In the business world where the opportunities for growth are unlimited, it’s important to remember that personal growth is just as crucial. I spend a good amount of time searching for opportunities to challenge the way I think and expose myself to new ideas. I thought I would take a moment to share with you a simplified approach I picked up from Trent Shelton.

Feedback is a gift, and it’s important to allow your organization to be open to that gift. Here are 3 steps dental practices can take to get the most of patient feedback. Step #1: Determine the Method of Collecting Feedback

In this episode of The Strategic Thinker, Drs. John Meis and Jason Howell map out the important priorities when onboarding new team members. Onboarding is a process that is often neglected in dental offices, but it’s crucial to the success of new hires. Without proper onboarding, productivity suffers, the patient experience can be affected, and turnover can quickly worsen. Watch this week’s episode to learn a simple system to create a great experience every time you hire someone new. ‍

Does it ever seem like for every goal you achieve an additional two or three goals are added to your list? The next thing you know your goal list begins to grow and have a life of its own. It seems impossible to make meaningful progress. There’s a great book called "Measure What Matters" by John Doerr. In the book, he introduces a goal-setting system called OKRs.

In this week’s episode of The Strategic Thinker, Dr. John Meis and Drew Schaefer talk about how to navigate hiring decisions in your group dental practice in today’s climate. Even in a tight labor market, it’s possible to fill positions and grow your team with talented people. Watch this week’s episode to learn what to prioritize and how to handle difficult hiring and practice management decisions.