Summary

In this episode of The RCVS Podcast, ‘Research with Purpose: An RCVS Perspective’, the RCVS Team discuss various topics related to the veterinary profession, including the importance of workforce initiatives, insights from research, and why engagement is the key to progress. They explore the dynamics of vet retention, migration trends, and the myths surrounding the veterinary workforce. The conversation also touches on historical perspectives from figures like James Herriot and emphasises the need for continuous engagement and participation in research to inform future work.

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The full transcript is available to view on our website: Research with Purpose: An RCVS Perspective - Professionals

Useful links

RCVS Workforce Ambitions Revisited – information on the Workforce project can be accessed here: https://www.rcvs.org.uk/news-and-views/events/workforce-ambitions-sessions/

RCVS latest news: https://www.rcvs.org.uk/news-and-views/news/

RCVS upcoming events: https://www.rcvs.org.uk/news-and-views/events/

We answer your questions about our consultation on governance reform and our recommendations for modernising our governance structure.

This is part two of two, using the audio taken from a webinar we ran on 11 June 2024.  

An introduction to the RCVS consultation on governance reform, providing on overview of our unique role as a Royal College that regulates, and the background to our recommendations for modernising our governance structure.

This is part one of two, using the audio taken from a webinar we ran on 11 June 2024.   

Following on from our workshop which aimed to help veterinary innovators develop marketing tools and techniques for their products and services.

Anthony Roberts, former RCVS Director of Leadership and Innovation and Daniel Johnson, a consultant in marketing and growth, Discuss the importance of marketing in successful innovation and start-ups. 

During the course of the workshop attendees will learn:

• The principles of marketing and how to apply them in your business

We hope you find this discussion useful, you can find more resources on the ViVet website. 

www.vivet.org.uk/resources   

The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) innovation initiative ViVet has produced a new series of podcasts which aim to help veterinary professionals develop an innovative and entrepreneurial mindset and apply this in their everyday practice.

Developed as part of our ViVet initiative and designed to ensure veterinary professionals are at the centre of innovation in the animal health sector. 

Episode 6 -

Stop talking, start doing. Identifying the actions to establish a successful, impactful innovation program. Brings the previous episodes together to create the roadmap for the innovation journey, and being able to measure the progress that is being made.

The six podcasts are presented by Harvey Wade, Founder and Managing Director of innovation consultancy Innovate21 which aims to help businesses, organisations and sectors embed innovation within their plans and strategies.

RCVS ViVet Podcast's can of course be counted towards your CPD targets if they align with your objectives for the year.

The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) innovation initiative ViVet has produced a new series of podcasts which aim to help veterinary professionals develop an innovative and entrepreneurial mindset and apply this in their everyday practice.

Developed as part of our ViVet initiative and designed to ensure veterinary professionals are at the centre of innovation in the animal health sector. 

Episode 5 -

Creating supportive cultures. What are the outcomes and behaviours needed to create an innovative environment? Exploring what culture is needed to provide the right conditions for innovation to thrive and what behaviours support this environment. 

The six podcasts are presented by Harvey Wade, Founder and Managing Director of innovation consultancy Innovate21 which aims to help businesses, organisations and sectors embed innovation within their plans and strategies.

RCVS ViVet Podcast's can of course be counted towards your CPD targets if they align with your objectives for the year.

The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) innovation initiative ViVet has produced a new series of podcasts which aim to help veterinary professionals develop an innovative and entrepreneurial mindset and apply this in their everyday practice.

Developed as part of our ViVet initiative and designed to ensure veterinary professionals are at the centre of innovation in the animal health sector. 

Episode 4 -

Navigating the current environment. What currently stops or hinders ways how common barriers can be overcome. Exploring how innovation progress is hampered in an organisation and how common barriers can be overcome.

The six podcasts are presented by Harvey Wade, Founder and Managing Director of innovation consultancy Innovate21 which aims to help businesses, organisations and sectors embed innovation within their plans and strategies.

RCVS ViVet Podcast's can of course be counted towards your CPD targets if they align with your objectives for the year.

The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) innovation initiative ViVet has produced a new series of podcasts which aim to help veterinary professionals develop an innovative and entrepreneurial mindset and apply this in their everyday practice.

Developed as part of our ViVet initiative and designed to ensure veterinary professionals are at the centre of innovation in the animal health sector. 

Episode 3 -

Near and far-sighted. How to create success both today and for tomorrow.

The six podcasts are presented by Harvey Wade, Founder and Managing Director of innovation consultancy Innovate21 which aims to help businesses, organisations and sectors embed innovation within their plans and strategies.

RCVS ViVet Podcast's can of course be counted towards your CPD targets if they align with your objectives for the year.

The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) innovation initiative ViVet has produced a new series of podcasts which aim to help veterinary professionals develop an innovative and entrepreneurial mindset and apply this in their everyday practice.

Developed as part of our ViVet initiative and designed to ensure veterinary professionals are at the centre of innovation in the animal health sector. 

Episode 2 -

An enabler, not an outcome. A tool to create the desired future.

The six podcasts are presented by Harvey Wade, Founder and Managing Director of innovation consultancy Innovate21 which aims to help businesses, organisations and sectors embed innovation within their plans and strategies.

RCVS ViVet Podcast's can of course be counted towards your CPD targets if they align with your objectives for the year.

The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) innovation initiative ViVet has produced a new series of podcasts which aim to help veterinary professionals develop an innovative and entrepreneurial mindset and apply this in their everyday practice.

Developed as part of our ViVet initiative and designed to ensure veterinary professionals are at the centre of innovation in the animal health sector. 

Episode 1 -

Diverse mindsets needed. The need to collaborate to achieve better outcomes.

The six podcasts are presented by Harvey Wade, Founder and Managing Director of innovation consultancy Innovate21 which aims to help businesses, organisations and sectors embed innovation within their plans and strategies.

RCVS ViVet Podcast's can of course be counted towards your CPD targets if they align with your objectives for the year.