What is the best way to start your dental practice on the road to growth and prosperity? As with any project, you’ll need to establish measurable goals, then create a plan to achieve them. In a dental practice, the team has a lot of impact on success. You’ll need to get your staff on board with your expectations if you’re going to succeed. According to Roger P. Levin of The Levin Group, "Dental schools do an excellent job of teaching the clinical skills necessary to practice dentistry, but those skills alone will not guarantee a successful practice." You know how to practice dentistry, but do you know how to make your business grow?
Here are a few tips to help you get started on a plan for growth in 2008:
~Not sure what your goals are? Check out this online goal setting exercise by Prof. Allen H. Schneiderman. It’s simple, but it can help you organize your thoughts and focus.
~After you know what goals you have in mind for your practice, work to get your team on board. Read this blog by dental practice administrator and assistant Linda Zdanowics to see how her office fosters teamwork for practice growth.
~If you don’t feel like you can dedicate time to getting a growth plan in place and making it happen, hire proven professional help. There are many reputable dental consultants in the US. For instance, Levin Group has an outstanding history in the business. Read this article by Roger Levin, then visit the company’s website.