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Practising The Art Of Small BusinessEp #62: The Shift From Busy Work to Meaningful ActionIn this episode, Shannyn and Julie explore the transformative shift from mere productivity to genuine effectiveness. They discuss the 80-20 principle, revealing how focusing on the vital few tasks can yield greater results. By sharing personal journeys and insights, they highlight the impact of language on our mindset and productivity. Tune in to learn how to prioritise what truly matters and make your daily efforts count!Learn more about the Being Framework by Ashkan Tashvir here: https://ashkantashvir.com/Julie spoke about Jutta Klipsch, her coach in the Being Profile. You can find out more about...2024-11-0240 minPractising The Art Of Small BusinessEp #61: Strengths vs Weaknesses - What's the Best Approach for Business Owners?In this episode, Shannyn Merlo and Julie Parker dive into whether small business owners should focus on their strengths or also work on improving weaknesses. They explore how understanding one's "genius zone" can lead to greater efficiency and satisfaction, while discussing the benefits of delegation and growth through discomfort. With insights on leadership, team dynamics, and self-awareness, this episode provides valuable advice for business owners looking to balance their strengths and weaknesses.Julie and Shannyn are independent business coaches and consultants.Work with JulieJulie is a Dental Practice Management Consultant...2024-09-0543 minPractising The Art Of Small BusinessEp #60: Templating a Goals Plan In this episode of "Practising The Art Of Small Business," Shannyn and Julie dive into the essential process of goal setting and creating a strategic plan to achieve those goals. This discussion is packed with practical insights and actionable advice for small business owners looking to enhance their goal-setting strategies and drive their businesses forward. Julie and Shannyn are independent business coaches and consultants.Work with JulieJulie is a Dental Practice Management Consultant, Coach at Julie Parker Practice Success.https://julieparkerpracticesuccess.com/Work wit...2024-06-2347 minPractising The Art Of Small BusinessEp #59: When is it time to say goodbye?In this episode, Shannyn and Julie explore the topic of knowing when it's time to say goodbye.Small business owners frequently need to hire contractors for various projects, such as recruitment, marketing, or financial planning. Outsourcing to experts in these areas is often necessary to support our business.But what happens when things don't go as planned or as expected? When is it time to part ways?Join us for this discussion on how to navigate these potentially challenging situations with careful planning and professionalism.Julie and Shannyn...2024-05-3042 minPractising The Art Of Small BusinessEp #58: Are you too nice, just nice or not nice enough?In this episode, Shannyn and Julie delve into the delicate balance of niceness in small business management and leadership. We explore the repercussions of being overly nice, just nice or not nice enough as a manager or owner. Tune in for valuable insights into effective leadership in the world of small business.Julie and Shannyn are independent business coaches and consultants.Work with JulieJulie is a Dental Practice Management Consultant, Coach at Julie Parker Practice Success.https://julieparkerpracticesuccess.com/Work wi...2024-05-0942 minPractising The Art Of Small BusinessEp #57: Should I let my team members work from home?In this episode, Shannyn and Julie explore the mixed effects of remote work on businesses, team dynamics, and customer interactions. They delve into how working from home impacts personal well-being, touching on the challenges of isolation and the need for social interaction. Furthermore, they discuss the particular hurdles younger workers face in fostering professionalism in a remote setting. This conversation aims to unpack the comprehensive implications of home-based work, both professionally and personally.Julie and Shannyn are independent business coaches and consultants.Work with JulieJulie is a Dental Practice...2024-03-3046 minPractising The Art Of Small BusinessEp #56: Is it time for you to draw a line in the sand?In this episode, we delve into the metaphor of "drawing a line in the sand" as a catalyst for transforming business organisations. By defining success, involving everyone, emphasising accountability and fostering unity, we explore how this concept can empower teams to move forward together towards a shared vision of excellence. Join us as we uncover the power of setting clear boundaries and driving positive change within your organisation.Julie and Shannyn are independent business coaches and consultants.Work with JulieJulie is a Dental Practice Management Consultant, Coach at Julie Parker Practice Success.2024-03-2146 minPractising The Art Of Small BusinessEp #55: Navigating Powerlessness Mindsets in Your TeamIn this episode, we delve into the challenge of managing staff members who exhibit powerlessness and helplessness mindsets. Rather than labelling them as victims, we explore effective strategies to empower and support your team members in overcoming these limiting beliefs. Join us as we discuss the root causes, the impact on workplace dynamics, and actionable steps you can take to foster a more proactive and resilient work environment. Learn how to transform your team from feeling powerless to feeling empowered, ultimately driving growth and success within your organisation.Julie and Sh...2024-01-2442 minPractising The Art Of Small BusinessEp #54: Is your business in the 'comfort zone'?In this episode, we explore the concept of the "uncomfortable comfort zone" for business owners, emphasising how failing to act on ideas out of fear or busyness can lead to stagnation and unchanged results. Discover how stepping out of this zone is essential for growth and innovation.Julie and Shannyn are independent business coaches and consultants.Work with JulieJulie is a Dental Practice Management Consultant, Coach at Julie Parker Practice Success.https://julieparkerpracticesuccess.com/Work with Shannyn Shannyn Merlo is a business coach and consultant a...2023-11-2342 min
The Priestess PodcastJulie Parker on A Sacred Podcast Pause (E238) Join host Julie Parker for a life and personal update and a ‘where to from here’ for The Priestess Podcast after 238 wonderful episodes. Thank you for being a part of this sacred journey thus far!2023-11-0840 minPractising The Art Of Small BusinessEp #53: Breaking the Silence: Should Employees Discuss Salaries?In this episode, we delve into a topic often veiled in secrecy and taboo—discussing salaries in the workplace. Is open dialogue about wages empowering, or does it sow discord among colleagues? Join us as we explore the ramifications and benefits of salary transparency, hear diverse perspectives, and weigh the balance between openness and privacy. Julie and Shannyn are independent business coaches and consultants.Work with JulieJulie is a Dental Practice Management Consultant, Coach at Julie Parker Practice Success.https://julieparkerpracticesuccess.com/Work with Shannyn Shann...2023-09-2834 min
The Julie Parker Practice Success PodcastEp #110: Ameeta Gangaram of Holistic Vision interviews Julie ParkerIn this episode, I am interviewed by marketing consultant Ameeta Gangaram from Holistic Vision Consultancy. I was delighted to be Ameeta's guest on her marketing podcast and we had a great conversation about recruiting your best team and CANI, our never-ending journey of improvement.Discover more about Ameeta can help promote your dental services by arranging a complimentary session with her through her website here: https://holisticvision.com.au/You can listen to or watch the Julie Parker Practice Success Podcast episode where I interviewed Ameeta here:Audio version: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1778128/13042081Y...2023-09-1933 minPractising The Art Of Small BusinessEpisode 52: Is there room for spirituality in small business?In this episode, Shannyn asks the question, "Is there room for spirituality in small business?"When you consider the varied applications of spirituality and that we all interpret and incorporate these practices differently, how can we embrace our spirit in our work?Julie and Shannyn are independent business coaches and consultants.Work with JulieJulie is a Dental Practice Management Consultant, Coach at Julie Parker Practice Success.https://julieparkerpracticesuccess.com/Work with Shannyn Shannyn Merlo is a business coach and consultant and founder of Inspired Outcomes C...2023-09-1846 minPractising The Art Of Small BusinessEpisode 51: Stress getting you down? This episode is for you!Stress is a part of life and certainly plays a role in the life of an entrepreneur. In today's episode, Shannyn and Julie share some insights, thoughts and ideas on how to manage your stress better and experience a happier life. Julie and Shannyn are independent business coaches and consultants.Work with JulieJulie is a Dental Practice Management Consultant, Coach at Julie Parker Practice Success.https://julieparkerpracticesuccess.com/Work with Shannyn Shannyn Merlo is a business coach and consultant and founder of Inspired Outcomes Consulting. htt...2023-09-041h 05Practising The Art Of Small BusinessEp #50: A Milestone Episode: 50 & ReflectiveWe are thrilled to announce that we've reached our 50th episode milestone! Come join in the festivities as we celebrate this achievement. Let's reflect on the highlights of the past 50 episodes and explore ways to enhance our future content.Julie and Shannyn are independent business coaches and consultants.Work with JulieJulie is a Dental Practice Management Consultant, Coach at Julie Parker Practice Success.https://julieparkerpracticesuccess.com/Work with Shannyn Shannyn Merlo is a business coach and consultant and founder of Inspired Outcomes Consulting. https://in...2023-08-041h 02Practising The Art Of Small BusinessEpisode #49: The problem with over-deliveringWhat's the problem with over-delivering? Surely everyone LOVES getting more than they bargained for. Julie and Shannyn are independent business coaches and consultants.Work with JulieJulie is a Dental Practice Management Consultant, Coach at Julie Parker Practice Success.https://julieparkerpracticesuccess.com/Work with Shannyn Shannyn Merlo is a business coach and consultant and founder of Inspired Outcomes Consulting. https://inspired-outcomes.com/contact/Go to our website for previous episodes and resources: https://practisingtheartofsmallbusiness.com/Julie and Shannyn are independent business coa...2023-07-2557 minPractising The Art Of Small BusinessEpisode 48: Opinions are like butts, everyone has one. But to whom should you listen?In this episode, Shannyn makes the straightforward observation that everyone has a butt - an undeniable fact. She goes on to draw a parallel with the subjective realm of opinions, pointing out that, just like butts, everyone has them. But are all opinions created equal? When should we heed the advice and viewpoints of others? Join us for a thought-provoking conversation on these meandering yet intriguing topicsJulie and Shannyn are independent business coaches and consultants.Work with JulieJulie is a Dental Practice Management Consultant, Coach at Julie Parker Practice Success.https...2023-05-1646 minPractising The Art Of Small BusinessEpisode 47: Making attendance at trade shows work for you.In this episode, Julie provides her thoughts and observations after attending some industry trade shows. She shares valuable insights on how to effectively utilise these events to your advantage.Julie and Shannyn are independent business coaches and consultants.Work with JulieJulie is a Dental Practice Management Consultant, Coach at Julie Parker Practice Success.https://julieparkerpracticesuccess.com/Work with Shannyn Shannyn Merlo is a business coach and consultant and founder of Inspired Outcomes Consulting. https://inspired-outcomes.com/contact/Go to our website for pr...2023-05-0439 minPractising The Art Of Small BusinessEpisode 46: Boundaries for Business Owners: Strategies for Success and SustainabilityIn this episode, we explore the critical topic of setting boundaries for small business owners to achieve success and sustainability. We discuss practical strategies and techniques for establishing healthy boundaries that can help business owners avoid burnout, manage their time effectively, maintain work-life balance, and foster long-term success.Julie and Shannyn are independent business coaches and consultants.Work with JulieJulie is a Dental Practice Management Consultant, Coach at Julie Parker Practice Success.https://julieparkerpracticesuccess.com/Work with Shannyn Shannyn Merlo is a business coach and consultant a...2023-04-131h 03Practising The Art Of Small BusinessEpisode 45: How to un-couple from a client and keep the door open for the future.In this episode, we have a conversation about when we un-couple from a client, whether that is the choice of them, or us.What does it mean if a client was to un-couple from our services?Why would we need to instigate an uncoupling?And, what happens next?Can we un-couple but still have a future together?All is revealed in this episode!Julie and Shannyn are independent business coaches and consultants.Work with JulieJulie is a Dental Practice Management Consultant, Coach at Julie Parker Practice Success.2023-03-2944 minPractising The Art Of Small BusinessEpisode 44: Is it possible to motivate your team to want to learn and embrace change?Julie was recently asked the question by a client, "How can I motivate my team member to want to learn." Initially, Julie's response was "YOU can't motivate another person to want to learn. That's a desire that comes from within that person."Discussing this concept with Shannyn had us questioning whether Julie's response was correct.Julie and Shannyn are independent business coaches and consultants.Work with JulieJulie is a Dental Practice Management Consultant, Coach at Julie Parker Practice Success.https://julieparkerpracticesuccess.com/Work w...2023-03-0249 minPractising The Art Of Small BusinessEpisode 43: Questons to ask yourself to get better answers.In this episode, Julie raises the question whether the question she is asking, if changed to another question, would better help answer the question. For the image that Shannyn referred to, above and below the line thinking - go here: https://practisingtheartofsmallbusiness.com/resources/To find out more about Shannyn's Masterclass, 'How to grow your small business', go here:https://inspired-outcomes.com/master-class/Julie and Shannyn are independent business coaches and consultants.Work with JulieJulie is a Dental Practice Management Consultant, Coach at Julie Parker P...2023-02-1651 minPractising The Art Of Small BusinessEpisode 42: Systematising your small business - no matter how small it is.In this episode, we talk about the value of systemising your small business, even if you are a solopreneur. Julie and Shannyn are independent business coaches and consultants.Work with JulieJulie is a Dental Practice Management Consultant, Coach at Julie Parker Practice Success.https://julieparkerpracticesuccess.com/Work with Shannyn Shannyn Merlo is a business coach and consultant and founder of Inspired Outcomes Consulting. https://inspired-outcomes.com/contact/Go to our website for previous episodes and resources: https://practisingtheartofsmallbusiness.com/ Julie and Shannyn...2023-02-0452 minPractising The Art Of Small BusinessEpisode 41: The fun of funnels and your customer journeyIn this episode, Shannyn gives us a crash course in all the funnels; marketing, sales and customer nurturing.To participate in Shannyn's workshop, Hero on a Mission - Take Control of Your Life and Business, go here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/hero-on-a-mission-take-control-of-your-life-business-workshop-tickets-483547622957?aff=erelexpmltJulie and Shannyn are independent business coaches and consultants.Work with JulieJulie is a Dental Practice Management Consultant, Coach at Julie Parker Practice Success.https://julieparkerpracticesuccess.com/Work with Shannyn Shannyn Merlo is a business coach a...2023-01-1855 min
The Julie Parker Practice Success PodcastEp #82: Making sure your 2023 is happy indeed with Charles KovessIn this episode, I play you a portion of The Charles Kovess Show that should help you have a very happy 2023!Charles Kovess, the co-founder of Julie Parker Practice Success, shares 7 choices that will make your 2023 a very happy one indeed. These choices are clear and simple but they are not easy. Making these choices consciously gives you great personal power. And, power is your ability to create your life in 2023 according to your terms. Charles wants you to live a successful life and to have a successful year. These 7 choices you...2023-01-1221 minPractising The Art Of Small BusinessEpisode 40: Planning for your BIG 2023!In this episode, Shannyn takes us on a journey of goal-setting for the coming year. Join us as we provide a guide towards your BIG 2023!To participate in Shannyn's workshop, Hero on a Mission - Take Control of Your Life and Business, go here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/hero-on-a-mission-take-control-of-your-life-business-workshop-tickets-483547622957?aff=erelexpmltIf you would like to purchase your own My Awesome Planner from Julie go here: https://julieparkerpracticesuccess.com/product/my-awesome-planner/Julie and Shannyn are independent business coaches and consultants.Work...2023-01-0655 minPractising The Art Of Small BusinessEpisode 39: Wrapping up 2022!That's a wrap for 2022!In this special Christmas episode, Shannyn and Julie (with wine - hey, it's their Christmas break-up party, after all) share the wins of 2022 and look forward and share their goals for the coming year.Links to items we mentioned through this episode:To participate in Shannyn's workshop, Hero on a Mission - Take Control of Your Life and Business, go here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/hero-on-a-mission-take-control-of-your-life-business-workshop-tickets-483547622957?aff=erelexpmltIf you would like to purchase your own My Awesome Planner...2022-12-231h 23
The Julie Parker Practice Success PodcastEp #79: Team training for surgical, sterile fields with Rochelle FisherIn this episode, I am joined by Rochelle Fisher of Dental Assisting & Beyond.Listen as Rochelle talks about her area of expertise; training dental teams in surgical, sterile fields for surgical implant procedures. Rochelle's training extends beyond that, though!Rochelle has worked in dental surgeries from the young age of 16 in her homeland of the UK. Rochelle created Dental Assisting & Beyond when COVID hit. She provides training and coaching for dental teams in the two areas of surgical processes and building team member health and wellness. If you would like to c...2022-12-1946 min
The Julie Parker Practice Success PodcastEp #78: Building systems for the health and wellness of your team with Rochelle Fisher.In this episode, I am joined by Rochelle Fisher of Dental Assisting & Beyond.Rochelle has worked in dental surgeries from the young age of 16 in her homeland of the UK. Rochelle created Dental Assisting & Beyond when COVID hit. She provides training and coaching for dental teams in the two areas of surgical processes and building team member health and wellness. Listen as Rochelle shares her thoughts about the stresses of dental practice operations, both general management and the additional physical stress on the body for the clinical team. There are things that dental pr...2022-12-1851 min
The Julie Parker Practice Success PodcastEp #77: Buying dental practices with Michael Dinsio of Next Level ConsultantsIn this episode, I am joined by Michael Dinsio of Next Level Consultants.Michael helps people get into dental practice ownership the right way. He is an experienced and highly-respected dental practice consultant who has helped over 500 doctors start, buy, and grow their practices for almost a decade.Listen (or watch, if you are on YouTube - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1MIigc47x9oZiFUnzP6jrRRZA6eSDIae ) as Michael and I discuss what it takes to become a dental practice owner, the pitfalls to watch out for and the wonderful benefits of striking out...2022-12-1258 minPractising The Art Of Small BusinessEpisode 38: Shannyn quizzes Julie on her productivity hacks.In this episode, Shannyn finds out what Julie does to appear so productive, with plenty of time.During the episode, Julie speaks about a podcast where she discusses her 'empower walk' which also includes a section of audio of dr Bruce Lipton. Go to the following link to listen: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1778128/8574926Julie and Shannyn are independent business coaches and consultants.Work with JulieJulie is a Dental Practice Management Consultant, Coach at Julie Parker Practice Success.https://julieparkerpracticesuccess.com/Work with Shannyn Shannyn Merlo i...2022-11-3038 minPractising The Art Of Small BusinessEpisode 37: "My staff are crap but I don't have time to manage or train them."In this episode, Shannyn and Julie tackle the frequent complaint made in frustration by many small business owners; "My staff are crap but I don't have time to manage or train them!"Now, we know they this is not literally what business owners and managers think of the people they work with. However, managing people and customers and a business can often lead to frustration and stressed-out mindsets, which can be unhelpful when faced with the expected and frequent challenges of business management. Shannyn and Julie tackle this problem and deliver some insights and strategies t...2022-11-1758 minPractising The Art Of Small BusinessEpisode 36: Do I need a coach?In this episode, we ask the question of whether anyone ever needs a business coach. What's the value? What do they do? How do you find one? All these questions, and more, are answered in this conversation. Julie and Shannyn are independent business coaches and consultants.Work with JulieJulie is a Dental Practice Management Consultant, Coach at Julie Parker Practice Success.https://julieparkerpracticesuccess.com/Work with Shannyn Shannyn Merlo is a business coach and consultant and founder of Inspired Outcomes Consulting. https://inspired-outcomes.com/con...2022-11-0346 minPractising The Art Of Small BusinessEpisode 35: The value of valuesIn this episode, we talk about what the value of values is. Both in our personal lives and in our businesses.Tune in and discover how to identify your values, how they impact the operation of your small business and how to foster them with your team. Julie and Shannyn are independent business coaches and consultants.Work with JulieJulie is a Dental Practice Management Consultant, Coach at Julie Parker Practice Success.https://julieparkerpracticesuccess.com/Work with Shannyn Shannyn Merlo is a business coach and consultant an...2022-10-211h 12Practising The Art Of Small BusinessEpisode 34: Essential steps for improvementIn this episode, Shannyn and Julie discuss the Kaizen concept of Constant And Never-ending Improvement - CANI.Julie shares what she sees as the essential steps for improvement and Shannyn speaks about operant conditioning, a psychological concept developed by B F Skinner, an American psychologist. Go here for more information about operant conditioning: https://www.psychologized.org/everyday-examples-of-operant-conditioning/Julie and Shannyn are independent business coaches and consultants.Work with JulieJulie is a Dental Practice Management Consultant, Coach at Julie Parker Practice Success.https://julieparkerpracticesuccess.com/2022-10-0533 minPractising The Art Of Small BusinessEpisode 33: Respect my authority!In this episode, Shannyn and Julie discuss the skills you can develop as a business owner or manager to build your authority with your team Julie and Shannyn are independent business coaches and consultants.Work with JulieJulie is a Dental Practice Management Consultant, Coach at Julie Parker Practice Success.https://julieparkerpracticesuccess.com/Work with Shannyn Shannyn Merlo is a business coach and consultant and founder of Inspired Outcomes Consulting. https://inspired-outcomes.com/contact/Go to our website for previous episodes and resources: https...2022-09-291h 03Practising The Art Of Small BusinessEpisode 32: Is there value in a nihilistic approach to life?Julie and Shannyn are independent business coaches and consultants.Work with JulieJulie is a Dental Practice Management Consultant, Coach at Julie Parker Practice Success.https://julieparkerpracticesuccess.co...Work with Shannyn Shannyn Merlo is a business coach and consultant and founder of Inspired Outcomes Consulting. https://inspired-outcomes.com/contact/Go to our website for previous episodes and resources: https://practisingtheartofsmallbusiness.com/Julie and Shannyn are independent business coaches and consultants.Work with JulieJulie is a Dental Practice Management Consultant, Coach at...2022-09-0248 min
The Julie Parker Practice Success PodcastEp #67: Berris Saultry of Dental InnovationsThis episode is a special one. I interview Berris Saultry of Dental Innovations.Dental Innovations has been supporting dental practices in Australia since the 1990s. It is a family-run business established by Merv Saultry.As the demands of the industry increased, so too have the services offered by Dental Innovations. Initially known more for the savings in dental consumables that D.I. offered, members now enjoy assistance with marketing, social media management, more effective operational systems and access to other members so everyone can achieve greater success with the wisdom and resources of colleagues. 2022-08-2432 min
The Julie Parker Practice Success PodcastEp #66: Performance Reviews with Shannyn Merlo of Inspired OutcomesIn this episode, I am joined by my talented and insightful buddy, Shannyn Merlo. Shannyn is a Business Coach and Founder of Inspired Outcomes. Performance reviews can be the cause of anxiety for both the employee and the manager. This episode will give you some of Shannyn and Julie's best tips for a successful outcome. If you would like to contact Shannyn, go to her website here: https://inspired-outcomes.com/If you have any feedback and requests for specific content, contact me at julie@julieparkerpractcesuccess.com.auHead over to our...2022-08-171h 16
The Julie Parker Practice Success PodcastEp #49: How Julie became the first non-dentist practice owner in AustraliaMany of you will know that in 2003, I became the first non-dentist to own a dental practice in Australia.In this episode, I share that journey to practice ownership with you.I hope you enjoy it.If you have any feedback and requests for specific content, contact me at julie@julieparkerpractcesuccess.com.auHead over to our website at Julie Parker Practice Success and find loads of information that can help you and your practice be more successful.There are:Online Mini-Courses2022-03-2130 minThe Julie Parker Practice Success PodcastEp #47: Julie's guest appearance on The Dental Brief podcastIn this episode, I share an episode of a U.S. dental podcast, The Dental Brief. I was asked on as a guest and we discussed wages and opportunities for dental assistants. I hope you enjoy it!The Dental Brief is a terrific podcast where they deliver expert dental secrets in 15-minute bite-sized episodes.Subscribe to The Dental Brief podcast here: https://dentalbrief.com/If you have any feedback and requests for specific content, contact me at julie@julieparkerpractcesuccess.com.auHead over to our website at Julie Parker Practice Success...2022-02-2714 min