by Dr Natasha Wilks | Apr 29, 2021 | Burnout & Compassion Fatigue, High Performance, Stress Management, Veterinary Coaching, Well-Being
In the last post, I discussed Adam Grant’s article on languishing, which is a low level of wellbeing and no mental illness. People who are languishing aren’t feeling great but are getting by. Austin Kleon wrote a rebuttal. He doesn’t agree the people are...
by Dr Natasha Wilks | Apr 20, 2021 | Burnout & Compassion Fatigue, Stress Management, Veterinary Coaching, Well-Being
The last 12 months have been challenging for everyone’s wellbeing. How are you feeling? Great or a bit blah? Teams are struggling at the moment due to the consistent changes, uncertainty and chronic overwork and stress. As a profession we are used to just...
by Dr Natasha Wilks | Mar 1, 2021 | Burnout & Compassion Fatigue, High Performance, Stress Management, Well-Being
I’m so excited to be presenting at a conference in person again and discussing what I’m currently passionate about, sustainable success. While I love that Zoom gives me the opportunity to speak all over the world, there is nothing like being at a...
by Dr Natasha Wilks | Feb 13, 2021 | Advice for New Grads, High Performance, Veterinary Coaching, Veterinary Medicine, Veterinary Practice
Do you remember when you were accepted into veterinary science degree? I do! I was so excited to be finally in vet school. It was my third application so I was so, so happy. I had worked so hard to get there. As we all know vet school is tough! It’s long hours,...
by Dr Natasha Wilks | Jul 13, 2020 | Burnout & Compassion Fatigue, Stress Management, Veterinary Coaching, Veterinary Practice, Well-Being
This year has been challenging for many people. For some people, there have been years of challenges. The drought, then the bushfires, then the floods and now COVID-19. This has resulted in prolonged stress which has an impact on your mental health and wellbeing. It’s...
by Dr Natasha Wilks | Jun 16, 2020 | Veterinary Coaching
When I talk to a lot of veterinarians who have left practice or are considering leaving practice, it’s because they’ve lost their joy, drive and passion for veterinary practice. I totally understand. It was the same for me too. I walked away after 7 years...
by Dr Natasha Wilks | May 13, 2020 | Burnout & Compassion Fatigue, Stress Management, Veterinary Practice, Well-Being
It’s been 2 months since my husband and children were sent home from work and school because of the pandemic. I didn’t realise how much I was concerned about their safety until they were sent home. Then I breathed a sigh of relief. We were all safe....
by Dr Natasha Wilks | Jun 15, 2019 | High Performance, Parenthood & Career, Veterinary Coaching, Veterinary Income, Veterinary Practice, Veterinary Salary Negotiation
This is the 4th post in the Values Series: Value Your Expertise In the previous post, you learned the 2 common mistakes that veterinarians make and how to recognise your value. I recorded this video this morning as I want mums to know that they are not worth less or...
by Dr Natasha Wilks | Jun 14, 2019 | High Performance, Veterinary Coaching, Veterinary Income, Veterinary Practice, Veterinary Salary Negotiation
This is the 3rd post in the Values Series: Value Your Expertise In the previous posts, you saw how your knowledge, skills and experience contribute to your expertise. Did you write your list? Were you surprised at how much was on that list? I told you you brought...
by Dr Natasha Wilks | Jun 14, 2019 | High Performance, Veterinary Coaching, Veterinary Income, Veterinary Practice, Veterinary Salary Negotiation
This is the 2nd post in the Values Series: Value Your Expertise In yesterday’s video, I discussed how the cost of undervaluing your skills impacts your career and income. So many veterinarians under-appreciate how much value they provide to their clients and to...
