A veterinary professional who recently stepped into the role of tech team lead is facing the challenge of earning their team's trust while aligning with the practice owner's vision. In this episode of the Uncharted Veterinary Podcast, practice management super nerd, Stephanie Goss is joined by guests Tyler Grogan and Kelsey Beth Carpenter. Join them as they dive into a mailbag letter from a loyal listener who is struggling to transition from being a peer to a leader, especially when they support the direction set by the practice owner. Together, Stephanie, Tyler and Kelsey discuss strategies for balancing team dynamics, maintaining trust, and clear communication. They share insights on establishing expectations, open communication lines, and the importance of setting personal and professional standards to thrive in a new leadership role. Let's get into this episode...

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