Negotiating your first job offer can feel intimidating—especially as a new grad. But this is your moment to advocate for yourself. From knowing your worth to understanding the full compensation package, the offer stage is where you have the most leverage. In this post, I share 7 practical tips to help new pharmacists confidently negotiate salary, benefits, and growth opportunities—so you can start your career on solid footing.

Negotiating your salary after a role change can feel uncomfortable—especially when you’re staying with the same company. This post walks you through how to professionally advocate for a pay increase, prepare for the conversation, and confidently negotiate compensation that reflects your new responsibilities.

People always ask me why I chose to become a pharmacist. Honestly, I rarely give the full story. Most of the time I just say, “Oh, this is my purpose,”  or “I wanted to help people.” And while that’s true, it doesn’t paint the full picture. Because let’s be real, every career is about serving and helping others in some way. So here’s the real run-down of why I chose pharmacy. The Early Days I knew from a young age that I wanted to work in healthcare. At first, I thought about