A ‘no-contact’ business model has worked well for many industries…but not so much for dentistry.
My firm recently completed a survey of seasoned dental manufacturer reps throughout North America. The results revealed, reaching dentists while respecting social distancing practices is the #1 challenge, suppressing sales today.
By now you’ve noticed that getting back to ‘normal’ is taking a lot longer than most of us ever imagined. Yet, our lives and time march on.
I am excited to share a tool to better align daily actions with our personal and professional goals.
During the hectic holidays it’s hard to slow down to plan for the future. And making resolutions near the New Year just doesn’t ever seem to actually happen. And that is exactly why I waited until now to give you The Annual Growth Plan.
Research of more than 800 million Strava app users found the day most people give up on their New Year’s Resolution is January 19. (Strava calls it “Quitter’s Day.”)
Even if, two weeks into January, you too are second guessing your resolutions, I know you aren’t a quitter! You’ve accomplished too much to believe that!
Or maybe, in all the New Year action and activity, you haven’t slowed down to make a plan or create a resolution for 2021.
Human beings are teleologic…we are naturally wired to seek goal achievement…aspiration is in our DNA. And, when we fail to plan…yes, we plan to fail.
So, check out today’s podcast, it is first in a two-part mini training on creating a personal Growth Plan. It’s really good and will be easy to stick with because…it’s all about you doing YOU!
Listen in as I walk you through the exact process I personally use every year. The Annual Results Review is powerful and a valuable way to set your mind and your intention to create something bigger and better.
Next week, in Part 2, I’ll share a fantastic process for building a powerful personal Growth Plan.
Complete your Annual Results Review, so together we can create our best year, ever!
Before you listen in, download the FREE Annual Results Review Workbook to follow along.
The COVID crisis has negatively impacted the dental industry, including disruptions in the supply chain creating significant limitations of many popular products.
Supply shortages and back ordered products are not an uncommon sales dilemma. Yet, as more products become less available, representatives must prepare to navigate these difficult customer conversations to preserve their relationships and the business.
This podcast provides practical coaching on how to manage back order situations with confidence and poise (not sheepish apologies) and demonstrates how to add more customer value while satisfying immediate needs and expectations.
It’s been a rough few months. With little signs of improvement. We’ve waited for the scientists, politicians and medical providers to make it better, yet little has changed.
Something HAS to change.
I recently conducted a Web Workshop How to Make Anything Better at work or in your personal life. I’ll introduce you to a process that has been a game changer for myself and many of my clients.
Check it out…you’ll be glad you did.
The past few months have clearly illustrated how quickly life changes and the preciousness of health. You have way too much talent and yes, human potential to settle for mediocrity or unfulfilled dreams.
Check out Podcast #13 so I can encourage you to get a coach. To take a bold and beautiful step toward becoming a better version of yourself.
There are many ways to use a coach. Some ideas include:
| · Create better work life balance · Improve your golf swing · Stop overeating · Become more organized · Strengthen your marriage · Become a better manager · Learn to lead others · Elevate your confidence | · Boost your personal productivity · Stop overdrinking · Start exercising more · Learn to love eating clean · Discover the power of prioritizing · Become a better entrepreneur · Improve your communication skills · Learn to stop people pleasing |
If you’ve been chewing on an idea, or thinking about making some sort of change, major or minor…please listen to this podcast. It could be just the nudge; push or encouragement you’ve been waiting for.
People do business with people they know like and trust. And, dentists are no different. But, when customer relationships get stuck in the friends only zone, things feel awkward and sales slow.
As a sales rep, you approach every dental office leading with your style, charisma and expertise. All of this this good…really good. Yet, problems occur when receptionists, ordering assistants and office managers see you as a “friend” and not as a valued business advisor. They have other reps for that.
Knowing how to work your way out of the “friends without benefits zone” can be tricky. So, this podcast episode provides a practical approach on how to establish a friendly yet professional and productive relationship with the people and practices you support, serve and ultimately sell to.
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As a representative you have many opportunities to deliver value to dentists and their team by the level of support you provide. Doctors remain happy and loyal to a product, company and representatives they believe support their practice, patient and procedure goals. So, one of the best ways for you to reach your numbers and continue to grow your territory is to create new customers and keep the ones you have.
Given the pressure to reach sales targets, it’s easy to lead sales calls with product promotions, focus on sales and miss opportunities to serve and support. Yet, the most effective way to build credibility, trust and fierce customer loyalty is by becoming a trusted advisor. This podcast provides practical steps to help you do just that.
When productivity is down, it is common for managers to blame the weak skills of team members. But what if under-developed skills were not the problem?
Supervisors often assume their employees understand company goals and know how to reach them. Yet, Gallup research suggests, only half of workers said they ‘strongly agree’ they know what is expected of them at work. And, only 32 percent said their manager offers assistance setting performance goals.
How can team members achieve results if they don’t understand what is truly expected? One of the best ways managers can directly impact productivity is to ensure every team member is crystal clear on the mission as well as the tactical steps to get there. And, as you’d suspect, performance improvement comes down to clear concise communication.
I recommend, two practical management tactics that will help.
One-On-One Sessions. These are short (30 min) meetings held each week between manager and each team member. Many managers say this single change in routine has transformed their relationship with team members and done wonders to significantly improve performance.
Use a session format you find most productive; the magic lies in your consistency and candor. It will be helpful to take notes during each session to track action steps and commitments made. For your convenience, you are welcome to download a FREE copy of this helpful One-On-One Template.
Consider using this simple yet powerful format:
If you think your people are fine, happy, motivated and good to go on the job…. think again. Gallup reported that only 42% of workers say they are ‘satisfied’ on the job. This suggests a whopping 62% of your team may not be as passionate about work as you might think. And, in times of lagging results, communication is king.
Another way managers’ can positively impact performance are monthly Mentorship Meetings. These are similar to One-on-One’s but focus more on big picture skills, thoughts and daily activities that drive results.
As an effective leader, you must lean in when employees may be leaning out. Weekly One-On-One Sessions and monthly Mentorship Meetings are two practical tactics that will increase communication, strengthen your relationships and serve as powerful venues to positively impact performance.
Download the free template for conducting One-On-One Sessions HERE.
