7 Signs It’s Time to Quit Your Pharmacy Job (And 3 Steps to Find Something Better)

7 Signs It’s Time to Quit Your Pharmacy Job (And 3 Steps to Find Something Better)

by Alex Barker | Feb 3, 2025 | Burnout, Career, Career Path, pharmacist, Workplace Matters

Look, I’ve worked with thousands of pharmacists—and I’m going to tell you something that might surprise you. Quitting isn’t always the answer—but sometimes, it absolutely is.     In this article, I’ll share seven key red flags that might signal it’s...
Why Pharmacists Are Leaving: Burnout, Low Pay & Unmet Expectations

Why Pharmacists Are Leaving: Burnout, Low Pay & Unmet Expectations

by Alex Barker | Jan 31, 2025 | Burnout, Career, Career Path, Industry, pharmacist

Pharmacists are at a breaking point. Once passionate about their careers, many are now feeling burnt out, overworked, and honestly, disillusioned. It’s hard to ignore the signs—empty shelves, frustrated staff, angry customers, and more pharmacists walking out the door...
Is CVS Worth It? What You Need to Know Before Applying

Is CVS Worth It? What You Need to Know Before Applying

by Alex Barker | Jan 29, 2025 | Career, Career Path, Industry, Pharmacy, Workplace Matters

CVS, the pharmacy giant, has become a source of significant concern for many pharmacists and pharmacy professionals. It’s a story of a company that, despite bringing in staggering revenue, is struggling under the weight of internal challenges that are creating a...
Trump Withdraws From WHO: What’s Next for Pharmacists

Trump Withdraws From WHO: What’s Next for Pharmacists

by Alex Barker | Jan 28, 2025 | Career, Career Path, Industry, Workplace Matters

It’s January 2025, and the United States has decided to withdraw from the World Health Organization. The announcement was framed around the idea that the U.S. is paying far too much compared to countries like China, which has a population of 1.4 billion but only pays...
Why Healthcare Heroes Are Walking Away: The Mass Exodus Explained

Why Healthcare Heroes Are Walking Away: The Mass Exodus Explained

by Alex Barker | Jan 27, 2025 | Burnout, Career, Career Path, Industry, pharmacist, Workplace Matters

There’s something big happening in healthcare right now. It’s a trend that’s becoming impossible to ignore. Doctors, nurses, pharmacists, physician assistants, and others are leaving their roles in droves, and the truth is, the consequences are already being felt....
Retail vs. Hospital Pharmacy: Which Career Path is Right for You?

Retail vs. Hospital Pharmacy: Which Career Path is Right for You?

by Alex Barker | Jan 24, 2025 | Career, Career Path, pharmacist, Pharmacy, retail pharmacy

When deciding between retail and hospital pharmacy, the career path you choose could drastically shape your professional life. Both paths contribute significantly to the pharmacy job market, but each offers distinct experiences and opportunities. Your future could...
Why Pharmacists Are Leaving: A Crisis in Healthcare

Why Pharmacists Are Leaving: A Crisis in Healthcare

by Alex Barker | Jan 22, 2025 | Burnout, Career, pharmacist, Pharmacy

More and more pharmacists are walking away from the profession. The white coat is coming off, and pharmacists are heading for the exit. It’s a mass exodus that’s just beginning, and it’s happening for a lot of reasons, each one contributing to a situation that’s...
PGY1 Residency: The Hard Truth They Don’t Tell You!

PGY1 Residency: The Hard Truth They Don’t Tell You!

by Alex Barker | Jan 17, 2025 | Career, Career Path, pharmacist, Pharmacy

There’s a myth that if you don’t do a residency, you’re somehow behind in your pharmacy career. I get it—residencies have been heavily promoted, and for a good reason. They open doors. They offer valuable hands-on experience, expand your professional network, and help...
The Best (and Worst) of ASHP Midyear 2024: My Honest Review

The Best (and Worst) of ASHP Midyear 2024: My Honest Review

by Alex Barker | Jan 15, 2025 | Career Path, Industry, pharmacist, Pharmacy

I recently returned from ASHP Mid Year, and let me tell you, it was an unforgettable experience—mostly for the good, but a few things definitely left me scratching my head. It’s one of those events where you meet incredible people, learn a lot, and get inspired—but...
Ozempic Scams: How Counterfeit Drugs Are Fooling Everyone

Ozempic Scams: How Counterfeit Drugs Are Fooling Everyone

by Alex Barker | Jan 13, 2025 | Health and Wellness, Industry, pharmacist, Pharmacy

  The FDA recently uncovered thousands of counterfeit Ozempic pens in legitimate pharmacies across the U.S., and let me tell you, as a pharmacist, this is both terrifying and eye-opening. What makes this situation even worse is that these fakes weren’t from shady...
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