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Telling a team member to "leave their emotions at the door" is like telling a musician not to feel, it kills the very connection required to perform. In this episode of The VetMed Weekly Huddle, Keys To Harmony, Harmony Butler, CVBL, CCFP, challenges the outdated business mindset that professionalism requires suppressing emotion.

Harmony explores why emotions in the workplace shouldn't be ignored, but rather treated as valuable data. She breaks down how frustration, anxiety, and excitement are actually signals regarding your business's health, alignment, and clarity. Tune in to learn why "emotional illiteracy" is the true enemy of productivity and how to give your team the structure they need to translate feelings into meaningful action.

🔑 Key Takeaways

1. The Musician Analogy: Just as a musician channels emotion to create connection, employees need to channel emotions to create meaningful work. Suppressing feelings only leads to "sad songs"—or in business terms, burnout and disengagement.
2. Emotions are Data: Treat feelings as diagnostic tools. Frustration often signals misalignment; anxiety can signal a lack of clarity; and a sense of powerlessness may mean your team feels unheard.
3. The Cost of Suppression: When leaders demand an emotion-free environment, they don't eliminate feelings; they push them underground. This results in quiet quitting, gossip, passive-aggressive behavior, and turnover.
4. Emotional Illiteracy is the Risk: The problem isn't that emotions exist at work; the problem is that we lack the vocabulary to label them correctly. Misdiagnosing an emotion (e.g., confusing powerlessness with anger) leads to the wrong solutions.
5. Management vs. Elimination: Healthy workplaces normalize emotions and provide structure. The goal isn't to remove emotions, but to ensure unmanaged emotions don't run the business.

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On this ride-along episode of Bits By Leather, Leather Brice, CVBL, shares a barn-side epiphany: even the most reliable horse needs boundaries—and so do your most reliable team members. Using her 20-year-old, rock-steady gelding as a metaphor, Leather explores how leaders often let top performers slide on standards out of fear of “breaking what works.” She unpacks why that mindset backfires and offers a simple reset: clear expectations, consistent follow-through, and courageous conversations. If you’ve got long-time staff who always come through but sometimes skip the process, this is your cue to hold them, lovingly, accountable. Walk away with practical steps for check-ins, coaching, and reinforcing culture without losing the heart of your team.

🐴 Key Takeaways

1. Reliability doesn’t replace accountability: Even “rock-steady” top performers need clear standards and consequences.
2. Tenure bias is real: Longtime team members often get unintentional passes that erode culture and fairness.
3. Fear fuels avoidance: Leaders sometimes skip hard feedback to avoid “breaking what works,” which enables bad habits.
4. Consistency is kindness: Apply the same rules to everyone—best performers included—so expectations stay clear.
5. Address behavior, not person: Praise reliability and contributions while correcting specific process breaks.
6. Coach for growth: Pair accountability with support—training, resources, and recognition when behavior improves.

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In this episode of "Bits by Leather," Leather Brice delves into the final marketing components of the Pathway Plan: the "Three Uniques" and the "Promise Statement." Discover how identifying your three unique strengths can set your practice apart and align your team around shared goals. Leather shares insights on crafting a compelling promise statement that not only holds your team accountable but also communicates your commitment to clients. Whether it's exceptional client service or a dedication to education, learn how these elements can enhance your practice's marketing strategy and foster a cohesive team culture. Tune in for practical tips and inspiring stories from Leather's own experience in practice management.

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Tune in as Lauren, VGP Practice Coach, discusses team training. It is important to be involved in your team members training. As members of a practice, you have the opportunity to create a positive experience as well as be a resource for the team.

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Shawn dives deep into the topic of psychological paychecks. Discover the effects of open and honest communication dabbled with empathy. It is important to be direct but also thinking before you speak so that certain things don't come across negatively in your practice.

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Discover how diversity and inclusion is a vital role in the success of veterinary practice's. Practice Coach Jamie discusses the importance of having a diverse team and the impact it can have on how your practice functions on a day to day basis.

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Shawn talks about the importance of appreciating the CSR team. Front desk staff endure some of the toughest situations in VetMed. As a leader, acknowledging them and recognizing their hard work is an important factor to the success of a practice.

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Practice Coach Leather discusses the power of positivity and how it can impact your day to day work-flow. Learn how to stay positive in stressful times as well as how maintaining a good attitude can impact your practice in positive ways.

Snippet is just 1 minute 34 seconds.

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Shawn discusses the importance of awareness in regards to money. Making sure you and your practice are dividing money into the right avenues for maximum profit. Not being wasteful, but instead being strategic.

Snippet is just 1 minute 33 seconds.

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VGP Practice Coach Lauren discusses cost consciousness and what we can do to make the most with what each practice has. Bringing back certain services that fell off in the last couple of years and reintroducing certain opportunities back into your standards of care.

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Shed light on the harmful behaviors and dynamics that can undermine the well-being and effectiveness of veterinary teams. From micromanagement to gossip, bullying to passive-aggressive communication, toxic tactics can poison the atmosphere of veterinary clinics, leading to decreased morale, burnout, and compromised care.

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It's a common theme in practices how to make the most of your days in veterinary medicine. VGP Practice Coach Jamie reviews that by tracking employee compliance, practices can make goals to ensure you are utilizing your time in the best way possible.

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Amidst the fast-paced environment, finding a sense of flow—where tasks feel effortless and time flies—is essential for maintaining focus, productivity, and overall satisfaction in our work. Shawn discusses processes and ways to develop a stronger work-life balance.

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in this episode of "Bits by Leather" as she delves into the marketing components of the Pathway Plan, focusing on the importance of understanding your target market. Leather dispels common misconceptions about target marketing, emphasizing that it's not about alienating clients but rather about strategically focusing your efforts to attract the right audience. Learn how to use census data to identify your prime clients and tailor your marketing strategies accordingly. Whether you're aiming to attract millennials, Gen Xers, or baby boomers, Leather provides insights on how to effectively reach and engage your desired audience. Tune in for practical advice and inspiring stories from Leather's coaching experiences.

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VGP Practice Coach Leather discusses how to adapt to the ever-changing technological environment in vet med. Learn new ways to utilize technology and practice management software to increase efficiency and make it work for you and your practice.

Snippet is just 1 minute 36 seconds.

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Explore the vital role of feedback in fostering professional growth and excellence. Join Shawn for an insightful episode as he dives into the art of giving and receiving feedback in the dynamic world of veterinary medicine.

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Through candid conversations and insightful reflections, uncover how embracing mistakes can lead to growth, resilience, and innovation. VGP Practice Coach Stefanie reviews how to bounce back from making mistakes and embracing imperfection as a tool to foster your development.

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In the fast-paced world of veterinary medicine, change is inevitable. But how do we manage it effectively, especially when faced with resistance from within our teams? Shawn discusses the why and how to implement change and how to embrace change as an opportunity for growth.

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VGP Practice Coach Lauren discusses the importance of open communication and taking accountability. Discover how transparent dialogue and a culture of ownership can fuel productivity, innovation, and team cohesion.

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How we present ourselves can play a significant role in veterinary practice dynamics. Explore the importance of personal appearance in the veterinary field and how it intersects with professionalism, comfort, and self-expression.

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Explore the critical importance of aligning employee abilities with organizational goals. Practice Coach Jamie shares practical insights and proven strategies for assessing, developing, and leveraging the unique abilities of your team members.

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From the envy sparked by a colleague's achievements to the competitive atmosphere that can permeate clinic culture, jealousy can rear its head in various forms, affecting team morale and individual well-being. Shawn sets the tone on how to overcome jealousy in today's huddle.

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Practice Coach Leather discusses the importance of utilizing your core values to empower your team. Discover how integrating these principles into your leadership approach can cultivate a culture of trust, growth, and excellence.

Snippet is just 1 minute 33 seconds.

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Training follow-up is essential for ensuring that newly acquired skills and knowledge are effectively integrated into daily procedures. Shawn discusses how regular follow-up sessions allow for the reinforcement of key concepts, addressing any lingering questions or concerns, and providing additional guidance as needed.

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In this episode of "Bits by Leather," Leather Brice explores two crucial components of pathway planning: your "why" statement and your area of specialty. Discover how identifying your niche can align your team and clarify your practice's unique strengths. Leather also delves into the significance of a compelling "why" statement, likened to your North Star, guiding your practice's purpose and culture. Whether it's creating joy with humans and pets or excelling in dental care, Leather emphasizes the importance of these elements in fostering a cohesive and motivated team. Tune in to gain insights on how to solidify your practice's culture and mission.

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VGP Director of Coaching Operations Julia Behr introduces a new addition to The VetMed Weekly Huddle series. Starting next Friday, new episodes will feature our Practice Coaching Team. Tune in to gain actionable advice and uncover the keys to fostering a high-performance culture where every individual shines.

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Matching individuals with roles that suit their strengths and interests is vital. Misalignment's can lead to inefficiencies and dissatisfaction. Shawn discusses how to optimize these matches to improve care quality and staff morale, benefiting the practice and its clients.

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Another listener question and probably a follow-up to last week's episode. What do you do about someone who is oversharing TMI or just too much personal information? Shawn sets the tone on how to do it professionally in today's huddle.

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Being on the receiving end of someone's verbal dumping is never an enjoyable experience. Many times when we verbally dump its because we are looking for someone else to fix the issue or reinforce our feelings. Shawn discusses how lack of boundaries of our feelings can actually harm our relationships.

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We have a listener question! Shawn loves to answer questions on the Huddle and today he talks about how to be a little more self-aware regarding our tendency to be passive aggressive. It all starts with feedback and clear communication.

Snippet is just 2 minutes 41 seconds.

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Shawn discusses why conflict is not that bad, it can actually be a good thing and help move communication forward. Conflict is necessary in growing and building a personal or professional relationship. Though never easy, it can feel more normal over time.

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Perception is so important to basic communication. In this episode Shawn breaks down communication to it's simplest form and reminds us that self reflection is really important to good communication.

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Sometimes we have the unfortunate habit of going on autopilot in our conversations leading to innate responses and reactions to communication. For example, always saying your sorry for something you didn't cause or trigger. Shawn discusses in this weekly huddle how to curb those innate responses and help you identify a better way to communicate.

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This topic is always requested and something Shawn has touched on before, however it's always good to hear it a different way again! As we make our way into a new role or experience we can feel like a fraud. Imposter syndrome is like wearing an invisible cloak woven from self-doubt, where success feels borrowed and accomplishments whisper "fluke." Shawn always recommends to check yourself before falling down the fraud rabbit hole.

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A passive-aggressive form of behavior that can lead to resentment and unequal workloads in relationships? Weaponized incompetence. Pretending to be bad at a task to avoid doing it, often used to manipulate others into taking on the responsibility. Have you seen this one before in your practice? It's the opposite of weaponized competence and as Shawn says needs to be managed and measured!

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In this week's episode of Bits By Leather, Leather Brice continues her journey through pathway planning by diving deep into the importance of culture in veterinary practices. Despite still recovering from a cold, Leather passionately discusses how core values shape team behavior and foster a positive work environment.

Discover how the core values exercise can transform your team's dynamics, encouraging positivity, initiative, and direct communication. Learn how empowering your team with these tools can lead to a more fulfilling and harmonious workplace.

Snippet is just 7 minutes 13 seconds.

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Weaponized competence wields skill as a manipulative tool, leveraging expertise to control outcomes of relationships or projects. In veterinary medicine, Shawn has seen this one unfold in veterinary practices and it's never fun to manage - but we can acknowledge it in today's huddle.

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Shawn loves a good Pathway Plan, but in reality, he loves it if a veterinary practice creates any type of plan for their goals. Plans help everyone stay on track and keep moving forward even in the toughest times. The organization is the key to success and in this snippet, Shawn shares his words of wisdom.

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With unemployment at its lowest in history, the veterinary industry is feeling that strain. How do we deal with short staffing? We have to get creative and become a stronger cross-trained team. Shawn reminds us we have to move forward and find ways in our businesses to make it work.

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It wasn't that long ago that experience wasn't the main focus when hiring in a veterinary hospital. Many team members and influencers in the industry are homegrown and moved into this industry without any experience. Even Shawn came to this industry and found his future. It's time to inspire the next workforce generation of veterinary medicine.

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Sometimes it's easy to forget what the generations before said about the generations after them. Shawn reminds us that the idea of "not wanting to work" or "don't want to work" has been around for a while. Productivity is never a generational condition it's an individual issue. Maybe it's time to be a little kinder.

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Learning from the master himself and a man who learned to be comfortable with saying No. Shawn gets real about the word "No". Setting a boundary for your best interest is important and being okay with potentially disappointing someone is part of saying No. These two little letters can be life-changing when we learn what they really mean.

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Shawn answers a long-standing question - how can you be ambitious and have a life? It's not an easy question to answer but Shawn does his best to give some tips and tricks from his personal experience.

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One of the behaviors that is regularly seen in employees and teams, is stonewalling when there is a conflict or hurt feelings. Though some might see it as just being "quiet" it actually speaks volumes. Shawn reviews how this behavior can actually be toxic and lead to more problems in the long run.

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Emotional outbursts can happen at any time in a person's life and in a veterinary hospital, it's not unheard of. A temper tantrum can really place a pause in a relationship, working or personal. In moments like this, Shawn recommends recognizing where this emotion is coming from and finding ways to set better boundaries.

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We take a look at how trauma can start to create patterns in our lives, sometimes in destructive behaviors that we might not realize are unhealthy. Shawn gives us a better understanding of how we can identify these moments, and address these areas of our lives.

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In this episode of Tuesdays with Teichberg, Rachel Teichberg opens up about her journey with perfectionism and its profound impact on her life and career. From childhood experiences to the pressures of pursuing a career in veterinary medicine, Rachel shares how perfectionism shaped her work ethic and led to burnout. She discusses the importance of self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and the power of accepting help to combat perfectionistic tendencies. Tune in to learn how embracing imperfection can lead to a more balanced and fulfilling life.

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Shawn talks about grief, something that is hitting very close to home for him after recently losing his mom. He reminds us to take perspective of our feelings when interacting with others and that perhaps someone may have more going on in their lives than meets the eye.

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You can learn more about Shawn McVey and the Veterinary Practice Coaches at vgpvet.com. Or schedule with a practice coach today through the Practice Coach Hotline.

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Blame and Accountability feel interchangeable but they really are different. Shawn explains the difference between the two and how you can identify when you are blaming someone vs. discussing accountability.

Snippet is just 2 minutes 53 seconds.

New episodes of the VetMed Weekly Huddle drop every Monday at 6 AM Central. 

Want to get more support on topics for your team or address issues in your practice? 

You can learn more about Shawn McVey and the Veterinary Practice Coaches at vgpvet.com. Or schedule with a practice coach today through the Practice Coach Hotline.

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Owning a mistake can be scary especially when you know there isn't much you can do. We got a great weekly huddle question from a practice in Kansas that wanted to know what is the best way to say sorry when you make an error with a client. As Shawn says sometimes you just have to own it.

Snippet is just 1 minute 39 seconds.

New episodes of the VetMed Weekly Huddle drop every Monday at 6 AM Central. 

Want to get more support on topics for your team or address issues in your practice? 

You can learn more about Shawn McVey and the Veterinary Practice Coaches at vgpvet.com. Or schedule with a practice coach today through the Practice Coach Hotline.