We all know AI is a mainstay in the news this year. Since the release of ChatGPT 3.5, virtually half of the media we consume is engorged by AI-related conversations. Obviously, some of this conversation is drenched in overhyped verbiage and semi-annoying conclusions (perfect example: AI will displace 40 percent of the workforce by 2035). […]
Last month, Lynn Tomkins — president of the Canadian Dental Association (CDA) — called the dental assistant shortage “the number one issue for dentists across the country.” She also added that Canada is currently experiencing a shortage of around 5,000 dental assistants, a number she expects to grow year-over-year for the next decade. This statement […]
The dental industry isn’t shy to talent shortages. But the current shortage hits a little bit differently. Today, we want to dive deep into the data and explore why the current dental talent shortage is so pervasive, and how you can approach hiring in the face of a bone-dry labour economy. Where is Everyone? For […]
With summer and fall creeping around the corner, vacation mania is nearly in full swing. Unlike winter vacations — mainly concentrated around holidays — hygienists, assistants, and receptionists take sporadic summer breaks. And these vacations are longer and less predictable. At WORKFORCE, we’re ready to help you navigate surprise summer vacations. Our industry-leading talent pipelines […]
Dental offices are in a unique position in 2023. Rampant inflation, massive staffing shortages, and lengthy patient waiting times are underpinning every dentist’s new-year ambitions. Recent surveys even suggest 3 out of 5 dentists are unsatisfied with their career choice. Yet, despite the challenges, many offices are prospering. To give you a better idea of […]
We’re not the most marketing-forward company on the planet. In fact, we generally dislike the buzzword-driven, money-hungry marketing industry as a whole. That said, we do “buy in” to the power of building a brand. Honest, hardworking people work with other honest, hardworking people. We work with the best because we are the best. And […]
Here’s a scary fact to start your day: over half of Americans and Canadians are living paycheque to paycheque. Worse, the inflationary economy is trending these percentages upward at a rapid pace. Increasing housing prices are forcing many out of the market, grocery bills are at all-time highs, and consumer debt is creeping toward $20 […]
Last year, we saw a significant increase in the number of offices leveraging our services and our wonderful talent to support sleep dentistry. As always, we want our offices and talent to succeed. So, we decided to talk to some industry experts and dive into the data surrounding sleep dentistry. As offices increasingly offer this […]
Key points: Knowing your actual costs helps you hedge against inflation by creating a more robust procedure mix. Temporary dental staff and proactive staffing help you navigate the labor crisis while still growing. You have to make some tough choices regarding insurance, training, and equipment if you want to keep your overhead low. For dental […]
Key points: Social media (particularly LinkedIn) remains a strong way to build digital connections with other talented dental workers. Join local and regional dental talent associations for networking and learning opportunities. Attending events is a fantastic way to forge in-person bonds with hygienists, assistants, receptionists, and even dentists. Online communities like Reddit provide ongoing support. […]
