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 the pitfalls of traditional approaches Recommendations on follow-up and documentation  Today we are taking a look at a four-step feedback formula that focuses on empathy, acknowledging the difficulty of the feedback, providing facts and d ..read more

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 profiles, so we’ll explore some impactful and easy items today.  In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: Where and how to place keywords to boost your relevance  Finding and reviewing your privacy settings Ways to strengthen y ..read more

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 view as your strengths and what they view as your opportunities to improve at work. This evaluation strategy is based on discovering your personal branding by giving people an anonymous avenue to comment on how you’re seen at work. In this Episode ..read more

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, and how to use it to your advantage. In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: Descriptions of some common professional brand traits Understand the value your brand can bring to your organization How to make sure your brand is positionin ..read more

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 Surgeons (NBPAS) - a non-profit, physician-led organization providing a pathway for continuous specialty and subspecialty certification. In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: NBPAS - an independent certifying organization, distinct ..read more

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 strategies you may not be using today  So you found a few job postings - now what? More than 700 of your peers attended my recent webinar Where and How to Look for Pharmaceutical Jobs for Physicians. We discussed more than ten highly pr ..read more

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 Compensation and career growth that come with industry What you really need for success, and how to manage rejection More than 700 of your peers attended my recent webinar Where and How to Look for Pharmaceutical Jobs for Physicians. We discuss ..read more

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 my listeners who want a career change. There’s a lot to learn, so I brought in a true expert! The laws are tricky, and some are time sensitive (thanks, COVID) so listen TODAY to understand more about your student loan forgiveness options. You ..read more

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 resume writing service Common DIY resume mistakes - and why they really do matter Which is more important - networking or a great resume? Today we’re answering the common listener question: “should I hire a professional resume service?” and the closely ..read more

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 what to leave out of your answers - and why The real reason you’re being asked three tough questions How to prepare and research for specific interviews Today’s topic covers helps you navigate the top three interview questions nearly everyone strugg ..read more