A Day In The Life Of A Medical Sales Rep | MedSales Daily Ep. 5

The assumption that I hear most often is that a medical sales rep needs to have a medical or clinical background to get into the industry. However, while that background may be helpful, how clinical do you think the day to day is for a medical sales rep?
The answer to this question obviously depends on the type of products you're selling and the company you're working for. But as a rule of thumb, there are days that are highly clinical and there are days that aren't clinical at all.
And what's most important to appreciate is that a medical sales rep is measured on performance and that performance usually comes from business and sales skills, not necessarily clinical skills.
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[@mehdilotfi39]

I m a Med Sales Rep for Zimmer Stumbled on your podcast. Great stuff man Our routines described perfectly And yes guys. Never skip leg days 💪🏾

[@TheOpinionSports]

Materials manager is never available the first time you go into a hospital to catch them but that is part of the game.

[@KolbyWoodMedicalSales]

You know it..

[@JE0mudumefru]

Good insight

[@johnscarbrough1317]

Hey kolby, I been looking for a career path that I can look back on and feel like I made a change in people’s lives. I believe this would be an excellent route for a rewarding life. My question is how should I get started? I have 1 year of basics classes done at a community college. (eventually going to transfer to a University) what would be the most ideal degree for landing a job in your profession? And how do I get a foot in the door?

[@KolbyWoodMedicalSales]

I'd probably say a business or marketing degree would be the best option. Then take anatomy type classes as your electives. Foot in the door comes down to effort and timing and luck. A lot of ppl want to do this job, so even if you're a good candidate, it doesn't mean you'll get the job.

[@juniscitozi9549]

Hey Kolby, I love your videos! theyre motivating me to apply for Pharma rep positions. But im not sure if im competitive for them. What do you think of my background? i have a BS in neuroscience from a top 100 Univ, 1.5 years working in a cosmetic vein clinic documenting clients health history and discussing vein procedures with them and currently 8 months as a Pharmaceutical Industry Recruitment consultant.ou t Do you think I have a shot at this?

[@KolbyWoodMedicalSales]

There's only one way to find out... You have to try it and see. If you're good, they will hire you regardless of your background.

[@juniscitozi9549]

Kolby Wood so it’s all about sales lol do you think cover letters are pointless since recruiting is salesy?

[@KolbyWoodMedicalSales]

@@juniscitozi9549 I'm not totally sure. I'd say a cover letter is fine and if you're applying for a job that offers it as an upload option, I'd add one in.

[@juniscitozi9549]

Kolby Wood okay thanks kolby, looking forward to move vids