4.2026 Part 1: Show up. And continue to show up.

In this episode, APhA Member and specialty pharmacist from Walgreens Francisco Franco discusses how he's seen community pharmacy evolve in his 15 years of practice. He discusses key skills, attributes and characteristics that have led to his success such as having high emotional intelligence and being able to build a collaborative relationship. Lastly, he discusses his experiences and recommendations for staying engaged as a professional. Each month, APhA will release two podcast episodes featuring APhA Members offering a fresh dose of education highlights, practice pearls, and insights to inform your pharmacy practice and advance patient care. Listen to new episodes at your convenience! Members can log into their APhA pharmacist.com Learning Library account to successfully complete a short assessment at the end of each month to earn 0.5 hours of CE credits (.05 CEU). Tune in now on our website or subscribe via YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. Disclaimer: The content is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered or taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the opinions or positions of any entities they represent or its employees.