3 tips for looking out for your colleagues over the Christmas period
Working over the Christmas period is tough; working as a vet over the Christmas period is even tougher. Not only do you have to deal with being away from your family, but also the day-to-day stressors that come with working in a veterinary practice. As a result, the festive season can cause a lot of […]
The ultimate locum toolkit
Just starting out as a locum vet? Here are a few tips on what to pack for your first day! Food, food and more food It may sound silly but you never know what your busy locum day might hold, so come armed with snacks! Even if you’re planning on getting a bite […]
Addressing compassion fatigue: self-care strategies and resources
If you work in the veterinary world, there’s a strong chance that you are a very empathetic and loving person. While these qualities are invaluable when it comes to caring for animals, they also make you more susceptible to compassion fatigue. In this blog, we share warning signs, prevention tactics and where to find support […]
3 Continuing Professional Development ideas
In this blog, we share a refresher into CPD and what you can do that counts towards it. Understanding CPD in veterinary career advancement Continuing Professional Development, commonly referred to as “CPD,” is an ongoing learning initiative designed to enhance your capabilities and competence throughout your veterinary profession. The learning endeavours within […]
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 […]
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 […]
3 ways to make a great first impression as a locum vet
Regardless of how long you’re going to be filling a position, it is vital to start with your best foot forward and build rapport with your temporary team. In this blog, we discuss 3 ways in which you can make a dazzling first impression as a locum vet. Talk to your colleagues! Make […]
Hacks for the introverted vet
Being an introverted veterinarian comes with its own set of challenges, especially in a field that often requires frequent interaction with clients, networking at events, and integrating into new work environments. But fear not! In this blog, we share our top tips for thriving as an introverted veterinary professional. On networking events Do […]
Conquering the January Blues
Back to life, back to reality, eh? But don’t worry we’ve got a few tips to help you push through the January Blues… Reflect on achievements Take a moment to reflect on the accomplishments and challenges you faced in the previous year. Celebrate your successes, both big and small. Acknowledging your achievements can boost your […]