Wish I Knew . . .
A podcast where I speak with people about their career path. Focusing on their decisions, success, advice, key traits, career moves, mentoring and listening to interesting stories. This podcast is an interesting perspective on how careers can take a linear path to success, but all often career paths take a zig-zag path. Fun Stuff to learn about. Enjoy!
Wish I Knew . . .
#84 Sherry Bisaillon - Executive with Pharma and Tech / Relationship builder / Bold career moves
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Gary Nowak
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Season 2
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Episode 84
Career Background:
- Currently CEO of her own consulting company
- Microsoft for over 11 years in Learning and Development
- Worked for:
- Dell in Canada
- Sherry Tetley and Associates - Mngt Consulting
- Baxter International
- GSK - GlaxoSmithKline
Highlights
- Working as Veterinarian assistant
- Medical micro biology major
- Bringing two horses to university
- Becoming a Pharma Rep
- Loving bringing something useful to the medical community
- Building relationships with doctors
- Hearing what people are saying and also NOT saying
- Asking the tough questions
- Moving to another company to get more experience
- The complex challenges of running a company end to end
- Sticking with it, based on her commitment
- Career pivot from Pharma to technology
- Dad was a mentor
- Working for Dell and Microsoft
- Always keep your eye on the market place to determine your worth and opportunities
- Great advice for the younger generation
- Networking advice
- Be your own advocate and create your own board of directors
- Really value one on one leadership
Want to be a guest? Email me at gpnowak@gmail.com!