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Consulting vs. Coaching: Which Does Your Practice Need?

Dental Drill Bits with Sandy Pardue and Dana Salisbury

Release Date: 08/14/2024

[REPLAY] Job Descriptions Might Be Costing You Great Hires

Dental Drill Bits with Sandy Pardue and Dana Salisbury

Episode Summary: In this episode of Dental Drill Bits, Sandy Pardue and Dana Salisbury explore the often-overlooked power of a well-crafted job description. They explain why generic or outdated descriptions can set your practice up for failure—creating confusion, legal risk, and missed hiring opportunities. You’ll learn what must be included, how to stay compliant, and why being transparent about your expectations (including physical demands and performance metrics) is key to attracting the right candidates. If you're serious about improving your hiring process and retaining top...

[REPLAY] Marketing Your Practice to Top Talent

Dental Drill Bits with Sandy Pardue and Dana Salisbury

Episode Summary: In this episode of Dental Drill Bits, Sandy Pardue and Dana Pardue tackle one of the most underestimated tools in the hiring process—your job ad. They explain why hiring should be treated like a marketing campaign and how your job postings either attract or repel the very people you are trying to hire. From crafting compelling headlines and utilizing creative job titles to understanding hiring psychology, Sandy and Dana share strategies to elevate your job ads and recruit with intention. They also explore the power of nontraditional hiring sources and...

[REPLAY] Marketing Can't Save You From a Bad Phone Call

Dental Drill Bits with Sandy Pardue and Dana Salisbury

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[Replay] Wasted Time, Open Time, and Maximizing Your Schedule

Dental Drill Bits with Sandy Pardue and Dana Salisbury

Episode Title: Wasted Time, Open Time, and Maximizing Your Schedule Episode Description: Welcome to another exciting episode of Dental Drill Bits! This week, Sandy Pardue is joined by a very special guest—Dana Pardue, the original co-host and HR business professional. Together, they kick off the new season with a deep dive into one of the most critical topics for dental practices: managing open time in your schedule. Discover actionable tips to identify, track, and eliminate wasted time in your practice. Whether you're dealing with broken appointments, patient no-shows, or...

Dental Christmas Parties of Christmas Past

Dental Drill Bits with Sandy Pardue and Dana Salisbury

In this festive episode, Dana and Sandy unwrap the unforgettable world of dental office Christmas parties — the good, the chaotic, and the “HR-will-hear-about-this” kind of moments. From table fires to haunted hotels, over-served team members, questionable Ubers, party buses, shopping sprees, and meaningful low-budget celebrations, they share what makes a holiday party truly memorable while keeping your practice safe, appreciated, and drama-free. Whether you’re planning a simple potluck or an all-out evening event, this episode gives you the ideas, warnings, and best practices to make...

Annual Planning Power Moves: How to Build a Stronger Practice in 2026

Dental Drill Bits with Sandy Pardue and Dana Salisbury

Episode Summary In this strategic and energizing episode of Dental Drill Bits, Dana and Sandy unpack one of the most overlooked drivers of practice stability and growth, your annual planning session. Together, they walk through the questions, metrics, team conversations, and leadership decisions that set the tone for a productive, organized, and profitable new year. Sandy shares her trusted framework for evaluating practice performance, identifying bottlenecks, and turning missed opportunities into measurable goals. Dana breaks down how to communicate the importance of an annual planning...

Why Some Dentists Love Dentistry (and Others Can’t Wait to Leave)

Dental Drill Bits with Sandy Pardue and Dana Salisbury

In this eye-opening episode of Dental Drill Bits, Dana and Sandy Pardue tackle a topic few talk about openly — why some dentists genuinely love their profession while others can’t wait to get out. Drawing from Sandy’s experience consulting with over 600 dental practices, they reveal the defining difference: the dentists who thrive understand business and leadership, not just clinical care. Together, they unpack why mastering people skills, systems, and practice management can transform dentistry from stressful to deeply fulfilling. From learning how to manage money and motivate your...

Breaking Down Walls: Communicating Without Conflict

Dental Drill Bits with Sandy Pardue and Dana Salisbury

In this episode of Dental Drill Bits, Dana and Sandy dive into one of the most challenging scenarios in any dental practice—when a team member refuses a task that’s part of their role. Inspired by a real Dentaltown post, Sandy breaks down what’s really behind these moments, from unclear expectations and lack of training to blurred lines of authority. She shares how leaders can respond calmly, communicate clearly, and reset accountability without damaging trust. Dana adds perspective on balancing empathy and authority, and how understanding communication styles can help prevent tension...

The Pulse of the Practice: Balancing Team Energy and Measurable Success

Dental Drill Bits with Sandy Pardue and Dana Salisbury

In this episode of Dental Drill Bits, Dana and Sandy discuss the importance of measuring team energy and performance metrics in dental practices. They emphasize that while patient care is paramount, tracking statistics can enhance care quality and team morale. The conversation explores the concept of buy-in from team members, the significance of accountability, and how metrics can serve as tools for improvement rather than judgment. The episode concludes with actionable steps for practices to foster a positive culture through measurement and celebration of achievements. takeaways Your team's...

When Negativity Spreads: How Complaining About Patients Hurts Your Practice Culture

Dental Drill Bits with Sandy Pardue and Dana Salisbury

💡 Episode Summary: In this week’s episode of Dental Drill Bits, Dana Pardue and Sandy Pardue tackle a topic every dental team faces but rarely talks about — complaining about patients. What starts as harmless venting can quietly poison your team’s morale and even drive productivity down. Dana and Sandy unpack how negativity spreads through emotional contagion, why gossip never stops at patients, and how leaders can recognize when venting has crossed into toxicity. Sandy shares real-world examples from decades in consulting — from Dentaltown discussions to lessons learned working...

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Are you unsure about how consulting might help your dental practice? In this episode, Michael and Sandy dive deep into the transformative power of consulting versus coaching in the dental world. They clarify that while coaching hones the personal development of your team, consulting zeros in on your business's heartbeat—its systems, organization, and overall operational efficiency. From reducing stress to improving overall practice productivity, they paint a vivid picture of how the right consultant can turn a chaotic office into a well-oiled machine.

Sandy shares invaluable tips on choosing the right consultant, stressing the importance of experience, and steering clear of advice from inexperienced sources or online hearsay. They candidly discuss common challenges and misconceptions team members have about consulting, and provide practical advice for seamlessly introducing a consultant to your team. By the end of this episode, you’ll understand how consultants can provide ongoing support well beyond mere initial implementation, and why viewing them as temporary "training wheels" can eventually lead your practice to smooth, independent operation. Don't forget to check out Classic Practice Resources and join the conversation in the Dental Gumbo Facebook group!

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

The crucial differences between consulting and coaching for dental practices.
How consultants can help improve systems, organization, and reduce practitioner stress.
Why experience is key when selecting a consultant and red flags to watch for.
Common team challenges and misconceptions about working with consultants.
Tangible benefits of consulting, like increased productivity and better team training.
Practical tips for effectively introducing a consultant to your team.
Insights into Classic Practice Resources’ approach to consulting, including ongoing support.

Ready to transform your practice with an effective consultant? Tune in to get all the details!

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