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You’ve survived the interview and were offered a job.  Congratulations!  Now it’s time to answer the toughest question yet: Is this pharmaceutical marketing position right for you? Here are six tips for taking a 360-degree view of the job offer in order to make sure you can thrive in this position. Look at the entire… Read more »

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When the talent market or budgets are tight, it’s easy to let standards slip and settle for “good enough” hires. But subpar employees can impact your business – a lot. It’s worth taking the time and expense to get it right the first time rather than taking shortcuts. Here’s why: It lowers morale. Top performers… Read more »

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When it comes to marketing, finding (and keeping) the best talent is essential to building the best campaigns.  Here are eight ways a recruiting firm that specializes in marketing professionals can help: They know the best people. Recruiters specialize in building relationships with all the best talent in the industries they serve. When they seek… Read more »

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The pharmaceutical industry is booming, and the opportunities for outstanding sales professionals in that industry are impressive.  But how do you find a great pharmaceutical sales job in less time? The answer: Work with a recruiter. When you partner with a staffing firm that specializes in placing sales professionals in the pharmaceutical industry, you gain… Read more »

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Hiring can be a stressful, resource-sucking distraction from your real work – or it can be an opportunity to revitalize your team and exceed your wildest expectations.  The difference?  Viewing your hiring processes with a critical eye – and being willing to ask tough questions. Here are six questions every marketing manager should ask to… Read more »

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Increasingly, employers hear they should hire for attitude and potential and train for skills. Sounds like a great plan, but how can you achieve it? How can you identify potential and develop that potential to its fullest in your company? Here are 7 tips that will help you hire for potential. Ask the right questions…. Read more »

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Productivity is more than a buzzword – it’s essential. As work piles up on your desk and the days stay stubbornly 24 hours in length, you have no choice but to improve your productivity in order to get more done in less time. Here’s how: Collect some data. Before you start trying to implement changes,… Read more »

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When it comes to finding the people you need, you can continue looking in the same old places – or you can start cultivating a relationship with new prospects in the biotech industry. To meet the newest “rising stars” or find new talent, here’s how to build rapport with your prospects: Expand your “comfort zone.”… Read more »

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Pop quiz: Which is more important, your resumé or your cover letter? Time’s up! The answer? To build an application that truly reflects your strengths as a candidate, you need both a strong resumé and a strong cover letter. Employers spend very little time reviewing resumés; a well-written, thoughtful cover letter can grab a manager’s… Read more »

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Medical marketing is a growing field, and the competition for openings with some of the nation’s best employers can be stiff. To land the interview, you’ll need a resumé that stands out from the crowd by highlighting your strengths. Here are five “best practices” for creating a medical marketing professional resume: Write to your target…. Read more »