10.16.25 How to Run a Successful Veterinary Practice without All the Drama

"Much has been said about getting off the hamster wheel as a veterinary leader. The hamster wheel, aka ‘the clinical grind,’ is something veterinary leaders almost inevitably become embroiled in unless mitigating steps are taken. This is important because when leaders only focus on clinical duties, they have no time for actually leading their practice and staff! In order to combat these common mistakes and finally escape the hamster wheel, we will be breaking down the following framework, helping you implement the four crucial systems required for effective team leadership:

1.Make a plan that makes the "what, why, and how" clear to everyone.

2.Hire the right people using a process that gets RESULTS.

3.Actively manage your team with processes for high performance.

4.Develop your own leadership skills."

Full Name

Dave Nicol

Speaker Bio

Dr. Nicol has more than 20 years of experience in general practice and has held several leadership roles in practice and industry. He’s written three books, most recently the best-selling So You’re a Vet…Now What?, a manifesto on how to survive as a veterinarian after graduation. He also publishes the weekly Freewheelin’ Show on YouTube® and hosts the Blunt Dissection podcast. Through his VetX ecosystem, which produces tools, training, and systems to help veterinarians and practice owners reach their full potential, “Dr. Dave” helps pets and their people live happy and healthy lives. He co-owns and manages Roundwood Vets, a boutique veterinary practice in London and in 2019 was voted VMX Practice Management Speaker of the Year, the first Scotsman to achieve this honor.