b'PROFILEStrongevolve; passion isnt about holdinggrowth rarely comes from comfort zones. onto one fixed role, but about findingSetting both short- and long-term goals leadershipmeaning in new ones. gives you a sense of direction, even if the creates a positiveAccepting that change is part of growthroute between them twists and turns.workplace culture,allowed me to stay engaged andFulfilment comes from aligning your excited, even when the path lookedwork with your values and staying reduces stress, anddifferent from what Id first imagined. curious. Whether thats through clinical ensures staff feelWhat advice can you share with othersexcellence, leadership, or supporting the embarking on similar paths aboutnext generation of vets, find the aspects valued and heard. of the job that energise you. Change isnt finding fulfilment in their veterinarya sign youve gone off trackits often career?proof that youre still moving forward.No two career journeys look theWhat best sums up your approach sameand nor should they. The mostto keeping yourself and your team fulfilling paths often involve embracingmotivated and engaged within change, even if it feels daunting atveterinary careers? first. Sometimes these changes happen to you, but often, you have to createI have recently used a lot of information them yourself. That might mean puttingI brought away for VMG congress 2025 yourself forward for new roles, learningto help keep not only myself but also the new skills or stepping into an unfamiliarteam I work with motivated.area of practice. For me, motivation starts with wellbeing Self-belief is key. There will be moments if were not looking after ourselves, where you question your abilities or feelwe cant give our best to our patients youre not ready for the next stepbutor each other. I encourage the team to take breaks, set healthy boundaries and support one another.Training and ongoing education are equally important; learning new skills keeps us engaged and confident in our work. I also make time to celebrate wins, big or small, so achievements dont go unnoticed. What do you feel would most benefit job satisfaction in the veterinary professions, and how could we work towards implementing this? I strongly believe that job satisfaction in the veterinary profession would be greatly improved by the sector investing more strongly in high-quality leadership and management training. Courses such as the VMG/ILM Level 5 Award, Certificate, and Diploma in Veterinary Leadership & Management equip managers with the skills to lead effectively, communicate clearly and support their teams.Strong leadership creates a positive workplace culture, reduces stress, and ensures staff feel valued and heard. By making such training widely accessible and encouraged within the profession, we can improve the quality of management and, in turn, enhance job satisfaction for all veterinary staff.40www.inspiredvet.co.uk'