Finding Your Philosophy
After about ten years in practice, I had “one of those days” when I sat down at the end of the day and
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I Am, Therefore I Think
Cogito, ergo sum is a philosophical proposition developed by René Descartes translated as “I think, therefore I am.” The proposition went
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The Link Between Positive Psychology and Dentistry
Positive psychology and dentistry are closely linked, especially for professionals who own their own practices. Human beings are all too
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It’s the Philosophy: Part 1
Fifteen years after graduating from dental school I was searching for answers. I barely knew what questions to ask because
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The Value of a Written a Philosophy Statement
When asked about The Pankey Philosophy, L.D. Pankey famously responded, “What do you mean when you ask me about The
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On Leading Others Effectively
Once you want to be a leader and you know yourself well enough, you’re ready to move on to helping
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Starting a Dental Practice From Scratch: Part 2
After building my dental practice from scratch, my work life began to get more and more intense. I knew I
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Starting a Dental Practice From Scratch: Part 1
Five years ago, I started a dental practice from scratch. Brand new building, brand new equipment, zero patients, and zero
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Know Your Work: Complex Clinical Skills
Clinical competence is a requirement of a successful practice. If people are going to seek you out rather than just
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Treatment Planning Your Dental PracticeTransition
What does it mean to treatment plan your transition? It’s all about thinking strategically when it comes to the future of
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4 Cornerstones of Successful Dentistry: Team & Growth
There are four cornerstones of dentistry that determine a balance essential for true success. In Part 1 of this series, I
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