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Life hack: Take a time out

May 1, 2018
David Dycus, DVM, MS, CCRP, DACVS-SA

SAP Partners | <b>Nexus Veterinary Bone & Joint Center</b>

My secrets to success? Exercise, great mentors and time-outs.

One thing I wish I had been in taught in vet school is that it's OK not to know the answer right off the bat. In some situations, I have to simply tell owners, “You know, that's a great question, and I don't have the answer. Let me look into it and get back to you.”

Mind on the run

I love exercise, especially running. For many years, I've been a long-distance runner. I don't listen to music when I run. Rather I focus my brain and think. I've learned to zone out and relax, and I do some of my best thinking. I've developed most of my lectures, research projects and labs in my mind while on a long run. When I get home, I pull up my computer and put my thoughts on paper.

Mentor up

The best career tip I wish I'd learned earlier: I wish someone had told me to find a group of mentors to bounce ideas off of. I have my “go to” people I bug every week with questions.

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You need a time-out

It's also important to take time for yourself. Unplug, relax and enjoy life. Remember: Work to live, but don't live to work. The world is a great place, and there are many things to experience.

Plan ahead

I need to learn Spanish-it's been a goal of mine for many years-so I can move to Costa Rica when I retire. If the Spanish thing doesn't work out, I want to learn to be a stormtrooper so I can play one at Disney World. What better way to spend the day, revealing your inner nerd and hanging out at the most magical place on earth?

Keep those thank-you cards

In the hustle of life and work and dealing with rude, mean or upset clients it's easy to get drained and feel beat down. I save every single thank-you card, note and email I've ever received from clients. When I feel a little burnt out, I go back and read the cards, notes and emails. It quickly lifts my spirits and reminds me of why I choose to do what I do.

 

 

 

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