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🎙️ Secret Sauce to Break Into Medical Sales | Solo Episode with Joe Licata In this solo edition of the Rep Path Podcast, host and top medical sales coach Joe Licata reveals the exact process you need to follow to land a job in medical sales — whether you’re a new grad, career switcher, or a seasoned rep trying to bounce back.

With over 23 years in the industry and thousands of interviews behind him, Joe shares the real, unfiltered truth about what it takes to break in, get noticed, and stand out in a crowded market.

00:00 – Intro & What Today’s Episode Is About 02:10 – Why Experience Alone Isn’t Enough Anymore 04:45 – The 4 Key Pillars: Resume, Storytelling, Networking, Interview Prep 06:30 – Why “Spray and Pray” Applications Don’t Work 09:05 – Resume Optimization: First Steps & Format Mistakes 13:00 – PDF vs Word & ATS Compatibility 15:00 – Avoid These Design Mistakes That Kill Your Resume 17:20 – The 4 Resume Metrics That Matter Most 19:50 – Why Sales Results Beat Adjectives Every Time 21:45 – The Psychology of a Great Resume 24:10 – How to Write Your Job Descriptions Effectively 27:30 – What to Include in Your Professional Summary (And What to Avoid) 30:00 – How to Talk About Gaps in Your Resume 32:45 – The 1-Sentence Rule That Every Hiring Manager Loves 35:20 – Live Q&A Begins: How to Break In as a Student 39:30 – Advice for Surgical Techs & Clinical Backgrounds 44:15 – The Truth About 1099 Jobs (Pros & Cons) 49:00 – How to Get Noticed if You’re New to the Country or Industry 52:00 – Biggest Resume Mistakes Entry-Level Reps Make 56:15 – The Best Questions to Ask in Interviews 1:00:00 – How to Handle Objections & Close Strong 1:03:40 – Why a Pre-Interview Thank You Email Works 1:05:00 – Smart Networking & Where to Start 1:08:10 – Questions to Avoid in First-Round Interviews 1:10:30 – Should You Ask About Compensation? 1:12:00 – How Many Resume Versions Should You Have? 1:14:30 – What Entry-Level Candidates Must Understand About the Industry 1:17:00 – Wrap-Up, Discounts & How to Connect with Joe

• How to optimize your resume for real traction (not fluff)

• Why storytelling is your secret weapon in interviews

• What hiring managers are really looking for in new reps

• Tactical tips to master every stage of the job search process

• How to handle objections, close strong, and follow up like a pro

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