Student Testimonials

Jonathan Kiarash Jalali

Hometown: Minneapolis, MN

Class Speciality: 6-Week Academy

Company Placement: Spine Deformity Consultant with Medicrea USA

Tell me a little about your background.

I?m the first generation of my family born in the USA. Grew up in Minnesota and graduated from St Cloud State University with a Bachelor?s Degree in Business Management. Never played sports growing up but I?ve been employed since the age of 13. Ever since college I?ve been managing my own private bartending service and trying to gain as much professional sales experience as possible

Why were you interested in pursuing medical sales as a career?

I love the philosophy behind sales. I want to sell something that can truly help change lives for the better.

How did you learn about Medical Sales College?

Through networking with people already in the industry.

What ultimately made you decide to attend?

I figured it would help me get to where I wanted to be. Last attempt at entering this industry.

Please describe your training experience at Medical Sales College.

Fast paced! Overwhelming at first!

What is the most valuable piece of information that you learned while attending MSC which ultimately helped you land your position?

All my knowledge of the industry combined with my confidence that came from completing the program. ?Its not a job, it?s a lifestyle?

Why should someone attend Medical Sales College?

It will let you know what you?re made of. More importantly it?s a great way to get valuable insight on an amazing industry not many people know about. Ultimately MSC can help get you where you want to be! I can honestly say I wouldn?t have been offered a job without completing my program through MSC.

How long did you try to get into the industry before attending MSC? What was that experience like?

I tried since graduating in the summer of 2012, and it has been miserable, until MSC. There have been lots of roadblocks, rejections and frustrating moments.

Did you have any fears about attending the School? What were they?

YES!! Will this actually work? Will it be worth it? Can I keep up? How many people have tried this before?

Explain what your interview process was like.

Intense...

What do you know now that you wish you had known before entering the industry/attending Medical Sales College?

Get ready to be humbled!

What was the most valuable thing you learned at Medical Sales College/What piece of training do you use the most in your day-to-day activities?

If you don?t know something, that?s ok. There is always more to learn. You just need to be willing to put in the work/time to learn. BECOME A STUDENT OF THE GAME!! WORK ON YOUR CRAFT!!