Articles by Al Topin - Pharmaceutical Executive

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Articles by Al Topin

Less Selling, More Time

Mar 1, 2013

What can happen when reps focus on the physician-patient conversation? Al Topin reports.

The Doctor-Patient Disconnect

Jan 1, 2013

Doctor-patient conversations aren't always what we think—this basic interaction represents both a problem and an opportunity for today's drug marketers, writes Al Topin.

Agencies and Clients — Dealing with a Break-Up

Nov 1, 2012

How an agency and client behave after they split speaks volumes about their culture and character, writes Al Topin.

Doctors' Words No Longer Gospel

Sep 1, 2012

In the digital age, physicians don't call the shots when it comes to healthcare guidance, writes Al Topin.

Marketing: Why the Conversation Has Changed — Forever

Jul 1, 2012

At its core, pharma marketing is about conversations. Dynamic, persuasive conversations between companies and healthcare stakeholders. But one time it was simple; now it's not, writes Al Topin.

Marketing: Finding that Perfect Pitch

Feb 1, 2012

A good creative brief takes raw information and makes it come alive, write Al Topin and Abby Mansfield.

Agency Assignments: Managing the Hidden Costs

Nov 1, 2011

Saving the agency/client relationship begins first with the people involved and defining accountability on both sides

A Long, Slow Walk Toward the Altar

Sep 1, 2011

Agency/client relationships still take time to build into successful marriages in this age of digital connections and me-first attitudes

10 Emergency Brand Building Questions

Jul 1, 2011

EAB Member Al Topin delivers 10 questions that should drive your brand-building marketing program.

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