Author: Hollie Bryant Foust

“Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and He will establish your plans.” —Proverbs 16:3 (NIV) Attracting the right team member in today’s hiring climate takes more than a job post—it takes vision, creativity, and heart. At Bryant Consultants, we believe in building dental teams rooted in purpose, trust, and culture. If you want to bring in someone who’s aligned with your mission—not just filling a role—here are some creative

“Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves.”—Romans 12:10 (NIV) Hiring a new associate is more than filling a clinical role—it’s an opportunity to expand your mission, deepen your bench of leadership, and make space for growth in your practice and your people. The way you welcome your new associate will set the tone for their confidence, productivity, and retention. Before they ever pick up a

“Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters.” — Colossians 3:23 In today’s hiring climate, dental practice owners and managers are asking the same question: Where did all the good employees go? At Bryant Consultants, we believe the better question is: How can we grow good employees again? The answer may not be in a new job board or

“Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” — Matthew 11:28 Burnout in dentistry is real—and it’s rising. From back-to-back patients, to broken equipment, to late-day emergencies and no-shows, the pressure doesn’t let up. And if we’re being honest? We’ve normalized the chaos. We push through fatigue. We skip meals. We smile through frustration. We go home physically exhausted and emotionally drained…

In the fast-paced world of dentistry, where clinical excellence often takes center stage, workplace culture can quietly fall by the wayside — until one day it demands attention. If you’ve found yourself searching “workplace culture improvements” at midnight after a rough day, it’s a clear sign: you don’t just need quick fixes, you need a coach. Why Culture Declines in Dental Practices Lack of Intentional LeadershipWhen leaders are consumed by

It’s no secret—this is one of the hardest times in recent memory to hire in dentistry. You post the job. You screen applicants. You even land a few interviews. But the candidates are either underqualified, unmotivated, or worse—ghosting after a day or two on the job. And when it comes to the role of dental administrator, it can feel nearly impossible to find the right fit. But here’s the thing: