Episode #125: How To Assess If A Job’s A Good Fit Before You Commit

Have you ever heard of a matchmaker for physicians? And no, I don’t mean a romantic matchmaker - I mean a professional matchmaker who helps you find a clinical role that’s a great fit! My guest today, family medicine physician Dr. Lara Hochman, runs a business that does exactly this. She’s here to discuss how to understand your priorities and assess whether a job is right for you. Dr. Hochman will also share some helpful tips on how to play detective during an interview to find out what a workplace is really like. You can find the show notes for this episode and more information by clicking here: www.doctorscrossing.com/episode125   In this episode we’re talking about: How the trap of big hospital contracts sparked Dr. Hochman’s business idea Why identifying your priorities is an important first step in any job search Factors besides money to consider when exploring your job options The most important questions to ask on a job interview How to phrase your interview questions to get informative answers Why it’s always best to let a practice know who you are when you interview Stories of physicians Lara helped find a better professional match   Links for this episode: Connect with Lara Hochman: Website: www.happydayhealth.co  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/larahochman/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCorwNuzOmzeH25dDy6i6N5w  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@happydaymd Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/happydaymd/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/HappyDayMD1 Episode #28 - How To Negotiate Your Physician Employment Contract Episode #49 - Giving Notice and Non-Competes Carpe Diem Resume Kit - Converting your CV to a resume helps recruiters better understand why you are a great match for a specific job. My resume kit will guide you through creating a polished resume for your desired job. Templates are included as well as a bonus on writing your cover letter. Give yourself the best chance of getting that interview!  

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Are you a physician who’s questioning your career path? If you’re at the white coat crossroads, for whatever reason, this podcast is for you. We’re going to help you find your best path forward, whether it’s to be happier in patient care, transition to a nonclinical career, or do something completely different. In the weekly podcasts, we’re bringing you all the good stuff: -Actionable tools and resources to help you start making positive changes. -Interviews with physicians who’ve found new and fulfilling ways to practice as well as those who’ve transitioned into nonclinical careers. -Concrete advice for applying to jobs, using LinkedIn, interviewing, negotiating, and much more. Your host, Dr. Heather Fork, is a former board-certified dermatologist who transitioned into full-time career coaching for physicians over 10 years ago. She is a master certified coach who has been helping hundreds of physicians find ways to be happier both in medicine and beyond. Come visit us at www.doctorscrossing.com to learn more!