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New to Medical Device Sales

Looking to break into medical device sales? I share my experiences of breaking into the industry and what it’s like during the process and as a rep
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3 Job Offers in 24 Hours Using This Interview Strategy

Do you want to get into Medical Device Sales?? If so → https://www.newtomedicaldevicesales.com/podcast The exact strategy I used to get three job offers in just 24 hours. Including how to communicate with hiring managers, leverage multiple interviews, and negotiate like a pro. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who wants to stand out, speed up the hiring process, and land top medical device sales offers....

Aug 15, 202513 min

Easy LinkedIn Steps to Get Hired in Medical Device Sales!

Do you want to get into Medical Device Sales?? If so → https://www.newtomedicaldevicesales.com/podcast Most people are using LinkedIn the wrong way and it’s costing them interviews. 5 simple strategies that will help you actually land phone calls, build real connections, and get your foot in the door in medical device sales. Whether you're sending cold messages or hopping on unexpected phone calls, these tips will change your approach and improve your results. 00:00 - Start 01:21 - TIP 1 - Findi...

Aug 08, 202517 min

She Thought She Needed a Degree Until This Happened

Want To Learn How To Grow Your Territory?? If so → https://www.newtomedicaldevicesales.com/podcast Ashley Rohrback, a previous personal trainer, didn’t just land a job in medical device sales, she carved her path through determination, strategy, and a mindset most people overlook. She talks through the exact steps she took to break into the industry, how she prepared for interviews, and what she wishes more candidates knew before applying. Whether you're doubting yourself or just looking for a p...

Aug 01, 202535 min

From Burned-Out Nurse to 6-Figure Med Device Rep

Do you want to get into Medical Device Sales?? If so → https://www.newtomedicaldevicesales.com/podcast Robert Lazar went from burned-out nurse to breaking into medical device sales and landing a six-figure role by betting on himself. In this episode, Jacob digs into how Robert overcame fear, rejection, and self-doubt to pivot careers at 27. If you're in healthcare and feel stuck, Robert’s story is living proof that it’s not too late to pivot and win. Key Takeaways Don’t let your clinical backgro...

Jul 25, 202522 min

What I Wish I Knew Before Starting In Medical Device Sales!

Want To Learn How To Grow Your Territory?? If so → https://www.newtomedicaldevicesales.com/podcast Kendy Elmore is the founder of The Lobby Medical Sales Network, a nationwide online community that connects reps through networking, mentorship, and career growth opportunities. He talks about building community, staying consistent when no one’s watching, and why the relationships you build today might unlock doors years down the line. If you’re thinking long game in this industry, Kendy’s story wi...

Jul 18, 202537 min

What Top Candidates Do That You’re NOT Doing in Interviews

Do you want to get into Medical Device Sales?? If so → https://www.newtomedicaldevicesales.com/podcast If you’ve made it to the final rounds of medical device sales interviews but keep falling short, this episode is for you. The three biggest mistakes that are quietly costing candidates the job, even those who look great on paper. From the way you show up to how you handle pushback, these are the things hiring managers notice but never tell you. Key Takeaways: Know the company before the intervi...

Jul 11, 202521 min

I Left a Comfortable 9–5 For Something More Meaningful

Do you want to get into Medical Device Sales?? If so → https://www.newtomedicaldevicesales.com/podcast He had zero sales or clinical experience, but in just 6 weeks, Jack Pirozzi went from unfulfilled in commercial real estate to landing a role at one of the biggest medical device companies in the country. He talks about how he made the leap, what mindset shifts made the biggest difference, and why purpose, not paychecks, is what drives lasting success. This episode is for the person that is uns...

Jul 04, 202529 min

Why I Left the U.S. for Medical Device Sales in London

Want To Learn How To Grow Your Territory?? If so → https://www.newtomedicaldevicesales.com/podcast She broke into medical device sales, moved across the world, and now she’s navigating the UK healthcare system. Rachel Littleton shares what it’s like selling medical devices in London as an American, the steep learning curves she faced, and what no one tells you about the first year in the industry. This is for the person curious about what it takes to leap into a new career and a new country. Key...

Jun 27, 202535 min

Left Nursing at 25 for Medical Device Sales!

Want To Learn How To Grow Your Territory?? If so → https://www.newtomedicaldevicesales.com/podcast Jacob talks with Charles Studer, a former nurse who transitioned into medical device sales with one of the largest med device companies in the world. They discuss going from nursing to sales, overcoming fear of change, finding fulfillment outside of traditional healthcare roles, why nurses make great clinical specialists, relocating for career goals, choosing the right med device path based on pers...

Jun 20, 202525 min

5 Mistakes That Block Medical Device Sales Success

Do you want to get into Medical Device Sales?? If so → https://www.newtomedicaldevicesales.com/podcast Mindset Course: https://jacob-mclaughlin.mykajabi.com/offers/JbXC3NYf/checkout Mindset as the biggest success factor, overcoming negative self-talk, dealing with haters and rejection, fake timelines and unnecessary pressure, the reality of breaking into the industry, how to handle anxiety during the process, importance of internal language and beliefs, building resilience, defining what success...

Jun 13, 202514 min

Why Age Doesn’t Matter in Medical Sales

Do you want to get into Medical Device Sales?? If so → https://www.newtomedicaldevicesales.com/podcast Jacob interviews Shannon Holly, who transitioned into medical device sales at 48 years old after a 28-year career as a syndicated morning radio host. They discuss breaking into the industry later in life, the emotional process of career change, reinventing yourself with confidence, overcoming judgment and fear, training and adapting in your first six months, what it’s like working in the OR, th...

Jun 06, 202537 min

Why People FAIL to Break Into Medical Device Sales (How to Avoid It)

Want To Learn How To Grow Your Territory?? If so → https://www.newtomedicaldevicesales.com/podcast If you think just applying is enough, it isn’t. Everyone wants the six-figure med device job, but most people have no idea what it actually takes to get there. Learn the hard truths about breaking into the industry. Why most candidates fail, what top companies are really looking for, and how to become the kind of person they feel lucky to hire. Key Takeaways Understand that medical device sales isn...

May 30, 202511 min

From Entry-Level to Regional Manager: The Med Device Growth Story You Need to Hear

Do you want to get into Medical Device Sales?? If so → https://www.newtomedicaldevicesales.com/podcast Jacob is joined again by Seth Colletti, who started in boat sales, broke into medical device sales after college, and became a regional sales manager in under five years. They talk about climbing from associate rep to manager, working for two of the largest med device companies, how to survive the first year of sales, training at big companies versus the grind of a startup, how to handle OR cha...

May 23, 202546 min

What You ACTUALLY Need to Break Into Med Device Sales (Not What They Say)

Do you want to get into Medical Device Sales?? If so → https://www.newtomedicaldevicesales.com/podcast Jacob interviews Patrick Furbay, a 22-year-old who broke into medical device sales while still in college. They discuss how Patrick secured two offers from top medical device companies, the importance of getting sales experience in college, overcoming age-related bias in hiring, being proactive and coachable in the job search, how to network with purpose, what not to do in cold outreach, how to...

May 16, 202527 min

How Roxy Transformed Her Life With One Career Shift

Do you want to get into Medical Device Sales?? If so → https://www.newtomedicaldevicesales.com/podcast From filing for bankruptcy to working with the top medical device companies, Roxy Tirado shares her full journey. Topics include grit and perseverance, what it’s really like being a female in medical device sales, landing multiple job offers in six weeks, surviving and thriving at Medtronic and Intuitive, the pressure of big-name companies, building confidence, preparing like a pro, investing i...

May 09, 20251 hr 9 min

What To Have On Your Resume In Medical Device Sales

Do you want to get into Medical Device Sales?? If so → https://www.newtomedicaldevicesales.com/podcast Why your resume isn't the make-or-break factor in landing a job, common mistakes people make with resumes, why relationships matter more than the perfect resume, how to show growth and numbers on your resume even if you're not in sales, creative ways nurses and clinical specialists can showcase their skills, how to avoid overloading your resume with too much information, why clarity and simplic...

May 02, 202511 min

How RepPrep.ai Is Impacting Medical Device Sales

Do you want to get into Medical Device Sales?? If so → https://www.newtomedicaldevicesales.com Veteran-turned-medical device rep Edward Dix joins the show to share his story of breaking into orthopedics, transitioning to diagnostics, and launching RepPrep.ai . An AI-powered pre-call tool for sales reps. Topics include military-to-sales transitions, trauma and ortho grind, rep relocation, growing territories, how diagnostics differ from ortho, how RepPrep works, real-life impact on patients, and ...

Apr 25, 202559 min

11 Years In Banking To Medical Device Sales

Want To Learn How To Grow Your Territory?? If so → https://www.newtomedicaldevicesales.com/podcast Breaking into medical device sales, networking for success, finding mentorship, investing in yourself, handling career transitions, balancing work and family, the power of perseverance, personal growth, and lessons from sports and life experiences. Key Takeaways 1️⃣ Invest in Yourself – If you’re serious about breaking into medical device sales, be willing to invest time and resources into learning...

Apr 18, 202548 min

Advice To Sales People Wanting To Work Into Medical Device Sales

Do you want to get into Medical Device Sales?? If so → https://www.newtomedicaldevicesales.com Breaking into medical device sales with a sales background, the truth about B2B experience, understanding the hiring process, making your resume stand out, interview challenges and how to overcome them, learning to sell to surgeons, why confidence alone isn’t enough, how to position yourself against the competition, and strategies to speed up the hiring process. Key Takeaways: 1️⃣ If you have sales exp...

Apr 11, 202522 min

8 months From Associate To Full Line Rep In Medical Device Sales

Do you want to get into Medical Device Sales?? If so → https://www.newtomedicaldevicesales.com From breaking into medical device sales in under three weeks, getting three job offers, jumping from associate to full-line rep in just eight months, learning from trial by fire, dealing with challenging surgeons, building trust through repetition, mastering case prep, learning how to sell without overselling, understanding relationship-building inside the OR, and sharing what it's really like to grow ...

Apr 04, 202543 min

Planning For Your Territory In Medical Device Sales [ft. Jason Elmore]

Do you want to get into Medical Device Sales?? If so → https://www.newtomedicaldevicesales.com Territory planning, segmenting call points, gap analysis, setting boundaries in sales, working smarter not harder, maintaining work-life balance, time management strategies, challenges with different med device company structures, and how to stay intentional as your career grows. Key Takeaways: 1️⃣ Know your plan before your feet hit the ground — Don’t just show up and hope. Create a clear territory pl...

Mar 28, 202539 min

Travel Nurse | Army Veteran Breaks Into Medical Device Sales

Do you want to get into Medical Device Sales?? If so → https://www.newtomedicaldevicesales.com Transitioning from military to nursing, challenges of working in the ER, why travel nursing can be beneficial, how medical device sales impacts healthcare professionals, overcoming rejection in the job application process, why networking is key to breaking into medical device sales, how proper mentorship accelerates career success, skills from nursing that translate into sales, the mindset shift requir...

Mar 21, 202548 min

Nurses & Clinicals | How To Stand Out In Medical Device Sales

Do you want to get into Medical Device Sales?? If so → https://www.newtomedicaldevicesales.com Breaking into medical device sales as a nurse, PT, OT, or clinical professional, handling objections, the competitive interview process, networking strategies, translating clinical experience into sales skills, common mistakes applicants make, mindset shifts for success, and how to stand out in the hiring process. 1. Leverage Your Clinical Background – Your experience as a nurse or clinician gives you ...

Mar 14, 202525 min

Physical Therapist To Medical Device Sales

Do you want to get into Medical Device Sales?? If so → https://www.newtomedicaldevicesales.com Steve is a graduate of the program. Being five years as a physical therapist, he saw there was no opportunity to grow, but found his opportunity within medical device sales. Breaking into medical device sales, navigating industry challenges, standing out in interviews, effective networking strategies, understanding sales success, mentorship, and career growth. Key Takeaways 1️⃣ You don’t need a perfect...

Mar 07, 202558 min

How We Helped Over 2100 People Break Into Medical Device Sales

Do you want to get into Medical Device Sales?? If so → https://www.newtomedicaldevicesales.com Breaking into medical device sales, the mindset needed for success, how to leverage multiple job offers, networking strategies, how to follow up effectively, common mistakes people make, understanding different medical sales divisions, and why thinking bigger is key. Key Takeaways: 1️⃣ Define your goal—medical device sales is broad, so be clear on where you want to go. 2️⃣ Look at what you’ve been doin...

Feb 28, 202535 min

Breaking Into Medical Device Sales At 24 With No Experience

Do you want to get into Medical Device Sales?? If so → https://www.newtomedicaldevicesales.com If you’re new to my channel, my name is Jacob McLaughlin. I’m the founder of New to Medical Device Sales, an exclusive training program designed to help people break into the competitive field of medical device sales. Our average person lands a six-figure role in just 8.5 weeks, earning $105,502 annually. With thousands of success stories from candidates with all kinds of backgrounds, our program equip...

Feb 21, 20251 hr 20 min

10 Mistakes To Avoid When Breaking Into Medical Device Sales

Do you want to get into Medical Device Sales?? If so → https://www.newtomedicaldevicesales.com If you’re new to my channel, my name is Jacob McLaughlin. I’m the founder of New to Medical Device Sales, an exclusive training program designed to help people break into the competitive field of medical device sales. Our average person lands a six-figure role in just 8.5 weeks, earning $105,502 annually. With thousands of success stories from candidates with all kinds of backgrounds, our program equip...

Feb 14, 202530 min

$105K In Medical Device Sales While Still In Nursing School

Do you want to get into Medical Device Sales?? If so → https://www.newtomedicaldevicesales.com If you’re new to my channel, my name is Jacob McLaughlin. I’m the founder of New to Medical Device Sales, an exclusive training program designed to help people break into the competitive field of medical device sales. Our average person lands a six-figure role in just 8.5 weeks, earning $105,502 annually. With thousands of success stories from candidates with all kinds of backgrounds, our program equip...

Feb 07, 20251 hr 2 min

If You're Scared To Pursue Medical Device Sales, Watch This

Do you want to get into Medical Device Sales?? If so → https://www.newtomedicaldevicesales.com If you’re new to my channel, my name is Jacob McLaughlin. I’m the founder of New to Medical Device Sales, an exclusive training program designed to help people break into the competitive field of medical device sales. Our average person lands a six-figure role in just 8.5 weeks, earning $105,502 annually. With thousands of success stories from candidates with all kinds of backgrounds, our program equip...

Jan 31, 20259 min

From Occupational Therapist To Six Figures In Medical Device Sales

Do you want to get into Medical Device Sales?? If so → https://www.newtomedicaldevicesales.com If you’re new to my channel, my name is Jacob McLaughlin. I’m the founder of New to Medical Device Sales, an exclusive training program designed to help people break into the competitive field of medical device sales. Our average person lands a six-figure role in just 8.5 weeks, earning $105,502 annually. With thousands of success stories from candidates with all kinds of backgrounds, our program equip...

Jan 24, 202549 min
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