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Orthodontic Consulting Hub:
Expert Insights for Practice Success
Dive into our Orthodontic Consulting Hub, where Shimmin Consulting orthodontic consultants share their expertise. Gain invaluable strategies and actionable insights tailored to fuel your growth, covering everything from optimizing patient interactions to streamlining operational efficiencies. Explore these articles to elevate your practice and unlock success.


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PART 1 I will be speaking at the upcoming Orthopreneurs Summit Meeting in Denver later this fall. If you have not registered yet, please...
Michelle Shimmin
Sep 13, 2021
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Part 2 - How to Rein It In!
How to Rein It In! Despite your efforts to keep sharing on a professional level, some employees may assume you’ve put down a welcome mat...
Michelle Shimmin
Jun 11, 2020
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Part 1 - How to be authentic without oversharing.
How to be authentic without oversharing. Being effectively authentic calls for a good deal of self-management, and knowing what and what...
Michelle Shimmin
Jun 8, 2020
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The Power of a Positive Team: How Having a Can-Do Attitude Can Influence Your Orthodontic Team
"We are not a TEAM because we work together, we are a team because we respect, trust and care for each other." In the workplace,...
Michelle Shimmin
Apr 1, 2019
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Are You as Confident (and Successful) as You Could Be in 2019?
This week, let's focus on team encouragement and unified team success! Masterminds, are YOU as successful (and confident) within your...
Michelle Shimmin
Feb 18, 2019
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Michelle Shimmin's 'Must-Read' Book List of 2019
Take a peek at Michelle's 'Must-Read Book List! Are you looking for some great book recommendations that promote (and support) team...
Michelle Shimmin
Feb 15, 2019
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Pro Tip: Streamline Your Invisalign Practice Processes
We've all seen this before... a STACK of UPS boxes arrives at the office and that means NEW Invisalign cases are here! Masterminds, what...
Michelle Shimmin
Feb 14, 2019
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Holding an effective and motivating team meeting is essential to the health of your practice.
Holding an effective and motivating team meeting (or team huddle) is essential to the health of your orthodontic practice, creating an...
Michelle Shimmin
Jan 31, 2019
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Scripting is one of the most powerful tools to help your orthodontic practice succeed
Masterminds, let's talk about scripting! Do YOU use it? Scripting is one of the most powerful tools to help your orthodontic practice...
Michelle Shimmin
Jan 29, 2019
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Your Reputation Matters: Tips for Asking Patients for Reviews
Welcome to 2019, Masterminds! Let's kick off your year with an office culture rich in confidence and excitement, especially when asking...
Michelle Shimmin
Jan 23, 2019
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Pro Tip: Elevate Your Invisalign Storage System in 2019
I was recently working with an orthodontic client and noticed this BRILLIANT idea for Invisalign case storage -- PHARMACY BAGS, a filing...
Michelle Shimmin
Jan 15, 2019
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The Power of Positive Recognition: Tips for Motivating Your Team in 2019
Masterminds, we have a topic for discussion and we'd love to hear your input! We’re interested in ideas and feedback from actual...
Michelle Shimmin
Jan 9, 2019
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What Would Your Office Do? Join the Conversation
How does your practice handle the questions about at home orthodontic treatment? Join the conversation on our FB group OrthoMasterminds,...
Michelle Shimmin
Oct 23, 2018
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Don't Miss Out - OrthoMasterminds Facebook Group!
Get our Shimmin Consulting 'PTOTW' (our practice tip of the week) in our Facebook group, Ortho Masterminds! Not a member? Join us here:...
Michelle Shimmin
Aug 2, 2018
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The Group Discussions in OrthoMasterminds - A Private FB Group!
A little dental humor for you today... "Better late than never does not apply to your dental appointments" How does your practice handle...
Michelle Shimmin
May 22, 2018
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The Conversation Has Started in Our Facebook Group!
Did you see the question posted by a member of our Ortho Mastermindsgroup this week? It's a good one...Don't miss it! ***Great insight...
Michelle Shimmin
Apr 7, 2018
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