Why Chasing Titles is Fools Gold

In this episode, Tom Caravela welcomes Archie Stone, VP of Product Development at Aurinia Pharmaceuticals, to discuss the intricacies of titles in medical affairs. They explore the variability and experience discrepancies in titles across the industry, emphasizing the importance of focusing on skills for career advancement. Archie shares insights on the benefits of senior-level titles and uses a rock climbing analogy to illustrate career progression and skill development. The conversation also addresses skill gaps, common career progression mistakes, and the versatility required for successful company transitions. The episode concludes with valuable advice for medical affairs leaders and expressions of gratitude to the listeners.

Archie Stone, Vice President Product Development at Aurinia Pharmaceuticals discusses career development strategies and why chasing titles can lead to "fools gold".

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👉 The importance of titles in medical affairs
👉 How companies determine titles and levels
👉 The universal standard for titles and levels (or lack thereof)
👉 Why rock climbing is a good analogy for career progression
👉 Common mistakes people are making in their careers
👉 Advice for job seekers to find career success

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(0:00) Introduction of guest Archie Stone, VP of product development at Aurinia Pharmaceuticals
(0:16) Promotion of MSL Talk Live on LinkedIn
(0:34) Welcome and background introduction with Archie Stone
(2:32) Understanding titles in medical affairs and their impact
(4:12) Variability and experience discrepancies in titles across the industry
(7:30) Evaluating titles and focusing on skills for career progression
(12:12) The benefits and significance of senior level titles
(14:13) Career progression: rock climbing analogy and skill development
(19:16) Addressing skill gaps and avoiding common career progression mistakes
(24:31) Navigating company transitions and skillset versatility in MSLs
(27:32) Building reputation and advice for medical affairs leaders
(29:16) Closing remarks and key takeaways
(30:28) Outro and listener appreciation