Career Q&A with Tom Caravela- His Story and other Stuff

In this episode, Tom Caravela shares his personal journey from college to the pharmaceutical industry and eventually into MSL recruitment. He details the origins and evolution of The Carolan Group, revealing the challenges faced and the positive mindset needed to overcome them. Tom offers valuable career advice, including the importance of leadership, motivation, and attitude in achieving success. He highlights common job-seeking mistakes and provides tips for career development. Additionally, Tom reflects on mentoring and the significance of giving back, concluding with personal insights and expressions of gratitude.

Tom Caravela, Managing Director at The Carolan Group and Host of the MSL Talk Podcast chats with Bridget Rasmusson, Director of Client Services at The Carolan Group about his story and offers career advice for others

Tom shares….

👉 His career path and business insights

👉 How to stay positive during the ups and downs of industry

👉 The biggest mistakes job seekers make

👉 His number one career development tip

👉 His opinion what it takes to find success

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(0:00) Introduction and Overview
(1:16) Flipping the script - career advice and Tom's story
(2:27) Origin and early days of the Carolyn Group
(5:12) Tom's transition from college to pharma
(7:04) Tom's career progression in the pharmaceutical industry
(9:31) The switch from pharma to recruitment
(12:31) The founding and evolution of MSL recruiting
(16:07) Overcoming business challenges and staying positive
(17:35) Reflecting on career advice to younger self
(19:18) Discussing keys to success in the industry
(22:07) The role of leadership and motivation in career growth
(23:46) Critical aspects of Tom's job and recruiting
(25:14) Common mistakes in job seeking and how to avoid them
(28:19) Top career development tip
(31:04) Impact of attitude on career success
(32:55) Mentoring and the importance of giving back
(35:44) Personal insights and fun facts about Tom
(37:22) Closing thoughts and gratitude