AquatiZoo podcast

We all encounter them eventually, but are there ways to cope with things and situations that prove disappointing? Absolutely. It's not easy or fun, but I hope my experiences and a few tips and tricks help to make future challenges like this just a little bit easier to navigate. www.patreon.com/aquatizoo l.semple@magicalvacationplanner.com www.magicalvacationplanner.com/staff/lori-semple  

We've talked a lot about AZA (Association of Zoos and Aquariums) inspections specifically, but what other inspections might be of importance in your favorite zoo or aquarium? What are they looking for and why are they important? www.patreon.com/aquatizoo l.semple@magicalvacationplanner.com www.magicalvacationplanner.com/staff/lori-semple

It might be of benefit to pay attention to that sinking feeling in our gut when we consider certain challenges, tasks, and situations. There are benefits to confronting situations that intimidate or make us a little uncomfortable. What's on the other side? www.patreon.com/aquatizoo l.semple@magicalvacationplanner.com www.magicalvacationplanner.com/staff/lori-semple  

Really cool animals are not the only thing on exhibit in your favorite zoo or aquarium. Plants (and the people that take care of them) are a very important part of making our guests and animals feel comfortable and immersed in our facilities, and they're sometimes underappreciated. Not today! www.patreon.com/aquatizoo l.semple@magicalvacationplanner.com www.magicalvacationplanner.com/staff/lori-se...

It can be rather intimidating and nerve-wracking to do a thing as "simple" as asking another human being for help. Today we sort through the potentially negative feelings and get to the benefits of admitting that you can't do it all alone. www.patreon.com/aquatizoo l.semple@magicalvacationplanner.com www.magicalvacationplanner.com/staff/lori-semple

Donations are an important part of the organizational planning for aquariums and zoos. With the aid of the community, we continue to set goals and improve our institutions. Today we discuss donations, philanthropy, and the talented individuals who make it all work! www.patreon.com/aquatizoo l.semple@magicalvacationplanner.com www.magicalvacationplanner.com/staff/lori-semple

You may have heard about it from news and social media, but quiet quitting is not exactly a new technique. Today we discuss what it is, how behavior change for the employee and the employer might help, and why it should be avoided. www.patreon.com/aquatizoo l.semple@magicalvacationplanner.com www.magicalvacationplanner.com/staff/lori-semple

Today we touch upon the history of zoo and aquarium exhibit design, what we're considering when deciding on how exhibits will be executed and function, as some of the fabrication techniques we use in our institutions. www.patreon.com/aquatizoo l.semple@magicalvacationplanner.com www.magicalvacationplanner.com/staff/lori-semple

Desperate times call for desperate measures, right? Before anyone gets too far into making financial decisions that might impact employees directly, consider the long-term costs. It's more than just money. www.patreon.com/aquatizoo l.semple@magicalvacationplanner.com www.magicalvacationplanner.com/staff/lori-semple

It's impossible to please anyone, but most good zoos and aquariums have a general idea of what most guests intend to see and experience when they visit our facilities. How do we prepare and decide what to do? www.patreon.com/aquatizoo l.semple@magicalvacationplanner.com www.magicalvacationplanner.com/staff/lori-semple

You may never have noticed how many words and phrases with military-based roots have found their way into average business vernacular. Just how does this impact our cultures, practices, and results? We discuss it all today! www.patreon.com/aquatizoo l.semple@magicalvacationplanner.com www.magicalvacationplanner.com/staff/lori-semple

It's surprisingly complicated to manage animal populations in aquariums and zoos, but we do have a myriad of tools available. It's important to maintain healthy populations that will continue to thrive into the future, and today we discuss how we make these sorts of plans and decisions. www.patreon.com/aquatizoo l.semple@magicalvacationplanner.com www.magicalvacationplanner.com/staff/lori-semple

Ever work around someone who believes that things should be made easier or better for them at the expense of everyone else? You may have been dealing with a person exhibiting entitlement issues. Today we discuss how to recognize this problem and what to do. www.patreon.com/aquatizoo l.semple@magicalvacationplanner.com www.magicalvacationplanner.com/staff/lori-semple  

Yes, it sounds strange. Yes, we like science. But hey! We're human! Superstitions sometimes arise even in aquariums and zoos. Whether generated from within or contending with existing cultural beliefs in other parts of the world, superstitions have a part to play in our institutional operations. www.patreon.com/aquatizoo l.semple@magicalvacationplanner.com www.magicalvacationplanner.com/staff/lori...

While it isn't a difficult concept to grasp, it's sometimes an easy one to forget. Keeping employees content on the job helps to ensure that guests, customers, and clients are pleased with the business as well. Today we discuss the importance of happy staff in the workplace. www.patreon.com/aquatizoo l.semple@magicalvacationplanner.com www.magicalvacationplanner.com/staff/lori-semple

It's this time of year in the northern hemisphere when many of our institutions are at their busiest. Just how do we go about preparing for the influx of visitors and what might we do different now than through the rest of the year? Today we discuss busy summers and holidays at your favorite aquarium or zoo! www.patreon.com/aquatizoo l.semple@magicalvacationplanner.com www.magicalvacationplanner.c...

It can be difficult in a group of high performers to make yourself stand out from the crowd. Can you avoid a common pitfall? Do you have to kill you soul to get ahead? Short answer, no. Let's talk about it! www.patreon.com/aquatizoo l.semple@magicalvacationplanner.com www.magicalvacationplanner.com/staff/lori-semple

Given that people are switching up jobs and careers at a high rate lately, how feasible might it be to work in animal care after having a previous career? There are some things to know before you jump in, but it's possible and encouraged! Today we discuss the ins and outs of making animal care a new primary job. www.patreon.com/aquatizoo l.semple@magicalvacationplanner.com www.magicalvacationplann...

They're some of the most valuable people in the workplace, but how does one go about recognizing them? Today we discuss high performers, their traits, and other things to be aware of when building your bench of capable coworkers. www.patreon.com/aquatizoo l.semple@magicalvacationplanner.com www.magicalvacationplanner.com/staff/lori-semple

What should someone expect when they've worked their way through the ranks to the top of the animal care group at their zoo or aquarium? It's a different sort of challenge, but one worth undertaking... if you've got the right mindset. Let's talk about zoo and aquarium leadership! www.patreon.com/aquatizoo l.semple@magicalvacationplanner.com www.magicalvacationplanner.com/staff/lori-semple

Shockingly, when it comes to the workplace, motivation and inspiration are two different things. Both need to be considered for the well being of the people working, and occasionally, they overlap. Today we discuss the similarities and differences of motivation and inspiration. www.patreon.com/aquatizoo l.semple@magicalvacationplanner.com www.magicalvacationplanner.com/staff/lori-semple

There's a degree of understanding about what an internship or part-time animal care position might entail, but what about full-time aquarists and keepers? Today we discuss what to understand and expect in a full-time position in an aquarium or zoo. www.patreon.com/aquatizoo l.semple@magicalvacationplanner.com www.magicalvacationplanner.com/staff/lori-semple

While personal responsibility is an important part of decision making in the workplace, social accountability should be considered as well. How will your decisions affect others? Will they impact coworkers, customers, or animals? Today we discuss the weight of social accountability. www.patreon.com/aquatizoo l.semple@magicalvacationplanner.com https://www.magicalvacationplanner.com/staff/lori-semp...

Part-time positions as zookeepers and aquarists can be a fantastic opportunity to explore an exciting and unique workplace. There are benefits for both the institution and the individual, though the situation is not quite perfect. Today we discuss the pros and cons of part-time work as an aquarist or zookeeper. www.patreon.com/aquatizoo l.semple@magicalvacationplanner.com www.magicalvacationplanne...

Some of us find it easy to place blame. It's more difficult to accept personal responsibility for some of our circumstances. While it may not be fun, it is important to learn the skills of reframing one's mindset and accepting that we can make changes in our lives. www.patreon.com/aquatizoo l.semple@magicalvacationplanner.com www.magicalvacationplanner.com