Among veterinary professionals, burnout is a key contributing factor to the decline of satisfaction through one’s career. Although many veterinarians and technicians enter the profession with a high level of passion and interest, there is a trend toward increasingly dissatisfied veterinary professionals.  Causes of burnout range from financial stress due to high debt load to emotional issues such as compassion fatigue suffered as a consequence of frequent exposure to suffering of clients or patients. Additionally, long hours and sometimes monotonous work days can result in boredom or dissatisfaction. One way to remain fulfilled and connected is to find a way to continue to grow, stay challenged, and find roles within the industry that are best suited to one’s talents and desires.