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The first step
I'm quite often terrible at making a start on successful habits - I procrastinate. I came back from my week's holiday determined to...

Chris Barrow
Apr 27, 20221 min read
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Ukrainian dentist seeks work in the UK - can you help or refer?
I’m Ukrainian dentist. Alexandra(aka Sasha). Due to the war in Ukraine, I stayed in the UK. As a person of a working age and ability I’m...

Chris Barrow
Apr 26, 20222 min read
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Being the Boss is more stressful than ever. A guest post by Mark Topley
If the past two years have given us anything - it's been a boatload of pressure. If we’re not careful, that pressure can cause stress....

Chris Barrow
Apr 25, 20224 min read
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A riff before Easter
Surges, Shortages and Stress It's my last day in the office before a 10-day break and, given the rapidity with which events are unfolding...

Chris Barrow
Apr 14, 20222 min read
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Volunteers required to beta test a new mental health solution
I’m frequently contacted by people who have products and services of relevance to my clients. For over 25+ years I have maintained a...

Chris Barrow
Apr 13, 20221 min read
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The Dentistry on Purpose Podcast
Delighted to be a guest on this new dental podcast created by Mark Topley and Justin Leigh. Enjoy.

Chris Barrow
Apr 12, 20221 min read
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Staring you in the face
That you wages bill is going to increase by more than 33% this year - for the same team. To put it another way - that robust wages KPI of...

Chris Barrow
Apr 11, 20221 min read
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Fail to Plan , Plan to Fail! - a guest post by Lisa Bainham
If you are a practice with a Patient Plan or whether you are considering reducing your NHS commitment and introducing a plan for the...

Chris Barrow
Apr 8, 20223 min read
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Batten down the hatches
Prepare for trouble. This term originated in the navy, where it signified preparing for a storm by fastening down canvas over doorways...

Chris Barrow
Apr 7, 20221 min read
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Running a micro-corporate, one day at a time - an interview with Grant Watson
In this month's podcast, Ashley and I welcome Grant Watson, Director of Operations for Envisage Dental, a group of 20+ practices on a...

Chris Barrow
Apr 6, 20221 min read
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