In this episode of The Healthy Enterprise, Heath talks with Kimberly Cremers, pharmacist, executive coach, and Founder & CEO of Petrichor Medical Affairs Consulting, about her journey in the pharmaceutical industry and the evolving role of Medical Affairs. Kim shares insights on AI in drug development, her transition to consultancy, and the importance of effective communication, listening, and continuous learning in leadership. They explore the transformative power of coaching—recognizing when it’s needed, building trust, overcoming self-doubt, and embracing discomfort for growth—while also reflecting on entrepreneurship, career development, and the impact of a growth mindset on personal and professional success.

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Kim Cremers and Her Journey
02:59 The Role of Medical Affairs in Pharma
06:00 Challenges in the Pharmaceutical Industry
09:04 The Impact of AI on Drug Development
12:00 Transitioning to Consultancy and Coaching
15:01 Executive Coaching: Challenges and Insights
17:57 Navigating Imposter Syndrome and Communication
20:58 The Importance of Listening in Leadership
22:20 The Importance of Coaching Relationships
25:01 Recognizing the Need for a Coach
26:30 Aha Moments in Personal Development
28:25 Signs It's Time for Career Coaching
30:01 Overcoming Self-Doubt in Career Changes
31:12 Embracing Discomfort for Growth
34:07 Navigating Entrepreneurial Challenges
37:43 Core Values in Coaching
41:06 The Power of a Growth Mindset

Guest Information:

• Guest's Name: Kimberly Cremers
• Guest's Title/Position: Founder and CEO
• Guest's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberly-cremers-petrichor/
• Company / Affiliation: Petrichor Medical Affairs Consulting https://www.petrichormaconsulting.com/
• Guest's Bio: Kimberly Cremers is the Founder and CEO of Petrichor Medical Affairs Consulting, a licensed pharmacist, Certified Executive Coach, and Medical Affairs leader with over 25 years in pharma and biotech. She helps organizations build, optimize, and scale high-performing Medical Science Liaison teams—providing strategic guidance, tactical planning, onboarding, coaching, scientific exchange materials, and support for key initiatives like advisory boards and congresses.

Takeaways:

• Kim Cremers has over 25 years of experience in medical affairs.
• Medical Affairs plays a crucial role in contextualizing clinical data for healthcare professionals.
• Pharmacy students often lack awareness of career opportunities in the pharmaceutical industry.
• The pharmaceutical industry faces challenges from geopolitical changes and regulatory environments.
• AI has the potential to streamline drug development processes.
• Consultancy allows Kim to focus on her passions, including teaching and coaching.
• Executive coaching helps leaders navigate their challenges and optimize their impact.
• Imposter syndrome affects executives, highlighting the need for supportive environments.
• Effective listening is essential for leadership and understanding team dynamics.
• Navigating the complexities of tech and pharma requires open-mindedness and collaboration.
• Coaching relationships are essential for achieving personal and professional goals.
• Recognizing the need for a coach often comes after a period of self-reflection or feedback.
• Aha moments can empower individuals to take action and make significant changes in their careers.
• Signs that it's time for career coaching include feelings of dread about work or a lack of motivation.
• Self-doubt can hinder career advancement, especially among women.
• Embracing discomfort is crucial for personal growth and development.
• Navigating entrepreneurial challenges requires flexibility and a willingness to learn.
• Core values such as authenticity and integrity are vital in coaching.
• A growth mindset allows individuals to see challenges as opportunities for growth.
• Investing in personal development, such as reading impactful books, can lead to significant insights.