The Agency Advantage

Send a text In this episode, I’m joined by two pharma powerhouses, Michelle Warner and Sian Feller: co-founders of The Patient Project. Born out of personal caregiving journeys and deep experience in global pharma, their mission is powerful: to put the patient voice at the centre of healthcare conversations and decisions. We get into why patient input often gets deprioritised, how to break through...

Send a text In this episode, we’re diving into what it really takes to get noticed on LinkedIn if you're a recent graduate or early-career professional looking to break into the pharmaceutical industry. Whether you're aiming for a role in medical affairs, regulatory affairs, market access, or commercial functions, this episode will give you a roadmap for using LinkedIn as your launchpad....

Send a text Think working in pharma is just like agency life, academia, or clinical practice, just with a shinier salary? Think again. In this episode, I’m breaking down the real talk about what it’s like to move into biopharma — and why most people underestimate the mindset shift required to thrive here. Whether you're coming from a med comms agency, CRO, academia, or clinical background, yo...

Send a text Think you found your dream job? Not so fast. In this episode of The Agency Advantage Podcast , we break down the biggest RED FLAGS in job descriptions and the hiring process that you seriously need to watch out for. From vague job roles and chaotic interview processes to sketchy salary talk and toxic "we're a family" vibes — we're unpacking it all so you don’t get s...

Send a text Are you a medical writer, account manager, or CRO consultant wondering if it’s time to leave agency life behind? In this episode of The Agency Advantage Podcast , we break down 5 powerful reasons to transition from agency or consulting to an in-house role in pharma or biotech . Host Sian Kneller shares her personal career switch after 15+ years in agency and how moving into industry tr...

Send a text Feeling ghosted after submitting job applications? You're not alone. In this episode, I break down the real reasons why you're not landing interviews — especially in today's ultra-competitive pharma job market. I cover: - How AI-written CVs are blending into the noise - Why networking (the right way) is your secret weapon - What your CV needs to show to get past screenin...

Send a text Hi, I'm Sian! Welcome to The Agency Advantage, where I share insights and tips on working in the pharma or biotech industry and how to land a job in this competitive field. In today's episode, I discuss my recent experience at the European Society of Cardiology Conference in London and the challenges introverts face in standing out professionally. Learn practical ways to make...

Send a text In this episode of The Agency Advantage, I delve into what it's truly like to work in a corporate environment, specifically within a large biopharma company. Aimed at professionals looking to pivot from academia, smaller companies, or other sectors like medical practice or pharmacy, the discussion highlights the complexities of corporate life. Key topics include the politics, nego...

Send a text In this exciting episode of The Agency Advantage , join me as I welcome the insightful Abi Stevenson to discuss her role in Health Economics and Outcomes Research (HEOR). Abi, a Senior Manager at Chiesi Rare Disease, shares her fascinating journey from a med comms agency to the pharma sector, emphasizing the value of hands-on experience over formal qualifications. Learn about the cruci...

Send a text In this episode, I dive into the realities of working in the pharmaceutical industry that many wish they knew before they started. Drawing from my nearly 10 years in pharma and insights from others, I uncover the hidden challenges and surprising truths, from navigating corporate systems that can inhibit talent, to the frequent restructures and their impact on job security. We'll a...

Send a text Welcome to the podcast! In today's episode, we're tackling some of your burning questions about careers in the pharmaceutical industry. Whether you're a medical writer looking for your next move, or you're curious about the different opportunities within pharma, this episode has you covered. We'll discuss: The best pharma roles for different types of medical wr...