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Are You Monitoring Your Practice’s Vital Signs?

(by Sandy Baird, MBA ) Vital signs? Are you suggesting my dental practice has a heartbeat, blood pressure, temperature, and respiratory rate? Absolutely! As with the human body, if studied over time and compared to standards, these vital signs can alert you to weakened operating systems, work culture dysfunctions, threatening trends, and money leaks. Some practice monitors are obtainable from your software …

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Half of Your Dental Employees Are Looking to Work Elsewhere!

(by Sandy Baird, MBA ) According to Gallup Workplace’s May 2024 survey, 51% of US employees are actively seeking a new job. This statistic is especially worrisome in the dental industry due to an existing shortage of dental personnel, particularly dental assistants and hygienists. Applying these statistics means half of your dental team is applying to and interviewing for work …