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In this episode, we’re diving into what it really takes to get noticed on LinkedIn if you're a recent graduate or early-career professional looking to break into the pharmaceutical industry. Whether you're aiming for a role in medical affairs, regulatory affairs, market access, or commercial functions, this episode will give you a roadmap for using LinkedIn as your launchpad.

We talk through how to start building your personal brand before you even get your foot in the door—by showing up online like you already have the role. That means thinking and posting like someone already in the job, sharing your take on real industry challenges, and demonstrating that you understand the space. If you're a student, a PhD, a clinician, or someone moving from an adjacent industry like an agency or CRO, this approach works.

We explore the idea of “learning in public,” with examples of junior professionals who are absolutely crushing it by reading guidance docs, analyzing press releases, and breaking down regulatory updates—then turning that knowledge into insightful content that adds value. One standout example is Mitali Metha, who’s doing an incredible job of this on LinkedIn. You can check out her profile here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitali-metha

We’ll also talk about the kind of content that actually performs well on LinkedIn (spoiler: it’s not always what you think), and why personal stories tied to professional insights often get more traction than the polished, hyper-technical posts. I share my own LinkedIn experiments, including which of my posts have gained the most visibility and why.

If you’re serious about breaking into pharma and want to start showing up as a thought leader—even before you land your first role—this episode is packed with real talk and practical advice you can start using right now.

As always, if you have questions or want to connect, drop me a message on LinkedIn. And if this episode helped you, don’t forget to subscribe and stick around for more.

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