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In this career chat, I had a fun conversation with Nicole Gampp, Senior Alliance Manager at Compass Therapeutics. Nicole shares her unique, non-linear career journey from research to HR and medical affairs, eventually leading to alliance management. We discuss the intricacies of an Alliance Manager's role, the importance of networking, and career transitions. Nicole emphasizes the significance of finding a mission-driven company and offers insights into work-life balance differences between the US and Abroad, as well as large and small companies. We also cover handling rejections, leveraging transferable skills, the pros and cons of pursuing advanced degrees, and the importance of self-advocacy. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to strategically navigate their career path.
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00:00 Introduction to Nicole Gampp and Her Unique Career Path
00:40 Nicole's Early Life and Education
01:35 Transitioning from Academia to Industry
02:59 Exploring Opportunities in HR and Medical Affairs
04:12 Discovering Alliance Management
04:33 Differences Between Working in Switzerland and the US
05:19 Advice for Aspiring Alliance Managers
07:07 Day-to-Day Responsibilities of an Alliance Manager
08:47 Skills and Strategies for Career Transitions
15:33 Navigating Job Transitions and Rejections
17:51 The Role of an MBA in Career Advancement
19:27 Certifications and Continuous Learning
20:34 Career Path and Future Aspirations
23:58 Company Culture and Work Environment
26:31 Mentorship and Networking
27:53 Final Thoughts and Advice
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In this episode, I explore 10 common resume mistakes that might be hindering your biotech job search. Drawing from my recent BioSpace column and observations, I offer practical advice on pitfalls to avoid, such as using profile pictures, fancy formatting, and not proofreading. I emphasize the importance of a professional email address and discuss the specific information you should never include. Learn how to stand out with a tidy and impactful resume, whether you're transitioning from academia or making a career shift. Don't miss my tips on effective formatting, using headlines, and hyperlinking publications. Email me at [email protected] for my proven resume template and start crafting a resume that gets noticed for all the right reasons.
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00:00 - Intro
00:31 - Avoid Profile Pictures in Resumes
00:55 - Steer Clear of Unusual Formatting
02:19 - Importance of Proofreading Your Resume
02:52 - Use Simple Bullet Points for Clarity
03:38 - Professional Email Address Essentials
04:30 - Avoid Oversharing Personal Information
05:45 - Skip the Objective Statement
08:18 - Beware of Keyword Stuffing
09:11 - Eliminate Jargon from Your Resume
09:58 - Keep It Concise: Don’t Write a Book
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In this episode of the Biotech Career Coach Podcast, we revisit an interview with John Doyle, Education Director at the Gloucester Biotechnology Academy, originally conducted for the Building Biotechs podcast. We discuss pathways for individuals with little to no experience to enter the biotech industry, emphasizing the academy's role in re-skilling and transitioning careers through intensive training programs. John tells us about the academy's offerings, including a seven-month training curriculum followed by internships, industry partnerships, and their outreach through middle school programs to inspire young minds. We also highlight the Massachusetts Life Sciences Internship Challenge and the benefits it offers companies in hiring capable interns. The value of the program is showcased through alumni success stories and the academy's holistic support system for students.
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00:00 Introduction to the Interview with John Doyle
00:47 Overview of Gloucester Biotech Academy
03:04 John Doyle's Background and Journey
04:17 GMGI's Triad Strategy and Marine Sciences Focus
09:29 Industry Partnerships and Internship Programs
16:28 Application Process and Student Experience
25:29 Middle School Program and Community Outreach
32:09 Conclusion and Contact Information
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In this episode, I explore the notion of perceived career setbacks, particularly regarding the decision to return to academia after a stint in industry. This topic often arises during coaching sessions where individuals express concerns about the job market and their career trajectories. We discuss recent trends, including market corrections and layoffs, that have impacted employment prospects in biotech. Through real-life stories, I highlight various career paths and the importance of adapting and expanding skill sets. Ultimately, the message is clear: there is no linear career path, and one's career decisions should be personal, aiming to gain new skills and build networks.
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00:00 Introduction: Academia vs. Industry
00:56 The Job Market Shift
02:23 Evaluating a Return to Academia
03:18 Case Studies: Real-Life Examples
10:51 Navigating the Hybrid Career Path
14:00 Conclusion: Your Career, Your Choice
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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
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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
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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 it’s 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
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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
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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
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This week, I am thrilled to share an inspiring conversation with Bruce Wu, whom we’ve 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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Link In With Bruce!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
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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
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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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Link In with Priya!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
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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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In this episode, we discuss whether your job search is on the right track by examining key metrics. I give a blueprint for a gold-standard job search, informed by a decade of experience and interviews with numerous successful candidates in the biotech industry. We go over metrics for networking, applications-to-interviews ratios, interview progression rates, and offer negotiation tactics. By the end of the episode, listeners will understand how to measure their job search effectiveness and address any bottlenecks in the process to achieve better outcomes.
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00:00 Introduction: Is Your Job Search Going Well?
00:49 Understanding the Job Search Funnel
02:13 Networking: The Key to Job Search Success
07:33 Applications: Maximizing Your Hit Rate
11:06 Interviews: Advancing Through the Process
13:27 Offers: Negotiating Your Worth
16:57 Conclusion: Recap and Final Thoughts
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In this episode, we dive into 'Radical Candor' by Kim Scott, a must-read for anyone aiming to improve their leadership and communication skills. This podcast features excerpts from a recent interactive book club, highlighting key discussions about how to provide and receive honest feedback effectively. I share some personal insights on applying the book's principles in both professional and personal settings, including practical advice on maintaining regular, goal-oriented meetings with managers.
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00:00 Introduction to Radical Candor
00:23 Book Club Format and Purpose
01:24 Personal Impact and Application
02:44 Updated Version Insights
03:39 Effective Feedback and Communication
05:59 Managing Upwards
08:34 Goal Setting Strategies
09:51 Conclusion and Community Invitation
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In this episode, we explore the step-by-step process of preparing an industry job talk that can significantly boost your chances of landing a job. From crafting a compelling introduction with a strong hook to organizing your presentation with engaging storytelling techniques such as 'yes, and' and 'and, but, therefore,' this guide provides invaluable tips. Learn the importance of simple and visually appealing slides, tying your research back to the job description, and effectively handling Q&A sessions. This comprehensive roadmap also emphasizes the need for practice and the power of enthusiasm in delivering a captivating job talk.
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00:00 Introduction to Crafting an Industry Job Talk
00:23 Creating a Compelling Introduction
02:48 Structuring Your Talk with Stories and Roadmaps
03:41 Tying Research Back to the Job Description
09:20 Effective Slide Design and Presentation Tips
12:11 Connecting Your Work to the Job and Handling Q&A
17:20 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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Our monthly career coach column on BioSpace just dropped! This month we offer deeper insights into navigating the job market and the hiring process. There's a lot of stigma and confusion surrounding career gaps, but recruiters are more interested in how candidates have used their time to maintain or enhance their skills. This episode provides practical advice on how candidates can positively frame their career breaks during interviews, using tutoring as an example of a valuable experience. We also advise junior hiring managers on running an efficient and compliant hiring process within resource-limited environments, such as startups. We also touch upon the legal considerations in interviews, stressing the importance of only asking job-related questions to avoid discrimination.
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00:00 Welcome to My Career Coach Column Deep Dive
00:18 Navigating Career Gaps with Confidence
00:53 The Art of Presenting Your Career Gap in Interviews
02:51 Leveraging Tutoring and Mentorship During Career Breaks
06:36 Advice for First-Time Hiring Managers in Startups
07:56 Mastering the Hiring Process: A Guide for New Managers
12:06 Optimizing Hiring with Data and Efficiency
15:12 Implementing a Data-Driven Candidate Assessment Strategy
18:39 Mastering Data-Driven Hiring
20:12 Creating a Solid Hiring Process: A Three-Pronged Approach
21:34 Navigating the Legal Landscape of Hiring
22:50 The Dos and Don'ts of Interview Questions
32:38 Effective Behavioral-Based Interviewing
34:38 Concluding Thoughts on Hiring Excellence
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This week my monthly BioSpace Career Coach column dropped, so I'm going into greater detail about each of the questions I answered in that column. We chat about excelling in Zoom calls, acing HR interviews, and navigating potential layoffs. This advice is widely applicable for those of you wanting to stand out and take control of your career.
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In this episode, Dimple Doshi, MS, SAPM, shares her inspiring journey from a bench scientist to R&D Strategy and Operations, where she now blends science and business. As a first-generation immigrant, she navigated challenges and leveraged transferable skills to carve her unique career path. From the Northeastern Co-op program to her experience in large and small companies, Dimple's story will resonate with many aspiring biotech professionals we meet in the community. We discuss career transitions, mentorship, immigration hurdles, social impact, and more!
Note: The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individual presenter and should not be attributed to any organization with which the presenter is employed or affiliated.
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