The Hidden Family Factor in Transitions
Lately, I have been writing about the special considerations involved in a practice transition where other dentists are family members. But not all 'family'...
Imtiaz Manji | 10 years ago ›
As I wrote about previously, there are special considerations to take into account when bringing a son or daughter aboard in the practice. The same is...
Imtiaz Manji | 10 years ago ›
Six Rules for Keeping it in the Family
What could be better than doing what you love with the people you love most? I have seen a number of dental family 'dynasties.' I have seen sons and daughters following...
Imtiaz Manji | 10 years ago ›
'Spreadsheet Junkies' Optional: The Simple Things You Need to Track and Why
When I wrote about the value of keeping score in your professional life by tracking your performance, I said that doing so was more important—and easier—than many...
Imtiaz Manji | 10 years ago ›
The Importance of Keeping Score
As I watch the Winter Olympic events I am struck by the level of performance these athletes have achieved and how narrow the margin is between victory...
Imtiaz Manji | 10 years ago ›
Two Simple Secrets of Ideal Patient Retention
Patient retention is obviously one of the most fundamental things to master to achieve success in dentistry. It doesn't matter how good your clinical...
Imtiaz Manji | 10 years ago ›
An Important Thing to Know About the '10,000-Hour Rule'
By now most people have heard about the '10,000-hour rule.' This idea, popularized by Malcolm Gladwell and others, suggests that it requires about 10,000 hours...
Imtiaz Manji | 10 years ago ›
Every practice has a protocol for their 'new patient experience' with first-time visitors. It's such a crucial subject that I have spent a lot of time...
Imtiaz Manji | 10 years ago ›
It's not a surprise that we all like to do what we're good at. For instance, I realize that I'm never going to win a marathon. I like to run but I'm getting...
Imtiaz Manji | 10 years ago ›
An Incredible Story of Purpose and Perseverance
Dashrath Manjhi was a poor farm laborer who lived in a small remote village in India. It was a village that was separated from the nearest markets, schools...
Imtiaz Manji | 10 years ago ›
The Three Numbers You Need to Know
A well-lived life is one in which you know the 'answer' you are working toward. So how do you break that answer down into concrete, measurable terms?...
Imtiaz Manji | 10 years ago ›
Ask 10 people what life is about and you'll likely get 10 different answers. For one person it's about achieving transcending enlightenment,...
Imtiaz Manji | 10 years ago ›