Turn Doubt Into a Milestone, Not a Stumbling Block

October 8, 2024 by Heidi Mount

Turn Doubt Into a Milestone, Not a Stumbling Block As a dentist and business owner, doubt can creep into your mind more often than you’d like. Maybe you’ve set ambitious goals for your practice, taken on a new project, or even considered expanding into new areas of dentistry. Whatever the case, doubt is always there, lurking in the background. But here’s a crucial point I want you to embrace: never give your ...

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What does a practice management consultant do?

August 27, 2024 by Heidi Mount

Many dentists hear about others using dental consultants. Some dentists get great results and others may not feel it was the best choice. However, this is why choosing a dental coach or practice management consultant is extremely important to find a good fit for your needs. This means making sure the dental coach you choose has solved the problems that you have. When you schedule your consultation to meet with a potential dental consultant, come ...

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The Power of Trust: Building a Strong Dental Team for Happy Patients

August 9, 2024 by Heidi Mount

In the dental field, trust is a cornerstone of success. As dental professionals, we strive to provide exceptional care and create a welcoming environment for our patients. One key aspect often overlooked is the importance of developing trust within our own team. Building trust among team members is not just beneficial—it is essential for earning the trust and loyalty of our patients. Why Trust Within the Team Matters Enhanced Collaboration and Communication: Trust fosters ...

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The Power of Focus: Lessons from "The One Thing" by Gary Keller

July 29, 2024 by Heidi Mount

In the busy world of dentistry, where managing a practice, keeping up with patient care, and staying current with the latest industry trends can be overwhelming, Gary Keller's book The One Thing offers invaluable insights. This book encourages a shift in thinking that can transform not only how you run your dental practice but also how you approach life. Here’s a some of my key takeaways from The One Thing and how they ...

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5 Financial Pitfalls That Dentists Should Avoid

May 29, 2024 by Heidi Mount

Coach Heidi Mount wanted to share a guide for you on the value of professional financial planning. As a dentist, your focus is on providing the best care for your patients. However, without proper financial planning, unexpected events can severely impact your financial stability. Here are five common financial mistakes that are common for dentists. You can avoid them with the help of a professional financial planner. 1. Not Having a Comprehensive, Values-Based Financial Plan ...

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Dental Assistant Appreciation Week Is March 3rd -9th

February 27, 2024 by Heidi Mount

Doctors, did you know… Your dental assistants are usually one step ahead of you. Your patients may TRUST THEM more than you. They can inspire patients to do their next dental appointment. They are valuable and no robot can ever replace them. Here are 8 ideas for you to celebrate your dental assistant. 1 - Share how important they are on your professional social media platforms. 2 - Help clean their rooms and offer your help. 3 ...

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Burn out is real...

February 20, 2024 by Heidi Mount

Burn out is real... and you deserve to live life to the fullest. Signs of "dental exhaustion" may be: 1.     Stopped hanging out with friends: Withdrawing from loved ones. 2.     Not spending time in a hobby or something that you enjoy. 3.     Bring work home. 4.     Feeling overwhelmed and exhausted. Maybe being more reactive to people. 5.     Finding it harder to wake up or want to go to work. 6.     Getting physical symptoms: Intestinal, headaches ...

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Dentists Should Get A Dental Partnership Agreement When Going Into Business Together

February 12, 2024 by Heidi Mount

Being a business partner is a lot like a marriage. If you do not fully understand the relationship, roles, values, goals, and such, it sets you up for disappointments. No one wants to regret their relationship or decisions. Let’s minimize your frustration, help lay down a great foundation for your business and put some safeguards in place. Significance and Essentials of a Dental Partnership Agreements: Establish successful collaboration with your colleague. Define how you ...

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Reduce distractions and increase your focus

January 16, 2024 by Heidi Mount

Did you know that ½ my family and I have A.D.D.? Guess what, so do many dentists, police officers, fireman, and so many other professions. We actually don’t have a focus issue; we have an overwhelm problem. Life is so much easier if we are FOCUSED. After all, who does well when stressed or confused? If you want to be more productive, you must reduce your distractions. Turn off the distractions or ...

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Hiring RIGHT and Running Efficient Management

December 12, 2023 by Heidi Mount

It is so important to:  Run ads to attract the right person.  Hire the right person.  Train the right person. Retaining employees will help build your dental practice and save you money. The hardest step is to find the right person right? You need to know where to look, what to advertise, how to interview, and make sure they are in the right seats. Sometimes tasks need to be swapped around in your dental practice ...

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