Pharmaverse Podcast

Episode 10: Pursing Dreams with Michael Cox

Michael Pietrack Season 1 Episode 10

Welcome to episode 10 of the Pharmaverse! We are thrilled to bring you Michael Cox, a leader in the pharmaceutical industry, who shares his journey and insights in this conversation. Learn about his transition from clinical operations to medical communications and the risks he took to pursue his dreams. He also talks about his experience leading teams in the U.S. and Europe and the challenges of working in the pediatric space. Throughout the conversation, Cox emphasizes the importance of having a dream, empowering others, and leaving the world a better place. Tune in for this great episode!


 Key Takeaways: 🔑 

📈Take risks and pursue your dreams, even if it means pivoting your career. 

💟Empower and hire people who are smarter than you. 

☝Be a servant leader and show empathy towards your team. 🌍Leave the world a better place than you found it. 


 Chapters 📚 

00:00 Introduction of Michael Cox 

03:16 Pivoting from Clinical Operations to Medical Communications 

05:39 Taking a Risk and Moving Overseas 

08:35 Leading Teams in the U.S. vs. Europe 

11:39 Leading an International Team 

13:47 Taking a Risk and Joining Loxo Oncology 

16:54 Moving to a Startup Setting 

19:40 Joining Day One Biopharmaceuticals 

23:37 Challenges in the Pediatric Space 

29:40 Advice for Career Growth and Leadership



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