When I talk with pharmacists who reach out to us here at the Happy PharmD, many conversations lead to a common question: What’s holding you back from making a change? If we really get deep into the conversation, if the person is ready to open up and be...
Of all the factors that contribute to pharmacists’ employment decisions, salary is one of the biggest. In simplest terms, pharmacist salaries are unique in that pharmacists often walk directly into a 6-figure income after graduation. While that’s great for students...
The National Academy of Medicine has launched an initiative that focuses on clinician well-being and resilience. Why? Healthcare providers are subject to burnout at alarming rates, including about 50% of physicians reporting symptoms of burnout, which include:...
As pharmacists, we tend to be people pleasers. We want to do everything, for everyone, all of the time. Quickly we may find we are doing less for ourselves by giving as much as possible to others. While I don’t support curbing the amount of giving that you want...
Before enrolling in my cover letter and interview mastery courses, this pharmacy student lacked confidence. She knew there were hundreds of students competing for residencies, and she knew the competition was fierce. So she did the one thing she knew would at least...
Hi! I’m Jackie Boyle. I’ve met some of you, but definitely not all of you – so I am excited to announce that I have recently joined the #HappyPharmD team as a fellow pharmacy superhero! Saving pharmacists from unfulfilling work or life situations and...
