by Alex Barker | Mar 27, 2025 | Burnout, Career, career coach, Career Path, job search, pharmacist
Pharmacists are burning out at record rates. We’ve all seen it, lived it, and for many, struggled to find a way out. But what if I told you that there are pharmacists out there thriving—engaged, valued, and even excited about their work? The data doesn’t lie, and it...
by Alex Barker | Mar 21, 2025 | Burnout, Career, Side Hustle
Pharmacists are supposed to have stable, well-paying careers. That’s what we’re told, right? Get the degree, pass the exams, land the job, and enjoy a predictable life. But what happens when the “safe” path starts to feel like a cage? Ariel Tsai knows exactly what...
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by Alex Barker | Mar 19, 2025 | Career, job search, Non Traditional Pharmacy Careers, pharmacist
Pharmacists who want to break into medical affairs often feel stuck. They know they want a change, but they’re unsure how to make the transition—especially when they have zero industry experience. But here’s the thing: you don’t need to start over. You don’t need...
by Alex Barker | Mar 16, 2025 | Career, Career Path, job search, pharmacist
Pharmacists have a problem. We spend years—six, eight, even ten—earning a doctorate, grinding through rotations, studying complex drug interactions, and mastering clinical guidelines. And yet, we box ourselves into a career that often leaves us overworked,...
by Alex Barker | Mar 13, 2025 | Career, Career Path, Industry, job search, pharmacist
Life-or-death decisions happen in minutes. That’s the reality of UnitedHealth Group (UHG). With a single decision, one employee can determine whether a patient receives critical treatment or gets denied access to life-saving care. But how did we get here? How did one...
by Alex Barker | Mar 5, 2025 | AI, Career, Pharmacy
AI is coming for pharmacy. Or at least, that’s what the headlines want us to believe. “AI Passes Medical Board Exam.” “Robots Taking Over Healthcare Jobs.” These stories make it sound like pharmacists are one step away from being replaced. But the truth? AI is missing...