Interviewing the Interviewer

In this special episode of the Global Medical Device Podcast, Etienne Nichols switches roles from host to guest as Devon Campbell turns the tables to explore the invaluable lessons Etienne has learned from over 100 podcast episodes.

Delve into key insights on product development, quality management, and the power of vulnerability and networking. Etienne shares practical tips and personal anecdotes that reveal the nuances of the MedTech industry, making this episode a treasure trove of knowledge for both new and seasoned professionals.

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Key Timestamps

• [02:15] - Introduction and Etienne’s journey to becoming a podcast host
• [12:30] - The importance of vulnerability and honesty in product development
• [22:45] - Balancing quality for audits versus operational benefits
• [30:10] - Human factors and usability in MedTech product development
• [37:55] - Simplifying quality management systems
• [45:00] - The mantra of learn, lead, and love in networking
• [54:20] - Encouraging emerging entrepreneurs to own their expertise and impact regulations

Key Takeaways

1. Human factors and usability are often misunderstood but crucial in MedTech product development.
2. Quality management systems should be practical and beneficial for the company, not just for audits.
3. Networking is more than collecting business cards; it's about building meaningful connections.

Practical Tips for MedTech Professionals

1. Be vulnerable and honest about the state of your projects.
2. Focus on solving the right problems and avoid over-engineering.
3. Create quality management documents that are easy to understand and useful for your team.

Links:

• Greenlight Guru - Quality management software for medical devices.
• Etienne Nichols - LinkedIn
• Devon Campbell - LinkedIn
• Prodct LLC - Devon's advisory firm
• Fred Crosby’s Quality is Free - A book on quality management principles.

Memorable quotes:

• "The heart of the problem is the seed of the solution."
• "Quality management documents should benefit your company first and be audit-ready second."
• "Be genuinely curious. Assume the person in front of you knows something worth listening to."

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About the Global Medical Device Podcast:

The Global Medical Device Podcast powered by Greenlight Guru is where today's brightest minds in the medical device industry go to get their most useful and actionable insider knowledge, direct from some of the world's leading medical device experts and companies.

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