Each year U.S. News & World Report releases their rankings for the Best Pharmacy Programs in the United States, but does your pharmacy school ranking actually matter? Will going to a top rated pharmacy school program improve your chances of matching into a residency program? Let’s get into it…

As you absorb the news of your match, you may find yourself contemplating the next steps in your journey. Transitioning from the anticipation of match day to planning for the upcoming months before your residency starts is a crucial period. With the months ahead of you, it’s wise to use this time to equip yourself for the demanding year or two awaiting you. To help pave the way for a successful pharmacy residency, here are five essential steps that all incoming residents should prioritize.

Pharmacy Residency Match Day is an exciting and scary day. While it may seem like there are countless ways that match day can go, there are really four options on how your match day will end…

Completing a pharmacy residency comes with it’s own set of unique challenges. You may need to move across the country, spend time away from loved ones, and experience some of the most challenging work hours you’ve ever encountered. Another challenge that many residents face is building relationships with their co-residents. Whether you have one co-resident or one dozen co-residents, this episode is designed to help you set realistic expectations surrounding your relationship with your co-residents.

Graduating from pharmacy school is a significant accomplishment, but the journey of learning doesn't end there. The transition into real-world practice can often lead to a lack of confidence, even after completing additional training such as residency. I'm excited to share with you the number one strategy that can improve your clinical confidence in the next 30 days and I am breaking it down step-by-step.

There was a time in my life, however, when his words would have bothered me a lot more than they did that day. In fact, there was a time in the not-so-distant past where I wouldn’t have considered eating a meal by myself. My confidence has grown and so have I. Which is why I want to share 3 things I’ve learned about confidence since making it a priority in my life.

Through my 4.5-year journey with Happy Pharm Life, I've experienced incredible opportunities, from speaking at pharmacy conferences to going on a behind-the-scenes experience with NASA, thanks to my personal brand. So let’s explore why building your personal brand matters, even if you're not into social media.

Working in a pharmacy can often feel like navigating through a storm of prescriptions, inquiries, and time-sensitive tasks. Whether you're a pharmacist, a technician, an intern, or a resident, the demands of the job can quickly lead to stress and overwhelm. By incorporating these stress-relieving strategies into your rough shifts, you'll be better equipped to go through your workday with a sense of calm and control.

A pharmacy residency can be challenging, but these items can help you navigate through the experience more smoothly.

Dive into the dynamic world of pharmacy careers, where plans can shift and unexpected doors open. I share my personal story of navigating through rejections and changes, ultimately finding a fulfilling path as a pharmacist.

Being a new pharmacist isn’t easy…not only are you trying to pass your board exams, but you may be moving to a new city on top of learning how you want to show up as a pharmacist. Let’s not forget the fact that you will have more free time once those board exams are out of the way and you have to figure out what do to with it after putting your hobbies and passions outside of pharmacy on the back burner for the past several years. It wasn’t that long ago I was in the same position trying to navigate the world as a new pharmacy graduate so today, I thought I would share some of the things I would do differently if I were graduating today.

Imposter Syndrome happens to everyone. That feeling that you aren’t qualified enough or good enough is natural and human, but that doesn’t make it any less difficult to experience. Mantras aren’t a magical cure to fix imposter syndrome. I know that. However, when used correctly they can help you in the moment you need them. That’s why I am sharing 10 of my favorite mantra to help you with imposter syndrome and exactly how to use them. I’ve used these to help me overcome feelings of imposter syndrome throughout my pharmacy career so I know they can help you too!

If there is one thing I have learned about pharmacists in my 12 years in the profession, it's that pharmacists are great at prioritizing patient needs over their own health.