Alex Barker, PharmD

Burned-out pharmacists exhibit exhaustion, chronic fatigue, alienation from work-related activities, loss of appetite, and insomnia.

The truth is it’s one thing to hate your job, but it’s another thing completely to hate your job and do nothing about it.

Everyone should be looking for new opportunities and great prospects.

Some pharmacies are putting these lessons into action.

These innovations could mean big advances in the delivery of health care — and some may even become widely available during our lifetime.

Empowering pharmacists with information and autonomy enables them to care for patients in the best way possible.

When I first interviewed a pharmacist about her pharmacy position for my column, I found what I was meant to do and what I love to do: tell stories.

The demand for innovation is not slowing down. 

Although many of Heather’s clients enjoy taking care of patients, she has observed that recent changes in the practice of medicine are leading to increased burnout rates among physicians.

We spoke with him to find out how he got the idea for the site, how it works and what his plans are for the future.

It’s human nature to lose focus on your existing job when you begin searching for a new one.

I receive about 2 emails per week from pharmacists who say that they need help looking for a job.

When I talk to people about their careers—especially when they are about to transition into a new one—sometimes people have a similar “what did I just do?” feeling.

A job offer means that the company wants you more than all the other candidates. This should be encouraging!

Although you are aware that this is a reality for many people in this economy, you never thought that you would join the no-raise ranks.

If you get really lucky, you might find that your company has a policy already in place that provides extra compensation for obtaining certain certifications regardless of employee performance.

It may also be helpful for you to create a chart or presentation that includes your information (as well as the sources) so you can share it with the hiring managers.

Pillsy, a smart pill bottle and mobile app, is the latest device in the quest to help patients and their loved ones manage medications.

Still struggling with student debt? This is the book for you.

Working in sales was so appealing to Brad that he decided to start his own business as a manufacturing representative.

By taking small steps toward an end goal, you create momentum.

The story of how one person turned an idea into a way to help others.

In this series, my goal is to provide you with different, positive solutions to help you overcome procrastination.

Workaholics and procrastinators can't win when it comes to play. If you play, you feel guilty; and if you don't play, you become so tired that you can’t do your best work.

If you love a pharmacist, why not show them how much you care by getting them a creative, cool gift this Valentine’s Day?

Exponential technology, which refers to technology that is doubling in power and speed each year despite a continuous drop in price.

Rather than have success in life and relish in it, we reject it and turn to procrastination because of our fear of winning.

Writing books is a great way to open new doors, or open the doors that currently might be closed to you.