so we can support each other in achieving our dreams and goals.
Instead of competing against each other or jockeying for position, we work from a basic philosophy of shared success.”
Historically, farmers were counseled not to “cut corners” –
not to cut (harvest) the crops all the way to the corners of their
fields. The corners were left to share with those in need.
Abundance philosophy acknowledges that giving and receiving
are interrelated, that scarcity is eliminated by choosing
abundance.
We believe that we function best through collaboration and support.” notes Dr. Witherspoon. “We collaborate on cases, and our
professional approaches intermesh seamlessly. There is no division in our skills. And so if one of us is engaged in something
away from the office, the other can step in. This allows us to
have time for our interests outside the office and still remain
available to our patients and referring colleagues. One of our
strengths is our availability.”
(Re)define success
Photos by Ray Bryant, Bryant Studios
Second, define the true goal. Where some might measure success at the bottom line, this team views success differently. “We
define success as personal fulfillment,” notes Dr. Regan, “both
for ourselves and for our entire staff. We believe that by creating
a supportive environment for our team we increase the possibility that each of us will find fulfillment by making our dreams
a reality. Rather than making profit the main priority, we make
personal growth a primary goal. Reward, in the form of both
personal and financial success, can come from that pursuit.”
Rather than insisting that staff maintain a single-minded focus
on work, team members are encouraged to present a new topic
of interest to the group regularly. “One week, someone might
explain their new experience with yoga, the next week, someone
might share their excitement about a recent trip or their favorite
football team,” notes Dr. Small. “We have a very unique group.
We respect our staff professionally and enjoy them personally.
We support any team member’s aspirations to expand their
knowledge and develop their interests – even with the understanding that education and growth may eventually lead them
to new chapters in their life away from our practice.”
Debbie, NTEA’s office manager, has her own personal leadership coach with whom she collaborates on issues effecting the
practice culture. Another staff member is currently working
toward a master’s degree in healthcare management. Other talented members of the NTEA team utilize their many skills in
creating and maintaining the practice Facebook page and the
NTEA e-newsletter.
The doctors at North Texas Endodontics define success as personal fulfillment both for themselves and their entire staff.
Pictured from left: Dr. David Witherspoon, Dr. Joel Small, and Dr. John Regan.
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