http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Training+and+motivation/Article/list/43451 Training and motivation strategies for veterinary practice managers, including career development, personal growth and continuing education opportunities 2009-11-21T12:01:17Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Video-How-to-set-goals-for-team-members/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/643264?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Dr. Nan Boss, owner of Best Friends Veterinary Center in Grafton, Wisc., offers advice for motivating team members and giving them something to work toward. 2009-11-20T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/472009/643264null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Video-How-to-give-effective-feedback/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/639283?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Dr. Amanda Donnelly, MBA, shares three tips to making the most of feedback when delegating tasks. 2009-11-04T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/452009/639283/veterinary_donnelly_flash.jpg HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Team+Communication/Teach-your-team-to-reinforce-your-recommendations/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/638175?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Our team members aren't salespeople. How can we teach them to reinforce our recommendations to clients? 2009-11-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/442009/638175null XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Connect-team-members-with-employee-intranet/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/638169?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Keep team members up to date with this handy online tool. 2009-11-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/442009/638169null XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/What-makes-a-team-strong/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/638135?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Successful groups share certain traits. Find out what they are and how to develop them. 2009-10-30T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/442009/638135/veterinary_team_mf_flash.jpg HTML http://veterinarymedicine.dvm360.com/vetmed/Veterinary+Medicine/Dr-Kevin-Fitzgerald-Encouragement-is-the-currency-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/636484?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Encourage team members to promote an environment of confidence. 2009-10-26T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetmed/442009/636484null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Bring-the-outdoors-inside-to-promote-better-living/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/636658?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 A new study proves that nature makes people more caring. 2009-10-26T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/442009/636658null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Video-Tips-from-the-trenches-on-training-team-memb/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/635703?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Dr. Nan Boss offers advice for communicating effectively with team members. 2009-10-23T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/432009/635703null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Shawn-McVeys-powers-to-be-on-display-at-CVC-San-Di/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/633158?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Spend the day with this eerily insightful management consultant as he uncovers the issues impeding your success. 2009-10-09T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/412009/633158null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/What-it-takes-to-deflate-your-career-expectations/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/632235?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 If Robert Frost had had a career counselor, perhaps he would have taken the road more travelled. At least, that's what recent research suggests. Two new studies show that only when faced with harsh realities do people begin to question their picturesque view of their abilities, and opt for a more beaten-down career path. 2009-10-07T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/412009/632235/veterinary_deflate_360_flash.jpg HTML http://veterinarynews.dvm360.com/dvm/Veterinary+news/Enforcement-of-federal-ID-theft-rules-starts-Nov-1/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/632532?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 National Report — Cases of identity theft, like those that took place at Kettering Animal Hospital, are not uncommonc, and are a reminder of how important it is to make plans to fight identity theft early on. 2009-10-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/dvm/412009/632532null XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/5-ways-to-benefit-from-online-team-CE/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/630099?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Put down the pencil and pick up a mouse for a new way to educate employees. 2009-10-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/402009/630099null XML http://veterinaryteam.dvm360.com/firstline/Veterinary+team/What-the-nurse-shortage-could-mean-for-the-veterin/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/625678?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Recent graduates are leaving the nursing field after being met with overwhelming challenges. Could your team members do the same? 2009-09-10T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/firstline/372009/625678/veterinary_revolving_door_flash.jpg HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Delegation-Do-it-right/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/622543?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Managers: You need to delegate more. Here's how to do it right. 2009-08-31T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/362009/622543null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Video-How-to-make-team-members-feel-respected/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/620773?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 A common complaint among veterinary team members is lack of respect in the workplace. Mark Opperman, CVPM, offers advice on how to properly communicate staff appreciation. 2009-08-21T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/342009/620773/veterinary_opperman_821_flash.jpg HTML http://veterinaryteam.dvm360.com/firstline/Veterinary+managers/Make-compliance-personal/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/612139?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Provide staff opportunity to trial new or recommended products to boost team and client compliance. 2009-08-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/firstline/292009/612139null HTML http://veterinaryteam.dvm360.com/firstline/Veterinary+team/Love-em-amp-leave-em/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/617636?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Why team members are walking away from jobs they enjoy. 2009-08-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/firstline/322009/617636/Veterinary_MoneyHappiness_flash.jpg XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Motivation-Only-as-good-as-managers-plans/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/608862?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Study finds that motivational techniques only work when they come with clear goals and urgency to change. 2009-07-06T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/282009/608862/Veterinary_Motivation_flash.jpg HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Boost-productivity-by-meeting-team-members-needs/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/599352?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Psychologist Abraham Maslow's hierarchy of needs fits well in practice management. 2009-05-21T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/212009/599352/veterinary_team_needs_mf_flash.jpg HTML http://veterinaryteam.dvm360.com/firstline/Veterinary+team/20-questions/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/595644?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 How well do you know practice finances? 2009-05-11T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/firstline/182009/595644null HTML http://veterinaryteam.dvm360.com/firstline/Veterinary+team/Will-work-for-tips/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/594682?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Don't hear praise through the grapevine. 2009-05-06T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/firstline/172009/594682/veterinary_tips_flash.jpg HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Six-ways-to-coach-your-talent/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/596764?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Now more than ever, your employees should strive for improved practice efficiency. Teach them how. 2009-05-05T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/192009/596764/veterinary_team_mentor_dvm3_flash.jpg HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Whats-your-role-How-you-can-protect-pets-and-peopl/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/596587?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Everyone in practice has a part to play in protecting pets?and people?from parasite-related diseases. 2009-05-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/192009/596587null XML http://veterinaryteam.dvm360.com/firstline/Parasitology+Center/Parasitology-Whats-your-role/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/595386?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Do your part to demolish parasites. 2009-05-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/firstline/182009/595386null HTML http://veterinaryteam.dvm360.com/firstline/Veterinary+team/Funds-and-games/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/597475?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Make a good time out of teaching employees about the bottom line with these four team-building contests. 2009-05-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/firstline/192009/597475/Veterinary_Funds_Games_flash.jpg XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Audio-tip-Communicate-your-practices-vision/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/594314?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Dr. Christine Merle encourages you to talk with your team about the history and vision of your practice. 2009-04-20T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/172009/594314null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Green-sheets-help-show-recognition-for-a-job-well-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/591477?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Going above and beyond earns a pat on the back. 2009-04-03T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/142009/591477null HTML http://veterinaryteam.dvm360.com/firstline/Veterinary+team/Play-to-winmdashas-a-team/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/592032?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Be a team player. 2009-04-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/firstline/152009/592032null XML http://veterinarycalendar.dvm360.com/avhc/Veterinary+business/Motivation-and-delegation-ndash-Keys-to-your-perso/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/610665?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 What is motivation? 2009-04-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/avhc/292009/610665null XML http://veterinarycalendar.dvm360.com/avhc/Veterinary+business/Updating-your-employee-manual-Proceedings/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/610683?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 An employee handbook provides guidelines for employees including rules of the practice, employee conduct, safety information and benefits offered. 2009-04-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/avhc/292009/610683null XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Beef-up-clinic-brainstorming/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/590708?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Motivate your veterinary team to generate new ideas. 2009-04-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/142009/590708null XML http://veterinaryteam.dvm360.com/firstline/Veterinary+team/Offer-percentives/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/592037?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Reward staff for catching missed fees. 2009-04-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/firstline/152009/592037null XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Congratulations-for-a-job-well-done/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/590709?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Give team members a pat on the back for a job well done with "green sheets." 2009-04-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/142009/590709/veterinary409_green_form2_flash.jpg XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/QampA-How-to-motivate-underperforming-employees/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/584368?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 It's your job to help team members understand their role in your practice and strive to become better workers. 2009-03-01T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/102009/584368null XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Raises-out-bonuses-in/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/584372?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 If you can't afford to give raises, use bonuses to keep employees happy. 2009-03-01T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/102009/584372null XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Let-employees-surf-the-Web/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/584365?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Allowing employees to take short Internet breaks helps them reduce stress and think more clearly. 2009-03-01T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/102009/584365null XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Colors-can-influence-work-habits/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/583654?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Use warm colors to help your employees focus and cool colors to inspire creativity. 2009-02-26T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/092009/583654/veterinary_colors_flash.jpg HTML http://veterinarymedicine.dvm360.com/vetmed/Medicine/Dr-Kevin-Fitzgerald-We-dont-do-this-alone/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/578817?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 We veterinarians thrive through the success of our technicians. 2009-02-02T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetmed/062009/578817/Fitzgerald_Kevin_Staff250_flash.jpg HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Make-your-practice-run-like-clockwork/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/577900?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Does the daily grind cause tasks to fall by the wayside? Follow these tips to put the gears back in motion. 2009-02-01T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/052009/577900/veterinary_clockwork_bf_flash.jpg XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Phased-training-program/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/579419?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 A handy, step-by-step guide on efficiently training receptionists. 2009-02-01T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/062009/579419null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Find-misplaced-items-in-your-practice/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/577891?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Creating a reward system can help cut down on lost or misplaced items. 2009-02-01T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/052009/577891null XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Team+Communication/All-hands-eyes-and-ears-on-deck/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/577902?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Here's how to make your CE sessions effective for different learning styles. 2009-02-01T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/052009/577902/veterinary_senses_bf_flash.jpg XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Test-your-knowledge-of-employee-motivation-strateg/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/577893?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Hint: The carrot and the stick work for only so long. 2009-02-01T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/052009/577893/veterinary_carrot_bf_flash.jpg XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/How-to-stay-optimistic-in-2009/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/578100?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Here are seven strategies for staying positive in the gloomy economy. 2009-01-28T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/052009/578100/veterinary_optimistic_bf_flash.jpg HTML http://veterinarynews.dvm360.com/dvm/Veterinary+news/First-veterinary-forensics-program-created-at-UF/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/575734?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 A veterinary forensics program, under development by ASPCA and the University of Florida, was unveiled this week. 2009-01-15T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/dvm/032009/575734/DVM_veterinarynews_crime_scene_flash.s_flash.jpg HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/QampA-Find-the-leaders-in-your-practice/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/573842?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Finding the leaders within your staff can benefit your practice's efficiency and profitability. 2009-01-01T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/022009/573842/veterinary_leader_bf_flash.jpg XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Nine-smart-ways-to-downsize/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/573387?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 If your practice's finances are down, you may need to downsize. Follow these tips to do it the right way. 2008-12-30T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/012008/573387/veterinary_downsize_bf_flash.jpg HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Do-your-team-members-think-the-grass-is-greener-so/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/572113?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 One-third of American workers would switch jobs to get better technology and training. 2008-12-17T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/512008/572113/veterinary_tech_dvm360_flash.jpg HTML http://veterinarynews.dvm360.com/dvm/Veterinary+news/Penn-Vet-Wharton-partner-to-offer-veterinary-leade/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/571464?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Philadelphia -- The University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine and the Aresty Institute of Executive Education at the Wharton School of Business are teaming up to offer what is being called the Executive Veterinary Leadership Program. 2008-12-13T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/dvm/502008/571464null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+managers/Signs-your-employees-are-thinking-of-jumping-ship/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/565658?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Here are three behaviors to look out for. 2008-11-12T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/462008/565658/veterinary_jump_ship_wd_flash.jpg HTML http://veterinarymedicine.dvm360.com/vetmed/Medicine/Dr-Kevin-Fitzgerald-We-are-teachers/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/564823?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Dr. Fitzgerald reminds us that lifelong learning is important for everyone in veterinary medicine. 2008-11-10T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetmed/462008/564823/FitzgeraldCat250_flash.jpg HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Video-Delegate-but-dont-abdicate/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/562511?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Veterinary consultant Mark Opperman, CVPM, discusses how follow-up is crucial when assigning responsibility. 2008-10-31T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/442008/562511/veterinary_delegate_flash.jpg HTML http://veterinaryteam.dvm360.com/firstline/Veterinary+managers/Stop-social-loafing-Part-2/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/562177?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Work gets done in a group when every individual is motivated. Here's how to get people going. 2008-10-30T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/firstline/442008/562177null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/QampA-How-to-keep-employees-busy/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/562663?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Use this technique to find ways to fill hours for underworked employees. 2008-10-22T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/442008/562663/veterinary_employ_busy_own_flash.jpg XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Use-found-money-for-team-outings/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/562667?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Using money not accounted for to fund team outings is a great employee bonding experience. 2008-10-22T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/442008/562667null XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Give-gas-cards-to-boost-morale/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/562664?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 As gas prices stay steep, gas cards are a great way to reward employees. 2008-10-22T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/442008/562664null XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/A-winning-bonus-program/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/561830?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 This bonus program rewards employees fairly. 2008-10-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/442008/561830/veterinary_bonus_own_flash.jpg XML http://veterinaryteam.dvm360.com/firstline/Veterinary+team/Training-thats-truly-for-everyone/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/559277?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Group meetings make new member training easier. 2008-10-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/firstline/422008/559277null XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Keep-the-bugs-outmdashand-have-fun-doing-it/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/561821?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Use this fun game to reduce the amount of flies in your facility. 2008-10-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/442008/561821null XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+Equine/Watch-out-for-dangerous-assumptions/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/561834?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Make sure your staff knows how to handle the most essential duties. 2008-10-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/442008/561834null XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Solving-pet-behavior-problems-is-an-entire-veterin/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/561824?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 All team members must pitch in when addressing rowdy pets. 2008-10-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/442008/561824null XML http://veterinarycalendar.dvm360.com/avhc/Veterinary+business/Guiding-your-team-through-times-of-transition-Proc/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/587140?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 What types of transitions does a practice encounter? 2008-10-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/avhc/112009/587140null XML http://veterinarycalendar.dvm360.com/avhc/Veterinary+business/Hire-train-and-retain-ndash-advanced-personnel-man/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/587168?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Understand the responsibilities and functions of all individuals employed in your practice. 2008-10-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/avhc/112009/587168null XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+managers/Managers-Monday-1-on-1-team-member-meetings/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/555163?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Get team members to open up, and open up new possibilities. 2008-09-29T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/402008/555163null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Managers-Monday-Using-360-degree-employee-evaluati/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/552246?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Going full circle gives team members input and provides a more comprehensive report. 2008-09-22T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/392008/552246null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Does-exercise-create-efficient-employees/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/551145?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Investing in a wellness program can save your veterinary practice money. 2008-09-18T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/382008/551145null HTML http://veterinaryteam.dvm360.com/firstline/Veterinary+managers/Grow-new-technicians/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/551947?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Take one motivated candidate, add an annual school allowance, and what do you get? 2008-09-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/firstline/392008/551947null XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Parasitology+Center/Got-a-C-in-compliance/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/550803?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 If your client and internal compliance is just average—or worse—jump to the head of the class with these tips. 2008-09-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/382008/550803/veterinary_got_a-C_bf_flash.jpg XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Firstline-Live-highlight-Phased-training-and-consi/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/543867?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Regular training and clinic-wide recommendations are practice owner?s responsibility. 2008-08-22T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/342008/543867null HTML http://veterinarynews.dvm360.com/dvm/Veterinary+business/Tackling-turnover/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/533183?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Lakewood, Colo. — Associate veterinarians are jumping jobs faster than the average American worker, according to a new study, and salaries that don't keep pace with inflation could be partly to blame. 2008-08-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/dvm/312008/533183null XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/6-easy-steps-to-delegation-perfection/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/534718?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 It's hard to initiate task-sharing. But once you do, you'll never go back. 2008-08-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/322008/534718null XML http://veterinarycalendar.dvm360.com/avhc/Veterinary+managers/Organizationalmiddle-management-Training-your-mana/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/572649?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Once you identify all of the positions within your practice, it is important to create an organizational chart. 2008-08-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/avhc/512008/572649null XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/How-to-reduce-turnover/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/534716?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Managers: Take responsibility and ask your team to do the same. 2008-08-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/322008/534716null XML http://veterinarycalendar.dvm360.com/avhc/Veterinary+managers/Critical-aspects-of-management-development-Proceed/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/572659?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 One size does not fit all... Not only do managers need to adapt to the business needs but owners need to know how to direct the manager and set them up for success. 2008-08-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/avhc/512008/572659null XML http://veterinarycalendar.dvm360.com/avhc/Veterinary+technicians/Effective-staff-training-solutions-Proceedings/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/572702?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 For any practice, program or promotion to succeed, regardless of the objectives, the people who are responsible for carrying out the details of the program must be educated on what they are expected to do. 2008-08-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/avhc/512008/572702null XML http://veterinarycalendar.dvm360.com/avhc/Veterinary+business/Dealing-with-social-loafing-in-the-workplace-Proce/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/572650?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 According to the Dictionary of Psychology, social loafing describes the phenomenon that occurs when individuals exert less effort when working as a group or team than when working independently. 2008-08-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/avhc/512008/572650null XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Stop-stealing-technicians-jobs/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/534717?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Technicians help you care for patients, but they could do more—if you'd let them. 2008-08-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/322008/534717null XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+owners/Give-your-team-a-cut/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/411983?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Bonuses give team members a strong incentive to succeed. 2008-07-02T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/112007/411983/veterinary_team_cut_flash.jpg XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Dental-disinterest-of-new-associates/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/527041?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Q. It seems like recent veterinary school graduates aren't interested in dentistry. Why this lack of interest among my associates, and how do I overcome it? 2008-07-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/272008/527041null XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Owners-Pique-associates-interest/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/522818?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Dr. Brent Cook, the co-owner of Kingsbrook Animal Hospital in Frederick, Md., learned firsthand that helping his associates become comfortable with a new equipment purchase is key. 2008-06-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/242008/522818null XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/How-staff-can-give-each-other-bonuses/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/520540?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Each employee at VetSelect Animal Hospital in Dearborn Heights, Mich., receives two bonus certificates with every paycheck. 2008-06-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/232008/520540null XML http://veterinarynews.dvm360.com/dvm/Veterinary+business/Training-for-the-business-of-patient-care/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/473378?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 VBMA chapters train students on customer service, negotiation, leadership and management skills. 2007-11-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/dvm/462007/473378null XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+Market+Data/Check-out-this-data-to-learn-about-veterinary-prac/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/448871?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 These study results illuminate issues that help a veterinary practice run smoothly, with a strong focus on personnel solutions. 2007-08-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/322007/448871null HTML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Employee-safety-training-checklist-Technicianassis/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/438857?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Customize and print this handy checklist of what a new technician or assistant needs to learn and when. 2007-07-02T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/272007/438857null DOC http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Employee-safety-training-checklist-Reception-and-i/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/438840?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Customize and print this handy checklist of what a new receptionist needs to learn and when. 2007-07-02T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/272007/438840null DOC http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Legal+Ease/Get-new-employees-up-to-date-on-safety/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/438150?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Safety and workplace hazards: Here's what to teach your veterinary team's wide-eyed, innocent new recruits, and how to teach it effectively. 2007-07-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/262007/438150null XML http://veterinarynews.dvm360.com/dvm/Veterinary+business/The-motivated-staff-mdash-not-an-impossible-dream/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/446530?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Re-energizing your staff isn't easy, but it can be achieved with a little determination. 2007-07-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/dvm/312007/446530null XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/What-your-technician-can-do/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/432523?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 A list of tasks technicians are qualified to perform from the AVMA. What do your doctors do that your technicians could be doing? 2007-06-07T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/232007/432523null REMOTE http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Personnel+Solutions/Why-wont-technicians-stay/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/431982?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 In an exclusive roundtable discussion, consultants told Veterinary Economics how doctors can hold on to talented technicians and veterinary assistants. 2007-06-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/232007/431982null XML http://veterinarynews.dvm360.com/dvm/Veterinary+business/The-motivated-staff-Its-not-an-impossible-dream/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/437532?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Each day provides an opportunity to offer some nuggets of education. 2007-06-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/dvm/262007/437532null XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Paying-for-associate-CE/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/419456?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Q. I know we need to pay team members when they attend required training meetings. But what's the legal standard for paying associate veterinarians their salary to attend CE meetings? Where does the practice's responsibility end and the doctor's responsibility to maintain her license begin? 2007-04-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/152007/419456null XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Celebrate-the-team-bond/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/396707?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Start a tradition and get together for a meaningful outing. 2007-01-01T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/022007/396707null XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Dont-get-tangled-in-the-Web/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/396721?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Avoid sticky liability issues, and make sure your team knows what you expect when they navigate the 'Net. 2007-01-01T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/022007/396721/dontget_flash.jpg XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Managing+Smart/Delegate-amp-double-check/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/389951?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Grit your teeth and make the handoff. Offer up the responsibility that goes with the work. And build in both accountability and meaningful rewards. 2006-12-01T05:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/492006/389951null XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Team-building/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/381912?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 15 tools and tips to take your team from good to great. 2006-10-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/432006/381912null XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Receptionist-position-description/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/380038?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Position descriptions help you maintain your focus during the search for employees, communicate the responsibilities of the position to potential candidates, structure the orientation and training process, and assist in employee evaluations. 2006-10-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/422006/380038/icon_pdf_thumbnail_thumbnail.gif http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/422006/380038null PDF http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Receptionist-training-guidelines/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/380036?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Written training guidelines define the path your employees will take. Use these guidelines to develop yours. 2006-10-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/422006/380036/icon_pdf_thumbnail_thumbnail.gif http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/422006/380036null PDF http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Veterinary+business/Reality-check-for-a-receptionist/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/381886?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 Our receptionist is excellent at her job, and the clients love her—when she's here. She's been with us for less than a year, but she's frequently absent and still asked for a raise. So we switched her wages from hourly to salary, but now she wants even more money and doesn't want to work Saturdays. Am I being taken advantage of? 2006-10-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/432006/381886null XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Personnel+Solutions/Why-staff-members-quit/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/362349?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 When a staff member leaves, it's more than just an inconvenience. In fact, Well-Managed Practices estimate it costs them $22,360 on average when an employee leaves, says Cynthia Wutchiett, CPA. 2006-08-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/312006/362349/whystaff_flash.jpg XML http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/Personnel+Solutions/Make-it-rewarding/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/362350?contextCategoryId=43451&ref=25 To keep happy, high-quality employees, you need to show great team members that you appreciate their contributions. Would your rewards get rave reviews? 2006-08-01T04:00:00Z http://veterinarybusiness.dvm360.com/vetec/data/articlestandard/vetec/312006/362350null XML