Coaches Corner: Sucktember Prep

I'm sharing how I learned to navigate seasonal slow downs in practices. Shared Practices Coach Danielle Kramer and I talk about the common issue of slow patient flow in September and October (AKA Sucktember). Danielle talks about using this downtime for crucial office tasks like inventory management and team training. Danielle and I talk about: 00:00:00 - Introduction and Danielle's Unique Recording Setup 00:00:40 - Understanding the September Slowdown 00:01:31 - Danielle's Insights on Seasonal Slowdowns 00:02:26 - Richard's Personal Experience with Seasonal Dips 00:05:19 - Proactive Strategies for Retention and Reactivation 00:09:58 - Importance of Marketing Ahead of Slow Seasons 00:13:21 - Balancing Time Off and Office Productivity 00:18:39 - Creating Effective SOPs and Training Protocols 00:24:30 - Organizing Inventory and Office Maintenance 00:28:50 - Wrapping Up: Collaborative Planning for Success