Christy and Laura explore different factors in the transition from vet student to practicing veterinarian.  

1. How to get a veterinary license?
   • School Transcripts
   • NAVLE scores
     • General NAVLE information: https://www.icva.net/navle/ 
     • Transferring your NAVLE score to a different state board: https://www.aavsb.org/licensure-assistance/vault-basic-transfer-services 
     • Nov-Dec 2020 testing window information: https://www.icva.net/navle/november-december-2020-navle-testing-window/
     • Latest NAVLE information - COVID changes: https://www.icva.net/news-and-updates/ 
   • State board registration and requirements 
     • Resource for different state board registration/information sites:  https://www.aavsb.org/public-resources/find-regulatory-board-information 
2. Imposter Syndrome
   • Definition: feelings of inadequacy that persist despite evident success. Self-doubt.  Attributing your success to external factors.
   • Veterinary Practice News Article from Sept 2020: https://www.veterinarypracticenews.com/what-kind-of-impostor-are-you/ 
     • 70% of people feel imposter syndrome at some point
     • 5 different sub-groups = The Perfectionist, The Superwoman (Superman, Superperson), The Natural Genius, The Rugged Individualist, The Expert
   • VIN article: https://vinfoundation.org/feeling-like-a-fraud-youre-not-alone/
   • One scientific study specifically about veterinarians and Imposter Syndrome: https://www.ehpjournal.com/article.asp?issn=2590-1761;year=2020;volume=3;issue=3;spage=105;epage=109;aulast=Appleby  
   • Ways to cope with Imposter Syndrome
     • Talk to your colleagues
     • Talk to your former classmates
     • Celebrate your successes/wins
     • Find a therapist for professional assistance
     • Vets4Vets
     • Meditation
3. Fitting in with Support Staff
   • Open line of communication about your needs as a new veterinarian
   • Recognize the skills of your support staff and let them do their job
   • Get to know them
4. Building your Client Base
   • Some things Hospital Management may do:
     • Welcome sign, email, social media post - some form of communication that you joined the team
     • Owner or Medical Director introducing you to their clients
     • Maximize scheduling 
   • Some things the new veterinarian can do:
     • Get involved with the local community
     • Work a predictable schedule if possible
     • Power of working on Saturdays/weekends
     • Callbacks - do them all at the beginning
     • Be your authentic self and pay attention to clients' needs and personal information 
5. Earning Client's Trust
   • How to answer questions/comments about your age and experience
   • Presenting treatment plans
   • The power and ability in saying "I don't know"