YFP 252: One Pharmacist's Journey in Entrepreneurship and Independent Pharmacy

Apr 21, 2022

Emlah Tubuo, the owner and pharmacist in charge at Powell Pharmacy & founder of Emlah Naturals, a pharmaceutical-grade supplement line, shares why she decided to start her own business, the challenges she has had to overcome in starting and running a business, and how she defines personal and professional success.

Key Points From This Episode

•  Emlah’s professional background and training.
•  How Emlah was able to study abroad to further her career.
•  The first job Emlah had after graduating and what her role was.
•  Highlights of Emlah’s approach to pharmacy and health care.
•  What motivated Emlah to start her own business.
•  The first steps Emlah took when starting her business.
•  Tim and Emlah discuss when the best time is to start a business.
•  The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the business and lessons learned.
•  How Emlah keeps motivated to do her best every day.
•  We find out more about Emlah’s new business, Emlah Naturals.
•  Why people should implement lifestyle changes along with taking medication.
•  What Emlah’s definition of success is, both personally and professionally.

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode

• Powell Pharmacy
• Emlah Naturals
• YFP Planning: Financial Planning for Pharmacists
• Schedule a free Discovery Call with YFP Planning
• Refinance Your Student Loans with Splash Financial
• ​​The E-Myth Revisited: Why Most Small Businesses Don't Work and What to Do About It by Michael E. Gerber
• Ohio Pharmacists Association Annual Conference
• Connect with Emlah Naturals on Facebook
• Follow Emlah Naturals on Instagram: @emlahnaturals
• Your Financial Pharmacist Disclaimer and Disclosures