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      <image:caption>Like it or not, discussions about the cost of treatment is part and parcel of our job. Sometimes and for some of us, its the hardest part of the job. Having narratives to use and some direction about how to navigate these discussions is an important way to avoid client complaints and also reduce stress.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Being a Veterinarian is a hard job. Developing self-awareness and understanding your own behaviour, as well as that of clients is essential to managing difficult situations as well as our own wellbeing. EQ, unlike IQ, can be taught and is an essential skill for a well-rounded veterinary professional.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Getting your team together for a presentation on how to improve their communication skills, tips and tricks for developing rapport and showing empathy can be a great way to introduce the ideas that these skills can be learnt and improved upon.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Communication skills such as active and reflective listening, showing empathy, and developing rapport with clients are skills that are vital to a successful career. If you have a team member struggling with these aspects of their job, one on one coaching can be of benefit.</image:caption>
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