How do you use your GMP network to find opportunities?

1 Join relevant GMP associations

One of the best ways to build and expand your GMP network is to join relevant GMP associations that cater to your specific sector, role, or region. For example, if you work in the pharmaceutical industry, you might want to join the International Society for Pharmaceutical Engineering (ISPE), the Parenteral Drug Association (PDA), or the Pharmaceutical Quality Group (PQG). These associations offer various benefits, such as access to publications, events, training, certification, and online forums, where you can connect with other GMP professionals, exchange ideas, and learn from experts.

2 Attend GMP events and webinars

Another way to use your GMP network to find opportunities is to attend GMP events and webinars, both online and offline. These events and webinars can help you stay informed about the latest trends, developments, and challenges in the GMP field, as well as showcase your knowledge, skills, and achievements. You can also network with other attendees, speakers, and organizers, and create meaningful relationships that can lead to referrals, recommendations, or collaborations. Some examples of GMP events and webinars are the GMP Summit, the GMP Compliance Week, and the GMP Update Webinar Series.

3 Follow GMP influencers and organizations

A third way to use your GMP network to find opportunities is to follow GMP influencers and organizations on social media, blogs, podcasts, or newsletters. These influencers and organizations can provide you with valuable insights, advice, and resources on various aspects of GMP, such as quality management, risk assessment, validation, documentation, auditing, and more. You can also engage with them by commenting, sharing, or asking questions, and demonstrate your interest, expertise, and value. Some examples of GMP influencers and organizations are David Markovitz, GMP by the Sea; Martin Lush, NSF International; and GMP Compliance Adviser.

4 Update your GMP profile and portfolio

A fourth way to use your GMP network to find opportunities is to update your GMP profile and portfolio on platforms such as LinkedIn, Indeed, or Monster. Your GMP profile and portfolio should highlight your education, experience, skills, certifications, and achievements in the GMP field, as well as your career objectives and aspirations. You should also use keywords, hashtags, and tags that are relevant to your GMP sector, role, or region, and make your profile and portfolio visible and searchable. This way, you can attract the attention of potential employers, recruiters, or clients who are looking for GMP talent.

5 Ask for feedback and referrals

A fifth way to use your GMP network to find opportunities is to ask for feedback and referrals from your existing GMP contacts, such as colleagues, mentors, managers, or clients. Feedback can help you identify your strengths and weaknesses, improve your performance, and showcase your value. Referrals can help you access hidden or exclusive opportunities, increase your credibility and trustworthiness, and shorten your job search or sales cycle. You should also offer feedback and referrals to your GMP contacts in return, and maintain a positive and reciprocal relationship with them.

6 Contribute to GMP communities and projects

A sixth way to use your GMP network to find opportunities is to contribute to GMP communities and projects that align with your interests, passions, or causes. These communities and projects can be online or offline, formal or informal, local or global, and can range from discussion groups, blogs, podcasts, or newsletters, to volunteer work, advocacy, or research. By contributing to GMP communities and projects, you can demonstrate your skills, knowledge, and values, as well as expand your GMP network with like-minded people who share your vision and mission.

7 Here’s what else to consider

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