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Calm The Pharm Podcast
by Sarah Stoddart
Welcome to Calm the Pharm - where pharmacy business meets legal wisdom, minus the headache. In each episode, we share practical legal tips and real life examples to help you run your pharmacy with confidence.
Episodes
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Ep 57 - Before You Sell: The art of preparation in pharmacy sales
In this episode of the Calm the Pharm podcast, host Sarah Stoddart provides essential legal advice for pharmacy owners looking to sell their business. She emphasises the importance of preparation and understanding the legal intricacies involved in the selling process. To illustrate the importance...
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Ep 56 - Ready, Set, Submit: Preparing for the PBS approval process
In this episode of the Calm the Pharm podcast, host Sarah Stoddart delves into the critical PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme) approval process involved in owning a pharmacy in Australia. This discussion follows the previous episode, which highlighted different practices by buyers that…
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Ep 55 - Unlocking Pharmacy Ownership: Key considerations for aspiring buyers
In this episode of the Calm the Pharm podcast, host Sarah Stoddart provides a comprehensive overview of the essential considerations when buying a pharmacy in Australia, emphasising the unique regulatory landscape in which pharmacies operate. She outlines key strategies that differentiate smart...
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Ep 54 - Navigating Annual Leave: Essential insights for pharmacy owners
In this episode of the Calm the Pharm podcast, host Sarah Stoddart discusses critical aspects of leave entitlements under the Pharmacy Industry Award, with a focus on annual leave, its cash-out options, and managing excessive leave accruals. The episode aims to equip pharmacy owners with…
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Ep 53 - From HMRs to Meals: Understanding pharmacy employee allowances
In this episode of the Calm the Pharm podcast, host Sarah Stoddart continues her discussion of the Pharmacy Industry Award, specifically focusing on Clause 19, which pertains to various employee allowances that pharmacy employers must consider. The podcast outlines key allowances that may be...
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Ep 52 - Pharmacy Industry Award Insights: The Right to Disconnect
In this episode of the Calm the Pharm podcast, host Sarah Stoddart discusses the Pharmacy Industry Award, particularly focusing on Clause 13a, which addresses the employee's right to disconnect. This relatively new law in Australia allows employees to refrain from monitoring, reading, or…
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Ep 51 - The Great Debate: Is the time spent online worth it for your business?
In this episode of the Calm the Pharm podcast, host Sarah Stoddart shares insights from her recent experience at Leanne Hughes's Con Con, a conference designed for a diverse group of professionals including consultants, facilitators, and business owners. The event emphasised skill-building over...
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Ep 50 - Protecting Your Interests: The case for contract reviews
In this episode of the Calm the Pharm podcast, host Sarah Stoddart emphasises the importance of having contracts reviewed by a legal professional before signing them. She highlights a common mistake where individuals wait to submit signed contracts to their solicitors for review, which can lead…
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Ep 49 - Navigating Security Interests: PPSR essentials
In this episode of the Calm the Pharm podcast, host Sarah Stoddart discusses the critical role of the Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) in pharmacy businesses. The podcast highlights the importance of planning and communication in transactions, particularly around payments and stock...
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Ep 48 - Polishing Perceptions: How minor enhancements can boost your brand
Calm The Pharm is brought to you by your host, Sarah Stoddart. Sarah is the founder and director of Vitality Law Australia, a boutique law firm which provides small business owners and healthcare professionals across Australia with clear legal pathways and peace of mind. She is recognised as a...
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Ep 47 - Time's Ticking: Are you ready to apply for your QLD Pharmacy Business Licence?
In this episode , host Sarah Stoddart provides critical information for Queensland pharmacy owners regarding the pharmacy business license application process established by the Queensland Pharmacy Business Ownership Council. With the legislative changes that took effect on November 1, 2025,...
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Ep 46 - The Communication Gap: How AI creates confusion
In this episode of the Calm the Pharm podcast, host Sarah Stoddart discusses the implications of using artificial intelligence (AI) in legal services, particularly for pharmacy clients. She delves into how AI is affecting communication and the collaborative process between clients and their legal...
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Ep 45 - Preparing for the Unexpected: Navigating life events in partnerships
In this final episode, host Sarah Stoddart emphasises the importance of planning for unexpected life events within pharmacy partnerships. The episode outlines critical life events that should be carefully considered in partnership agreements and discusses options to mitigate the associated risks....
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Ep 44 - Pharmacy Partnerships: Choosing the right path for dispute resolution
In this episode of "Calm the Pharm," host Sarah Stoddart discusses the crucial topic of dispute resolution within pharmacy partnerships, aiming to demystify the process and provide practical legal insights. The objective is to equip pharmacy owners with the understanding and tools necessary to...
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Ep 43 - When Partners Leave: Navigating retirement and exit plans
In today’s podcast episode, we delve deeper into the crucial topic of retirement and exit strategies within partnership agreements, emphasising the significance of exit clauses in ensuring a smooth transition when one partner decides to leave. This is the third part of our exploration into...
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Ep 42 - Money Matters: Navigating money in partnership
Welcome to the Calm the Pharm podcast, where legal insights meet pharmacy business. In this episode, hosted by Sarah Stoddart, we delve into the second part of our discussion on partnerships, focusing specifically on money and profit distribution. One critical point emphasised is the divergent...
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Ep 41 - Decisions, Decisions: Crafting the ideal clause for pharmacy partnerships
In this episode of the "Calm the Pharm" podcast, host Sarah Stoddart delves into the critical aspects of partnership agreements, focusing on the vital decision-making clause. This episode is the first in a series addressing the importance of properly drafted clauses and how their omission can…
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Ep 40 - Building the Future: Considerations for your pharmacy fitout or expansion
In this episode of the Calm the Pharm podcast, host Sarah Stoddart discusses essential aspects of pharmacy fit-outs and expansions, emphasising the legal and operational considerations that pharmacy owners must navigate to ensure a smooth process. Being well-informed and proactive at the outset…
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Ep 39 - The Ripple Effect: How one bad experience can cost you
In this episode of the Calm the Pharm podcast, host Sarah Stoddart shares insights on how the quality of your team, including third-party contractors, can significantly influence your pharmacy's reputation and customer experience. The discussion begins with a personal anecdote involving a...
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Ep 38 - Navigating the Pharmacy Location Rules : Your Essential Guide - Part 4
In this episode of the Calm the Pharm podcast, host Sarah Stoddart explores the complex requirements of pharmacy location rules, specifically focusing on the legal necessity that the proposed premises can operate as a pharmacy under relevant local and state laws pertaining to land development.…
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Ep 37 - Navigating the Pharmacy Location Rules : Your Essential Guide - Part 3
In this episode of the Calm the Pharm podcast, host Sarah Stoddart delves into two essential requirements related to pharmacy location rules, aimed at helping pharmacy owners navigate legal standards. This episode is part three of their ongoing series, continuing to build on previous discussions....
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Ep 36 - Navigating the Pharmacy Location Rules : Your Essential Guide - Part 2
In this episode of the Calm the Pharm podcast, host Sarah Stoddart delves into the critical requirement of having a legal right to occupy the premises when making an application under the Pharmacy Location Rules. Attention to detail is paramount in ensuring compliance with the necessary pharmacy...
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Ep 35 - Navigating the Pharmacy Location Rules : Your Essential Guide - Part 1
In the first episode of Calm the Pharm podcast for 2026, host Sarah Stoddart outlines essential legal requirements for pharmacy location applications, focusing on the general requirements applicable to all pharmacy location rules. The discussion centers around two main conditions that must be met...
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Ep 34 - When the Landlord Changes: Safeguarding your lease
In this episode of the Calm the Pharm podcast, host Sarah Stoddart discusses a critical concern for pharmacy owners: what happens when a landlord sells the property where the pharmacy operates. Many businesses lease their premises, and when ownership changes hands, it can cause anxiety for…
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Ep 33 - Subleasing Success: Key points for pharmacy owners
In this episode of the Calm the Pharm podcast, host Sarah Stoddart discusses the critical aspects of subleasing for pharmacy owners in Australia. She emphasises that most pharmacy businesses operate under a lease agreement, typically with a third-party landlord or through ownership via structures...
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Ep 32 - The Pharmacy Industry Award: A must listen for employers
In this episode of the "Calm the Pharm" podcast, the focus is on the Pharmacy Industry Award, which governs the employment conditions for many working in the community pharmacy sector. Understanding this award is crucial for pharmacy business owners and managers, as it lays out key employment...
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Ep 31 - Partnership vs. Shareholding: Which structure is right for you?
In this episode of the Calm the Pharm podcast, host Sarah Stoddart discusses the critical distinctions between partnership and shareholding structures for pharmacy businesses. Building on last week’s focus on company structures, she clarifies common misconceptions regarding these ownership models...
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Ep 30 - Pharmacy Ownership 101: Choosing your business structure
In this episode of the Calm the Pharm podcast, host Sarah Stoddart discusses the critical decision of selecting the right business structure for pharmacists venturing into pharmacy ownership. She emphasises the importance of making this decision carefully as it can significantly impact taxation,...
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Ep 29 - Exploring Walk-In, Walk-Out contracts
In this episode of the Calm the Pharm podcast, host Sarah Stoddart addresses the concept of walk-in, walk-out contracts within the context of business transactions. She distinguishes between two main types of contracts: walk-in, walk-out contracts and other business sale agreements which…
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Ep 28 - Business Names : Legality, Process, and Protection
In this episode of the Calm the Pharm podcast, host Sarah Stoddart discusses the legal intricacies surrounding business names in Australia, focusing on registration, trading requirements, and the processes involved when selling or buying a business. The episode emphasises the importance of...
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Ep 27 - Ministerial Discretion: Your roadmap to pharmaceutical benefits approval
In this episode of the Calm the Pharm podcast, host Sarah Stoddart delves into the changes regarding ministerial discretion for pharmacy business applications, emphasising the importance of understanding the application process and recent legislative updates. Ministerial discretion allows…
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Ep 26 - Know before you grow: Legal insights for expanding pharmacies
In this episode of the Calm the Pharm podcast, hosted by Sarah Stoddart, the focus is on the critical aspects of expanding and contracting pharmacy premises, with a particular emphasis on the increasing trend of expansions in the pharmacy industry. With the movement towards a full scope of...
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Ep 25 - Compliance isn’t optional: Why every pharmacy must reassess data practices (Part 2)
In this episode, host Sarah Stoddart continues her two-part series on Privacy Act obligations, focusing on practical steps that pharmacy owners can take to ensure compliance and mitigate risks. Building on the previously discussed legislation and pitfalls, Sarah introduces a five-step health…
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Ep 24 - Best Practices for Privacy: Don't Let Good Intentions Lead to Breaches (Part 1)
Recent amendments to the Privacy Act require pharmacies to be more vigilant with patient data. Even a brief 10-second phone call, confirming Mrs Jones' date of birth or prescription details, can lead to a breach of privacy laws. In this episode, Sarah outlines the key changes to the legislation,...
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Ep 23 - The Application Maze: Understanding the new heights of regulatory scrutiny
In this episode, host Sarah Stoddart discusses current challenges faced by pharmacists dealing with regulatory matters during pharmacy business transactions. She emphasises the importance of compliance and consistency in document submissions to federal and state regulators, which has become...
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Ep 22 - Beyond the Price Tag: Hidden legal pitfalls in pharmacy transactions
In this episode podcast, host Sarah Stoddart discusses the critical legal considerations involved in pharmacy business transactions, especially around contracts. She emphasises the significance of thoroughly reviewing contracts before signing, as many buyers and sellers often rush into agreements...
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Ep 21 - From Contract to Consent: Steps for a successful lease assignment
In this episode, host Sarah Stoddart delves into the intricacies of lease assignment during the sale of a pharmacy business. Two critical documents in the assignment process are the sale contract and the existing lease. The sale contract will indicate the buyer’s preference for the lease…
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Ep 20 - When the Rent Goes Up: Options for Business Owners
In this episode, host Sarah Stoddart delves into lease agreements, specifically exploring landlords' rights to increase rent and strategies for business owners to navigate potential unfair increases. Given the current cost of living crisis, understanding lease obligations has become increasingly...
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Ep 19 - Personal Guarantees 101: Protecting your assets and relationships
In this episode, host Sarah Stoddart discusses the critical aspects of personal guarantees. Providing a personal guarantee is a significant financial decision that demands careful consideration of one’s financial responsibilities and risks. The implications of signing a guarantee can extend well...
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Ep 18 - Decoding employee entitlements: What buyers & sellers need to know
In this episode, host Sarah Stoddart delves into the critical subject of employee entitlements in the context of buying or selling a business, focusing particularly on the adjustments that need to be made during settlement. Employee entitlements often create confusion for both buyers and sellers,...
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Ep 17 - Navigating the Maze: Understanding Federal and State pharmacy requirements in Australia
In this episode, host Sarah Stoddart provides an insightful overview of the regulatory landscape for pharmacy businesses in Australia, emphasising the distinctions between federal and state requirements. Acknowledging the complexity and heavy regulation of pharmacies, Stoddart begins by…
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Ep 16 - Securing Your Space: The art of exercising lease options
In this episode, host Sarah Stoddart delves into leasing, specifically focusing on the critical process of exercising options on leases for pharmacy businesses. Recognising that many clients are often confused about their lease options, Sarah emphasises the importance of understanding both the...
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Ep 15 - Nature's Influence: How the outdoors can spark innovation
In this episode, host Sarah Stoddart discusses the critical importance of stepping outside your pharmacy business to foster personal and professional growth. Broadcasted from a unique "red carpet campout" with fellow business leaders near Brisbane, Sarah emphasises the need for business owners to...
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Ep 14 - Service with a smile: What Japanese retail can teach pharmacy businesses
In this episode of the "Calm the Pharm" podcast, host Sarah Stoddart explores the concept of service delivery through her experiences during a trip to Japan. She emphasises the importance of not just the transaction itself, but also how that transaction is presented and delivered to the customer....
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Ep 13 - The Tonkatsu Principle: Specialising to Stand Out
In this episode of the Calm the Farm podcast, host Sarah Stoddart, fresh from a five-week trip to Japan, shares insights from her travels that translate into practical lessons for the pharmacy business. The core theme of this episode revolves around the importance of focusing on expertise to…
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Ep 12 - Conquering the Inbox: Achieving zero clutter for a clear mind
In this episode of the Calm the Pharm podcast, host Sarah Stoddart discusses the concept of "Inbox Zero," inspired by Leanne Hughes, a podcast host, corporate speaker, workshop creator and thought leader. Leanne shared about cluttered inbox, revealing she had over 300 emails, which prompted Sarah...
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Ep 11 - From Contract to Close: Employee considerations when selling your business
In this episode of the Calm the Pharm podcast, host Sarah Stoddart delves into the complexities of managing staff during the sale of a pharmacy business. With a focus on legal obligations and practical strategies, this episode builds on our previous discussion about informing employees of a sale,...
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Ep 10 - Six frustrations of a pharmacy lawyer
In this episode of the Calm the Pharm podcast, host Sarah Stoddart shares her frustrations regarding common issues in the pharmacy and legal professions, hoping to raise awareness and encourage better habits among listeners. She outlines six specific frustrations based on her experiences. In...
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Ep 9 - Stocktakes Simplified: Insights for pharmacy owners
In this episode of the Calm the Pharm podcast, host Sarah Stoddart addresses the important topic of stocktakes in pharmacy businesses. She begins by emphasising the significance of clearly defining stock levels and their implications when entering into contracts. Additionally, the podcast…
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Ep 8 - The Insurance Policy You’re Neglecting: Your Partnership Agreement
In this episode of the Calm the Pharm podcast, your host Sarah Stoddart delves into the indispensable role of partnership agreements—often overlooked yet essential documents for business owners. Join Sarah as she explores the ramifications of proceeding without a formal partnership deed, explains...
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Welcome to Calm the Pharm - where pharmacy business meets legal wisdom, minus the headache. In each episode, we share practical legal tips and real life examples to help you run your pharmacy with confidence.
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Sarah Stoddart
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Welcome to Calm the Pharm - where pharmacy business meets legal wisdom, minus the headache. In each episode, we share practical legal tips and real life examples to help you run your pharmacy with confidence.
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