Mastering the First Impression

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Why is a first impression so important? Mainly because it could also be your last, and only, impression on someone. Oftentimes, job seekers can fail at conveying a positive first impression, and they will unfortunately never get another chance to show who they truly are. This is an area that I feel …

Jan 29^th • 2 mins read

Resume Writing and Editing Tips for Pharma Professionals

Pharmaceutical recruiter, Resume writing tips, Professional CV, LinkedIn profile optimization, Job application keywords

As a Professional Pharmaceutical Recruiter, I read and evaluate resumes (as well as CVs), every day. While I am not a professional resume writer, I have a very strong understanding of what a good resume or CV looks like and what should be included. More importantly, I keep track of what is most effe…

Aug 8^th • 1 min read

Combatting the “Summer Slow Down"​ – MSL Job Search Tips for Slower Months

Medical Science Liaison, Medical Affairs recruitment, job search strategies, networking in medical field, summer hiring trends

There is definitely a cyclical nature to hiring Medical Science Liaisons and Medical Affairs professionals. Typically, peak season for recruitment and hiring is from March to June, which is the time-frame in and around which MSLs collect their annual bonuses. However, Medical Science Liaison hiring …

Jun 23^rd • 2 mins read

What to do When a Job Offer is Rescinded

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First off, there are a couple of reasons why a company might rescind a job offer. Number one, if the person gets an offer and over negotiates or handles the negotiation improperly, it may rub people the wrong way and could lead to the company rescinding the offer. More commonly, the reason why job o…

Jul 20^th • 5 mins read

How to Prepare for a Virtual or Video Interview

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As we are quickly becoming thrust into the age of “virtual” meetings and video interviews, job seekers and industry professionals need to be completely prepared to master this new paradigm of interpersonal communication. Here are some important tips for acing your next video interview: …

Mar 19^th • 1 min read