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.

Our November newsletter – published this morning – features a long-form article on how to make the best of the final 60 days of the year. On 1st November we all had 60 days until the end of the calendar year. If I may use a marathon as a metaphor here, on 1st November you
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So the detox is done. Here’s what I said on 10th September 2019 (the day after my birthday): Let me define my detox: No alcohol; Low/no carbs – getting back to Paleo – no bread, potato, pasta, rice. Lots of protein and vegetables; One day off per week (Saturday). I’m still weighing in at around
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Here’s a great idea from the team at Berwick Smile Dental Care in the Scottish borders. Instead (or as well as) handing prospects and patients your business card – give them a “Success Story” testimonial card, featuring an existing patient. If you cover a range of demographics and genders, you can choose a story from
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Monday morning. The start of another week. Please take a moment to think and write down your answer to this question: “What would be the three things I can do this week, that would have the biggest IMPACT on my business and/or my life?” Write them down. Display prominently. Organise a week in which you
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Living beyond 2020 – BDIA My first time at “The Showcase” was 1996, when I’ve often reminisced that I walked around the NEC for the day and met one person I knew – dental technician Jeff Caddick. Now I have to navigate my way to and from the gents, pausing to chat with the many
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ZEST excitement, interest, energy and enthusiasm I’m grateful to Marnie Winyard, Business Development Manager at Cheltenham Dental Spa and Implant Clinic She used the word “zest” to describe the characteristics of the people who make things happen in every dental team and, in fact, in life. A four-letter word that embraces everything we are looking
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