You know you're not alone. Many doctors are frustrated by bureaucracy, stagnation, and burnout. If you're stuck on a career treadmill and your hard work isn't getting you the results you deserve, you need The Career Rx! This podcast is about modern business, branding, social media, and digital platforms to help physicians advance their careers. Grow your practice, build a successful physician side gig, achieve academic promotion, become a physician entrepreneur, and even transition to a nonc ...
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#122 - Four Step Formula for Giving Difficult Feedback
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How can organizations encourage open and constructive feedback between employees and managers? Are end-of-year reviews something you dread giving and getting? Listen to this episode for an anxiety reducing way to address giving difficult feedback. In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: ways of delivering constructive feedback navigating th…
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#121 - How to Optimize Your LinkedIn Profile
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Not sure how to optimize your LinkedIn profile? Is it worth it to optimize your LinkedIn profile? If you’re asking either of these two questions, perhaps you have already tried to update your LinkedIn profile but it doesn’t seem to be helping. Many people know they should be using LinkedIn but aren’t actually sure what it means to optimize their pr…
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#120 - How to Find Out What People Really Think About You at Work
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Ever wonder what people really think about you at work? Are you sure you’re being perceived the way you intended to be? In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: Why it’s important to know what colleagues think Seven questions to include in any evaluation What to do with the information you receive Today you’ll learn how to know what people v…
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#119 - What's Your Personal Brand at Work (and Should You Change It)?
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What do people say about you at work when you're not in the room? What are you known for? Your career opportunities and advancement likely depend on this. I’m not talking about gossip. I’m talking about your personal and professional brand. You have one, whether you’ve cultivated it deliberately or not. Listen to learn more about what this means, a…
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#118 - Continuous Certification via the National Board of Physicians and Surgeons (NBPAS)
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Should you maintain board certification if you switch to a nonclinical career? Are there more relevant or less burdensome alternatives to the requirements of your primary board certifying body? These are common questions from many physicians, in clinical and nonclinical careers. Today, get ready to learn about the National Board of Physicians and S…
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#117 - How to Find a Nonclinical Job in Your Specialty
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Wonder how to find nonclinical jobs in your specialty, or does it seem like there aren’t any opportunities available to doctors like you? Trust me, they do exist! Listen to hear simple but effective strategies to accelerate your career change. In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: Exactly where and how to look for nonclinical jobs A few s…
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If you've wondered where to find nonclinical physician jobs in the world of pharma, biotech, or medical device - you're in the right place. Today’s podcast is the Q&A follow-up to a webinar about how to find nonclinical careers for doctors. In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: An overview of resumes vs CVs and how to get results Compensa…
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#115 - Anesthesiologist to Undergrad Anatomy Professor - with Dr. Jennifer Wortendyke
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Some of you knew as early as medical school or residency that clinical medicine wasn’t really the best for you. But everyone says, keep your head down, slog through, and everything will get better. Or, some of you had major life events (illness, injury, babies, COVID…) that made you rethink your career and priorities. If either of these sound famil…
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#114 - Student Loan Forgiveness for Doctors with Expert Travis Hornsby
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Are student loans preventing you from making the career moves you want, or are student loans preventing you from the work/life balance you deserve? Student loan forgiveness for doctors is a real thing - yes, even for high earners, and those with LOTS of debt. In fact, worry about student loans and salary changes are among the very top concerns from…
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#113 - Should You Hire a Professional Resume Writer or Service?
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Wondering whether to hire a professional resume writer or service? Will a resume service finally help you make that career transition and land the job you want? Take a deep dive into whether this is the right decision for you in this listener inspired episode! In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: The pros and cons of investing in a resum…
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#112 - How to Answer the Three Hardest Interview Questions
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Unsure how to prepare for a nonclinical career interview? Many doctors don’t know what to expect from industry interviews. If you’re stressing about how to approach challenging interview questions, listen to this episode and feel confident you can nail the nonclinical interview. In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: What to include and wh…
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#111 - Is LinkedIn Premium Worth It in 2023
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Is Linkedin Premium really worth it in 2023? What does the paid version of LinkedIn do, and should you buy it? The short answer is maybe - because it depends on how you’ll use it. So, listen for an overview of top LinkedIn Premium features and how to use them. In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: The top five reasons LinkedIn Premium mig…
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#108 - What You Need to Know About Why You Didn't Get the Job
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Wondering why you didn’t get the job after a great interview? Are you totally unqualified, or applying for the wrong jobs? Listen to explore why this is most likely not your shortcomings, and what you can learn even if you didn’t get any feedback. In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: The many reasons candidates are rejected that have not…
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#109 - How to Get Paid for the Work You're Doing for Free
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What are you currently being “voluntold” to do? Have you taken on task after task with zero compensation? This episode offers 4 ways to turn free efforts into paid work. In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: 4 best practices for (finally) getting paid for extra work Some hard truths about expectations and compensations The caveats that co…
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#110 - Careers in Drug Safety with Dr. Patrick Twomey
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What is a drug safety physician? What are the pros and cons of a career in pharmacovigilance? Is it hard to land a job as a safety physician in pharma? Can you work remotely as a drug safety physician? Listen for a detailed insight into the world of drug development safety. In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: A typical day in the life o…
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#107 - Leaving Clinical Medicine - What Does it Really Mean? With Dr. Debbie Bradley
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If you “leave” clinical medicine, are you still a doctor? What does it mean to leave medicine, anyway? Fear and uncertainty, all wrapped up in identity - if you’re facing complex emotions as you consider a nonclinical career in medicine, this episode is for you. In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: How your identity and career are really…
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#106 - How to Decline a Job Offer Without Burning Bridges
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Wondering if it’s unprofessional to decline a job offer? Not sure how to decline a job offer politely? If you’ve found yourself with multiple job offers, or an offer that’s simply unappealing, listen to these best practices for declining a job offer without burning bridges. In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: When to turn down a job a o…
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#105 - Negotiation Strategies with Dr. Linda Street
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What’s your negotiation strategy? Successful negotiation requires knowledge and skill. If you’re intimidated when it comes to negotiating a promotion or job offer, and want to feel more confident in your negotiation skills, this episode is for you. In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: How negotiation is different for women, and how to ad…
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#104 - Getting a job in pharma without US license or clinical practice - with Dr. Rohan Sopariwala
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Interested in pharmaceutical career options without a US license? Whether you’re an international medical graduate (IMG) or you have not completed US board certification or residency training, this episode is for you. In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: Dr. Rohan Sopariwala’s strategies for getting started in US pharma as an IMG How to …
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#103 - What If I Regret Leaving Medicine? Discussing the Downsides of Nonclinical Jobs for Doctors
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Thinking about leaving clinical medicine, but worried about downsides? If you’re wondering if you’ll regret leaving clinical medicine, listen to this episode, and hear some concerns and questions from a listener like you. In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: Questions you should ask yourself about nonclinical medicine Worries and fears p…
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#102 - Five Tips for Saving Time and Getting The Right Things Done
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Everyone wants to save time, and everyone has too much to do! Are you looking for better ways to save time and get more done? I’ve found the secret is really more to do with finding focused ways to get the right things done. Listen to hear my five favorite time saving tips you can apply to all areas of your life. In this episode of The Career Rx we…
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#101 - How to Choose the Right NonClinical Career with Dr. Chelsea Turgeon
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Do you feel trapped in your medical career? Worried that leaving clinical medicine is basically throwing your degree away? A mindset shift may be just what you need, from physician author and coach, Dr. Chelsea Turgeon. Listen to discover how you can align your career goals with your values. In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: How Dr. C…
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#100 - Success Stories - 3 Physicians Land Pharma Jobs Without Prior Experience
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Still thinking you’ll never be able to land a nonclinical job? Ready to have the confidence to know you can, and you can even negotiate for a higher salary or a better package? Listen as I cover three inspirational success stories that prove a career transition is possible. In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: Landing a pharma role witho…
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#99 - Real Estate Investing with Dr. Ronnie Shalev
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Want to move on from clinical medicine? Know you’re ready for a transition but not sure how to make it happen? Today’s guest might have the inspiration you need. She happens to be one of the first students in my Industry Insider course years ago, and she’s got a thriving career as a quality physician in the medical device industry. In this episode …
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#98 - 10 Tips for Getting Lucky in Your Career
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Can you create more luck in your career? Some people seem to really get lucky when it comes to opportunities and advancement. But today, we’ll talk about how you can influence and control how much “luck” comes your way. In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: Your personal “Board of Directors” and who needs to be on it How your personal nar…
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#97 - How to get CME Accreditation for Your Course with Dr. Jill Wener
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Physician entrepreneurs - if you’re considering offering CME credits for your courses, programs, or retreats, this episode is for you. In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: What kind of things qualify for CME (and what doesn’t) The pros and cons of various CME course formats What you need to know for a successful application Today’s episo…
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#96 - How to Choose The Right Sponsor for Your Career
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Have doubts about what it means to have a sponsor? Wondering how to go about getting the right sponsor? If you’re not getting the results you need from your sponsor, you really need to hear this. In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: Common mistakes and misconceptions about how to get a sponsor What an effective sponsor - sponsee relation…
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#95 - Nonclinical Resumes and LinkedIn with Career Change Expert Dr. Heather Fork
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Don’t take my word for it - the #1 most important thing to get right for any career pivot is your nonclinical resume and your LinkedIn profile. Dr. Heather Fork has been in the physician career transition business for more than 12 years, so she knows a thing or two. In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: Strategies you can implement today …
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Expecting to or just received a new job offer? Wondering what to look for, and why you should even if you know you can’t change anything? If you’re not sure what to consider when reviewing your new job offer, this episode is for you. In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: Key issues around variable or incentivised compensation Understandin…
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Wondering the best way to tell your boss you’re leaving? Need a plan for a smooth transition out of your current company? If you’re ready to check the boxes on actions and precautions to take when leaving your job, this episode is for you. In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: 5 tips on how to leave your job and give your notice the right…
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#92 - Meaningless Promotions - How to Know, and What to Do
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Do you think you might have been offered (or surprised with) a meaningless promotion? Are your responsibilities and title consistent with your compensation? Listen to this episode to find out more about “meaningless promotions” and how you can approach the situation if this happens to you. In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: The definit…
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#91 - Physician Jobs in Pharma: Drug Safety and Pharmacovigilance
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Think you might be interested in a career in pharma, but not quite sure how doctors work for pharmaceutical companies? Listen to this episode to learn about physician roles in drug safety and pharmacovigilance, and see if that might be a potential career path for you! In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: The overarching goals of pharmaco…
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#90 - Physician Jobs in Pharma: Clinical Research and CROs
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Think you might be interested in a career in pharma, but not quite sure how doctors work for pharmaceutical companies? Listen to this episode to learn about physician roles in clinical research and contract research organizations (CROs), and see if that might be a potential career path for you! In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: Physic…
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#89 - Physician Jobs in Pharma: Medical Affairs
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Think you might be interested in a career in pharma, but not quite sure how doctors work for pharmaceutical companies? Listen to this episode to learn about physician roles in medical affairs, and see if that might be a potential career path for you! In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: What a medical affairs physician does within the ph…
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#88 - What Physicians Do in Pharma: Drug Discovery and Development
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Think you might be interested in a career in pharma, but not quite sure how doctors work for pharmaceutical companies? Listen to this episode to learn about physician roles in drug discovery and development, and see if that might be a potential career path for you! In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: The phases of drug discovery and dev…
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#87 - How to Get Started Finding a Nonclinical Job in Pharma
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Wondering how to start looking for a nonclinical career? Many doctors are interested in pursuing nonclinical careers but literally don’t know how to begin. If you’re wondering where to look, what to look for, and what really works, this episode is for you! Warning - this advice is not for the unmotivated, the excuse-maker, or those who expect oppor…
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#86 - Getting a Job in Pharma Without Prior Experience
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Discouraged because all of the job postings seem to require a few years of pharma experience? Wondering how you’re supposed to get a job to get experience, if all of the jobs require prior experience? Although most job postings are written that way, many of them don’t actually require prior experience in pharma. It’s really a myth - and so importan…
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#85 - The Business of Clinical Medicine with Dr. Una
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Have you settled for “not bad” on your career journey? We focus on nonclinical careers and leadership topics on this podcast, but today I have an inspiring clinical treat for you - if you love clinical medicine but are struggling with what you are ‘supposed to do’ - get ready to listen to some career motivation! In this episode of The Career Rx we’…
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#84 - 3 Ways You Aren't Networking Today (But Should Be!)
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Sure, you’ve heard the advice: ‘you have to network’. And yes, you’ve heard ‘who you know is more important than what you know’ when it comes to career opportunities. But still, it seems you don’t know how to make your professional relationships help you advance. Does effective networking seem mysterious, elusive, or just not relevant? If you’d lik…
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#83 - Never Give Your All and Quituitiveness
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Working hard without reward? Feeling like you’ve done your time, paid your dues, but still not getting the advancement or recognition you deserve? People tend to view effort as an investment that will pay off, and view quitting as ‘giving up’ rather than maximizing success. Maybe the opposite is true. If this sounds interesting, this episode is for…
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#82 - Do I Need Additional Training to Get a Nonclinical Job?
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Do you need to go back to school or seek out a new certification to land a non clinical physician job? Is an MBA required to become a physician leader or work in healthcare industry careers? So many doctors who want nonclinical careers are asking these questions. If you’re wondering if you need additional training to get a nonclinical job, this epi…
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#81 - Reasons You Don't Hear Back After Applying For a Job
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What are the reasons you haven’t heard back after applying for a job? If you’ve recently submitted a resume and are on the edge of your seat waiting for a response, you’ll want to tune in today. Is it normal to not hear back from a job application? How long should you wait to hear back from an employer? Is there anything you can do when you don’t h…
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#80 - Most Popular Networking Strategies for Nonclinical Careers (Encore Mashup)
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Are you a physician looking to transfer to a nonclinical career? Are you at a loss on how to get started the right (and most effective) way? If you’re ready for a crash course in networking, this episode is for you. In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: How to get your foot in the door to find non-clinical jobs as a physician The 7 allies…
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#79 - Most Popular LinkedIn Strategies for Doctors (Encore Mashup)
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LinkedIn for doctors - why do you need it? Can LinkedIn help you get a nonclinical job? There are so many reasons doctors should use LinkedIn, but somehow, a lot of doctors don’t use LinkedIn. And because many doctors don’t use LinkedIn, they also don’t know how to use it well. I know the idea of taking on yet another social media platform can be d…
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#78 - Most Popular Resume and Career Change Advice (Encore Mashup)
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Wondering how to write a nonclinical resume for doctors? What should you write in a cover letter so you get noticed? How to get started with a career change? These are some of the most common questions I’m asked these days. So, if you’re looking for info on nonclinical resumes, cover letters, and career pivot advice for doctors, you’re in the right…
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#77 - Tips for Speaking with Executive Presence
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Should you speak up in meetings? How do you speak confidently in meetings, or get over your fear of talking in meetings? Many aspiring leaders hesitate to speak up in work meetings, afraid of not having the right thing to say. And yet, your professional visibility and perceived leadership potential depends on this. If you know your thought leadersh…
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#76 - Three Huge Job Search Mistakes Physicians Make (But You Don't Have To!)
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Are you sabotaging your chances at a promotion or job search? Maybe you’re limiting or disqualifying yourself without realizing it. I always recommend reaching out directly to the folks who are in a position to advance your career, but proceed mindfully to avoid these very common mistakes! In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: How to talk…
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#75 - From Surgeon to Healthcare Architecture Consultant (Really!) with Dr. Heena Santry
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Feeling like you’re not making the difference you were meant to make? If you’re looking for some inspiration to make those hard career decisions - this episode is for you. In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: Values and motivations in a medical career, and how academics isn’t always the most impactful way to make a difference Exactly how…
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#74 - 8 Elements of an Effective Networking Strategy
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Do you want to know how to grow your network fast, especially if you want to take your career in a new direction, or to new heights? Think you have to get lucky to network, or be a natural extrovert? Many people are under the impression that networking is only for chatty extroverts who love small talk and easily manage to meet tons of people. But t…
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#73 - Facts and Myths About Physician Recruiters
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Ever wondered what recruiters actually do, and whether they can help you? Curious how recruiters help nonclinical physician job seekers, or if recruiters only help companies? If you’re not sure about responding to reaching out to recruiters, especially if you’re looking for a leadership or nonclinical role - this episode is for you. In this episode…
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