Coaching Through Advocacy
This topic is motivated by some polarized political conversations underway in the US, although our topic itself is not political. Even though many of our readers outside the US might have had little interest in US politics, they no doubt were aware of some of these conversations. Over the last few months in the US, [...]
Sharing financials with employees
Most would agree that it is good to educate employees on how the business runs: how much money comes in and where it comes from, how much money goes out and where it is spent, and what is left behind and how it is used to reinvest in the business. Employees feel more invested when they [...]
The Affordable Care Act (ACA) checkup for dentists
The new comprehensive health reform law passed in 2010, known as the Affordable Care Act (ACA), is a massive – and massively complex – law that will create widespread change in healthcare. While there are many important provisions, there are a few of which private practicing dentists should be especially aware. Community Premium Rating for [...]
Firing Strategy…
Do you have employees you’re not proud of? Then deal with it! The “how” of firing is typically not the problem. It’s the “who” and “when” that gets in the way. Business decision makers will tell me about a problem employee and how he/she is a poison to the operation and not living up to [...]
Don’t Confuse Indecision with No Decision
Food for Thought is our way of sharing interesting concepts on corporate leadership and management with others who might find it useful. The thoughts offered are intended to be controversial and thought provoking. They always follow our motto of helping develop logical leadership. Do you or your organization find yourself wanting to make a decision [...]
10 Tips To Grow Your Dental Practice
Most dentists I talk to have a strong desire to grow their dental practice. Many have even hired so-called SEO guru’s, website designers, local ranking experts, and consultants, but with very little success. With the competitive landscape for most business niches, dental is no different. You can’t have a piece meal marketing approach. You must [...]
How Poor Use of Management Software Affects Your Marketing -and the Bottom Line
When was the last time you gave your practice management software program a check-up? Did you know that the practice management system you have drives your practice profitability and may need a tune-up? As a dental system analyst it is my job to make sure that the information derived from a software program is accurate [...]
Anti-Buzz: You Can Stop the Signal
What is at stake when you set policy for Internet access and use in your office? There are no perfect solutions. Internet use at work, and the rules governing it, are really a matter of office culture, and every office is different; you are trying to balance safety, privacy, professionalism, practicality and morale. Here are [...]
Take Five with Marty interviewing Linda Miles
In Episode 7 of Take Five With Marty, Dr. Marty Jablow discusses today’s dental practice management challenges with legendary dental consultant, Linda Miles. Linda also provides some recommendations regarding how to get patients back into the office regularly and grow your dental practice as a whole. Marty JablowMartin Jablow DMD, is America’s Dental Technology Coach. [...]
Blogging for Dentists
Does your dental practice have a blog? A blog is an online tool that can be used to share information, news, and events. Blogging is a free and highly effective way to advertise your dental practice and connect with patients. A main benefit of blogging is that it provides an opportunity to show current and [...]
