How do I escape account management from pharma advertising. I hate it but I do it because it pays bills.

I have a family and baby now and I work really hard. I’m an account director now but I know this isn’t for me, mentally.
Any other places I can transition my skill sets to? A field where I won’t have to sell my soul and happiness.

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Following as I’m in the same boat.

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Customer Success in MedTech/MarTech perhaps?

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Insider intelligence is looking for account directors. Your skills would probably translate pretty well.

Thank you, do you know how account management will be different at insider intelligence vs pharma advertising

Come see us ! Lots of great marketing gigs

Did you transition from account mgt as well D1?

Did you end up making a switch?

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