How Time Outs Supercharge Your Dental Practice
Feeling that March Madness at your practice? No, I’m not talking about the NCAA tournament—I’m talking about the springtime rush of appointments that can quickly turn up the tension for you and your team. Just like on the basketball court, you need a moment to regroup, refocus, and come back stronger than ever.
CALL A TIME OUT!
Whether you’re on offense, driving towards your goals, or playing defense against challenges, it's easy to get caught up in the fast-paced game of running a successful practice. But remember, even the most successful teams take moments to pause, strategize, and adjust their game-plan.
Blow the whistle and gather the team to talk strategy. Talk about what’s working and address any hurdles in front of you. This is your chance to gather energy, reignite momentum, and get back on a hot streak.
To get you in the champion mindset, here’s me doing my best Bill Walton impression.
Now get back out there and show some hustle!
Kirk Behrendt
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.
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