Associates
How to say what you mean
You don't have to zip your lip. Just tune in to body language, tone level, and these other tips.
Managing your new paycheck as an associate veterinarian
Dr. Andrew Rollo shares personal finance advice for associate veterinarians.
NAVC panelists address veterinary workforce trends, student debt
Orlando - How insidious is escalating veterinary student debt?
Coping skills becoming shallow?
Before burnout sends you off the deep end, consider a few creative ways to lessen your stress and help you enjoy your work again.
USDA outlines application process for federal loan repayment program
Washington -- The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) plans to accept applications for a federal veterinary student loan repayment program that has been seven years in the making by April.
Q&A: Taming team member tardiness
Short of termination, how can I discipline a team member who is habitually late for her shift?
Q&A: Promoting a healthy lifestyle among team members
My team members get sick a lot. How can I promote a healthier lifestyle among our staff?
BizQuiz: Are you an underearner?
Learn how to think about compensation in a way that frees you to do your best work - and get paid for it.
East meets West at your practice
Dr. Dirk Yelinek combines mainstream and holistic therapies. Find out how you can, too.
Americans' job satisfaction plunges to new low
Those without jobs may scoff, but U.S. workers are less content than ever.
Well-Managed Practice Associate Survey: Benchmarks 2011
Associates give input on practice.
What pushes your veterinary practice value down?
Evaluate your animal hospital's staffing, equipment, inventory and more
Learn to love your younger colleagues
Veteran veterinarians have much to teach younger doctors. But the opposite is true as well.
Q&A: Smart ways to save for retirement
I'm a new associate immersed in my first contract negotiation. What are the benefits of a 401(k) vs. a Roth IRA?
The sweeper should choose the broom
Everyone affected by a decision should be involved in the process.
The No Complaining Rule
This rule, outlined in Jon Gordon's book by the same name, is just as simple as it seems.
The biggest complainer wins
One hospital handles staff complaints with humor.
How to use social networking in your job search
More employers than ever are using social networking sites to screen job candidates. Make sure you present a positive online image.
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Face your fees head-on: Figure out what's changed, what hasn't, and what should (sponsored by Intervet/Schering-Plough Animal Health)
In this economic climate, there's pressure both to charge more and to charge less-and creative ways to hold the line.
Tackling tension on your team (sponsored by Intervet/Schering-Plough Animal Health)
Start now to forge-or fix-working relationships between your technician and the new intern or associate.
Equine rabies: Do your clients get the message? (sponsored by Intervet/Schering-Plough Animal Health)
Educate horse owners on risk factors and prevention strategies.
5 reasons to go out on a limb
The coming new year offers the perfect time to go out on a limb-even if you fall flat. Here are five phenomenal ways your setbacks help you climb to the top.
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Get a grip on employee carelessness
What to do when team members fail to take care of equipment.
Coping with the loss of a doctor
Sample guidelines to follow after the death of a veterinarian.
Finding my middle ground
A mother of three struggles to find a balance between family and work.
5 tips to keep your top-notch employees onboard
Helping your team feel valued and informed will ensure retention.
Create an effective marketing plan
Veterinary consultant Dr. Amanda Donnelly, MBA, outlines the first steps toward creating a successful marketing plan.
Wayne Usiak, AIA: 3 questions you need to answer
BDA Architecture founder shares three critical questions to ask as you proceed through a veterinary design project.