Your medical sales resume is ready to go and your LinkedIn looks spectacular. So what is your next move? Below are 4 paths that, when taken in tandem, will maximize your chances of finding opportunities and landing medical sales interviews. 0
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It’s more common than you think. Pharma and medical device executives (or aspiring execs) still using the same resume format that worked back when they first started out as a medical sales rep many years ago. If you are aiming for that next-level position or are a healthcare sales VP/SVP who, until now, has always […]
It’s a quintessential resume and LinkedIn dilemma that is common in the world of medical sales. Recognizing that the saying “numbers speak louder than words” applies, many of my clients come to me rich with CRM stats, but struggling to put their ranks and revenues into context. 0
It’s happened again. Your application has fallen into a black hole. It’s been weeks since you applied to a number of open positions, and you haven’t heard anything from medical sales recruiters. Rather than just wondering and wasting precious time away, you should take a closer look at how you’re applying. The truth is, you’re […]
Successful interviewing depends on confidence and the ability to effectively sell yourself. In this regard, preparation is the key to capturing the interest of hiring managers. It’s important to continually hone your interview skills and keep up-to-date on hiring trends. According to the 2016 Staples Workplace Index study, 68 percent of the more than 3,000 […]
When you’re not selected for the medical sales jobs of your dreams, it’s easy to feel slighted. It’s just as frustrating when you never hear back once you’ve submitted your application. But, it’s up to you to keep the lines of communication open with employers… even after being rejected for the job. While 38 percent […]
When it comes to preparing career marketing materials for medical sales leaders from resumes to LinkedIn profiles the goal to keep in mind is, did you answer the decision maker’s key question: “How can he/she help me?” This can be accomplished by explaining the challenge or the pain point and then articulating the strategy, leadership, […]
While medical sales jobs require a variety of finely-tuned soft skills, such as great people and communication skills, these days, recruiters want to discover the “real” candidate behind all of the textbook qualifications they see on paper. They’re going online to view social media profiles, personal websites, and more to get an accurate, total-picture of […]
Looking to move from Pharma or Device Account Exec to an SVP or National Territory Executive role? My clients who have successfully transitioned into these roles are also able to successfully convey that their experience ticks off these 4 boxes: 0
Written by Linda Hertz, medical sales recruiter, career blogger, and founder of the Linda Hertz Group. Mrs. Hertz I have read several of your replies to questions and truly value your opinion. I have had a number of interviews with Pharmaceutical companies and have moved into the final stage several times. I have been trying […]