VBJ articles

September 2014

Practice builders

Practice management systems have revolutionised veterinary practice, but could your software also be hiding a … more

11 mins
Automatic work-based pensions: be prepared

• In a bid to offset a potential pension crisis, the Government’s auto enrolment will … more

12 mins
Hiring for the senior post: procedures and job law

• Taking on staff can be problematic. Get it right and they will work magic … more

19 mins
Dr Ernie WardAMERICA’S PET ADVOCATE

• VBJ’s newest columnist Ernie Ward opens his account by looking into the future – a time … more

10 mins
Vision of group’s direction

• Continuing our series of articles featuring influential figures in the world of veterinary business, … more

9 mins
Health plans: regular income and happy clients – everyone’s a winner

• Pet health plans can provide the opportunity for practices to secure a reliable new … more

17 mins
Genuine pet people know how to size up competition

• White Cross Vets in Tividale opened its doors for the first time in April … more

22 mins
‘There’s nothing you can’t do as a vet’

Most graduate vets leave university expecting to spend the rest of their career working in … more

2 mins

August 2014

First impressions count: training the receptionist

Brian Faulkner explains how to identify and train the skills your front-of-house team needs to be effective in this crucial role.

9 mins
Express your wit, wisdom and perspective via blogs

• Blogging can be a great way to engage with existing clients and attract new … more

17 mins
From pub to branch hub: firm hits a decade treble

• Timing is everything when it comes to launching a new business venture, so before … more

20 mins
My first job – hopes and expectations

They are key to the future of the profession, but what are the next generation … more

1 mins
Considering your options in leasing and sourcing finance

• Veterinary businesses are increasingly having to become more savvy when it comes to equipment … more

15 mins
Face up to bereavement: the hidden costs of euthanasia

• Most vets report receiving more appreciation after euthanasias than following life-restoring treatments. The author … more

16 mins
Are you making suitable plans for retirement?

• With many of us now living into our 80s, 90s and beyond, one of … more

18 mins
Are you prepared for a sudden loss of income?

ONE OF THE first lessons learned by anyone involved in veterinary practice is to expect … more

9 mins
Practice builders

Gartner predicts cloud computing will grow to nearly 65 per cent of the application market … more

10 mins

July 2014

Approaches to dealing with, and retaining, the bereaved client

• Pet bereavement is a minefield all vet practices must negotiate with extreme caution. More … more

18 mins
Practice builders

In common with other medical professionals many vets have an aversion to marketing or selling, … more

12 mins
Art versus the science of veterinary medicine

• The profession has been revolutionised in recent decades by the use of increasingly high-tech … more

16 mins