emotional intelligence posts

Navigating the post-graduation terrain can be a daunting task for many dental and dental hygienist graduates. Practicing dentists, however, can lend a hand and be instrumental in helping these fresh […]

Transitioning from college life’s familiar comfort to the challenging quest for a new career can be a nerve-racking experience. You’re probably familiar with the saying, ‘Experience is the best teacher.’ […]

Since the start of the year, I’ve noticed an increased amount of open appointment times in my dental office’s schedule. This isn’t just limited to the hygiene schedule but is […]

There is an undeniable connection between the health of one’s mouth and their mental fitness. It’s Mental Health Awareness Month, and it’s the perfect opportunity to extend your care behind […]

Are you looking for that special someone? The one that gets your jokes, understands to give you space when you’re crabby, and brightens your Monday through Friday with a cheery hello?   […]

Scaling and root planing? Check.   Periodontal therapy? Check.  Xray expertise. Check.  Emotional Intelligence? Wait, what? For decades, dental hiring managers have sifted through dental candidates based on their hard skills, […]

Here’s what to expect with your first job and how to get your dental career off to a great start! It’s that time of year again when a new graduating […]

“Pain is temporary. Quitting lasts forever.” This comes to me as I sit, 30,000 feet up in the air, en route to Boston to speak with dental professionals at the […]

At DentalPost, we talk a lot about applying personality assessments like DISC and EI to the hiring process for better candidate/employer matches and hiring outcomes. We can use these same […]

As dental professionals, our education prepares and trains us for all sorts of situations and potential disruptions in our practices. We know how to adjust the schedule and skip lunch […]