MSL Talk
MSL Talk, hosted by Tom Caravela, MSL Recruiter and Founder of The Carolan Group, offers insights for Medical Science Liaisons, aspiring MSLs, and Medical Affairs leaders.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 32 minutes
- Episodes
- 268
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
How to Emerge as an Everyday Leader and Top Performer
In this episode, Mark McKern shares his extensive career journey and insights from the recent ASCO conference. He delves into the essential characteristics of effective leaders and the strategies the…
00:27:37 |
Tue 21 Jun 2022
Field Medical Execution Despite Limited Resources
In this episode, Ed Cunningham delves into his extensive background in Neurology MSLs and shares insights on managing MSL teams, including the role of outsourcing. He explores the impact of virtual p…
00:27:41 |
Tue 14 Jun 2022
Effective Relationship Strategies for MSL Success with Commercial Counterparts
In this episode, Tom Caravela hosts Rob Rosti to delve into the critical dynamics between Medical Science Liaisons (MSLs) and commercial teams. Rob shares his background and highlights the significan…
00:32:41 |
Tue 07 Jun 2022
Perceived, Probe, Reflect-KOL Engagement Model
In this episode, Tom Caravela is joined by Amy Patel to delve into her innovative KOL engagement model. Amy shares her career journey and introduces her perceive, probe, and reflect approach. The dis…
00:30:44 |
Tue 31 May 2022
KPIs: Why Quantitative WON’T Work Without Qualitative Outcomes
In this episode, Linda Traylor and Rena Patel join Tom Caravela to share their insights on the evolving landscape of the MSL profession. They discuss the significance of networking, understanding KPI…
00:37:27 |
Tue 24 May 2022
Career Resiliency: How to Survive and Thrive After a Lay Off
In this episode, Tom Caravela is joined by Carol Lawlor to discuss her career journey and the challenges faced in the medical affairs industry. Carol shares her personal experiences transitioning int…
00:29:51 |
Tue 17 May 2022
Why MSLs Need a Personal Board of Directors
In this episode, Tom Caravela welcomes Marieke Jonkman to discuss the concept of creating a personal board of directors for Medical Science Liaisons (MSLs). Marieke shares her career journey and emph…
00:27:26 |
Tue 10 May 2022
How to Architect a Presentation for an MSL Interview
In this episode, Tom Caravela welcomes guests Kendra Peltz and Josh Yoder, who share their unique journeys from wrestling backgrounds to becoming Medical Science Liaisons. They delve into the intrica…
00:43:49 |
Tue 03 May 2022
Digital Opinion Leaders: What You Should Know About DOLs
In this episode, Tom Caravela is joined by Omar McMillan to delve into the emerging role of digital opinion leaders (DOLs) in medical affairs. They explore the criteria for identifying DOLs and their…
00:28:56 |
Tue 26 Apr 2022
Celebrating 100 Episodes: Top MSL Insights, Career Tips, and Community Gratitude
In the milestone 100th episode of MSL Talk, Tom Caravela celebrates the journey of the podcast and extends gratitude to the supportive community. Reflecting on the podcast's evolution, Tom quizzes li…
00:42:25 |
Tue 19 Apr 2022
From MSL to MSL Recruiter: A Career Transition
In this episode, Sarah Snyder shares her journey from BioSplice to becoming an MSL recruiter at The Carolan Group. She emphasizes the value of networking and building a strong LinkedIn presence, disc…
00:28:55 |
Tue 12 Apr 2022
How to Advance Your Career Through Informational Interviews
In this episode, Joelle Martin joins Tom Caravela to explore the pivotal role of informational interviews in career advancement for MSLs. Joelle shares personal experiences and effective strategies t…
00:29:54 |
Tue 05 Apr 2022
COMP: How HR Determines Compensation and Titles for Job Offers
In this episode, Chris Castin joins Tom Caravela to delve into the intricacies of compensation and negotiation processes for MSL roles. They explore how to prepare for job offer negotiations while em…
00:42:34 |
Tue 29 Mar 2022
The Misalignment of Clinical Development and Field Medical Affairs
In this episode, Tom Caravela is joined by Carrie Caretta and Giancarlo Maranzano from Boehringer Ingelheim to explore the integration of clinical development and field medical affairs. They discuss …
00:28:56 |
Tue 22 Mar 2022
Emotional Intelligence and the MSL: More Important than EVER
In this episode, Doug Yau from Sanofi joins Tom Caravela to delve into the critical role of emotional intelligence in the MSL profession. They explore the definition, components, and the profound imp…
00:24:35 |
Tue 15 Mar 2022
TOP Interview Questions to Ask Hiring Managers
In this episode, Tom Caravela and Charlie Cook delve into effective interview strategies for both hiring managers and candidates. They discuss essential interview questions, the importance of address…
00:39:24 |
Tue 08 Mar 2022
Lead with Strengths… Develop Your Weaknesses
In this episode, Tom Caravela explores the importance of recognizing and utilizing personal strengths in both professional and personal realms. He shares research on the benefits of focusing on stren…
00:30:01 |
Tue 01 Mar 2022
5 Ways to Survive and Thrive at MSL AND Mom Life
In this episode, Sarah Snyder from The Carolan Group joins Tom Caravela to discuss strategies for MSL moms balancing work and family life. Sarah shares her expertise on leveraging LinkedIn for job se…
00:35:39 |
Tue 22 Feb 2022
From Pharmacy to MSL: How an Rx background can lead to industry
In this episode, Tom Caravela welcomes Cassie James to discuss her transition from pharmacy to the industry and how her pharmacy skills have been invaluable in her MSL career. Cassie shares insights …
00:23:58 |
Tue 15 Feb 2022
Do What Other Don't-Opportunity in a Saturated Market
In this episode, Tom Caravela welcomes Kunal Ramani to discuss his inspiring journey from pharmacy school to a thriving career in medical affairs. Kunal shares his "do what others don't" philosophy a…
00:32:39 |
Tue 08 Feb 2022
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