I want to dedicate this to all my fellow associate veterinarians, veterinary technicians, and vet assistants… basically anyone who doesn’t own or run the clinic. You’ve got a difficult and challenging, yet rewarding job. Don’t worry, the managers and owners have their own sets of challenges and tasks to take care of because they have… Read More
Team Culture
The Biscuit Rule of Effective Teamwork
Have you ever had a really good biscuit? I mean the kind that are fluffy, steamy, pillows from heaven and perfect under gravy, with some apple butter, or even stolen off the stovetop before time to leave for the potluck. Now, I know I am going a little too southern for some, but biscuits are… Read More
How to be a Good Boss: Make Your Employees Feel Safe
When I was a baby vet, I worked for a taciturn male veterinarian who never failed to surprise me with his forward thinking. He always asked me questions, not to quiz me, but to soak up some of my fresh-out-of-school knowledge. He pushed me and protected me during the three years of my employment. If… Read More
Why You Need to Be OK With Change
“Change is the only constant”- Truth Potato If you haven’t experienced the Truth Potato I highly recommend it. Sometimes we need little truth bombs placed throughout our days to realize what is most important. Change is really the only constant in life. As part of a veterinary community we all experience change in our daily… Read More
Five Little Phrases for a Happier Workplace
I’m from the south. I was born in Kenner, Louisiana and spent the first 9 years of my life immersed in southern hospitality. My parents kept up their southern traditions when we moved to Florida. I still have trouble calling someone by their first name if they are my parents’ age or older. Seven years… Read More
Are You Closing the Door When You Leave the Clinic?
One of the biggest failings in vet med is that we don’t hold each other accountable for our own self-care. If you think about it, why would anyone? Read More