The Thriving Equine Professional | Career Connections, Equine Industry Resources, Career Advice.
The Thriving Equine Professional. Make Connections and Grow Your Career with Clarity and Confidence. This is the GO-TO show for enthusiastic leaders elevating themselves in equine industry careers! Wondering how to make the connections you need to find a job in the equine industry?! Do you wish you could somehow get the 3 – 5 years of experience that every job posting is looking for?! Not sure how to find the support you need to land that dream job that will grow you and inspire you?! Scared you wasted money on a degree and can’t find a great job? I am so excited you’re here! This podcast will help you build your career confidence, grow professional connections, and inspire you to continue pursuing your role as a thriving equine industry leader! Greetings friends! I’m Jodi, equine industry speaker and coach. My hard-earned success has come through the challenges, struggles, and a few failures of learning and connecting in the animal health industry while excelling in roles I wasn’t always qualified for. I’m bringing together the connections, resources and support you need to succeed and thrive in the equine industry! If you are ready to build your career in the equine industry and thrive in a job that you are passionate about, you’re in the right place! So get the ponies fed and fill those water buckets – it’s time to grow girl!! Want to connect with Jodi?! Learn More! www.JodiSpeaksLIFE.com Connect Here! www.LinkedIn.com/in/JodiLynchFindley Reach Out! info@JodiSpeaksLIFE.com
Episodes
In this episode of "The Thriving Equine Professional," host Jodi Lynch Findley engages with Autumn Miller, an influential figure in the equine industry. The dialogue explores Autumn's transformative journey from an aspiring veterinarian to a key player in the equine financial services sector. Autumn discusses the critical milestones in her career, elaborates on the importance of inside sales roles, and ...
In the final episode of May 2024 on "The Thriving Equine Professional" podcast, host Jodi Lynch Findley discusses the difference between being busy and being productive. She shares tips on how to prioritize tasks, attend meaningful meetings and events, and take ownership of your time. By focusing on what truly matters and avoiding unnecessary busyness, listeners can increase their productivity and achie...
In this episode, Jodi Lynch Findley interviews Ryon Springer, a research coordinator at Kentucky Equine Research (KER). Ryon shares his journey in the equine industry, from growing up in a family involved in the feed industry to pursuing a career in equine nutrition and research. He discusses the importance of internships in finding one's passion and making connections in the industry. Ryon also provide...
In this episode of the Thriving Equine Professional podcast, host Jodi Lynch Findley interviews Dr. Debbie Spike Pierce, CEO of Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital. Dr. Spike Pierce shares her inspiring journey from a horse-crazy kid to becoming a successful equine veterinarian and leader in the industry. She emphasizes the importance of mentorship, networking, and finding what you love, and becoming great at it. Dr. Spike Pierce als...
Your identity is up to you. Your credibility depends on your authenticity.
What does that even mean?
“Authenticity comes with risks. The risk of being misunderstood. The risk of not fitting in. The risk of internal conflict between honoring your authentic self vs the pressure to be socially accepted. However, despite its challenges, authenticity is always worth it.” Ash Alves
Let’s talk about WHO YOU ARE!
I am so excited to help YO...
“Motivation gets you going, but Discipline keeps you growing!” John Maxwell
Have you ever really defined Discipline? Thought about how you discipline YOURSELF? Ever wondered how some people seem to have SO MUCH discipline?
Let’s talk about disciplining yourself… so other people don’t have to!
I am so excited to help YOU thrive! So, get the ponies fed, grab your journal, and let’s grow! I’m going to help YOU Live Inspired, Fulfilled...
Did you know children ask an average of 107 questions per hour?!
Have you lost some of your childhood curiosity?
Let's unpack 5 ways to get curious - research says it makes us happier and more productive!
I am so excited to help YOU thrive! So, get the ponies fed, grab your journal, and let’s grow! I’m going to help YOU Live Inspired, Fulfilled and Empowered!
Cheers! Jodi
Want to connect with Jodi?!
Empathy, Movement, Humility & Connection. Heather Elliott’s keys to success!
What does it take to thrive with one of the biggest names in Equine Nutrition?
Heather Elliott was the 7th employee with Platinum Performance in 2001 and is now the Director of Client Experience and Sales. What’s the secret to her career success?!
From an internship with the National Reined Cow Horse Association to Platinum Performance, Heather has suc...
PBR, RFD-TV, Smarty Rodeo…
If you love western events, or are fascinated by a great story of grit, it’s a listen and learn episode today!
Amanda Shaffer loves horses, rodeo, and the western lifestyle. She has put in the work to go from a struggling 10-year college rodeo plan to Vice President of Business Development at Smarty Rodeo, and what a story she has to share. Life lessons, challenges, twists, turns, opportunities, and succ...
If you're not feeling the effects of the human energy crisis, you are certainly seeing it around you. Let's take a looks at the 4 ways you can check in on your own energy, and how it's affecting you, and those around you.
I am so excited to help YOU thrive! So, get the ponies fed, fill those water buckets, grab your journal and let’s grow! I’m going to help YOU Live Inspired, Fulfilled and Empowered!
Cheers! Jodi
Want to conne...
How do you go from pre-vet, decide against vet school, create a wildly successful career in Animal Health, and then become the Executive Director of the Kentucky Veterinary Medical Association?
Let's find out!
Debra Hamelback, Executive Director of the KVMA, sits down with us to share her career journey, the latest news and insights from the KVMA legislative work, to her advice for young people pursuing Animal Health careers!
Are you a Champion? For yourself? For others? For your career?
Let’s talk about 5 ways to be a CHAMPION!
I am so excited to help YOU thrive! So, get the ponies fed, fill those water buckets, grab your journal and let’s grow! I’m going to help YOU Live Inspired, Fulfilled and Empowered!
Cheers! Jodi
Want to connect with Jodi?!
www.LinkedIn.com/in/JodiLynchFindley
Equine Anesthetist as a career?! Who knew?!
Not only is Kat Butler a thriving Equine Anesthetist, she shares her story of how she stumbled upon this career that SHE LOVES, and has plenty of advice for all of us in today’s episode!
Kat advises us to stay hungry, reminds us that not all paths look the same, and it’s okay to change your plan.
Connect with the AAEVT to learn more about The Anesthesia Society and all things Equine Vet T...
Some people seem to do it all…
Today’s guest certainly does it all, and she does it beautifully with purpose and intention. Asia Thayer is a farm owner and manager, a rider, instructor, competitor, National Examiner for United States Pony Club (USPC), a Certified Professional Salesperson, a clinician… what DOESN’T she do?!
But wait, we don’t do anything without effort, intention, some tears, and learning to PAUSE.
Let’s hear from ...
Apply to Vet School, should I or shouldn’t I?
Equine Vet Med, should I or shouldn’t I?
Jade’s journey of preparation, process, applications, interviews, more preparation… and waiting.
She applied to 12 schools, let’s find out how many she heard from, AND how much she’s learned and sharing with YOU!
Check out the Journal book that Jade mentioned here, A Journey Within: An Introspective Activity Journal to Help Get to Know Yourself B...
Why I'm sick of the negativity around Equine Vet Med, and what we're doing about it!
Get the details today on Next Gen Equine Vet Med 2024, and find registration and details at www.JodiSpeaksLIFE.com!
I am so excited to help YOU thrive! So, get the ponies fed, fill those water buckets, grab your journal and let’s grow! I’m going to help YOU Live Inspired, Fulfilled and Empowered!
Cheers! Jodi
Want to connect with Jodi?!
Do you value relational gains over all else?
Are you crafting the life you want?
Listen in as Jodi sits down with Alex Riddle to walk through his journey into the equine industry… even though he had no intent to BE IN the equine industry!
Don’t miss this fun episode - a journey rich with insights, advice, motivation, and inspiration!
If you're looking for his 2 book recommendations,
The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*CK
and
Let's talk about The Art of Significance - Achieving the Level Beyond Success
We can improve ourselves only by actively choosing to stretch.
The greatest reward for your hard work is not what you get for it, but what you BECOME by it.
Hard won wisdom frees us from our fears.
It's never about WHO is right, but WHAT is right.
I am so excited to help YOU thrive! So, get the ponies fed, fill those water buckets, grab your journ...
Can you land a great sales role in the equine industry with no sales experience?
Should you get an equine degree, a business degree, or both?!
Amanda Dingley is a Senior Equine Sales Rep with Boehringer Ingelheim in AZ and Las Vegas, and is also a successful competitor showing Reined Cow horses and Cutting horses.
She's a graduate of Colorado State University with dual degrees in Equine Science and Business Marketing, and she's sh...
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