title: Things I wish I had known before becoming a pharmacy leader.
abstract: The Director's Forum series is designed to guide pharmacy leaders in establishing patient-centered services in hospitals and health systems. This month's article is intended to provide tips and guidance for new pharmacists who suddenly find themselves in managerial roles. While this can be a challenge, there is a network of colleagues within the profession who have also experienced this transition.
authors.affiliation: Corporate Vice President, West Penn Allegheny Health System, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
authors.forename: Scott M
authors.initials: SM
authors.lastname: Mark