Pharmacy coach and influencer Emily Griffin proudly balances a number of roles, including consultant, hospital pharmacist, rural pharmacist liaison officer and training program developer

“I love sharing my skills and vast experience with others to help them become better,” Griffin told the AJP Podcast host Carlene McMaugh.

However, at a former organisation, she dealt with rampant bullying and toxicity from a manager – and decided to speak out about it. 

“I didn’t want to not do anything about it and potentially miss that opportunity to stop others from experiencing what I had experienced in that workplace,” she said. 

“I’m sure I’m not alone in this experience, where the people higher up then tried to blame me as the victim, tried to sweep it under the carpet, tried to threaten me, and also tried to silence me.”

Griffin shares her key lessons with McMaugh, including how she regained confidence after the incident. 

Other highlights include: 

• 4.10 – How Emily balances the many different hats she wears. 


• 16.03 – The experience of seeing others silenced when they addressed bullying. 


• 20.02 – Advice to others if HR isn’t responding in the expected or appropriate way. 


• 23.36 – The warning signs or red flags of a toxic environment. 


• 28.01 – How speaking out has led to more opportunities for Emily.


• 36.00 – Tips for pharmacists who may be doubting their workplace. 

You can access the full transcript of this podcast here. While we endeavour to ensure all important words and phrases are correct, please note there may be some minor inaccuracies in the transcription.

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