Your team is the best! They keep your practice movin’ and groovin’ each and every day, and they’re a big part of the reason your patients keep coming back. You’ve told them how much you appreciate them; now, during Dental Hygienists Week, it’s time to show them.
While it’s easy to give a gift card or pick up the tab for lunch, there’s a better way to let your team know how much they mean to you. This year, make your message more personal! A handwritten note, practical gift, or thoughtful gesture acknowledges the hygienist, not just the great job they do.
When people feel seen and valued, they tend to stick around—and we all know that tenure the a hallmark of a profitable practice. Remember: a small gesture goes a long way when you take the time to personalize it.
“I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” – Maya Angelou
As we celebrate Dental Hygienists Week during the second week of April, take time to acknowledge your team not just for what they do, but for who they are!
Kirk Behrendt is a renowned consultant and speaker in the dental industry, known for his expertise in helping dentists create better practices and better lives. With over 30 years of experience in the field, Kirk has dedicated his professional life to optimizing the best systems and practices in dentistry. Kirk has been a featured speaker at every major dental meeting in the United States. His company, ACT Dental, has consistently been ranked as one of the top dental consultants in Dentistry Today's annual rankings for the past 10 years. In addition, ACT Dental was named one of the fastest-growing companies in the United States by Inc Magazine, appearing on their Inc 5000 list. Kirk's motivational skills are widely recognized in the dental industry. Dr. Peter Dawson of The Dawson Academy has referred to Kirk as "THE best motivator I have ever heard." Kirk has also assembled a trusted team of advisor experts who work with dentists to customize individual solutions that meet their unique needs. When he's not motivating dentists and their teams, Kirk enjoys coaching his children's sports teams and spending time with his amazing wife, Sarah, and their four children, Kinzie, Lily, Zoe, and Bo.
