In this episode, we speak with Dr. Laura Gleeson, Respiratory Consultant in St James Hospital, about her journey into respiratory medicine and her diverse specialist interests. She shares valuable insights on preparing for consultant interviews and highlights the importance of networking. We explore the realities of early career life and the transition into the first years as a consultant. Dr. Gleeson also reflects on the challenges of setting up a new clinical service and the key tools that can support success. (Recorded June 2024). Chapters 00:43 Introduction 01:24 Pathway to respiratory and special interest in immunology, TB, and pleural disease 07:00 Networking and preparation ahead of a consultant interview 10:23 The interview for a consultant post 11:00 Being on the consultant interview panel 12:35 The inspo for the ambulatory pleural service 14:00 Career focus and fellowship 16:45 Challenges when developing a new clinical service 18:59 Money talks and other methods of engaging management 22:14 Gaining momentum and the Spark Innovation Fund Show Notes 1. Developing an Ambulatory Pleural Effusion Service https://www.gov.ie/en/department-of-public-expenditure-infrastructure-public-service-reform-and-digitalisation/publications/developing-an-ambulatory-pleural-effusion-service/ 2. Healthcare team of the year award for the St Jame’s Hospital Ambulatory Pleural Effusion Sevice https://x.com/stjamesdublin/status/1926927226848633028