So, You Wanna Get Off the Pharm...

Are you crazy?!?  You want to get out of pharmaceutical sales…the best job on earth.  Are you actually willing to leave behind a six-figure income, company car, awesome health benefits, laptop, cell phone, flexibility and autonomy…and the list goes on?  It is often referred to as the "golden handcuffs".  What about all the preparation and hard work required to break into the industry?  Think about your family (if you have one).  Will you ever be able to replace your income?  Think about all the people waiting in line to take your job if you leave it.  Or maybe the decision has already been made for you through a company-wie layoff or "restructuring".  Regardless of your circumstance, if you want to get out of pharmaceutical sales there are many things to consider.  First, you need to know why you want to get out of pharmaceutical sales.  Second, you need to assess what else you want to do (i.e. change careers, become an entrepreneur, become a stay-at-home parent, etc.).  Third, you need to develop a plan to achieve your goals.  Finally, you need to work your plan.  No matter where you are in the process of 'getting off the pharm' we are here to help.