Secrets to Good Leadership: From Farm Girl to Business Visionary | Dr. Stephanie Van Deynze-Snell

The Winning in Winnipeg Podcast

What are the secrets of good leadership? Dr. Stephanie Van Deynze-Snell went from farm girl to business visionary by focussing on sound business practices and the mental health of her employees.

Dr. Deynze-Snell is the co-owner and CEO of Central Veterinary Services in Oak Bluff, MB. Besides being a vet herself and CEO of the clinic, she is also deeply interested in cultivating a business environment where everyone can thrive.

From her early days on a dairy farm to leading a successful veterinary clinic, Dr. Deynze-Snell explores the importance of adaptability, leadership, and continuous personal and professional development. She addresses the challenges of managing a veterinary practice, the critical aspects of creating a supportive work culture, and the impact of COVID-19 on the veterinary field.

Emphasizing mental health in the profession, Dr. Deynze-Snell is an advocate for stronger support systems for her fellow vets. She also explores the leadership strategies that have inspired her, the significance of community in Winnipeg, and advice for veterinary students on finding the work/life ballance.

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00:00 The Steep Learning Curve in Business

00:38 Introducing Dr. Stephanie Van Dyne Snell

01:34 From Farm Kid to Veterinary CEO: Stephanie's Journey

11:46 The Challenges & Triumphs of Working With Your Spouse

19:22 Expanding the Clinic and Learning Business the Hard Way

28:58 COVID-19: Challenges, Growth, and Team Resilience

35:54 Post-COVID: Healing, Efficiency, and Team Focus

42:20 Marketing & Client Engagement

46:08 Advice for Vet Med Students

47:22 Personal Growth Through Adversity

55:33 Proximity to Winnipeg

01:00:12 Daily Routine

01:05:00 Biggest Influences

01:19:10 The Role of Values in Business

01:23:16 The Winning Shout-out!

01:26:17 The Challenges of Mental Health

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