113. Feed Your Associate First

When it comes to the owner and associate relationship, sometimes things can get a little uncomfortable. As the owner, how do you manage the associate that is growing and is being successful? There’s a natural hesitation in associates growing and doing more because what does that mean for you?  You can look at it in one of two ways. You can be threatened by it and refuse to give them the work they can handle. Or you can step aside and give them the opportunities to grow and level up. The latter means that you can focus on other things. You can focus on leveling yourself up, honing your craft, or working on the business.  In this episode, you’ll learn some of the different options you have as the owner or the associate and why feeding the associate first benefits everyone. Remember that if associates aren’t given the opportunities to grow, they’ll leave. There’s definitely a reality check in this episode, but it’s an important conversation to have. Show Notes:[01:53] - There’s a hesitancy in the owner and associate relationship.[03:28] - What are challenges to associates wanting to level up?[05:08] - You have options when this happens. You can focus on other things.[07:06] - There will be some fears that will come up in this situation but feed the associate first.[10:34] - Everyone’s timeline to success is different and shouldn’t be compared.[13:01] - If associates aren’t given the opportunity to grow, they’ll leave.[14:41] - The last thing that should be delegated away is new-patient hygiene checks.[18:11] - You might be letting dentistry walk out the door.[21:44] - It’s better to give associates the means to level up and replace them because they’re doing more advanced work. As always, thanks so much for listening! If you like the show, we would love for you to review the show on Apple Podcasts as well as spread the word! If you have any questions or want to get in touch, shoot me an email at [email protected]. Links and ResourcesRichard Sullivan, DDSPartner, Sullivan Dental PartnersCo-host/Founder of the Millennial Dentist Podcasthttp://www.millennialdentist.com www.drsullysullivan.com (615)574-8208 (615)373-1012  Visit Us On Social [email protected]  The Millennial Dentist Website @Millennialdentist on Facebook @MillennialDDS on Twitter Dr. Sully…@Millennialdentist on Instagram Dr. Peyman…@drpeyray on Instagram Dr. Sully’s website and blog