Why is it that some people have to be so nasty about everything? I am not from SC, but find the post refreshing. We could all learn something from the people in SC if we would just take the time to do so. Here's to you SC!
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Thank you very much!
Best of luck and I sincerely hope everything works out for you.
Cheers to you from SC
I predict we will be left with one mgr and 8-10 reps. Bigger geographies. More driving. More time away from home/ family. A lot more work for the same pay.
A lot of great people will be looking for jobs soon.
I think this person doesn't realize that a larger territory means you work equally hard but call on more accounts that are happy to see you. It isn't harder and the job is more fulfilling. It may mean a couple of nights in a hotel or a little longer drive home, but for what a sales rep is paid it is soooooo worth it. I am not being negative. I am simply saying that a change in attitude by everybody is needed. Not just South Carolina. Every rep.
I dont think that person is being negative and I think this entire thread has been positive... A real testament to the employees in the state.
The person is just stating a simple truth.
South Carolina already has some large territories that require overnights, driving three hours to reach customers, and I'm sure that the idea of increasing the time behind the wheel is not appealing to anyone...I know it's not for me.
Now on the flip side, a job is a job and I would prefer to have one vs not have one.
Things happen for a reason and we may not always understand it at first, but things have a way of working out.
Being prepared for the most realistic situation, or exploring all reasonable possibilities seems like the best option vs being blindsided come April.
Now is the time to ask yourself what you are willing to sacrifice, or accept, regarding your career. If driving more hours, spending more nights away from home, working more independently doesn't sound appealing, you need to prepare yourself for how you will handle that option if kept on.
If let go, you need to evaluate if this is an industry you want to be a part of. Are you willing to go through the changes the industry will face over the coming years? Would more stability make you happy? Do you really love sales? Is it time for a career change?
We all are going to be faced with those options, but how we will handle them will vary greatly!
I just hope everyone is prepared to make those decisions when the time comes.
More than pay, because there is a huge discrepancy with pay, the benefits are unmatched. We were fortunate to land our jobs, but the ship is sinking. Prepare yourself financially and be ready for the worst case scenario.
Good luck to everyone!
The person is just stating a simple truth.
South Carolina already has some large territories that require overnights, driving three hours to reach customers, and I'm sure that the idea of increasing the time behind the wheel is not appealing to anyone...I know it's not for me.
Now on the flip side, a job is a job and I would prefer to have one vs not have one.
Things happen for a reason and we may not always understand it at first, but things have a way of working out.
Being prepared for the most realistic situation, or exploring all reasonable possibilities seems like the best option vs being blindsided come April.
Now is the time to ask yourself what you are willing to sacrifice, or accept, regarding your career. If driving more hours, spending more nights away from home, working more independently doesn't sound appealing, you need to prepare yourself for how you will handle that option if kept on.
If let go, you need to evaluate if this is an industry you want to be a part of. Are you willing to go through the changes the industry will face over the coming years? Would more stability make you happy? Do you really love sales? Is it time for a career change?
We all are going to be faced with those options, but how we will handle them will vary greatly!
I just hope everyone is prepared to make those decisions when the time comes.
More than pay, because there is a huge discrepancy with pay, the benefits are unmatched. We were fortunate to land our jobs, but the ship is sinking. Prepare yourself financially and be ready for the worst case scenario.
Good luck to everyone!
What a bunch of tools, no wonder pharma reps have such a bad rap. I'll out work all of you to get a new, better job.
Sure... That angry, aggressive attitude will get you far in an interview process.
Why come on to a thread that does not even apply to you just to bring others down? Why compete with those that are in the same boat as you? Why not just say good luck or best wishes?
We did not create this situation so NO REASON to act like a 6th grade bully. If you are that unhappy or angry in this industry.... DO SOMETHING ABOUT IT!
Do not be disrespectful... It will get you nowhere.... But it will lead to us thinking you are a miserable human being trying to bring everyone else down to your level.
Why are you so unhappy with the fact we are choosing to handle our fate like reasonable ADULTS. WE ARE HANDLING THIS WITH GRACE AND DIGNITY AND WE ALL SUPPORT EACH OTHER!
I'm sorry if you havent made lasting friendships with your pod, district and regional mates.... We have something good in south Carolina!
We will continue to support each other through this and will continue to demonstrate what great people we are....you are not needed in this equation.
So with that... Good luck! I hope you find what you are looking for and find something that makes you more than an angry bully.
This poor soul has a misperception about the real world. Good luck out working me. My guess is people like you are what is wrong with pharma. I work and don't treat people like idiots. I prefer to let idiots show themselves. Thanks, by the way, for doing your part.
Obviously you have never noticed the amount of business for Novartis that comes from the state of South Carolina. I'm in Georgia and I have to compete with them!!
Sorry. I thought is was cancelled, but it was a mistake.
Like my fellow South Carolinians, I am not bitter. I have had a great work life at Novartis and worked with great people. We all had the normal complaints about Novartis, goals, territories, samples, etc., etc. However, we always have done the jobs we were being paid to do. We may not have always liked someone, but we do treat people with respect in the South. I believe the benefit has always outweighed the downside for me here. I will probably not get another job with the salary and benefits I have here. I would love to stay with Novartis, but that will probably not happen. I am sad, but with the package they give at least I have some time to move on to something else. I will miss you all and I wish you all the best.
I don't know how you people ever sell anything. What do you do, hug your doctors to death?
South Carolina is always on the bottom in the rankings. I guess they are sitting around patting each other on the back. What a bunch of gubes.
There is a very nice looking female rep from Asia. I hope she makes it. Puhleeze!!!
We are NEVER in the bottom of the rankings.... Never!
Great access, great business.... Get your facts straight.
Presidents club last year should be enough proof!