Dr. Shannon Bass is the Vice President of Medical Leadership at Vets Pets, the President of the North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association, and has been an emergency medicine veterinarian for 17 years. &nbsp;Dr. Bass played a big role in the North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association's response to Hurricane Helene where she has been coordinating with the Department of Agriculture to put volunteer vets where they are needed in the area. &nbsp;Dr. Bass is passionate about veterinary resilience and mental health, and has a passion for addressing moral injury in veterinary medicine. &nbsp;You will love this episode! Learn more about Dr. Bass at  Find her on Linkedin at  Contact Julie at  &nbsp;

Episode #316 - Veterinary Leadership with Dr. Shannon Bass

Brian Curtis is an author and teacher who helps people understand how to unlock their potential. &nbsp;Brian was an electrician for 25 years and an extreme white water rafter. &nbsp;Through his life experiences he learned the importance of trusting the flow and staying present. He has a new book coming out in the spring called, "The Dream". &nbsp;His expertise is in changing belief systems, fostering creativity, and living with purpose. &nbsp;Today Brian offers techniques to heal your heart, unlock your stories, and build a better life with purpose and love. Learn more about Brian at  Contact Julie at

Episode #317 - Change Your Belief Systems and Live With Purpose  - With Guest Brian Curtis

Shirley Billigmeier is a renowned Body Image Specialist and Eating Consultant with over fifty years of experience. She wrote the book, "Inner Eating" with the forward written by Dr. Michael Jensen of the Mayo Clinic. Shirley has pioneered the innovative Innergenics Process for weight management. This approach goes beyond traditional dieting, focusing on fostering a postivie relationship with the body and promoting mindful eating practices. Learn more about Shirley at  Or download her book at  &nbsp;

Episode #319 - The Mind Body Connection with Shirley Billigmeier

Arlene Miller is an A-V Rated Attorney, a Professional Certified Coach with the International Coaching Federation, a Coach-Facilitator with Ingomu, a national coaching company, and the CEO of Jewel Consulting. She works with women seeking work life harmony and balance. She also does transformational mentoring for men and women and is a meditation facilitator. &nbsp;Today Julie and Arlene talk about our stories and how they have power over our life. &nbsp;Also, they spend some time talking about conflict resolution and how to do it well. Learn more about Arlene at  Reach Julie at

Episode #320 - Powerful Stories and Conflict Resolution with Arlene Miller

Dr. Michelle Harcha recieved her DVM degree from The Ohio State University. &nbsp;She is a Board Certified Coach and an ICF Associate Certified Coach. &nbsp;She practiced small animal medicine, worked at Hill's Pet Nutrition, and was the Director of Professional Development Education at The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine. &nbsp; She currently owns LeadYourShip, a consulting, speaking, and coaching company that specializes in teaching leadership, communication, well-being, and emotional intellegence in the veterinary profession. &nbsp;She is the current President-elect of the Ohio Veterinary Medicial Association. Learn more about Dr. Harcha at  Reach Julie at  &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Episode #321 - Leadership, Communication, and Emotional Intelligence with Dr. Michelle Harcha

Renee Jones is the author of the book, "What's Really Eating You - Overcome the Triggers of Comfort Eating." &nbsp;She has a Master's degree in Famiy Counseling with a clinical residency, and currently has a coaching business where she helps people overcome their emotional eating. Find Renee's book at  Contact Julie at

Episode #322 - What is Really Eating You? -  with Renee Jones

Dr. Jennifer Edwards is a veterinarian of over twenty-five years, a leadership coach, and speaker. She built and sold a successful veterinary practice and she now helps veterinary professionals create positive changes in both their personal and professional lives through proven leadership statagies and evidenced-based coaching methods. She works with teams to help them develop high levels of communication and collaboration to create powerful outcomes. &nbsp;She also serves as the Wellness Committee Chair for the New Hampshire Veterinary Medical Association.&nbsp; Contact Jennifer at  Contact Julie at  &nbsp;

Episode #323 - Creating Positive Change with Dr. Jennifer Edwards

Elise Burns is the CEO and Founder of Evette - the leader of veterinary relief staffing. Evette is a company that works with veterinary practices and veterinarians to provide relief services nationwide. She started her career in human medical recruting and staffing, then turned that experience into a passion for veterinarians, providing them with better work-life balance and control over their careers. Elise strives to provide a more human, compassionate work experience for veterinarians.&nbsp; Find out more about Elise at  Contact Julie at

Episode #324 - Entrepreneurship, Leadership, and Positive Work Culture with Elise Burns

Germaine Foley is a Certified Life and Money Coach for women who make good money but are not building wealth. &nbsp;She helps people take control of their finances and build wealth without losing the freedom to travel and buy nice things. &nbsp;Germaine has her own story about struggling with money and she shares with us how she learned to build wealth and enjoy her life to the fullest. Find out more about Germaine at  Contact Julie at

Episode #325 - Building Wealth and Enjoying Life with Germaine Foley

Dr. Natalie Fayman is a veterinarian, Certified Professional Coach, and a Certified Positive Intelligence Coach. Dr. Fayman has over thirty-three years of experience in emergency and general medicine and now works as a stress and burnout coach. On this episode Natalie comes back to talk more about burnout in the veterinary profession and how we can guard ourselves from allowing our daily stressors to lead to burnout and depression. Learn more about Dr. Fayman at  Contact Julie at

Episode #326 - Overcoming Veterinary Burnout with Dr. Natalie Fayman

Julie Cappel DVM, CCFP, is a veterinarian and an experienced life coach who helps professionals reach their goals and improve their lives.

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