Team Management: Page 10

Taking the pain out of switching hats between clinician, CEO
By Lynne Leggett
If you struggle between switching from clinician to business owner throughout the day, dental consultant Lynne Leggett of Victory Dental Management shares some tips to help you painlessly "switch hats."
December 11, 2019
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Do you have employees or a team working with you?
By Lynne Leggett
Having employees working for you is totally different than having a team working with you, notes dental consultant Lynne Leggett of Victory Dental Management. By taking care of your team members and putting them first, they will take care of you and the patients you serve, she writes.
November 11, 2019
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Why bonus plans may not be the best way to reward employees
By Sally McKenzie
The financial perks bonuses offer are supposed to encourage employees to improve their performance and contribute to practice success, but the reality is that bonus plans may have the opposite effect. Practice management consultant Sally McKenzie explains why bonuses are not the best way to reward your team.
November 6, 2019
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Don't make these 3 mistakes when hiring an office manager
By Sally McKenzie
One key component in a practice's success is having a qualified office manager. But what do you do if your present office manager leaves or your practice has grown to where you need to hire one? Practice management consultant Sally McKenzie offers practice advice to help you avoid three common mistakes.
August 5, 2019
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Do's and don'ts for practice communication: Promote effective communication
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
As the practice leader, you are responsible for keeping team members informed and inspired, notes Dr. Roger P. Levin in his latest Practice Success tip. Outline the day's schedule in the morning meeting, frequently thank and compliment staff, or give encouragement when challenges arise, he advises. Just make sure that every interaction is clear and positive.
April 14, 2019
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5 things you should know about leadership
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
Do you know what it takes to be a great leader? Having a solid understanding of leadership can help you better guide and motivate your team, Dr. Roger P. Levin notes in his latest column. He details five components of leadership to help you improve in your role as a practice leader.
February 13, 2019
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Do's and don'ts for practice leadership: Become a better leader
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
Efficiency, productivity, and communication are all reflections of your leadership skills. A mismanaged practice is a stressful place to work, but dentists who work to improve their leadership skills can measurably reduce the stress in their practices, Dr. Roger P. Levin advises in his latest Practice Success tip.
April 1, 2018
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Do's and don'ts for a strong finish: Keep focused
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
As we approach the end of the year, the distractions multiply. The holidays will soon be here and that means family gatherings, preparations, shopping, travel, etc. Without strong leadership, your practice could limp to the finish line. Use morning meetings and encouragement throughout the day to build momentum, so your practice can finish the year strong, advises Dr. Roger P. Levin.
November 12, 2017
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Do's and don'ts for employee motivation: Recognition matters
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
When was the last time you complimented someone on your team? Was it last week, last month, last year -- or can you even remember? Hopefully, it was recently because team members thrive in an atmosphere where their efforts are recognized and appreciated, notes Dr. Roger P. Levin in his latest Practice Success tip.
August 9, 2017
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7 tips on what to do when it's time to fire an employee
By Sally McKenzie
Coming to the decision to fire an employee is never easy, but, unfortunately, keeping an employee who is underperforming or has a toxic attitude will do nothing but damage your practice, writes practice management consultant Sally McKenzie. She offers seven tips to help handle these difficult situations.
March 8, 2017
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The 3 benefits your employees want more than a raise
By Sally McKenzie
Salary is important when it comes to attracting and keeping team members to your practice. However, as practice management consultant Sally McKenzie writes, the three core benefits you offer might be just as important to them.
January 16, 2017
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Do's and don'ts for practice leadership: Become a more decisive leader
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
Decisiveness is an admired leadership trait. It doesn't mean that the CEO makes better decisions. It simply means that he or she makes them more quickly -- without endless deliberation or hesitation. In his latest Practice Success tip, Dr. Roger P. Levin shares how you can become a more decisive leader.
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