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.

Doing December – a strategic guide to the next 31 days

Our Bumper December newsletter – published yesterday morning – features a strategic guide to the next 30 days and a number of free resources and ideas. 2019 is very nearly over and it is all too easy to become lost in the “thick of thin things” as we careen towards either Friday 20th (if you are
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On releasing your muse

As a verb, to muse is to consider something thoughtfully. As a noun, it means a person — especially a woman — who is a source of artistic inspiration. In mythology, the Muses were nine goddesses who symbolised the arts and sciences. Today, a muse is a person who serves as an artist’s inspiration. Often filmmakers talk
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What an amorous pig can teach us about commitment

I want to share with you the level of commitment that is necessary to succeed in your own business. Whether you are just starting out or at the top of your game, the requirement is for the relentless pursuit of your goals, no matter how you feel, emotionally or physically. Best demonstrated by a large
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Taking a week off to gaze into a crystal ball

One of my better decisions for the 2019 calendar was to book a Bunker Week every three months – 5 days in my basement office at home in which to work ON the business. Although I have client and prospect calls dotted around the diary this week, my main emphasis will be on the completion
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Which exit strategy should you choose for your business?

Continuing yesterday’s theme of deciding whether you need: an exit strategy – or.. a self-managing dental business with a succession strategy.. Here’s an interesting infographic that popped in to my inbox this week from Uscita. It relates to all businesses, not just dentistry, and is an easy way to start the conversation with yourself. Credit
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