Networking

The Cardinal Rules of Finding a Mentor: Part One
460246024602Finding a MentorIsn’t There an App for This?! Finding a Mentor in the Time of Tinder From our first hand held on the playground and our braces-clanking first kiss, all the way to that potential walk down the aisle. Every tear-filled break-up, steamy night, or dating mishap in between. We spend an incredible amount of time finding that perfect mate. We embrace the struggles of dating and let’s face it, they b …
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‘Tis the Season’ for Networking
694694694networkingWhether you’re attending workplace parties or family gatherings amongst colleagues, peers, or friends, the holiday season is invariably primed for social interaction. This same social interaction provides opportunities for personal and professional networking. Now let’s be clear, I’m not suggesting that your dermatology future hinges on a chat with your Uncle Fred over egg nog! However, the …
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Developing Constructive Relationships with Industry
606606606relationship with industryUnfortunately for many residency graduates, many of the decisions regarding interactions with pharmaceutical and medical device sales forces have been put into policies. These are often parallel to the strictest of parents attempting to shelter their children from what is socially perceived as “evil” or “influential” which in many instances has led to the development of very poor relations …
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The Importance of Networking in Dermatology
613613613networkingSo, you have made it. No longer a resident, you are now a rising star in one of the best fields of medicine. You are an overachiever and tireless perfectionist. But, you realize that now you have become a small fish in the big pond. What are some tactics that will help you become a big fish? Network… It’s vital to be self-determined, proactive and resourceful when networking. Unlike busines …
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Women’s Dermatologic Society WDS
135213521352WDS WomensDermatologicSocietyLearn how the Women’s Dermatologic Society WDS can bring you networking opportunities, access to grant programs and lead you to great mentors. Explain briefly what the WDS does. The Women’s Dermatologic Society cultivates personal and professional development of dermatologists, with a focus on mentorship, volunteerism, and leadership. WDS offers a number of awards programs and volunteer op …
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