The Global MSL survey has been similar in responses for the US as well with an approximate total of 90% yes and 11% no regarding timely, transparent and clear information being communicated about the impact of COVID-19 on the company. Many of my colleagues have the same response, and I think our industry and our company have done a tremendous job in being transparent, … [Read more...]
As a result of COVID-19, are you worried about your job security?
The survey has shown a bit of anxiety on our job security. Like other industries, laying off people has been the norm due to the pandemic. Many are worried about losing their jobs. Globally, 46% of all MSLs surveyed are concerned about job security, 37% are not and 16% are not sure. Whereas, about 50% of MSL managers were not worried at all. It is human nature to feel the … [Read more...]
As a result of COVID-19, and the need for virtual engagements with a KOL, are there additional training topics that would be beneficial?
The primary purpose of the MSL Activities During the COVID-19 Pandemic global survey was to gain insights into how the current pandemic is impacting the activities of Medical Science Liaisons globally including working virtually and engaging with KOLs. One of the benefits from the results is to not only understand how other companies and MSL teams are dealing with the pandemic, … [Read more...]
What tactics have worked for you to obtain virtual engagements with a KOL or other healthcare providers?
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, MSLs are embracing virtual technology to keep in touch with their KOLs. This article will review the tactics MSLs reported using to successfully obtain virtual engagements. At the time of the survey, many MSLs were converting planned face to face interactions to virtual meetings. However, MSLs were finding it more difficult to set up … [Read more...]
As a result of COVID 19 are you getting less time on average during a virtual KOL engagement versus your typical in person meetings?
The answer to this question depends on what type of in person meeting I had planned. For instance, when I am seeing a KOL during the middle of a busy clinic day I am likely to get less time together – maybe 15-20 minutes! If I had a dinner meeting planned, in all likelihood I would have met for at least 2-3 hours! The survey results indicate that 46% are having meetings … [Read more...]
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