The Agency Advantage

The world of pharmaceutical careers can be dynamic and sometimes overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be! With nearly a decade in medical affairs, a bioscience master’s degree, and a background in medcomms, I’m here to make your transition into pharma exciting, accessible, and rewarding. Whether you're considering a career change, moving from an agency to pharma, or coming from a clinical or bioscience background, this podcast is designed for you. I’ll share my own experiences—from earning a bioscience master’s to thriving in pharma—along with practical tips to help you find the right path. Join me and industry experts as we break down insider knowledge, career strategies, and encouragement to help you make informed moves in pharma and biotech. 🎙 Sponsored by Pulsetto – Use code Agency101 for 5% off their amazing products! 📲 Follow me on Instagram (@theagencyadvantage101) for extra career tips, job interview hacks,

The Agency Advantage is a business podcast hosted by Sian Kneller, with 11 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Sian Kneller hosts The Agency Advantage, a business show with 11 episodes published.

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  Episode #6

  The patient voice is missing: We're here to change that | with Michelle Warner & Sian Feller

  Aug 7, 202542 minS2

  <p>Send us a text</p><p>In this episode, I’m joined by two pharma powerhouses, Michelle Warner and Sian Feller: co-founders of The Patient Project. Born out of personal caregiving journeys and deep experience in global pharma, their mission is powerful: to put the patient voice at the centre of healthcare conversations and decisions.<br/><br/>We get into why patient input often gets deprioritised, how to break through internal barriers (hello, compliance), and what real partnership with patients actually looks like in today’s industry.<br/><br/>🎧 Expect:<br/><br/>- The difference between talking about patient centric...

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  Episode #5

  LinkedIn: Show Up Like a Pro (Even If You're Still a Student)

  Jul 24, 202510 minS2

  <p>Send us a text</p><p>In this episode, we’re diving into what it really takes to get noticed on LinkedIn if you're a recent graduate or early-career professional looking to break into the pharmaceutical industry. Whether you're aiming for a role in medical affairs, regulatory affairs, market access, or commercial functions, this episode will give you a roadmap for using LinkedIn as your launchpad.</p><p>We talk through how to start building your personal brand before you even get your foot in the door—by showing up online like you already have the role. That means thin...

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  Episode #4

  The Pharma Mindset Shift You Need to Hear Before You Make the Move

  Jul 10, 202512 minS2

  <p>Send us a text</p><p>Think working in pharma is just like agency life, academia, or clinical practice, just with a shinier salary? Think again.</p><p>In this episode, I’m breaking down the real talk about what it’s like to move into biopharma — and why most people underestimate the mindset shift required to thrive here. Whether you're coming from a med comms agency, CRO, academia, or clinical background, you’re going to need to seriously rethink how you work, how you manage your time, and how you handle uncertainty.</p><p>I’m pulling no punches: f...

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  Job Red Flags You Can't Ignore | How to Spot Toxic Workplaces Before It's Too Late

  Jun 12, 202510 minS0

  <p>Send us a text</p><p>Think you found your dream job? Not so fast. In this episode of The Agency Advantage Podcast, we break down the biggest RED FLAGS in job descriptions and the hiring process that you seriously need to watch out for.</p><p>From vague job roles and chaotic interview processes to sketchy salary talk and toxic "we're a family" vibes — we're unpacking it all so you don’t get stuck in a job that drains your soul </p><p>🔍 What You’ll Learn:</p><p>-  What vague job descriptions are really hiding</p><p>- Why “fa...

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  Episode #2

  Why You Should Leave Your Agency Job for an In-House Pharma or Biotech Role

  May 29, 20258 minS2

  <p>Send us a text</p><p>Are you a medical writer, account manager, or CRO consultant wondering if it’s time to leave agency life behind? In this episode of The Agency Advantage Podcast, we break down <b>5 powerful reasons to transition from agency or consulting to an in-house role in pharma or biotech</b>.</p><p>Host <b>Sian Kneller</b> shares her personal career switch after 15+ years in agency and how moving into industry transformed her life—think <b>better salaries</b>, <b>stronger career progression</b>, <b>more impact</b>, and <b>access to global experts</b>.<...

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