Biotech Career Coach

January brings fresh biotech hiring budgets, energized hiring managers, and real momentum after a tough 2025. If you've been waiting for the right time to level up your biotech career, this is it.In this episode, you'll discover:Why January is the best month to apply for biotech jobs after a slow DecemberHow the December Networking Challenge helped members grow their LinkedIn reach and profile visibilityThe Application Challenge launches January 6th with five days of live teaching to build daily job search habitsAn annual career planning session on January 12th to map your 2026 goalsA presentation skills workshop that can accelerate both job offers and promotionsA 10-week AI course to help you work smarter and meet employer expectations in 2026The Fire Horse approach to bringing bold, unstoppable energy to your career goalsWhether you're job searching, seeking a promotion, or building new professional skills, this episode gives you the roadmap and momentum to make 2026 your breakthrough year.Join our Biotech Career Coach Skool community and start the year with structure, support, and a community that gets it.Learn more about the Collaboratory Career Hub community and access our free resources:Join our Skool CommunityTake the Free 7-day Interview Sprint ChallengeCheck out our sister podcast: Building BiotechsSend Carina a connection request on LinkedIn!Stay connected with us:🌐 Website📱 Facebook📷 Instagram💼 LinkedIn00:00 Biotech hiring outlook for January 2026 and market momentum00:30 Office updates and the community move to Skool platform01:00 Seven Day Interview Accelerator and weekly Q&A with office hours02:00 December networking challenge results and evergreen access03:00 December interview challenges versus networking opportunities04:00 January Application Challenge launch with five days of teaching05:00 Annual planning session and presentation skills workshop details06:00 Ten week AI course for automation and employer expectations07:00 Fire Horse energy and setting bold intentions for career progress

Networking in biotech doesn’t have to feel awkward or transactional. In this episode, Carina shares how giving first is the simplest way to build authentic biotech networking on LinkedIn that actually leads to stronger relationships and better opportunities.If you’re an introvert, early-career professional, or making a career change, this is your practical roadmap to connect with confidence.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why “give first” makes networking feel easier (and work better)How to add value even if you’re early in your career or switching fieldsWhat to say when you feel you’ve got nothing to offerThe biggest outreach mistakes that make messages feel transactionalSimple LinkedIn actions that build visibility and trust over timeInsights from the Biotech Career Coach community’s December networking challenge (and what drove major reach growth)Want support, templates, and challenges to stay consistent?✅ Join the Biotech Career Coach Skool community to connect with peers, access templates, and take part in challenges to grow your LinkedIn presence and your biotech network.Learn more about the Collaboratory Career Hub community and access our free resources:Join our Skool CommunityTake the Free 7-day Interview Sprint ChallengeCheck out our sister podcast: Building BiotechsSend Carina a connection request on LinkedIn!Stay connected with us:🌐 Website📱 Facebook📷 Instagram💼 LinkedIn00:00 December networking challenge and results from the community00:30 Why introverts struggle with networking and common fears01:00 The psychology of giving first and why people enjoy helping others02:00 Reciprocity as a natural instinct and how to nurture contacts03:00 Building reputation by engaging meaningfully on the platform04:00 You have more value than you think as an early professional05:00 Strategic introductions and becoming a connector06:00 Using PubMed and Google alerts to share relevant content07:00 The power of genuine enthusiasm and gratitude08:00 Networking is a long game that pays off over years09:00 Tracking metrics and seeing platform reach grow10:00 Common pitfalls to avoid when networking

Biotech networking doesn’t have to feel random. In this video, I’ll walk you through a 28-day biotech networking challenge you can actually stick to.Perfect for biotech job seekers who want a clear, daily plan to grow their biotech career network in December and beyond.Here’s what you’ll learn:-Why December is secretly a powerful month for biotech networking-How to track your LinkedIn analytics so you know what’s really working-A simple system to map out target companies, teams, and hiring managers-How to send authentic, personalised connection requests that don’t feel salesy-Easy ways to nurture existing connections without being pushy or awkward-How to create and share quick LinkedIn content that expands your reach-Strategies to comment on posts so you stand out (without sounding generic)-Exactly how to ask for coffee chats that open doors in biotech-How to keep each step under 30 minutes a day so you can stay consistent-Turning this 28-day challenge into a repeatable, year-round networking habitThis 28-day biotech networking challenge is the same one we’re running inside my Biotech Career Coach Skool community. You can join in with us or follow along solo – it’s designed so your “Day 1” can start whenever you’re ready.By the end of the challenge, you’ll have:-A stronger biotech network-More visibility to recruiters and hiring managers-Clearer data on what’s working in your job search-Real momentum heading into interview season👉 Ready to start your biotech networking challenge?Join the Biotech Career Coach Skool community and jump into the challenge any time.Learn more about the Collaboratory Career Hub community and access our free resources:Join our Skool CommunityTake the Free 7-day Interview Sprint ChallengeCheck out our sister podcast: Building BiotechsSend Carina a connection request on LinkedIn!Stay connected with us:🌐 Website📱 Facebook📷 Instagram💼 LinkedIn00:00 Why biotech networking beats job applications during the chilly December hiring season00:30 Join the evergreen biotech networking challenge in our community01:00 Track your LinkedIn for biotech analytics to measure networking impact02:30 Build strategic biotech networking connections at target companies03:30 Personalize LinkedIn for biotech connection requests with authentic messaging05:00 Nurture your biotech networking relationships without being pushy06:00 Expand your LinkedIn for biotech reach by creating shareable content07:00 Master thoughtful engagement for biotech networking on LinkedIn08:30 Turn biotech networking into coffee chats with proven ask templates09:00 Build sustainable biotech networking habits in under 30 minutes daily

Does your biotech resume pass the six-second test? That's all the time most recruiters spend deciding who gets rejected and who deserves more attention.In this episode, we show you how to build a resume first page that survives the scan and wins interviews in today's biotech job market.Carina breaks down exactly what needs to go at the very top of your resume so a busy recruiter can see you meet the bar in just a few seconds. Drawing on real applicant tracking system data and years of biotech recruiting experience, you’ll learn how to design a sharp, focused top section that works in the real world.In this episode, you’ll learn how to:Use the job title and language from the job description to create a clear one-line headlineHandle education, location, and work authorization without wasting valuable spaceBuild a tight highlight reel that acts like a movie trailer for your career, not a generic skills dumpChoose and place the right keywords so you work with, not against, applicant tracking systemsAvoid long paragraphs and formatting choices that backfire during recruiter scansWhether you’re a scientist, operations professional, or business hire moving into biotech, this episode will help you avoid outdated advice and turn the top of your resume into a powerful hook instead of a missed opportunity.Learn more about the Collaboratory Career Hub community and access our free resources:Join our Skool CommunityTake the Free 7-day Interview Sprint ChallengeCheck out our sister podcast: Building BiotechsSend Carina a connection request on LinkedIn!Stay connected with us:🌐 Website📱 Facebook📷 Instagram💼 LinkedIn00:00 The six-second recruiter test and the biotech resume01:00 Why traditional advice fails modern biotech resume scans02:30 How recruiters actually run a resume scan in applicant tracking systems03:30 Above the fold and why the top of a biotech resume matters04:15 Where degree and work authorization live on a biotech resume05:00 Writing a sharp, tailored biotech resume headline05:45 Using job description language in a way that passes the resume scan06:30 Turning experience into a professional highlights reel on your biotech resume07:30 Why long skills lists hurt you during a quick resume scan08:00 Passing the six-second resume scan and getting to the shortlist

AI can completely change how you write resumes, cover letters, and networking messages for biotech roles, but only if you use it properly.In this episode, I show biotech professionals exactly how to use AI to improve applications and outreach without creating generic AI slop.If you're spending more than 30 minutes tailoring each resume, you're wasting time. And no, you will not be blasting out the same AI-generated resume to every job. In this episode, you'll learn to use AI as a strategic tool to help you think more clearly, present your experience better, and align with what companies are actually looking for.This episode covers the key takeaways from my full workshop, including:Going from job posting to a tailored resume and cover letter in about 10 minutesPicking the right AI models for different tasks (ChatGPT 5.1 vs Claude Sonnet)Understanding what AI agents are and how they differ from simple promptsCreating a strong base resume, then tailoring it to specific biotech job descriptionsKeeping your own voice while still matching the language companies useWriting cover letters that connect your experience to a company's missionCrafting networking and outreach messages that actually get repliesAvoiding AI hallucinations and generic wording that weaken your applicationUsing more than one model to double-check facts and phrasing before you sendThis system is designed for biotech professionals who want to apply smarter, get better results, and stop spending hours on each application.Want to see the full workshop with live demos? Watch the YouTube version where I build resumes from scratch, show every click, and demonstrate the entire workflow in real time.💬 Want all the prompts, templates, and AI agents?Join the Biotech Career Coach Skool community, where you can:Download the resume, cover letter and outreach templatesCopy the exact AI setups I useGet feedback on your applications and job search strategyLearn more about the Collaboratory Career Hub community and access our free resources:Join our Skool CommunityTake the Free 7-day Interview Sprint ChallengeCheck out our sister podcast: Building BiotechsSend Carina a connection request on LinkedIn!Stay connected with us:🌐 Website📱 Facebook📷 Instagram💼 LinkedIn

Is a hidden LinkedIn setting making you look disorganized to recruiters?In this episode, I show you the LinkedIn setting that quietly pulls messy CV text into your profile in the LinkedIn Recruiter view, and makes you look less professional than you really are.If you have carefully curated your LinkedIn profile for job searching, you might be shocked to learn that recruiters often see a completely different version inside LinkedIn Recruiter. In this quick walkthrough, I show you exactly what is happening and how to switch it off.In this episode you will learn:How your public LinkedIn profile can look clean while your recruiter view is a wall of textWhat the “Enhanced by resume” label means in LinkedIn’s hiring toolsHow old CVs from “Easy Apply” can secretly overwrite your carefully edited experience sectionWhy this makes you look disorganised and less clear than you really areWhere to find the “Share resume data with hirers” setting in LinkedInHow to turn off resume data sharing and remove old CVs from your profile settingsWhy it is smart to review your LinkedIn data and AI settings regularlyIf you would like another pair of eyes on how recruiters see your profile, you can share it in my community, and I can check it from the LinkedIn Recruiter side.If you found this helpful, subscribe for more smart LinkedIn and job search tips, and stay tuned for my next episode on using AI intelligently in your job search.Learn more about the Collaboratory Career Hub community and access our free resources:Join our Skool CommunityTake the Free 7-day Interview Sprint ChallengeCheck out our sister podcast: Building BiotechsSend Carina a connection request on LinkedIn!Stay connected with us:🌐 Website📱 Facebook📷 Instagram💼 LinkedIn00:00 The hidden LinkedIn setting affecting biotech professionals00:30 Creating organized LinkedIn profiles for biotech career searches01:00 Real biotech profile example showing LinkedIn setting issues01:30 How recruiters see your LinkedIn profile differently02:00 LinkedIn setting enhanced by resume adding unwanted content02:30 Duplicated roles from LinkedIn setting causing first impression problems03:00 Where to find your LinkedIn settings and privacy controls03:30 LinkedIn data privacy settings and AI training for biotech professionals04:00 The LinkedIn setting for job seeking preferences and resume sharing04:30 How to turn off the LinkedIn setting sharing your resume data05:00 Real biotech student example with four shared resumes05:30 Wrapping up the LinkedIn setting PSA06:00 Free biotech career community offer and next week's AI episode

Most biotech professionals dread networking because it feels like cold calling, pushy, or inauthentic. If you've ever avoided reaching out because you didn't want to seem transactional or you felt stuck not knowing how to start a conversation, this episode is for you. Carina breaks down a strategic, human-centered approach to networking that leverages your natural curiosity as a scientist and turns it into your biggest career asset. You'll learn how to reconnect with former colleagues, build targeted networks within companies you want to work for, lead coffee chats that feel comfortable and genuine, and maintain momentum without burning out. Whether you're an introvert who freezes at networking events or someone who's been asking for jobs instead of building relationships, this episode will shift your mindset and give you scripts, strategies, and actionable steps to build a network that works for you long before you need it. Plus, Carina shares insider tips on volunteering, referrals, and how to follow up without feeling awkward. Ready to make networking less scary and way more effective? Join our free Biotech Career Coach Skool community for all the scripts, templates, and peer support to put these strategies into action.Learn more about the Collaboratory Career Hub community and access our free resources:Join our Skool CommunityTake the Free 7-day Interview Sprint ChallengeCheck out our sister podcast: Building BiotechsSend Carina a connection request on LinkedIn!Stay connected with us:🌐 Website📱 Facebook📷 Instagram💼 LinkedIn00:00 Why biotech networking feels like cold calling and how to reframe it01:00 Networking for biotech professionals is a long game strategy03:00 Stop asking for jobs through networking and build relationships instead04:30 Leverage your curiosity as your biotech networking superpower05:30 LinkedIn networking strategy for reconnecting with former colleagues07:30 The virtual coffee networking offer that opens doors08:30 How to grow your biotech network through warm introductions09:00 Company targeted LinkedIn networking for biotech job seekers11:00 The LinkedIn networking script for reaching out to biotech professionals13:00 Turning networking coffee chats into job referrals14:00 Biotech networking through volunteering for introverts15:30 Networking coffee chats and the 80/20 rule for success16:30 LinkedIn networking questions to prepare before your coffee chat18:00 Following up on LinkedIn networking without being pushy18:30 Daily networking habits that build your biotech career network

Your LinkedIn headline is one of the most valuable pieces of real estate on your profile, but most biotechnology professionals are wasting it. In this episode, Biotech Career Coach Carina Clingman reviews real LinkedIn biotech professional headlines to show you exactly what works and what doesn't. You'll see why leading with job titles or acronyms like "VP at Company X" or "Ex-FDA" falls flat, while headlines that lead with outcomes and value propositions get clicks. Carina breaks down examples in real time, rating them from one to five and explaining what makes headlines like "Helping Molecules Become Medicines" instantly compelling. Whether you're a scientist looking to stand out to recruiters, a founder or executive building your thought leadership, or anyone wanting to make their profile more clickable, this episode gives you the framework to audit and upgrade your own headline. Learn how to use the limited preview space in LinkedIn feeds strategically, why mission-driven language scores higher than corporate jargon, and how to turn credentials into click-worthy statements. Join our Free Biotech Career Coach Skool community for personalized feedback on your headline and connect with peers who are leveling up their LinkedIn presence.Learn more about the Collaboratory Career Hub community and access our free resources:Join our Skool CommunityTake the Free 7-day Interview Sprint ChallengeCheck out our sister podcast: Building BiotechsSend Carina a connection request on LinkedIn!Stay connected with us:🌐 Website📱 Facebook📷 Instagram💼 LinkedIn00:00 Why your LinkedIn headline matters for biotech professionals00:30 How LinkedIn headlines appear in your profile feed preview01:00 Rating LinkedIn headline examples for non-biotech professionals02:00 Strong LinkedIn headline example with social proof and credibility02:30 Why specificity and impact make LinkedIn headlines more effective03:00 Mission-driven LinkedIn headlines that set biotechnology professionals apart04:00 Common LinkedIn headline mistakes biotech professionals make with acronyms05:00 Reframing negative language into positive outcomes for LinkedIn headlines06:00 Creating compelling LinkedIn headlines for biotechnology professionals07:00 Turning credentials into positive LinkedIn headline statements08:00 LinkedIn headlines that showcase outcomes over job titles for biotech professionals09:00 Getting LinkedIn headline feedback from the Free Biotech Career Coach Skool community

Overthinking shows up as research without drafts, resumes that never get sent, and weeks of “planning” with nothing shipped. In this episode, I map out concrete ways to move from thinking to doing without burning out. We walk through fear types (failure, rejection, judgment, and even success) and simple reframes that keep you moving. You’ll learn how to turn rejection into useful data, set one clear priority each day, and use time blocks and short deadlines so work actually leaves your laptop. We also cover how to pace growth so a bigger role feels sustainable, not scary, and how to build lightweight systems and feedback loops so you improve with every rep. If you’re applying, aiming for promotion, or restarting after a stall, you’ll leave with a clear way to pick an action, ship it within 24 hours, and review what happened. No pep talks, just steps. Join our Free Biotech Career Coach Skool community for accountability, feedback, and tools to put this into practice.Learn more about the Collaboratory Career Hub community and access our free resources:Join our Skool CommunityTake the Free 7-day Interview Sprint ChallengeCheck out our sister podcast: Building BiotechsSend Carina a connection request on LinkedIn!Stay connected with us:🌐 Website📱 Facebook📷 Instagram💼 LinkedIn00:00 What overthinking looks like in real life (and what it costs)01:00 The overthinking tax with concrete job-search and BD examples03:00 Spotting the pattern: hedging, silence, and drafts that never ship06:30 Naming the fear: failure, rejection, judgment, success08:30 Treat rejection as signal: raise sample size and iterate10:30 Shrink the audience: optimize for three people who actually matter12:00 Make success sustainable: pace growth and ask for support18:30 Perfectionism in practice: time blocks, tight deadlines, accountability23:00 Missing reps: daily actions, lightweight systems, faster feedback26:00 The five-step exit loop: name it, detach, pick one, ship, review

When an interviewer asks about a layoff, a resume gap, or a short stint that didn’t work out, the goal isn’t to defend the past. It’s to show judgment, growth, and readiness for what’s next. In this episode, we walk through a simple narrative framework you can adapt to any uncomfortable situation: set the context briefly, name the decision you made, highlight the skills and results you built during or after the experience, and connect it directly to the role in front of you. You’ll hear examples for gaps, restructurings, performance issues, and culture misalignments, plus quick scripts you can practice to sound clear and calm under pressure. We’ll also cover how to avoid oversharing, how to keep emotions in check without sounding robotic, and how to end with a forward-looking close that refocuses the conversation on your value to the team. If you’re job searching in biotech or planning a move in the next six months, this is a repeat-listen episode. Learn more about the Collaboratory Career Hub community and access our free resources:Join our Skool CommunityTake the Free 7-day Interview Sprint ChallengeCheck out our sister podcast: Building BiotechsSend Carina a connection request on LinkedIn!Stay connected with us:🌐 Website📱 Facebook📷 Instagram💼 LinkedIn00:00 Why awkward questions derail good interviews01:12 The formula to create a narrative for tough situations03:05 Handling layoffs and restructurings without sounding defensive05:02 What to say about resume gaps (caregiving, health, re-skilling)07:10 Turning short stints and job hops into a story of good judgment09:06 Addressing performance issues and what changed11:02 How to avoid oversharing and manage tone12:15 Forward-looking closes that refocus on value13:30 Quick practice scripts you can adapt today15:10 Final checklist before your next interview

AI is changing the hiring process, but not in the way most candidates fear. In this podcast episode, Carina breaks down how applicant tracking systems are actually using AI today, why automated resume “fit” scores are often inaccurate for scientific roles, and where simple automations still drive real decisions. You’ll learn what recruiters really do when hundreds of resumes flood in, how Boolean keyword searches work, and why tailoring your resume to the job description still matters more than any gimmick. We also cover the rise of AI-driven follow‑ups and asynchronous video interviews, how to handle bot‑like application forms, and practical ways to showcase transferable skills as a career changer. This is a candid, recruiter‑level view of the ATS, specific actions to improve your visibility, and a clear picture of what’s coming next in biotech hiring so you can apply with confidence.Learn more about the Collaboratory Career Hub community and access our free resources:Join our Skool CommunityTake the Free 7-day Interview Sprint ChallengeCheck out our sister podcast: Building BiotechsSend Carina a connection request on LinkedIn!Stay connected with us:🌐 Website📱 Facebook📷 Instagram💼 LinkedIn00:00 Is AI reviewing your resume? What’s real vs hype01:00 ATS “AI” today: ranking and scoring… and why it’s often wrong for science02:15 Legal constraints: AI can’t make hiring decisions in many states03:00 Automations vs AI: knockout questions and policy filters05:30 How recruiters actually screen: Boolean keyword searches at scale06:45 Spotting bot‑driven applications and how to avoid looking like one08:00 AI chatbots for follow‑ups: adding context, not auto‑rejecting09:15 Asynchronous video interviews: why they’re growing and how to prep10:30 Career changers: use async formats to surface transferable skills11:05 Community invite and staying current on AI in recruiting

This episode is a practical playbook for biotech job seekers and career climbers who want to interview with clarity, energy, and impact. Carina breaks down 25 common mistakes that quietly cost candidates offers, from rambling to over‑indexing on technical detail to skipping metrics. You’ll learn how to answer the actual question asked, thread a positive through‑line across job changes, balance “I” and “we,” and anchor answers with outcomes and numbers. There’s tactical guidance for recruiter screens and onsite loops, including how to read cues to be concise, translate jargon, and prepare questions that reveal culture, expectations, and first‑90‑day success metrics. If you’re targeting roles across R&D, Quality, Clinical, or G&A in high‑growth biotechs, this episode will help you tighten your elevator pitch, signal motivation for the role and company, avoid negative framing, and follow up like a pro, so you leave every interviewer thinking you’re the obvious next hire.Learn more about the Collaboratory Career Hub community and access our free resources:Join our Skool CommunityTake the Free 7-day Interview Sprint ChallengeCheck out our sister podcast: Building BiotechsSend Carina a connection request on LinkedIn!Stay connected with us:🌐 Website📱 Facebook📷 Instagram💼 LinkedIn00:00 Opening: why interview mistakes cost offers01:00 Mistakes 1–2: rambling past 90s and talking too much02:00 Mistakes 3–4: CV rehash and over‑indexing on technical detail03:30 Mistakes 5–7: answer the question, why this role/company, show up with questions05:00 Mistakes 8–10: no negativity, credit the team, use metrics and outcomes07:00 Mistake 11: ask first‑90‑day success metrics08:30 Mistakes 12–15: comp/title fixation, interrupting, sounding scripted, ignore cues10:45 Mistakes 16–18: jargon with recruiters, own failures, replace “no/but” with “yes/and”13:30 Mistakes 19–21: highlight JD tools, follow‑up in 24h, handle tech issues fast15:45 Mistakes 22–25: bring energy, positive through‑line, ask success metrics, close the loop

This week, Carina shows how to turn a short recruiter phone screen into a competitive advantage across the entire hiring process. Learn specific recruiter screen questions that uncover role must-haves, disqualifiers, and success criteria in the first 90 days, plus how to identify the tools, platforms, instrumentation, and assay techniques used by the team. Learn to gauge scope, autonomy, cross-functional collaboration, and culture signals without asking vague questions like “what’s the culture like?”, and use the responses to tailor your resume immediately with the right keywords, skills, and project language. Carina walks through a fast post-call workflow: capture tool names, assay types, team interfaces, and process timelines, then rewrite your highlights and bullet points using the company’s terminology to pass keyword screens and resonate with hiring managers. You’ll also get a concise thank‑you email structure that reinforces fit and provides your updated resume. Finally, Carina shares an advanced technique for using smart questions to surface your strongest story even if the interviewer doesn’t prompt it, so you can showcase your skills even if an interviewer doesn’t ask the right questions.Learn more about the Collaboratory Career Hub community and access our free resources:Join our Skool CommunityTake the Free 7-day Interview Sprint ChallengeCheck out our sister podcast: Building BiotechsSend Carina a connection request on LinkedIn!Stay connected with us:🌐 Website📱 Facebook📷 Instagram💼 LinkedIn00:00 Why the recruiter screen matters more than you think01:00 Don’t monopolize the call. Aim for a real conversation02:05 Questions that reveal must-haves, disqualifiers, and keywords03:05 What does success in the first 90 days look like and how is it measured?04:05 Tools and techniques: ask specifics (platforms, instrumentation, assays) to show fluency05:00 Scope and independence: owning work vs. being a cog05:45 Team interfaces and workflows to expect, collaboration signals06:20 Understanding process and timeline. When to follow up07:05 Turn insights into resume updates with company language and ATS keywords08:00 Capture tool names, assay types, and lingo that signal fit09:00 Use AI notes or a prompt set to tailor your resume quickly10:30 Thank‑you email structure that reinforces fit and invites forwarding12:00 Avoid weak, generic questions candidates often ask13:00 Advanced technique: use questions to surface your strongest, relevant story15:00 Why guiding the conversation matters when interviewers miss key topics

In this career chat, I had a fun conversation with Nicole Gampp, Senior Alliance Manager at Compass Therapeutics. Nicole shares her unique, non-linear career journey from research to HR and medical affairs, eventually leading to alliance management. We discuss the intricacies of an Alliance Manager's role, the importance of networking, and career transitions. Nicole emphasizes the significance of finding a mission-driven company and offers insights into work-life balance differences between the US and Abroad, as well as large and small companies. We also cover handling rejections, leveraging transferable skills, the pros and cons of pursuing advanced degrees, and the importance of self-advocacy. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to strategically navigate their career path.Connect with Nicole Gampp in LinkedInLearn more about Compass TherapeuticsLearn more about the Collaboratory Career Hub community and access our free resources:Join our Skool CommunityTake the Free 7-day Interview Sprint ChallengeCheck out our sister podcast: Building BiotechsSend Carina a connection request on LinkedIn!Stay connected with us:🌐 Website📱 Facebook📷 Instagram💼 LinkedIn

We're revisiting a powerful episode from our earlier catalog because it's a good reminder as we move into the fall job-seeking season. We discuss whether your job search is on the right track by examining key metrics. I give a blueprint for a gold-standard job search, informed by a decade of experience and interviews with thousands of successful candidates in the biotech industry. We review metrics for networking, application-to-interview ratios, interview progression rates, and offer negotiation tactics. By the end of the episode, listeners will understand how to measure their job search effectiveness and address any bottlenecks in the process to achieve better outcomes.Learn more about the Collaboratory Career Hub community and access our free resources:Join our Skool CommunityTake the Free 7-day Interview Sprint ChallengeCheck out our sister podcast: Building BiotechsSend Carina a connection request on LinkedIn!Stay connected with us:🌐 Website📱 Facebook📷 Instagram💼 LinkedIn00:00 Introduction: Is Your Job Search Going Well?00:49 Understanding the Job Search Funnel02:13 Networking: The Key to Job Search Success07:33 Applications: Maximizing Your Hit Rate11:06 Interviews: Advancing Through the Process13:27 Offers: Negotiating Your Worth16:57 Conclusion: Recap and Final Thoughts

This week I’m sharing some exciting news: we’ve officially launched our new community on Skool, and it’s free to join.I created this space to make job seeking and career development less isolating and more actionable. Inside, you’ll find resources, tools, and a network of peers who understand exactly what you’re going through.Here’s what’s waiting for you when you join:The 7-Day Interview Accelerator to get you interview-ready fastAccess to all of my existing courses and free resourcesMy AI Career Coach On Call, trained on 500+ hours of coaching and teachingWeekly live Q&A sessions where I answer your career questionsA gamified system that rewards participation, including monthly prizes like hot-seat coaching sessions with meIn this episode, I’ll also walk you through some of the great questions we tackled in our first live Q&A and show you how the new platform makes it easy to connect, contribute, and grow together.Join today, lock in some early perks, and start building the connections that will carry you through every stage of your career.Learn more about the Collaboratory Career Hub community and access our free resources:Join our Skool CommunityTake the Free 7-day Interview Sprint ChallengeCheck out our sister podcast: Building BiotechsSend Carina a connection request on LinkedIn!Stay connected with us:🌐 Website📱 Facebook📷 Instagram💼 LinkedIn00:00 Exciting Announcement: New Community Launch!00:56 Past Attempts and Lessons Learned02:02 Introducing the New Platform: School02:22 Free Resources and Membership Tiers04:07 Exclusive Tools and Weekly Q&A Sessions06:21 Community Features and Navigation10:13 Q&A Highlights and Career Tips13:27 Join Us Today!

This week, I participated in an American Association of Pharmaceutical Scientists (AAPS) panel discussion with Brandon Miller on salary negotiations. We answered audience questions that explored creative strategies for successful negotiations, addressing topics such as counter offers, flexibility beyond base salary, and handling 'best offer' scenarios. We also discussed the importance of understanding the entire compensation package, including stock and equity considerations, as well as maintaining regular feedback with managers. Brandon and I both offered common negotiation mistakes and effective mindsets to adopt for a successful outcome. For more resources, join our community and access the full webinar on the AAPS website.American Association of Pharmaceutical ScientistsBrandon Miller | LinkedInLearn more about the Collaboratory Career Hub community and access our free resources:Join our Skool CommunityTake the Free 7-day Interview Sprint ChallengeCheck out our sister podcast: Building BiotechsSend Carina a connection request on LinkedIn!Stay connected with us:🌐 Website📱 Facebook📷 Instagram💼 LinkedIn00:00 Introduction and Overview00:41 Panel Discussion Recap01:29 Creative Salary Negotiation Strategies01:56 Considering Work-Life Balance03:41 Handling Firm Offers05:41 Beyond Base Salary: Perks and Flexibility06:35 Salary Disclosure Tips08:14 Understanding Stock and Equity10:32 Negotiating Raises with Current Employers12:27 Common Mistakes in Salary Negotiations15:04 Mindset for Successful Negotiations16:35 Conclusion and Resources

This week, join me for our monthly Ask Me Anything event where I address your questions about the biotech job market, effective networking strategies, and making successful career transitions. I discuss the impacts of the NIH and HHS funding uncertainty, tackling employment gaps on resumes, leveraging connections after a bad interview, and which to update first: LinkedIn profile or resume. Additional topics include how to translate academic experience into industry, the importance of career journaling, crafting compelling cover letters, and strategies for starting a biotech company in Michigan. Tune in for practical advice and actionable insights to boost your job search.Learn more about the Collaboratory Career Hub community and access our free resources:Join our Skool CommunityTake the Free 7-day Interview Sprint ChallengeCheck out our sister podcast: Building BiotechsSend Carina a connection request on LinkedIn!Stay connected with us:🌐 Website📱 Facebook📷 Instagram💼 LinkedIn00:00 Welcome and Introduction00:25 New Resources and Updates02:13 Biotech Job Market Insights03:49 Addressing Employment Gaps05:13 Effective Networking Strategies07:35 Job Search Tips and Strategies13:39 Transitioning Between Roles20:23 Starting a Biotech Company22:14 Cover Letters and Resume Tips24:38 Final Q&A and Conclusion

Ready to make 2025 your most organized and productive year yet? In this episode, I'm sharing a powerful Notion template that transformed my own annual planning process. Whether you're a Notion newbie or a seasoned pro, you'll discover:• A step-by-step system for setting meaningful goals that align with your values• How to leverage AI prompts for deeper self-reflection and creative problem-solving• Practical strategies for turning big dreams into manageable quarterly milestones• A unique approach to accountability through "letters to your future self"• Smart automation tips using ChatGPT to streamline your planning processPlus, I'll show you exactly how to customize this template for your needs and maintain momentum through strategic check-ins with your manager. If traditional planning methods haven't worked for you, this AI-enhanced approach might be exactly what you need.Grab The Free Notion Template!Learn more about the Collaboratory Career Hub community and access our free resources:Join our Skool CommunityTake the Free 7-day Interview Sprint ChallengeCheck out our sister podcast: Building BiotechsSend Carina a connection request on LinkedIn!Stay connected with us:🌐 Website📱 Facebook📷 Instagram💼 LinkedIn00:00 Introduction to the Notion Template01:17 Getting Started with the Template02:52 Navigating the Template and Resources04:53 Journaling for Annual and Quarterly Reflections11:00 Using AI for Enhanced Journaling16:05 Writing Letters to Your Future Self22:52 Goal Planning and Setting28:01 Setting Specific Goals28:11 Customizing Your Goal Template28:35 Defining Annual and Quarterly Goals30:36 Breaking Down Goals into Milestones32:01 Tracking Progress and Adjusting Plans32:35 Adding Personal Goals38:48 Weekly Check-ins and Manager Meetings43:58 Using Notion's Features and Automations48:33 Final Thoughts and Feedback

Happy New Year! In this episode, I take you through my comprehensive strategy for annual career planning. We start by reflecting on achievements from 2024, followed by a journaling exercise where you write letters to your future self for one, three, and five years out. I guide you through breaking down these goals into manageable milestones and mini-milestones, translating them into SMART goals, and then seeking feedback from a mentor or supervisor. Learn about effective time blocking, the importance of community support, and creating systems that seamlessly integrate into your life. Stay tuned for a free Notion template packed with AI tools to help streamline your planning process.Get The Free Notion Template!Learn more about the Collaboratory Career Hub community and access our free resources:Join our Skool CommunityTake the Free 7-day Interview Sprint ChallengeCheck out our sister podcast: Building BiotechsSend Carina a connection request on LinkedIn!Stay connected with us:🌐 Website📱 Facebook📷 Instagram💼 LinkedIn00:00 New Year, New Beginnings00:47 Reflecting on the Past Year01:31 Writing Letters to Your Future Self03:24 Breaking Down Big Goals07:20 Setting SMART Goals10:45 Getting Buy-In from Your Manager13:45 Building Habits and Systems21:33 Conclusion and Upcoming Tools