In this Power Bite, we explore how small, consistent actions can lead to big shifts in your practice culture. Instead of overwhelming your team with multiple changes or complex initiatives, try asking one simple question: “What’s one thing we can improve this week?” This mindset encourages focus, ownership, and momentum—without the pressure of perfection. By identifying a single improvement, assigning accountability, and testing it over five days, you create space for progress and build team confidence. It’s a leadership strategy that’s easy to implement and incredibly effective. Download the companion PowerSheet to guide the process with your team and spark meaningful, bite-sized change.

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You don’t have to be perfect to lead—and chasing perfection might be holding you and your team back. In Power Bites Week 8, we explore how real leadership is built on progress, vulnerability, and a commitment to growth. Learn how to lead with intention, create a culture of continuous improvement, and give yourself permission to show up exactly as you are.

• Why perfectionism can slow down your leadership
• How vulnerability builds team trust and safety
• The power of modeling growth (not flawlessness)
• A simple way to reflect and take action with your team
• This week’s PowerSheet has prompts and tools to support your leadership journey

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Being friendly isn’t just about being nice—it’s a powerful leadership trait. In this week’s Power Bite, we explore how purpose-driven friendliness creates trust, strengthens team culture, and enhances the patient experience.

✅ Learn the five habits that build authentic connection
✅ Reflect on where your team can model intentional friendliness
✅ Grab your downloadable PowerSheet in the AADOM eCampus to take action

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Phones ringing off the hook? Team members out? Feeling like you're just trying to survive the day? 

In this week’s Power Bite, Penny Reed reminds us that planning doesn’t require more time—it just takes a pause with purpose. Learn how to shift from reactive to in charge with her quick and powerful method: the Power Three.

In less than 3 minutes, you’ll learn:

• Why 90 seconds can change your day

• How to identify what really needs your attention

• What to do when your day goes off the rails

• The one question to anchor yourself when chaos hits

Plus, AADOM Members—grab your Power Sheet #6 - Plan Like a Boss Tracker in the eCampus to help you prioritize fast and finish strong.
Not a member yet? Join us and take your day (and career) back!

You don’t need a perfect day to have a powerful one. Let’s go!

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Think about a calm lake and the ripple that spreads when you toss in a pebble. That’s what appreciation can do in your dental practice — create waves of connection, trust, and positivity from one small act of recognition.

In this week’s Power Bite, we’re diving into the Appreciation Formula — a simple structure for giving meaningful, specific recognition to your team members.

Why? Because as a dental office manager, you set the tone. And when you lead with gratitude, it spreads. One person feels seen, valued, and energized… then they pay it forward. That’s how a strong culture grows.

Ready to energize your team with purpose and clarity?

In this 3-minute Power Bite, AADOM’s EVP Penny Reed shares how to go beyond a mission statement and bring real vision into your daily practice culture. Learn how a clear, shared vision can align your team, elevate patient care, and ignite leadership at every level.

You’ll discover:
- Why vision matters more than ever
- Real-world examples you can adapt for your team
- Simple ways to bring your practice vision to life—starting today

Don’t forget to download the Power Sheet in the AADOM Member eCampus to guide a meaningful team conversation and put this Power Bite into action.

Let’s inspire—not just manage—our teams. Start with vision. Share it daily.

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In this Power Bite, AADOM’s Penny Reed shares the EARR Method—a simple, effective way to handle short-notice patient cancellations with empathy and confidence. Learn how to stop saying “That’s OK” and start leading the conversation with a structure that protects your schedule and sets healthy boundaries.

When a patient cancels last-minute, what’s your first response?

If your go-to line is “That’s OK,” it might be time for a reset.

Welcome to the very first edition of AADOM’s brand-new Power Bites series—quick, power-packed videos designed to help you strengthen your leadership skills, build a stronger team, and tackle everyday practice challenges with confidence. Each video is under five minutes and comes with a downloadable Power Sheet to help you share what you’ve learned and take action right away.

In this kick-off video, AADOM’s Executive VP Penny Reed dives into one of the most common (and costly) habits in dental offices: reflexively saying “That’s OK” when a patient cancels on short notice.

But is it really OK?

This Power Bite introduces a fun, memorable way to interrupt your own reaction and shift into curiosity instead of compliance. With a playful nod to iconic characters like Mrs. Doubtfire or Julia Childs, Penny shows you how to break the pattern, reset the tone, and lead the conversation with confidence.

Why it matters? Because how you handle cancellations affects your schedule, production—and your practice culture.

You’ll learn:

• Why “That’s OK” sends the wrong message (even if you mean well)

• How to build a simple script that supports your patients and your practice

• A quick, quirky thought pattern interrupt you won’t forget (seriously—just try it!)

Don’t forget your Power Sheet! 

Use it to role-play with your team, reflect on your own habits, and start shifting your language right away.

Power Bites are included with your AADOM membership and available anytime on eCampus. Look for a new one in your inbox each week—and start powering up your practice, one bite at a time.