Teacher transitioning to Pharma Sales

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MandaM in Coram, New York

8 months ago

I have been a teacher for 10+ years and I am looking to make a career change to pharma sales. I have NO sales experience other than working in retail as a teenager. Do I have a shot at breaking into this competitive feild? If so, how can I overcome my lack of sales experience?

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West Gordan in Albany, Georgia

7 months ago

Yes, of course have a chance to break into this field. The first reason is b/c the two fields are closely related. Within the teaching profession one has to sell conceptual ideas and theories on a daily basis. the Pharma sales market is the same. It is not like a car salesman selling tangible goods, a Pharma rep is selling doctors on the pros on a particular medicine.

Moreover, my best friend recently made the transition from the classroom to a Pharma Rep. So, it can be done successfully.

If you have any other questions or concerns email me at westgordan@gmail.com

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MandaM in Coram, New York

7 months ago

Thanks! I sent you an email :)

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Jae S. in Gilroy, California

7 months ago

I am a former teacher as well. I am finding that it is some what difficult to get into the industry, do you have any recommendations?

West Gordan in Albany, Georgia said: Yes, of course have a chance to break into this field. The first reason is b/c the two fields are closely related. Within the teaching profession one has to sell conceptual ideas and theories on a daily basis. the Pharma sales market is the same. It is not like a car salesman selling tangible goods, a Pharma rep is selling doctors on the pros on a particular medicine.

Moreover, my best friend recently made the transition from the classroom to a Pharma Rep. So, it can be done successfully.

If you have any other questions or concerns email me at westgordan@gmail.com

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Jae S. in Gilroy, California

7 months ago

I am also a former teacher. I am finding that it is a bit difficult to get into the industry. do you have any recommendations?

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West in Albany, Georgia

7 months ago

Jae S. in Gilroy, California said: I am also a former teacher. I am finding that it is a bit difficult to get into the industry. do you have any recommendations?

Have you applied for any positions within the industry and if yes have you had any interviews F2f or phone. Stay at it. Don't give up. Moreover, develop relationships with local reps in your area b/c most positions are filled by recommendations versus online applicants. So, relationships will be the key!!

Please feel free to email me at westgordan@gmail.com

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Been There Tried Thant in Satellite Beach, Florida

6 months ago

Work at Enterprise. Get B2B experience Read Jane Williams the insider guide to Pharmaceutical sales. Nonetheless, it is extremely difficult

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