Time for a Change? Approaching a Career Pivot with Confidence

<p>Lucinda L. Maine, Ph.D., R.Ph. - Executive Vice President and Chief Executive Officer of the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy - talks with us about how to manage major career changes and why a degree in pharmacy is so valuable.</p> <p>Key Lessons:</p> <ul><li>Career pivots can be welcomed and sought ... or arise from something unexpected and unwanted.</li> <li>Most professionals will experience several major career changes during their working years.</li> <li>A pharmacy degree enables a surprisingly broad range of career paths.</li> <li>Being prepared for new opportunities by continually updating your knowledge and skills is critical.</li> <li>Having the financial resources available to obtain additional education, training, or experience is an essential career insurance policy.</li> <li>Active engagement in professional pharmacy associations, at both the state and nation level, provides a great way to network and keep current with the latest trends.</li> <li>Many people, especially women, are reluctant to make a major career change without having "all the necessary" credentials and experiences.  But consider what is essential ... you can learn the rest on the job.</li> <li>Several resources are available to help you explore the career options that align with your strengths, skills, and interests: <ul><li>Check out the American Pharmacists Association <a href='https://aphanet.pharmacist.com/pathway_survey'>Career Pathway Evaluation Program</a> and <a href='https://www.aphaadvance.com'>ADVANCE</a> for continuing professional development</li> <li>Coming Soon! AACP-APhA National Pharmacy Internship network</li> </ul> </li> </ul>