There are three mysteries in scheduling that you must clear up immediately, because they can cost practices millions of dollars over the course of a career. The three scheduling mysteries …
Frost Warning
The other morning, I discovered frost on my windshield when I went out to drive to the office. I thought the wipers would scrape it off, but no such luck. Maybe, if I turned the defroster on full …
The Power of Checklists
Several years ago, a book by surgeon Atul Gawande shocked—and changed—the medical world. He said that a surgeon who performs thousands of operations without using a checklist will eventually kill …
Thinking About Owning Multiple Practices?
In our work with hundreds of dentists and specialists, Levin Group has noted a trend. Many of them are now upgrading the efficiency, productivity and profitability of their practice in preparation for …
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Three Things You Can Learn From Olympic Athletes
What do dentistry and Olympic competition have in common? There are many analogies to the business world in all sports, where winning depends on training, practice, competitiveness, discipline and a …
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Three Things About Financial Management
Financial management is a critical aspect of running your dental practice. The first thing to focus on is cash flow. Too many dentists simply go to the office, treat patients, pay the bills and see …
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New Game. New Rules.
Many dentists are attempting to play soccer on a football field. It doesn’t work. Dentistry is no longer what it was. The game has changed. There are new rules. And if you try to run your practice …
Three Things that May Threaten Your Future
There are new forces coming to bear on dentistry, and they’ll have a profound effect on the future for all of us who have dedicated our lives to this profession. First, according to the Levin Group …
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Four Reasons I Love Presenting Seminars
I love presenting seminars. For 31 years, I’ve had the opportunity to present 90-100 seminars, and it’s one of the most enjoyable aspects of my career. Every week, I have the pleasure of interacting …
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Doing Nothing… Not the Best Option
Dentistry faces a host of challenges, ranging from increased competition to declining insurance reimbursements to the lack of prospective staff members with the proper skillsets. Practices that learn …
Three Jazz Lessons for Dentists
I love music, especially jazz. Listening to jazz has taught me a few lessons about getting the most out of work… and life. Jazz Lesson #1 – Take Five, and Relax. Some jazz is totally relaxing. …
Three Reasons Why Systems Lead to Success
For more than 30 years, Levin Group has been dedicated to helping dentists achieve the success they deserve. It’s a subject we’ve mastered, and we know it’s all about systems. The step-by-step …
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