Making Waves in Veterinary Medicine

Written By Suzanne Thomas

with Kelly Cronin, MBA, VTS ECC, CVT

In this episode of Leading Veterinary Teams On Air, host Suzanne Thomas welcomes Kelly Cronin, a veterinary technician specialist with over 30 years of experience across multiple roles. Kelly shares her journey from a shift lead to VTS in ECC to VP of operations, and how continuing education and community building became central to her career. She discusses the challenges and solutions in leadership, the importance of delegation and trust within teams, and how she reinvents herself through diverse entrepreneurial ventures. Highlights include Kelly's initiatives like CE on the Sea and her unique vacation rental business, which showcase her ability to integrate personal passions with professional growth. This episode offers valuable insights for veterinary leaders looking to foster a more inclusive, empowered, and dynamic work environment.

  • 00:00 Introduction

  • 01:10 Meet Kelly Cronin: A Veterinary Powerhouse

  • 02:42 Kelly's Leadership Journey

  • 06:10 Balancing Leadership and Technical Skills

  • 08:40 The Importance of Team Dynamics

  • 13:24 Delegation and Empowerment in Veterinary Teams

  • 18:06 Navigating Leadership Challenges

  • 23:46 Self-Examination and Setting Boundaries

  • 30:42 Intent and Grace in Leadership

  • 34:48 The Impetus for Writing My First Book

  • 37:09 The Birth of CE on the Sea

  • 39:30 Impactful Experiences and Connections

  • 48:22 Reinventing Myself in the Profession

  • 52:14 Exploring Opportunities Beyond Vet Med

  • 59:26 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs

  • 01:01:26 Rapid Fire Questions and Fun Facts

  • 01:04:08 Final Thoughts and Resources

🌟 Connect with Kelly

LinkedIn: @kellylynncronin

https://linktr.ee/kellylynncronin

https://vettechlife.com/

Kelly’s Book: https://a.co/d/fxpmymT

Cronin’s Castles: https://croninscastles.com/

VetTechLife Financial Fitness Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1565420814266226/

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Suzanne Thomas
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