After 10+ years of helping people get $101k+ medical sales jobs

After 10+ years of helping people get $101k+ medical sales jobs

I can tell you this for sure:

If money is the ultimate goal

you'll hit it.

Where attention goes
Energy flows

(and all those rhyming mantras)

The trick is not to make money the only and ultimate goal.

What is YOUR ultimate goal in your career?

It's a great motivation
But rarely the ultimate prize.
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📄 🧬 My name is Claire and I'm a Medical Sales Resume Writer, LinkedIn Profile Writer, and Brand Strategist.

(after 5 Layoffs, you get really good at it!)

Whether you:

>> Want to break into med sales
>> Keep coming up 2nd in the final
>> Have a resume that's not winning interviews
we'd love to position you for those Biotech, MedTech, Device, or Pharma roles you want.

Excited to share Stories With Traction Podcast

Excited to share Stories With Traction Podcast – a catalyst for business leaders aiming to elevate their influence.

Join Matt Zaun and me on a journey through the nuances of storytelling, marketing, sales, company culture, and leadership. 🚀

Let's shape success together!


Check out the show below! 👇🏼

https://lnkd.in/gxN84F49

So you had an interview on December 20th but you haven't heard back yet?

So you had an interview on December 20th but you haven't heard back yet?

Try this

Gratitude
+
Harkening Back
+
Curiosity and a Question

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📄 🧬 My name is Claire and I'm a Medical Sales Resume Writer, LinkedIn Profile Writer, and Brand Strategist.

(after 5 Layoffs, you get really good at it!)

Whether you:

>> Want to break into med sales
>> Keep coming up 2nd in the final
>> Have a resume that's not winning interviews
we'd love to position you for those Biotech, MedTech, Device, or Pharma roles you want.


--> Hit the bell on my profile 🔔 so you never miss a post or guide.

--> DM me! 📨 for resume help and LinkedIn profiles that sell.

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Watch the Video:

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/clairemdavis_resumewriters-biotechresumes-medicalsalesjobs-activity-7147960073925853185-7-8N?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop

In 2024, if someone offers 100% guaranteed results

In 2024, if someone offers 100% guaranteed results
👟👟 RUN 👟👟
(except...)



...if they're talking about building greater perspective
and a more enjoyable life by connecting with
and learning from people like:

Alicia Ramsdell, CCSP, GCDF, MST
Ancil Lea
Becky Wolfe
Bob Burg
Chase G. Wasson
Gail Lebovic, MA, MD, FACS
Gina Riley
Jack Kelly
John Espirian
Keith Matheny
Loren Greiff
Matthew Ray Scott
MICHELLE B. GRIFFIN
Mike Deckard
Omar M. Khateeb
Spencer Jones
Tim Sweet
Virginia Franco

Deeply grateful for the time and wisdom each of you shared on Today's Medical Sales Leader.

Thank you!

Here's to a bright new year, everyone.

Can't wait to see what you all do in 2024!

Want to hear more?

Smash THIS link: https://lnkd.in/gGgTH-3t

TMSL (Today's Medical Sales Leader) is on every major podcast platform.

And in 2024, We're rooting for you.

PS -- Who do we need to interview in 2024? Drop a name in the comments!

xo,
C

Debby is about to save you hundreds of dollars in 2024 👇

Debby is about to save you hundreds of dollars in 2024 👇




“You can get $1 off per gallon 3 times in a row at Chevron
…by far the best deal.

And if you have a Safeway Rewards account, you can use your points there, as well.

On a frigid 29-degree drive to the Spokane airport, I learned a LOT from Debby, my kind and knowledgeable Uber driver.

And it reminded me why you get *faster* and *better* results when you use a specialist.

I mean, I could have asked any average Joe or Jane about where they find the best gas deals

but when I started chatting with Debby – a 7-year-seasoned-uber driver – I knew I’d hit the Washington-State-gas-prices-jackpot.

Here’s what else she said:

“See, Chevron gives you points every time you fill up, unlike the other rewards programs who cap their gas credit to 5 cents and 15 cents each time.

And you get 5 and 15 cents off per gallon with the first fill up with most apps. But Chevron gives you $1.00 off per gallon for the first 3 fill ups.”

“But if you really want a deal – ride your tank to empty to Idaho and fill up there.”

This woman KNOWS.

…she knows…

And THAT, ladies and gents, is why you go with a specialist when you want fast, accurate info (and results).

Be like Debby.

Save your money, time, and frustration.

Go with a specialist.

(and if it’s a RESUME specialist you need – in the Medical Sales industry – I know a guy ;)

What if your resume is boring … even to you?

What if your resume is boring … even to you?

If your resume or LinkedIn profile sounds like a job description (or so boring that you don't even want to read it) -- do this:

Add numbers, context, and stakes.

This turns your experience into a story and as a BONUS is great language you can also use in an interview.

Win. Win. Win.

And let me be the FIRST to tell you today in case someone forgot – YOU are worth a scintillating resume because you are uniquely capable and a delight to work with.

Now, get the ‘why’ and ‘how’ on paper.

You’ve got this!

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you're worth it.

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A client came to us earlier this year beyond frustrated

A client came to us earlier this year beyond frustrated after coming in 2nd for District Manager roles for over a YEAR.

>> He's worked for the big name brands.
>> He's shaped every company he's worked for.
>> He's won the awards, has the support of an adoring team, etc.

But even he kept coming in 2nd for the final rounds.
Over. and Over. and Over. and OVER, again.

And that's when he called us.

I remember his I'll-try-anything-sigh over the phone like it was yesterday.

He'd been focusing on Applying Online, the ATS, and Fitting In.

I asked him to trust me. To try something radically new.

We focused on Branding, Networking, and LinkedIn Presence.

**Spoiler Alert**

He just got picked up to lead the NATION in a new sales direction for a terrific company ready to pull a never lever to stay relevant, as well.

THIS is the power of your brand.

Build It
Learn to Talk About It
Use Your Power for Good

...then help others do the same.

(don't keep this strategy a secret)

Watch the Video:

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/clairemdavis_resumewriters-medicalsalesjobs-medicaldevicejobs-activity-7145784758667493376-dDm6?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop

Can you really stand out among 1,000 candidates next year?

Can you really stand out among 1,000 candidates next year?

Yes.

Here's how.

Watch the video:

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/clairemdavis_can-you-really-stand-out-among-1000-candidates-activity-7145454572054929408-w31G?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop

We have one more gift

We have one more gift.

A huge THANK YOU for joining us this year on our first 12 Days of Christmas gifting spree.

Truly.

This has been so fun and with so many layoffs continuing to happen, it’s my honor to share these things with you to help you out of a tight spot.

Goodness knows, I’ve been there, too.

Now,, it’s time to go play Santa and spread some Christmas cheer around Spokane.

Merry Christmas + Happy Holidays + Any Holiday You Celebrate!

…

..

.

You know what, wait.

jingle, jingle, jingle…

…I might have missed something in the sleigh. Hold on.

.

.

.

..

…

Oh yeah – uh-oh…it’s my personal networking tracker.

You know, the one that helps you plan your networking and keeps track for you?

Oh you don’t? Aha! Well, it’s in BETA mode but I’ll tell you a bit about it:

>> one resource to keep track of your contacts and leads

>> reminds you when you touched base with them last

>> and when you should again

Equal parts networking kickstarter – and all-career-long CRM.

…and if you’re not sure who to talk to on LinkedIn to further your career and visibility in medical sales, I’ll *preload* your list FOR you with 20 leaders in this space.

That one.

I mean…it’s Christmas, after all. So how about we give 3 of these away…for free.

Sound good?

To enter this giveaway, SHARE your favorite 12 Days of Christmas Post from us these last dozen days and TELL US WHAT MADE IT YOUR FAVORITE in the copy of the post.

Then, please TAG me so I can find it fast – like Rudolf in a snowstorm.

I’ll choose 5 lucky winners by the New Year and can’t wait to see you soar – like Rudolf out of a snowstorm – with this networking kickstarter.

So that’s it – Merry MERRY Christmas, LinkedIn Family.

From our hearth to yours.

Xo,

Claire + The @TractionResume Team

An attitude of gratitude is not just a positive affirmation on a calendar

An attitude of gratitude is not just a positive affirmation on a calendar. It landed me a final interview after my first coffee with the hiring manager. Here’s how:

What’s the first thing you jump to do when a friend is laid off – you think of how to help them, right?

Me, too.

Did you know that one of the most POWERFUL (and underutilized) ways to do that is to write them a testimonial?

Yep.

After my 4th layoff, I gathered testimonials from clients, colleagues, and mentors and added them to my brag book.

Which I shared in an interview

And one of them in particular landed me a job in diagnostic oncology sales.

Yep – one, little reference letter from the right doctor.

Talk about Christmas MAGIC.

…but here’s the thing.

It’s the *asking* for testimonials and feedback that gives most of us that stale-eggnogg feeling in our stomach.

And *asking* is almost *just as difficult* as them knowing what to say about us, right?

So, you know me – I’m going to give you my personal system for doing so.

I’ve got you covered.

Today, I’m sharing the actual words you can use to ask for these testimonials.

Click right here: https://lnkd.in/gdJCZEG6

It’s dual gift –

>> You know what to ask

>> They know what to say

A gift that keeps on giving…and my just be the difference between your coming first and finaling for the job you want.

Merry (almost) Christmas!

Claire + The @TractionResume team

PS – Challenge yourself – send out 2 of these today AND write 2 LinkedIn Reviews for someone who’s impacted your life and career.

Nothing spreads cheer and goodwill like surprising someone with a kind word of appreciation and praise.

If THEY only knew what YOU knew about your friend

If THEY only knew what YOU knew about your friend

...they'd FLOCK to hire him/her, right?

Like the coffee and hot chocolate table at a snowy tree farm in December.

So what do we do?

Know how to help others discover your friend's brilliance, too?

Write them a review.

There's truly no better gift this year than your endorsement for a job well done or a winning culture builder or a magnetic personality.

But what do you say?

Follow and SHARE this carousel.

I'll tell you what to say and how to say it.

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Merry Christmas to YOU!

Love,

Claire + The Traction Resume Team

#ResumeWriters

#RareDiseaseJobs

#MedicalSalesJobs

#MedicalDeviceJobs

Still waiting for that one gift

Still waiting for that one gift

you were wishing for as a kiddo

but you ended up with socks instead?

Been there

So heap some tinsel on yesterday’s Top 8 Things to Measure… how about 5 more?

10 more?

20?

Okay, you’ve been REALLY good – let’s do 42 MORE THINGS you can measure (other than quota) to make people want to hire you.

Click here to get ALL 50: https://lnkd.in/eQjmB7ND

Because, let’s face it.

Even if you haven’t been good ALL year, the ultimate gift giver – Mr. Clause himself – survives on cookies and milk.

Moderation is out the window around the holidays.

Ho, ho, ho!

Claire + The @TractionResume Team

Pssst – that gift I'm still pining for?

A red 10” Spin Jammer – those are the sugar plums still dancing around in my dreams.

What’s on YOUR list?

Did you get my gift?

Did you get my gift?

Click here if you missed it: https://lnkd.in/gGHqFUCM

And for those of you snagged that Ferrari of a resume template…

It’s officially Day 8 of the 12 Days of Christmas from Traction Resume!

…which brings me to my most-frequently-asked question by job seekers:

“Claire, what if I don’t have good numbers for my resume?”

We’ve got you covered!

Get your resume template out and follow this carousel to find 8 More Things that can be measured to make people want to hire you.

Ho, ho, ho!

Claire + The Traction Resume Team

#MedicalSalesResumes

#MedicalSalesJobs

#ResumeWriters

#RareDiseaseJobs

Shake, shake, shake

Shake, shake, shake

Shake, shake, shake

Shake, shake, Oooh…we’re going Big Gift on Day 7

Today, I'm sharing MY system

The one I use with all my clients

And the one I that used for myself

My Triple S System

That has brought me back from 5 layoffs

That has landed 100s of clients for 6-figure medical sales jobs

And that is so simple to use -- you can implement it in <10 minutes

(yes, really)

It took a decade to realize

And I'm honored to share it

My gift to you: https://lnkd.in/gDhPRW-f

Because everyone needs to know this stuff

And in today's market, you must sell you story

But you've probably never looked at your story this way.

Click that link above but beware

You'll never look at your resume the same again.

Happy Holidays,

Claire + The Traction Resume Team

#MedicalSalesResumes

#MedicalSalesJobs

#ResumeWriters

#BiotechJobs

Gary V and I don't agree on a lot of things

Gary V and I don't agree on a lot of things

but on this we do

There's a fundamental difference between giving to get and giving without expectations.

and it comes down to the giver.

When we give to get -- it can be felt and can be laced with disappointment.

It's not really giving. It's a transaction.

But if you sling goodwill out into this world like snowballs in a good 'ol fashioned snowball battle -- and focus more on the making, the throwing, and the giggling than the one you get to the cheek -- now you're generating good will.

(Especially when you cover your buddy from the neighbor kids' pelleting and he dives behind your snow barricade.)

There's a whole lotta good that comes from goodwill.

Give

Give

Give

Give

Give

...and you'll be surprised

The more reviews

notes of thanks

gratitude

...that you put out into the world, the more you get back.

And the trick?

Focusing on the first part, not the second.

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We're on day 5 of the 12 Days of Christmas!

What's been your favorite so far?

Tell me in the comments!

#medicalsalesresumewriter

#medicaldeviceresume

#medicalsalesresume

#medicalsalesjobs

Ever write "John Smith is a consummate professional..." because you didn't know what to say in his review?

Ever write "John Smith is a consummate professional..." because you didn't know what to say in his review?

Yeesh -- I know. It's not easy to brag on others.

But today, I'm going to show you how to do it so well that you lay the foundation for your friend to:

>> Build credibility
>> Land a Job Faster
>> Get Connected to their "Tile Guy" and a discount, too.

You have the power to spark a relationship for someone by just using your well-intended recommendation.

Your words -- your referral -- matter.

Let's use that power for good.

Here's my recipe.

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Hi, I'm Claire -- and you've found us in the thick of our 12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS series!

My team and I write resumes that get people hired in Medical Sales -- fast and with less stress.

(Stay tune for MORE to come and if it's resume help you need -- I'm just a DM away!)

🎄 Claire + The Traction Resume Team

"Claire, I've had an extremely successful career but I haven't had to interview since 1995."

"Claire, I've had an extremely successful career but I haven't had to interview since 1995."

I hear ya.

Your STORY is the key.

Let's keep it simple.

Follow this slider for a jumpstart on how...

🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄🎄
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Just one more stop on the 12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS!

What has been your favorite post so far? Need a refresh?

Was it Day 1 with the F R E E LinkedIn Banners? https://lnkd.in/gzFBK34X

Was it the Guide to UnBoring your emails? https://lnkd.in/gTpSz_V9

Tell me in the comments!

(And stay tune for MORE to come!)

🎄 Claire + The Traction Resume Team

Here's a guide I wish I'd had in 2010

Here's a guide I wish I'd had in 2010.

Tbh, it's pretty rare for me now

but when I was in the field, sometimes

I'd struggle with what to say in an email to a...

>> doctor

>> administrator

>> colleague or manager

I'd think "hey, my intentions are good but how else can I break the ice?"

Check out this slider to de-ice your openers and get some real conversation brewing!

And for more on ways to liven up your small talk -- RING that BELL so you don't miss my upcoming episode with the fabulous Julie Brown on @Today'sMedicalSalesLeader.

She's the ultimate networking and business development coach and shared some gems and exercises to uncover WAY more interesting things to open with than "so, what do you do?"

You'll find out if you may be sabotaging your networking efforts with the # 1 scientifically-proven, most-despised yet most-common question (in the US) there is!

Tune in to learn more and you'll be clinking with new friends you've made in no time.

(and YES these tips work in the office, at conferences, ... even at your next holiday party)

Give Julie a follow and remember -- this is the 12 Days of Christmas Give-Away Week.

Share your favorite post(s) to help more people build their networking muscle and be entered to WIN BIG on Day 12!

Ho, Ho, Hold on to your horses...we're just getting started!

Claire + The Traction Resume Team

What takes a present (and LinkedIn profile) from good to irresistible?

What takes a present (and LinkedIn profile) from good to irresistible?

The wrapping, of course!

Which brings us to our FIRST giveaway – FREE LINKEDIN BANNERS.

Yes, seriously!

Click right here to snag ALL of them: www.tractionresume.com/linkedin-banner-freebies-opt-in

Let’s (blue) spruce up your profile with a little branding that speaks right to the heart of the healthcare industry.

Merry (early) Christmas!

– Claire + The @TractionResume Team

Ho, Ho, Ho…oooh we’re just getting started!

Psst – QUICK VIDEO on HOW to upload your shiny new banners: https://www.loom.com/share/2b885680652241a3b29af5b6029326eb?sid=898f34a4-e98d-4f3f-99ae-c6c8d52103a9

You’ve been good ALL year (right?)

You’ve been good ALL year (right?)

And it’s time you got a little something to show it.

DAY ONE of our 12 Days of Christmas Giveaway is allllllmost here!

Ring my bell and be the FIRST to get your goodies

Every

Single

Day

Until

Christmas

From us to you – Happy Holidays!

Claire + the @TractionResume Team 🎄