What Do I Do on Monday? Finding Success AFTER Content Training

In this episode, Bobby Faison joins Tom Caravela to share his journey in the MSL field, beginning with his initial experiences and the challenges he faced in training. Bobby emphasizes the importance of developing soft skills and effective communication for MSLs, as well as strategies for securing appointments and honing necessary skills. He discusses mentorship and the value of preparation and practice in career growth. Tailored advice is provided for MSLs at various career stages, focusing on managing territories and building KOL relationships. Bobby also explores the future of MSL roles, including AI and omnichannel engagement, offering insights into broadening MSL perspectives beyond science.

Today’s guest is Bobby Faison, Executive Director, Medical Affairs with Paratek Pharmaceuticals who discusses how to find success for MSLs after content training

Bobby shares….

👉 How you need to approach your territory post training
👉 What skills are most necessary to develop and build to achieve success
👉 Pitfalls and what to watch out for in your territory
👉 How to stand out and differentiate yourself from your peers
👉 Other tips, tricks and strategies for success

The podcast is available through the links below:

️ ️ 〰️ Spotify: https://lnkd.in/dRrSEyn

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️ ️ 〰️ Stitcher: https://lnkd.in/eqB-2wb

️ ️ 〰️ Youtube: https://lnkd.in/dhaWVJU

MSL Talk is a podcast that features helpful information for current Medical Science Liaisons, Medical Affairs leaders, job seekers looking to break into the pharmaceutical industry in their first MSL role as well as anyone interested in hearing good industry conversation and medical affairs discussions.

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(0:00) Introduction to the episode and guest Bobby Fasen
(2:27) Bobby Fasen's career journey and initial MSL experience
(4:02) Challenges in MSL training and the importance of soft skills
(6:15) Relationship development and effective communication for MSLs
(9:40) Strategies for MSLs: Securing appointments and developing skills
(11:08) Mentorship, preparation, and practice in MSL career growth
(16:10) Tailored advice for MSLs at different career stages
(18:12) Managing a successful MSL territory and KOL relationships
(24:03) Broadening MSL perspectives beyond science
(27:50) Understanding healthcare providers and their interests
(30:20) The future of MSL roles: AI, omnichannel engagement, and KOL preferences
(32:46) Episode summary, appreciation, and closing remarks