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Working Interviews: Why Should I Pay Them?
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Working Interviews: Why Should I Pay Them?

In my last article, I went over the best ways to combat the halo/horn effect when hiring new staff members. Within that article, I briefly touched on the...

| 10 years ago
What to Do With ‘That Case’ on Your Desk

What to Do With ‘That Case’ on Your Desk

It happens to the best general dentists from time to time. You come across a particularly tricky case and find yourself stuck. Maybe you can't think of...

| 10 years ago
Your Future Self Will Thank You
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Your Future Self Will Thank You

I have a friend at the club where I work out who has been going there for a couple of years. If you were to meet him, you would recognize right away that...

| 10 years ago
Are You Protecting Your Online Reputation?

Are You Protecting Your Online Reputation?

It's no secret that many small businesses, including dental practices, have discovered the value of online reviews. It is a great way for patients to...

| 10 years ago
Why I Changed My Mind About Celebrating Father’s Day
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Why I Changed My Mind About Celebrating Father’s Day

For many years, I never really took the whole 'Father's Day' thing seriously. Of course, I would always be grateful when my sons acknowledged the day...

| 10 years ago
Your Interviews Are Biased - Here's How to Fix That Problem
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Your Interviews Are Biased - Here's How to Fix That Problem

In my last article, I outlined one of the common human errors that occur when making hiring decisions – the halo/horn effect. This concept describes a...

| 10 years ago
Are You Ready for a Re-Boot?
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Are You Ready for a Re-Boot?

If you have been in practice for several years, I am willing to bet that you do not consider yourself the same dentist you were when you first began....

| 10 years ago
Creating a Transfer of Retention Plan for Orthodontists in Your Network
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Creating a Transfer of Retention Plan for Orthodontists in Your Network

For orthodontists to whom you refer preferentially, I recommend having a discussion about their ideas and preferences regarding retention in general if...

| 10 years ago
The Next Big Game-Changer in Dentistry
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The Next Big Game-Changer in Dentistry

Everything you do in the practice brings a return—that's why you are in business. But not all returns are created equal, either in terms of revenue or patient...

| 10 years ago
Fall in Love with Your Practice All Over Again
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Fall in Love with Your Practice All Over Again

I remember hearing a story once about a unique gift a man gave to his wife that ended up changing both of their lives. Rather than go to the store and...

| 10 years ago
Why You NEED to See Double
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Why You NEED to See Double

The requirement that most new dental school graduates carry to their first business opportunities, namely being able to pay off their tremendous amount...

| 10 years ago
How New Dentists Can Buy Into Their Dream Practice
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How New Dentists Can Buy Into Their Dream Practice

I believe that dentistry, when practiced at its best, is an entrepreneurial profession. It has always been my dream that every new dentist ends up owning...

| 10 years ago