In this episode of Pharmacy View Podcast’s Full Scope Pharmacy Leadership stream, host Chantelle Turner, a Pharmacist Leadership and Business Coach at TURN Pharmacy Leadership, is joined by Jacob Warner, CPD Manager at the Pharmaceutical Society of Australia. Join the conversation as Jacob shares their unique journey in the Pharmaceutical field, leading the reshaping of Pharmacy standards, and navigating the intricacies of project management with transparency and adaptability at the forefront. Discover the challenges, triumphs, and valuable insights into the collaborative process of defining standards for the dynamic pharmacy profession.

Jake starts the conversation by sharing about their diverse journey into the Pharmaceutical field, spanning academia, clinical Pharmacy, and publishing. As the project lead in reshaping Pharmacy standards, Jake highlights the collaborative efforts, inclusivity, and evolving goals of the project, resulting in a comprehensive set of standards applicable to all Pharmacists.

Diversity and inclusivity take center stage as Jacob discusses their transparent approach to shaping Pharmacy standards. They underline the importance of varied perspectives, setting the scene for each meeting, and documenting contentious points, ensuring everyone's voice is heard. The utilization of online platforms facilitates extended discussions, fostering an environment valuing diverse opinions beyond limited meeting times.

Jacob then details the challenges of revising Pharmacy standards, emphasizing the need for a contemporary and applicable approach. Unexpectedly transformative, the project aligns standards with the medicine management cycle. Jake's commitment to transparency is evident as they navigate through substantial changes, leading to a lengthy but valuable process marked by continuous modifications.

Project management intricacies are revealed as Jacob discusses the dynamic nature of chairing meetings. The importance of adapting to each chair's style, maintaining clear aims, and addressing points of contention is underscored. Challenges faced in writing standards are illuminated, highlighting the learning curve and the focus on consistency and clarity in communication.

Jacob's approach to project management involves leveraging online collaboration tools and maintaining a clear project timeline. The adaptability and flexibility of the Pharmacy profession are emphasized, aligning standards with daily frontline practices and recognizing the skills Pharmacists already possess.

Closing the loop in discussions is Jacob's key to progress, ensuring continuous dialogue, transparent decision-making, and alignment with project goals. Their leadership toolbox includes the essential tool of transparency, fostering collaboration where everyone's voice is valued.