Teamwork in Aquariums and Zoos

Believe it or not, you can get better at participation in the interview process! A bit of time spent preparing for these conversations can go a long way to help you find a team and organization that matches your abilities, values, and mission very well. Today, we discuss the skill of interviewing. www.patreon.com/aquatizoo [email protected] www.magicalvacationplanner.com/staff/lori-semple

It's not just about the animals, or, it shouldn't be, at least. Despite our focus on providing great care for the animals, there is a need to spend time and effort cultivating relationships with each other. Our jobs have multiple dimensions, and ignoring one only serves to hamper oneself. Today we discuss the importance of valuing everyone on your team! www.patreon.com/aquatizoo [email protected] www.magicalvacationplanner.com/staff/lori-semple

Accountability can a difficult thing to maintain in a group. Today we discuss the core issues at hand when people need to be held accountable for their actions (or inaction) and how we can handle this with empathy, understanding, and professionalism. Holding someone accountable does not have to ruin a relationship! www.patreon.com/aquatizoo [email protected] www.magicalvacationplanner.com/staff/lori-semple

There are many things to consider if you have the luxury of time to prepare for a situation that may impact work. In certain cases, there are many layers of decisions to be made and preparations to handle for an impending issue. Today we discuss the many things that zoos and aquariums are pondering when they weather... the weather! www.patreon.com/aquatizoo [email protected] www.magicalvacationplanner.com/staff/lori-semple

As if the work of hiring wasn't difficult enough, it's important to evaluate whether the best fit for a position is likely to come from a candidate already within the organization or to search out someone from outside the facility. Today we discuss the pros and cons that these different types of candidates bring to the table. www.patreon.com/aquatizoo [email protected] www.magicalvacationplanner.com/staff/lori-semple  

It's a fun little add-on to the day, but there are a lot of hidden purposes and benefits to booking a tour behind the scenes. Whether your interest is in seeing unusual equipment, care techniques, asking lots of questions, or simply learning how the magic happens, the best way to get an idea for how an organization works is to take advantage of this special opportunity! www.patreon.com/aquatizoo [email protected] www.magicalvacationplanner.com/staff/lori-semple

The beginning of a new year is a great time to take a look at how things have been going and where some changes might be needed. A good way to keep the mind and body active and make improvements is to get interested and learn something new! www.patreon.com/aquatizoo [email protected] www.magicalvacationplanner.com/staff/lori-semple

Today is a deep dive into how we make decisions regarding how many animals to place in a given enclosure or space. There are many factors involved, but ultimately aquariums and zoos are trying to make the best decisions they can for optimal animal health and wellbeing! www.patreon.com/aquatizoo [email protected] www.magicalvacationplanner.com/staff/lori-semple

If you're not familiar with the term, you're very likely familiar with the feeling of a workplace where psychological safety has been established or where it was not. Unlocking creativity, innovation, and honesty requires some measure of freedom to express oneself authentically. A successful organization prioritizes a psychologically safe environment for its employees. www.patreon.com/aquatizoo [email protected] www.magicalvacationplanner.com/staff/lori-semple

It's one of the most common questions that we hear in the aquarium and zoo field. People naturally want to know how long animals live and sometimes the lifespans of animals in human care are compared to the lifespans of their counterparts in the wild. There are many factors at play, but let's discuss the lifespans of animals! www.patreon.com/aquatizoo [email protected] www.magicalvacationplanner.com/staff/lori-semple