Michele Drake, DVM, CVA

Burnout is a word we hear a lot, especially in the veterinary industry. But do we really know what it is, let alone how to beat it?

Becoming the preferred veterinary practice in your community can be a long, but rewarding journey

Everything begins with creating a healthy workplace

A strong, positive culture is critical for recruitment, retention, teamwork, and patient care. We deal with extremely stressful situations, and having an aligned team makes all the difference

Building a successful veterinary practice requires more than just a love for animals and excellent veterinary skills

Intentional decision-making, deep-rooted commitment, and a strong set of guiding principles are required to expand a successful practice

Changing your mind-set can change your results

Job-hopping is inevitable, but letting it disrupt your practice is optional

How to empower your team and achieve balance

Using workplace culture to attract and retain top talent

Using practice culture to attract and retain top talent

Clarifying the mission and educating the staff lead to an engaged workplace

Michelle Drake, DVM shares team management and hiring best practices that support a practice's mission, values, and culture

Tips and tricks for keeping your team aligned

An expert shares leadership strategies for enhancing team cohesion

Take these steps today for better veterinary team building

How team building can improve morale and productivity

Encinitas, Calif. — Communication with staff is the key to a hospital's success, Dr. Michele Drake says.