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AVMA harassment policy
View the AVMA's model policy on harassment and a discrimination-free veterinary workplace.
Jack Tuckner discusses harassment
Employment attorney Jack Tuckner speaks about prominent sexual harassment cases.
Dog lifestyle survey
This sample form will remind you to ask clients important lifestyle questions.
Dandy's day at the dentist
Use this client education form to educate clients about the care their pet receives during a dental appointment.
The fecal experiment
This sample flow chart demonstrates how your whole team can communicate more effectively to boost client compliance.
Firstline Live
A quick tip from Firstline Live:
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Use simple language and reinforce the benefits when you offer a recommendation, says Dr. Ernest E. Ward Jr., a Veterinary Economics Editorial Advisory Board member and owner of Seaside Animal Care in Calabash, N.C.
Conference Highlights
What dreams may come
How a Vet Ec board member snuck into my subconscious.
Veterinary Economics
Seeing our board members at CVC East in Baltimore clearly got to me.
Create a more unified, more productive team by defining your mission
Veterinary Economics
Everyone on a veterinary team wants to know where you're headed and how your team is doing. Answer those questions by giving your team a clear vision and identifying your first goals along the path.
Projectile plays in Baltimore
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Check out this video from the concert.
Use human health comparisons to build value
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The client looks up from your estimate and says, "Wow. That's a lot." What do you say when you encounter price resistance?
Perform a SWOT analysis to identify new business opportunities
Veterinary Economics
The strongest practice teams work on their business, not just in it. Use this approach to give structure to your conversations about what paths to pursue.
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Firstline wants to know
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Do you have a great boss? We want to know. Tell us what makes your boss great.
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Those new arrivals
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We haven't told our dog, Sebastian, that he'll have a new sibling this August. When our son was born a few years ago, Sebastian was the most enthusiastic cheerleader you could ask for. So I'm hoping he'll revive that same joyous spirit when he has another little human brother or sister. These transitions take patience, but there are many little rewards along the way.
Ask Amy
Ask Amy: I can't discipline
I'm an office manager for a practice with 26 doctors and team members. Because the owner hires personal friends, I can't effectively discipline team members who don't meet expectations. One problem employee has known the owner for more than 20 years. She's not a team player and her poor performance frustrates others. What can I do?
Pearls of Practice
Huddles offer more chances to score
Move over, Steelers, there's a new team in town.
Sample forms
The fecal experiment
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This sample flow chart demonstrates how your whole team can communicate more effectively to boost client compliance.
A lifetime of canine wellness
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Use this form to educate clients about your wellness schedule for dogs.
A lifetime of feline wellness
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Use this form to educate clients about your wellness schedule for cats.
Dog lifestyle survey
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This sample form will remind you to ask clients important lifestyle questions.
Dandy's day at the dentist
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Use this client education form to educate clients about the care their pet receives during a dental appointment.
Important reasons to spay or neuter your pet
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Use this form to educate clients and encourage them to spay or neuter their pet.
Client satisfaction survey
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Use this survey to learn how satisfied clients are with your practice.
Summer care tips for your pet
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Review these tips to keep pets safe and healthy during the spring and summer seasons.
Winter care tips for your pet
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Review these tips to keep pets safe and healthy during the fall and winter seasons.
What shoe are you?
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Use this card to record your biggest work challenges and what your team can do to relate to you. Then discuss your answers at the next staff meeting.
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