In our quest for personal growth and success, it's easy to get caught up in big goals and grand plans. However, the secret to lasting transformation lies in the daily habits we cultivate. In this blog post, we'll explore the immense power of daily habits and how they can propel you towards your goals. Get ready to unleash your potential and embrace a more fulfilling life.
Read MoreAs a healthcare professional, I firmly believe that sustainability should be an integral part of every industry, including dentistry. Recognizing the impact of our actions on the environment, I have made a conscious effort to introduce sustainability practices into my orthodontic practice. By adopting eco-friendly alternatives and promoting awareness among my patients, I aim to make a positive change and contribute to the preservation of our planet. In this blog post, I will discuss various sustainability practices in dental care and highlight some of the eco-friendly products I have incorporated into my practice.
Read MoreBy now, almost everyone has a side hustle. If you didn’t have one before the pandemic, you certainly have one now or are working on it. They’re an outstanding way to make extra money, to spread your occupational wings, and to build the foundation of a full-time business. But it’s also easy to get sloppy. Read through for 7 side hustle accounting mistakes to avoid
Read MoreWhen it comes to oral health, most of us understand the importance of brushing our teeth twice a day. However, not all toothpastes are created equal, and many contain harmful ingredients that can damage our teeth and overall health. This is where Boka Toothpaste comes in, offering a natural and effective alternative to traditional toothpastes.
Read MoreHaving a confident smile can go a long way in your professional life. It not only makes a good first impression on clients and colleagues, but it also boosts your self-confidence. However, maintaining a pearly white smile can be challenging with all the coffee breaks and late-night deadlines. Here are some easy tips to keep your teeth looking their best and maintain a confident smile in the workplace:
Read MoreSocial media has become an integral part of our daily lives and has opened up many opportunities to make extra money. Brands have found a low cost way of promoting their goods and services through influencers and microinfluencers (if you have a small following). Guys, the influencer market has rapidly grown and reached $16.4B in 2022, it is lucrative. This growth is attributed to the increasing popularity of short video formats on platforms like TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube, the effect of the global pandemic on consumers, which catalyzed social media consumption, and the optimization of data collection, which marketers used for social media ads.
Read MoreBecoming a dentist was a dream come true for me. After years of hard work, I was able to build a successful career in dentistry that spanned 15 years (essentially). It was a journey that took me through two different jobs, earning a substantial income in the first four years out of dental school, and eventually purchasing and selling my own dental practice.
Read MoreAt the top of the year I wrote an article in which I outlined my blogging income and mentioned that one of my goals for 2023 was to seriously monetize and increase the income from my blog. If you’ve been with me for a while you know what happens when your girl has a goal.
Read MoreA healthy work-life balance is one of the most sought-after goals of the modern age. About 20 years ago, it was quite easy to set reasonable working hours, take vacation days, and generally have time to spend with family and friends. Nowadays, however, with the speed that comes with the modern age of technology and the constant need to fulfill relentless ambitions, accomplishing a balanced life can be challenging.
Read MoreMore and more, people are finding different ways to either increase or supplement their income especially with current financial uncertainties. With a lot of people securing jobs that are either remote or location independent, there is now a level of flexibility that has made it easier to leverage your wifi connection to make some extra money. Whether you're looking to supplement your income or start a new career, there are a variety of ways to make money online.
Read MoreWhen I first started out in business, I had no idea what I was getting myself into. After years of hard work and dedication, I am proud to say that in 2022 I have achieved 7-figure success. It was quite possibly one of the most challenging yet rewarding goals I have accomplished yet. I spent the last week in 2022 completely spent and exhausted with much time to reflect. From this journey, I have learned a great deal about what it takes to be a successful entrepreneur and millionaire.
Read Moreyou are looking to increase your skillset and make some extra money on the side then I am going to recommend to you Skillshare. Skillshare is a great platform for both learning new skills and teaching them to others. With a membership, you can access thousands of courses, tutorials, and workshops to enhance your existing knowledge, while also having the opportunity to become an instructor and start earning money.
Read MoreIt has taken me some time but it’s finally here, this year’s Valentine’s day gift guide! I know this is a fav on the blog and you’ve been waiting with bated breath, lol. This time I am putting a little something together for everyone. This gift guide is for him, her and your little one, and newsflash you do not have to get the cliché chocolates, roses and a card (come back and thank me later). Nothing against that stuff, I myself love a great box of chocolates. But, you can switch it up a bit and do things differently.
Read MoreIn 2022 I made roughly $25,000 from my blog. Blogging has been a long time hobby of mine. I have been blogging since around 2008 and each of my blogs have always served as sort of a diary of my experiences, lessons learned and things picked up along the way. One great thing that has always come from it, is the help that it offers to people who read it. The next best thing is that it is lucrative
Read MoreTime and time again, research shows that you are more likely to achieve your goals when you write them down. In that same breath, it is important then when you’re thinking about setting goals, you set yourself up for success. That means having a method of planning that allows you to track your progress in the right way, stay motivated, and encourages you to be both consistent and disciplined.
Read MoreIf you’ve been a reader here for a while you know that financial development is one of my favorite topics, especially when it comes to retirement planning. It is never too early (or late) to start saving towards your retirement! The past several years have made saving and investing a bit challenging but if I had any advice for a place to park what little money you may have left over for investing, it would be in a retirement account.
Read MoreThis year I managed to read 26 books, 12 of which I read together with my book club. I must admit that my time is very different now being a mom and business/practice owner, and while I would have preferred to read all 26 physical books, quite a bit of them were the audio version (thanks audible!) Nevertheless I got it done, still reaped the benefits and developed a newfound love for audiobooks. They are the truth! You can still carry on with your day, do several things and still “read,” it’s amazing. Here’s a round-up of the 26 books I read in 2022 and if one of your goals for 2023 is to read more books, join my book club.
Read MoreIt’s the most wonderful time of the year! I love this time of year, everything gets merry and bright, people are generally nicer and there is that holiday cheer to put us in a great mood. I personally love it because of the gift giving (and receiving) and glorious vacation! I. cannot. wait. for vacation! I am on a somewhat mini vacay as I type this - It is the day after thanksgiving, there’s no work and the house is quiet. So, I have decided to put together a gift guide since they have been so popular on the blog - you all generally like them and find them helpful. So here goes, I hope you find something for yourself, a friend or a loved one.
Read MoreThe holidays are among us and it is a time of year that is for togetherness, family, spreading holiday cheer and gift giving! I have started a tradition of putting together gift guides this time of year. In 2021 these were among the most popular posts on the blog so I am back again with the guides this year. Seeing that I am an Orthodontist, no gift guide of mine is complete without oral care goodies and it just so happens that some of my favorite oral care brands are having major sales this holiday season. I have rounded up a few electric toothbrush options for you and linked them. Not only are the items up to 50% off but you can save additionally with my coupon codes. hey make great stocking stuffers!
Read MoreAs a dentist (Orthodontist), I get very excited when I am introduced to any new and revolutionary dental product. Every now and then oral care brands send me items to try, have my patients try and give my feedback. One of these said companies is Foreo (pronounced for-ray-oh). Foreo is a swedish beauty brand that has made their way into oral care - they really are a self-care brand in my opinion. Having their products is like taking the spa home with you - all their products are luxurious, high-end, high quality, promotes taking care of your body and are backed by science and technology.
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