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EPISODE · Jan 8, 2025 · 21 MIN

Leaping Forward: Betsy Powlus on Career Growth, Innovation, and Making an Impact

from Career On Purpose: A Merck Podcast · host Merck

In this episode of Career on Purpose, Betsy Powlus, Associate Director in Merck’s Manufacturing Division, shares her journey of taking bold career leaps over her 21 years at the company. Inspired by her mother's battle with breast cancer, Betsy joined Merck to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients.  Betsy discusses the supportive culture at Merck, emphasizing the importance of mentorship, sponsorship, and a "freedom to fail" mindset that encourages innovation and risk-taking. She also highlights the value of "gigs" at Merck, which are short-term roles that allow employees to explore new career paths while contributing fresh insights.  Career on Purpose explores the unique job opportunities, career paths, training and professional growth available across the globe at Merck. From first-person interviews with successful and inspiring Merck employees to helpful tips, tricks and insights for finding a job in the world of life sciences, Career on Purpose gives listeners an exclusive look into the careers of today and tomorrow.   Career on Purpose is available exclusively on Apple Podcasts. 

In this episode of Career on Purpose, Betsy Powlus, Associate Director in Merck’s Manufacturing Division, shares her journey of taking bold career leaps over her 21 years at the company. Inspired by her mother's battle with breast cancer, Betsy joined Merck to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients.  Betsy discusses the supportive culture at Merck, emphasizing the importance of mentorship, sponsorship, and a "freedom to fail" mindset that encourages innovation and risk-taking. She also highlights the value of "gigs" at Merck, which are short-term roles that allow employees to explore new career paths while contributing fresh insights.  Career on Purpose explores the unique job opportunities, career paths, training and professional growth available across the globe at Merck. From first-person interviews with successful and inspiring Merck employees to helpful tips, tricks and insights for finding a job in the world of life sciences, Career on Purpose gives listeners an exclusive look into the careers of today and tomorrow.   Career on Purpose is available exclusively on Apple Podcasts.

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