Author: awarevet
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From Individual Resilience to Ecosystem Health: Why Team Culture Matters in Veterinary Medicine
By Dr. Heather Gunn McQuillan For years, conversations about well-being in veterinary medicine have focused almost exclusively on the individual. We encourage veterinarians and team members to meditate more, exercise more, set boundaries, build resilience, and “fill their cups.” While these tools can be valuable, they tell only a small part of the story. Well-being…
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Unlocking High-Performing Veterinary Teams With the Strength Deployment Inventory
By Heather Gunn McQuillan Why trust, communication, and motivation—not just talent—are the real drivers of workplace success Veterinary teams don’t struggle because they lack skill. They struggle because they are human. Even in the most purposeful workplaces, conflict appears due to communication styles, decision-making, workload, priorities, and the hundred unseen pressures of life in practice.…
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Cognitive Diversity in Veterinary Teams: Why Different Thinkers Make Better Clinicians
By Heather Gunn McQuillan Across veterinary medicine, whether in teaching hospitals, private practice, research, or industry, teams are at the heart of our work. While we often celebrate the passion that brings us into this profession, we sometimes overlook one of the profession’s most valuable assets: our diversity of thought. Veterinary programs across North America…
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The Power of Online Mindfulness for Veterinarians & Veterinary Students
Why a Live, On-Line, Veterinary-Specific Mindfulness Program Can Change the Way You Work — and Live Veterinary medicine is deeply meaningful work — but it can also be emotionally taxing, fast-paced, and relentless. Whether you’re a practicing veterinarian, a veterinary technician, or a veterinary student learning to navigate the profession for the first time, the…
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Contract Review & Negotiation for Veterinary Students and Early-Career Veterinarians
By Dr. Heather Gunn McQuillan Why You Should Never Navigate This Alone—and How AwareVet Can Help Signing your first veterinary contract – or even your third – is one of the most influential decisions of your career. It affects not only your income, but also your workload, wellbeing, mentorship, and ability to thrive rather than…
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The Art of Connection in Veterinary Medicine: Career Growth Begins With How You Connect
In the ever-evolving world, the art of forging genuine connections remains timeless. Whether it’s with colleagues, clients, or partners, establishing a genuine rapport paves the way for collaborative success.
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