If you're a pharmacist considering a career pivot — whether into consulting, remote care, or something entirely different — chances are you’ve wrestled with the big, looming what ifs:

• What if it doesn’t work?

• What if I’m not qualified?

• What if I make the wrong decision?

Welcome to the space where so many professionals find themselves: uncertainty.

But here’s the truth — uncertainty doesn’t mean you’re doing something wrong. It often means you’re doing something new.

So how do you move forward when clarity feels just out of reach? Let’s dive in.

1. Decide from your why, not just your worry

Fear-based decisions often keep us looping in the same patterns. Start by asking:

• What do I want more of in my career — flexibility, impact, income growth?

• What am I trying to move toward, not just away from?

When your decisions are rooted in values — like purpose, freedom, or family time — they become compass points. Not guarantees, but guides.

2. Use the “Regret Test”

This is a simple, powerful question:

If I look back five years from now, which decision would I regret not making?

Fear of failure is real, but fear of regret often cuts deeper. Many pharmacists tell me their biggest regret isn’t that they tried something new — it’s that they waited too long to do it.

3. Adopt a “low-stakes” mindset shift

Not every step is a leap. Not every decision has to be forever.
Think of your next move as a pilot test. A first draft. An experiment.

This mindset:

• Takes the pressure off “perfect decisions”

• Opens you up to learning (not just succeeding)

• Helps you build momentum

4. Gather clarity by taking action (not the other way around)

We often wait for certainty before we make a move. But ironically, clarity comes from movement.

Want to explore remote pharmacy consulting?

• Schedule a discovery call.

• Connect with others doing it.

• Learn how the business model works.

Every small step creates data points. Confidence doesn’t come first — evidence does.

5. Educate yourself on alternative paths

If you’ve only worked in retail or hospital settings, it’s normal for remote opportunities to feel… vague. The unknown can feel risky — but often, it's just unfamiliar.

Take time to:

• Learn about Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) and Chronic Care Management (CCM)

• Explore how pharmacists are using their licenses differently

• Understand the earning potential and time commitment

This is where programs like The Pivot Program come in — to remove the guesswork and provide structure, guidance, and community as you transition.

6. Talk it out with someone who gets it

We aren’t meant to make life-changing decisions in isolation.
Whether it’s a mentor, coach, or peer — talk it through.

Often, someone else can spot your blind spots or reflect back what’s already clear deep down.

Final Thoughts:

Uncertainty is part of every big move — but it doesn’t have to paralyze you.
With the right support, mindset, and next steps, you can make career decisions that are both bold and grounded.

Ready to start your pivot with more clarity and confidence?

📩 Let’s chat.

If you’re exploring remote pharmacy consulting but unsure where to start, let’s talk about how The Pivot Program can give you the roadmap you need — and the momentum to follow through.