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Luck Equals Opportunities and Preparation

Have you ever wondered about the real factors that contribute to success in statistics? Is it just luck, or is there something more to it? In this episode, I explore the practical aspects of luck, opportunities, and preparation in the world of statistics. How can strategic networking, targeted training, and building confidence influence your career …

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Be Aware About the Stories You Tell Yourself!

In today’s episode, I embark on a personal and insightful journey with Mirjam Sandlos, not just a business coach but my personal guide in breaking mental chains. Mirjam, a seasoned business consultant, shares her expertise in dismantling limiting beliefs or “Glaubenssatz” that shape our realities. These subconscious codes, acquired in our formative years, become barriers …

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Why and How to Set Goals for You and Your Team

Welcome to another Friday episode! Today, I dive into a crucial aspect for both personal and organizational success: setting clear goals. Whether you lead a team, department, or work as an individual contributor, having a well-defined vision and goals is paramount. But have you ever wondered why some people come to work every day without …

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Building an R community – Learnings from AZ

In this new episode, Guillaume Desachy and I dive into the world of R and its impact on the pharmaceutical industry. Guillaume, a Statistical Science Director at AstraZeneca in Sweden, shares his insights and experiences in fostering an R community within the company. Embarking on the exploration of Guillaume’s journey in building the R at …

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What is Strategy

In the ever-evolving landscape of professional development, I’ve noticed that the term “strategy” is frequently thrown around, often without a clear understanding of its true meaning. Unfortunately, this misunderstanding often leads to the formulation of ineffective strategies, a topic explored by Richard Rumelt in his book Good Strategy/Bad Strategy. In that ancient conflict, Hannibal faced …

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Estimands in Observational Studies

Ever wondered about the intricate connections between observational studies and the Estimand framework in the pharmaceutical industry? How do the challenges in multi-country primary data collection unfold, and what crucial role do assumptions play in propensity score methods? In this captivating episode, I’m excited to have Artemis Koukounari, an accomplished statistician and associate director in …

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