Are you ready to demystify the four stages of team development? With the help of our guest, Lucy Smith, a certified DISC practitioner, you'll cultivate a deeper understanding of how high emotional intelligence (EQ) shapes effective teams. We talk about how the simple knowledge of a new language can drastically transform the way we understand and work with people, and how Lucy's team reports can offer insights into the unique strengths of each individual in your team. As we work our way through the unique challenges of the veterinary industry, Lucy shares her insights on maintaining effective relationships within a vet team. She chats about the complex dynamics that shift and adapt as new members join the team, emphasising the importance of self-awareness and its transformative potential. We also turn the spotlight on emotional intelligence's relationship with DISC styles. We overview the importance of understanding ambiverts and identifying comfortable and uncomfortable states, along with effective (personal) energy management. Links Mentioned in this Episode: ep 39 - 12 Statements Low EQ People Make ep 40 - Emotional Intelligence - 6 Ways to Lead as an Emotionally Intelligent Leader ep 145 - Exploring Social Intelligence - A Key to Personal and Professional Development Lucy Smith Tania Bruce Julie South Companion Animal Vacancy at Vet Marlborough - contact Julie South or Tania Bruce for more info. How to get more bang for your recruitment advertising buck This is what VetStaff is really good at so if you'd like to stretch your recruitment dollar, please get in touch with Julie because this is something VetStaff can help you with. How to shine online as a good employer If you’d like to shine online as a good employer to attract the types of veterinary professionals who're a perfect cultural fit for your clinic please get in touch with Julie because this is something VetClinicJobs can help you with. Revive Your Drive - daily 2-minute videos for employers and employees to revive their drives at work and at home. Follow Julie's behind the scenes - social media posts Most days Julie South shares a behind the scenes post via Facebook, ...