“A dream written down with a date becomes a goal. A goal broken down into steps becomes a plan. A plan backed by action makes your dreams come true.”⁠ ⁠ ― Greg Reid ⁠ ⁠ The dentist cannot do it alone. You must assemble a winning team. Everyone loves to succeed! Motivate your team with …

In the midst of constant changes, many alumni and industry partners have consulted the experts at Stanley Institute to discuss next steps, both clinically and as small business owners. After 25 years in dentistry and more than a decade mentoring colleagues, Drs. Robert & Bobbi Stanley are perfectly positioned to offer guidance during these uncertain …

In the midst of uncertainty, we must collect our thoughts and continue to move forward as healthcare providers and team leaders.  In our previous webinar, we spoke with an employment attorney (link to webinar). Now, we are faced with navigating this evolving landscape. Drs. Robert & Bobbi Stanley have been in dentistry and small business …

As small business owners, we are faced with financial decisions on a regular basis. Now, more than ever, it is important to take action on some strong financial decisions. If you have bank loans, outstanding bills, credit card balances, etc., you need to put together a 6 –12 month action plan.  Analyze current obligations The …

At this point, everyone is familiar with the following statement from the American Dental Association (ADA) about dentists and their suggested precautions in the face of the global pandemic of COVID-19 and Coronavirus. The American Dental Association (ADA) recognizes the unprecedented and extraordinary circumstances dentists and all health care professionals face related to growing concern …

Stanley Institute is pleased to announce that Dr. Robert Stanley has earned Fellow status with the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD).  Obtaining this accolade places Dr. Stanley in an elite group of dentists that have earned AGD Fellowship. The honor recognizes dentists committed to oral healthcare that goes above and beyond. AGD was founded in …

Q: Where is best place to bury a dead body? A: Page 2 of Google. That’s right, it is literally page 1 or bust when it comes to Search Engine Optimization (SEO). But, what is that secret sauce that makes you stand out from the other dozen dentists in your town—at least online? In the …

In this modern age of dentistry, you are a business owner that offers the service of dentistry. Statistics show that as many as 88% of consumers trust online reviews as much as personal recommendations. Therefore, you are subject to the same applause and objections as the hamburger joint down the street. Here are some time-tested tactics for …

On Friday, July 13 Dr. Bobbi Stanley presented a course on Small Business Ownership for Dentists to clinicians from across North Carolina. The event was hosted by Live Oak Bank and supported by industry partners. The course centered on a subject not focused on in dental school—how to run a dental business. While most clinicians …