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"Get more comfortable with silence. There's an exercise in improv where you count from one to ten. It forces you to pause, process, form, and then speak."This week on the How to Thrive podcast, Claire and Helen are joined by Jess Rogers, a conversations and improv trainer, and founder of Tama Learning. Jess will already be familiar to those who joined us at How to Thrive Manchester, where she brought the house down with her session on improv for managing change. She'll be doing it all again in London in October.Her day job sits across a spectrum from classic learning and development, all the way through to performing and teaching pure improv with groups like Banana Hut Gang and Blanche Improv in London. Everything she does, she says, comes back to conversations.In this episode, Claire and Helen talk to Jess about what improv actually is, why “yes and…” is widely misunderstood, and how accepting someone else's reality before adding your own perspective can transform the way you show up.We also explore the surprising overlap between improv skills and the skills that underpin every high-performing team.It's also one of the most joyful conversations we've recorded! We hope you enjoy it as much as we did.More about Jess:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jess-rogers-she-her-86766ba2/Tama Learning: https://tamalearning.com/With thanks to our sponsors:Lewis Silkin — a full service law firm that works closely with organisations to help protect and enhance what matters most. Thoughtful, commercial and deeply human. Find out more at lewissilkin.com.Lawyers on Demand — providing access to world-class flexible legal talent and innovative legal operations solutions for in-house legal teams around the world. Find out more at lawyersondemand.com.Springbird — a modern intellectual property firm supporting ambitious, fast-growing businesses with trademark and design protection that's transparent, commercially focused and free from unnecessary complexity. Find out more at springbirdip.com.How to Thrive events:Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives. Visit our website to find out more.Your How to Thrive hosts:Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Counsel and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting. Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex Kizenkov Podcast Production: Anthony Zahra Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us an inquiry through a text message here!Buy VRT LIVE 2026 tickets here: https://www.axs.com/events/1451690/the-veterinary-roundtable-ticketsWelcome to another episode of The Veterinary Roundtable! In this episode the ladies discuss a follow up regarding the veterinary medication laws in Finland, cat to human transmission of Avian Influenza, Dr. Duckwall's case of the lost needle, and so much more!Do you have a question, story, or inquiry for The Veterinary Roundtable? Send us a text or voicemail from the link above, ask us on any social media platform, or email theveterinaryroundtable@gmail.com!Episodes of The Veterinary Roundtable are on all podcast services along with video form on YouTube!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheVeterinaryRoundtableInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theveterinaryroundtable/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theveterinaryroundtableTimestamps: 00:00 Intro08:32 Follow Up: Medication Laws in Finland14:35 Pits and Peaks20:27 Cat to Human Transmission of Avian Influenza23:29 Horse Injury Detection System26:40 Tales from the Trenches28:50 Cases: The Lost Needle34:33 The Fat Splenic Mass40:58 Listener Inquiry: The Reality of Rabies Testing48:51 Outro 

"The consultant said, mentally, it'll be a challenge. I smiled and said, mentally, it absolutely isn't going to be a challenge. You do what you need to do in terms of the treatment. I'll take care of this."This week on the How to Thrive podcast, Claire and Helen are joined by Neil Edge - mental performance speaker, coach, and ultra endurance athlete. Neil spent years studying psychology, CBT, NLP and acceptance commitment therapy, not because he planned to become a coach, but because he couldn't work out why he kept getting to the launch point of new businesses and turning back. What he eventually uncovered was imposter syndrome. And in solving it for himself, he found his calling in helping others do the same.Claire and Helen talk to Neil about the remarkable story of his late-stage cancer diagnosis and how he got quite excited by the challenge it presented, and how every tool he'd spent years teaching others was suddenly on the line. He also shares his RESET framework, why decision debt is a precursor to burnout, and why professional services teams are leaving enormous performance gains on the table by ignoring what elite sport figured out years ago.More about Neil:LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/neiledgespeaksWebsite: neiledgespeaks.comWith thanks to our sponsors for this episode:JHB & Partners: https://jhbandpartners.com/Many of the in-house lawyers who listen will recognise Josh Blake as an expert in legal resourcing. Last year he established JHB & Partners and continues to support in-house legal teams to build, scale and optimise their legal functions.With their extensive experience in resourcing and strategic insight, Josh and his team at JHB & Partners provide a real sense of calm and reassurance, which is exactly what you need whether you're hiring or looking for a role. You can find out lots more about Josh and his team at www.jhbandpartners.com. Get in touch and don't forget to mention the podcast when you do.Summize: https://www.summize.com/Summize is an AI-powered contract lifecycle management platform, designed to break the cycle of forgotten obligations, scattered intake, and contract chaos.Meeting teams where they already work, embedding seamlessly into tools like Outlook, Teams, Slack, Salesforce, and HubSpot, Summize makes adoption simple. With self-serve contracting to reduce workload, seamless integrations to create structure, and powerful AI that supports and enhances legal expertise, Summize helps legal teams operate with confidence and clarity, freeing up that all-important capacity so that we humans can focus on the areas where we add unique value. Get in touch with them at www.summize.com - and mention the How to Thrive podcast.Your How to Thrive hosts:Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of .Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex KizenkovPodcast Production: Anthony Zahra Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on the How to Thrive podcast, Claire and Helen are joined by Bonita Norris, mountaineer, keynote speaker, and the youngest British woman to reach the summit of Everest. She was 22 years old, had never climbed a mountain before university, and the whole thing started with a hungover phone call.Bonita talks candidly about making a mistake on her descent and carrying it for years, about returning to the Himalayas to climb Lhotse (the world's fourth highest peak) and about the moment she handed her record to the next generation.Claire, Helen and Bonita discuss the team it takes to get one person to the top of the world, the surprising parallels between mountaineering and corporate life, and the power of a debrief.Find out more about Bonita: www.bonita-norris.comWith thanks to our sponsors for this episode:Lewis Silkin: https://www.lewissilkin.comLewis Silkin is a full-service law firm that works closely with organisations to help protect and enhance what matters most. Whether it's navigating an increasingly complex political and economic landscape or aligning legal strategy with broader business goals, their approach is thoughtful, commercial and deeply human.Serious expertise delivered in a way that's engaging, practical and genuinely enjoyable to work alongside.Find out more about their work at www.lewissilkin.comLawyers on Demand: https://www.lodlaw.comMany of our listeners will be all too familiar with the increasing pressure to deliver more value, operate efficiently and bring meaningful insight into their organisations, often all at once. That's exactly where Lawyers on Demand comes in.Working with in-house legal teams around the world, Lawyers on Demand provides access to world-class flexible legal talent and innovative legal operations solutions. They support teams to build legal functions that are not only efficient but truly strategic, responsive and ready for whatever comes next. And just as importantly, they're also creating opportunities for legal professionals to work in more flexible and fulfilling ways.You can find out more about their amazing work at www.lawyersondemand.comSpringbird IP: https://www.springbirdip.com/Springbird is a modern intellectual property firm supporting ambitious, fast growing businesses with trademark and design protection that's transparent, commercially focused and free from unnecessary complexity. Working on a fixed fee and subscription basis, they ensure clients always know where they stand, no clock watching and no hidden surprises.They act as an extension of your team, giving businesses the confidence and clarity to focus on creativity and innovation, giving them more time to work on the areas where they can add the greatest value. You can find out more about their work at www.springbirdip.comYour How to Thrive hosts:Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of .Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex KizenkovPodcast Production: Anthony Zahra Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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"We've all got lots of stuff we should do. Should exercise more, should eat healthier, should do this, should do that. We end up shoulding all over ourselves. Just have a challenge and go - I will learn from this."We are absolutely delighted to welcome Andy Green to the How to Thrive podcast this week. Andy is a neuro-strategist, leadership and culture specialist, TEDx speaker, and the bridge between the veterinary and legal worlds in more ways than one.Andy spent 27 years as a clinical vet before stepping back from practice to focus full-time on leadership, coaching and culture - work that had been quietly growing alongside his clinical career for years. That transition didn't come easily. When he finally told his fellow directors, he was in tears. It struck at the very core of who he thought he was.In this episode, Claire and Helen talk to Andy about the striking parallels between how vets and lawyers define themselves by their profession, what it really takes to separate your identity from your job title, and why curiosity and vulnerability are more closely linked than most people realise. More about Andy: Find Andy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andy-green-07425312/ Watch Andy's TEDx talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZI6d26w9T_wAndy is speaking at the How to Thrive event in Manchester — find out more at being-human.legal under EventsWith thanks to our sponsors for this episode:JHB & Partners: https://jhbandpartners.com/Many of the in-house lawyers who listen will recognise Josh Blake as an expert in legal resourcing. Last year he established JHB & Partners and continues to support in-house legal teams to build, scale and optimise their legal functions.With their extensive experience in resourcing and strategic insight, Josh and his team at JHB & Partners provide a real sense of calm and reassurance, which is exactly what you need whether you're hiring or looking for a role. You can find out lots more about Josh and his team at www.jhbandpartners.com. Get in touch and don't forget to mention the podcast when you do.Summize: https://www.summize.com/Summize is an AI-powered contract lifecycle management platform, designed to break the cycle of forgotten obligations, scattered intake, and contract chaos.Meeting teams where they already work, embedding seamlessly into tools like Outlook, Teams, Slack, Salesforce, and HubSpot, Summize makes adoption simple. With self-serve contracting to reduce workload, seamless integrations to create structure, and powerful AI that supports and enhances legal expertise, Summize helps legal teams operate with confidence and clarity, freeing up that all-important capacity so that we humans can focus on the areas where we add unique value. Get in touch with them at www.summize.com - and mention the How to Thrive podcast.How to Thrive events:Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.Your How to Thrive hosts:Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of .Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex KizenkovPodcast Production: Anthony Zahra Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Front Desk, Full Team: Stacey Deacon on How Energy Vets Works Day to DayStacey Deacon didn't train as a veterinary nurse.She's a dedicated receptionist — and part of a reception team that sits at the centre of how Energy Vets runs day to day.In this final episode of the Energy Vets REAL+STORY series, Stacey shares what working on the front desk actually looks like inside a busy mixed practice in Taranaki.The reception team works across both the Inglewood and Waitara clinics, coordinating appointments, managing client expectations, and supporting vets and nurses through busy periods — including seasonal peaks like farm scanning alongside small animal demand.Stacey talks about the role reception plays in keeping the day running, how the team works together to manage urgent cases, and the constant balancing act of diaries, client needs, and clinical priorities.She also describes the team environment — where there's no hierarchy, and vets, nurses, reception, and management all step in to help when things get busy.When asked what makes the difference at Energy Vets, Stacey points to the people — the way the team checks in on each other, works together, and supports one another through demanding days.And when it comes to fit, she's clear: someone positive, who works with the team and can see the bigger picture.In This Episode00:01 – Introduction to Stacey Deacon and the Energy Vets reception team01:46 – Size of the reception team and working across two clinic locations03:07 – The role of a dedicated veterinary receptionist03:32 – How Stacey entered the veterinary industry03:59 – What's different about working at Energy Vets04:34 – Busy periods: small animal demand and farm scanning season05:30 – How the team supports each other day to day06:02 – Reception's role in managing diaries and urgent cases07:16 – The type of person who fits at Energy Vets08:18 – Energy Vets' “best kept secret”09:35 – Three words to describe the team09:45 – What working at Energy Vets is like day to day10:27 – Why Stacey joined Energy Vets11:07 – Team environment vs expectations before joining11:24 – No hierarchy: how vets support reception when it's busyHiring LinkEnergy Vets is currently looking for an experienced small animal veterinarian to join a genuinely team-oriented clinic.Learn more here:  careers.vetclinicjobs.com/energyvetsStruggling to get results from your job advertisements?  If so, then shining online as a good employer is essential to attracting the types of veterinary professionals who're a perfect cultural fit for your clinic.   The VetClinicJobs job board is the place to post your next job vacancy - to find out more get in touch with Lizzie at VetClinicJobs

Leadership, Succession, and Coming Home: Kylie Lindsay on Growing People at Energy VetsKylie Lindsay began her journey with Energy Vets answering after-hours phones. More than twenty years later, she's Clinic Services Manager, shareholder, and now a director of the Taranaki practice.In this second half of Julie South's conversation with Kylie, the focus shifts to leadership and the kind of veterinarian Energy Vets is looking for as the clinic grows its companion animal team.Kylie describes the senior vet role as someone who enjoys teaching, builds relationships across the whole practice — including large animal vets who rotate through the companion animal team — and can bring both clinical and business thinking to the role.The conversation also explores how Energy Vets develops people over time. Kylie shares stories of nurses and vets who have left to work elsewhere — including Australia and overseas — and later returned to the clinic with new experience that benefits the whole team.Kylie also talks about becoming a shareholder and director in the business — an opportunity the existing directors created by changing the clinic's constitution so a non-vet could join the ownership group.She reflects on how ideas from the frontline have shaped the clinic — including the team workshop that led to the name Energy Vets and the creation of a dedicated call-handling hub behind reception to improve client service.In This Episode00:04 – Introduction to part two of the conversation with Kylie Lindsay 01:25 – The kind of veterinarian Energy Vets is looking for in the senior role 03:27 – Life outside the clinic: family, horses, and becoming a grandmother 04:25 – Why people often return to Taranaki after time away 06:07 – Staff leaving for opportunities and later returning to the clinic 07:48 – How returning staff bring new experience back into the team 08:24 – Examples of nurses who left, developed their careers, and returned 10:34 – Kylie becoming a shareholder and director in the business 10:59 – What it means to be invited into ownership as a non-vet 12:24 – “Skin in the game” and the open-door culture at Energy Vets 13:33 – Developing a shareholding pathway for future leaders 14:56 – How leadership listens to ideas from the team 15:27 – The team workshop that led to the name Energy Vets 16:39 – Creating the reception call-handling hub 18:45 – How the hub works day to day across both clinics 20:33 – Julie's closing reflections on Kylie's journey and leadershipHiring LinkEnergyVets is currently looking for an experienced small animal veterinarian ready to co-lead the companion animal team and mentor the next generation of vets.Learn more here: careers.vetclinicjobs.com/energyvetsStruggling to get results from your job advertisements?  If so, then shining online as a good employer is essential to attracting the types of veterinary professionals who're a perfect cultural fit for your clinic.   The VetClinicJobs job board is the place to post your next job vacancy - to find out more get in touch with Lizzie at VetClinicJobs

Dogs are increasingly becoming a beloved part of weddings. Kathryn Scroope, registered Veterinary Nurse and Founder of Salty Dogs Kerry is providing a very popular dog chaperoning service for people's nuptials… What could go wrong!?Kathryn joins guest host Tom Dunne to discuss.

"Nothing changes until it does. You can create change. You just have to find the hook - and keep creating ripples until they become waves."This week on the How to Thrive podcast, Claire and Helen are joined by Karen Sheriff, clinical physiotherapist and Executive Director at Project RED-D - a global initiative tackling one of the most under-recognised syndromes in high performance: Relative Energy Deficiency (RED) in dancers.Karen's background spans elite rugby, cricket and the performing arts, including eight years at the Royal Ballet School where she grew the healthcare team and built world-class multidisciplinary pathways around athlete health.It was there that she became a leading voice on RED-S - Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport - and its particular manifestation in dance, ultimately being asked by her seed funders to "change the world" by taking the work global through Project RED-D.In this episode, Karen explains what RED-S actually is - what happens to the body when it is chronically under-fuelled, why elite athletes and dancers are especially at risk, and the striking parallels with other high-pressure professions, where sleep deprivation and over-working have historically been worn as badges of honour.More about Karen:Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karen-sheriff-b27694b4/Find out more about Red-D: https://red-d.com/Books mentioned in the episode:Belonging by Owen Eastwood: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Belonging-Ancient-Togetherness-Owen-Eastwood/dp/1529415063With thanks to our sponsors for this episode:Lewis Silkin: https://www.lewissilkin.comLewis Silkin is a full-service law firm that works closely with organisations to help protect and enhance what matters most. Whether it's navigating an increasingly complex political and economic landscape or aligning legal strategy with broader business goals, their approach is thoughtful, commercial and deeply human.Serious expertise delivered in a way that's engaging, practical and genuinely enjoyable to work alongside.Find out more about their work at www.lewissilkin.comLawyers on Demand: https://www.lodlaw.comMany of our listeners will be all too familiar with the increasing pressure to deliver more value, operate efficiently and bring meaningful insight into their organisations, often all at once. That's exactly where Lawyers on Demand comes in.Working with in-house legal teams around the world, Lawyers on Demand provides access to world-class flexible legal talent and innovative legal operations solutions. They support teams to build legal functions that are not only efficient but truly strategic, responsive and ready for whatever comes next. And just as importantly, they're also creating opportunities for legal professionals to work in more flexible and fulfilling ways.You can find out more about their amazing work at www.lawyersondemand.comSpringbird IP: https://www.springbirdip.com/Springbird is a modern intellectual property firm supporting ambitious, fast growing businesses with trademark and design protection that's transparent, commercially focused and free from unnecessary complexity. Working on a fixed fee and subscription basis, they ensure clients always know where they stand, no clock watching and no hidden surprises.They act as an extension of your team, giving businesses the confidence and clarity to focus on creativity and innovation, giving them more time to work on the areas where they can add the greatest value. You can find out more about their work at www.springbirdip.comYour How to Thrive hosts:Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of .Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex KizenkovPodcast Production: Anthony Zahra Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dogs are increasingly becoming a beloved part of weddings. Kathryn Scroope, registered Veterinary Nurse and Founder of Salty Dogs Kerry is providing a very popular dog chaperoning service for people's nuptials… What could go wrong!?Kathryn joins guest host Tom Dunne to discuss.

From Client to Clinic Leader: Kylie Lindsay on Energy Vets' Growth and Team CultureKylie Lindsay didn't originally join Energy Vets as a staff member — she joined as a client.Growing up in rural Inglewood with horses and other animals, the clinic (then Inglewood Veterinary Services) cared for the animals on her family's lifestyle block. One day, while a vet was visiting one of her horses, Kylie asked whether there might be any work available at the clinic.Her timing was good. A role had just opened on the after-hours phone team.More than twenty years later, Kylie is now Clinic Services Manager, overseeing reception, companion animal services, and stock across Energy Vets' Inglewood and Waitara clinics in Taranaki on New Zealand's North Island.In this conversation with Julie South, Kylie reflects on the growth of the clinic over the past two decades, how teams rotate across both clinics so clients receive consistent service, and the professional development opportunities available across the whole team — including reception and support staff.She also shares one of the clinic's quieter success stories: the number of kennel hands who have gone on to train in the veterinary industry, with several returning to work at Energy Vets after completing their studies.When asked to describe the team in three words, Kylie chooses: welcoming, supportive, and professional.Next week, Kylie talks about the type of veterinarian who fits the EnergyVets team and her own journey from answering after-hours phones to becoming a shareholder and director in the business.In This Episode00:04 – Introduction to the REAL+STORY episode with Kylie Lindsay 01:33 – Kylie's role and how long she has been with the clinic 02:02 – Joining the clinic after originally being a client 03:45 – Growing up in the Hutt Valley, Rotorua, and settling in Taranaki 04:34 – Raising children and schooling in rural Taranaki 08:19 – Sporting opportunities and life in the region08:49 – Growth of the clinic since 2005 10:41 – Professional development and leadership training 12:34 – Rotating teams across the Inglewood and Waitara clinics15:27 – How Kylie's role evolved as the clinic grew 17:10 – Examples of team members stepping into leadership roles 19:16 – Energy Vets' “best kept secret” — the culture 21:14 – Kennel hands entering the veterinary profession 22:57 – Former kennel hands returning to work at the clinic 23:31 – Three words Kylie uses to describe the teamHiring LinkEnergy Vets is currently looking for an experienced small animal veterinarian ready to co-lead the companion animal team.Learn more here:vetclinicjobs.com/energyvetsStruggling to get results from your job advertisements?  If so, then shining online as a good employer is essential to attracting the types of veterinary professionals who're a perfect cultural fit for your clinic.   The VetClinicJobs job board is the place to post your next job vacancy - to find out more get in touch with Lizzie at VetClinicJobs

In episode 106 of the Medical Nursing Podcast we're diving into the 2021 AAHA Nutrition and Weight Management Guidelines for Dogs and Cats, so you can focus on giving great care to your inappetent patients in practice, confidently, while using more of your skills. Why? Because I promise you, there is so much more we can do to truly champion nutrition for all of our patients - and by the end of this episode, you're going to see how massive a role we play as nurses and technicians in this. If you feel like there's more you could be doing to support your inappetant patients, or feel like placing feeding tubes is something you don't do enough, then this episode is for you.  Resources mentioned in this article:

Head Vet Nurse Nicky Smith on Team Support, Community, and Life in TaranakiIn this REAL+STORY episode of Veterinary Voices, Julie South speaks with Nicky Smith, Head Vet Nurse at Energy Vets in Taranaki.Nicky has worked in veterinary clinics in New Zealand and overseas, including time living in Auckland and abroad. But when the time came to settle and raise her family, she made the deliberate decision to return to Taranaki — the place she calls home.In this chat, Nicky shares with Julie what support inside a veterinary clinic actually looks like when things get busy. Emergencies walk through the door, schedules change instantly, and the whole team moves together to make sure patients receive the care they need.She talks about how the nursing team mentors younger nurses, how new ideas are welcomed, and why humour, trust, and looking out for each other are essential in a profession that can be stressful and emotionally demanding.The conversation also explores life outside the clinic — why Nicky chose to raise and educate her children in Taranaki, the strength of smaller communities, and how the region's people rally around causes that matter.Nicky is also the founder of the Cape Egmont Half Marathon, a community event she started after losing her father to cancer.If you're curious about what working inside a supportive veterinary team looks like day to day — or how community shapes life in regional practice — this episode offers a candid perspective from someone leading the nursing team on the ground.In This Episode00:05 – Introduction to the REAL+STORY series with Energy Vets 01:24 – Nicky's background and why she returned to Taranaki 03:31 – What “supportive team culture” looks like in real clinic life 04:35 – How the nursing team develops and mentors younger nurses 05:45 – Returning to Taranaki after living in bigger cities 06:44 – Why Nicky chose to raise and educate her children in Taranaki 09:55 – Community life and founding the Cape Egmont Half Marathon 13:07 – Favourite piece of veterinary equipment: the Bear Hugger13:51 – Three words Nicky uses to describe the team 14:00 – Energy Vets' “best kept secret” as a workplace 14:44 – Working across two clinic locations16:05 – How after-hours works in practice 17:14 – A memorable patient case: nursing a farm dog back to health 19:16 – How new ideas are introduced and adopted inside the clinic 20:47 – Patient handovers and communication inside the team 22:04 – The type of person who fits best at Energy Vets 24:20 – What it really means when the team “looks out for each other”Hiring LinkIf you're an experienced small animal veterinarian exploring your next step, you can learn more about current opportunities at Energy Vets Taranaki here:vetclinicjobs.com/energyvetsLinks MentionedCape Egmont Half Marathon About Julie SouthJulie South is the founder of VetClinicJobs and host of Veterinary Voices.Through VetClinicJobs, she helps forward-thinking veterinary clinics show what working there iStruggling to get results from your job advertisements? If so, then shining online as a good employer is essential to attracting the types of veterinary professionals who're a perfect cultural fit for your clinic. The VetClinicJobs job board is the place to post your next job vacancy - to find out more get in touch with Lizzie at VetClinicJobs

"Take the stress out of sleep, and you start to sleep better."This week on the How to Thrive podcast, Claire and Helen are joined by James Wilson, better known as The Sleep Geek, for a myth-busting, no-nonsense conversation about one of the most fundamental pillars of performance and wellbeing: sleep.James is a sleep expert, keynote speaker and founder of Sleep Unity, whose clients range from Premier League football clubs, to the NHS, the Department of Transport and household names like Mr Kipling and Red Bull. He's also a self-confessed poor sleeper!At a time when sleep has become yet another thing to optimise, obsess over and feel guilty about, James is on a mission to take the pressure off. He talks about the difference between sleep strugglers and sleep optimisers, why trying harder is often the worst thing you can do, and why the explosion of wearable trackers and sleep influencers may actually be making us sleep worse.Find out more about James on his website: thesleepgeek.co.ukWith thanks to our sponsors for this episode:JHB & Partners: https://jhbandpartners.com/Many of the in-house lawyers who listen will recognise Josh Blake as an expert in legal resourcing. Last year he established JHB & Partners and continues to support in-house legal teams to build, scale and optimise their legal functions.With their extensive experience in resourcing and strategic insight, Josh and his team at JHB & Partners provide a real sense of calm and reassurance, which is exactly what you need whether you're hiring or looking for a role. You can find out lots more about Josh and his team at www.jhbandpartners.com. Get in touch and don't forget to mention the podcast when you do.Summize: https://www.summize.com/Summize is an AI-powered contract lifecycle management platform, designed to break the cycle of forgotten obligations, scattered intake, and contract chaos.Meeting teams where they already work, embedding seamlessly into tools like Outlook, Teams, Slack, Salesforce, and HubSpot, Summize makes adoption simple. With self-serve contracting to reduce workload, seamless integrations to create structure, and powerful AI that supports and enhances legal expertise, Summize helps legal teams operate with confidence and clarity, freeing up that all-important capacity so that we humans can focus on the areas where we add unique value. Get in touch with them at www.summize.com - and mention the How to Thrive podcast.How to Thrive events:Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.Your How to Thrive hosts:Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of .Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex KizenkovPodcast Production: Anthony Zahra Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Energy Vets, Taranaki | Starting Out as a New GradIn this REAL+STORY episode, Julie South speaks with Dr Sieara Claytor, a 2025 graduate working in her very first full-time veterinary role at Energy Vets in Taranaki.Sieara moved from the United States to study in Australia and has now started her career in rural New Zealand. Six months in, she's already managing emergencies, assisting in surgeries beyond routine desexings, handling after-hours responsibilities, and working across two clinic branches.Rather than focusing on “graduate programs” or formal structures, this conversation looks at what support actually feels like day to day — senior vets scrubbing in alongside her, nurses staying late when needed, multiple vets available when things get busy, and space to ask questions without hesitation.Sieara also talks about adjusting to rural life, commuting without traffic lights, wildlife cases, pig-hunting injuries, and the reality of after-hours in a regional clinic.If you're a new graduate — or someone mentoring one — this episode gives a clear sense of what challenge-with-backup looks like in practice.In This Episode00:00 – Introduction to the REAL+STORY series with Energy Vets01:05 – Sieara's background and first impressions as a new grad03:30 – Rural caseload: emergencies, variety, and learning fast04:52 – What support in surgery actually looks like06:43 – Realising you're more capable than you thought07:56 – Moving countries and adjusting to rural life09:16 – How after-hours really works11:32 – Differences between the two clinic branches12:50 – The early-career lens on Energy VetsHiring LinkIf you're an experienced small animal vet exploring your next step, you can find out more about current opportunities at Energy Vets Taranaki About Julie SouthJulie South is the founder of VetClinicJobs and host of Veterinary Voices.She works with veterinary clinics that want to show what working there is really like — not just list job requirements. Through VetClinicJobs, she helps clinics make their culture clear and recognisable, so vets and nurses can tell whether a clinic is Their Kind of Clinic long before a vacancy appears.Struggling to get results from your job advertisements? If so, then shining online as a good employer is essential to attracting the types of veterinary professionals who're a perfect cultural fit for your clinic. The VetClinicJobs job board is the place to post your next job vacancy - to find out more get in touch with Lizzie at VetClinicJobs

Energy Vets, Taranaki | Why Alana Came BackIn this REAL+STORY episode, Julie South speaks with vet nurse Alana Howard about why she returned to Energy Vets after starting her nursing career there 20 years ago and then spending years working in Australia.Alana talks about what made coming back feel like the right decision — not just professionally, but personally. She compares different clinic environments and explains what stands out at Energy Vets: how nurses are trusted to use their skills, how new graduates are supported in surgery, and how the team steps in when things get busy.This isn't about job titles or polished culture statements. It's about what day-to-day teamwork actually feels like — no behind-the-scenes friction, people sharing knowledge freely, and a team that works across two rural clinics without things falling apart.Alana also reflects on raising a family in Taranaki, commuting without traffic lights, and why rural schooling and coastal living have been part of the decision to stay.Across this conversation, you hear what steady support sounds like from a nurse's perspective — not from leadership, but from someone working on the floor every day.In This Episode00:00 – Introduction to the REAL+STORY series with Energy Vets02:20 – Why Alana chose to return03:04 – What feels different about this clinic07:31 – Nurses using their full clinical skillset09:52 – Supporting a new graduate in surgery11:27 – How the clinic has grown over time12:36 – Living and raising a family in TaranakiHiring LinkIf you're an experienced small animal vet exploring your next step, you can find out more about current opportunities at Energy Vets Taranaki  About Julie SouthJulie South is the founder of VetClinicJobs and host of Veterinary Voices.She works with veterinary clinics that want to show what working there is really like — not just list job requirements. Through VetClinicJobs, she helps clinics make their culture clear and recognisable, so vets and nurses can tell whether a clinic is Their Kind of Clinic long before a vacancy appears.Struggling to get results from your job advertisements? If so, then shining online as a good employer is essential to attracting the types of veterinary professionals who're a perfect cultural fit for your clinic. The VetClinicJobs job board is the place to post your next job vacancy - to find out more get in touch with Lizzie at VetClinicJobs

We are absolutely delighted to welcome Alexander Bell to the How to Thrive podcast this week (no, not Alexander Graham Bell).Alexander is a keynote speaker whose expertise sit at the intersection of technology and productivity - specifically, how our relationship with technology impacts our performance, our wellbeing, and the people we care about most. Having built and sold a Google spin-out agency, he reached a turning point when his then-seven-year-old son Dexter asked for an iPhone for Christmas and turned the tables on him with a question he couldn't answer: "If they're really that bad, why are you and mummy on yours all the time?"That moment set Alexander on a mission to help professionals and parents build a healthier, more intentional relationship with the technology that dominates their lives.We cover peak performance, AI note-takers, and Alexander shares his three top tips for thriving.With thanks to our sponsors for this episode:Springbird IP: https://www.springbirdip.com/Springbird is a modern intellectual property firm supporting ambitious, fast growing businesses with trademark and design protection that's transparent, commercially focused and free from unnecessary complexity. Working on a fixed fee and subscription basis, they ensure clients always know where they stand, no clock watching and no hidden surprises.They act as an extension of your team, giving businesses the confidence and clarity to focus on creativity and innovation, giving them more time to work on the areas where they can add the greatest value. You can find out more about their work at www.springbirdip.comHow to Thrive events:Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.Your How to Thrive hosts:Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of .Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex KizenkovPodcast Production: Anthony Zahra Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Energy Vets, Taranaki | Growing a Career That Grows With You In this REAL+STORY episode, Julie South speaks with Dr Michelle Gosling about what it looks like to build a long-term veterinary career in one place — and why she never felt the need to leave Energy Vets after joining as a new graduate in 2013.Michelle reflects on her journey from new grad to senior large animal vet, working parent, farm services manager and, most recently, shareholder in the business. Rather than focusing on titles, this conversation traces how responsibility, trust and flexibility have expanded alongside different stages of her life.What emerges quietly throughout is a picture of a clinic that adapts as people change — supporting maternity leave, part-time work, leadership development and ownership without forcing people into a single version of “progression”.This episode will resonate with vets who are thinking beyond their next job and trying to picture whether a clinic can still fit years down the track — as careers deepen, families grow and priorities shift.In This Episode00:00 – Introduction to the Real Story series with Energy Vets01:05 – Michelle's journey from new graduate to shareholder02:27 – Moving to Taranaki and settling into the region03:56 – Family life, schooling and working four days a week05:12 – Support, flexibility and parenting at Energy Vets06:38 – The role of farm services manager and developing people08:14 – Being invited into ownership09:24 – Who fits best at Energy Vets14:12 – What long-term progression really looks like in practiceHiring linkIf you're an experienced small animal vet exploring your next step, you can find out more about current opportunities at Energy Vets Taranaki at: vetclinicjobs.com/energyvetsAbout Julie SouthJulie South is the founder of VetClinicJobs and host of Veterinary Voices.She works with forward-thinking veterinary clinics that want to show what working there is really like — not just list job requirements. Through VetClinicJobs, Julie helps clinics make their culture recognisable and familiar, so vets and nurses can tell whether a clinic is Their Kind of Clinic long before a vacancy appears.Struggling to get results from your job advertisements? If so, then shining online as a good employer is essential to attracting the types of veterinary professionals who're a perfect cultural fit for your clinic. The VetClinicJobs job board is the place to post your next job vacancy - to find out more get in touch with Lizzie at VetClinicJobs

Jane tells us how to reduce the stress on your cat when taking it to the vet.

There's a lot to think about when it comes to stabilising, treating and nursing cats and dogs with inflammatory CNS disease. But luckily, we've got a guest with us today to guide us through it! In episode 102 of the Medical Nursing Podcast I'm delighted to be joined once again by Zoe Hatfield who is bringing us her expertise on nursing neuro patients! Zoe is a neurology RVN and a Veterinary Technician Specialist in neurology, working at Glasgow University's Small Animal Hospital. In this episode, Zoe is giving us the lowdown on a surprisingly common neurological condition and one that has a significant impact on our patients - and that's meningioencephalomyelitis of unknown origin, or MUO. These patients are often critically unwell and need intensive nursing care, meaning there are lots of ways we can put our skills to good use and advocate for our patients in the process - and that's exactly what you'll be able to do confidently after this episode! --- About Zoe: Zoe qualified as a registered veterinary nurse in 2012. After spending her first year as a RVN working in first opinion practice, she moved to referral joining the University of Glasgow Small Animal Hospital nursing team in 2013.  Since joining the nursing team, Zoe has developed her passion for neurology and in 2019 gained the VTS certificate in Neurology.  Working within the vet school she enjoys using her extensive experience in neurology to teach and educate students and newer members of staff.  She also presents CPD on a wide variety of neurological topics, including at BSAVA Alba, ExcelCPD, VetTrust, AIMVT and BVA Live. Watch Zoe's excelCPD webinar series here. --- More free ways to learn with me:

Energy Vets | What Makes the Job Work Long-Term (Part 2)Settling into a role is one thing.Staying in it — sustainably — is another.In this episode, Julie South continues her conversation with Dr Sam Armstrong, a mixed animal vet at Energy Vets in Taranaki, looking at what work feels like once the initial settling-in period has passed.Sam talks candidly about after-hours, workload, seasonal pressure points, and how the structure around him makes the job feel manageable over time. He also reflects on commuting, working across clinics, and what overseas vets benefit from knowing before making the move to New Zealand.This is Part Two of a two-part conversation with Energy Vets, offering a grounded look at how support, systems, and everyday decisions shape whether people stay — not just how they start.In This Episode00:00 – Introduction and context for Part Two01:01 – Life after the settling-in period02:04 – After-hours work and how it's managed03:59 – Recovery time, sleep, and safety04:51 – Using a regional after-hours clinic05:43 – Commuting, call-outs, and New Zealand roads07:49 – What overseas vets benefit from knowing09:22 – Visas, residency, and practical logistics11:27 – Team culture and why people stay12:08 – Closing reflections on sustainability and support14:04 – Final sign-offIf you're an experienced small animal vet exploring your next step, you can find out more about current opportunities at Energy Vets at:vetclinicjobs.com/energyvetsAbout Julie SouthJulie South is the founder of VetClinicJobs and host of Veterinary Voices.She works with forward-thinking veterinary clinics that want to show what working there is really like — not just list job requirements. Through VetClinicJobs, Julie helps clinics make their culture recognisable and familiar, so vets and nurses can tell whether a clinic is Their Kind of Clinic long before a vacancy appears.Struggling to get results from your job advertisements? If so, then shining online as a good employer is essential to attracting the types of veterinary professionals who're a perfect cultural fit for your clinic. The VetClinicJobs job board is the place to post your next job vacancy - to find out more get in touch with Lizzie at VetClinicJobs

Our guest this week is wellbeing expert, bestselling author, keynote speaker and “doctor in happiness” - Andy Cope.Andy really does have a PhD in happiness and after spending just an hour with him, our days already felt brighter.That ripple effect is a big part of what Andy talks about, how just a few people with positive energy, giving just a few minutes of their time, can make a huge difference at work and at home.We also discuss mindfulness, the Japanese phrase "ichi-go ichi-e" (for this time only), and noticing the positives.It was also Andy who introduced us to the concept of the seven-second hug. If you've listened to the podcast before, you'll almost certainly have heard us mention it!More about Andy:The Art of Brilliance https://www.artofbrilliance.co.uk/The Art of Being Brilliant https://www.artofbrilliance.co.uk/product/the-art-of-being-brilliant-book-new-edition/Spy Dog (children's book) https://www.amazon.co.uk/Spy-Dog-Andrew-Cope/dp/0141318848 With thanks to our sponsors for this episode:JHB & Partners: https://jhbandpartners.com/Many of the in-house lawyers who listen will recognise Josh Blake as an expert in legal resourcing. Last year he established JHB & Partners and continues to support in-house legal teams to build, scale and optimise their legal functions.With their extensive experience in resourcing and strategic insight, Josh and his team at JHB & Partners provide a real sense of calm and reassurance, which is exactly what you need whether you're hiring or looking for a role. You can find out lots more about Josh and his team at www.jhbandpartners.com. Get in touch and don't forget to mention the podcast when you do.Summize: https://www.summize.com/Summize is an AI-powered contract lifecycle management platform, designed to break the cycle of forgotten obligations, scattered intake, and contract chaos.Meeting teams where they already work, embedding seamlessly into tools like Outlook, Teams, Slack, Salesforce, and HubSpot, Summize makes adoption simple. With self-serve contracting to reduce workload, seamless integrations to create structure, and powerful AI that supports and enhances legal expertise, Summize helps legal teams operate with confidence and clarity, freeing up that all-important capacity so that we humans can focus on the areas where we add unique value. Get in touch with them at www.summize.com - and mention the How to Thrive podcast.How to Thrive events:Our events are a chance to come together with other Community Members to network and share learnings in a safe space. All of our events are focussed on HOW to thrive and deliver practical skills that you can incorporate into your work and home lives.Your How to Thrive hosts:Claire Sanders, former Corporate Lawyer, General Council and Co-Founder of .Helen Silver-MacMahon, Human Factors Specialist, Veterinary Nurse and Co-Founder of Being Human Consulting.Music Credit: Lo-Fi Hip Hop (Never Old Fashioned) by Alex KizenkovPodcast Production: Anthony Zahra Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"The future is feline. Let's keep understanding our cats." This episode is sponsored-in-part by Maddie's Fund, The Animal Rights Foundation, The Underfoot Podcast, and The Community Cat Clinic. In this heartfelt and thought-provoking episode, Stacy LeBaron sits down with Dr. Angie Krause, a holistic small-animal veterinarian from Boulder, Colorado, and her veterinary nurse, Jojo Smith. Together, they explore the evolving landscape of feline veterinary care, community cat welfare, and the powerful human-animal bond that fuels it all. Dr. Angie shares her lifelong love for cats and how her holistic approach—combined with home visits and mobile vet care—provides a less stressful, more authentic picture of feline health. Jojo opens up about the unique emotional richness of end-of-life care and the urgent need to advocate for underserved cats with the same passion and grace we afford to dogs. From discussing consent in feline handling to championing spay/neuter accessibility and the nuances of community cat caregiving, this conversation will leave you both inspired and informed. You'll also learn about their podcast, Tales of Truth: The Truth About Veterinary Medicine, which dives deeper into these topics. Whether you're a cat parent, TNR advocate, or simply feline curious, this episode is your invitation to better understand and uplift the cats in your life and community. Press Play Now For: Why consent matters in feline veterinary care The unique value of in-home visits for understanding cats How Colorado's spay/neuter infrastructure impacts cat populations The emotional depth of end-of-life decisions for cats Strategies to approach vet visits with grace and empathy The role of language in reshaping perceptions about "feral" cats How to advocate for cats—even if you don't have one at home Resources & Links: Dr. Angie Krause's website: boulderholisticvet.com Podcast: Tales of Truth: The Truth About Veterinary Medicine (available on all major platforms + YouTube) Community Cats Central Paper Collar Template Merrimack River Feline Rescue Society

In episode 101 of the Medical Nursing Podcast, join Zoe Hatfield (RVN, VTS in Neurology) and Laura Jones (RVN, VTS in Internal Medicine) as they discuss one of the most common neurological disorders seen in practice: intervertebral disc disease! There's so much more to the spinal patient than first meets the eye - and Zoe is here to share her expertise and break all of that down for us. Despite the many causes of IVDD, the impact on our patient is the same - they require intensive nursing care to recover. Luckily, that's where we step in and shine, with lots of skills we can use in the process. We're discussing all of those skills today, so you can feel confident nursing your spinal patients! --- About Zoe: Zoe qualified as a registered veterinary nurse in 2012. After spending her first year as a RVN working in first opinion practice, she moved to referral joining the University of Glasgow Small Animal Hospital nursing team in 2013.  Since joining the nursing team, Zoe has developed her passion for neurology and in 2019 gained the VTS certificate in Neurology.  Working within the vet school she enjoys using her extensive experience in neurology to teach and educate students and newer members of staff.  She also presents CPD on a wide variety of neurological topics, including at BSAVA Alba, ExcelCPD, VetTrust, AIMVT and BVA Live. Watch Zoe's excelCPD webinar series here. --- More free ways to learn with me:

Energy Vets | Finding Your Feet as a New Grad (Part 1)Starting your veterinary career isn't just about clinical skills.It's about how support shows up when you're new, how questions are handled, and how safe it feels to keep learning — especially when you're doing it in a new country.In this episode, Julie South speaks with Dr Sam Armstrong, a mixed animal vet at Energy Vets in Taranaki, about arriving in New Zealand straight out of university and starting his first job without knowing anyone locally.Sam reflects on settling into a new farming system, learning how the team works day to day, and the small, ordinary moments that helped him build confidence. Together, they offer a grounded look at what vets quietly pay attention to when deciding whether a clinic feels like their kind of clinic.This is Part One of a two-part conversation with Energy Vets, focused on early career experiences, everyday support, and what makes learning sustainable over time.In This Episode00:00 – Introduction and episode context01:48 – Sam's background and arriving in New Zealand06:07 – Starting work as a new graduate and learning in practice07:57 – A significant farm case and building confidence over time10:33 – Team support, meetings, and shared decision-making11:38 – Integrating into Taranaki and working in New Zealand12:30 – How New Zealand farming systems differ from the UK and Ireland16:06 – Favourite piece of kit and day-to-day realities17:24 – Describing Energy Vets in three words19:47 – Closing reflections on learning, support, and cultureIf you're an experienced small animal vet exploring your next step, you can find out more about current opportunities at Energy Vets at:vetclinicjobs.com/energyvetsAbout Julie SouthJulie South is the founder of VetClinicJobs and host of Veterinary Voices.She works with forward-thinking veterinary clinics that want to show what working there is really like — not just list job requirements. Through VetClinicJobs, Julie helps clinics make their culture visible and recognisable, so vets and nurses can tell whether a clinic is Their Kind of Clinic long before a vacancy appears.Struggling to get results from your job advertisements? If so, then shining online as a good employer is essential to attracting the types of veterinary professionals who're a perfect cultural fit for your clinic. The VetClinicJobs job board is the place to post your next job vacancy - to find out more get in touch with Lizzie at VetClinicJobs

For the 100th episode of the Medical Nursing Podcast, the tables are turned. Instead of leading the conversation, I hand the microphone to Cat, a registered veterinary nurse and Medical Nursing Academy student, who interviews me about career identity, internal medicine nursing, advocacy, and what the future of the profession could look like. This episode is a celebration of far more than hitting 100 episodes. It reflects on how our nursing careers evolve, how our confidence is built through experience, and why we play such a vital (and often underestimated) role in internal medicine. I hope you enjoy this honest, vulnerable and reflective conversation, and that it helps you, no matter where you are in your veterinary nursing career. --- More free ways to learn with me:

Energy Vets - Taranaki - New Zealand | REAL+STORY A recent graduate's view of support, mentoring, and staying in the professionWhen new graduates talk about support, they're not talking about slogans.  They're talking about what happens in the moments that matter.In this episode of Veterinary Voices, Julie South continues the Energy Vets REAL+STORY series with Jade, a recent graduate mixed animal veterinarian who has been working at Energy Vets in Taranaki for just over two years.Jade shares why she chose to return to Taranaki after graduating from Massey University, what stood out about Energy Vets as a student on placement, and how support actually shows up day to day — from surgeries and after-hours, to asking questions, building confidence, and knowing someone has your back.This is an honest conversation about mixed practice, mentoring, after-hours realities, team culture, and what helps early-career vets not just cope — but enjoy the job and want to stay in the profession.Here's how Jade describes that support in her own words:“If you're not sure about something, there's always someone you can call — and you never feel silly for asking.” — Jade, recent graduate mixed animal veterinarianIn This Episode00:00 – Introduction and where this episode fits in the Energy Vets REAL+STORY series 01:02 – Jade's background and returning to Taranaki after graduating 02:42 – What “supportive” really means for a new graduate 04:01 – How Energy Vets felt different from other student placements 05:01 – Mixed animal caseloads and how the year ebbs and flows 05:59 – Longer consult times and why they matter on busy days 06:17 – Dairy, lifestyle, and equine work in practice 07:09 – After-hours equine support and not being left alone 07:58 – Building strong relationships with clients 08:31 – Privately owned farms and what that changes 08:52 – Living in Taranaki: outdoors, community, and lifestyle 11:16 – Favourite equipment and learning to use ultrasound 11:54 – A concrete example of support during early surgeries 13:13 – Unexpected friendships and team closeness 14:14 – After-hours as a new grad and how readiness is handled 16:48 – A memorable early case and calling for help 18:00 – Who fits best at Energy Vets and what being a team player means 19:01 – Closing reflections on mentoring, support, and staying in the professionIf you're an experienced small animal veterinarian thinking about your next step — particularly if you enjoy mentoring and supporting early-career vets — Energy Vets is currently looking for someone ready to step up into that role.About Julie SouthJulie South is the founder of VetClinicJobs and host of Veterinary Voices.She works with veterinary clinics that want to show what working there is really like — not just list job requirements. Through culture storytelling, Julie helps clinics attract vets and nurses who recognise their kind of people and their kind of clinic before a vacancy appears.Struggling to get results from your job advertisements? If so, then shining online as a good employer is essential to attracting the types of veterinary professionals who're a perfect cultural fit for your clinic. The VetClinicJobs job board is the place to post your next job vacancy - to find out more get in touch with Lizzie at VetClinicJobs

Send us an inquiry through a text message here!Welcome to another episode of The Veterinary Roundtable! In this episode, Dr. King is joined by her husband, Richie, to dissect a recent episode of The Tucker Carlson Joe where co-founder of Dutch, Joe Spector, made a myriad of false claims surrounding veterinary professionals and the veterinary industry.Do you have a question, story, or inquiry for The Veterinary Roundtable? Send us a text from the link above, ask us on any social media platform, or email theveterinaryroundtable@gmail.com!Episodes of The Veterinary Roundtable are on all podcast services along with video form on YouTube!Timestamps00:00 Intro02:32 The First Red Flag05:30 Ethics in Capitalism06:12 Insurance Coverage for Pets08:23 Effects of Private Equity on Pet Care11:07 Hate Spewed for the Vet Industry13:42 What Private Equity Does15:32 Why Mom and Pop Clinics are Cheaper18:29 Providing Value in Vet Med19:20 Profitability Isn't Evil23:26 BLS Inflation Model Flaws26:53 Costs in Vet Med28:41 Telehealth Limitations32:00 The Main Goal35:10 Logic Holes36:49 AVMA False Scarcity38:44 Final Thoughts45:49 Outro

Kendra chats with Brandie Johnson, RVT, LVT, about her journey through veterinary medicine. After application to obtain the credentials VTS (ECC) Brandie received rejection letters. Where do you go when your big career goal goes awry? How do you face another work day after that? In a stunning story of resilience, Brandie has found a new path in teaching and training. This has culminated in her creating her own business Mid-Atlantic Veterinary Education Network (MAVEN). Tune in for this amazing story of a phoenix rising from the ashes. 

Send us an inquiry through a text message here!Welcome to another episode of The Veterinary Roundtable! In this episode, the ladies celebrate Christmas with a Roundtable Thriftmas segment (that you definitely DON'T want to miss), give advice on a listener wanting to become a vet tech after years of being at home, and more!Do you have a question, story, or inquiry for The Veterinary Roundtable? Send us a text from the link above, ask us on any social media platform, or email theveterinaryroundtable@gmail.com!Episodes of The Veterinary Roundtable are on all podcast services along with video form on YouTube!Timestamps00:00 Intro04:08 Pits and Peaks09:29 Roundtable Thriftmas20:12 Listener Inquiries24:23 Tales from the Trenches29:42 Outro

Kendra chats with Cassie Panning, CVT, VTS (Nutrition), about the application process for The Academy of Veterinary Nutrition Technicians. With the 16th, and final, VTS Academy episode we find some fresh, new application changes. How long do we need to be working specifically in nutrition to be eligible? Can large animal technicians complete this process? What is the optimal working environment? Listen in and find out how you can be a part of this amazing academy!

Kendra talks with Channing Benson the Programs Manager of Exams with the American Association of Veterinary State Boards (AAVSB). Did you know AAVSB actually owns the VTNE exam? Do you know the lengths they go to in order to secure a reliable and fair exam? Are you up to date on all the fresh changes including testing windows? Get answers to all these questions and more! Join in to hear a friendly voice tell you all about the scariest exam of your new career. 

Kendra chats with Abigail Nickolopoulos, CVT, VTS (Zoo) about the application process for the Academy of Veterinary Zoological Medicine Technicians. How do you even get your foot in the door in the small world of zoo medicine? What size of zoo is the best for achieving this goal? Answers to these questions and more as we dive into the unique, and small world of zoo medicine!

Kendra chats with Frannie O'Callaghan, RVT, about her new memoir SOAP Notes: Irreverent Confessions of a Veterinary Technician. Hear all the steps along the way from RVT to published author! From the highest highs to the darkest lows, her memoir gives us the clear and honest truth of what it is to be a credentialed veterinary technician. 

Episode 97 – Risk Assessment   Comprehensively assessing the risk of a Behaviour Case can be one of the most important things to do when you are first presented with a patient. Whether you're a GP vet faced with a tricky situation, a Vet or Veterinary Nurse with an interest in Veterinary Behaviour Medicine, or a non-Veterinary Behaviour practitioner, it is always really good practice to perform a risk assessment and have an open conversation with the caregiver based on this risk assessment   In this episode, I tell you my top 3 risks to assess against and give you 4 specific things to evaluate when it comes to assessing risk. Following these steps will give you so much more clarity when it comes to advising your clients on the risk – and safety aspects of their pet's behaviour.   If you're keen to understand more about Veterinary Psychopharmacology, then check out my PSYCHOACTIVE course, which will give you so much more knowledge and confidence to proceed: https://katrin-jahn.mykajabi.com/psychoactive   And if you'd like some amazing Client Handouts to give to your clients to help them understand the situation and their pet a little better, then here is the link to my amazing Trinity Client Handouts E-Book: https://katrin-jahn.mykajabi.com/trinity-e-book   I would absolutely LOVE to hear what you thought about the episode and your thoughts on the topic !!   If you liked this episode of the show, The Pet Behaviour Chat, please LEAVE A 5-STAR REVIEW, like, share, and subscribe!   Facebook Group: Join The Veterinary Behaviour Community on Facebook   You can CONNECT with me: Website: Visit my website Trinity Veterinary Behaviour Instagram: Follow Trinity Veterinary Behaviour on Instagram Trinity Veterinary Behaviour Facebook: Join us on Trinity Veterinary Behaviour's Facebook page Trinity Veterinary Behaviour YouTube: Subscribe to Trinity Veterinary Behaviour on YouTube LinkedIn Profile: Connect with me on LinkedIn   Thank you for tuning in!

Kendra chats with Christy DeYoung, RVT, VTS (Diagnostic Imaging) about the application process for the Academy of Veterinary Technicians in Diagnostic Imaging. From an every other year testing cycle to heavy skill requirement in advanced imaging, hear about all the ins and outs of DI. Where is the best place to get CE that meets the strict requirements? What is the best work environment for a successful application process? Find out the answers to all these questions and more! Don't forget to hang around for the amazing imaging tech tip at the end.

Kendra chats with fellow members of the Academy of Equine Veterinary Nursing Technicians Andrea Whittle and Sheri Miller. Andrea and Sheri are both LVTs holding the credentials VTS (EVN). This episode will not only go over the application process but give you insight from a founding member! If you are interested in advancing your career as an equine veterinary technician you won't want to miss this episode. From all the great CE options to tips and tricks for maximizing your potential, this episode will get you excited for all things equine!

Episode 85 – Setting Up a Behaviour Service with RVN Nikki McLeod   Veterinary Nurses are INVALUABLE when it comes to promoting Behavioural Health within Veterinary Practices. In this episode, I chat to RVN, Nikki McLeod about her current exciting journey of setting up a Behaviour Service within the practice she works in, what her challenges have been, what her wins have been and what she has learned along the way! This is such a great episode for vets and veterinary nurses around the world to gather top tips and inspiration on how they can utilise their skills and their teams to start integrating Behaviour Medicine into their everyday practices. Nikki is such an inspiration, and I wish her every success with the set-up of this much-needed service!   If you are a Veterinary Nurse and you'd like to learn more about the basics of Canine and Feline Behaviour, then have a look at my amazing courses:   Learn To Speak Dog https://katrin-jahn.mykajabi.com/learn-to-speak-dog   Learn To Speak Cat https://katrin-jahn.mykajabi.com/learn-to-speak-cat   AND… avail of my Super Summer Offer of 50% off both of these courses until 31st August 2025! Just use the Discount Code SUMMER50 when checking out!   If you liked this episode of the show, The Pet Behaviour Chat, please LEAVE A 5-STAR REVIEW, like, share, and subscribe!   Facebook Group: Join The Veterinary Behaviour Community on Facebook   You can CONNECT with me: Website: Visit my website Trinity Veterinary Behaviour Instagram: Follow Trinity Veterinary Behaviour on Instagram Trinity Veterinary Behaviour Facebook: Join us on Trinity Veterinary Behaviour's Facebook page Trinity Veterinary Behaviour YouTube: Subscribe to Trinity Veterinary Behaviour on YouTube LinkedIn Profile: Connect with me on LinkedIn   Thank you for tuning in!

Brian Goleman, CVT, of Brian's Bandages chats with Kendra about all things bandaging. Hear Brian's journey from starting as a zookeeper to finding himself submerged in the world of bandaging. He has built himself a small bandaging empire featuring lunch and learns, speaking at conferences, custom bandage cut outs, and the new release of bandage scissors! You won't want to miss this one!

Kendra chats with Darci Palmer, LVT, VTS (Anesthesia and Analgesia) about  application to the second oldest VTS academy. Having been around for so many years the carefully honed application process for the Academy of Veterinary Technicians in Anesthesia and Analgesia is not for the faint of heart. This episode is full of working examples and application tips to guide you through your application process. This is one episode you won't want to sleep on!

Kendra chats with Jess Bowditch, RVT, CCRP, VTS (Physical Rehabilitation) about the application process for the Academy of Physical Rehabilitation Veterinary Technicians. What is the optimal working environment while pursuing these credentials? Do you need any other type of physical rehabilitation certification to qualify? What is the deal with the points system? Find out the answers to these questions and hear some fantastic examples for application! Don't skip out on the tech tip at the end!THE HIGH-EARNING WOMEN PODCASTThis podcast empowers high-earning women to make informed financial decisions and thrive.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

Kendra joins forces with Dave Cowan, CVT, VTS (ECC) to talk about The Academy of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Technicians and Nurses. The very first NAVTA approved academy for the credentials of Veterinary Technician Specialist. What does it take to be a part of the largest VTS academy? How does their academy define emergency and critical care? What are some ways to ensure a successful application process? Listen in for these answers and so many other great tips and suggestions to become a VTS-ECC!THE HIGH-EARNING WOMEN PODCASTThis podcast empowers high-earning women to make informed financial decisions and thrive.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

Kendra talks to Taryn Singleton, LVT, who is going on year 38! Finding a unicorn clinic right out of school Taryn has spent many years working in the trenches and grew into a 100% veterinary practice owner. What was it like being a new technician in the late '80s? What advice does she have for technicians looking to be practice owners? What's new with the VTNE? You definitely don't want to miss Taryn's wonderful energy and hearing her story.THE HIGH-EARNING WOMEN PODCASTThis podcast empowers high-earning women to make informed financial decisions and thrive.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

Kendra chats with Katie, LVT, VTS (Ophthalmology) about the application process for the Academy of Veterinary Ophthalmic Technicians. From a very strict working environment right up front, to the standard case logs and reports, find out the highlights of the application process. Even though eyes might make some of you squeamish, listen in on Katie's story. She didn't realize they would be her big pick either!THE HIGH-EARNING WOMEN PODCASTThis podcast empowers high-earning women to make informed financial decisions and thrive.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

Kendra joins forces with Monique Feyrecilde, LVT, VTS (Behavior) to talk all things behavior. The Academy of Veterinary Behavior Technicians has some of their own unique requirements for their VTS application process. Tune in to find out about time sheets, the easiest working environment, and the difference between intervention and prevention in behavior medicine. All your basic questions are answered for this application process with the added bonus of great examples along the way!THE HIGH-EARNING WOMEN PODCASTThis podcast empowers high-earning women to make informed financial decisions and thrive.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

Juliann London, RVT, VTS (Dermatology) chats with Kendra about the application process for the Academy of Dermatology Veterinary Technicians. Can we still work in a general practice setting and have a successful application? What requirements are unique to dermatology? Tune in for all the information to get started on your VTS-Derm credentials! THE HIGH-EARNING WOMEN PODCASTThis podcast empowers high-earning women to make informed financial decisions and thrive.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

Kendra is joined by Kara Tourot, LVT, VTS (Dentistry) and Amanda Ray, LVT, VTS (Dentistry) to talk over the application process for the Academy of Veterinary Dental Technicians. With a very unique process that requires heavy time management you won't want to miss this episode. Over their 2-year training process very specific CE acquisition is required, along with specific case collection. Can we still work GP and have a successful application? Is there someone to help us work our way through this process? Get all the answers and plenty of tips for a successful application process. THE HIGH-EARNING WOMEN PODCASTThis podcast empowers high-earning women to make informed financial decisions and thrive.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

Rebecca, RVN, VTS (Exotic Companion Animal) joins Kendra to talk about acquiring a VTS in Clinical Practice. The Academy of Veterinary Technicians in Clinical Practice provides a few different paths you can take based on your preferred species. With conversation from crazy exotic animal differences to their all encompassing skills list and everything in between. Tune in for Rebecca's fresh insights on this marathon process. Don't forget to stick around for the tech tip at the end!