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Advocacy, PBM Reform Remain Crucial for Independent Pharmacy Survival

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The National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) is leading the way on PBM reform. Ginny Langbehn, vice president of marketing and communications at American Associated Pharmacies (AAP) sat down with B.

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CVS and Walgreens Walkouts: What Independent Pharmacies Should Know

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By understanding what led retail pharmacy team members to take these drastic actions, we can look at what independent pharmacies can do to avoid similar issues and also how independents can help members of these communities affected by the closures of retail chains.

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The Evolution of Patient Needs: How Independent Pharmacies Can Grow & Adapt

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In this changing environment, independent pharmacies face increasing competition from retail, online, regional, and mail-order pharmacies. To stay competitive, it is key for independent pharmacies to adapt to changing patient needs by leveraging technology and providing elevated patient care beyond their medication needs.

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The Case for Targeted Marketing for Independent Pharmacy Owners

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This is why independent pharmacies should focus more on targeted marketing. Independent pharmacy owners face the challenge of staying profitable while maintaining the personal touch that sets them apart. The post The Case for Targeted Marketing for Independent Pharmacy Owners first appeared on DiversifyRx.

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Enhancing Communication With Employees: The Power of The Disc Assessment

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The DISC personality assessment can help you identify your team member’s unique strengths and weaknesses, communication styles, and behavioral preferences. Each style represents unique behavioral tendencies, communication preferences, and decision-making approaches. Let’s review the four personality styles.

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How Delegation Can Transform Your Independent Pharmacy

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Effective delegation is a critical differentiator between highly successful independent pharmacy owners and those who barely get by. Pharmacy owners are often required to take on many roles to keep their pharmacy running, and you know that it can quickly become too much. Step 3: Make sure everyone is on the same page!

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Navigating DEA Compliance: Essential Insights for Independent Pharmacy Owners

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Many changes, requirements, and increases in enforcement are heading to independent pharmacy owners in November. In a recent podcast, Jeff Hedges from RJ Hedges shared with us some of the new items the DEA is looking for in your pharmacy. DiversifyRx is here to help you succeed with your independent pharmacy.