- Do not panic. You will find a job.
- Start your job search immediately. Finding a new position may take awhile which will give you time to regroup and regain confidence. If you find a job immediately, most companies are comfortable with a two week period between the time they make a formal offer and when you can start. Make sure to take care of yourself during this stressful time. Laugh as much as you can. Go to the gym. Go for a walk. Take 30 minutes each day to do something that makes you feel good about yourself.
- Go on all interviews. Even if you don’t think a position is a good fit, you may be pleasantly surprised that the actual job is better than the written description.
- Join business groups in your field. Some meet monthly in person, others are online. Network!
- Post your resume on job recruiting sites. You can also set up search agents. Many of recruiting sites will automatically send you opportunities that fit your skill set.
- Ask for references and referrals from previous employers. Network!
- Ask for help from recruiters. Most recruiters and agencies are paid by the hiring company; therefore their service is free to you. Not only can recruiters find you jobs, they are a wonderful resource when it comes to updating your resume.
- Get good at social networking. Set up profiles on sites such as LinkedIn and Facebook. Note: Keep it professional. These profiles will be viewed by perspective employers. Post a photo of yourself. Social networking makes you three dimensional and not just skills on a resume. Network, Network, Network!
- Always do your homework before you go on an interview. Learn everything you can about the company you are potentially going to work for.
- Wear the right thing. Unless specifically told otherwise, go to your interview with formal business attire and make sure that YOU are comfortable dressed that way.
Thursday, January 15, 2009
10 things to do if you find yourself out of work unexpectedly
The Federal Sunshine Act for Pharmaceutical Companies
The new Federal Sunshine Act requires manufacturers of pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and biologics to disclose gifts, honoraria, travel and other types of payments provided to physicians. Currently, there are six states that require this type of spend activity to be reported to the states. These state based activities will continue in addition to the Sunshine Act.
In its current form, the Sunshine Act would cover both medical device and pharmaceutical companies and includes penalties for non-compliance that would be higher than current state penalties.
The Sunshine Act differentiates itself from current state laws by including penalties that can quickly add up to substantial payments because the penalties are based on the failure to report each payment to the Federal Government.
The Sunshine Act will go into effect within the next few months and it will require medical device and pharmaceutical companies to begin reporting spend activity, as stated above, for activity incurred beginning in 2010. This will require companies to have the ability to collect spend activity beginning January 1, 2010 and begin reporting on this data in 2011.
It is critical that companies begin gathering requirements and developing systems to comply with the new Sunshine Act.
MGD Services has been working with legislative reporting for the past two years and has a skilled staff to work on delivering systems that will comply with the regulations outlined in the Sunshine Act.
In its current form, the Sunshine Act would cover both medical device and pharmaceutical companies and includes penalties for non-compliance that would be higher than current state penalties.
The Sunshine Act differentiates itself from current state laws by including penalties that can quickly add up to substantial payments because the penalties are based on the failure to report each payment to the Federal Government.
The Sunshine Act will go into effect within the next few months and it will require medical device and pharmaceutical companies to begin reporting spend activity, as stated above, for activity incurred beginning in 2010. This will require companies to have the ability to collect spend activity beginning January 1, 2010 and begin reporting on this data in 2011.
It is critical that companies begin gathering requirements and developing systems to comply with the new Sunshine Act.
MGD Services has been working with legislative reporting for the past two years and has a skilled staff to work on delivering systems that will comply with the regulations outlined in the Sunshine Act.
Mark Gunn has 25 years experience in the Quality Assurance and FDA validation fields. If you have any questions about these topics, please email Mark at Mark@mgdservices.com
Why Not Consider Participating in a Clinical Trial?
Participating in Clinical Trials allows you help provide invaluable data for investigators to determine the success or extent of the success of their drugs, cosmetics or medical devices.
What are Clinical Trials?
In health care, clinical trials are conducted to determine if a drug or device is effective. These trials use scientific method to collect information on the quality and effectiveness of the product. Investigators identify the characteristics of the patients needed for the study and a focus group is identified.
During the study, one group may be provided with the baseline product to be tested while others in the group may be provided another product, another dosage or a placebo.
Researchers then measure the effect for each participant.
Who administers the Clinical Trial?
Before starting in a clinical trial all participants are informed about the trial. This is called Informed Consent. A doctor or nurse informs participates about:
Who Can Participate in a Clinical Trial?
Anyone can apply to participate in a clinical trial. Most trials, based on the product being tested, may require specific characteristics of participants in order to be eligible for a particular study.
What Clinical Trials are going on now?
GD Consulting Services is a Clinical Services Organization (CSO) serving academia and corporate clinical trial needs. If you want more information about Clinical Trials in the Greater Philadelphia area, please contact MGD Consulting or visit www.mgdconsulting.net for more information.
Why should you consider participating in a Clinical Trial?
Not only are you able to supplement your income by participating in clinical trials, but you are may also be participating in life saving testing that can open the door to new and innovate drugs and products. No matter what your motivation, Clinical Trials are an important part of today’s ever changing technology.
What are Clinical Trials?
In health care, clinical trials are conducted to determine if a drug or device is effective. These trials use scientific method to collect information on the quality and effectiveness of the product. Investigators identify the characteristics of the patients needed for the study and a focus group is identified.
During the study, one group may be provided with the baseline product to be tested while others in the group may be provided another product, another dosage or a placebo.
Researchers then measure the effect for each participant.
Who administers the Clinical Trial?
Before starting in a clinical trial all participants are informed about the trial. This is called Informed Consent. A doctor or nurse informs participates about:
- Purpose
- Duration
- Required procedures
- Risks
- Potential benefits
- Key contacts
Who Can Participate in a Clinical Trial?
Anyone can apply to participate in a clinical trial. Most trials, based on the product being tested, may require specific characteristics of participants in order to be eligible for a particular study.
What Clinical Trials are going on now?
GD Consulting Services is a Clinical Services Organization (CSO) serving academia and corporate clinical trial needs. If you want more information about Clinical Trials in the Greater Philadelphia area, please contact MGD Consulting or visit www.mgdconsulting.net for more information.
Why should you consider participating in a Clinical Trial?
Not only are you able to supplement your income by participating in clinical trials, but you are may also be participating in life saving testing that can open the door to new and innovate drugs and products. No matter what your motivation, Clinical Trials are an important part of today’s ever changing technology.
Donna Roberts works and writes for MGD Services, Inc. and MGD Consulting.
In the Green
Standby energy, also known as “energy vampire” or “leaking electricity,” is the electricity used by household appliances and other equipment that is being used when these items are off and/or not being used to perform there primary function. This energy makes up anywhere between 5-10% of a normal household electricity bill and while that’s not a high percentage, this number is thought to be growing as we rely more and more on electrically powered items.
Here are some tips for making a change in your standby energy use:
If you aren't frequently using a device, unplug it. (This works fine for the 6th TV in the guest bedroom or the VCR.) Warning, don't frequently unplug and plug in appliances because you could get electrocuted from frayed wires and plugs.
Use a switchable power strip for clusters of computer or video products. That way you can switch everything to zero with one action.
When shopping, search for low standby products. (Asking a salesperson will probably be a waste of time.) ENERGY STAR products have lower standby.
Buy a low-cost watt-meter, measure the devices in your home and take targeted action. You will certainly be surprised at what you discover and this exercise might even pay back the cost of the meter in savings. A list of watt-meters is here.
As our use of technology grows it is important to be aware of the effects of our reliance on it and how that is growing as well. It is up to individuals to take care and to take responsibility for our use of energy and one small way in doing this is to make that small effort to just unplug and stop “leaking energy.”
Here are some tips for making a change in your standby energy use:
If you aren't frequently using a device, unplug it. (This works fine for the 6th TV in the guest bedroom or the VCR.) Warning, don't frequently unplug and plug in appliances because you could get electrocuted from frayed wires and plugs.
Use a switchable power strip for clusters of computer or video products. That way you can switch everything to zero with one action.
When shopping, search for low standby products. (Asking a salesperson will probably be a waste of time.) ENERGY STAR products have lower standby.
Buy a low-cost watt-meter, measure the devices in your home and take targeted action. You will certainly be surprised at what you discover and this exercise might even pay back the cost of the meter in savings. A list of watt-meters is here.
As our use of technology grows it is important to be aware of the effects of our reliance on it and how that is growing as well. It is up to individuals to take care and to take responsibility for our use of energy and one small way in doing this is to make that small effort to just unplug and stop “leaking energy.”
Courtney Utman is the Administrative Assistant at MGD Services and can be reached at cutman@mgdservices.com
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