
Vet Life Reimagined
Many have dreamed to enter veterinary medicine, and at the same time so many veterinary professionals love the field but feel "stuck" in their careers. Vet Life Reimagined was created to show that there are more possibilites than we often realize. Each week, host Dr. Megan Sprinkle, sits down with veterinarians, veterinary technicians, students, and leaders who share their real stories - the detours, doubts, and discoveries that shaped their career paths.
The podcast is a space to explore what's possible, find encouragement from others who've been there, and spark ideas for your own next step. Whether you're seeking inspiration, mentorship, or simply reassurance that you're not alone, Vet Life Reimagined offers conversations that help veterinary professionals thrive in both work and life.
Vet Life Reimagined
Success through Hospitality and Emotional Intelligence with Debbie Boone
Vet Life Reimagined guest, Debbie Boone grew up in her family's restaurants learning about the importance of hospitality. She has over 35 years of business experience in the veterinary industry and now owns a veterinary consultant service. She is a professional speaker and trainer on communication, team development, client service, and change implementation. In this episode, you will learn skills to help you thrive in work and life such as emotional intelligence and a growth mindset.
Resources:
Chapters
(00:00) Introduction
(02:13) Debbie's career journey
(07:16) How Debbie's clinic achieved almost 90% compliance in preventative care
(21:18) Challenge, failure, growth
(24:54) How the brain is a liar and why that's important
(28:35) How to respond to, "you just care about the money".
(30:36) Emotional intelligence and empathy in veterinary medicine. Who is the hero?
(35:38) What work as a veterinary clinic consultant looks like
(39:11) Debbie's final advice for the veterinary profession
(40:43) Final 4 questions
(42:33) Gratitude
(43:48) Behind the scenes of Debbie's recent book
(45:05) Why you should talk to strangers
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