71 | From the Judging Ring to Thriving Equine Professional at Zoetis with Sara Schaefer

2024-09-05

In this episode of The Thriving Equine Professional, host Jodi Lynch Findley speaks with Sara Schaefer, a pioneering figure in the equine and agricultural education sectors. Coming from a dairy farm background in Wisconsin and now residing in Iowa, Sara's career path has been anything but linear. As the Manager of Training and Facilitation for Livestock Programs at Zoetis, Sara shares how her diverse experiences in 4-H, collegiate horse judging, and academia have shaped her professional journey. Listeners will learn about her pivot...

Sara delves deep into her belief in the power of early life experiences like 4-H and collegiate horse judging, emphasizing how these activities instill valuable life skills and open doors to various career opportunities. Moreover, Sara discusses the significance of incorporating business acumen in equine and agricultural professions. An advocate for continual learning and personal growth, she shares insights on maintaining a work-life balance and pursuing multiple passions simultaneously. The episode is a treasure trove of advice for young professionals, highlighting the importance of networking, staying flexible, and comprehensively exploring career options available in the animal health and equine industries.

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