Leadership Episodes

Send us a text Kevin Bryant, CEO of the New Zealand Veterinary Association (NZVA), joins Julie South of VetStaff, us to share his passion and commitment to supporting veterinarians throughout their careers. From students to retirees, Kevin highlights the NZVA's pivotal role in championing the entir…

Send us a text Ever wondered why some meetings feel like a waste of time while others drive real results? Discover the secrets to conducting powerful and efficient veterinary clinic meetings that will transform your practice's productivity. This episode of the Vet Staff Podcast reveals strategies t…

Send us a text Is your clinic still struggling with the post-pandemic workforce transformation? Discover how to turn these challenges into opportunities by understanding the concept of psychological safety and its profound impact on new hires and annual performance reviews. Join Julie South, Certif…

Send us a text Join Julie South, a Certified DISC Trainer and Resilience Coach, as she delves into the art of reaching consensus within teams. Julie emphasises the importance of creating a safe space for open conversations, setting clear objectives, and encouraging diverse perspectives to ensure ev…

Send us a text Have you ever wondered how to unlock the full potential of your veterinary team? Join DISC Certified Trainer and Resilience Coach Julie South as she unravels some of the secrets to boosting employee engagement in the veterinary industry. Julie shares practical strategies and expert i…

Send us a text In this insightful episode of the Vet Staff Podcast, host Julie South tackles the important topic of psychological safety and its impact on team dynamics, collaboration, and overall veterinary clinic performance. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to build a more trusti…

Send us a text Have you ever felt like you're speaking a different language than some colleagues? In this insightful episode, DISC Certified Trainer and Resilience Coach Julie South provides a framework for understanding diverse communication styles through the lens of personality types. Using the …

Send us a text Ever wondered what the true cost of staff turnover is in veterinary clinics and how you can build a more resilient and engaged team? Join us as we uncover the financial and emotional toll of staff turnover that often goes unnoticed, from productivity gaps to the stress on remaining t…

Send us a text Curious about how to unlock the full potential of Accommodating Leaders in your veterinary practice...? In this insightful episode, Certified DISC Trainer and Resilience Coach Julie South takes uncovers the world of the Accommodating Leader, celebrating their strengths while also exp…

Send us a text Ever work with a boss, Lead Vet, Head Vet Nurse or Practice Manager who's all about rules, routines and doing it by the book...? Let me take you inside the mind of the Modest Leader on this podcast episode. These leaders are obsessed with stability, honesty and having a well-oiled ma…

Send us a text Have you ever found yourself navigating the intricacies of a leader who thrives on structure, processes, and doing things by the book? I, Julie South, invite you to delve into the fascinating world of the Methodical Leader in our latest podcast episode. We explore the systematic and …

Send us a text Have you ever found yourself in awe of a leader who demands nothing short of perfection? I, Julie South, invite you on a fascinating exploration of the Perfectionist Leader’s psyche in our latest podcast episode. We dissect the meticulous and detail-oriented nature of these individua…

Send us a text Maybe You Crave a Leader Who Truly Listens and Supports You? Embark on a journey with Julie South as she explores the complexities of the DISC personality types and how they mesh with the harmonious ACCEPTING Leader. In this episode, you'll discover the warm, inclusive world of the A…

Send us a text Ever felt the electric buzz of working under a leader whose sheer presence can light up a room? Embark on a journey with Julie South as she breaks down the complexities of the DISC personality types and how they mesh with the whirlwind that is the INSPIRING Leader. In this episode, y…

Send us a text Have you ever considered the impact your personality has on your leadership style? This week, we unravel the traits of "Dynamic" leaders, shedding light on how such leaders thrive on challenge and spearhead teams toward lofty goals. We navigate the complex relationships between Dynam…

Send us a text Welcome to part 1 of an 8-episode series exploring the 8 DISC leadership styles: Commanding, Dynamic, Inspiring, Accepting, Accommodating, Modest, Methodical and Perfectionist. Kicking off the series, your host Julie South, a Certified DISC Coach and Resilience Trainer for veterinary…

Send us a text Have you ever felt knocked off balance by a difficult life event or emotional outburst? What if, instead of being victims of these occasional triggers, we could develop the skills to harness them as teachers on our path to growth? In the latest episode of the Vet Staff Podcast, host …

Send us a text Have you ever caught yourself in the throes of self-criticism after a long day at work? I've been there more times than I can count, wrestling with the inner critic that seems to thrive on stress and exhaustion. But what if there were a way to flip the script? In this latest episode …