About this episode
From the sun-soaked hills of Tuscany to the halls of British pharmacy education, this week's episode features Craig Ndip. Craig Ndip is the Vice President of the British Pharmaceutical Students' Association (BPSA) and a fourth-year pharmacy student. He grew up in the beautiful hills of Tuscany, Italy, where he developed a love for food and landscapes. After moving to the UK as a teenager without knowing English, Craig overcame significant challenges to pursue his education. Alongside his academic pursuits, he found immense fulfillment in helping others through volunteering as a first aider, which sparked his passion for healthcare. Craig is working hard to learn everything he can about patient care, with the goal of becoming an exceptional healthcare professional who can make a difference in his community.Craig shares his remarkable journey of moving from Italy to the UK at age 16, overcoming language barriers, depression, and imposter syndrome to become a leader in pharmacy education. This isn't just a story about moving countries—it's about building a new family within pharmacy, turning strangers into lifelong friends, and discovering that sometimes the bravest thing you can do is start over.In This EpisodeCraig's emotional journey from Italy to the UK at 16 without knowing EnglishHow the initial isolation and language barrier led to depression and self-doubtThe breakthrough moment that changed his trajectoryFinding his path to pharmacy after originally planning to study medicineBuilding resilience through adaptation and stepping outside his comfort zoneHow joining university clubs (especially American football) helped him discover his talent for connecting with peopleHis journey from shy international student to BPSA Vice PresidentCraig's leadership philosophy of empowering othersPlans for his foundation year in split community and GP practiceJOIN MY NEWSLETTER COMMUNITY:This isn't your typical pharmacy newsletter - it's a weekly mentoring session delivered straight to your inbox, packed with actionable insights for ambitious pharmacy students. Each week, I share:Building multiple income streams while maintaining clinical practiceTime management secrets and productivity hacks I swear by ?Systems and strategies that keep it all running smoothly ??Personal reflections on growth, failure, and resilienceBehind-the-scenes looks at podcast production and brand buildingIf you are ready to think differently about your future in pharmacy, sign up ??? ?HERE???!PARTNERSHIPS and DISCOUNTS:The Naked Pharmacy is a brand I LOVE and use
