Veterinary Voices
Veterinary Voices celebrates all that's great about working in the veterinary industry in New Zealand.
Each week Julie South (of VetStaff - New Zealand's only recruitment agency specialising in helping veterinary professionals find jobs they're excited about going to on Monday mornings) catches up with industry professionals who join her in celebrating life as a veterinary professional in New Zealand.
Get ready to hear how "veterinary" is a great career choice and how New Zealand is a great place to live and work as a veterinary professional.
Together with her guests, Julie South is on a mission to celebrate positive, dynamic and healthy workplaces where everyone loves going to work on Monday mornings.
Episodes
203 episodes since 2020
Empowering Veterinary Nurses for Career Longevity - Laura Harvey - President NZVNA
Curious about why only 26% of Kiwi veterinary nurses plan to stay in their profession until retirement? Join Julie South as she catches up with Associate Professor Laura Harvey, the President of the New Zealand Vete...
September 09, 2024
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Episode 202
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34:11
Champions of Change: Leading the Future of Veterinary Practice in New Zealand with Kevin Bryant
Kevin Bryant, CEO of the New Zealand Veterinary Association (NZVA), joins Julie South of VetStaff, us to share his passion and commitment to supporting veterinarians throughout their careers. From students to retirees, Kevin...
September 02, 2024
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Episode 201
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28:41
Paving the Path Forward with Veterinary Voices
Join Julie South in this milestone episode of the Vet Staff podcast as she reflects on an incredible journey spanning 199 episodes, five continents, 100 countries, and 1400 cities. From its humble beginnings during New Zealand's 20...
August 26, 2024
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Episode 200
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6:24
The Paradox of Slowing Down to Speed Up - Pomodoro on Steroids
What if the key to skyrocketing your veterinary practice's productivity lies in the counterintuitive strategy of slowing down? Today, Julie South takes you on a journey through the art of effective time management that i...
August 19, 2024
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Episode 199
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21:36
Privacy, Fairness, and References in New Zealand: What Every Veterinary Professional Needs to Know
How familiar are you with the "protective" laws involved in reference checking?Julie South from VetStaff explores the complexities of reference checks in New Zealand's veterinar...
August 12, 2024
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Episode 198
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24:17
Exploring the Pros and Cons of Locum Vet Work in New Zealand: Insights and Connections with the Veterinary Community
Ever wondered if a career as a locum vet or vet nurse in New Zealand could be your next big move...? This week VetStaff's Julie South explores the (sometimes) thrilling possibilities and (dreaded) daunting challenges of ...
August 05, 2024
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Episode 197
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14:40
Understanding and Overcoming Displacement Activities - ep 196
Can focusing on trivial tasks be sabotaging your productivity? Discover how displacement activities, those sneaky forms of procrastination, trick you into feeling accomplished while keeping you from tackling crucial tasks....
July 29, 2024
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Episode 196
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14:22
From Dreaded to Dynamic: Revamp Your Team Meetings
Ever wondered why some meetings feel like a waste of time while others drive real results? Discover the secrets to conducting powerful and efficient veterinary clinic meetings that will transform your practice's productivity. ...
July 22, 2024
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Episode 195
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21:52
Transform Your Vet Clinic: the Peak-End Rule Cognitive Bias and (unfair) Annual Performance Reviews
Is your clinic still struggling with the post-pandemic workforce transformation? Discover how to turn these challenges into opportunities by understanding the concept of psychological safety and its profound impact on new hires a...
July 19, 2024
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Episode 194
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18:44
From Conflict to Consensus: Navigating Team Dynamics - ep 193
Join Julie South, a Certified DISC Trainer and Resilience Coach, as she delves into the art of reaching consensus within teams. Julie emphasises the importance of creating a safe space for open conversations, setting clear objectiv...
July 08, 2024
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Episode 193
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20:54
Subtle Killers of Team Morale: Quiet (Silent) Quitting, Disengagement and Working to Rule
Have you ever wondered how to unlock the full potential of your veterinary team? Join DISC Certified Trainer and Resilience Coach Julie South as she unravels some of the secrets to boosting employee engagement in the veterinary i...
July 01, 2024
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Episode 192
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18:29
Enhancing Employee Engagement: Improve Your Veterinary Clinic's Culture and Success - ep 191
Julie South, Certified DISC Trainer and Resilience Coach, delves into the crucial topic of employee engagement. Discover how understanding and addressing your team's needs can transform your clinic's culture, boost productivity, and dr...
June 24, 2024
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Episode 191
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17:05
Cracking the Code to Team Success: Psychological Safety, Collaboration, and Connection
In this insightful episode of the Vet Staff Podcast, host Julie South tackles the important topic of psychological safety and its impact on team dynamics, collaboration, and overall veterinary clinic performance. This episod...
June 17, 2024
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Episode 190
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20:00
Words and Gestures: A Window into Your Colleagues' Personalities - verbal and non verbal language
Have you ever felt like you're speaking a different language than some colleagues? In this insightful episode, DISC Certified Trainer and Resilience Coach Julie South provides a framework for understanding diverse communication styles through t...
June 10, 2024
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Episode 189
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13:31
Psychological Safety, the True Cost of Staff Turnover and Building a Resilient Veterinary Team
Ever wondered what the true cost of staff turnover is in veterinary clinics and how you can build a more resilient and engaged team? Join us as we uncover the financial and emotional toll of staff turnover that often goe...
June 03, 2024
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Episode 188
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27:34
Decoding DISC Leadership - Understanding the “ACCOMMODATING LEADER” style - 8/8
Curious about how to unlock the full potential of Accommodating Leaders in your veterinary practice...? In this insightful episode, Certified DISC Trainer and Resilience Coach Julie South takes uncovers the world of the Accommoda...
May 27, 2024
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Episode 187
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20:36
Decoding DISC Leadership - Understanding the “MODEST LEADER” style - 7/8
Ever work with a boss, Lead Vet, Head Vet Nurse or Practice Manager who's all about rules, routines and doing it by the book...?Let me take you inside the mind of the Modest Leader<...
May 20, 2024
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Episode 186
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20:29
Decoding DISC Leadership - Understanding the “METHODICAL LEADER” style - 6/8
Have you ever found yourself navigating the intricacies of a leader who thrives on structure, processes, and doing things by the book?I, Julie South, invite you to delve into the fascinating world of the Methodical Leader i...
May 13, 2024
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Episode 185
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21:10
Decoding DISC Leadership - Understanding the “PERFECTIONIST LEADER” style - 5/8
Have you ever found yourself in awe of a leader who demands nothing short of perfection? I, Julie South, invite you on a fascinating exploration of the Perfectionist Leader’s psyche in our latest podcast episode. We disse...
May 06, 2024
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Episode 184
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22:28
Decoding DISC Leadership - Understanding the “ACCEPTING LEADER” style - 4/8
Maybe You Crave a Leader Who Truly Listens and Supports You?Embark on a journey with Julie South as she explores the complexities of the DISC personality types and how they mesh with the harmonious ACCEPTING Leader.I...
April 29, 2024
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Episode 183
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17:30
Decoding DISC Leadership - Understanding the INSPIRING Leader - ep 182
Ever felt the electric buzz of working under a leader whose sheer presence can light up a room? Embark on a journey with Julie South as she breaks down the complexities of the DISC personality types and how they mesh with the whi...
April 22, 2024
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Episode 182
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16:24
Decoding DISC Leadership - Understanding the “DYNAMIC LEADER” style - 2/8
Have you ever considered the impact your personality has on your leadership style? This week, we unravel the traits of "Dynamic" leaders, shedding light on how such leaders thrive on challenge and spearhead teams toward lofty goa...
April 15, 2024
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Episode 181
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22:32
Decoding DISC Leadership - Understanding the “COMMANDING LEADER” style - 1/8
Welcome to part 1 of an 8-episode series exploring the 8 DISC leadership styles: Commanding, Dynamic, Inspiring, Accepting, Accommodating, Modest, Methodical and Perfectionist. Kicking off the series, your host Julie South, a ...
April 08, 2024
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Episode 180
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21:49
Turning Triggers Into Teachers - Negative Affect and Emotional Intelligence
Have you ever felt knocked off balance by a difficult life event or emotional outburst? What if, instead of being victims of these occasional triggers, we could develop the skills to harness them as teachers on our path to growth?
April 01, 2024
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Episode 179
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14:27
Veterinary Resilience - Positive Optimism Affirmations - pt 4 of 4 - 178
Do you struggle with negative self-talk and pessimism? Are you looking for ways to boost your resilience against the stresses of veterinary work? Would you like to transform doubts into optimism using personal a...
March 26, 2024
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Episode 178
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10:40