Continuous Career Development
My guest this week is Ike Ogbaa, Vice President and Head of Medical Affairs who discusses How to Build Scientific Credibility for Continuous Career Development
Learn more about…
👉 Why is scientific credibility so important for medical affairs professionals
👉 How can people assess gaps and identify areas of improvement
👉 How does scientific credibility influence ability to create KOL relationships and build trust
👉 How can medical affairs professionals utilize internal stakeholders
👉 What are some challenges professional face when trying to develop scientific credibility
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The MSL Talk Podcast is available on all podcast platforms and the MSL Talk YouTube Channel.
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.
#msl #medicalaffairs #medicalscienceliaison #MSLTalk #pharmaceutical
(0:00) Introduction to Ike Akba and episode overview
(0:13) Sponsor: Mass West 2024 announcement and registration details
(0:41) Welcoming Ike Akba and career background
(2:37) Importance of scientific credibility and knowledge in medical affairs
(6:49) Key areas of scientific knowledge for medical affairs professionals
(9:29) Effective resources for staying scientifically updated
(12:07) Balancing work, continuous learning, and personal life
(17:11) Building trust with KOLs
(21:16) Impact of technology and AI on the pharmaceutical industry
(26:06) Closing remarks and encouragement to engage with the podcast
27 min
August 27, 2024 How to Build a Modern Medical Affairs Organization
My guest this week is Greg Christopherson, Vice President, Medical Affairs at Medline who discusses how to effectively build a modern medical affairs organization.
Learn more about…
👉 The key components of a “modern” medical affairs organization
👉 How has medical affairs evolved and changed recently
👉 What skills are crucial for MSLs and Medical Affairs professionals
👉 How can medical affairs foster cross functional collaboration
👉 How can companies build in todays landscape
PLEASE sign up for the MSL Talk Podcast Newsletter here: https://www.mslmastery.com/msl-talk-podcast-newsletter-signup
The MSL Talk Podcast is available on all podcast platforms and the MSL Talk YouTube Channel.
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.
#msl #medicalaffairs #medicalscienceliaison #MSLTalk #pharmaceutical
(0:00) Introduction to MSL Talk and guest
(0:29) Sponsor: Mass West 2024 conference
(0:42) Tom and Greg's background discussions
(3:58) The modern medical affairs organization and its evolution
(9:41) Standardization in medical affairs and resource allocation
(11:40) Building a medical affairs organization in the current landscape
(17:19) Key skills for MSLs and medical affairs professionals
(21:00) Enhancing MSL communication and self-assessment
(23:33) Collaboration across departments and improving KOL engagement
(32:22) Final insights and episode conclusion
34 min
August 20, 2024 Mindset: The ULTIMATE Key to Success in Your Life and Career
My guest this week is Amy Misnik, Entrepreneur, Investor and Advisor who discusses the importance of mindset in all aspects of life and career.
Learn more about…
👉 Daily habits for a positive and growth-oriented mindset
👉 How to handle bad news and set backs
👉 Advice to overcome internal negative self talk
👉 How to adopt the right mindset for medical affairs and MSLs
👉 How to stay motivated when pursuing long term goals that don’t offer immediate rewards
PLEASE sign up for the MSL Talk Podcast Newsletter here: https://www.mslmastery.com/msl-talk-podcast-newsletter-signup
The MSL Talk Podcast is available on all podcast platforms and the MSL Talk YouTube Channel.
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.
#msl #medicalaffairs #medicalscienceliaison #MSLTalk #pharmaceutical
(0:00) Introduction of Amy Misnick and Mass West event
(0:43) Podcast welcome and Amy Misnick's impact
(1:55) Amy Misnick's career and entrepreneurial shift
(3:21) Defining and understanding mindset
(4:40) Daily habits for a strong mindset
(6:34) Amy's routines for maintaining mindset
(11:00) Strategies for overcoming setbacks
(17:56) Tackling negative thoughts and external noise
(23:06) Mindset recommendations for MSLs and medical affairs
(25:34) Building a mindset for career success
(28:44) Motivation and resilience during challenges
(31:34) Practical advice for navigating difficult times
(33:46) The significance of daily habits and small steps
(34:18) Closing remarks and expressions of gratitude
36 min
August 12, 2024 Change Management: How Pharma SHOULD Handle Bad News
In this week’s episode, Alysia Bullock, Founder of InciteHR, discusses change management and how pharma leaders should handle bad news and setbacks.
Learn more about…
👉 What is change management
👉 How should companies handle bad news and organizational changes
👉 What can companies do to prevent a toxic culture
👉 What does the term “organizational entry” mean
PLEASE sign up for the MSL Talk Podcast Newsletter here: https://www.mslmastery.com/msl-talk-podcast-newsletter-signup
The MSL Talk Podcast is available on all podcast platforms and the MSL Talk YouTube Channel.
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.
#msl #medicalaffairs #medicalscienceliaison #MSLTalk #pharmaceutical
(0:00) Introduction of guest Alicia Bullock and overview of change management
(0:12) Sponsor: Mass West event by Fierce Life Sciences
(0:52) Introduction to MSL Talk podcast
(1:48) Alicia Bullock's background and professional journey
(5:44) Key triggers for change management in the pharmaceutical industry
(8:07) Essential first steps in change management post-organizational events
(11:25) Typical change management pitfalls and how to avoid them
(15:37) Identifying change management leaders and their roles
(19:31) Strategies to prevent a toxic workplace culture after significant changes
(25:39) Guidance for employees navigating through organizational changes
(29:04) The role of organizational energy in successful change management
(31:49) Conclusion: Key takeaways and expressions of gratitude
(33:08) Call to action: Subscription and review reminder
34 min
August 06, 2024 The ART of Excellence... How to be a Rock Star MSL
In this week’s episode, Cathy Andorfer, National MSL Director shares The ART of Excellence…How to become a Rock Star MSL
Learn more about…
👉 What is the Art of Excellence….How to be a Rock Star MSL
👉 When is the book available and how can one get it
👉 What can MSLs learn from Cathy
👉 What does the future look like MSLs
PLEASE sign up for the MSL Talk Podcast Newsletter here: https://www.mslmastery.com/msl-talk-podcast-newsletter-signup
The MSL Talk Podcast is available on all podcast platforms and the MSL Talk YouTube Channel.
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.
#msl #medicalaffairs #medicalscienceliaison #MSLTalk #pharmaceutical
(0:00) Introduction and Welcoming Kathy Andorfer
(0:14) Announcement for Mass West event
(0:50) Podcast introduction and Disclaimer about opinions
(2:05) Kathy's book announcement and discussion
(5:28) Kathy's book writing process and availability
(9:52) The role of adaptability and resilience in the MSL career
(12:35) Overcoming writing challenges and industry outlook
(18:03) Adapting to industry changes and the importance of a positive mindset
(21:49) Recap, expressions of gratitude, and closing remarks
(25:10) Outro and credits
(25:30) Sponsor: The Carolan Group
26 min
July 30, 2024 A Trip Around the MSL Insights Cycle
In this week’s episode, Patrina Pellett and Richard Swank (both from MSL Growth) join me to take a trip around the MSL Insights Cycle.
Learn more about…
👉 What mistakes MSLs are making with Insights
👉 The stages of the MSL insights cycle
👉 Why the gathering stage is so important for insights
👉 The importance of the analysis stage for insights
👉 Why medical strategy is critical to each stage of MSL insights
PLEASE sign up for the MSL Talk Podcast Newsletter here: https://www.mslmastery.com/msl-talk-podcast-newsletter-signup
The MSL Talk Podcast is available on all podcast platforms and the MSL Talk YouTube Channel.
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.
#msl #medicalaffairs #medicalscienceliaison #MSLTalk #pharmaceutical
(0:00) Introduction of guests Petrina Pellett and Richard Swank
(0:13) Announcement of Medical Affairs Strategic Summit West
(0:54) Podcast introduction and welcome
(3:03) Overview of MSL Growth and insights course; Common mistakes with insights
(6:00) Training MSLs on insights input and explanation of the insight cycle
(10:12) Competitive intelligence as an insight and stages of the MSL insight cycle
(17:31) Importance and analysis of the gathering stage in the insight cycle
(24:26) Sharing phase and effective sharing mechanisms
(27:14) Understanding your audience and final insights about insights
(29:21) Common myths about insights and closing remarks
(31:29) Outro and call to action
32 min
July 23, 2024 Demystifying and Unpacking Omnichannel Engagement
Learn more about…
👉 How Omnichannel is currently being adopted and embraced
👉 What’s working and what’s going well with omnichannel strategies?
👉 What’s not going well, what are MSLs struggling with when it comes to Omnichannel
👉 The importance of executive buy in with Omnichannel
👉 Is Omnichannel living up to the hype
PLEASE sign up for the MSL Talk Podcast Newsletter here: https://www.mslmastery.com/msl-talk-podcast-newsletter-signup
The MSL Talk Podcast is available on all podcast platforms and the MSL Talk YouTube Channel.
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.
#msl #medicalaffairs #medicalscienceliaison #MSLTalk #pharmaceutical
(0:00) Introduction of guests Donnie Wooten and Kelly Lowe
(1:15) Greetings and episode topic introduction
(1:47) Introductions of Kelly Lo and Donnie Wooten
(3:03) Evolution and current status of omnichannel in medical affairs
(5:32) Key elements and executive buy-in for successful omnichannel strategy
(7:55) Integration of different channels in omnichannel
(10:46) Future potential of omnichannel engagement
(15:44) Challenges in omnichannel: company strategy vs MSL execution
(22:21) Regulatory considerations in omnichannel
(23:31) AI's impact on the future of omnichannel
(26:54) Advice for MSLs on engaging with omnichannel
(29:15) The role of business acumen for MSLs
(30:23) Closing remarks
(30:37) Sponsor: Mass West conference information
(31:04) Outro and call to action
32 min
July 16, 2024 Medical Affairs Fellowships: The What, the HOW and the WHY
Learn more about…
👉 How Shani landed her fellowship
👉 Details of an MSL fellowship
👉 What opportunities might develop through a fellowship
👉 What are the challenges and frustrations in trying to get a fellowship
👉 Advice and learnings that Shani was able to take away from the experience.
PLEASE sign up for the MSL Talk Podcast Newsletter here: https://www.mslmastery.com/msl-talk-podcast-newsletter-signup
The MSL Talk Podcast is available on all podcast platforms and the MSL Talk YouTube Channel.
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.
#msl #medicalaffairs #medicalscienceliaison #MSLTalk #pharmaceutical
(0:00) Introduction and Background of Shawnee Park
(1:58) Sponsor: MSL Mastery
(2:19) Shawnee's transition into the industry and fellowship inspiration
(5:12) Securing a fellowship and the importance of networking
(10:08) Experiences and challenges during the fellowship
(14:32) Key takeaways and advice for aspiring MSLs
(21:16) Shawnee's future career aspirations
(23:45) The significance of networking and personal branding
(25:07) Closing remarks and appreciation
27 min
July 09, 2024 Career Currency: The Key to Your Success
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
PLEASE sign up for the MSL Talk Podcast Newsletter here: https://www.mslmastery.com/msl-talk-podcast-newsletter-signup
The MSL Talk Podcast is available on all podcast platforms and the MSL Talk YouTube Channel.
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
34 min
July 02, 2024 The Power of Purpose
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Learn more about…
👉 The truth about purpose
👉 Why it is so important for MSLs to be purpose driven
👉 The results that come from being purpose driven
👉 The team element and advice for MSL leaders
👉 “A Dose of Inspiration”
PLEASE sign up for the MSL Talk Podcast Newsletter here: https://www.mslmastery.com/msl-talk-podcast-newsletter-signup
The MSL Talk Podcast is available on all podcast platforms and the MSL Talk YouTube Channel.
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.
#msl #medicalaffairs #medicalscienceliaison #MSLTalk #pharmaceutical
(0:00) Introduction and guest introduction
(1:05) Jill Donahue's background and significance of purpose
(7:33) The impact of purpose in the MSL role
(10:41) Authenticity and teaching purpose
(20:19) Overcoming challenges for MSLs with a purpose-driven mindset
(23:34) Discussion on Jill's book and its implications
(26:14) Closing remarks and gratitude
28 min

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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.