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DPAS Regional Support Manager, Tracy Webb, explores why wellbeing should form a central plank of your business strategy. Wellbeing is often viewed as a ‘perk’ for staff, when in reality, it is an issue for the business. Looking after your team’s wellbeing is not an act of philanthropy, rather it makes sound business sense. Having… Read More
DPAS Regional Support Manager, Tracy Webb, highlights the benefits of a predictable income. Having a predictable income in a practice is something that’s been difficult to achieve over the past few years. Rising costs, recruitment challenges, supplier price increases and changing patient spending habits have all introduced uncertainty into the market. The problem with uncertainty… Read More
In this guest blog, Dental Business Coach, Ashley Latter, urges practitioners to ensure their charges are a true reflection of their own value. In an economy as challenging as our current one, it’s important to make sure that we are getting the maximum out of all aspects of the business. One way of doing this… Read More
As the private dental market becomes more competitive, clear and consistent communication is key. As well as being a payment method, your membership plan is a powerful driver of loyalty, predictable revenue and preventive care. Often the challenge is making sure patients see it, understand it and remember it across every touchpoint. That’s why DPAS… Read More
Motivating a team isn’t always straightforward. There are times when morale can dip, communication becomes patchy or performance feels variable in the practice of even the most committed manager or owner. However, effective leadership doesn’t need to be complicated or expensive as small, intentional changes can make a significant difference almost immediately. Here, Regional Support… Read More
“Hell is other people” – Jean-Paul Sarte Managing a team and dealing with the issues some of its members cause can be challenging. Here, Regional Support Manager, Joanne Phillpot, a former practice manager herself, suggests five ways to tackle staff who are causing you a headache. It’s obvious that teams are made up of individuals…. Read More
