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By Charlotte Lucas, DVM

Uncharted provides a safe place for us veterinary professionals to come together and be open, honest and vulnerable, about professional and personal struggles. This is not an easy thing for most of us in this profession and to me, it is one of the most special aspects of the anchor gang. Hearing other’s stories has given me the motivation to keep moving forward towards my goals. And if my story could resonate with or motivate even one person in that room, I would call it a success…. and absolutely worth it.

The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the position of the Unchartedvet.com editorial team.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Charlotte is a veterinarian, practice owner, wife and mother (not necessarily in order of importance) living her best life in northern Michigan. Or at least that’s the goal! Charlotte believes in the power of a positive work environment and maintains that she can do it all- because she surrounds herself with an amazing support system.

Dr. Andy Roark and Stephanie Goss break down the specific challenges veterinarians face in their first job, and how to overcome them. If you know someone who is about to graduate from vet school (or even someone who has a few years left to go), please share this episode with them.

If you have questions or comments about the episode, please send them to podcast@unchartedvet.com

If you’re ready to join the Uncharted community, head over to www.unchartedvet.com to learn more and get signed up!

By Phil Zeltzman, DVM, DACVS, CVJ

I noticed that super-achievers tend to take on too many projects. In addition, projects often remain uncompleted because of analysis paralysis or excessive preparation.

I chose to share the story of the day a volcano ate my new drone as a mic drop to show how preparation is important, but completing tasks is even better.

Don’t hesitate to launch your projects by following the mantra “ready, fire, aim.” 

The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the position of the Unchartedvet.com editorial team.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Dr. Phil Zeltzman is a traveling board-certified surgeon in Pennsylvania & New Jersey.

He is a serial entrepreneur with a slight case of Shiny Object Syndrome: in addition to his mobile surgery practice, he co-owns a general practice and several side businesses.

He is an international speaker, consultant, book author, columnist, blogger and a bunch of other fun stuff. He also organizes CE trips in exotic locations for vets and nurses. His next “VIP” trip in 2020 is dedicated to burnout and compassion fatigue.

Dr. Andy Roark and Stephanie Goss discuss the case of a technician leaving after years of working in a practice. The duo talks about feelings of resentment, fairness, and what practice expectations should be.

Like what you hear? Maybe you should be in the Uncharted Veterinary Community! Learn more at www.unchartedvet.com

This week, Andy talks about his heroic experience overcoming a rollerskating accident, and Stephanie thoroughly enjoys mocking him. Then the duo discusses why we struggle so much to ask for help, even when people around us are willing and able to pitch in.

Are you enjoying the Uncharted Podcast? If so, maybe you should be in the Uncharted community. Head over to www.unchartedvet.com and get all the details on how you can be involved in this positive, progressive, and powerful community!