Stryker interview process - tips on how to get hired

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Hi guys, in this video I give a long winded answer on what the stryker interview process is like. How to do well and move through the process and how to better your chances at getting the job.
The interview process is long and hard.... yup. And before you know it you're 6-8 interviews deep, wondering how it has been 3 months and still haven't gotten your answer. Don't let this be you. Have more eggs in more baskets and aim to win.
Networking is key. If you don't know your local reps, get to know them. They & follow up are the only things you need to get to the front of the line. This is America. Losers wait and winners find a way past the sheep.
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[@FranciscoMartinez-dg2ku]

Stryker interview was no sweat to me. Job is before family. Its what provides the roof to your family, the quality of life to your family. Why mess with that? Stryker employees work hard and play hard.

[@PierrePacini]

Lmao I can’t tell if you trolling or for real. Job > Family ??? Lol how many marriages end because a spouse works too much? But you’re right the job will provide that alimony long after they leave and keep that roof over their head. 😂

[@modzforbob]

@@PierrePacini life would probably be a whole lot easier without marriage and kids 😂

[@josephdempseyMedford]

Pierre, I enjoyed your video and great advice. I think this advice is pertinent for many jobs even outside of sales or outside of Stryker. Keep up the good work as you are helping a lot of people .

[@PierrePacini]

Joe what an awesome comment! Thank you. I wish growing this platform was easier and I'd make content that pertained to more fields, but it requires you to niche down. Thanks again for seeing the benefit outside of just the medical industry,

[@easelrealty2835]

Thanks Pierre - just starting the search so I appreciate the insights.

[@PierrePacini]

Thank you for supporting the connect. Lmk if i can ever help.

[@M.-.D]

As a doctor, reps really do make a massive difference at time of inteaoperative issues. The ability for me to call a rep the moment something isn’t working is why we choose the device. It has to work, always.

[@submissions72]

Hey Pierre, I have an interview with Stryker 1st phone screen tomorrow for a staff engineering position. What questions will they ask me I see that the interview is only 30 minutes. What are they really looking for? Thanks in advance.

[@PierrePacini]

Hey! Phone screen is more of just getting to know you on a high level. Briefly go over your resume and the role and why you want to work for them. All really basic. That’s exciting. Good luck 👍🏽🍀

[@submissions72]

@@PierrePacini appreciate it! Hopefully it goes well, I will come back to you if I make it beyond.

[@submissions72]

@@PierrePacini SOooo, I sent her a note before the 3pm meeting in the morning. and she replied that after a 2nd review what they're offering is much lower than what I'm asking salary wise. She recommended I apply for senior staff or principal engineer. I can't figure out if I should be thankful for her being upfront or I just screwed myself out of a new job lol.

[@jeneris]

"Patients depend on you. If you think that's corny, this probably isn't the field for you." Preach.

[@JCLADOG]

Thank you for posting this. I recently submitted my resume for 2 open positions within Stryker. After seeing this, I will respectfully decline. This type of culture is exactly what I'm not looking for. Thanks again.

[@PierrePacini]

It definitely takes a certain type person. Lots of device/opportunities out there. Device just enjoys playing hard to get, then when you do get it you get bored.

[@carlwallin7521]

I have an interview with a hiring manager today. Did you say it’s better to respond with ‘I hate losing’ more than ‘I like to win’?

[@PierrePacini]

Yes. And even if they don’t ask try to sprinkle it into the interview. Winners mentality.

[@capturingsuccess4762]

thanks for this video it helped me to get in Stryker (INDIA)🙏🙏🙏🙏🔥 GOT my offer letter today 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@PierrePacini]

This is amazing! Thank you for the support and good luck 🍀 I’m excited for you.

[@CorporateGypsy]

Thank you for suggesting this video

[@vincentkingsdale8334]

I like winning more is the better answer.....that is a positive mindset.....hating losing more focuses on negativity

[@PierrePacini]

Definitely go with the answer you can put the most conviction in.

[@vincentkingsdale8334]

@@PierrePacini thanks for responding....i am a doctor of physical therapy with over 20 years experience....earlier in my career, i was interested in sales and marketing and broke into pharma sales...I was in pharma for 5 years, and was approached by another PT company and was offered a very high salary (double what i was making in pharma), and felt it was a no brainer at the time. Fast forward 14 years later to today, and with the Medicare cuts to providers, I am worried it will get worse. Even though I have been out of pharma for 14 years, do you think I have a chance of getting back into specialty sales or become a medical sales liason at this time? Like I said, I have my doctorate in PT, am a practicing clinician, and have the sales experience and drive.

[@taylorwallingford8319]

Hi Pierre! Thanks for all of this useful info. I’m curious how you would recommend reaching out to higher ups without seeming desperate. This is something I currently do in my sales role, but I haven’t ever done it in an attempt to get a job in the future. Thanks in advance for the assistance!

[@PierrePacini]

The exact same way you do it in your sales role. Just let them know you’re doing research for the role and wanted to benchmark with them. Or if a rep told you who they are tell them you found out by taking to the rep and you wanted to get on their radar for future opportunities. Don’t complicate it and it’ll be fine.

[@mrslaharris7128]

Hi awesome video ty for this any advice on a position wright express tech . Im new to this my 1st interview is may 8 2023

[@bajajjaimaa7687]

Hello , do Stryker requite a person having no experience & have v good academic records ? Next month completing Master's in AI .

[@PierrePacini]

Depends on the role you’re applying for. You can definitely get in with no experience. Just need to make the right relationships.

[@birdy_a]

I bought your eBook and it was extremely helpful for the Gallup interview(SO INTENSE!) I'm now on the presentation interview. meeting(90 mins) with the hiring mgr monday to go over the case study. interviewing for Neurosurgical Sales Rep. any idea how long the presentation needs to be? any info would be helpful! Thanks in advance!

[@PierrePacini]

Apologies for delay, I hope we connected on insta or LinkedIn and I answered this. My advice is too late at this point. I hope the presentation went well!

[@birdy_a]

All good! Everything went well, but they decided to go with another candidate!

[@sarahstorey9783]

Hey Pierre, thanks so much for your helpful resources on Stryker/ the gallup process. I just have a few questions please... 1) im a relatively experienced theatre nurse in AUS- uni degree- Clinical nurse role (semi senior here) in theatres. the only thing is I don't have much experience in orthopaedics, despite a genuine interest. how would you approach this issue in the interview stage? 2) for the gallup test. I think they do 2 seperate online multichoice like ones here. I bought your book. do you have any extra tips on the online test please? thanks again for all your help

[@alinaqi6926]

Hi, did you get selected for the position? I have interview for field engineer soon with stryker. Can you suggest something before that. Feel free to let me know suggestions please. I'm also based in Australia

[@kayleehahn7381]

Hi Pierre! This was so helpful, thank you. I am just about to start the interview process. What advice would you give on follow up, since there are so many steps to this particular process? Any pointers or things you would make sure to be doing?

[@PierrePacini]

I’ll give you my secret that others can steal if they read the comments. Sent an email beforehand. No one does that. Say you’re confirming for the appointment and you’re excited. Just a short and sweet message. This makes you different and keeps you from having to “follow up” immediately after the interview. Then you can truly follow up a couple of days later. Hope that helps.

[@sumeraghani3014]

Hi thank you so much for this info information. I applied to Styker and i went through recruiting and Hiring manager interview which was held today. I am worried what is next . Question you mentioned about Gallup test ? Is this over the phone or i will receive link to do online ? And how long recutor get back to me after i done my interview done with hiring Manager

[@PierrePacini]

Hi Sumera, thanks for the comment. Don't worry too much about the steps because there are a lot of them haha. Most Gallups are just over the phone with no link. Usually the response/feedback is 24-72hrs. So make sure you are following up as well. Be persistent. Good luck.

[@Krazieserg123]

Hi Pierre, is the hiring process the same for a medical field service technician? I just sent in my resume a couple days ago

[@PierrePacini]

I’m not 100% sure. Find another field tech on LinkedIn and gain some insight.

[@kpsamsung30]

Man this was a great video, Thank you!

[@tomtaylor6081]

If I don't know anyone currently working in the role I am applying for, where would I find compensation information?

[@PierrePacini]

I’d hunt LinkedIn for a few reps in that same role and ask them. Not everyone will be honest but take an average of the amounts given to you.

[@konradstrich1822]

Hey Pierre, I've been subscribed to your channel for a couple years now and you've always given great advice in regards to pursuing a career in medical device sales. I recently completed the 12-week Orthopedic Recon, Trauma, Biologics and Spine program at Medical Sales College, and Stryker has been my #1 target company for many months now. I've been told connecting and networking on LinkedIn would be the best way to potentially break into Stryker (and other medical device companies), however I've had little to no luck with responses and it seems every role they've posted in my area are "tire-kicking" roles. Do you have any additional advice beyond the video on how to help with the process of getting a position? Thank you in advance and keep the videos coming!

[@PierrePacini]

You’re in the hardest part of it right now. If I were in your shoes I’d be relentlessly hitting up multiple people on LI. I’d ask if I could chat/benchmark with them. If there was an open role in that company I’d ask after we spoke if they’d refer me in. Put together a brag book and start sending it to the people you talk to. Ask for feedback and start sending it to HM and directors. It’s all a game of numbers at this point. If you haven’t looked on medreps.com I’d look on there for jobs and start reaching out to the recruiters that post them.

[@konradstrich1822]

@@PierrePacini Great advice, thank you for your insight Pierre, and I love the content!

[@konradstrich1822]

@@PierrePacini Hey Pierre, I just wanted to let you know that I've been contacted back for the initial 30 minute phone call for a position at Stryker in my city!

[@LessonWithLinds]

@@konradstrich1822Congrats! Did you land the job?

[@bon3s994]

Does all this apply for a warehouse position lol?

[@PierrePacini]

Tbh idk. I’ve heard all divisions have a form of the Gallup.

[@ceforbes2356]

This was perfect timing. I have multiple interviews with hiring/regional managers early next week with Stryker: This gave me a lot more confidence going in. Appreciate it!

[@PierrePacini]

That is awesome! Good luck. Be confident and show likability.

[@ceforbes2356]

@@PierrePacini will do. Networking got me the interviews. The reps I networked with liked me so they pushed my name and resume into the interview process. Can’t get comfortable though!

[@orkeysauriene2654]

I have a video interview with Stryker next week for a sales rep position. I am looking for guidance or nuggets.

[@PierrePacini]

Sorry I didn’t see this sooner. Hope it went well. I usually book consults via email. HMU next time if you need some additional guidance.

[@lauracampbell2874]

if stryker loves winners why are you suggesting to answer the "do you love winning or hate losing" saying that you hate to lose?

[@PierrePacini]

Hey, that’s a great question and I’ve been asked this a lot. The easiest way to explain it is: everyone loves to win. So as a winner you can’t say that separates you from the rest. So a “driving motivator” is losing. You “hate” losing MORE than you love winning. That’s what motivates you to win.

[@Rp-wj4lv]

Are these interviews all over the phone? Or did you have to go in at some point?

[@PierrePacini]

All of mine were in person except the initial recruiter interview. This was also pre pandemic. I think now, most are still locally done with maybe the director/vp being virtual.

[@peytonmartin4238]

This was super helpful! Thanks for sharing inside information . I feel much more confident going into the phone interview.

[@markredfern6204]

I am trying to get in a Test Technician role do you have any advice?

[@PierrePacini]

Apologies I do not have any advice. I haven’t spoken to someone in this role. Best thing you could do is network with one on LinkedIn and see what they say.

[@markredfern6204]

@@PierrePacini thank you.

[@michaelsassano2585]

Thank you so much for this! I just nailed my 2nd interview and I'm on to the gallup!

[@PierrePacini]

Hell yeah brother! I’m glad this helped out. Good luck on the Gallup. I’ve had some great feedback so far from the Gallup eBook.

[@jvera290]

I just passed the 2nd interview! how did it go with your Gallup? Mines on Monday and I just got the book. I’ll be reading and studying all weekend.

[@anishmohanan5649]

Hi Pierre, Thanks for your valuable piece of information. Now I'm currently working as QA engineer in a spinal implants manufacturing company and has good knowledge about ISO 13485 and CE certification. Can you please guide me to crack interviews of medical device manufacturing companies like Stryker,Medtronics and J& J

[@PierrePacini]

Hi Amish, thanks for the comment. Unfortunately I’ve never been a part of one of those interviews. I would assume they are similar to sales, but more based around your current activity as a QA Engineer. I’d connect with people in the role you want at those companies to get more insight and see if they’ll refer you into an open opportunity. Someone currently in the role will provide way better advice. I hope that helps.

[@ryandesousa9024]

Very Informative. Thanks

[@NicoleH1989]

Is it a plus if I have a letter of recommendation from an internship at an ortho surgeons office?

[@PierrePacini]

It doesn’t hurt to have it, but you’ll need to disclose if you have any relationships with ortho docs you’ll be calling on. I would just say in the interview process that you have some relationships that you could leverage early on and would be willing to share who they are if needed.

[@NicoleH1989]

Thank you so much!@@PierrePacini

[@davidb9605]

Thanks for the video! Applying for production team lead on 3rd shift! First interview is Friday!

[@PierrePacini]

Best of luck and congrats on getting into the process! Thanks for the support

[@davidb9605]

@@PierrePacini do you have any insight on what their production team does exactly? I’m sure it’s the manufacturing side of making the product. Any advice or information I should know? Thanks again!

[@PierrePacini]

@@davidb9605is it at their corporate location? If so, I don’t know much as I was only there once, but looks like you’ll be making sure the equipment that’s getting made (instruments, implants, etc) are running smooth. I vaguely remember seeing a lot of workers in their factory working in different projects etc. it was cool seeing some machines manipulating a total knee over and over to test the wear and tear.

[@davidb9605]

@@PierrePacini yes it is, and awesome thanks so much for your information

[@shawntaloran2632]

Thank you, very helpful video please keep them coming

[@PierrePacini]

Thank you Shawnta! I’m planning on it. Lmk if you have an unanswered question we can toss into the podcast.

[@stephanieceron491]

Can you send me info on your podcasts?? Also thank you so much for your videos! this really helps!

[@PierrePacini]

Definitely. Once I make the live link I’ll post it here for you. I’ll also post it on TikTok and Instagram.

[@PierrePacini]

We are going live soon - riverside.fm/studio/medical-sales-unfiltered

[@joseotero2555]

Good video! Thank you for the information. I noticed that your points can also be use for other interviews and life in general. I apply for a associate production 1 position. I know you did sales but if you have any advice tHat would increase my chances of getting hired I would appreciate it.

[@PierrePacini]

Yeah a lot of my advice can be used as a generality. Make sure to put in the most effort possible when interviewing and prepping. That is your “job” when looking. What they are trying to do is determine your work ethic. They can reach you everything else, but they can’t make you want to go to work. Show you have high work ethic.

[@joseotero2555]

Lol. NAAA that's after taxes. Lol.

[@joseotero2555]

Excellent point! thank you.

[@robertjohnson6960]

Pierre this is a great video! Hoping to join Stryker soon!!

[@PierrePacini]

Thanks for the support! Good luck! Lmk when you get in.

[@robertjohnson6960]

Im on to the Gallop! Gonna call and schedule it tomorrow, wish me luck!

[@PierrePacini]

@@robertjohnson6960 you got this. My book has a majority of the questions, but if you’re taking it tomorrow I wouldn’t cram.

[@alinaqi6926]

​@@PierrePacinithanks alot for such a great informative video. Can you share link of those questions for skryker interview. I'll be having my first round soon with HR.

[@TheCmc22]

Have cte from playing football or be a hot female and you’re in

[@PierrePacini]

Damn that hit on another level haha

[@skibbydweez2647]

7-8 unpaid interviews 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@PierrePacini]

I’ve only been paid for a handful of interviews, but exactly… 7-8 days you gotta work this into your schedule. Just unreal.

[@emerytrautner651]

Hi Pierre! I had my fourth interview today and now they want to move me to the next step- studying the “Gamma 3” for a presentation/role play. They are allowing me to pick up the product itself and study it over the weekend. Any advice for understanding more information about it?

[@PierrePacini]

Hi Emery, apologies for delay in response. If you haven’t had the interview yet hmu on insta and send me a DM.

[@emerytrautner651]

@@PierrePacini No worries! I finished the interview this morning- I was able to talk to a few reps before hand and went through the presentation without any hiccups. Still not sure how I am feeling about the work life balance. I am applying for a trauma sales associate position but am struggling with hearing the amount of hours I’ll be working from current trauma reps. Just watched your video about quitting Stryker hahaha. Thank you!

[@vincentkingsdale8334]

Do it for 2 years (if you got the job)....if you do well you can always apply to another role with less demand, and always have trauma sales in your resume

[@josephrandazzo8383]

Pierre, do you recommend messaging on LinkedIn or should I try and find their phone number when reaching out?

[@PierrePacini]

Getting a number is really tough. I’d always give LinkedIn a chance, but then reach out to their direct reports/colleagues and see if you can get an introduction from them. Look at every angle.