January 2010 Employment rights enforcement bodies: which one? Over the past number of years, there has been a significant increase in complaints to the main bodies who work to enforce employment rights in Ireland. There is often some confusion on the part of claimants and employers as to which body deals with which piece of legislation, how complaints are made and what decisions these bodies can make. Here, in the first of two articles, Derek McKay, Managing Director of ADARE HRM, speaks to Peter Bishton of Veterinary Ireland, looking at three of the bodies, how complaints are made and decided upon in relation to relevant pieces of legislation October 2009 Working hand in hand John Hogan, from Leman Solicitors, offers vets a guide to the key legal aspects of partnership agreements and discusses how to manage a partnership August 2009 Peter Bishton, Operations Executive at Veterinary Ireland, has been advising members on human resource matters for over eight years. Here, he gives a run-down on the most essential topics which vets should be aware of, both as employers and employees June 2009 Knowledge is Power James Barnes, European General Manager of RxWorks, offers advice on how to improve your practice through continuing staff education April 2009 Rearing up against the recession Jenny Moffett reports from the Royal Canin Vet Business Forum held at La Grande-Motte, France, where the recession, and how vets can no longer bury their heads in the sand, was high on the agenda March 2009 Behind the Headlines With rising redundancies, pay cuts and lengthy dole queues; employee morale is at an all time low. Sinead Keane offers employers some tips on motivating their staff November 2008 Webwise Feel like you are left in the dark when it comes to the vast world that is the internet? Jenny Moffett looks at the basic steps of getting online and examines how to stay safe on the web in the first of a two-part online special. October 2008 The absence bug The contentious and often controversial issue of employee absence can lead small businesses into financial ruin. Sinead Keane examines what employers can do to tackle this prevailing problem. September 2008 60 – it’s a magic number! Senior Manager in the PricewaterhouseCoopers Pension Solutions Group, Emmet Gibson offers IVJ readers advice on the ever-evolving area of pensions. August 2008 NERA: Nearer to employment law compliance? The Irish Veterinary Journal reports July 2008 Past to present Melanie O’Donoghue, VN, VetAssist explores the design and redevelopment of the historic practice at Athenry Pet Clinic. June 2008 Smooth flow of information in the veterinary practice James Barnes examines the importance of workflow in daily operations and provides tips to ensure the smooth flow of people, pets and information through your practice. May 2008 Practice makes perfect Melanie O’Donoghue VN, VetAssist, looks at the development of a new companion animal practice premises in Tyrrelstown, Dublin 15. April 2008 Marketing in veterinary practice II: Getting started In the second of our articles on marketing in the veterinary industry, Susan McKay BVMS, MRCVS, MBA looks at how to put marketing theory into practice. March 2008 Marketing in veterinary practice I: ‘Talking dirty’? Susan McKay BVMS MRCVS MBA, in the first article of a two-part series on marketing in the veterinary industry, looks at why this element of business should not be a taboo subject for veterinary practitioners. February 2008 Finding and keeping a job in Ireland Whether applying for your first job as a new graduate or changing your job later in your career, looking for a new position can be a daunting experience. Martin Downes, Dublin Veterinary Locums, looks at some of the issues that arise when looking for a job and tips to keep the perfect job when you find it. January 2008 Taking your practice management system with you James de Wesselow looks at the unique technological needs of the large animal practitioner. December 2007 Building positive workplace relationships and teams Consultant workplace mediator and conflict management coach Mary Rafferty looks at ways to build positive relationships in the workplace. November 2007 Bullying and harassment in the workplace Consultant workplace mediator and conflict management coach Mary Rafferty looks at how to deal with bullying and harassment at work. October 2007 Is a house the best home for your pension? Emmet Gibson, PricewaterhouseCoopers, discusses pension planning and, specifically, the Veterinary Ireland Pension Scheme. September 2007 Managers and leaders – the twin pillars of success Professor Adrian Furnham of University College London is speaking on the topic of ‘Successful and unsuccessful managers: the psychology of leadership’ at the VPMA Congress taking place in Bristol in January 2008. As a taster, Brian Wright, VPMA Hon. Sec., explores the relationship between managers and leaders. July 2007 Merchandising in your clinic: Why and how? In the final part of our series by Philippe Moreau, the Veterinary Practice Management Consultant looks at merchandising in the practice environment. June 2007 Communication tools of today and tomorrow Veterinary Practice Management Consultant Philippe Moreau looks at the importance of valuing your clients using simple communication techniques. May 2007 Clients’ needs and expectations Veterinary practice management consultant Philippe Moreau looks at what today’s client is looking for from his or her veterinary practice April 2007 Stock control - pitfalls and practical solutions Mind the millilitres and the litres will look after themselves. Phil Scanlan looks at how to keep track of what’s on your shelves. March 2007 NCE - a NiCE way to study? Peter Bishton, Operations Executive at Veterinary Ireland, reports on the launch by the Small Firms Association of a National Centre of Excellence for owner-managers. December 2006 News in brief November 2006 Why do vets need a practice manager? Clare Wright October 2006 Launch of the FDI in Ireland In the second of a two part series on the Fort Dodge Index in Ireland, we look at how your practice can get involved. September 2006 Benchmarking for business success In the first of a two-part series looking the launch of the Fort Dodge Index in Ireland we look at the basics of the scheme and its success in the UK August 2006 Funding the longest holiday of your life Emmet Gibson, a Manager with PricewaterhouseCoopers Pension Solutions Group, looks at using your SSIA to provide for your retirement. July 2006 Choosing health insurance cover for veterinary surgeons Gary Ellison, of Ellison Financial Consultants, provides free independent health insurance advice to Veterinary Ireland members. June 2006 Not getting paid on time? Then toughen up! Avine McNally, Small Firms Association, examines the effects of debtors on small businesses in general and what steps businesses might take to minimise bad debt. May 2006 Health and safety matters ... it certainly does Peter Bishton examines health and safety within a veterinary context. April 2006 Employee Handbooks David Nunan, senior HR consultant at Graphite HRM, looks at the value of employee handbooks in the workplace March 2006 An easy birth...legislatively speaking Peter Bishton, Operations Executive with Veterinary Ireland, takes a look at the employment legislation covering maternity. February 2006 The 2005 Vets Now annual Congress Martin Downes, from Dublin Veterinary Locums, reports from the second Vets Now Annual Congress. January 2006 It’s good to talk – But am I allowed? Peter Bishton, Operations Executive at Veterinary Ireland, explores the personal use of business telecommunications and describes the importance of acceptable use policies.
