The dental industry is a very fast paced moving one. Of course, some days are going to be slower than others, but for the most part, your days are going to fly by. Every day I go into work I tell myself I’m going to have a productive, great day. When 5PM rolls around,...
Isn’t it everyone’s goal to be successful and happy? Knowing your worth is key to getting there. Here are a few tips to help find happiness in life and success in your career. Your Contributions Matter We are all familiar with the feeling of being underappreciated....
Early on in my journey as an office manager I tried to control every detail of everything and everyone. This led to massive burnout and me starting to work endless hours trying to check everything. A few years ago, I was shown the importance of creating end-of-day...
Have you heard of the old saying, “Measure twice cut once?” It means taking the extra time to measure again to make sure your cut is 100% accurate, also goes for dental practice managers when we are tracking our Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). We must have a way to...
My dental story began in 1993 when I graduated from Dental Hygiene school. I was the first person in my family to graduate from college. I never dreamed at that point of being an Office Manager. I will say I always felt a drive to learn, grow, and challenge myself. I...
A dental practice’s culture plays a pivotal role in shaping the work environment, patient experience, and overall success. Unfortunately, negative cultures can take root, causing detrimental effects on both team morale and patient care. This article delves into...
Delegation – what a scary word! If just hearing it makes you cringe, I’ve put together a few things tips to make you and your team’s lives a little better. The #1 key to delegating is to trust the integrity and competence of the person you are delegating to....
According to a study published in the Academy of Management Journal, teams that volunteer together are happier and more productive. In the bustling world of a dental practice, where appointments, treatments, and paperwork seem to fill every moment, it can be easy to...
Ashley Spence Hygiene Coordinator St. Augustine, Florida Email: ashspen89@gmail.comPhone: (904) 557-5157 Polished Dental is a General Dentistry practice and I have been with them for 1 year and 4 months. The most rewarding part of my career is when patients notice the...
What is the “Domino Effect” and how do we stop it? Remember being a child and working hard to place individual dominos in a specific place to create a beautiful masterpiece, only to accidentally bump one before your creation was finished? All your hard...
