Success In Doses

What if the talent that comes most naturally to you is the very thing you're meant to build your life around? In this episode of Success in Doses: Becoming on Purpose, I sit down with pharmacist, entrepreneur, author, and residency-trained clinician Dr. Desiree Adams to talk about turning your natural gifts into meaningful impact. Long before pharmacy school, Desiree discovered a passion for...

What happens when grief uncovers the very gift you were meant to share with the world? In this episode of Success in Doses: Becoming on Purpose, I sit down with pharmacist, author, and storyteller Dr. June for a deeply personal conversation about loss, healing, creativity, and having the courage to pursue the dreams you've been carrying for years. After the sudden loss of her younger brother,...

In this episode of Success in Doses , I sit down with Dr. Kate Cozart, also known as The Resilient PharmD, for a powerful conversation about self-advocacy, burnout, imposter phenomenon, vulnerability and learner well-being in pharmacy training. Kate shares her own experience as a pharmacy student who looked successful on the outside while privately navigating major personal challenges. Together, w...

What if the secret to leadership wasn't becoming someone else, but becoming more of who you already are? In this episode of Success in Doses , I sit down with Dr. Brandi Hamilton, Director of Pharmacy, incoming President-Elect of the American Pharmacists Association (APhA), and one of the most authentic leaders I've had the privilege to learn from. Brandi shares her journey from pharmacy...

What does true advancement look like beyond job titles, promotions, and diversity initiatives? In this powerful episode of Success in Doses: Becoming on Purpose , I sit down with pharmacy executive, mentor, and advocate Dr. Chara Reed for an honest conversation about leadership, confidence, representation, mentorship, and the responsibility of collective advancement. With more than 30 years of exp...

In this deeply personal episode of Success in Doses , I sit down with pharmacist, advocate, and healthcare leader Jerilyn Arneson for one of the most honest conversations we've ever had on the podcast. Jerilyn shares her journey through chronic pain, prescription medication dependence, substance use disorder, mental health challenges, and the difficult decision to seek treatment and pursue so...

What if the career you’re looking for in pharmacy doesn’t already exist yet? In this episode of Success in Doses: Becoming on Purpose , I sit down with Ashley Kay Pendrick, CEO of ProsperRx Consulting and co-founder of the Primary Care Pharmacy Institute, for a powerful conversation about creating meaningful work, redefining success, and building a pharmacy career that aligns with who you actually...

In this episode of Success in Doses , I sit down with George Okpamen for a powerful conversation about legacy, leadership, and redefining your relationship with failure. From being denied fellowships to becoming a senior leader at Genentech and co-founding a national leadership organization, Dr. Okpamen shares the real story behind success, one filled with setbacks, pivots, and relentless growth....

What if the career path everyone told you to follow isn’t actually the one meant for you? In this powerful episode of Success in Doses, Saley sits down with Dr. Saba Sayed, clinical pharmacist, TEDx speaker, executive leader, and career coach, for a conversation about courage, career pivots, resilience, and building a professional life that truly aligns with who you are. Dr. Saba shares how a pers...

What does it take to keep going when life keeps getting harder? In this deeply moving episode of Success in Doses, Saley sits down with Dr. Brigitte Ouabo, oncology pharmacist, educator, mentor, and founder of The Rookie Pharmacist, for a powerful conversation about resilience, faith, purpose, and turning adversity into authority. Dr. Ouabo shares her incredible story of immigrating alone to the U...

In this episode of Success in Doses, I sit down with Precious Craig, fourth-year student pharmacist, national student leader, and changemaker, for a powerful conversation about stepping into leadership before you feel ready. Precious shares her journey from co-founding an SNPhA chapter at the University of Arizona to becoming national president, all while balancing pharmacy school, personal challe...

In this episode of Success in Doses, I sit down with executive coach and leadership strategist Saran Traore for a powerful conversation about identity, career alignment, and what it really means to grow on purpose. We talk about the pressure high achievers face, how success is often defined for us before we define it for ourselves, and why so many professionals reach their goals only to feel unful...

Season two of Success in Doses starts with a real, honest reset. In this solo episode, I reflect on the journey of season one, what it took to build this podcast from the ground up, and the lessons that completely shifted how I think about success, growth, and impact.  From hitting early milestones to navigating self-doubt and consistency, this episode is about what happens when you decide to bet...

There was a point where life felt full… but not fulfilled. Full of responsibility. Full of expectations. Full of roles you’re doing your best to show up for every single day. And still, there’s that quiet question in the background: Is there more? In this Season 2 trailer of Success in Doses , Dr. Saley Traore-Uwalaka shares the personal story behind the podcast and the unexpected journey that cam...

Didn’t match for pharmacy residency? Take a breath… this is not the end of your story. In this powerful bonus episode of Success in Doses , Dr. Saley Traore-Uwalaka breaks down exactly what to do next if you find yourself heading into Pharmacy Residency Phase II. Whether you're feeling disappointed, confused, or unsure where to start, this episode gives you both the mindset shift and the stra...

This season wasn’t loud. There were no fireworks or big viral moments. But it was a season of becoming. In the Season One finale of Success in Doses , Saley reflects on what it really looks like to build something from scratch, grow through grief, and show up consistently even when the progress feels quiet. This episode isn’t a recap. It’s a reflection for anyone who is in the early stages of a dr...

Heading to the ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting for the first time? This episode breaks down the five things every first-time attendee and residency candidate should know before stepping into the biggest pharmacy conference of the year. From how to navigate the residency showcase to the sessions, poster halls, and mixers that actually move your career forward, I’m giving you simple, practical advice...

Most residency applicants show up to Midyear believing the showcase is the main event. The truth is, your biggest opportunities at the ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting happen outside the showcase — in the hallways, the coffee lines, the poster sessions, and the conversations you don’t plan for. In this episode of Success in Doses , I’m breaking down three strategic moves every residency candidate sho...

In this episode, we’re talking about the side of humility no one warns you about — the part that makes you shrink yourself in the exact moments when you should be representing your experience with clarity and confidence. If you’ve ever softened the truth about what you’ve actually done because you didn’t want to sound “too much,” this conversation is for you. I break down how humility shows up in...

Summary In this episode, Saley discusses the concept of fear, particularly in the context of residency applications. She emphasizes how fear can reveal what we deeply care about and how it often stems from anxiety about performance. The conversation explores practical tools for reframing fear, including naming it, preparing with purpose, and connecting to one's 'why'. Saley shares h...

Pharmacy residency season is officially here, and so is PhORCAS. In this episode, host Saley breaks down everything you need to know to navigate the PhORCAS application with confidence. From transcripts and letters of intent to CV uploads and program-specific questions, Saley shares five practical tips that help you stand out before interview season even begins. Whether you’re submitting your firs...

Summary Are you applying for a pharmacy residency and wondering what your real chances are? In this episode, Saley, pharmacist, residency coach, and founder of ReziPrep360, breaks down 10 years of match statistics, dives into the 2024 PGY-1 and PGY-2 match data, and reveals the behavioral patterns of candidates who match successfully. You’ll learn how pharmacy residency match statistics impact you...

Summary In this episode, Saley Traore-Uwalaka discusses the essential traits and strategies that student pharmacists need to secure a match in pharmacy residency programs. Emphasizing clarity, authenticity, and discipline, she shares insights on articulating personal motivations, identifying non-negotiables, and the importance of storytelling in applications. The conversation highlights the signif...

Summary In this episode, Saley discusses the significance of networking in the residency application process, emphasizing that residency programs select people, not just applications. She provides practical tools for effective networking, including the importance of clarity, curiosity, and follow-up. Saley encourages listeners to build meaningful relationships and maintain visibility in their prof...

Summary In this episode of Success in Doses, Saley discusses the importance of mindset and program fitness for those applying to residency and fellowship programs. The conversation emphasizes the need for candidates to shift their perspective from seeking acceptance to evaluating whether a program aligns with their personal and professional goals. Key topics include understanding program missions,...