Author: Chris Barrow

Chris Barrow has been active as a consultant, trainer and coach to the UK dental profession for over 20 years. As a writer, his blog enjoys a strong following and he is a regular contributor to the dental press. Naturally direct, assertive and determined, he has the ability to reach conclusions quickly, as well as the sharp reflexes and lightness of touch to innovate, change tack and push boundaries. In 2014 he appeared as a “castaway” in the first season of the popular reality TV show “The Island with Bear Grylls”. His main professional focus is as Coach Barrow, providing coaching and mentorship to independent dentistry.

Imagine attempting to roll a snowball down a not too steep but steady incline. At first you create the fist-sized snowball by compacting snow with your hands. Then you place the snowball on the ground but nothing happens. In fact, unless you are prepared to nudge that snowball along yourself, it will just sit there
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How to create an environment in which 5% of your team members are asking for patient reviews, testimonials and referrals from 5% of your patients (so that you don’t have to!). The problem isn’t that you don’t have patients who will gladly become your brand ambassadors. If you do a good job, some patients will
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May I first of all take this opportunity to wish you a very Happy New Year and share my wish that 2020 becomes a “best year yet” for you. The Extreme Business team, myself, Phillippa Goodwin and Rachel Barrow are geared up to continue providing you with the support you have chosen through our various
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8,784 is the number of hours you will have in 2020. How you use them will determine who you are and where you are a year from now. The clock above is counting down to midnight on 31st December 2019. Showing you how many hours you have left this year to DECIDE how to start
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I’m frequently contacted by people who have products and services of relevance to my clients. For over 20+ years I have maintained a policy that I do not accept introducers fees or commissions – I simply broadcast and comment on good ideas. Our Services For young dentists looking to stretch their wings, or associates interested
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I’m just about to complete my best year in business. As well as crediting my superb support team (thank you Phillippa and Rachel). I’m also going to pay tribute to my business coach. Rachel Turner, taught me how to change my thinking, demonstrated how to build a better business model, accepted no nonsense and kept
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