“Why can’t I find great people for my team”!?
Dental Drill Bits with Sandy Pardue
Release Date: 01/19/2023
Should My Hygienist Clock Out When They Have Free Time?
Dental Drill Bits with Sandy Pardue
Sponsors: For modern dental practices, membership plans are the way forward — but not just any plan will do. Look ahead with the platform that puts you in control, effortlessly. Mention Dental Drill Bits for 60 days FREE! In this week's episode of Dental Drill Bits, we're diving deeply into a dilemma most dental practices grapple with - "Should my hygienist clock out when they have free time?" An empty dental chair is definitely the stuff of nightmares for a dental practice. With a keen focus on this issue, we aim to provide a fresh perspective on handling unpredictable schedule gaps...
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Standing Out in the Dental Crowd: The 3 Must-Have Steps for Online Visibility
Dental Drill Bits with Sandy Pardue
Sponsors: Do you need a new website or marketing agency? Mention this podcast episode for Docsites' special Black Friday offer during the month of November, 2023! Welcome back to Dental Drill Bits! This week, we're thrilled to have Ali from our sponsors, Docsites, back on the show. Ali dives deep into the three essential steps for successful online marketing campaigns tailored specifically for your dental practice. We tackle the challenges of getting discovered by potential patients, exploring strategies to increase visibility and attract more eyeballs to your practice. Discover how...
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Office Party or Cash Bonus? Discover What Your Team Really Wants
Dental Drill Bits with Sandy Pardue
Sponsors: For modern dental practices, membership plans are the way forward — but not just any plan will do. Look ahead with the platform that puts you in control, effortlessly. Mention Dental Drill Bits for 60 days FREE! Do you need a new website or marketing agency? Check out what Docsites can do for you: Welcome to this week's episode of Dental Drill Bits! In the dental world, striking the right chord with your team's appreciation can be a delicate dance. This episode dives into the eternal office debate: should you throw an epic office party or dish out those coveted cash...
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Membership Matters: Empowering Your Dental Practice with Plan Forward
Dental Drill Bits with Sandy Pardue
Sponsors: For modern dental practices, membership plans are the way forward — but not just any plan will do. Look ahead with the platform that puts you in control, effortlessly. Mention Dental Drill Bits for 60 days FREE! Welcome to this week's episode of Dental Drill Bits, where we're diving into the ins and outs of starting a membership plan for your dental practice with the brilliant Megan Lohman, founder and co-CEO of our sponsor, Plan Forward. We'll uncover the essential role of robust membership plan software in streamlining your front office operations and eliminating...
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The 3 R's for Practice Management Part 3: Reactivation
Dental Drill Bits with Sandy Pardue
Sponsors: Do you need a new website or marketing agency? Check out what Docsites can do for you: Get ready for this week's episode of Dental Drill Bits, the third installment of our "The 3 R's for Practice Management" series! This week, we're finishing out strong with the critical "reactivation" aspect of your practice. We'll explore the delicate balance between automation and the personal touch of sending physical cards to your patients. You'll learn how to kickstart a reactivation project and when the best time is to begin. We'll also share tips on securing the most up-to-date...
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The 3 R's for Practice Management Part 2: Recall
Dental Drill Bits with Sandy Pardue
Sponsors: Do you need a new website or marketing agency? Check out what Docsites can do for you: Welcome back to Dental Drill Bits! In this week's episode, the second installment of our "The 3 R's for Practice Management" series, we're diving deep into the crucial "recall process" in your dental practice. Without a solid recall process, there's a good chance your patients won't return on their own. We'll explore the fact that only 39.85% of people make it to the dentist every year, putting the responsibility on us to bring them back for those essential appointments. We reveal how a...
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The 3 R's for Practice Management Part 1: Retention
Dental Drill Bits with Sandy Pardue
Sponsors: Do you need a new website or marketing agency? Check out what Docsites can do for you: In this week's episode of Dental Drill Bits, we're kicking off our exciting three-part series on "The 3 R's for Practice Management," with the spotlight on "retention" in your dental practice. We cover the crucial aspects of patient retention, including the art of gathering REAL numbers on your patient retention rates, uncovering why 68% of people leave service-based businesses, and how to pinpoint your unique motivators to keep patients coming back for more. We also explore the powerful...
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Most Common Mistakes & How to Create a Trustworthy Website That Actually Converts
Dental Drill Bits with Sandy Pardue
Sponsors: Do you need a new website or marketing agency? Check out what Docsites can do for you: Get ready for this week's Dental Drill Bits episode as we delve deep into the world of crafting a trustworthy dental website that actually converts! Our special guest, Ali, an expert from our sponsor: Docsites, joins us to explore the most common mistakes and strategies for website success. Discover the top elements to feature on your website to attract both patients and exceptional team members. Learn the art of creating a personal walk-through video on a budget (Hint: you can even turn...
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Everything You Need to Know About Hiring an Office Manager
Dental Drill Bits with Sandy Pardue
Sponsors: Do you need a new website or marketing agency? Check out what Docsites can do for you: In this week's episode of Dental Drill Bits, we're delving deep into the critical topic of hiring an office manager for your dental practice. We'll break down the specific job duties of an office manager, helping you determine whether you truly need one or if team leaders are the next step for your practice. Tune in to discover essential tips on clearing up communication with your team members to ensure a seamless transition when bringing in an office manager. We'll also explore the...
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Use It or Lose It: Your Fall Insurance Letter
Dental Drill Bits with Sandy Pardue
Join the Dental Gumbo group! Sponsors: Do you need a new website or marketing agency? Check out what Docsites can do for you: Welcome to this week's episode of Dental Drill Bits! In this episode, we're diving deep into the fall season and the critical task of sending out "use it or lose it" letters to your patients with unscheduled treatment. We'll discuss the nuances between patients with unused insurance benefits and those without insurance, offering tailored strategies for both. Can you believe that some practices are sitting on 1.2 million dollars JUST in unscheduled treatment?...
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You need to have protocols in place and systems in order to find someone GREAT for your team and it starts with your reputation. That’s step one in the system, what are your employees and ex-employees saying about you? Your reputation is where it starts for easing the workflow of hiring.
The second step in your system is to make sure that the people on your team know this one rule: anytime that someone calls asking about a position available, get their name, number, email, and resume immediately.
Sandy expands much more on these first two and gives you more precise steps in this system to ensure you will always find and have great people as you grow your practice.