Introducing Bruce Kneeland; The Road Trip Guy | Pharmacy CrossRoads

Pharmacy CrossRoads Interview Sheet Podcast #3 – Introducing Bruce Kneeland; The Road Trip Guy In the Third Episode of the brand-new podcast series called Pharmacy CrossRoads, Todd Eury, founder and CEO of The Pharmacy Podcast Network Interviews Pharmacy CrossRoads host Bruce Kneeland. Kneeland talks about how he became the Road Trip guy, and explains just what a road trip entrails. We think you’ll be surprised at how much work goes into organizing one. More importantly Kneeland tells us for of the key pharmacy success principles has distilled from the hundreds of interviews he has held with pharmacy owners all across the country. . So, Bruce, to start can you provide a brief overview of your career in pharmacy - who are you, and what brought you to this point? Whew, so, that’s a lot of jobs – how did all of that lead to becoming The Road Trip guy What are the biggest take ways that apply to our listeners today – you know – with low reimbursement, egregious audits, DIR fees, mail order, etc. What have you learned that will help pharmacy owners today? Do something other than pharmacy and do it exceptionally well Atmosphere, ambiance, looks matters Most people won’t, but a few will pay Have a “can do” attitude. Grit Management matters Have a noble purpose Sell you staff Delegate Be flexible, try new things, fail forward So what is a road trip – do you just get in your car and take off and drop in on pharmacies Have an idea, theme Get magazine to cover Find a sponsor Search for exceptional pharmacies Not all pharmacies get to be those that work with the sponsor Separated by about 200-300 miles, leap frog Not doing the same thing – something special Call to see if they will, a few won’t or can’t Schedule the visit Make travel arrangements This episode is sponsored by: UltiGuard Safe Pack is the only pen needle product that comes with an all-in-one sharps container. Learn more about why UltiGuard Safe Pack is the best choice for your patients and your pharmacy. Learn more UltiGuard Safe Pack https://www.ulticare.com/ultiguard-safe-pack/podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices