The Career Rx Podcast for Doctors

In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: The top 5 authenticity traps that keep you from finding success in your career What being authentic in a work environment really means How “authenticity” can hold you back Why adaptive authenticity is what you should strive for What does it mean to be your “true” or “authentic” self in the workplace? One of my amazing listeners, Shelley, wrote in wit...

In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: The top 5 causes of burnout, according to the top expert What leaders can do to prevent or mitigate burnout - because burnout is about the workplace, not the people doing the work! Tool to tackle the core causes of burnout - you don’t have to have a leadership role or  title to start with these What your boss really should be doing - and it’s probabl...

In this episode of The Career Rx we’ll discuss: How you can take back control of your career advancement How to maximize your effectiveness and impact on the world Why now is actually the best time to get started, even if you feel like you’re completely behind How to earn 18 CME credits with The Branding Prescription CME Program Learning how to control and advance your own career as a healthcare p...

What does it take to stay relevant professionally and to get ahead today? This episode isn’t specific to the medical field but is extremely applicable regardless. You see with the ever changing dynamics of business and medicine, there are certain things we must do to grow and evolve with the times, and to place our brands in the best light. I recently read two articles of general career advice tha...

This is the third in a series about professional branding, and today we’re focused on how your brand is conveyed on a website. I chose this topic because I’m often asked questions like: What should I put on my physician website? What doesn’t belong on my website?  How do I make my brand clear on my website? I'm going to be building off of Episodes 30 and 31 . We have already addressed what pr...

Hey there, in this episode of The Career Rx , we're going to talk more about professional branding, building from last week’s episode. You've already got the four part framework, but implementing this can be a challenge without clear examples.  What does a good professional brand look like? What are examples of professional brand language? How do I communicate my professional branding on...

Hey there, in this episode of The Career Rx , we're going to talk about professional branding. Specifically, we’re going to talk about what a professional brand is, what it isn’t, and why you should have a great professional branding strategy.  Get the show notes and links on my website. The term ‘professional branding’ is everywhere these days, but there are lots of misconceptions about what...

Hey there, in this episode of The Career Rx , we're going to talk about recruiters. Specifically using a recruiter as a physician. For those thinking about working with a recruiter, especially for the purpose of getting a non-clinical job or a big leadership role, these are the questions I’m often asked: Should you work with a recruiter? Are recruiters helpful when you're looking for a n...

For many physicians, consulting is a very popular side gig. It’s a wonderful way to dip your toe into entrepreneurship and to gain exposure and experience.   In This Episode of The Career Rx We’ll Discuss: Key questions to ask yourself before starting your physician consulting business… What kind of consulting will you do? How will you establish your credibility? What will you charge for your prod...

Thanks for joining me on this episode of The Career Rx. Today we’ll be talking about the main benefits of having a website and the importance of a good website for your medical practice or business. In This Episode of The Career Rx We’ll Discuss: Why doctors should have their own websites - not just social media accounts Why having your own website is better than your physician bio on your employe...

Today we are talking about LinkedIn for doctors. I’ll be providing some helpful tips to up your game on LinkedIn and leverage the platform for its many benefits. In This Episode of The Career Rx We’ll Discuss: How to use LinkedIn for doctors with tips to build a success profile. This includes: Having a professional LinkedIn profile picture. Optimizing your profile headline to increase your reach a...

Today we're talking about how to get ahead in your career, and how to make a career change for doctors. So, if you want to switch your career or make a bold professional move in a different direction, we'll be talking about exactly that. In This Episode of The Career Rx We’ll Discuss: Actionable steps you can take to get that job promotion or change career paths. Who you should communica...

Hey there, I am so glad that you have joined me on this episode of The Career Rx. Today I’m sharing a four-part checklist to be sure you are using social media the right way for your business.    In This Episode of The Career Rx We’ll Discuss: 3 reasons you don’t want to be on all social media platforms for your business. Where you’re spending your time on social media. How to use your social medi...

Let’s talk about four reasons to get over your fears of public speaking and get on stage so you can use the power of public speaking to advance your career.  The Career Rx podcast is all about modern strategies for advancing your career and public speaking is no exception with so many benefits.  In This Episode of The Career Rx We’ll Discuss: The overall importance of public speaking for your care...

Today’s episode is about creating an online course and the common myths about course creation.   In This Episode of The Career Rx We’ll Discuss: What you need to know about creating an online course - subject matter, validating your idea and investment decisions. 6 myths that prevent professionals from creating an online course.  What you should be focusing on for online course creation. Access to...

Hey guys, today we're going to be talking about how to really rock it when you're presenting virtual meetings, or live webinars or otherwise have some high stakes professional activity online.   In This Episode of The Career Rx We’ll Discuss: How the world is more virtual than ever before. Virtual meeting etiquette and how it can directly impact your future career growth. 8 professional...

We're going to talk today about how to start a podcast and why doctors should!  You probably know there's a steep increase in the number of podcasts coming out these days. Even with this huge podcast explosion the numbers are very tiny compared with the number of personal websites, blogs and YouTube channels. So, if you’ve thought about starting a podcast, but you haven't because th...

Today we’re talking about one of the most common questions I get asked, which is how to get your foot in the door to find non-clinical jobs as a physician. Many physicians and healthcare professionals are looking for a career transition, a career pivot or some kind of new career - many times a non-clinical career. In This Episode of The Career Rx We’ll Discuss: How to get your foot in the door to...

Today we're talking about how to build self trust. Having trust in yourself impacts all aspects of life - from the choices we make to the goals we set to how we feel about ourselves. If self trust is lacking, our personal and professional lives can be affected in a negative way. So today I want to share with you six tips to address and strengthen your own self trust. In This Episode of The Ca...

You know you need an effective online presence to get ahead professionally, but you're not ready to start your own website? While it is much easier than you probably think, it's also not the first step you should take. The truth is you can level up your professional brand online without a website of your own. In today’s episode of The Career Rx I’m going to share how you can build your p...

Today on the podcast we’ll be looking deeper into physician side gigs and whether you’ve thought about leaving this side job due to the COVID-19 crisis. There have been a lot of discussions online about this topic and many people’s stories have inspired me to dig a little deeper into the opportunities and stressors that are present with having a side business today. In This Episode of The Career R...

On the podcast today, I'm giving you a behind-the-scenes peek at a Q&A session bonus training that I recorded today for The Speaking Prescription. I'm doing two things at once, sharing some tips here on the podcast and also putting together this special training. Some of you are familiar with my course - The Speaking Prescription , but for those who aren’t let me tell you a little ab...

Today on the podcast we're talking about disclosures, disclaimers and conflicts of interest.  You might not realize the number of guidelines and requirements that pertain to your online activity. I am a big believer in curating your online presence and making sure it demonstrates your highlight reel. It puts your professional best foot forward. Having a strong online presence is important for...

Today on the podcast, we'll be talking about social media policy -  both your personal and professional social media policy in the era of COVID-19. Many physicians and many of my colleagues are being increasingly active online, either through their own blogs or social media platforms.  Whatever digital platform you're using, many are being approached by others to do a guest blog or to gi...

Today's episode is a bit different - I'm going to be sharing thoughts that aren't my own at all. You may have seen this piece around the internet called "There is no emergency in a pandemic."  I've seen it reproduced on a variety of platforms, but this is link to where I first saw it. I've also seen many comments on this piece on Facebook, Reddit, and other spots...