It’s a common scenario, particularly in healthcare settings such as veterinary medicine. You have a star employee, a top performer – whether it’s a veterinarian, technician or other member of your support team. This person might have consistent practice-leading production numbers or brilliant surgical skills. Maybe they’ve been with you so long they know the ins and outs of your protocols and procedures like the back of their hand and are able to do the work of two people. They might be the...

Healthy boundaries are prudent to preserving relationships, coping with stress, and preventing burnout. Setting boundaries can feel uncomfortable and intimidating for veterinary professionals who are often people pleasers used to prioritizing others’ needs before their own.