Is Work Killing You? A Doctor’s Prescription for Treating Workplace Stress David Posen, MD I saw this book on the book shelf, and almost yelled in the middle of the library “YES!!!! Veterinarians ARE dying!!!!” The topic of workplace stress is not unique to us. It has generated a lot of attention across all professions, which […]
Kristina Kiefer Imposter syndrome. That feeling of not deserving the position you are in sucks. It can quite literally keep you from moving forward. But you know what’s worse? When your secret beliefs of being an “imposter” are confirmed. You failed that test. You didn’t match to a residency. You got a review that identifies […]
The Secret Thoughts of Successful Women Why Capable People Suffer from the Imposter Syndrome and How to Thrive in Spite of It Valerie Young, Ed.D If you are a high-achieving individual that questions the justification and validity of their achievements, feels like a fraud, and even allow these beliefs to limit your potential, you probably have […]
Kristina Kiefer “I need help, please.” This is one of the hardest things I’ve had to learn as a veterinarian. It’s taken monumental work, but it’s paid enormous dividends. And from what I’ve witnessed, it seems to be a skill that our profession really struggles with. It’s another one of those features I believe we […]
The Unspoken Life Recognize Your Passion, Embrace Imperfection, and Stay Connected Kimberly Pope-Robinson, DVM, CCFP https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/35021125-the-unspoken-life?from_search=true An excellent read for all veterinary staff and students. Veterinary well-being is something I believe we all need to be proactive over, developing better skills for helping ourselves and each other. This is an efficient read, and easy to […]
Thanks for the Feedback THE SCIENCE AND ART OF RECEIVING FEEDBACK WELL* *even when it is off base, unfair, poorly delivered, and frankly, you’re not in the mood Douglas Stone and Sheila Heen https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/18114120-thanks-for-the-feedback?from_search=true The long and short of it: This is definitely worth your time to read. If you deal with humans at all, […]
Kristina Kiefer Colleagues: do you remember taking the veterinary oath? Can you remember what you swore? Veterinary students: have you looked ahead, and read the oath? You are committed to the long road, which commits you to taking this oath. What does it mean to you when you say “I solemnly swear that I will […]
