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Smarter Vet Financial Podcast
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Do you want less stress in your finances? Smarter Vet Financial Podcast is for all veterinarians that want to take that next step in their finances. Tom Seeko and CJ Burnett, the founders of Florida Veterinary Advisors, make personal and business financial topics simple to digest and include exclusive interviews with veterinarians and veterinary professionals. Ready to subscribe? Click a button below to get started. You can also bookmark this page and check back for our latest episodes.
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Episode 190 – 3 of 5: One Habit that Builds Real Wealth
Saving money isn’t exciting, flashy, or fun — but it is the one habit that consistently builds real wealth. In this episode, the third of five in the series, CJ and Tom break down why aiming for 20% of your gross income is a game changer, why most...
Episode 189 – 2 of 5: Everything Works… Until It Doesn’t
Most financial plans don’t fail because of markets—they fail because of unplanned life events. In this episode of the Smarter Vet Financial Podcast, CJ Burnett and Tom Seeko explain why risk is the silent plan killer for veterinarians and practice...
Episode 187 – New Year. New You.
Going into a new year can bring a lot of financial stress—especially when you’re trying to control things you simply can’t. In this episode, we break down the big categories you can’t control (markets, inflation/interest rates, and unexpected life...
From Kennels to Corporate: Dr. Jennifer Bruns on Ownership, Leadership, and PetSmart Veterinary Services
In this episode of the Smarter Vet Financial Podcast, Tom sits down with Dr. Jennifer Bruns, Senior Director of Veterinary Relationships at PetSmart Veterinary Services, to explore the many paths a veterinary career can take. Dr. Bruns shares her...
Baxtr’s Mark Hines Talks About Simplifying Wellness Plans with Subscription Care
In this episode of the Smarter Vet Financial Podcast, Tom sits down with Baxtr founder Mark Hines to talk about how subscription-based wellness plans can transform access to care, client loyalty, and practice revenue. Mark shares his unconventional...
Dr. Bob Murtaugh: Culture, Consolidation, and Building the Future of Vet Med
In this episode of the Smarter Vet Financial Podcast, Tom sits down with Dr. Bob Murtaugh—founding dean of Rocky Vista University College of Veterinary Medicine, boarded internist and criticalist, and long-time leader in both academia and corporate...
Interview with Brent Mayabb – The Next Wave of Practice Ownership: Dr. Mayabb on Purpose-Driven Leadership
The Smarter Vet Financial Podcast welcomes Dr. Brent Mayabb, Global Chief Medical Officer at Royal Canin, for a candid conversation on purpose, communication, and leading across cultures. Brent shares how transparency and psychological safety help...
Interview with Eric Benke – Boosting Veterinary Practice Profits with KPIs and Wellness Plans
In this episode of the Smarter Vet Financial Podcast, hosts Tom Seeko and guest Eric Benke dive into the financial side of veterinary practice ownership, focusing on the power of key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive profitability and growth....
Episode 186 – Should You Pay Off Debt Faster — or Save Instead?
Should you pay off debt faster or focus on saving money? It’s one of the most common—and confusing—financial questions veterinarians face. In this episode, Tom and CJ unpack the trade-offs, emotions, and math behind debt repayment versus saving,...