Your Worthy Career

Melissa Lawrence
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Welcome to Your Worthy Career, a podcast with Melissa Lawrence, a Career & Leadership Coach and former Talent & Development leader inside Pharma that helps women in Pharma and Biotech design their unique career path and build the skills to get a new job, get promotion, and advance their career.

  1. 4D AGO

    The Method This Job Market Needs

    This job market needs a different approach - tune in to hear why.  If you’ve been applying to roles, asking for promotions, taking on stretch work, and getting ghosted or hearing “not yet” or “there’s no budget,” this conversation is for you. When budgets tighten and leaders become selective, performance alone isn’t enough. In these environments, they don’t promote or hire “good enough.” They move toward the person who feels necessary. And when the rules aren’t clear, it’s easy to internalize stalled growth as a personal failure instead of a strategic gap. So I'm also going to share the insider conversations that happen behind closed doors of leadership meetings. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why performance reviews and stretch assignments don’t automatically lead to advancementWhat talent conversations actually focus on behind closed doorsHow lack of clarity gets exposed quickly in a tight marketWhy perception and positioning matter as much as credentialsDetails about my book releasing February 24th - Your Worthy Career: A Science-Backed Method to Build a Meaningful Career in Pharma and Biotech.If you’ve been wondering why it feels harder than it should, this episode will help you see what’s really happening—and what to think about differently. Book Waitlist: My book is available February 24th! Your Worthy Career: A Science-Backed Method to Build a Meaningful Career in Pharma and Biotech join the waitlist here. Are you a woman in Pharma/Biotech who wants to improve her career? Learn more and apply to work with me here. Love the podcast? Share your feedback by leaving us a review. Thank you! Connect on Socials LinkedIn Instagram

    22 min

  2. FEB 4

    The Next Chapter

    I'm back! In this episode, I’m welcoming you back to the podcast and opening Season 3 with a new chapter—one shaped by a year of reflection, writing, and deep work with women navigating their careers in Pharma and Biotech. After a year-long hiatus, I’m sharing why I stepped away, what changed while I was gone, and what you can expect moving forward. I also introduce my upcoming book, Your Worthy Career: A Science-Backed Method to Build a Meaningful Career in Pharma and Biotech, releasing February 24. This episode sets the tone for the season and speaks directly to women who want clarity, agency, and a practical path forward—especially in an uncertain industry and market. What you’ll learn: Why I paused the podcast and what brought me backWhat’s ahead and who this podcast is forHow uncertainty in Pharma/Biotech is impacting women right nowWhat inspired my book and what’s inside itHow to stay connected and get involved in the book launch If you’re a woman in Pharma or Biotech who wants to feel more in control of your career and confident in your next move, this podcast is for you. Head over to Your Worthy Career for full show notes and book details. Book Waitlist: My book is available February 24th! Your Worthy Career: A Science-Backed Method to Build a Meaningful Career in Pharma and Biotech join the waitlist here. Are you a woman in Pharma/Biotech who wants to improve her career? Learn more and apply to work with me here. Love the podcast? Share your feedback by leaving us a review. Thank you! Connect on Socials LinkedIn Instagram

    20 min

  3. 12/11/2024

    Where to Connect with Me for Career Support

    Welcome to the final episode of Your Worthy Career! I’m Melissa Lawrence, your go-to career and leadership coach in Pharma and Biotech, and I can’t thank you enough for joining me on this four-year podcast journey. Although this is the last episode—for now!—it’s not goodbye. Think of it more like, “Here’s where we can still meet up and connect for a virtual happy hour!” Here’s Where You Can Find Me: LinkedIn: Connect with me on LinkedIn for industry insights, leadership tips, and my LinkedIn-exclusive newsletter, Career Tips Weekly. Let’s keep the conversation going!Instagram: If Instagram is more your vibe, follow me at melissa.yourworthycareer for behind-the-scenes moments, career advice in bite-sized bits, and daily inspiration.Cheetah Chronicles Newsletter: Subscribe to my Cheetah Chronicles for weekly career strategies and exclusive content right to your inbox. It’s like a mini coaching session every week—sign up at www.yourworthycareer.com/email.Your Worthy Career Website: Visit yourworthycareer.com for coaching options, free resources, and a searchable catalog of all past episodes. Bookmark it—it’s your one-stop hub for career support in Pharma and Biotech. Thank you for being here, for listening, and for putting what we’ve talked about into action. My mission to elevate women into meaningful roles of influence in this industry isn’t stopping here. Let’s keep connecting, keep growing, and remember: take up space, own your worth, and keep moving forward one step at a time. Head over to Your Worthy Career for full show notes. Book Waitlist: My book is available February 24th! Your Worthy Career: A Science-Backed Method to Build a Meaningful Career in Pharma and Biotech join the waitlist here. Are you a woman in Pharma/Biotech who wants to improve her career? Learn more and apply to work with me here. Love the podcast? Share your feedback by leaving us a review. Thank you! Connect on Socials LinkedIn Instagram

    5 min

  4. 12/04/2024

    5 Career Lessons that Changed Everything for Me

    In this episode, I’m sharing the five pivotal lessons that transformed my career in Pharma and Biotech, giving you the kind of insider perspective that I wish I’d had from the start. After 15 years of career highs and painful stumbles, I’m pulling back the curtain so you can skip the setbacks and fast-track your own growth. What you'll learn: Break free from habits that may be silently holding you back.Start positioning yourself today for the role you want tomorrow.Stay resilient and advance in an imperfect, sometimes unfair workplace.Build relationships that drive your career forward, regardless of who your boss is.Shift your mindset to take full control of your career trajectory. If you’re ready to learn from my hard-earned experience, join me as I reveal what worked, what didn’t, and what I’d do all over again to get where I am now. Head over to Your Worthy Career for full show notes. Book Waitlist: My book is available February 24th! Your Worthy Career: A Science-Backed Method to Build a Meaningful Career in Pharma and Biotech join the waitlist here. Are you a woman in Pharma/Biotech who wants to improve her career? Learn more and apply to work with me here. Love the podcast? Share your feedback by leaving us a review. Thank you! Connect on Socials LinkedIn Instagram

    29 min

  5. 11/27/2024

    The ROI of Coaching

    Ever wondered what career and leadership coaching actually does for you? In this episode, I’m diving into the real ROI you get when you invest in yourself through coaching. If you’re on a mission to elevate your career, grow as a leader, or just navigate the intense pace of Pharma and Biotech without losing yourself and wellbeing in the process—this episode is for you. I’m sharing research-backed insights and real client stories that show how coaching can deliver 5-7x returns on your investment, whether that’s designing your career path, getting promoted, increasing your influence and effectiveness as a leader, or balancing work with the rest of your life. What You’ll Learn: The real numbers: Why coaching has a measurable, dollar-for-dollar ROI that companies swear by (and why you should too).How coaching boosts performance, leadership presence, and career advancement in ways that “cookie-cutter” programs just can’t.Real stories from women in Pharma and Biotech who’ve transformed their careers and lives with coaching.The intangibles that matter: Why confidence, clarity, and building the right skills are just as valuable as any title or pay bump. Head over to Your Worthy Career for full show notes. Book Waitlist: My book is available February 24th! Your Worthy Career: A Science-Backed Method to Build a Meaningful Career in Pharma and Biotech join the waitlist here. Are you a woman in Pharma/Biotech who wants to improve her career? Learn more and apply to work with me here. Love the podcast? Share your feedback by leaving us a review. Thank you! Connect on Socials LinkedIn Instagram

    21 min

  6. 11/20/2024

    Discover Your Next Best Role

    In this week’s episode, we’re getting into one of the biggest questions I hear from women in Pharma and Biotech: How do I identify my next best role? If you’re feeling stuck, questioning if you’re making a big enough difference, or looking for the next step that feels like a genuine fit, this episode is made for you. I’m sharing my journey of pivoting out of a “dream job” that wasn’t fulfilling, all while fighting self-doubt and navigating the unwritten rules in a corporate world that often holds us back. Here’s what you’ll learn: Why identifying your unique career “fit” is essential to navigating your next role in today’s market and how to start finding itThe common approach that keeps you stuck in a cycle of unfulfilling roles and what to do insteadHow crafting your personalized Career Protocol can help you stand out, secure roles you want, and build strategic relationships in this close-knit industry Tune in and start building the clarity, confidence, and strategy you need to make your next move, one that actually fits you, your goals, and the impact you’re ready to make. Head over to Your Worthy Career for full show notes. Book Waitlist: My book is available February 24th! Your Worthy Career: A Science-Backed Method to Build a Meaningful Career in Pharma and Biotech join the waitlist here. Are you a woman in Pharma/Biotech who wants to improve her career? Learn more and apply to work with me here. Love the podcast? Share your feedback by leaving us a review. Thank you! Connect on Socials LinkedIn Instagram

    17 min

  7. 11/13/2024

    8 Clear Signs It's Time for a Career Change

    In this episode, I break down the 8 telltale signs that it’s time for you to make a career change. If you’ve been feeling stuck, unfulfilled, or just wondering if you should take the leap and find a new job, this is the episode you need. I dive into how to recognize the signs that your current role is no longer a good fit and how to take the next steps toward a more fulfilling and impactful career. You’ve worked hard to get where you are, but if you’re nodding along to any of these signs, it’s time to make a shift. In this episode, you’ll learn: 8 unique signs that tell you that it's time to make a career change - whether it's a new job, promotion, or improvement to your current roleThe hidden red flags that show your work environment doesn’t align with your values.What you need to do to take the leap and make a change, even if you're afraid of making the wrong choice Head over to Your Worthy Career for full show notes. Book Waitlist: My book is available February 24th! Your Worthy Career: A Science-Backed Method to Build a Meaningful Career in Pharma and Biotech join the waitlist here. Are you a woman in Pharma/Biotech who wants to improve her career? Learn more and apply to work with me here. Love the podcast? Share your feedback by leaving us a review. Thank you! Connect on Socials LinkedIn Instagram

    18 min

  8. 11/06/2024

    What is Your Worthy Career?

    In this episode, I dive deep into what it truly means to have a worthy career, one that goes beyond the surface level of promotions and titles. I share how to break free from "agreeable gray" careers and create one that aligns with your values, talents, and deepest aspirations. You'll hear some of my story, how Your Worthy Career came to be and what a Worthy Career looks like for you. Be ready to be inspired for how you can design a career that is fulfilling, impactful, and worthy of your immense potential. In this episode, you’ll learn: How to identify when you're settling for a "good enough" career and what to do about it.The Your Worthy Career movement and inspiration to create the career role and experience you desire.Insider strategies for women in Pharma/Biotech to grow their confidence and leadership skills, even in male-dominated spaces. Head over to Your Worthy Career for full show notes. Book Waitlist: My book is available February 24th! Your Worthy Career: A Science-Backed Method to Build a Meaningful Career in Pharma and Biotech join the waitlist here. Are you a woman in Pharma/Biotech who wants to improve her career? Learn more and apply to work with me here. Love the podcast? Share your feedback by leaving us a review. Thank you! Connect on Socials LinkedIn Instagram

    18 min
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Welcome to Your Worthy Career, a podcast with Melissa Lawrence, a Career & Leadership Coach and former Talent & Development leader inside Pharma that helps women in Pharma and Biotech design their unique career path and build the skills to get a new job, get promotion, and advance their career.

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  • Creator
    Melissa Lawrence
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    220
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    Clean
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    © 2026 Your Worthy Career
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