Hi ✋,

We found out that our mailing platform has decided to change the way emails are sent out so we couldn't get this newsletter to you on time yesterday.

We figured out a way and so here's your Sunday fix packed with job opportunities, free events for you, a bit from ChatGPT and loads of wisdom on the power of perseverance!

I’ll be honest - I ChatGPTed the following. With a lot of input..

My brain has been a bit fried this week juggling work, family stuff and making plans to do less.. which is much harder than you think.

The following will hopefully give you more clarity on my message and a prelude to our session on AI and Business next year as part of the Commercial Readiness Course part of our Doctors in Industry Fellowship.

So onto the ChatGPT version of my intro:

As you sip your morning coffee, let me take you on a journey that starts in the bustling corridors of big pharma and weaves through the vibrant streets of London.

First stop: our latest podcast episode. Picture yourself in the shoes of Dr. Yuki Nehikhare, Urology and Medical Affairs Manager at Astellas - a beacon of perseverance in the ever-evolving landscape of career change.

Yuki's story, set in the dynamic world of big pharma, is a testament to the power of resilience and adaptability. It's not just about the shift from clinical practice to industry, but the transformation of one's professional identity, a theme that resonates deeply with many of you.

But that's not all. Imagine walking into a room full of entrepreneurial doctors, buzzing with ideas in the heart of London. That was me, just last week, immersed in a community where the air crackles with innovation and inclusiveness.

The atmosphere at this health tech networking event was electric, a stark contrast to the traditional clinical settings we're so used to. It reminded me why we cherish these gatherings – they're not just about making connections; they're about finding a sense of belonging, a culture that celebrates every doctor's unique journey.

I’d post a picture of some of the guys playing Mario Kart in a bar.. but I won’t.

Oh and this week we launched the Commercial Readiness Course for the Doctors in Industry Fellowship which was so so powerful - I’m beyond words. We re-evaluated the event the next evening at our Doctors Mess, problem solving for many of our Fellows - one of whom is considering scaling their coaching business on an international scale. How would YOU go about doing it?

.. so the ChatGPT section was a bit overdone, but what did you think?

Answers on a postcard.

Or you could just reply :)

Disrupting Doctors Careers Podcast - The Power of Perseverance in Career Change

With our last podcast episode of 2023, in this episode, Abeyna and Dr. Yuki Nehikhare, Medical Affairs Manager @ Astellas Pharma UK discuss the following:

🏁 How Yuki used Medic Footprints as a starting point for his own career journey to Pharma

🚪 How to get into industry without industry experience

⤴️ How Yuki learned from his rejections to get into big Pharma

🗣️ The value of learning the language of industry in persevering to get into a competitive sector

🎫Featured Event

We are joined by Dr. Guy Gross, Interim turnround and hyper-growth COO (check out last week’s podcast!). He brings a wealth of growth experience, financial and operational astuteness, we couldn't think of anyone else to talk to us about financial literacy for doctors and how to keep on top of your numbers!

This course is is now a full house.

If you want to get in on the action in 2024, and join the fellowship - join the waiting list.

Other Events:

Engaging Chief Medical Officers for Strategic Growth - Barclays Eagle Labs - 6th December

I’ll be presenting at this event for health tech startups and life sciences organisations

The Future of Healthcare - Institute of Engineering - 6th December - FREE

Learn about the latest advances in healthcare technology and the future of a technology-enabled healthcare system

👩🏿‍💻 Featured Job Opportunity

Clinical Innovation Fellows @Imperial College Health Partners (ICHP)

ICHP are looking for clinical leaders passionate about doing things differently - a great way to get into consulting, innovation and health tech part time!

🔬 Doctors in Industry Fellowship

Moving or new to industry? This is THE ONLY Fellowship for you.

Develop the knowledge, skills, experience and network you need to accelerate your move to industry or your progression in it.

Applications are due to open early 2024.

✈️ Travel Doctorpreneurs (TD)

Our Travel Doctorpreneurs team has been growing exponentially over the last few months, we are delighted to be able to help more doctors establish themselves in the world of business with our mentorship and support, and gain the rewards of it.

We're hosting Travel More & Earn More, a free online webinar on Tuesday Dec 5th at 7-8:30pm to share with you how you can:

• Travel smarter and earn an income from it

• Build an online travel business with global reach

• Build passive income streams working flexibly around your commitments and with a network of like-minded travel-loving doctors

Q/A session at the end so bring your burning questions!

👩🏿‍💻 MF Approved Career Coaches for Doctors

Lisa Stone

Lisa has over ten years experience of supporting medics to transition in their careers. Previously, she worked as the Head of the Careers team with Kent, Surrey, Sussex Deanery having already developed a wealth of experience over 10 years of supporting doctors during their career transitions.

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Warm wishes

Abeyna, Ola and the MF Team