What Type of Person Thrives in the Pharmaceutical Industry, According to an Associate Scientist at EMD Serono
To thrive in the pharmaceutical industry, a person needs to be "thoughtful, smart, and patient forward," possessing "grit" and a persistent problem-solving attitude. Success also hinges on understanding the bigger picture—that one's work contributes to a larger goal, even if the impact isn't immediately visible.
Problem-Solving, Persistence, Big-Picture Thinking, Patience, Purpose-Driven
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Matthew Bleich
Associate Scientist
EMD Serono
Hamilton College 2018
UCLA Anderson Full-Time MBA
Humanities, Chemistry, Philosophy
Biotechnology & Pharmaceutical
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Video Highlights
1. Being thoughtful, smart, and patient is crucial for success. Immediate results aren't always apparent; long-term vision is key.
2. Persistence, grit, and a problem-solving attitude are essential traits.
3. Understanding the bigger picture and your role in the overall mission of the pharmaceutical industry is vital for thriving in this field.
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How would you describe people who typically thrive in this industry?
To thrive in the pharmaceutical industry, you need to be thoughtful and smart. This may be a bit of a weird adjective, but you have to be patient.
If you only see what's in front of you, just thinking about what you're making today and why, without considering the long-term impact, it will grind you down. So, being someone who can solve challenges and is persistent is great. I love the term "grit."
But also, you need to have the mindset that your work has a bigger purpose. You are part of a very large industry, all trying to move towards the same goal. While you may not see the day-to-day progress, it is happening, and you are a part of it.
Really seeing the bigger picture is essential to succeeding in the industry.
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