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Things That Require Zero Talent!

Things to keep in mind:

GET COMFORTABLE BEING UNCOMFORTABLE-If you want to grow, you need to take on challenges outside of your comfort zone. If you find yourself very uncomfortable networking/talking to strangers...then you need to step up your game...push yourself!

(Growing up you heard parents tell their kids: "Don't talk to strangers") This may still be true today, but when it comes to networking...NO ONE GETS ANYWHERE ALONE! SO THINK ABOUT THAT FOR A MINUTE.

If you connect with a connection on LinkedIn...take the high road and respond to his/her In-Mails. If you can't take (60) seconds to acknowledge an e-mail...then GET OFF LINKEDIN!
Being on time.
NETWORK, NETWORK, NETWORK...Always look to build real relationships with smart, innovative, vibrant, bright people.
Minimize negative comments/Don't backstab anyone!
Making an effort/always be prepared to talk about the value you bring to the table.
Over prepare...know your wheel house well.
Know your worth, but understand that you are not entitled to anything.
Power of persuasion "Win Your Case"
Be a team player.
Lead change..agent of change/be accountable.
Be organized and responsible.
Having a positive attitude.
Be high energy and over perform.
Being passionate.
Stand up for yourself when you want a raise or promotion.
Be a leader and a driver.
Say yes...do so by eagerly accepting any assignments.
Avoid the drama...try to stay clear of any nonsense & stupidity.
Be proactive...and keep your excuses to yourself.
Take constructive feedback and learn from it.
Speak up...do not be silent...be professional but use your voice.
Using good body language.
Doing a little extra.
Being prepared.
Having a strong work ethic.
Be on time getting back to peoples request/If you owe them something...be FAST and QUICK...and don't blow them off.
Don't assume you are the smartest person in the room...
Don't play and use people...this is a good way to get burned!
Don't connect with people...only to reach out to them...when you need them! This is at best...VERY weak. Stay in touch with your network always.
It is a small world...treat your network with great respect!

About Me

The power of connecting and networking is huge. Having a well-established network has become an important part of our lives. It's often said that networking is where the conversation begins, not where it ends!

How can I help you?

Networking leads to lifelong friendships- Keeping to yourself and not mustering up the courage to utter that "hello" can lead to dire consequences such as missing out on a business opportunity or a friendship...or a job opportunity of a lifetime. Go ahead and give that "hello" a shot and see for yourself!

Pay it forward- Look for opportunities to provide value to those in your network. The value you provide isn't limited to the workplace; this could be anything from a restaurant recommendation, to an introduction to someone in your network. Sometimes the best way to network is the small talk...NOT serious talk...amazing how far informal chatting can take you.

And remember this-(No one makes it anywhere alone!)

Doug Clark spent his career working in the biotechnology industry for some of the largest Fortune 500 companies on the planet.

His passion is: Being part of cutting edge innovation that you've never done before! Also, Paying it forward and giving back:
Helping others reach goals...and always helping others with networking and building relationships...by networking.

Feel free to reach out to me...I am happy to help you out any way that I can!

A bit more about me and my experience-(Tell me about you!)

In the biotechnology industry I am responsible for the daily execution of the quality system, including timely management of the CAPA, complaint and non-conformance processes, product safety, quality control inspections, production lot release, non-conforming product disposition, and review of engineering change notices, document change notices, and document change requests.

Manage all day to day Quality operations, including but not limited to Compliance, to ensure departmental commitments and deliverables are fully achieved to meet company and corporate senior management objectives.

Biopharmaceutical agent of change with comprehensive experience in successfully leading cGMP biopharmaceutical manufacturing/quality efforts. Contract manufacturing oversight experience. successfully delivering on FDA approved contract manufacturing/medical devices, and new plant startup.

§ Ability to impact sales through coaching, and influencing others to accomplish desired outcomes.

Expertise

§ Business growth/P&L/Plant management.

§ Operational excellence/Customer satisfaction

§ Continuous professional development

§ Performance management/Financial control

§ Recruitment/staff training

§ Performance KPIs

§ Quality management/Bioreactor experience

§ Multi-million dollar Capital projects

§ New cGMP plant startup/cGMP manufacturing

§ FDA/ISO regulations/Clean room experience

§ Root cause analysis/Product improvement

§ Selection of testing labs

Education/Licenses & Certifications

B.S., Business Administration/Human Resources

Indiana Institute of Technology, Fort Wayne, Indiana

§ Six Sigma Green Belt

Villanova University

AQS Solutions, ISO 9001:2015/ISO 14001:2015 Integrated Auditor Training.

§ CMMS Blue Mountain Regulatory Asset Manager (BMRAM)

Blue Mountain

§ Operation of the KAYE Validator 2000

GE KAYE

§ The Microbiology and Engineering of Sterilization Processes

University of Minnesota- Dr. Irving J. Pflug

§ Biotechnology Batch Culture of Recombinant tPA Secreting CHO Cells

New Hampshire Biotechnology Center

§ Biotechnology Cell Culture

New Hampshire Biotechnology Center

§ CBER cGMP

University of Rhode Island

§ cGMP By The Sea

University of Rhode Island, College of Pharmacy

PAY-IT-FORWARD-HOW I CAN HELP YOU?

Networking...

Feel free and leverage my industry experience and deep network connections. Don't be shy!

No one makes it anywhere alone...and by being shy!

How can I help you? reach out and send me an e-mail at: Doug Clark@RCN.com

Google search: https://www.google.com/

Feel Free To Connect With Me On-Linkedin:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/bioinspection/

I can help you with:

Business/Technical Due diligence
Networking...connecting...etc.
Human Capital Expertise-Find your sweet spot...your wheelhouse. Increase career confidence, learn how to pitch yourself, spotlight your strengths, build up your connections, prepare for interviews...and help you take your current experience and take it to the next level.
Help you with- ATS-(An applicant tracking system resume) A resume that will get noticed by company applicant tracking system computers. Computers look for key words when you apply for a job. You need ATS in order to get noticed in the applicant tracking system. These words must be built into your resume!
Honest feedback- Honest feedback delivered with the intent to help someone grow is a valuable treasure...friends will not always tell you the whole story. However, a career coach will provide you with constructive feedback...that you can take to the bank!
Career Coach-I can help network you into the perfect job after college...or now. In other words I can help you define, redefine, and achieve your professional objectives and other work-related goals.
WOW: Studies have shown that up to 80% of jobs are never advertised, meaning that they are filled by networking/word-of-mouth though their employee's connections!
(ACE THE INTERVIEW) BEST JOB INTERVIEW BOOKS OF ALL TIME: https://bookauthority.org/books/best-job-interview-books
Networking is KEY! Fortune 500 (The giant leagues) Having one of the company names from a Fortune 500 list is often perceived as a great benefit to the resume. It is a clear indication that you are not only extremely potential, but you have played and worked successfully in the giant leagues!

Networking Tips:

Building your connections can provide you with invaluable opportunities to exchange information, get advice from peers, and in many cases achieve your career goals.

Don't be afraid to small talk. Small talk helps to break the ice.
Don't hide behind technology and avoid face-to-face networking.
Attend casual meet-ups with people in your field- 1:1 time is key and can go a very long way...however, please do this in a public setting...a safe setting! Safety first!!
Become a connector- You don't always have to gain something in a networking relationship. If you can introduce people who can benefit from one another, it's just as effective. You can build a stronger rapport with multiple people and it makes you very good.
Send out LinkedIn connections...get connected.
Attend industry events...and trade shows/events
Fight your fear- If you are an introvert, you may need to push yourself to be more outgoing.
Ditch the sales pitch- Networking is building relationships...one connection at a time. Just be you..