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Instead, they must create a work culture that speaks to what motivates today\u2019s veterinary workforce.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">The five steps below will strengthen the employee experience, allowing your team members to feel valued, engaged and motivated to do their life\u2019s work. You can implement the steps right away and at no additional cost.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p4\"><span class=\"s2\">1. Connect Employees to Their Meaning<\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"p5\"><span class=\"s1\">One of the most impactful actions a leader can take is to continually connect employees with the purpose behind their work. It\u2019s an ongoing dialogue, not a one-time conversation. Veterinarians and veterinary nurses enter the field to make a difference and be part of something greater than themselves, so hospital leaders should recognize and celebrate those moments.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">Leaders should sound like broken records when they\u2019re on the floor and pointing things out, such as, \u201cAlyssa, you saved Fluffy\u2019s life by getting that catheter in quickly! His owners were panicked when they came in, and you made them feel safe and involved in their pet\u2019s care.\u201d The key here is that Alyssa\u2019s leader acknowledged her contribution in real time. The recognition promotes a culture where every team member feels their work has meaning and impact.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">Leaders have two powerful opportunities to connect employees to their purpose: one-on-one developmental sessions and team meetings. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">Preparing thoughtfully for one-on-ones is crucial. Be honest in your feedback, celebrate what\u2019s working and address growth areas, all while connecting each conversation to the shared <\/span><span class=\"s3\">mission of helping pets and their owners.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">Team meetings are another key moment for inspiration. Consider inviting a client who had a particularly meaningful experience with your practice to share the story. Hearing firsthand how their work made a difference fills employees\u2019 cups, develops a collective sense of purpose and motivates everyone to bring their best in the service of something bigger.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p4\"><span class=\"s2\">2. Provide a Path for Growth<\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"p5\"><span class=\"s1\">Team members are naturally curious and motivated to keep learning. They want to improve daily to better serve people and pets. It\u2019s the leader\u2019s responsibility to provide clear pathways for growth. It\u2019s the employee\u2019s responsibility to embrace the opportunities with a growth mindset.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">Individual growth plans are a valuable time investment. They should extend beyond a team member\u2019s clinical abilities to include soft skills, such as communication, conflict resolution <\/span>and leadership development. Keep them <span class=\"s1\">simple, achievable and just challenging enough. For instance, a new veterinarian might have goals like \u201cPerform an enterotomy\u201d and \u201cCommunicate difficult news to a client.\u201d <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">Revisit and update the plans every six months to keep progress on track and the goals relevant.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p4\"><span class=\"s2\">3. Hire Slowly and Fire Fast<\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"p5\"><span class=\"s1\">One of the biggest threats to a positive employee experience is allowing toxic behavior to linger. Left <\/span>unchecked, a negative attitude or counterproductive behavior affects the entire team, including high performers.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">Hiring slowly might seem like a luxury, especially when you urgently need to fill a role, but it\u2019s an investment in long-term stability. Rushing the hiring process can lead to costly mistakes that take even more time and energy to fix. Ensuring that every hire is the right fit protects the culture you\u2019re building and allows your high performers to thrive. Most of us have seen a highly credentialed veterinarian or technician look perfect on paper<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0 <\/span>but bring abrasiveness to the team and clients. Don\u2019t settle.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">On the other hand, when someone isn\u2019t aligned with your practice\u2019s values or expectations, address the issue quickly. If you think the rest of the team isn\u2019t noticing or starting to feel resentful, think again. Firing an employee isn\u2019t easy but it can lead to better outcomes. For example, the departing employee is likely to find a role that fits better, and your high performers will feel more appreciated and supported. A fast decision in these cases demonstrates a commitment to maintaining a positive, team-oriented environment.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p4\"><span class=\"s2\">4. Decentralize Decision-Making<\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"p5\"><span class=\"s1\">Giving your team the authority to make real-time decisions involving clients is a great way to boost experience and efficiency. Think about your history with customer service, like calling an airline or hotel with a simple request, but restrictive policies forbade it. We can all relate to how frustrating and irrational some \u201crules\u201d are.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">If an elderly client asks for help getting her sick cat into a carrier at home, your team should feel empowered to help her. Whether it\u2019s a doctor, veterinary nurse, assistant or receptionist, everyone on your team should be free to make decisions in the client\u2019s and practice\u2019s best interest. Similarly, a team member who needs to make minor adjustments to an invoice to address a client\u2019s concern should be able to do so without seeking multiple layers of approval. This shows employees that they can be trusted. Of course, when you give that kind of responsibility to team members, you must ensure they have earned the autonomy to make certain decisions. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">When employees know they\u2019re trusted to make good decisions, they\u2019re more engaged, and their work feels meaningful.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"p4\"><span class=\"s2\">5. Lead With Love<\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"p5\"><span class=\"s1\">Veterinary leadership should be rooted in empathy and service. Leading with love means establishing a workplace where intimidation and fear-based management are not tolerated. When leaders assume positive intent, prioritize understanding and give encouragement, they create an environment where team members feel valued. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">Leaders can still lead with love when faced with challenging situations. There\u2019s never a justification for raising your voice or saying mean words. Give feedback directly and with kindness. The command-and-control leadership style that used to be prevalent in the industry has faded. Instead, effective leaders are coaches and connectors. They challenge employees to be their best, inspire a shared vision, and connect employees to people and resources to help them grow.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">Creating a culture of compassionate leadership starts with setting clear expectations for how leaders should show up for their teams. Practices must train their leaders and hold them accountable to the standards. Team members should feel their leaders genuinely care about their well-being and growth, not just the practice\u2019s performance numbers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">The five steps might seem small or easy to overlook, but they\u2019re essential in creating a culture where people want to work, not just because of the employee benefits package. <\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p3\"><span class=\"s1\">Building real connections, supporting growth and empowering your team are more than nice-to-haves. They\u2019re must-haves for keeping people engaged and inspired to stay.<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3 class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\" style=\"color: #008000;\">QUIZ YOURSELF<\/span><\/h3>\n<p class=\"p2\"><span class=\"s2\">Veterinary leaders should ask themselves these five questions to reflect on how well their practice supports the employee experience.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"p4\"><span class=\"s2\">How often do I recognize and celebrate my team\u2019s meaningful contributions?<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"p4\"><span class=\"s2\">Do all team members have clear paths for growth that align with their personal and professional goals?<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"p4\"><span class=\"s2\">Do we prioritize culture fit in our hiring process?<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"p4\"><span class=\"s2\">Do team members feel empowered to make real-time client decisions?<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"p4\"><span class=\"s2\">Do I lead with empathy and show care in all my 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