by Dr Natasha Wilks | Jun 14, 2019 | High Performance, Veterinary Coaching, Veterinary Income
This is the 1st post in the Values Series: Value Your Expertise How much do you value your skills? I see so many veterinarian undervalue themselves. This impacts their confidence, how they interact with clients & ultimately their career progression &...
by Dr Natasha Wilks | May 11, 2019 | Veterinary Coaching
I saw this image on a Facebook group I’m a part of. It resonated with me and I had to share it. Unfortunately, the person who shared it found it on the internet and it had no attribution. If you know which book this is from, please let me know. It is so...
by Dr Natasha Wilks | May 4, 2019 | Well-Being
After reading an article about no frills therapy for men, I think this is a fantastic idea. My husband is part of a Beer Club with other dads from school. Every month they catch up to try new beer & chat. The photo above was taken at the northern most tip of...
by Dr Natasha Wilks | Mar 13, 2019 | Veterinary Coaching
We all experience setbacks & challenges. There are 3 broad ways of coping. Problem Focussed CopingEmotion Focussed CopingAvoidant Coping The third way isn’t healthy for you in the long term. Learn more about them in the article from Psychology Today....
by Dr Natasha Wilks | Feb 28, 2019 | High Performance, Mindset, Stress Management, Veterinary Coaching
Margie Warrell has written another great article. She’s discussing imposter syndrome and Dr Sarah Coll, an orthopaedic surgeon, discusses how she deals with self-doubt. No one is born with immunity to self-doubt or fear of failure. In this article Margie...
by Dr Natasha Wilks | Feb 3, 2019 | Burnout & Compassion Fatigue, Stress Management, Veterinary Coaching, Well-Being
The ugly side of becoming a surgeon by Mind Body Miko There is so much I want to say about this article. I was disgusted reading it. I hope this isn’t indicative of most hospitals in Australia. While reading this article I could see what was coming. Chronic,...
by Dr Natasha Wilks | Jan 28, 2019 | High Performance, Mindset, Veterinary Coaching, Well-Being
If your normal isn’t making you happy, it needs to change. Look for what engages & excites you What brings you joy?Where you can build the relationships you want & give you meaning & a sense of accomplishment This presentation from Dr Katie Berlin at...
by Dr Natasha Wilks | Nov 19, 2018 | Leadership Skills
I am very honoured to be a part of the Brave Women Leading edition of the Leaders Hub magazine. It is wonderful to be featured with so many incredible women. Thank you LeadershipHQ! I discussed how my initial experiences in practice shaped my desire to help...
by Dr Natasha Wilks | Oct 17, 2018 | Veterinary Income, Veterinary Practice, Veterinary Salary Negotiation
I was really lucky in my first job. I was paid well and I worked my butt off for it. It was a crazy busy practice. I started on the award and within 3 months I was given a 10% pay increase. 9 months later, I was given a 25% pay increase. The after hours was so...
by Dr Natasha Wilks | Aug 30, 2018 | Client Engagement, Emotional Intelligence, High Performance, Leadership Skills
Are you managing your client’s expectations in practice? Why is this important? A confused client say no! A frustrated and annoyed client complains. Some just never come back. When you effectively communicate, the client knows what to expect. When they know...
