What if the pharmacy career you thought you wanted was only scratching the surface of your potential? In this powerful episode, Dr. Judy Wright sits down with Dr. LaQuita Johnson—PharmD, Naplex Success Strategist, and Founder of PharmD to RPH—for a candid conversation on reimagining what’s possible in pharmacy and public health.
Whether you’re a pharmacy student, a healthcare professional at a crossroads, or an ambitious woman ready to pivot, this episode will challenge everything you thought you knew about career limitations and inspire you to align with your highest purpose.
Searchable Takeaways You’ll Love: ▪️What else can I do with a PharmD? ▪️How do I pivot in pharmacy without starting over? ▪️What are nontraditional pharmacy careers? ▪️Can pharmacists build a personal brand? ▪️How do I know when it’s time to change careers? ▪️How do I build resilience as a healthcare professional?
Chapters: 00:00 – Introduction to Pharmacy and Public Health 02:54 – Dr. LaQuita Johnson's Unexpected Path to Pharmacy 05:53 – Why Resilience is a Must in Healthcare 09:09 – Pivoting Careers Without Starting Over 12:04 – Failure with Purpose: Turning Setbacks Into Strategy 15:01 – The Pharmacist’s Hidden Role in Patient Outcomes 18:00 – From Clinical to Consulting: Embracing Change 20:58 – Prevention vs. Prescription: A Shift in Healthcare 26:59 – The Future of Pharmacy & Owning Your Personal Brand
✨ Mic Drop Moments: ▪️"Pharmacy is only limited if you are." – Dr. LaQuita Johnson ▪️"You're building a personal brand whether you realize it or not. The question is—what kind of brand are you building?" – Dr. LaQuita Johnson ▪️"Resilience isn't about doing more—it's about remembering your why, even on the hard days." – Dr. Judy Wright
💼 Work with Dr. Judy: Dr. Judy’s monthly Balance to Excellence workshops are designed for high-achieving healthcare professionals looking to reduce stress, increase impact, and protect their peace. 👉 Register here
🔗 How to Connect with Dr. LaQuita Johnson: 🌐 LaQuitaJohnson.com 📱 Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube: @LaQuitaJ 🗓️ Sign up for her newsletter & upcoming bootcamps: LaQuitaJohnson.com/connect
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