Sharon Dolak specializes in family and organizational workplace Mediation services at the leadership level and employee relation level, reducing tension and helping people resolve long-term, intractable disputes in their personal or professional relationships. She also is credentialed through the International Coach Federation (ICF) and the Center For Coaching Certification. She can be reached at sharon@sharondolakmediation.com.
People Pleasing: Characteristics of Being a People Pleaser
By: Sharon Dolak People Pleasing is not about being kind. It is about someone trying hard to…
Confronting Denial is No Small Task
By: Sharon Dolak Denial is a coping response that gives us time to adjust during shocking, distressful…
What is Toxic Positivity and How to Avoid It
By: Sharon Dolak Do you notice that as soon as you walk into the office you are…
Using Science, Common Sense, and Communication to Bust Those Dental Myths
You know the funny thing about myths? Often, if you use your brain and think about them for a few minutes, you’ll figure out exactly why they’re called myths and not facts.
6 common dental myths that you need to know … and debunk
Let’s talk about some common dental myths that your patients might be hearing … and accepting.
Why Now is the Time for You to be an Influencer
Another week, another piece of misinformation about dentistry is out there and ready for us to address. On Thanksgiving Day, the New York Times published a piece about how teeth were mysteriously falling out of people’s mouths. Was it because of COVID-19? Some would say yes, but we in the dental industry know that there…
What To Do When a Team Member Tests Positive for COVID-19
What do you do if a team member tests positive for COVID-19 in your practice? Dr. David Rice has some advice.
How To Have “Courageous Conversations” in the Dental Practice
How can you have “courageous conversations” in the dental practice? Katherine Eitel-Belt talks you run through it.
The Importance of Honesty in the Midst of a Pandemic
Honesty is now more important than ever, because honesty can help your team prepare for a potential exposure to COVID-19.
Why Trending Today Fails You
Let’s talk about trending … but how do we build a plan to trend for the long-haul? Dr. David Rice offers his thoughts.
10 simple things you can do to get through hard times
Life is a series of peaks and valleys. Sometimes you’re up, sometimes you’re down. But it’s the difficult times where we need a little more support and guidance. Here are some tips that can help.
Why You Need to Hit the Reset Button Heading into 2021
Take a step back. Take a breath. 2020 has been a lot to take in, but now is the time to plan for what’s to come in 2021.
Preparing for the Waves to Come in 2021
None of us knew that 2020 would bring a pandemic into our industry and society. What will 2021 bring? None of us know for sure. However, we do know that you can learn from the past and prepare for the future using analysis and trends from a pair of experts who have been tracking what has been happening in the industry before, during, and after the COVID-19 disruption.