A press release takes an afternoon to write. New raise, new pipeline milestone, new name on the leadership page. It's designed to get people excited, and it works. But a headline announcing money coming in tells you almost nothing about whether the company cashing that check is a stable [...]
I've told candidates to walk away from offers they were excited about. Good title, good money, good company on paper. And I've had to look them in the eye, or at least on a screen, and say something that sounds insane coming from the person who gets paid when [...]
On November 4th, I had the opportunity to speak at SIM Boston’s Life Sciences Roundtable, hosted at Dyne Therapeutics. The session focused on “The Evolving Role of the Life Sciences CIO,” and brought together about 35 to 40 biotech and pharma technology leaders, CIOs, VPs, and IT strategists, all [...]
The first time I helped a biotech company find an IT leader, I learned something crucial. Biotech isn’t like other industries when it comes to hiring tech talent. The stakes are higher, the regulatory landscape is more complex, and the right hire can make the difference between seamless operations [...]
As we near the end of 2024—and before you get totally consumed with the holiday madness—it’s a good time to take stock of the current state of your career. In this month’s newsletter, we talk about the lessening stigma of taking career breaks, what to do when you’re thinking [...]
What Have We Learned This Summer? As we transition into shorter days, which often translate into longer workdays for many returning from summer vacations and dealing with childcare issues, it's time to get serious about hiring. In this month's newsletter, we'll discuss how smart employers meet the needs of [...]
Mental Health Awareness Month in the Workplace May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a crucial time to prioritize employee well-being. Studies show strong mental health benefits boost employee morale and retention. Actionable Tips for Employers: Go beyond the basics: While health insurance with mental health coverage is essential, consider [...]
If you announce plans to resign, it’s likely that your current company would make a counteroffer to try to get you to stay. It costs and time and money to hire and train new talent, so if you’re a high performer, the company will do whatever it takes to [...]
Within the biotech and pharmaceutical industries, attracting and retaining high-quality IT talent should always be a priority. Companies need the best professionals on their IT team to exceed their goals and succeed in the competitive marketplace. Here are some tips to attract and retain top talent for your organization. [...]
Making a positive impression in your job interview should be your top priority so that you have the best chance of landing the job if you truly feel it’s a good fit. Yet, there are plenty of common mistakes you could make that cause hiring managers to question if [...]
