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.

Why we only progress when we work ON business and not IN business

So here goes with Chris Barrow ColdTurkeyTober stats: My weight – 74Kg (ideal for my age/height is 70.85). My BMI – 22.6 (normal for my age/height is between 18.5 and 25). Calories required per day to stay the same = 2476. Calories to lose weight would be c.2,000.   We’ll see how the month proceeds
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Why and how I’m going Cold Turkey in October

Do you ever get sick of the state you are in? I seem to be accumulating tolerations at the moment and the other day it dawned on me that I’ve fallen into the trap of letting all those little things build up into a big thing. I’m equally sick of listening to myself moan about
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The Campbell Academy Education Programme 2018

I’m delighted to once again be a visiting lecturer on The Campbell Academy Business Course in 2018 (which, by the way, has sold out). I’m attaching here the 2018 Academy brochure – as always, let me repeat that I don’t receive introducer’s fees or commissions from any manufacturer, supplier or promotor who appears in this
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Running a business is a marathon – are you taking it seriously enough?

  My 27th marathon in Nottingham yesterday with Josh Barrow was definitely not the most fun I’ve ever had. It was a hot, sunny day. My training and nutrition beforehand weren’t up to scratch and I wasn’t rested enough. The course is beautiful but demanding, both physically and psychologically. Something happened that I’ve never experienced
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The final 100 days – what are you going to do with them?

Countdown. Welcome to the final 100 days of 2017, starting today. Take a moment to reflect: Congratulate – what have I achieved so far this year? Contemplate – where am I today? Critique – what am I tolerating? Challenge – what do I still want to do before the year end? Are you coasting for
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Practice for sale – £1.00 – is the bubble bursting?

I refer you to Colin Campbell’s blog yesterday (and don’t forget to scroll down and read the subsequent comments added by myself, Colin and Steve Hudson): http://www.campbellacademy.co.uk/blog/the-future-of-dentistry Possibly one of the most important blog posts you will read this year? If (and only if) the alleged situation is accurate, it signifies the beginning of that
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A unique 2018 retreat for orthodontists – Latter, Jones and Barrow

Calling all orthodontists! De Vere Hotel – The Cotswolds Wednesday 25th & Thursday 26th April 2018 9.00a.m. to 6.00p.m. both days Take a look at the brochure for this 2-day Cotswold retreat during which myself, Ashley and Richard are going to share with you: 1. The Truth about Dental Marketing 2. The Eight Steps to
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