🌟We hope your day is as productive as our star employees, Dr. Biscuit and Chicken!
Despite the many tasks and responsibilities we throw their way, these two always give 110%. They brighten up our online meetings with their adorable presence and are always happy to pose for cute photos during our team chats. For obvious reasons, they're the marketing department’s favorites!
Big thanks to Marcy Rice for providing us with such fantastic associates!❤️
💬Let us know in the comments which task you think Dr. Biscuit and Chicken excel at the most.
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Must-visit veterinary events in May
Don't let these veterinary events slip away from you this May!
Put them on your calendar:
📌UVSA 2023 Annual Conference – May 1, San Antonio, Texas
📌US Vet Shows/Chicago – May 18, Chicago, Illinois
📌Fetch Miami by DVM360.com – May 19, Miami, Florida
📌NAVC Institute – May 21, Orlando, Florida
📌Emerald Coast Veterinary Conference - ECVC by Alabama Veterinary Medical Association – May 31, Miramar Beach, Florida
Keep this list handy, and tag your conference buddies you plan to meet up with in the comment section!👇🏻
📲Check out our full guide to all the 2023 veterinary events and start planning your next big adventure now: https://bit.ly/3HeuolJ
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Have you ever felt not heard by your employer when providing feedback? Here's what you can do next time to make your voice heard:
1️⃣Be sure to choose a time and place when your manager is not busy or arrange a one-on-one meeting in advance.
2️⃣Use "I" statements when expressing your thoughts and feelings, such as, "I feel frustrated when … " to avoid any defensiveness or misunderstandings.
3️⃣Provide specific examples to illustrate your point.
💬Let us know in the comments if you've provided feedback to your management team before and how it has impacted the development and growth of your clinic!
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📲According to the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), only 47% of veterinarians would recommend the profession, down from 76% in 2005.
This is a clear sign that we must prioritize veterinary professionals' emotional and physical well-being and address work environment issues on an organizational level.
At Galaxy Vets, we're always looking for actionable solutions to improve employee experience and prevent burnout. Our latest study explores the key burnout triggers in the veterinary profession, and we're excited to share our findings with you!
📃In the paper, we dive deep into each trigger, discussing how they can emerge in veterinary professionals and providing practical tips for management to eliminate risk factors.
👉🏻Download the research to learn more at https://bit.ly/3mrtuv1
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Nope, sorry! You're wrong 😂
In fact, telehealth is the biggest game-changer that can help elevate the quality of care!
📌It's super convenient for prescription requests, virtual examinations, and post-surgical checkups.
📌It frees up in-clinic appointments for patients who need emergency care.
📌It takes the workload off on-call staff and allows pet owners from afar or those with transportation problems to get professional guidance at any time.
Are there any other telehealth myths that you don’t agree with? List them in the comment section below!
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How to promote flexibility in your workplace?
Are you looking for ways to promote flexibility in your workplace? Our Vice President of Field Operations, Steve Kemph, has some great tips to share👇🏻
1️⃣Allow your doctors and their support teams to have a dedicated one-hour quiet time block midday or mid-afternoon. This time allows them to make client callbacks, catch up on medical charting, and treat pet drop-offs. It also helps technicians catch up on tasks like preparing surgical packs, charting, and cleaning.
2️⃣Have a daily 10-minute lunchtime burst meeting for each hospital branch to report on the current status of their work and what changes are needed for the rest of the day. This gives your hospital the flexibility to adapt to an ever-changing environment.
What other ways do you promote flexibility in your workplace? Share your tips in the comments below!
📲If you want to partner with Galaxy Vets and build a workplace people enjoy coming to and feeling motivated by what they do together, then sign up at our website today: galaxyvets.com/galaxy-partnership-calculator
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🤩The job outlook for veterinary technicians is expected to grow 15% by 2030, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics!
It means now is a perfect time to enhance your skills and knowledge to elevate your career and increase your earnings!
👉🏻Galaxy Vets' team can give you some excellent tips on how you can do it! Our Business Development Associate, Sarah Hall, RVT, recommends specializing in a particular area, offering more technician-led appointments, pursuing additional certifications, or taking on leadership roles to demonstrate your expertise and grow your career!
💬Have anything else to add? Share your tips on advancing as a veterinary technician in the comment section below!
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🤩A whole new month with a fresh batch of opportunities to connect, learn, and grow is upon us!
April brings:
📌the Pain Management Forum by the International Veterinary Academy of Pain Management and American Association of Rehabilitation Veterinarians
📌the Mountain Veterinary Conference by the North Carolina Companion Animal Academy
📌the Uncharted Veterinary Conference by Andy Roark
📌the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners Symposium
📌the Florida Veterinary Medical Association Annual Conference
📌Fetch Arlington by DVM360.com
📌and the Veterinary Education Conference by New Jersey Veterinary Medical Association (NJVMA)!
💬Which one are you planning to attend? Let us know in the comments!
📅If you're ready to plan out your calendar until the end of the year, check out our complete list of all the veterinary events in 2023 at https://bit.ly/3v79YnQ
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Whether you're retiring, moving on to a new venture, or simply looking for a change, there are some important things to consider when selling your business!
🤔What will happen to your team?
🤔Do you have a timeline in mind, or are you happy to let it ride out and see what happens?
🤔What will you do with your free time once you're no longer running your business?
Don't worry if you're feeling overwhelmed – our Head of Business Development, Ryan Leech, has your back! If you have any questions about selling your veterinary clinic, please leave them in the comment section below, and we'll be happy to answer them!
👉🏻Or visit our website to calculate your numbers and book a discovery call with our team: https://galaxyvets.com/galaxy-partnership-calculator/
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📌Galaxy Vets' latest Burnout Study results are in, and the findings are alarming. Burnout is affecting women and younger veterinary professionals the most!
Results showed more work experience was associated with less burnout and vice-versa. This trend suggests that more experienced veterinary professionals may be better equipped to manage the challenges of their job than their younger counterparts.
By paying special attention to the needs of these most vulnerable groups, veterinary leaders can better support their employees and reduce the risk of burnout, leading to a healthier and more productive workplace for everyone.
📲Download the full report with some actionable recommendations based on our findings: https://bit.ly/42agE4q
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🦸♀️As a veterinary professional, it's easy to get caught up in the daily grind. But you can thrive despite all the challenges, as long as you make self-care your top priority!
🙌🏻Remember, taking care of yourself isn't a luxury. It's a necessity! Without a healthy mind and body, you won't be able to perform at your best and give your patients the care they deserve.
If you're looking for a workplace that values your well-being and supports your growth, then Galaxy Vets is the place to be. We believe a positive work environment is key to our success, and we're committed to fostering a culture of care and support for our employees.
📲Head to our website, sign up for one of our upcoming Future Employee Meetups, and let's meet: galaxyvets.com
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What is EBITDA?
🤓Have you heard about EBITDA?
EBITDA stands for earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization. This measure shows a more realistic number for the buyer as it excludes owner benefits, rent, and other factors that have nothing to do with the actual profit of the practice.
To get the highest purchase price for your business, you need to strive to improve the value of your EBITDA since buyers are willing to pay more for clinics with substantial revenue!
📲If you wonder what your sale profit could be, visit our website to calculate your practice numbers: https://galaxyvets.com/galaxy-partnership-calculator/
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💥Galaxy Vets’ third annual Burnout Study is out!
We collected nearly 2,000 responses from diverse voices across the industry to capture insights that can help systemically address burnout.
This year, we looked into the economic welfare and compensation satisfaction of veterinary professionals and how financial freedom relates to burnout. We analyzed the influence of feedback and support culture on the emotional well-being of employees, and what kind of work arrangements veterinary professionals would value the most. Finally, we investigated how euthanasia procedures correlate with burnout, especially when they are performed for economic reasons.
📊Do veterinarians feel their income meets their needs? Does commission-based compensation bring more financial security? What are veterinary professionals saying about remote work? What kinds of benefits and training would your veterinary staff value the most? Find answers to these questions and more in our new whitepaper.
📥Take advantage of the full report! Download it now from our website to discover actionable strategies for creating happier and healthier workplaces for you and your team: https://bit.ly/42agE4q
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What is a firewall?
😬Veterinary practices are not immune to hacker attacks and can stand to lose valuable data.
According to Rory Lubold, Vice President of IT at Galaxy Vets, one of the most critical things that will help you avoid this is computer operating systems with firewall protection.
📲A firewall is a security system that protects your network from unauthorized access to private data, monitors traffic coming into your network, protects your hospital from hackers, and prevents access to sensitive content.
Save this video for the future, and share your tips for protecting your practice's data in the comment section below!
💬If you are looking for a partner to grow with together, consider Galaxy Vets! Every practice that joins us gets a solid foundation of reliable internal services and mentorship! Sign up at our website, and let’s talk: galaxyvets.com
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Today is a perfect day to love yourself, starting with self-care! These 3 tips can help you manage stress and find your calm👇🏻
1️⃣Identify your mental health focus areas. Then set goals and make time to create healthy boundaries to address these concerns.
2️⃣Normalize experiences. Don't be afraid to speak out about your feelings.
3️⃣Be an advocate. Listen to others and share resources with your loved ones and within communities to help break the barriers that people might run into when seeking help.
At Galaxy Vets, we are driven by the purpose to reduce burnout and strive to improve the lives of veterinary teams. Our people are our most important asset, which is why we are passionate about offering a comprehensive benefits package and any support needed to suit their needs.
🤗You can join our team today and become an advocate of growth and empowerment in veterinary medicine! Creating something together is a great thing!
Sign up for our next virtual Future Employee Meetup, where you can learn more about our healthcare system at galaxyvets.com
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Non-competes are the worst, and here is why👇🏻
🙅♀️It deprives veterinarians of control, triggers burnout, and causes a talent drain that hurts our clients and their pets
🙅♀️It limits an individual's options to self-direct their career choices and make a change if desired
As part of Galaxy Vets' vision, we reject non-compete clauses to create a more fair and equitable workplace for veterinary professionals.
💬"Instead of trapping employees with unethical limitations, we should create an environment where they want to be," says Dr. Ivan Zak, CEO at Galaxy Vets.
Want to learn more about our vision and what we offer our employees? We are looking forward to meeting you at our virtual Future Employee Meetup! Sign up and bring your questions: galaxyvets.com
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📨Your inbox deserves only the best emails to keep you up to date with the latest vet med trends!
Our Head of Business Development, Ryan Leech, shared three newsletters for veterinary professionals and practice managers that deserve your attention! So save the list and fill your inbox with a bit of goodness.
Have something to add? Sign off your favorites in the comment section below!👇🏻
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💬In pursuit of happiness at work, we are continuously expanding our benefits package to meet the unique needs and desires of each team member and their families.
Today, have a sneak peek at the Employee Assistance Program we offer at Galaxy Vets! It includes resources and guidance to help with parenting, senior care, home services, wellness, and legal and financial services for our employees and their family members. It also provides on-site counseling if a critical incident occurs at work.
Shout out to Kathy Joling, our amazing perks strategist, for being so passionate about benefits and how they impact employees' lives!
Let's join forces in building a veterinary healthcare system with burnout prevention by design! Explore a partnership with Galaxy Vets today: galaxyvets.com/galaxy-partnership-calculator/.
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🤣Who else can relate? Although, to be honest, coffee sounds smashing for us, too!
And what usually cheers you up at the beginning of the work week? Sign off in the comment section!
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YOU NEED to hear this today!👇🏻
Don't be so hard on yourself! You are doing better than you give yourself credit for. Here are some tips on how you can break the cycle of self-criticism👇🏻
📌Start by acknowledging your success. Make lists of everything you're proud of, no matter how small the accomplishment
📌Practice self-compassion. It's okay to be imperfect. We all are.
📌Take action toward your goals. Self-criticism can often lead to inaction. But if you take small steps towards your goals, you'll start seeing progress and feel better about yourself soon.
What helps you to be less self-critical? Share your tips in the comments, and let's support each other!
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