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 ...
It is time to stop being PPO dependent! It is time to show the insurance companies that you are not willing to work for less than what you are worth and be a slave to the dental write offs. These dental insurance companies are making you write off more and more. They are the ones profiting not you. You all learned how to sign up as preferred providers and take a cut in pay. Now ...
Protecting Your Dental Practice: Understanding Employment Practices Liability Insurance (EPLI) As a dentist, you are dedicated to providing top-notch oral care to your patients. However, the business side of running a dental practice can expose you to potential legal risks related to your employees. Employment Practices Liability Insurance (EPLI) is a crucial safeguard that can protect your dental practice from costly lawsuits and legal disputes brought by your employees. In this article, we'll explore ...
Imagine embarking on a cross-country road trip without a GPS. You might have a roadmap or general idea of your destination, but without that trusty navigation system or experience tour guide, you could easily get lost, frustrated, encounter unexpected detours, waste your precious time, and run into extra expenses on your vacation. In the world of dentistry, you’re on a journey too. Most of you are striving for long-term success and provide excellence in ...
A Dentist's Guide to Transforming Patient Experiences As a dentist, you play a crucial role in helping patients maintain their oral health and achieve beautiful smiles. However, your impact goes beyond just dental procedures. The way you communicate and interact with your patients can significantly influence their overall experience. In this blog, we will explore the concept of neutral thinking and how it can enhance the relationships you build with your patients, ultimately leading ...
Owning a dental practice can be a dream come true for many dentists. The opportunity to provide quality care on your terms, build lasting patient relationships, and, of course, enjoy the financial rewards of entrepreneurship can be incredibly appealing. However, like any venture, dental practice ownership comes with its own set of challenges and fears. In this blog, we'll explore some of the biggest fears that dentists often have about owning their own business ...
Have you ever walked into a building in the dark? You knew where you had to go and what you had to get…but for some reason the lights wouldn’t work. Do you remember feeling frustrated? Do you remember looking around trying to solve the issue and not knowing how? Do you remember feeling the walls and feeling anxious? Did you know that this is exactly how your patients feel when you don’t ...
Aloha dentists, As many of you know, there was a huge disaster in Lahaina, Hawaii. I do know of 2 dentists who lost their home and dental office to the fire. It seems like yesterday that I stood in front of this office with the team taking a photo and now it's gone. My heart hurts for this community. My family also lost their homes and jobs in the Paradise Fires in CA. We ...
As a dedicated coach for dentists aiming to maximize their business potential, let's delve into the concept of EBITDA and how it can transform your practice's financial performance. EBITDA, which stands for Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization, is a fundamental metric that holds the key to understanding your practice's operational prowess. By distilling your financial data to focus solely on operational aspects, EBITDA provides a clear snapshot of your ability ...
In today's fast-paced and competitive work environment, retaining talented team members is a constant challenge for many dental offices. While attractive pay and benefits certainly play a role, there is a hidden gem that goes beyond material rewards. Believe it or not, the secret to keeping great team members lies in something much simpler and powerful: CARING about them. When employees feel valued and supported, they are motivated to go the extra mile and ...
