Creating a Life You Don't Need a Vacation From
I came across a meme on Instagram that said "Create a Life You Don't Need a Vacation From" and it resonated with me quite deeply. It made me reflect on my own life and ask some really deep questions: Am I living in my purpose? Do I love what I do? If I didn't get paid for my work, would I still enjoy it? Am I living my best life?
Spring Clean Your Finances
Spring is not only a great time to put away the winter clothes and deep clean the house. It is also a good time to check in on your finances. Remember those beginning of the year goals like saving more, meal prepping and going to the gym (which by now may have tapered off)? This time of year is great to spring clean your financial goals and set yourself up for success the rest of the year.
What to Do with a Signing Bonus
You've worked your butt off, passed all your board and licensing exams, graduated and landed your dream job. What could be better than landing your dream job and receiving a signing bonus also? According to a 2016 research publication by the National Association of Colleges and Employers, 52% of employers plan to offer signing bonuses to new graduates.
Social Media Blunders that Will Hurt a Young Doc's Career
Social media has become part of the every day life for most people. Whether it's Facebook, Instagram, twitter, LinkedIn or snapchat, it's where we communicate with friends, family, our potential patients/clients/customers and so we end up sharing a lot on these platforms. It's also where job recruiters, employers and, yes patients/clients/customers go to find you for whatever their reason. So, when does sharing become too much?
Get Your Finances In Order: The Basics
It's the start of a new year and with it comes the need to plan for the year ahead. This is the season for resolutions! So while you make your goals to lose weight, start that new diet, travel more and live your best life, one thing you should include is to become more fiscally responsible. It's time to get your finances in order.
Contracts: Questions To Ask Before Signing an Associate Agreement
Your first associate contract is a major milestone in your new career but it can be a pretty intimidating process. It is important to have a lawyer review your contract with you and there are some key questions to ask and keep in mind even before you hire one
What I Learned In My First Year of Being an Associate Doctor
Some of us go straight to owning our own practices straight out of residency, and others, for various reasons decide to embark on associateship before venturing into practice ownership. I am one of those "others." I decided to gain a few years of "experience" before taking the plunge into being the boss and just like with anything else I've learned some valuable lessons along the way.
The UnOrthoDoc's 2017 Holiday Gift Guide
It's the most wonderful time of the year! I love the holiday season and all it's festivities. The holidays mean family time, eating, shopping, gift giving and receiving, parades, holiday parties, cozying up in front of the fire place with hot chocolate in hand and staying in PJ's all day. It truly is magical!
The Benefits of Great Dental Photography
Photography is an invaluable, integral and necessary part of dentistry, especially Orthodontics. With the advent and widespread use of digital technology in our practices, imaging has become essential, much easier to incorporate and much more readily accessible.
Tech Talk: Practice Advancement
We are most certainly in the technological age and it seems to be moving at lightning speed. How do we keep up?! The dilemma a lot of us face in our practices is deciding on which technology is worth investing in or which would yield the best return on investment (ROI).
Apple Watch Integration In Your Practice
The Apple Watch has become very popular and surprisingly quite useful among healthcare providers, particularly dental offices. The apple watch and other smart watches offer doctors increased efficiency, an opportunity to potentially increase production, ergonomic benefits, and more.