VBJ articles

February 2013

Safety First

Addressing pregnancy-related health issues in the workplace is an important factor in protecting the expectant … more

9 mins

January 2013

To be a partner or not be a partner, that was...

Not many vets have the spare time to direct a Noel Coward play for their … more

11 mins
Net gains: the rise and rise of the CPD webinar

Unheard of just a few years ago, webinars are the new kid on the tuition … more

14 mins
You know the form – fill it in

HAVE YOU BOOKED your place at the non-clinical event of the year? If not, then … more

7 mins
Branching out: scouting locations and expanding

Developing your business’ property portfolio is not a decision to be taken lightly, especially in … more

24 mins
The Pride and the passion

Not just a practice, but a hospital and pet resort too, the Pride Veterinary Centre … more

29 mins

December 2012

Staff Matters

In this HR article for VBJ, Carol Smith outlines the constraints and problems associated with … more

8 mins
Staff management – the importance of leadership and team building

Management of staff is an art as well as a skill and benefits accrue to … more

10 mins
Technology means corporate fraud is easier than ever

Businesses, as well as individuals, are prime targets for fraudsters. Unless pre-emptive action is taken, … more

19 mins
Clean machine: your guide to brilliant practice hygiene

Cleanliness may be associated with godliness, but if a practice is found to be in … more

19 mins
Databytes

In the latest article for VBJ on technology, ROB TILLYARD looks at why a practice … more

10 mins

November 2012

Is your business prepared for an influenza pandemic?

The risk to businesses from a pandemic is rising and should be accounted for. Considering … more

18 mins
Equality and inclusion are bywords for recruitment

Recruiting new staff is fraught with difficulties, not least because the law can trip up … more

15 mins
Social media use and abuse – don’t be a tweeting twit

Social media has revolutionised the way people do business. Sites including Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn … more

8 mins
Smoothing the path to a stress-free retirement

At the end of a long career owning a practice, most will want to retire … more

18 mins
Time to get organised – and to learn to say ‘no’

Through decent organisation anyone can become both more efficient and less stressed. Here, the author … more

12 mins
Access and sustainability key to new practice success

Opened in 2010, PDSA’s PetAid Hospital in Sunderland was a major investment by the charity … more

27 mins
Safety First

New rules now in force mean businesses could pay dearly for any health and safety … more

9 mins
Nice to have or need to have in the world of hi-tech equipment

A recently held event, by SPVS and the VPMA, has illustrated how new technology is … more

8 mins
Incorporating the practice – is it on your agenda?

Engaging a lawyer with specialist veterinary experience when preparing detailed business agreements is essential. Not … more

7 mins