Stacy Pursell is the founder and CEO of THE VET Recruiter. She is an Executive Search Consultant, veterinary recruiter, workplace workforce expert and a Certified Employee Retention Specialist. She was the first recruiter to serve the veterinary profession in the United States. Stacy has assisted numerous veterinary hospitals; both corporate and privately owned in finding executive leadership, associate veterinarians, medical directors, chief of staff, and boarded veterinary specialists. Stacy also speaks at numerious veterinary conferences, associations, and meetings including American Veterinary Medical Assoiciation (AVMA), Veterinary Hospital Managers Association (VHMA), and Western Veterinary Conference (WVC).

Find out more about Stacy at THE VET Recruiter.com

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Brian Curtis is an author and teacher who helps people understand how to unlock their potential. Brian was an electrician for 25 years and an extreme white water rafter. Through his life experiences he learned the importance of trusting the flow and staying present. He has a new book coming out in the spring called, "The Dream". His expertise is in changing belief systems, fostering creativity, and living with purpose. Today Brian offers techniques to heal your heart, unlock your stories, and build a better life with purpose and love.

Learn more about Brian at bcurtis.org

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Dr. Shannon Bass is the Vice President of Medical Leadership at Vets Pets, the President of the North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association, and has been an emergency medicine veterinarian for 17 years. Dr. Bass played a big role in the North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association's response to Hurricane Helene where she has been coordinating with the Department of Agriculture to put volunteer vets where they are needed in the area. Dr. Bass is passionate about veterinary resilience and mental health, and has a passion for addressing moral injury in veterinary medicine. You will love this episode!

Learn more about Dr. Bass at thevetspets.com/leadership

Find her on Linkedin at shannonbass-vet

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Jeff Patterson is the founder of Northwest Fighting Arts, Portland Tai Chi Academy, and The Yielding Warrior online program, where he emphasizes the transformative power of meditative and martial arts practices, particularly the Yielding Concept. He is from Portland, Oregon where he has over thirty six years of experience praticing and teaching the meditative and martial arts. He has published three books and hundreds of instructional videos, and has worked with 1000's of students from around the world.

Learn more about Jeff at theyieldingwarrior.com

Get a free copy of Jeff's book at www.theyieldingwarrior.com/book

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Dr. Sonja Olson is a small animal and exotic emergency veterinarian, an author, coach, mentor, and speaker. Sonja spent 25 years practicing medicine and developed a passion for veterinary well-being awarness and healthy coping stratagies. This lead her to become a Veterinary Wellness Educator for Blue Pearl where she created initiatives and resources to foster a more compassionate, healthy caregiving community and culture. She currently runs her own business supporting veterinary associates through podcasts, writing, speaking, and collaborating with others like her. On this podcast Julie and Sonja talk about mindfulness, self-awareness, and stratagies for a more healthy veterinary life. Dr. Olson published the book, "Creating Wellbeing and Building Resilience in the Veterinary Profession: A Call to Life" and is working on her second book now.

Learn more about Dr. Olson at Sonjaolson.com

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Rachel Teichberg is a Certified practice Manager, Certified Veterinary Business Leader, and a Certified Compassion Fatigue Professional. She is the Head of Education and Program Development for Veterinary Growth Partners. Rachel is a business consultant, course developer, speaker, and podcaster. She creates interactive leadership training programs that support veterinary practices in establishing and supporting highly effective teams.

Learn more about Rachel at VGPPet.com

Contact Julie for Coaching at theveterinarylifecoach.com

Buy Julie's Book on Amazon - "Love Your Veterinary Life - The Veterinary Life Coach Guide to Managing Your Mind and Building an Incredible Life"

Dr. Rick LeCouteur is a veterinarian, author, teacher, and a conservation photographer. His journey has evolved beyond clinics and teaching into the enchanting realm of children's literature, including his newest children's book, "Nasty Names are Hurtful:An Australian White Ibis in the City." Through his stories about animals, Rick seeks to cultivate in young readers a sense of curiosity, empathy and responsibility toward the natural world.

Learn more about Dr. LeCouteur and his books at RickLeCouteur.com

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On this episode, Julie shares her Thanksgiving holiday advantures - the good and bad. She discusses ways to decrease stress during the holidays by practicing some simple techniques including acceptance, gratitude, service to others, and setting boundaries for yourself. Your holidays can be joyful and peaceful if you concentrate on staying in the moment and looking for the blessing in each circumstance.

To learn more about Julie, or get a free coaching go to theveterinarylifecoach.