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Conversations on the Pharmaceutical Industry

Conversations on the Pharmaceutical Industry

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 In an industry as wide and varied as ours, almost everyone has a good story to tell about their career. With so many paths open to tread, no two journey’s are exactly alike, giving every professional a unique and insightful approach to challenges. With over 30 years of experience in the industry Pharmaceutical Quality expert Peter Deegan has confronted his fair share of challenges from every angle and so is fascinated by people’s different approaches. With Conversations on the Pharmaceutical Industry, Peter hears from some of the UK’s most seasoned pharmaceutical quality professionals, exploring their career trajectories, what drew them to their field, and the surprises they’ve encountered along the way. From their start in the industry to scenarios they have found most challenging, we’ll unravel the insights that shape each auditors unique perspective. Whether you’ve been in the pharmaceutical industry for years or you’re just starting out, this is sure to be an insightful look at what it takes to be successful. Subscribe now and join Peter to find out how you can make it in this important and rewarding career.Copyright 2024 All rights reserved. Biological Sciences Science
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    My QP Journey Ep6 - Carol Felgar
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    In this latest episode of My QP Journey, Carol Felgar joins host Peter Deegan to share her full journey to becoming a Qualified Person, from early doubts to eventual success.

    Along the way, Carol reflects on:

    • How the thought of the Viva almost knocked her off course
    • The critical role building a network of trusted colleagues, mentors and a support system
    • The shift in mindset from QA to QP and and how it changed everything
    • Why understanding your weaknesses is just as important as knowing your strengths
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    This episode is packed with relatable insights, encouragement and valuable takeaways for anyone on the QP path. Enjoy!
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    In this episode, Ben and Peter touch on:

    - Juggling family life with the demands of study

    - The importance of a strong network for support

    - Knowing your weaknesses and targeting these for improvement

    If you want to undertake your own journey to becoming a QP we can support you all the way. Visit https://www.rssl.com/life-science-training-consultancy/qualified-person-training-programme/ to find out how.
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    This week, Peter Deegan sits down with newly qualified QP Mike Hadebe, who shares his inspiring path from NHS pharmacist to QA specialist and ultimately to QP success.

    In this episode, Mike opens up about:

    - How he built a support network of QPs to learn from diverse experiences

    - The value his clinical background brought to the QP application process

    - Why staying sharp on regulatory changes is essential ahead of your Viva Mike’s journey is a must-listen for anyone on the QP path or for QP mentors.

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    If you'd like to follow in Mike's footsteps you can start with us by checking out our suite of QP courses here: https://www.rssl.com/life-science-training-consultancy/qualified-person-training-programme/
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