ICC 3-11, Episode #11, Patty Billingsley, VP Sales, Pharmaceutical Company

Patty Billingsley has over 24 years in the pharmaceutical industry.  She started initially as a sales representative and worked her way up to her current role of VP of Sales for a Pharmaceutical company.  

She is an accomplished leader in fast-paced start-up environments. Patty is highly capable in building-out commercial teams and processes to launch new therapies.  

Her primary role has been in sales, while taking on rotational assignments in other areas and she’s contributed to 15 product launches over her career.

Podcast Highlights

00.02  -  Introduction
02.22  -  Career Overview

04.20  -  How she landed in pharmaceutical sales
07.51  -  The qualities, skills & experience needed for a career in sales

10.33  -   Roadblocks to success
12.22  -   Hiring.  What she looks for in candidate interviews & experience

13.46  -   Career growth opportunities for salespeople
15.36  -    The way the Pandemic changed how business is done

17.36  -    How to learn more about a career in sales
18.59  -    Networking - how to make it work for you

23.20  -   Belief in your product
23.48  -   Tips - what to look for before accepting a position