From Retail to Medical Affairs: A Pharmacist's Journey

In this episode of The Happy PharmD podcast, we dive into the inspiring journey of Vincent Notareschi, a pharmacist who made a remarkable transition from the fast-paced world of retail pharmacy to the dynamic field of Medical Affairs.

Vince shares his personal story of overcoming challenges, navigating career shifts, and finding fulfillment in a new professional path.

Discover how Vince leveraged his clinical expertise and networking skills to break into Medical Affairs, where he now thrives as a Medical Information Specialist.

Whether you're a pharmacist exploring new career opportunities or simply curious about the diverse paths within the healthcare industry, this interview offers valuable insights and encouragement.

Links:
Vincent on LinkedIn:   / vincent-notareschi-pharmd-bcps-532148a1  

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Here are the highlights of my conversation with Vincent:

05:22 - Vincent’s career journey from working directly with patients to transitioning to a remote industry job to have a better work-life balance and impact patient care on a larger scale.
06:52 - The various unsolicited inquiries that a critical care pharmacist may receive.
07:36 - How personal values and strengths can shape career choices within the industry.
09:08 - The importance of helping patients in critical care pharmacy and the potential drawbacks of working in the industry.
10:04 - The challenges of networking and breaking into a new field, as well as the importance of seeking advice and trying different strategies to overcome obstacles.
11:46 - Vincent’s experience with networking, reaching out to around 80-85 people over a year without any successful interviews or progress, highlighting the challenge of breaking through the wall to get in front of people.
13:21 - The importance of personal connections in phone calls and how it can significantly increase success rates.
14:18 - The importance of networking and making connections in the job interview process, leading to a successful job offer within a short period of time.
22:26 - The challenges and importance of networking, highlighting the fear of rejection and the need for more personalized approaches to networking.
26:10 - Overcoming perfectionism, and the value of coaching in personal and professional development.
34:40 - Participating in networking opportunities within the community.