From Burnout to Breakthrough Coaching and the Squiggly Career Path | Episode 40

What does “success” in veterinary medicine really look like - and how do we redefine it for a new generation of professionals? In this episode of Modern Veterinary Practice, Jack Peploe is joined by veterinarian-turned-performance coach Adrian Nelson-Pratt for a powerful conversation about identity, burnout, and the role of coaching in shaping more fulfilling careers.

Adrian shares why so many vets feel stuck despite seemingly “having it all on paper,” and explores how to break free from the fixed veterinary identity that can hold us back. He also introduces the liberating idea of the 100-year career - reminding us that we have the opportunity to pursue multiple pathways across a lifetime. Most importantly, the discussion highlights how coaching can provide clarity, resilience, and renewed joy in both veterinary work and life beyond the clinic.