Transforming Veterinary Leadership: Dr. Dave Nicol’s Inspiring Journey and Insights

In this episode of Why Do Pets Matter, I had the pleasure of chatting with my dear friend, Dr. Dave Nicol, a trailblazer in veterinary leadership and practice management. We explored everything from his inspiring journey to becoming a triathlete for Team GB to his incredible work with the Veterinary Leadership Academy. Dave shared his insights on setting ambitious goals, the importance of mentorship in veterinary medicine, and how leadership can transform practices into thriving, collaborative spaces. We also delved into the challenges veterinarians face today, from burnout to the shifting dynamics of practice ownership, and how empathy and transparency can bridge the gap between teams and clients.

It’s an inspiring conversation packed with wisdom and actionable advice for anyone in the veterinary field—or anyone passionate about pets! You won’t want to miss this one! 🎧

If you would like to watch the video version, you can do so here: https://youtu.be/wZOnKAtCb0k

 

Guest Links:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/drdavenicol/?originalSubdomain=uk

https://www.drdavenicol.com/

 

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Debra's Book: "Nipped in the Bud, Not in the Butt: How to Use Mediation To Resolve Conflicts Over Animals," https://www.amazon.com/Nipped-Bud-Not-Butt-Mediation/dp/151502024X/ref=sr_1_1

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