by [email protected] | Sep 6, 2023 | Prescriptions for your Practice
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Navigating the dental profession is a journey filled with excitement, responsibility, and yes, even fear. That fear, often unnoticed, is FOPO – Fear of Other People’s Opinions. It’s a common struggle among dental professionals, rooted in peer pressure, patient expectations, social media comparisons, and personal perfectionism.
FOPO can be paralyzing, hindering calculated risks, innovation, and genuine patient connections. To overcome it, self-awareness is key.
In this transformative episode, delve into the profound impact of FOPO (Fear of Other People’s Opinions) on dentists:
- Hollywood’s Shadow: Unmasking how the entertainment world inadvertently dims the dental profession’s shine.
- Breaking Chains: Proven strategies to shed the burden of people-pleasing and societal pressures.
- True North: Channeling your vision and aspirations to mold a dental career that’s both lucrative and rewarding.
Whether you’re a deep-thinking dentist or a practice owner striving for excellence, this episode offers the clarity and momentum you need.
Ready to amplify your confidence and success as a dental practice owner?
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Key Quotes:
- “FOPO, fear of other people’s opinions, it’s going to compromise your decision making, your clinical decision making, primarily because you’re going to be prioritizing patient perceptions over optimal care.”
- The constant stress from fear of other people’s opinions leads to professional burnout.”
- “Recognizing that fear of other people’s opinion is a common professional concern, rather than you failing is the first step. It’s not personal.”
- “Distance yourself from peers who are consistently offering unconstructive criticism or breed negativity.”
- “No is a complete sentence. Make sure that you’re very clear on your vision.”
- “Encourage patients to share their experiences, ask how you can serve them better, and ask trusted colleagues for their insights.”
Featured on the Show:
- People: Jimmy Buffett, was an American singer-songwriter, musician, author, and businessman.
- Character: Dr. Christian Zell, is the primary antagonist of the novel Marathon Man and its 1976 film adaptation.
- Character: Dr. Tim Whatley, is a fictional character on the American sitcom Seinfeld.
- Character: Dr. Stu Price, is the responsible, uptight, worried, coward, and wimpy member of the Wolfpack in The Hangover.
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by [email protected] | Aug 30, 2023 | Prescriptions for your Practice
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Intrigued by the power of the inner game? Let’s start with an NFL playoff game that showcased how inner strength can redefine outcomes. This podcast draws inspiration from sports psychology, translating the interplay between “Self 1” and “Self 2” into actionable insights for your dental practice.
As a dental practice leader, you’ll see how the inner game extends to your team, propelling collective growth. Learn how to cultivate a growth mindset, refine patient care processes, conquer self-doubt, embrace challenges, and balance control with adaptability.
- Dive into the unexpected connection between sports psychology and modern dental practice.
- Discover the secret performance equation that champions swear by.
- Grapple with the tension between Self 1 and Self 2, and learn how to silence that pesky inner critic.
- Want a thriving dental career free of self-doubt?
Don’t miss this episode.
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Attention single-location dental practice owners who want to build a high-performance team so that you can take more time off while enjoying elevating profits: Learn about Dental Practice 3.0 and the new Dentists Ascend Mastermind
Key Quotes:
- “Trusting your expertise, knowing that it happens to everyone, and focusing on the present moment with every patient, you can optimize your clinical performance.”
- “By staying true to your vision and continuously adapting and filtering out that noise, you’re going to achieve unparalleled business growth, but it starts with that inner game.”
- “Your ability to remain calm, composed, and empathetic, especially in the face of patient anxiety, team upset, and business challenges, is a testament to emotional mastery.”
- “Our professions are demanding. It demands precision, skill, consistency, and this inside-out approach offers a strategic advantage.”
- “When you focus on the inner game, you become more than just a clinician, more than just a tooth carpenter, more than just a commodity. You become an authentic leader, a trusted caregiver, a savvy business owner, all driven by a genuine connection to your core values and expertise.”
Featured on the Show:
- People: Bob Barker, was an American television game show host. He hosted CBS’s The Price Is Right, the longest-running game show in North American television history, from 1972 to 2007.
- People: Nelson Mandela, was a South African anti-apartheid activist and politician who served as the first president of South Africa from 1994 to 1999.
- People: Zach Bryan, is an American singer-songwriter from Oologah, Oklahoma.
- People: Timothy Gallwey, is an author who has written a series of books in which he has set forth a methodology for coaching and for the development of personal and professional excellence in a variety of fields that he calls “the Inner Game”.00
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by [email protected] | Aug 23, 2023 | Prescriptions for your Practice
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As a dental practice owner, you’re no stranger to the complexities of managing appointments, patient satisfaction, and operational efficiency. In an industry where patient loyalty and referrals reign supreme, any misstep can tarnish your practice’s reputation and profitability.
Imagine a future where your practice thrives with consistent revenue growth, increased profits, and a flood of patient referrals. This is the potential that prioritizing time holds. But the journey doesn’t stop there. It extends to optimizing practice operations, harnessing feedback for continuous improvement, and strategically embracing inefficiencies for personalized care.
In this episode, I discuss why Time Based Competition is an incredible business advantage for you.
- So if you want to understand why Apple execs read “Competing Against Time”…
- If you want to create value with Strategic Inefficiencies…
- If you want to reduce wasted time and motion in your practice so you can generate more revenue and referrals …
Tune in now!
Listen in and find solutions to common practice issues at Prescriptions for Your Practice.
Attention single-location dental practice owners who want to build a high-performance team so that you can take more time off while enjoying elevating profits: Learn about Dental Practice 3.0 and the new Dentists Ascend Mastermind
Key Quotes:
- “Respecting time isn’t just merely a courtesy, it’s about creating patient experiences that transform them into the most passionate supporters.”
- “Prioritize time to achieve consistent growth, revenue, and patient referrals, resulting in greater profits and bigger paychecks.”
- “Efficiency and quality dedication transform your practice into a booming business and a hub of devoted advocates.”
- “Dental practices can gain a competitive advantage by reducing time in innovation and quality care delivery.”
- “Minimize patient wait times to show respect and build trust from the moment they step into the office.”
- “Continuous feedback from patients and team insights drive refinement, while strategic inefficiencies like post-op calls and handwritten notes enhance patient relationships.”
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by [email protected] | Aug 16, 2023 | Prescriptions for your Practice
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Imagine this: A thriving dental practice built on trust, care, and expertise. Now add a twist – the complexities of dental insurance. In a world where patient needs should steer the ship, financial interests often end up dictating treatment choices. If you’re a dental practice owner, you’ve likely felt the tug of this intricate web that sometimes compromises the very core of dentistry.
We’re here to unravel the truths about dental insurance – the good, the bad, and the frustratingly perplexing. From shaping treatment decisions to nudging profit margins, these insurance dynamics have significantly influenced the dental landscape.
In this episode, I discuss you deciding if being in network is benefiting your patients and moving you toward your vision.
- So if you want to stop playing PPOs’ stupid games…
- If you want to take more time off and enjoy more cash flow…
- If you want to serve your patients in an elite way and unstress your team…
Tune in now!
Listen in and find solutions to common practice issues at Prescriptions for Your Practice.
Attention single-location dental practice owners who want to build a high-performance team so that you can take more time off while enjoying elevating profits: Learn about Dental Practice 3.0 and the new Dentists Ascend Mastermind
Key Quotes:
- “What started out as well-meaning and a noble endeavor… has evolved into complexity, frustration, and a fractured relationship between dentists, their dental patients, and these dental insurance companies.”
- “Bullies pick on the weak… if I didn’t stand up to this audit, they’d keep playing these dumb games with me and with my practice and keep screwing with my livelihood.”
- “Exclusion clauses dictate limitations of policy… it creates a complex landscape for us to maneuver and explain to patients and it influenced treatment plans and financial arrangements for those who are covered.”
- “There’s a myriad of policies, all sorts of claims, all sorts of reimbursement procedures… it affects the quality of patient care because our attention is diverted from what our primary focus should be.”
- “Dental insurance falls short… in catastrophic situations, unexpected situations, this is where dental insurance falls short.”
Featured on the Show:
- Show: Untold: Johnny Football, a Netflix documentary that took a significant look into the career and life of former Heisman Trophy winner Johnny Manziel.
- Show: John Mulaney, Baby J, is a 2023 Netflix-released stand-up comedy film written by and starring John Mulaney.
- I appreciate your feedback. Let me know what you learned and loved here: [email protected].
by [email protected] | Aug 9, 2023 | Prescriptions for your Practice
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In today’s dynamic landscape, effective leadership isn’t just about running a practice; it’s about fostering a harmonious multigeneration workforce that propels your practice toward exceptional growth and prosperity.
Dentistry is no longer confined to clinical expertise alone; it’s a synergy of wisdom, innovation, and collaboration among individuals from Baby Boomers to Generation Z.
Let’s deep into the heart of this transformative shift, providing you with a comprehensive roadmap to harness the power of a multigeneration team.
Navigating generational nuances might seem like a challenge, but it’s an opportunity waiting to be harnessed.
In this episode, I discuss the big challenges of managing a workforce made up of five generations.
- So if you want to play to the strengths of each generation so you can have an unbeatable dental team…
- If you want to minimize conflict and maximize collaboration…
- If you want to win with the evolving workforce so you can enjoy having the best reputation in town…
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Attention single-location dental practice owners who want to build a high-performance team so that you can take more time off while enjoying elevating profits: Learn about Dental Practice 3.0 and the new Dentists Ascend Mastermind
Listen in and find solutions to common practice issues at Prescriptions for Your Practice.
Key Quotes:
- “Diversity in age presents challenges, but they can be opportunities if handled correctly. Communication styles, technological proficiency, and work ethic differences can create tensions but can also foster innovation and collaboration among multigenerational teams.”
- “Ignoring generational differences, resisting change and innovation, and failing to foster inclusivity and appreciation are common mistakes. Each team member must be seen as a valuable human with unique strengths.”
- “Understanding different generations is key. Gen Z values authenticity, millennials seek purpose, Gen X values flexibility, baby boomers prioritize stability, and the silent generation values loyalty.”
- “Conflict resolution is critical. Address conflicts impartially, encourage open dialogue, and guide problem-solving exercises. Empathy, active listening, and focusing on interests are essential.”
- “Managing a multigenerational workforce is an art. Blend experience, vision, and creativity to create collaboration. Leverage the unique strengths of each generation to enrich your dental practice.”
- “In the symphony of a successful dental practice, every generation plays a vital role. Embrace generational differences to create a harmonious orchestra that delivers exceptional patient care.”
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by [email protected] | Aug 2, 2023 | Prescriptions for your Practice
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Ask yourself: How can I infuse high-agency thinking into my daily interactions with my team and patients? The answer lies in your hands.
Embracing a high-agency mindset not only benefits you as a dental practice owner but also positively impacts your team and patients. As you lead with confidence and encourage ownership among your team members, you’ll witness enhanced team morale and performance, fostering a proactive and solution-oriented practice. By adopting this proactive approach, you can lead your practice with adaptability, innovation, and resilience, even in changing times.
In this episode, I discuss why you must avoid the blame culture in our industry.
- So if you want to enjoy Have-it-All Prosperity…
- If you are ready to abandon any reliance on external validation…
- If you want to utilize the 12 tools of a High Agency Dental Practice Owner so you can have your best year every year…
Tune in now!
Listen in and find solutions to common practice issues at Prescriptions for Your Practice.
Attention single-location dental practice owners who want to build a high-performance team so that you can take more time off while enjoying elevating profits: Learn about Dental Practice 3.0 and the new Dentists Ascend Mastermind
Key Quotes:
- “High agency is the belief that dental practice owners have the power to act and affect change in their circumstances, irrespective of external conditions. It’s a proactive mindset revolving around resilience and personal responsibility.”
- “Lack of agency can lead to stagnation in personal growth, external blame culture, and over-reliance on external validation. These hinder practice owner confidence and growth potential.”
- “High agency dentists display an internal locus of control, seeing themselves as active shapers of their destiny, not passive recipients of fate. They exhibit visionary thinking, perseverance, empathy, and leadership.”
- “Dentists can cultivate high agency by enhancing self-awareness, setting clear goals, fostering a growth mindset, taking responsibility for actions, being proactive, and learning from failures.”
- “As high agency leads to more opportunities, it becomes essential to set boundaries and prioritize commitments aligned with one’s goals. Saying no to distractions is crucial for continued growth.”
Featured on the Show:
- People: Howard D. Schultz, is an American businessman and author who served as the chairman and chief executive officer of Starbucks.
- I appreciate your feedback. Let me know what you learned and loved here: [email protected].
by [email protected] | Jul 26, 2023 | Prescriptions for your Practice
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We often find ourselves facing a common challenge – the Illusion of Tomorrow. We tell ourselves that tomorrow will be the perfect day to tackle important tasks, implement changes, and embrace new opportunities. But why do we keep clinging to tomorrow?
Let’s delve deep into the psychology behind our actions and discover how to break free from this illusion. We’ll explore the factors that hold us back, from optimism bias to the avoidance of discomfort, and how they impact our decisions as dental practice owners.
In this episode, I discuss why you won’t have more time, discipline, and willpower tomorrow.
- So if you want to know what to do when your dental career path stops making sense…
- If you want to hear Steve Jobs’ best career advice, and…
- If you want to be more purposeful so you can make dentistry more prosperous and fulfilling…
Tune in now! Not tomorrow.
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Attention single-location dental practice owners who want to build a high-performance team so that you can take more time off while enjoying elevating profits: Learn about Dental Practice 3.0 and the new Dentists Ascend Mastermind
Key Quotes:
- “What we fear doing most is usually what we most need to do… I started to use that quote as my guidance system. Wherever I was feeling significant fear, significant resistance, I would try and put it to the top of my priority list and just step into that fear.”
- “The reality is that you’re not gonna suddenly have more time, discipline, or willpower. So it’s best to stop living in the illusion of tomorrow.”
- “I think back and if I wouldn’t have had that one moment of strength… I really don’t know where I’d be right now. It’d be a different world.”
- “You can’t connect the dots looking forward. You can only connect them by looking backward… You have to trust that the dots will somehow connect in your future.”
- “There have been many times on this journey where it made absolutely no sense to me… but when I look in the rearview mirror, it’s amazing how the dots connect and have led to an absolutely incredible life.”
Featured on the Show:
- People: Barbara Corcoran, is an American businesswoman, investor, syndicated columnist, and one of the “Sharks” on ABC’s hit TV show, SHARK TANK.
- People: Tim Ferriss is an American entrepreneur, author, and social media personality.
- People: Julien Smith, author of the book The Flinch, a free book about facing your fear.
- People: Gary Vaynerchuk, author of the book Crush It! Why NOW Is the Time to Cash In on Your Passion.
- People: Michael Gerber, author of the book The E-Myth Revisited: Why Most Small Businesses Don’t Work and What to Do About It.
- People: John Lee Dumas, is the founder & host of Entrepreneurs on Fire.
- People: Dr. Howard Farran, the founder, and owner of Dentaltown.com and Dentaltown magazine.
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by [email protected] | Jul 19, 2023 | Prescriptions for your Practice
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Does your dental team consider creating case acceptance as their professional obligation?
It costs patients more time, money, and discomfort to delay treatment. However, some patients may not immediately perceive the urgency or importance of addressing dental issues. Your team must understand the beliefs and barriers that prevent patients from saying “yes” to treatment recommendations.
Let’s delve into the topic of case acceptance barriers and provide strategies for overcoming them. By understanding and effectively addressing these barriers, your practice can enhance case acceptance rates and foster stronger patient relationships.
In this episode, I discuss the top 10 reasons dental patients don’t move forward with your treatment recommendations.
- So if you want to create an elegant case acceptance pathway…
- If you want to avoid generating animosity and buyer’s remorse in your dental patients…
- If you want to know why it’s better to anticipate and avoid objections than address them so you can create a slam dunk case acceptance machine…
Tune in now!
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Key Quotes:
- “If dentists and their teams don’t understand why patients object to a proposed treatment, it can lead to a variety of problems.”
- “When patients feel that their concerns and objections are not being heard or understood or anticipated, it’s going to lead to dissatisfaction with the dental experience.”
- “When patients feel heard, when they feel understood, when you get them and their objections are properly addressed, it leads to higher levels of patient satisfaction.”
- “Addressing patient objections demonstrates a commitment to patient-centered care and fosters trust between the dentists and their patients.”
- “Most objections are gonna show up as a question, but you have to recognize that there’s a belief behind that objection.”
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by [email protected] | Jul 12, 2023 | Prescriptions for your Practice
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Have you experienced the detrimental impact of an employee who brings negativity, disrupts team harmony, and creates a nightmare work environment? Is there currently someone on your team who fits this description? Their attitude, lack of collaboration, and inability to find solutions can infect your practice’s culture like a disease.
In this podcast, I will share valuable insights and strategies on how to identify and tackle these cultural challenges. From communication breakdowns and increased conflict to high turnover rates and employee dissatisfaction, we explore the signs and symptoms to watch out for. We will also delve into the stages of cultural deterioration and provide actionable steps to prevent and overcome these challenges.
In this episode, I discuss the massive problems associated with unaddressed team and culture issues.
- So if you want to promote employee satisfaction, engagement, productivity, and ultimately, better patient care…
- If you want to avoid destructive employee accusations and litigation…
- If you want to prevent a toxic environment and culture crisis so you can attract the best talent around…
Tune in now!
Don’t let a toxic work environment derail your practice. Take control and transform your team dynamics for the better.
Listen in and find solutions to common practice issues at Prescriptions for Your Practice.
Attention single-location dental practice owners who want to build a high-performance team so that you can take more time off while enjoying elevating profits: Learn about Dental Practice 3.0 and the new Dentists Ascend Mastermind
Key Quotes:
- “The best way to maneuver your business is to speak the truth, whether it’s very comfortable, very optimistic, or very uncomfortable.”
- “Negative cultures are gonna lead to low morale with your dental team and you. You’re gonna feel it more than anyone. If employees feel undervalued, disrespected, or unsupported by you or somebody on the team.”
- “When there are cultural issues and they go unaddressed, it’s gonna result in the breakdown of effective communication.”
- “The culture within a dental office can have a direct impact on the patient experience.”
- “A healthy dental office culture is gonna be characterized by open communication, trust, respect, collaboration, and a shared commitment to the practices, values, and goals.”
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by [email protected] | Jul 5, 2023 | Prescriptions for your Practice
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Happy 4th of July! As we celebrate Independence Day, it is an opportune time to reflect on the connection between owning a dental clinic and an individual’s self-worth.
Being the owner of a dental practice brings a deep sense of liberation both professionally and personally. It empowers you to set the standards of care, select the procedures that ignite your passion, and craft a distinctive patient experience that reflects your values. This high degree of professional independence elevates your self-worth by showcasing your expertise and enabling you to mold your practice in alignment with your purpose.
As we embark on the second half of 2023, let’s embrace the freedom that comes with ownership and let it strengthen your self-worth on this remarkable journey.
In this episode, I discuss why dentists don’t rise to what they believe is possible.
- So if you want to understand the connection between self-confidence & self-worth and how that impacts your dental practice…
- If you want to know why fulfillment is so elusive for dentists…
- If you want to appreciate what’s rare is valuable so you can lead and succeed like the best…
Tune in now!
Listen in and find solutions to common practice issues at Prescriptions for Your Practice.
Attention single-location dental practice owners who want to build a high-performance team so that you can take more time off while enjoying elevating profits: Learn about Dental Practice 3.0 and the new Dentists Ascend Mastermind
Key Quotes:
- “Dentists typically measure their self-worth according to external factors like appearance, financial success, and career achievements, but this can lead to a skewed perception of self and limited view of true value.”
- “Low self-worth can destroy a career and life, leading to self-doubt, feelings of inadequacy, decreased patient care quality, and a lack of motivation for professional growth.”
- “Self-worth forms the foundation of our identity and influences our thoughts, emotions, and actions, shaping our perception of deservingness and significance as individuals.”
- “Confidence in leadership is essential for dental practice owners to effectively lead their teams and establish trust and respect.”
- “Appreciating your skills and talents as a dentist is important for self-worth, understanding that they positively contribute to the people you serve.”
- “Maintaining a growth mindset allows dentists to view mistakes as learning opportunities rather than blows to self-worth.”
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