Do you ever hear that harsh inner voice telling you you’re not good enough, you’ve failed or you shouldn’t be a dentist? This blog explores how negative self-belief develops and shares six practical steps to help you challenge your inner critic, regain perspective and rebuild confidence.
You’ve discussed the treatment options, agreed the plan and obtained informed consent. But have you established how you and your patient are going to work together?
What if some of those patient red flags aren’t signs of a difficult patient, but warning signs of conversations that haven’t yet happened?
Discover how CONTRACTING, a principle borrowed from coaching and SUPER-vision, could transform patient relationships, reduce misunderstandings and help prevent problems before they begin.
Dentists invest years developing their clinical skills, but who supports the person behind the clinician? Discover how SUPER-vision differs from coaching, mentoring, training and therapy, and why reflective professional support could be the missing piece in helping dentists grow, thrive and deliver their best patient care.
Dentists invest years developing their clinical skills, but who looks after the person behind the clinician? Discover how SUPER-vision and the Seven-Eyed Model provide a supportive space for reflection, professional development and wellbeing, helping dentists become more confident, effective and fulfilled.
Are you feeling increasingly irritable, struggling to concentrate, finding it difficult to switch off, or simply sensing that something isn’t quite right? You may be experiencing the effects of ‘open loop fatigue’. Discover how unfinished tasks, unmade decisions and unresolved conversations can contribute to stress and overwhelm, and why understanding the underlying cause is the first step towards meaningful, lasting change.
A contract may say “self-employed”, but that does not necessarily settle your employment status. For associates, hygienists, therapists, principals and practice managers, understanding the difference between employee, worker and self-employed status is becoming increasingly important. Discover why what happens in practice can matter as much as what is written in the agreement, and the conversations both sides should have before signing.
Not sure which dental course you should do next? A simple Balance Wheel can help you reflect on your confidence, competence and future goals, identify what really matters, and turn your CPD into a Personal Development Plan that is genuinely personal
Your patients may ask for whitening, orthodontics or implants, but the treatment is rarely what they are really buying. Discover the emotional drivers behind treatment decisions, the six human needs that influence motivation, and why understanding what truly matters to your patients creates better conversations, stronger relationships and more confident decisions.
How often do you really listen to the words you use about yourself, your work and your life? Our habitual language quietly directs our attention, influences how we feel and shapes what we do next. This blog invites you to notice which end of the linguistic seesaw you spend most of your time on, and how small changes in language can create greater choice, confidence and possibility
Dentistry can leave us feeling energised and inspired, calm and content, or anxious, frustrated and exhausted. Discover the four emotional zones, understand what may be driving how you feel, and explore personalised thought and action strategies to help you move towards the emotional state you want instea