How to prepare in the final days before your startup opening | A Podcast Series Ep. 09

In this episode, we discuss the final preparations before opening a dental practice. Stacey Peters of Ideal Practices, discusses the importance of a dress rehearsal. A dress rehearsal is where the team practices the patient experience and identifies any challenges or areas for improvement. They also emphasize the need for flexibility and the ability to make decisions on the fly when dealing with unpredictable children. Dan shares his learnings from the dress rehearsal, including the importance of delegation and prioritizing his role as a dentist. 

Takeaways

• A dress rehearsal is crucial before opening a dental practice to practice the patient experience and identify any challenges or areas for improvement.
• Learning and mastering the practice management software is essential before opening to ensure smooth operations.
• Common blind spots in startup practices include not having a clear vision and not investing enough time in training.
• Creating an amazing first impression for patients is crucial, as it sets the tone for their experience at the practice.
• Flexibility and the ability to make decisions on the fly are crucial when working with children.
• Delegation is important for practice owners to avoid feeling overwhelmed and to empower their team members.
• Prioritizing one's role as a dentist and finding a work-life balance is essential for long-term success.
• Practice ownership can be an emotional rollercoaster, but forgiving oneself and staying true to the vision can help navigate the challenges.

Learn more about Dr. Dan Dinowitz here: https://www.voorheespediatricdentistry.com/

Learn more about how Ideal Practices helps dentists open their dream startup: https://idealpractices.com/ |

To learn more about Crimson Media Dental Marketing and how we help dental startups grow through proven marketing strategies, click the link below: https://www.crimsonmediagroup.com/