Best The Christian Science Board of Directors Podcasts (2025)

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Getting rid of shame (encore)

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Julie Ward, CSB, from Cumming, Georgia, USA Hear more from Julie on this episode of Sentinel Watch. To learn what we look for in a Daily Lift, listen to our webinar at christianscience.com/dailylift and then submit your own healing message. We’d love to hear from you!By Daily Lift

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What Sultan the horse taught me (encore)

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John Tyler, CSB, from Washington, DC, USABy Daily Lift

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Forgiveness when we don’t deserve it

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Canon Church, from St. Louis, Missouri, USA Hear more from Canon on this week's episode of Sentinel Watch.By Daily Lift

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God is my everything

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Hannah Wymer, from St. Louis, Missouri, USA You can hear more of Hannah's experience on this week's episode of Sentinel Watch.By Daily Lift

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My son was healed of a hernia (encore)

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Makengo Ma Pululu, CSB, from Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo You can read Makengo’s article in the Christian Science Sentinel. For more inspiring content from The First Church of Christ, Scientist, be sure to check out our audio landing page at christianscience.com/audio.By Daily Lift

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András Strassz, MD, MBA, CMO at Heidelberg Pharma – Career Crossroads, Recruiting, and Culture Fit Over CVs 38:03

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In this episode, I talked with Dr. András Strassz, Chief Medical Officer at Heidelberg Pharma, to hear about his two decades of leadership in oncology drug development—and the often-overlooked realities behind building teams, designing clinical trials, and making biotech work. András opens up about key moments in his career, including the personal …

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Steven Katz, MD, CMO and SVP of Translational Science for Shinobi Therapeutics & Professor of Surgery at Brown University - Hiring Without Regret, Team Mismatches, and the Cost of Playing It Safe in Biotech ... 36:03

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In this episode, I talked with Dr. Steven Katz, CMO and SVP of Translational Science for Shinobi Therapeutics, a biotech company pioneering off-the-shelf immune-evasive IPSC-derived cell therapies, and Professor of Surgery at Brown University. We get into why technical skills alone won’t cut it—and how the wrong hire, even if they look great on pap…

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Christian Mueller, CDO at Immutep in Career Crossroads, Culture Missteps, and the Recruitment Disconnect in Biotech 35:38

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In this episode, I talked with Christian Mueller, Chief Development Officer at Immutep. Christian’s path into biotech wasn’t exactly planned—from summarizing VC business plans during his studies to becoming a driving force behind the world’s first Claudin 18.2-directed antibody. We talked about the wins and the setbacks: from finally securing Pembr…

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Kirsty Crame-van Nierop, Director of Shiaba Consulting, Specialist in Clinical Drug Development, in Broken Hiring Cycles, IND Wins, and Surviving Biotech Burnout 34:09

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In this episode, I talked with Kirsty Crame-van Nierop, Director of Shiaba Consulting, Specialist in Clinical Drug Development. Kirsty shares her career journey, including her transition from aspiring vascular surgeon to a leader in personalized targeted therapies. We went over her key career highlights, and the challenges faced during COVID, and s…

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Bernhardt Zeiher, M.D. Member of the board of directors for Entrada Therapeutics, Amylyx Pharmaceuticals, and Abeona Therapeutics in Lessons from Leading a Global Development Organization 34:06

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In this episode, I talked with Dr. Bernhardt (Bernie) Zeiher, where he shares key lessons and personal insights from over 25 years in pharmaceutical drug development. Bernie discusses pivotal career moments, including the emotional impact of halting a promising Phase III trial for ARDS, as well as successes such as achieving six drug approvals at A…

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Imaging’s Role in Oncology, Hiring Lessons, and How Culture Really Works 38:18

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In this episode, I talked with Dr. Ilya Gipp, Chief Medical Officer at GE Healthcare, where he shares lessons from a career spent at the intersection of clinical medicine and medtech leadership. He talks about his journey from practicing radiologist to leading GE’s oncology strategy, the emotional highs of building impactful programs, and the frust…

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Osimertinib Success, TGF-Beta Lessons, Building Curious Teams, and More 31:33

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In this conversation, I talked with Michael Lahn, Chief Medical Officer of Ionctura, a clinical-stage biotech focusing on therapies for neglected and hard-to-treat cancers, where he shared his insights on drug development, leadership, and the importance of listening in building a successful team culture. He talked about his journey in the biotech i…

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Johan Baeck, EVP and CMO at Promontory Therapeutics – Cultural Fit in Hiring, Immunogenic Small Molecules, and Building Resilience in Biotech 32:01

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In this episode, I talked with Johan Baeck, Executive Vice President and Chief Medical Officer at Promontory Therapeutics, a clinical-stage biotech focused on developing novel small molecule immunogenic anti-cancer therapies. Johan shares insights from a career spanning large pharma (Novartis, Abbott) and biotech startups, with contributions to the…

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Peter Tummino, President of R&D at Nimbus Therapeutics – Drugging the Undruggable, The TYK2 Success Story, and Overhyping AI in Drug Discovery 27:12

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In this episode, I talked with Peter Tummino, President of Research and Development at Nimbus Therapeutics, where he discussed what it takes to build a successful biotech R&D engine. Peter shares his insights on company culture and its impact on drug discovery, the challenges of targeting difficult-to-drug proteins, and the lessons he’s learned fro…

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Abigail Jenkins, CEO and Board Member – From Government Scientist to CEO, Launching a Stem Cell Therapy During Crisis, and Lessons in Commercial Strategy 32:16

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In this episode, I talked with Abigail (Abbey) Jenkins, a pharmaceutical executive with 25+ years of experience, who shares her career journey, highlighting her entry into the industry, proud achievements, and the challenges she faced along the way. She emphasizes the importance of resilience, community, and learning from both successes and failure…

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Joseph Birkett, Executive Director at Aura Biosciences – Obinutuzumab's Approval, CDK9 Trial Regret, CRO Reliance, and Building Respectful Cultures 33:00

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Joseph (Joe) Birkett, Executive Director of Medical Affairs at Aura Biosciences, joined our podcast to share what he’s learned over two decades in oncology drug development, including the career-defining moments and the painful missteps that shaped his approach. Joe speaks openly about his proudest contribution—helping lead Obinutuzumab to regulato…

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Bruce Dezube, Senior Vice President, Clinical Development at Xilio Therapeutics – HIV & Cancer Drug Development, Career at 60, Building Respectful Teams, and More 32:51

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In this episode, I talked with Dr. Bruce Dezube, Senior Vice President, Clinical Development of Xilio Therapeutics, a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing tumor-activated immuno-oncology therapies. Here he shares his extensive career in oncology and drug development, discussing his journey from academia to industry, the challe…

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Chris Lowe, CEO at Nusano - Radioisotopes, Volunteering in Hospitals, Culture Building, and More 31:38

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In this episode, I talked with Chris Lowe, CEO of Nusano, where he discusses his career journey in the medical technology field, particularly focusing on the production of medical radioisotopes. He shares insights on leadership, the importance of building a talented team, and the societal responsibilities of his company. Chris also highlights commo…

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Kevin Lynch, co-Founder PopulusBio - Career at Celgene, How Culture Influences Drug Development and more 40:28

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In this podcast episode, I talked with Kevin Lynch, co-founder of Populus Bio, where he shares his experience in drug development, particularly in oncology and hematology. He discusses his journey from medicine to the pharmaceutical industry, the cultural insights gained from working globally, and the challenges faced in both personal and professio…

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Victor Paulus, SVP Regulatory Affairs at ARTBIO - Lutathera Approval and Lessons, Falling from Trees, ARTBIO's Culture 35:50

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In this episode, I talked with Victor Paulus, Senior Vice President and Head of Regulatory Affairs at ARTBIO, where he shares his journey in the life sciences industry, discussing his career journey, challenges faced in regulatory affairs, and the unique culture at ARTBIO. He emphasizes the importance of collaboration, mentorship, and understanding…

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Chris Leamon, CSO at Fusion Therapeutics - Acquisition of Endocyte, Career reflections and more 37:25

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In this episode, I talked with Dr. Chris Leamon, Chief Scientific Officer at Fusion Pharmaceuticals, where he shares his journey in the biotech industry, discussing his early influences, the founding of Endocyte, and . He also discusses the challenges faced in drug development, the importance of leadership during workforce reductions, and the lesso…

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Dawn Rubel, Dawn Rubel, President R&D at NexEos Bio - Eosinophilic Esophagitis, Purposeful Leadership and more 34:39

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In this episode, I talked with Dawn Rubel, President of R&D at NexEos Bio, where she shares her career journey from a scientific technical writer to a leadership role in biotech. She discusses her experiences at Immunomedics, the development of Trodelvy, and her transition to NexEos Bio, where she focuses on eosinophilic inflammation. Dawn emphasiz…

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Örn Almarsson, Co-Founder of Axelyf - Modernas SpikeVax, the challenge of mRNA delivery and Salmon's inspiration behind Axelyf? 35:35

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In this episode, I talked with Orn Almarsson, co-founder of Axelyf, where he shared his journey from Iceland to becoming a prominent figure in the biotechnology industry. He discussed his experiences at Moderna and the development of the mRNA COVID vaccine, Spikevax. He reflects on the challenges faced in drug development, the importance of mentors…

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Leila Jaafar, CEO at Nuclidium - from PhD to Radiotherapy CEO 31:52

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In this episode, I talked with Dr. Leila Jaffar, CEO of Nuclidium, where she shares her journey from a childhood influenced by her father's passion for science to becoming a leader in the biotech industry. She discusses the challenges she faced during her career, including personal and professional, and her transition from academia to industry. Lei…

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CMO at Indaptus, Roger Waltzman, on Dangers of Pushing Uncertain Data into Phase III 30:30

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In this episode, I talked with Roger Waltzman, Chief Medical Officer at Indaptus Therapeutics, discussing his career, overview of Indaptus, the development of Indaptus’ lead candidate, and the challenges of cancer treatment. We explore the benefits of a multi-targeted approach in immunotherapy, the story, and the lessons he learned from the failed …

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Gertjan Bartlema, Co-founder Populus Bio and CEO of Immodulon Therapeutics. on Innovation in Biotechs 38:02

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In this episode, I spoke with Gertjan Bartlema, the co-founder Populus Bio and CEO of Immodulon Therapeutics. Over 20 years in big pharma at Celgene/Amgen and then moved into the fast pace world of biotech. From here, he has been challenging the status quo and asking the question “Is our current drug development approaches sustainable?”. Gertjan hi…

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The 3 Most Common Rejection Reasons During an Interview 18:25

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In this episode, I discuss the three most common reasons hiring managers reject candidates, focusing on aspects that are often within the candidate's control. I highlight the importance of cultural fit, alignment of interests, and clarity in communication during interviews. I give tips to improve your interview performance and avoid common pitfalls…

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The Most Common Hiring Mistakes by Hiring Managers in 2024 ft. Caroline Vermeulen, Eminence 40:47

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In this episode, I talked with Caroline Vermeulen, Recruitment & HR at Eminence, as she discussed into the details of the hiring process, highlighting the value of putting candidates first. She gave insights on common mistakes in recruiting, the importance of authenticity in communication, and the relationship between hiring managers and recruiters…

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How and When to Ask Intelligent Interview Questions 23:45

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In this episode, I talk about the importance of asking intelligent questions during job interviews. I share insights from my experience coaching candidates, emphasizing how well-structured questions can show enthusiasm, knowledge, and fitness for the role. I cover the types of questions to ask, how to structure them effectively, and the timing to m…

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Troels Jordansen, Executive Chairman of Keli Therapeutics, in Cell Therapy and Biotech Recession Talks 33:00

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In this episode, I talked with Troels Jordansen, chairman at KELI Therapeutics, where he discusses the ongoing recession in the biotech industry. He shares insights from the Advanced Therapies Congress in Lisbon, highlighting investor optimism and the importance of smart hiring and team building in biotech companies. Troels shares valuable lessons …

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Negotiation Strategies and Insights from Harvard Course ft. Sophie He, Head of M&A and Partnering at Bracco 35:22

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In this episode, I talked with Sophie, a leader at the Italian pharmaceutical company Bracco, about her experiences and learnings at the Harvard’s negotiation course. Sophie shares her experiences attending the course, highlighting the immersive nature of the program and the diverse backgrounds of participants. We discuss her key takeaways from the…

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The 3 Interview Questions You Must Succeed In 16:36

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In this episode, I talked about a simple yet effective way to ace your interviews by focusing on the three main questions: 'Who are you?', 'Why are you applying?', and 'Why are you looking to leave?'. Learn how to answer these questions in under 2 minutes, how to successfully move on with these three questions, give relevant ABC story, what kind of…

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Nikolaus Trede, SVP Clinical Development in Century Therapeutics - Lessons from Breyanzi and Global Cell Therapy Trials 39:08

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In this episode, I interview Nikolaus Trede, the SVP Clinical Development in Century Therapeutics, an innovative biotechnology company that is building an industry leading allogeneic iPSC-derived cell therapy platform. He shares his journey from academia to industry, offering unique experience into the ever-changing world of cell therapies. We also…

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Re-Entering the Workforce and Career Growth in Regulatory Affairs with Mary Christian 50:45

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How do you balance a career in regulatory affairs with family life? In this episode, Charles discusses this topic with Mary Christian, the Senior Vice President of Regulatory and Safety at C4 Therapeutics, a biopharmaceutical company focused on targeted protein degradation. They talk about the importance of effective communication, career developme…

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From Neuroscientist to Biotech Innovator ft.Anita Scheuber 43:42

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Leadership and Diversity in Drug Development with Anita Scheuber. In this episode, Charles talks with Anita Scheuber,the SVP of clinical development at Nimbus Therapeutics—a biotech firm using computational technology to develop medicines. She shares their pioneering work in AI-targeted drug discovery and her experience co-founding the biotech star…

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Future-Proofing Your Organization Ft. Jackie Donovan 40:17

1y ago40:17

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In this episode, Charles talks with Jackie Donovan, the VP and Chief Marketing Officer at Syndax Pharmaceuticals, an oncology-focused company. She shares her knowledge about her experiences in consulting, internal pharma roles, and her strategic approach to organizational planning. This conversation also touches on the importance of communication, …

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The Critical Role of Recruiters ft. Patrizio Renzetti 39:31

1y ago39:31

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Hiring Practices and Transparency in Recruitment In this episode, Charles discuss with Patrizio Renzetti, the former Head of HR at Arrakis Therapeutics that discovers RNA-targeted medicines, the importance of cultural fit, psychological safety, and effective communication in the workplace. He also covers the role of recruiters in bringing diverse p…

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Bad Science vs. Good Leadership in Biotech ft. Sonal Kothari-Gupta, MD, PhD 34:38

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Cultural Fit vs. Technical Skills: Hiring Strategies for Biotech Startups with Sonal Gupta In this episode, Charles interviews Sonal Gupta, the SVP, Head of Clinical Development of AffyImmune Therapeutics-a biopharmaceutical firm focusing on affinity-tuned CAR T cell therapy for solid tumors. They discuss about how far does a company get with bad s…

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Recruitment Strategies for High-Impact Hires with John Goldener 47:48

1y ago47:48

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In this episode, Charles interviews John Goldener, a former pediatrician who transitioned into a successful career as a pharmaceutical industry recruiter. He specializes in retained executive search for the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. With over 20-25 years in clinical development recruitment, John shares valuable lessons learned, c…

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Hiring Strategies for Biotech Success ft. Sumeet Ambarkhane CMO at Alligator Bioscience 48:01

1y ago48:01

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In this episode, Sumeet Ambarkhane, the Chief Medical Officer at Alligator Bioscience, which focuses on tumor-targeted immunotherapies, talks about the work his company does in creating new cancer treatments that help the immune system target tumors. He discusses their work on a drug called metazolamab and shares stories from his career, including …

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How to Outsource Your Job Search 27:34

1y ago27:34

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In this podcast episode Charles presents a unique approach to job searching by outsourcing various tasks to optimize your time and effort. He discusses the challenges of the current job market, especially with biotech layoffs, and offers practical steps to outsource tasks like finding job adverts and identifying hiring managers. Learn about resourc…

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Stealth biotech work, moving China trials to the US and more ft. Li Yan, former CMO of Brii and current CEO of upcoming stealth biotech 37:34

1y ago37:34

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In this episode, Li Yan, the Managing Director of the US Chinese Anti-Cancer Association and the former CMO of Brii Biosciences, talks about the cultural and job differences in the biotech field. He also discusses clinical trials, new cancer drugs, and how U.S. and Chinese scientists collaborate. Li highlights how key mentorship is, the need for cl…

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Building powerful relationships ft. Val Nassiri, previous VP of Medical Affairs at ITM and AAA. 52:47

1y ago52:47

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In this episode Charles discusses with Val, the previous VP of Medical Affairs at ITM and AAA, the importance of genuine relationship-building and personal presence in the field of Medical Affairs and pharmaceutical industry leadership. Val emphasizes that success in this field isn't just about scientific knowledge or achieving immediate results. I…

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Using Empathy to Build Internal Support 13:08

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In this episode, Charles explore the concept of 'empathy bridges' and how they can be used to improve communication and relationships within the workplace. It also covers empathy in overcoming work challenges, featuring case studies and personal stories, and offers steps to build empathy bridges, vital for career progression. Here's what to expect:…

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Sabine Brookman May VP Janssen - Listening in leadership, making beer and a career in drug development 44:14

1y ago44:14

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In this episode, Charles interviews Sabine Brookman-May, VP of Oncology R&D at Johnson and Johnson. They cover her path from being the first college graduate in her family to working at J&J, transitioning from hospitals to pharmaceuticals, and lessons from successful and failed drug trials. Sabine shares insights on balancing a demanding career wit…

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The Biggest Selling Myth: Selling Through Talking 22:57

1y ago22:57

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In this episode, Charles dives into the often misunderstood art of selling. He corrects the misconception that selling is just about having the right answers and emphasizes the importance of asking good questions to uncover real needs and concerns, leading to more impactful conversations. He outlines a four-step sales strategy and go through relata…

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Effective Layoffs and treating people as humans ft. Crystal Zuckerman 44:51

1+ y ago44:51

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In this episode, Charles talks with Crystal Zuckerman, the VP HR of PMV Pharma. They discuss her transition from a large biotech firm like Celgene to a startup biotech. They also talk about how she handles layoffs carefully and the power of personal connections in advancing a career. Crystal shares how she brings a personal touch to HR by emphasizi…

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Improve Your Selling Ability to Help Your Career 7:37

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In this episode, Charles shares a story about a talented medical oncologist who struggled to progress in his career, both internally and externally at his company, despite being highly skilled technically. The main issue was the candidate's inability to effectively sell his achievements and communicate his worth. This inspires Charles to create a s…

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BIOSECURE Act - The potential $3.6bn+ gap, Impact on Jobs and Skills shifts with Amber Tong, Senior Editor at EndPoint News 38:34

1+ y ago38:34

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In this episode,Charles talks with Amber Tong, a senior editor at Endpoints News, about how the Biosecure Act could impact the biotech and pharma sectors. Amber shares thoughts on how this law could change U.S.-China biopharma ties, jobs, and making medicines. We also look into how things are changing in this area, who might benefit or not, and the…

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My 10 Commandments to Recruitment 10:26

1+ y ago10:26

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In this episode, Charles talks about his top rules for success in recruiting, which he calls 'The 10 Commandments of Recruitment.' He believes that having principles or commandments as a person or business is what sets us apart. He also shares a bit of fun insight about who he is and what he believes in business. Here's what you are in for: 00:08 T…

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