Vacation-Proofing Your Team

Vacation-Proofing Your Team



Episode Description
Taking time off as a dental professional shouldn't leave you
stressed out or worried about what's happening back at the
office. In this episode of Dental Drill Bits, Sandy and Dana
break down how to set your team up for success before you
leave—so you can truly unplug.


They cover real-world strategies to vacation-proof your practice,
from setting department-specific goals to sending advance memos,
and even encouraging team members to take ownership of their
responsibilities. Plus, they tackle the big one: why showing
trust in your team matters more than you might realize.


If you’ve been nervous about stepping away—or if your last
vacation didn’t go as smoothly as you hoped—this episode will
give you the tools and mindset shifts you need to set your team
(and yourself) up for a win.


In This Episode You’ll Learn:




Why setting department-specific goals boosts accountability
while you're away




The simple but powerful memo every practice owner or manager
should send before leaving




How inviting your team to list their self-made
responsibilities builds ownership




The critical importance of showing trust (and not policing
the clock)




How strong leadership before vacation leads to stronger team
dynamics year-round




Why handling your time off well is a leadership skill worth
mastering




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