# #372: Getting Hired In MedTech

- Show: [Global Medical Device Podcast](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/global-medical-device-podcast)
- Published: 2024-06-04
- Length: 53m
- Episode: 372
- Page: https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/global-medical-device-podcast/2024-06-04-372-getting-hired-in-medtech
- Listen: https://podcast.greenlight.guru/episode/372-getting-hired-in-medtech

## Summary

Mitch Robbins, founder of the Anthony Michael Group, discusses hiring strategies in the MedTech industry, emphasizing that despite an employer-favorable market, companies must prioritize candidate experience and clear communication. He advises job seekers to demonstrate value through specific questions and the Situation-Solution-Outcome framework to gain leverage, while recommending proactive networking via LinkedIn and video introductions for those laid off. Robbins highlights the importance of 'test drives' for validation and structured 90-day onboarding to prevent early turnover.

## Chapters

- [0:00](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/global-medical-device-podcast/2024-06-04-372-getting-hired-in-medtech#t=0) Introduction: Mitch Robbins and the MedTech Hiring Landscape
- [3:29](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/global-medical-device-podcast/2024-06-04-372-getting-hired-in-medtech#t=209) Employer Market Dynamics and Candidate Experience
- [7:50](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/global-medical-device-podcast/2024-06-04-372-getting-hired-in-medtech#t=470) Performance Profiles and Employer Value Proposition
- [14:40](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/global-medical-device-podcast/2024-06-04-372-getting-hired-in-medtech#t=880) The 'Test Drive' and Validation of Candidates
- [19:13](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/global-medical-device-podcast/2024-06-04-372-getting-hired-in-medtech#t=1153) Candidate Preparation: Questions and SSO Framework
- [35:27](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/global-medical-device-podcast/2024-06-04-372-getting-hired-in-medtech#t=2127) Closing Interviews and Establishing Closure
- [41:14](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/global-medical-device-podcast/2024-06-04-372-getting-hired-in-medtech#t=2474) Proactive Onboarding and Taking Agency
- [44:00](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/global-medical-device-podcast/2024-06-04-372-getting-hired-in-medtech#t=2640) Networking Strategies for Laid-Off Professionals

## Topics

- [Hiring & workforce](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/hiring-and-workforce)
- [Leadership, teams & culture](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/leadership-and-culture)
- [Validation & product-market fit](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/validation-and-product-market-fit)

## Most relevant to

early-stage companies

## Mentioned

- Greenlight Guru (company)
- Anthony Michael Group (company)
- LinkedIn (tool)

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