Professionalism, networking and negotiating associate's value proposition to prospective employers

Abstract

As a part of a veterinary practice team, you may need to negotiate with vendors, and with challenging clients - and almost certainly there will be times that you need to negotiate with your employer about a raise, a revised benefits package, and evolving workplace perks and policies. When you negotiate fair compensation for yourself, you will become more committed to the practice, which translates into better care for the practice's clients and their pets. As an employer, when you negotiate fairly with employees, you will help to build loyalty that will stabilize and strengthen your practice. Gaining the ability to negotiate well help you to be more successful at work long after you've begun a particular job.