Cover letter tricks you wish you’d known earlier
Applying for a new veterinary role? Here are 5 cover letter tricks to help you get noticed and land that dream job! ChatGPT is your friend Whether you need to reduce the word count of your cover letter or pepper it with keywords – ChatGPT is a great editorial tool. Just make sure you are […]
Using LinkedIn as a veterinary professional: what are the benefits?
If used to its full potential, LinkedIn can be an unmatched resource for boosting your veterinary career. But what are the benefits? In this article, we discuss how veterinary professionals, whether brand new to the industry or still in training, can use the social platform to their advantage. Networking As a full-time veterinary professional, […]
5 qualities of a great vet surgeon
A great veterinary surgeon possesses a combination of technical skills, compassion, and professionalism to provide the best possible care for animals. In this blog, we share five qualities that make a great veterinary surgeon according to our expert consultants. 1. Empathy Understanding and respecting the emotional connection between pets and their owners is one of […]
Why you should partner with a vet-focused recruitment agency
Whether you’re a qualified vet seeking a change in career or an employer in the veterinary field, partnering with a vet-focused recruitment agency can be highly advantageous. Here’s why… 1. Industry expertise Vet-focused recruitment agencies often have years of industry experience under their belt, meaning they have a holistic understanding of the roles, skills, and […]
How to deal with imposter syndrome
Imposter syndrome – that persistent feeling of inadequacy and self-doubt, despite accomplishments and qualifications – is sadly very common within the veterinary world. However, it is something you can conquer given the right support and mindset. In this blog, we look at three ways to better cope with imposter syndrome as a veterinary professional. Signs […]
Top 3 strategies for effective networking as a graduate vet
As a newbie vet, networking is probably the last thing on your mind. But expanding your network and building a support system is integral to your success as a veterinary professional. Why? Because it means you will always have people to turn to when you need advice – or better, leads for new opportunities when […]
3 secrets to longevity and leading a happy life as a vet
While being a veterinary professional is a highly rewarding and mentally stimulating career choice, it does, unfortunately, come hand-in-hand with psychological stress, high workloads and emotional burnout if your work-life balance is, well…unbalanced. In this blog, the Choice Vets team shares three secrets to longevity and leading a happy life. Do things that boost your […]
How to write an interview follow-up email
Still not heard back after your job interview? In this blog, our expert consultants share their top tips on how to politely follow up via email. How long should I wait until I follow up? Sending a keen email the minute your interview ends is not a good look and certainly won’t boost your chances […]
A word of advice for recent veterinary graduates looking for their first job
The Choice Vets team have a wealth of experience in the veterinary world and even more experience looking over CVs! So we thought, why not share some of that knowledge with our lovely veterinary graduates? In this blog, we offer a word of advice for veterinary graduates looking for their first job… Cast your net […]
Locum vets: should I work with an umbrella?
Are you a locum vet wondering whether working under an umbrella company is the right decision for you? Well, you’ve come to the right place! Carry on reading to learn more about the realities of the umbrella world, including the pros and cons so you can make an informed decision. What is an umbrella company? […]