In this episode of Pharmacy Tech Unfiltered, host Elena Rutka dives into the harsh reality behind why so many pharmacy technicians remain in jobs that leave them exhausted, undervalued, and stuck. From low pay and chronic understaffing to burnout and lack of promotion, we break down the psychological and systemic reasons keeping techs trapped in toxic work environments.Elena shares anonymous stories from real pharmacy techs, explores the impact on mental health and self-esteem, and offers practical strategies to start building a better career path today. Whether you’re considering a pivot to pharma, QA, or biopharma, or just want to reclaim your worth in retail or hospital pharmacy, this episode will give you insight, validation, and actionable steps.💬 Join the Conversation: Submit your story or experience to be featured on a future episode at https://forms.gle/fBzPH7Cs4f4ejtyT9 and connect with other pharmacy techs. Follow @PharmacyTechUnfiltered for resources, tips, and community support.