How do you know when it’s time to leave a job you actually love?

Sometimes career growth isn't about escaping a bad situation. Sometimes the hardest career decision is recognizing that a role that once helped you grow can no longer take you where you want to go.

In this episode of Success in Doses: Becoming on Purpose, I sit down with pharmacist, healthcare leader, national speaker, mentor, and 2026 Black Health Connect 40 Under 40 honoree Dr. Brandon L. Keith for a candid conversation about career transitions, professional growth, networking, mentorship, resilience, and knowing when it’s time to move.

Brandon's pharmacy career started more than 20 years ago as a grocery store cashier before he was invited to work in the pharmacy. That opportunity eventually led him to pharmacy school, residency training, solid organ transplant, specialty pharmacy, clinical leadership, and ultimately his current national role at the intersection of clinical care, operations, and strategy. 

But his career wasn't built by simply climbing the ladder.

After spending nearly a decade at Johns Hopkins, Brandon reached a difficult realization: he loved his job, but he had outgrown it.

Leaving meant walking away from expertise, seniority, relationships, comfort, and an organization where he had built his professional identity. His next move required a leap of faith, including an intense Baltimore-to-Washington, D.C. commute, becoming a people leader for the first time, and taking responsibility for building programs and leading specialty pharmacy accreditation. 

And then, just 18 months later, another opportunity found him.

In this conversation, we unpack how Brandon has learned to recognize when it's time to stay, when it's time to move, and why your career sometimes requires you to become a beginner again.

In this episode, we discuss: starting a pharmacy career as a cashier and technician; building relationships with mentors before you know where your career is headed; using faculty and professional organizations to expand your opportunities; choosing residency and discovering transplant pharmacy; building expertise without chasing credentials for the sake of titles; recognizing when you've outgrown a role you still love; taking calculated career risks; why networking should happen before you need something; dealing with rejection and continuing anyway; transitioning from clinician to people leader; and navigating uncertainty when the next career move isn't completely clear. 

If you're successful on paper but quietly wondering whether you've outgrown where you are, this conversation is for you.

You don't always have to be unhappy to know it's time to move.

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What happens when you finally achieve the career you dreamed about—and realize you're still becoming?

In this episode of Success in Doses: Becoming on Purpose, I sit down with physician, former biopharmaceutical executive and Chief Medical Officer, author, and leadership strategist Dr. Ike Ogbaa for a powerful conversation about career reinvention, failure, impact, ownership, and building a legacy.

At just 10 years old, Ike knew he wanted to solve problems in healthcare. After watching a classmate struggle with sickle cell disease, he dreamed of one day helping find a cure. Years later, after immigrating to the United States from Nigeria, attending Yale University, becoming a physician, and transitioning into the biopharmaceutical industry, he would eventually help launch a gene therapy for sickle cell disease. 

But achieving the dream wasn't the end of his story.

Ike shares why he left clinical practice to pursue impact at scale, how he learned to use failure as fuel, and why he believes our careers can evolve through five stages: survival, achievement, impact, ownership, and legacy.

Dr. Ike also shares the story behind Dr. Ike's Triangle of Leadership and Follow Zuri, and why this chapter of his career is increasingly focused on ownership—owning his platform, intellectual property, voice, problems he chooses to solve, and ultimately the legacy he leaves behind. 

If you've worked hard to build the career you once wanted but find yourself wondering “What's next?”, this episode is for you.

Sometimes reaching the goal isn't the end of the journey.

Sometimes it's permission to dream bigger.

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How many dreams stay on hold because we're "getting ready to get ready"?

In this episode of Success in Doses: Becoming on Purpose, I sit down with pharmacist, entrepreneur, speaker, and leadership coach Dr. Jerrica Dodd for a powerful conversation about confidence, fear, entrepreneurship, and the hidden cost of waiting until you feel ready.

For years, many of us have believed that confidence comes first—that another degree, another certification, or another accomplishment will finally make us feel qualified enough to start.

Jerrica challenges that belief. She reminds us that confidence isn't where the journey begins. It's what gets built every time you choose to move forward despite uncertainty.

In this episode, we discuss:

•  Why confidence is built, not born 
•  The difference between preparation and procrastination 
•  Why "getting ready to get ready" keeps us stuck 
•  Learning to commit to yourself before asking others to believe in you 
•  How fear never disappears—it simply loses its power 
•  Why comparison quietly steals momentum 
•  What it means to fail publicly and keep moving 
•  Building a business without waiting for perfect timing 
•  Choosing your health without believing you've failed 
•  Why your story is your greatest asset 
•  The importance of checking your heart, your mouth, and your circle 
•  Giving yourself grace while pursuing extraordinary goals 

One of the most memorable moments from this conversation was when Jerrica said: "If you spend all this time getting ready to get ready, it's stall tactics all day long."That one sentence captures what this entire episode is about.

If you've been waiting for the perfect moment to launch the business, apply for the opportunity, share your idea, or finally bet on yourself, this conversation is your reminder that confidence doesn't come before action.

It comes because of it.

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What if your personal brand is the reason opportunities find you before you ever apply?

In this episode of Success in Doses: Becoming on Purpose, I sit down with pharmacist, public health expert, media strategist, and branding consultant Dr. Christina Madison to explore what it really takes to build a personal brand that creates opportunities, earns trust, and stands the test of time.

With more than 250 national media appearances and over two decades of leadership experience, Christina shares why the strongest personal brands aren't built on gimmicks or social media trends. They're built on authenticity, intentionality, consistency, and a reputation that speaks before you enter the room.

Whether you're a pharmacy student, healthcare professional, entrepreneur, or emerging leader, this conversation will help you think differently about how you build credibility and position yourself as the person people remember and recommend.

In this episode, we discuss:

•  Why your name can be your most powerful brand 
•  The biggest misconceptions about personal branding 
•  How to identify who you serve and the problem you solve 
•  Why authenticity alone isn't enough without intentionality 
•  Building a digital footprint that attracts opportunities 
•  The power of reputation, collaboration, and social proof 
•  Protecting your intellectual property and personal brand 
•  Mistakes that can quietly damage your credibility 
•  Why consistency creates trust 
•  How to embrace the "messy yes" while building your career

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Who's making the biggest decisions about your career?

Is it you—or are fear, expectations, other people's opinions, and circumstances quietly deciding your next move?

In this episode of Success in Doses: Becoming on Purpose, I sit down with leadership strategist, entrepreneur, and digital transformation expert Christina L. Glancy for one of the most thought-provoking conversations of the season.

As a first-generation professional, Christina shares how she learned to stop waiting for permission and start intentionally designing a career aligned with her purpose, values, and long-term vision. Together, we explore what it truly means to become the CEO of your own career—not by chasing titles, but by taking ownership of your decisions, your influence, and your legacy.

If you've ever questioned whether you belong, struggled with imposter syndrome, or wondered how to build a meaningful career without losing yourself in the process, this conversation is for you.

In this episode, we discuss:

•  What it really means to become the CEO of your own career 
•  Why belonging is something you cultivate—not something you wait to receive 
•  Making courageous decisions even when uncertainty is present 
•  Why influence matters more than titles 
•  The underestimated role of systems and communication in leadership 
•  Building trust through authentic relationships 
•  Why hardship is part of the process 
•  How to stop waiting for permission and start leading your own career 
•  Defining success beyond promotions, titles, and external validation 

Whether you're a student pharmacist, resident, healthcare professional, entrepreneur, or emerging leader, this conversation will challenge you to think differently about ownership, confidence, and leadership.

Because no one else can become the CEO of your career for you.

Connect with Christina L. Glancy : https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinalglancy/

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Chapters

00:00 Welcome to Success in Doses
02:10 What it means to become the CEO of your career
05:20 Why waiting for permission keeps people stuck
09:20 Understanding belonging and professional identity
14:00 Building a business while embracing uncertainty
16:30 The hidden power of systems and communication
19:30 How assumptions undermine leadership
23:20 The foundation every meaningful career needs
24:50 Teaching influence, confidence, and personal branding
30:30 "You are already enough"
33:50 Christina's definition of success and legacy
38:10 Key takeaways from the conversation

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What if success isn't about following someone else's blueprint, but creating one that's true to who you are?

In this episode of Success in Doses: Becoming on Purpose, I sit down with pharmacist, educator, entrepreneur, and mentor Dr. Libby Shelton for a conversation about building a career that's rooted in purpose, authenticity, and continuous growth.

As a first-generation college graduate, Libby understands what it's like to navigate pharmacy without a roadmap. Through mentorship, reflection, and a commitment to serving others, she built Learn with Libby, a thriving platform that helps future pharmacists grow not only as professionals but as people.

Together, we explore what it means to define success on your own terms and why your career should evolve as you do.

In this episode, we discuss:

•  How mentorship changed the trajectory of Libby's career 
•  Building a career around your values instead of external expectations 
•  Why self-reflection is one of the most important career skills 
•  The power of authenticity in leadership 
•  Creating meaningful communities through Learn with Libby 
•  Navigating self-doubt as a first-generation professional 
•  Why your career path can change without changing your purpose 
•  Building something today that your younger self would have needed 

Whether you're a student pharmacist, resident, healthcare professional, entrepreneur, or simply trying to build a career that feels aligned with who you are, this conversation will encourage you to grow intentionally, lead authentically, and never stop reflecting on the person you're becoming.

Connect with Dr. Libby Shelton

 🌐 Connect with Dr. Libby: 

 https://www.instagram.com/learnwithlibby.rx

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What does it take to build something you've never seen before?

In this episode of Success in Doses: Becoming on Purpose, I sit down with pharmacist, entrepreneur, author, and pharmacy owner Dr. Jade Ranger for an honest conversation about courage, entrepreneurship, representation, and the resilience required to build something from the ground up.

Together with her husband, Dr. Henry Ranger, Jade co-founded The Prescription Shoppe, an independent pharmacy created with one goal in mind: bringing patient-centered care back to the heart of the community. Today, they're also helping other aspiring pharmacy owners navigate the path they once had to figure out on their own.

But this conversation goes far beyond pharmacy ownership.

Jade shares how she overcame self-doubt in pharmacy school, why fear never completely disappears, what it means to intentionally create opportunities for others, and why representation isn't simply about visibility. It's about making sure someone else can see what's possible.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Overcoming self-doubt in pharmacy school
• Building an independent pharmacy from scratch
• The realities of entrepreneurship and leading a growing team
• Why representation matters in healthcare
• Creating opportunities for future Black pharmacy owners
• The importance of mentorship and lifting others as you climb
• Leading with purpose instead of fear
• Why waiting until you're "ready" keeps many people from pursuing their dreams

Whether you're a pharmacy student, entrepreneur, healthcare professional, or someone preparing to build something that doesn't yet exist, this conversation will challenge you to move forward even when the path isn't clear.

Because sometimes becoming who you're meant to be means becoming what you've never had the opportunity to see.

Connect with Dr. Jade Ranger
Follow Dr. Jade Ranger on LinkedIn and Instagram to learn more about her work, The Prescription Shoppe, and Ranger Consulting.

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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 teaching. What began as tutoring children through her church eventually grew into a successful business, Brighter Futures Tutoring Services, helping students of all ages build confidence and succeed academically. Along the way, she became an author, created NAPLEX study resources for pharmacy students, and continues to inspire others by leading with faith and purpose.

Throughout our conversation, Desiree shares how prayer, service, and trusting God's timing have shaped every major decision in her life and career.

In this episode, we discuss:

• How to recognize and develop your natural gifts
• Turning service into entrepreneurship
• Building a business while pursuing pharmacy
• Why faith is the foundation of every decision
• Becoming an author and self-publishing your first book
• Why networking can change the trajectory of your career
• Finding purpose through serving others
• The importance of journaling, reflection, and trusting your own path

Whether you're a student, resident, entrepreneur, or healthcare professional wondering what's next, this conversation will encourage you to trust your gifts, embrace your purpose, and take the first step.

"The talent that God gave you was never meant to stay hidden. It was meant to serve someone else."

📚 Connect with Dr. Desiree Adams
Instagram: @desire.k.adams

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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, writing became more than a hobby. It became a lifeline. More than two decades later, that same creative outlet led her to publish her novels and finally share her voice with the world.

Together we discuss:

•  How grief can uncover purpose 
•  The courage it takes to finally publish your work 
•  Balancing motherhood, pharmacy, and creative passions 
•  Why representation matters in storytelling 
•  Preserving culture through literature 
•  The importance of taking small, intentional steps toward your dreams 
•  Why waiting for the "perfect time" often means waiting forever 

Whether you're an aspiring author, healthcare professional, entrepreneur, or someone who has put a dream on hold, this conversation will remind you that your gifts deserve to be shared.

Sometimes the first step toward your purpose is simply deciding to begin.

Connect with Dr. June at www.drjunebooks.com 

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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, we discuss why authenticity matters, how imposter thoughts show up in students and residents, and why asking for support is not a weakness.

This episode is especially for pharmacy students, APPE students, residents, preceptors and new practitioners who are trying to succeed without losing themselves in the process.

We talk about growth mindset, psychological safety, burnout warning signs, boundaries, self-compassion, and why staying connected to what matters is essential for long-term success in pharmacy.

Connect with Kate at https://www.theresilientpharmd.com/ 

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