Author Archives: Tom Caravela
Diversity in Medical Affairs and the Power of Networking
My guests today are Rachel Kennedy, LaShaundra Taylor, and Nirav Shah from DiMA (Diversity in Medical Affairs) and we discuss the story of DiMA and the power of networking. In this episode we discuss: Intro of Rachel, LaShaundra, and Nirav The story of how the DiMA group was formed What is the mission and how…
“The Road Less Traveled: Leveraging an Unconventional Career Path”
Marc Bernarducci, Sr Medical Science Liaison shares ideas on leveraging an unconventional career path to find success. In this episode we discuss: Marc’s education and where his career began What made him want to transition to the industry and how did he go about it How he landed in medical affairs and why he wanted…
How a “Non Traditional” background can lead to success as an MSL
My guest today is Robert Rosti, Sr Medical Science Liaison at Biogen. He discusses how his “Non-Traditional” background led to great success as a Medical Science Liaison. In this episode we discuss: Rob’s background His education and where his career began What made him want to transition to the industry and how did he go…
LinkedIn: Why you need it. How to use it!
My guest today is Jill Vanak, Clinical Research Practitioner at Janssen Oncology, Early Development. We talk about LinkedIn, why it is important, why you need it, and how to use it. In this episode we discuss: Who is Jill and what she does LinkedIn – where do people start? Tips and tricks to know as…
Gratitude: An absolute MUST for career advancement
Tom Caravela discusses why gratitude is an absolute MUST for career advancement. In this episode we discuss: Good things come from gratitude Connecting to people through gratitude Time is currency Going the extra mile to show others you appreciate them
How I landed my first MSL role… what works, what doesn’t, and what you need to know
My guest today is Julie Chen, Medical Science Liaison at Janssen Cardiology. We discuss how she landed her first MSL role and what advice she has for aspiring MSLs looking to break into the role. In this episode we discuss: Julie’s background Why she wanted to be an MSL The story of her job search…
Compliance 101-Most common issues and MSL-related gray areas
Today’s guests are Jessica McLin and Melody Davis of Versant Learning. We discuss MSL Compliance 101 and the most common issues and MSL-related gray areas. In this episode we discuss: Jessica and Melody intro What Versant Learning does Compliance and what people need to know The most common gray areas to look out for Where…
How to Develop IDPs Individual Development Plans and Road Maps for Career Development
My guest today is Elaine Nadeau, Director Field Excellence at EMD Serono. We discuss how MSLs can Develop IDPs (Individual Development Plans) and Road Maps for Career Development. In this episode we discuss: Who is Elaine and what she does How she got into the medical affairs Her role in Field Medical Excellence What is…
Top Ten Tips: Improving Business Etiquette and Emotional Intelligence to Advance Your Career
Today’s guest is Bridget Rasmusson, Client Services Lead at The Carolan Group offers great advice on how proper business etiquette and emotional intelligence can advance your career. In this episodes we discuss: The importance of a first impression Have your “elevator pitch” down before you need it Remember names Do as much research about the…
The Future of KOL Engagement and new strategies that will emerge
Today we have Joan Cannon, Senior Director Scientific Affairs at Lundbeck. Joan discusses the future of KOL engagement and what changes as well as new strategies will emerge. In this episode we discuss: Joan’s background and her current career How she landed her first MSL role Her MSLs and team in the midst of COVID…