We are pleased to offer a payment plan to make our program more accessible. Our payment plan consists of 3 x 3-monthly payments of $1400 AUD (excluding GST), allowing you to spread the cost over time and providing financial flexibility. If you have any questions, please email bookings@platinumcpd.com.
The Human-Savvy Symposium is a groundbreaking, one-of-a-kind event brought to you by Dr Liv Oginska of Human-Savvy, in collaboration with Platinum CPD. Renowned for her expertise in emotional intelligence, particularly as it pertains to our veterinary profession, award winning Dr. Liv brings a wealth of knowledge and inspiration to this transformative experience. Dedicated to empowering veterinary professionals to embrace the human beneath the scrubs, this event aims to enhance your emotional resilience, self-awareness, and connection. Through thought-provoking sessions and interactive workshops, you’ll gain practical tools to thrive professionally and personally, while building meaningful relationships.
In the demanding world of veterinary medicine, it’s easy to lose sight of the most important part of the profession—the human. This event is designed to empower you to strengthen your emotional resilience, embrace your authentic self, and build meaningful connections, creating a foundation for a thriving personal and professional life.
The Human-Savvy Symposium is a full-day immersive experience dedicated to enhancing your emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and interpersonal skills. Through a blend of engaging lectures, inspiring panel discussions, practical workshops and demonstrations,, each session is designed to provide actionable tools to help you thrive in your career and beyond.
Our carefully curated program combines evidence-based insights with interactive activities to foster real, actionable change. You’ll explore strategies to stay calm under pressure, create psychological safety, and navigate relationships with confidence. Whether tackling teamwork challenges or unlocking the art of listening, the Human-Savvy Symposium equips you with the skills to connect, lead, and inspire.
Session 1: The Science of Resilience and Emotional Health (lecture)
Session 2: Defeating Self-Doubt, Impostor Feelings, and Perfectionism (panel discussion)
Session 3: "Emotional Roulette" (workshop session)
Session 4: The Neuroscience of Self-Awareness and Healthy Relationships (lecture)
Session 5: "Get to Know Your Chimp" (workshop session)
Session 6: Teamwork and Leadership Through Emotional Intelligence (panel discussion)
Session 7: "Show Me Your Bubble" (workshop session)
Session 8: Empathy, Sympathy, and Compassion—Sustainable Strategies (lecture)
Session 9: The Art of Listening and Creating Psychological Safety (demonstration)
Session 10: "Welcome to My World" (workshop session)
The day will conclude with a reflection on key insights, a practical exercise to craft your personal growth plan, and a celebration of the connections and journey shared.
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Dr. Liv Oginska is a veterinary surgeon, Emotional Intelligence Expert, and passionate advocate for enhancing team dynamics and veterinary leadership. As an internationally recognised keynote speaker on topics including emotional intelligence, team dynamics, incivility, conflict, and feedback skills, Liv combines her clinical experience with a deep understanding of human behavior. She holds a Master’s in Applied Positive Psychology and is a Certified Workplace Conflict Mediator, bringing evidence-based strategies to foster healthier workplace cultures.
As a Lecturer and PhD Candidate, Liv’s research investigates the impact of emotional intelligence in leadership and teams on psychological safety, mental health, and retention. Her dedication to empowering individuals and teams has earned her international recognition, including the prestigious Bright Minds UK Award 2023, in the category of the ‘Wellness Champion’.
Dr Emma McConnell is a passionate practising equine clinician, with over 15 years of equine veterinary experience. As an ECEIM Diplomate and Registered Specialist in Equine Medicine, Emma is obsessed with all things internal medicine; and loves nothing more than sharing her knowledge and experiences with like-minded colleagues. Having worked in multiple countries, in both academic and private practice settings, she has curated a fantastic network of extraordinary equine professionals, and will be calling on them to deliver special guest webinars and Q&A sessions, just for you!
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