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What does it really mean to be a leader?

In this Smarter Vet Podcast Rewind, Tom Seeko sits down with Dr. Ernie Ward to discuss leadership, self-development, imposter syndrome, mental health, and the habits that help veterinary professionals thrive.

Dr. Ward shares why leadership isn't limited to practice owners and managers, how veterinarians can overcome self-limiting beliefs, and why investing in your physical and mental well-being is essential for long-term success.

Whether you're a new graduate, an associate veterinarian, a practice owner, or somewhere in between, this conversation offers practical wisdom for navigating challenges, building confidence, and becoming the leader of your own life.

Listen as they discuss:

• Imposter syndrome in veterinary medicine
• The difference between managing others and leading yourself
• Why mental and physical health drive professional success
• Overcoming self-limiting beliefs
• The importance of lifelong learning and growth

Learn more about Dr. Ward and contact him: Dr. Ernie Ward, DVM, CVFT | Instagram, Facebook | Email

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Veterinarians are making rapid-fire decisions all day — and the cognitive load is real. In today’s episode, Tom sits down with Dr. Jamie Laity, founder of SmartVet AI, to talk about how AI can serve as clinical decision support, reduce mental fatigue, and help improve confidence when interpreting blood work.

Jamie shares her journey from practice owner to mobile practitioner, and how her day-to-day challenges inspired her to create a tool that blends pattern recognition, differentials, client-friendly summaries, and quick next-step recommendations.

SmartVet AI isn’t about replacing veterinary brains—it's about supporting them so vets can spend less time wrestling with data and more time focusing on patients, clients, and balance in their lives.

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In this episode, Tom sits down with Brian Wine, Founder and CEO of The Wine Group, the leading brokerage specializing in veterinary hospital real estate and practice sales across the United States.

Brian shares his unconventional path from film and entertainment into becoming the #1 seller of veterinary real estate in the country, and breaks down the key decisions practice owners face when evaluating whether to buy, lease, sell, or hold their property.

You’ll learn:
• The major differences between owning vs. leasing (and why there’s no one-size-fits-all answer)
• How lenders evaluate veterinary real estate and why financing may be more accessible than many owners assume
• The biggest misconceptions around valuing veterinary properties
• How to future‑proof your real estate and avoid costly lease mistakes
• Strategies to monetize both your business and your property while protecting long‑term legacy

Whether you’re an aspiring owner, seasoned practice leader, or preparing for transition, this episode offers practical insights you can apply immediately.

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Watch the no cost 5 part video course to review your finances and see where you could be doing better in your finances.
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Find out what you could be overlooking within your practice by taking our brief assessment
Test My Personal Financial IQ-https://flveterinaryadvisors.com/personal-test/

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