Women’s History Month is celebrated annually in March in the United States. Reading some of the bios featured on the site, it seems meeting the challenges of stereotypes is part of most of the stories of women who made contributions to our history and culture. Research by Katherine B. Coffman, PhD, et al, shares how the gender gap is due in part to occupational sorting but … [Read more...]
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The gender pay gap in vet medicine is real
More women in veterinary medicine does not equal gender equality, writes Kristen Green Seymour in the latest issue of AAHA Trends. She covers gendered expectations, pay transparency, negotiating salary from day 1, abolishing the motherhood penalty, adjusting KPIs, practice ownership and more. Despite the field skewing strongly female, the average male income is significantly … [Read more...]
9 ways men can (and should) help close the gender gap (video)
Stav Ziv shares ways men can become better allies to women in the workplace. Her assertions are based on a conversation and a book by Joanne Lipman. It’s hard to notice all the ways gender impacts work if you’re not the one experiencing them, she says. Men need to see this as their issue, too . . . women aren’t going to solve the gender gap problem on their own.” Source: The … [Read more...]
Female veterinarians say gender disparity remains an uphill battle
Meg Mueller, DVM, says one of the biggest challenges females face in large animal practices is the issue of working with strong and powerful patients who are much of the time in non-clinical, less than ideal settings. Clients’ perceptions that they can't handle the job doesn’t help Source: Wisconsin State Farmer, June 2, 2021. Link. This article is part of a series entitled … [Read more...]
New research shows gender bias remains an issue, including with veterinarians (video)
Andrea Morris summarizes recently completed research on gender bias, the progress to reduce it and implicit biases, regardless of gender. It is timely. Sociologist Shelley Correll discusses the stalled gender revolution and how women can overcome bias at work. Deeply embedded systemic bias influences our thinking in such subtle and profound ways that we may unwittingly … [Read more...]
The gender wage gap hurts nearly all females
The gender wage gap is a nuanced and complex issue writes Lydia Dishman. She breaks down how it varies across categories, and the ultimate impact it has on the economy including: Gender wage gap by ethnicity Gender wage gap by profession The causes of wage gaps Why closing the wage gaps would boost the economy Source: Fast Company, April 10, 2018. … [Read more...]
Male champions foster gender parity, increased profitability
Though women make up 51.5 percent of all managers, fewer of them than men rise to the executive level. According to the Harvard Business Review, having a male sponsor helps level the playing field for women. These male champions have learned that gender inclusiveness means both men and women should advance women’s leadership. Plus, gender parity is associated with improved … [Read more...]
Gender-sorted semen can improve beef herd
The next level of sophistication in herds that use artificial insemination (AI) is the selective use of gender-sorted semen. Dairy producers have experienced the benefits of limiting male calf production as males have little value. Justin Rhinehart with the University of Tennessee Extension, discusses the advantages and challenges of using gender-sorted technology in building … [Read more...]
Symptoms of heart attacks in women (video)
Heart disease is the number one cause of death for women in the U.S. Regardless of your gender, knowing heart attack symptoms in women and men is important. Source: Health, June 2023. Link. Chest pain is the most common symptom of a heart attack in men and women, but there are distinct symptom differences between the sexes. Females are more likely to experience a variety of … [Read more...]
Re-entering practice after a hiatus (podcast)
We found the podcast discussion from Alyssa Watson, DVM, Beth Molleson, DVM, and guest Katie Berlin, DVM, especially timely and relevant as our industry deals with balance, equity and equality issues <Link>. Source: Clinician’s Brief: The Podcast, March 2024. Link. (46:21) … [Read more...]
Nurses more successful than doctors in maintaining high ratings
Commentary The U.S. veterinary segment struggles with how to treat, promote and empower veterinary technicians <Link>. Meanwhile, human medical nurses get the highest ratings among doctors and other elements of the health care industry, according to the Gallup article linked below. The dynamics represented in this article are worth considering as we work to fully … [Read more...]
AAHA NEWStat shares data on the state of women in vet med
Providing a history of gender shifts, pay gaps and advancement challenges, Cara Hopkins shares an up-to-date situation analysis of gender equality issues for women in veterinary professions. She notes 87.3 percent of current veterinary school applicants identify as female, as well as 88 percent of veterinary technicians, but finds dissimilar ratios in academia and practice … [Read more...]
How companies are supporting employees experiencing menopause
Commentary One statement in this article defines the importance of the topic it covers. “By 2025, there will be over 1 billion people worldwide experiencing menopause.” Organizations that take employee well-being seriously realize that getting ahead of conditions like menopause reduces an incredible burden on their workforce and can improve the bottom line say the … [Read more...]
Free calendar helps keep track of heritage, awareness months
The communications pros at Ragan developed a handy calendar that lists key heritage months and days. Source: Ragan, September 25, 2023. Link. The calendar isn’t a comprehensive list of every affinity event . . . It focuses specifically on heritage, gender and sexuality, and disabilities to cast a net that’s helpful for most communicators. Direct link to PDF. … [Read more...]
Worth a Glance – September 21, 2023
Last week’s AHD Bulletin – Animal Health Digest Bulletin, September 14, 2023. Link. Most read post(s) from the September 14th AHD Bulletin – Things that fit through a surgical mask. Link. Practical advice about heartworm preventative lapses. Link. Call to action: Educate the public about the cost of pet ownership. Link. Place keeper: 2023 Veterinary … [Read more...]
Alcohol is killing more women than ever before
As the gender gap in drinking narrows, alcohol-related complications in women are rising. From immune system disorders to breast cancer, Meryl Davids Landau shares how alcohol harms the female body. Federal guidelines recommend that women who want to drink consume no more than one serving a day. But from a health perspective, less—or none—is a better target.” Source: National … [Read more...]
Worth a Glance – August 24, 2023
Last week’s AHD Bulletin – Animal Health Digest Bulletin, August 17, 2023. Link. Most read post(s) from August 17th AHD Bulletin – Building rapport with questions. Link. …another dental treat? The inventor of Greenies™ says, “Yes.” Link. Taking care of thirsty pollinators. Link. Place keeper: 2023 Veterinary Conferences provided by Galaxy … [Read more...]
Worth a Glance – August 16, 2023
Last week’s AHD Bulletin – Animal Health Digest Bulletin, August 10, 2023. Link. Most read post(s) from August 3rd AHD Bulletin – Hauser: Client relationships with veterinary team critical to positive practice experiences. Link. Less is more – Patrick Malone. Link. Work-life balance is the wrong goal. Link. Place keeper: 2023 Veterinary Conferences … [Read more...]
People, power and burnout
Recognizing burnout and taking the steps needed to address it is difficult, especially for leaders. Realizing and acting on our individual mental and emotional limitations is a strength, not a weakness. Source: LinkedIn, January 20, 2023. Link. All too often we see politicians and chief executives who are unwilling to loosen their grasp on power, even when it may well be … [Read more...]
It’s not the cow. It’s the how . . . and the who!
Livestock play a major role in sustainable food systems globally. There are widescale efforts to improve livestock sector practices so that they are more sustainable, more equitable and pose less risk to animal and human health. The trajectory of the livestock sector’s growth can be improved by investing in sustainable intensification and climate-smart strategies, as well as … [Read more...]
988 – September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
Suicidal thoughts or actions can affect anyone, regardless of age, gender or background. September Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Be aware of these resources. Call 988 immediately if you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis. If you don’t want to talk on the phone, chat at 988lifeline.org Text NAMI to 741-741 to connect with a free, trained … [Read more...]
Study: Taking a one week break from social media improves well-being, depression, anxiety
At the end of one week, researchers studying abstaining from social media found significant between-group differences in well-being, depression and anxiety. The intervention group fared much better on all three metrics. These results held even after control for baseline scores, as well as age and gender, shares Cal Newport. . . . the simple study design and the clear effects … [Read more...]
The four Fs of employee experience
Better employee experiences make people’s lives at work easier and go beyond to promote learning and growth, ensure safety and security, and foster connection and belonging. Four simple principles can assist you to help people perform to their fullest potential. When applied to employee experience, the Four Fs unlock productivity and cut down on energy-sapping frustration … [Read more...]
People want to work for a company that cares about them (podcast)
Company culture, professional versus personal, well-being as a foundational element and gender sensitivities all get fleshed out in this podcast featuring Jane Miller, Gallup president and CEO. Source: Gallup, April 8, 2022. Link. (15 minutes) Well-being is a significant component to any strong culture. It's a foundational element. It impacts how a person shows up at home, … [Read more...]
Why large-animal vets are in short supply
Referencing farm size shifts, geographic expansion of hobby farms, gender demographics and food safety job competition, Jalee Wondercheck writes about the large-animal veterinary shortage in Indiana. It is a story common across the U.S. Source: Farm Progress, December 20, 2021. Link. … [Read more...]
VIS shares results from 2nd burnout study; announces upcoming webinar
Findings from the Burnout Study in the Veterinary Profession 2021 show a statistically significant increase in burnout levels between 2020 and 2021. Women, younger practitioners and veterinary technicians were found to be the most burned-out groups. All veterinary professionals suffer from high workloads and low work-life balance factors that have a direct impact on the … [Read more...]
Modeling fierce self-compassion
Some people worry that self-compassion will make them soft, but it gives us incredible power, writes Kristin Neff in an excerpt from her book, Fierce Self-Compassion. The book shares how women can harness kindness to speak up, claim their power and thrive. Neff shares three elements of self-compassion, self-kindness, common humanity and mindfulness, that each have an … [Read more...]
Study: Brand activism sways buying behaviors, brand impressions
Piplsay's latest survey finds that most U.S. consumers view brand activism in a positive light, even if questions about the reasoning and impact of the movement remain. The survey also found differences of opinion across gender and generational lines. . . . differences suggest that brand activism is still an important strategy, but one that must be undertaken with care, … [Read more...]
Survey says, “barriers, not demographics,” affect willingness to seek veterinary care
Rachel Park’s curiosity gives new meaning to pet owners’ barriers when considering veterinary care. Her research group’s findings describe known and unknown factors. Here are a few of her study results. The overall likelihood of dog owners to seek care did not differ significantly across demographics, regardless of race, gender or socioeconomic status. There were … [Read more...]
Hold the emoji and other tips for successful email negotiations
Alena Komaromi shares the benefits of using emails in B2B negotiations. Some of her key points include: Instant access, often by many parties in an organization, which creates transparency Allows a rich diversity of materials to be used as attachments Suitable when gender, age, racial biases or linguistic issues could mar the process Source: INSEAD Knowledge, … [Read more...]