Instinct podcast spotlights coaching as a veterinary career tool

Instinct has published a new Pick the Brain Podcast episode featuring Peggy Sayer, DVM, DACVIM (cardiology), founder of Charlotte Animal Referral & Emergency, focused on how leadership coaching can help veterinarians take the next step in their careers. The April 30, 2026 post frames coaching as a tool for strengthening leadership skills, personal growth, and team dynamics, and positions the episode as practical advice for veterinary professionals looking to grow beyond clinical expertise alone. Peggy Sayer is a longtime cardiologist in Charlotte and remains listed with CARE’s cardiology service. (instinct.vet)

Why it matters: Career advancement in veterinary medicine is increasingly tied to leadership, communication, and retention, not just medicine. That’s part of why mentorship and professional development have become more visible across the profession: AVMA and MentorVet launched MentorVet Connect to support early-career veterinarians, while AVMA and AAVMC continue to expand career development and leadership programming. In that context, this podcast adds to a broader industry conversation about how coaching, mentorship, and structured leadership support may help veterinarians navigate burnout, team management, and career transitions. (avma.org)

What to watch: Expect more veterinary media, employers, and professional groups to package coaching and leadership development as retention and career-growth tools, especially as workforce strain and burnout remain live issues across the profession. (news.vin.com)