november 2008 issue of jameson monthly
Recession-Proof Your Practice
You've heard all about the economic crunch. You may or may not be feeling it.
No matter what your current stress level or comfort level may be, in terms of the "recession", Cathy Jameson has authored the first few installments of what will be an original article series called Recession Resistant Practice that is extremely powerful.
Click here to link directly to them. Make sure to bookmark the section as it will be updated regularly. She has more than 25 titles planned for your practice improving inspirational reading!
Here's a sneak preview; an excerpt from the first article in the series.
..."How does professionalism relate to making your practice "Recession-Resistant?" There has never been a time when professionalism, care and attention to detail have been more important. Courtesy in each interaction with your patients may determine whether or not a person comes to you, stays with you, says 'yes' to treatment and refers to you.
In these changing economic times, it is imperative that each of you focuses on doing the best you can do-and that applies to each person on the team. Each person can make or break a relationship with a patient. Every patient is critical to the health and well-being of your practice. Each person-each patient-each encounter."
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Enlightened Leadership: An Event In Review
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The inaugural session of Enlightened Leadership brought together a host of dental professionals focused on improving themselves and their practices in the year ahead. Benchmarks of leadership were discussed including decision making, delegation, communication and problem solving. A topic that stirred great conversation and interest from the participants was the topic of motivation. Based on extensive research, Cathy shared the important point that "today's worker wants to do good work; be a part of recognizable and acknowledged improvement." The key word here is acknowledged. Appreciation is the supreme motivator. |
Ask yourself, what are you currently doing that shows appreciation to your team? Take time and make a list of the various ways you express appreciation within the practice. This can be everything from a "thank you" at the end of each day to an incentive bonus program. Then, take that list and ask your team to rank what motivates them from that list. Each member of the team will have different motivators, and as a leader, that is key for you to know and understand. That information will give you a great understanding toward leading more effectively. In addition, this knowledge can serve as a springboard as you head into 2009 with new goals in place and a more thorough comprehension of how each team member can be motivated to achieve the goals. Being an enlightened leader takes time, research and heart. Take this first step in your continuing leadership journey by appreciating the great team that surrounds you.
For more information about the next Enlightened Leadership event or something like it, click here or call 877.369.5558.
