A dentist’s number one tool is their team, which is why hiring the right person is crucial. When you have the right person in the right seat, it reduces stress and enables you to focus on running a thriving practice and doing what you do best. When you make mistakes in the hiring process and bring the wrong
Late payments hurt your practice. If you charge a hundred bucks, and several weeks go by, you’re not getting a hundred bucks. The value of the dollar declines BY THE DAY! Studies have shown that collections drastically decrease after the 90-day mark. The later the payment, the less money you get.
Throughout my history as a private practice dentist, I’ve witnessed a production-focused narrative running through the industry. Too many dentists are concerned only with how much they’re producing, focusing on the big numbers over everything else. There’s so much pride and ego associated with
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Dentists are precise and logical people, but that doesn’t mean they’re immune to falsehoods. In fact, many dentists believe things that simply aren’t true, and these limiting beliefs are holding you back from the practice you’ve dreamt of! You may not realize that you’ve fallen victim to limiting beliefs, but if you feel
Are you chained to the grind? Do you work hard with little return? If the answer is yes, you’re not alone. We know two dentists who felt the same way…until they joined the Best Practices Association. These dentists are Dr. Matt and Sarah Karls. Matt’s father was a dentist with his very own practice. After he retired, Matt and his wife took over the family business.
This is one of my favorite metrics, but it’s one that often goes overlooked. Your Gross Production Per Day (PPD) is more than just the money you’re making—it’s a powerful tool for planning your future.
Getting lost in the competition? Sounds like your practice needs some TNT. No, not explosives! TNT stands for “takes no talent.” These are small, controllable habits that require little to no skill. And yet, they make a huge impact. Patients notice them, and patients will remember them.
Dentists are incredibly busy, often at the expense of their practice. One of the most frequently overlooked aspects of being a leader is the need for alignment, but it’s incredibly important. Without that alignment, even the most well-intentioned leaders can create confusion and frustration within the team.
What was the last time you took a vacation? If you can’t remember, it’s probably been too long! Dentists don’t prioritize rest as much as they should. Rest is often seen as a reward, something you only do when there’s spare time. And what do dentists usually say? “There’s so much work to do. I don’t have time to rest!”
