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In this Veterinary Social Media Podcast episode, host Cheyenne Flerx interviews Michael Shirley, Chief Empowerment Officer and co-owner of Family Pet Health, about his unique journey into veterinary medicine. Michael discusses his transition from an agriculture teacher to running a veterinary practice alongside his wife, Dr. Amy Shirley. They delve into the practice's vision, community engagement through events like the 'Walk My Dog Challenge' and trivia nights, and the importance of fostering a positive work environment. Michael also shares insights on the role of social media and the benefits of having a podcast in connecting with clients and the community.

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⏰ TIMESTAMPS

00:00 Introduction to the Veterinary Social Media Podcast
00:12 Meet Michael Shirley: Chief Empowerment Officer
00:54 The Journey to Family Pet Health
04:06 Building a Visionary Veterinary Practice
04:48 Creating a Positive Work Environment
07:34 The Importance of Social Media Presence
13:36 Handling Negative Reviews with Grace
20:38 Setting and Achieving Goals with Traction
28:59 Social Media's Role in Rural Areas
29:29 Managing Events: Walk My Dog Challenge
32:03 Community Partnerships and Sponsorships
36:04 Trivia Nights: A New Initiative
43:47 Podcasting for Pet Health Education
49:42 Leveraging Long-Form Content for Marketing
52:44 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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PRODUCTS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO:

⭐The Energy Bus for Schools: 7 Ways to Improve your School Culture, Remove Negativity, Energize Your Teachers, and Empower Your Students by Jon Gordon (Author), Jim Van Allan (Author): https://amzn.to/3yxxQ9Z
⭐ Traction: Get a Grip on Your Business Paperback by Gino Wickman (Author): https://amzn.to/4cepKRl
⭐VLBC (Veterinary Leadership Book Club): https://www.facebook.com/groups/3142499042461591
⭐ Connect with Michael and check out his practice, Family Pet Health here: http://www.familypethealth.com/


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Want to learn more? Try these episodes:

- How Do I Get Clients to Follow My Hospital on Social Media: https://www.heycheyanne.com/post/how-do-i-get-clients-to-follow-my-hospital-on-social-media
- Why Won't Pet Owners Engage With My Social Media Posts? https://www.heycheyanne.com/post/why-won-t-pet-owners-engage-with-my-social-media-posts
- How to Get Your Team Excited About Social Media https://www.heycheyanne.com/post/how-to-get-your-team-excited-about-social-media

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