Time for a Change? Approaching a Career Pivot with Confidence
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. Key Lessons: Career pivots can be welcomed and sought ... or arise from something unexpected and unwanted. Most professionals will experience several major career changes during their working years. A pharmacy degree enables a surprisingly broad range of career paths. Being prepared for new opportunities by continually updating your knowledge and skills is critical. Having the financial resources available to obtain additional education, training, or experience is an essential career insurance policy. 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. 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. Several resources are available to help you explore the career options that align with your strengths, skills, and interests: Check out the American Pharmacists Association Career Pathway Evaluation Program and ADVANCE for continuing professional development AACP-APhA Pharmacy Opportunities Network (PharmON)