Associates

How should practitioners calculate vacation?

Years after graduating, this Utah veterinarian is still in the grips of his student loan burden. But hope is on the horizon as he finally closes in on his dream of owning a practice.

Our veterinarian constantly picks on everything we do at work. Help!

The location of your veterinary practice means your business could sink or swim.

Boost your practice's energy and share the good vibes with clients.

You should have employees participate in the creation of the practice's core values says CVC speaker Shawn McVey.

A smile (vs. a snarl) goes a long way toward keeping the bridges intact throughout your veterinary career.

Balancing a thriving veterinary life and the guilt associated with putting your personal life on the backburner is a problem. Let our expert break down the balance for you.

One in five veterinary team members admit to feeling bullied by their boss sometimes. For a profession that relies on close communication of medical teams, that's a shame. Our expert has the inside scoop on how to spot the warning signs and wipe out toxic turbulence in the workplace for good.

Many associate veterinarians are committed to owning a practice one day, but others are still on the fence. Our experts break down the reasons behind the reluctance.

Whether you're dodging their bark or their bite, there are many ways to beat a bully in veterinary practice. Consider these facts and advice from experts to handle conflicts with bosses and co-workers.

Before you assume the role of practice owner, take note of these tips.

I'm worried my restrictive covenant is too tight. Is it legal?

Balancing the well-being of a veterinary practice against a longtime employee's deception creates an ethical dilemma for one practice owner.

Does the word "contract" send shivers down your spine? Are your palms sweating just thinking about noncompete clauses and restrictive covenants? Let us ease your fears and set the record straight on what's legal.

Learn how to keep your personal life and professional life in balance

Don't let the demands of life in veterinary practice stand in the way of your fitness and health goals. Learn how to carve out more quality time for you and reap the benefits both in and outside of practice.

ClinQuiz: Eye on leptospirosis (Sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica Inc.) Answer 3C

ClinQuiz: Eye on leptospirosis (Sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica Inc.) Answer 1C

I was recently approached by a client who's launching a new animal-related business. I know he's also going to approach other team members with job offers. Should I tell the practice owner?

These business-building strategies will help you beat big-box retailers and modern mega-clinics with what you do best.

Thinking creatively is critical if you want to rise above the competition and the noise of other veterinary practices.

When you multitask, you're often running in so many different directions, it's hard to do one thing well. Here's how to multitask with a clear mind.

Links to websites asking for disaster help from veterinarians.

Sometimes veterinary team members' emotional responses have more to do with their own self-esteem than with what you've said.

An estimated 9 million Americans had their identity stolen last year. Here's what you can do if you find yourself amongst one of them.

Cool heads and cognitive solutions prevail.

Be proactive and take these steps to protect your identity.

New data shows where practice owners, managers, associates, and team members feel the pinch of working in a practice.

Our assigned office call technician takes frequent, long restroom breaks. How should I approach this topic with the employee?