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SIGNS YOU’RE SATISFIED WITH YOUR JOB

https://www.topcv.com/career-advice/satisfied-at-current-job   It’s one thing to feel comfortable at work, but it’s a better thing to feel satisfied by it. But how do you know which emotion you’re feeling? TopCV.com has six ways to determine job satisfaction: On Sunday night you’re not dreading going to work the next day You can see a clear path…

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Work/Life Balance Cycle = Job Satisfaction

Work/life balance has been a buzzworthy topic in recent years. Gone are the days when employees feel like they must answer every email right away – whether day or night – or cater to every work request. These days, workers seek out an employer who recognizes that getting the most out of their staff means…

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The Biggest Thing Companies Forget When Hiring

You already know how important hiring is for your organization. Without a steady stream of fresh talent coming in, no organization can keep up with the competition. Beyond that, you already know the most important things to look for in the right candidate: skills fit, experience, etc. But what’s the number one thing companies overlook…

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What Our Clients Are Saying About Us

We at DVM Consulting Recruiting Services are humbled by the feedback we have received from our clients throughout the years. It is our privilege to serve them and provide them with outstanding veterinary professionals to enhance their practices. At this time, I would like to share with you what some of our clients are saying…

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WHAT TYPE OF WORK ENVIRONMENT BEST SUITS YOU?

When starting a new job, it is normal to have an adjustment period before realizing if you’re in the right place doing the right kind of work. In fact, according to Zippia.com, one of the most common questions a job candidate is asked during an interview is “What is your ideal work environment?” By preparing…

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OPPORTUNITY COST

Are you in need of a new associate veterinarian but don’t have the time to search for and recruit one? Are you more concerned about the added cost to your practice – in terms of salary and benefits – by hiring someone? Have you considered the cost of not acting now? Opportunity Cost in Revenue.…

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Emotional vs Intellectual Decisions

When it comes to deciding whether to accept a job offer, how do you make that decision? Do you react impulsively and jump at the first offer? Do you take your time to negotiate or perhaps make a pros and cons list to figure out whether that job is even a good fit for you?…

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Why Veterinarians Should Use Social Media

The way the world communicates today might feel much less personal than when you first graduated from veterinary school. Social media is the way people connect for both their personal and professional lives. It’s something that you might want to consider as the owner of a veterinary clinic. Why is social media so important for…

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Job Offer Deadlines

When offering a job to a candidate, do you give them a deadline to get back to you with a decision? If not, perhaps you should consider doing so. It’s courteous to give your top choice candidate some time to consider your offer. Perhaps they’re already interviewing for another position, or, they have a significant…

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Getting A Candidate To Say Yes To Your Offer

When you think you’ve got the right job candidate, what do you do to ensure you’re making an offer they can’t refuse? You might be surprised to learn the best strategy in getting a candidate to say yes to an offer comes before it’s even made. With the national shortage of new veterinary graduates, clinics…

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GHOSTING PART 2: WHY YOU SHOULD NOT GHOST AN EMPLOYER

Last week we began our two-part series on the modern phenomenon of “ghosting” – which is when someone suddenly stops all communication with you without an explanation. This week we are delving into why, as a candidate, you should never ghost a potential employer. Does this scenario sound familiar? You’ve applied for a job, were…

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GHOSTING PART 1: WHY CANDIDATES ARE GHOSTING EMPLOYERS

Ghosting isn’t something that happens at Halloween. It’s when communication stops without warning between two parties. For example, you’ve interviewed a veterinarian over the phone or in person, perhaps even made an offer, when suddenly silence – no returned calls or emails. That’s ghosting. So why is it happening? There are four probable reasons: The…

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Why Choose Locally Owned Veterinary Clinics?

There is a big difference between small private practices and large corporate national chains that own over 800 vet clinics. For veterinarians, the benefit of working in a privately owned practice rather than a corporate owned practice is that the doctors have the freedom to choose the best medicine for each patient. Our doctors are…

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Veterinarians Weigh The Choice To Stay Small Or Join The Giants

As newly-graduated veterinarians enter the workforce each spring, they’re seeing more and more of the same logos across veterinary job boards: Pet Partners. Blue Pearl. Banfield. NVA. Large veterinary care conglomerates are on the rise, with practice consolidation occurring at an increasingly rapid rate. Years in the making The process in which larger practices buy…

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