202. Bouncing Forward: From Guyana to Global Pharma, with Perseverance

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Join us for another episode in our popular Student Stories series, featuring Dr Frank Douglas, a scholar for whom education was pivotal in his life's journey.

From his beginnings in Guyana to his work in global pharma leadership, we'll follow Frank's journey of "bouncing forward": of scholarships and hard work, undertaking a PhD in America, facing racial discrimination in the workplace, and beginning a new career after medical school.

Frank also shares his clear methods for turning setbacks into strengths through hard work, perseverance and understanding how to turn your own problems into solutions for everyone.

Delving into racial history in America, this episode, released during Black History Month 2025, celebrates Frank's achievements and extraordinary life.

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Find out more about Dr Frank Douglas:

• Discover resources on anti-fragility and perseverance on his website: https://www.safehavendialogues-llc.com/

• Listen to his podcast, Reframe for Resilience on your favourite podcast player, or at: https://www.safehavendialogues-llc.com/podcast

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1. Welcome And Why Frank’s Story Matters (00:00:00)

2. Frank’s Journey From Guyana To The U.S. (00:02:20)

3. Discrimination, Dual Degrees, And Early Career (00:05:20)

4. Hitting Ceilings And Breakthroughs In Pharma (00:08:40)

5. Childhood Poverty, Faith, And Study Habits (00:12:40)

6. Drive, Scholarships, And Duty To Excel (00:16:10)

7. The Mantra: Hard Work And Perseverance (00:19:30)

8. Tools For Perseverance And Anti‑Fragility (00:24:00)

9. The Reframe Method: Better Problems To Solve (00:27:20)