I speak quite frequently here on the topic of Side Hustles. When I talk about different ways you can generate additional income, I almost always mention blogging. So, in the spirit of transparency I am sharing my year-to-date blogging income (that is, January-August, 2021).
Read MoreThese days, especially with some of us working from home it seems almost impossible to have a little separation between your career and your life. In fact, for many people, their career is their life. But it doesn't have to be that way. Being happy and fulfilled requires making time for yourself just as much of a priority as your career.
Read MoreSo, you have an entrepreneurial spirit and aren’t exactly sure what to do with it. You know that you want to start a business, but what kind will you start? And what exactly does it take to get a company off the ground that succeeds long term?
Read MoreI recently sat with Michael Arias, host of The Dental Marketer Podcast where I shared my story of becoming a practice owner and entrepreneur. We also spoke about, you guessed it, marketing!
Read MoreMother - of all my titles, this is the one I am most proud of. I have been a mom for just under 2 months now and It has been one of the most fulfilling journeys, but it can be exhausting.
Read MoreAccording to Brodmin, the global gig economy is expected to grow to $455 billion by 2023. Want a piece of the pie? Establishing a successful gig-based business can give you extra money and greater financial stability.
Read MoreYou’ve got to center your plan around your goals, your personality, your lifestyle, and your comfort level. Don’t ignore the emotions, but also, consult the numbers. Understand your options and be a continual learner.
Read MoreThere are pros and cons of corporate dentistry. Like any business, the owners want a reliable pool of labor that’s perfectly happy with good benefits, a predictable income, and the illusion that working for someone else is safer than working for yourself.
Read MoreFinding time for ourselves is crucial these days, but it can be a challenge to do so when you have a lot on your plate. Those who are running a business and/or starting a side gig often feel pressure to hustle day and night, leaving little room for personal care.
Read MoreBlogging presents a big upside, but to be honest it’s not for everyone. The potential to make good money and turn it into something bigger than a side hustle is there. However, the downside to blogging is that you’ll almost definitely need to put in a lot of work and effort before you start to make money.
Read MoreBraces aren’t dreaded like in the past; now they cool and fun and every teenager (even adults too) want in. Here are six ways to keep your teeth clean when wearing braces, along with some recommended products:
Read MoreI recently sat with Dr. Steven Bradley, host of The Black Doctor’s Podcast where I shared my journey to becoming an Orthodontist, practice owner, entrepreneur, founder of UnOrthoDoc Candle Co. and co-founder of Dental Helping Hands.
Read MoreEver since the thought of becoming a dentist crossed my mind as a teenager, I envisioned having a practice of my own. The thought of working for someone conflicted with my desires because many people close to me worked for themselves. A few years post-residency, armed with a variety of experience in the field of dentistry, my dream of opening my own dental practice would soon take shape.
Read MoreIn the dental setting air quality has always been a concern but now that Covid-19 has become a pandemic we must be more conscious for ourselves and our patients. We want the best for our patients so we search for the best and most innovative ways to help protect them. One of my best investments during this pandemic for my practice was the Molekule Air Purifier.
Read MoreAs we optimistically set out to achieve great things at the beginning of the year, we must break our goals down into small manageable, attainable and realistic ones. Setting new year resolutions has been a long time tradition but did you know that statistics show that only about 10% of people actually stick to their new year resolutions past the month of January?
Read MoreWhen speaking of saving for retirement, it is very important to have some knowledge of compounding interest to fully understand the benefits of starting early. This post will cover some retirement basics, contribution limits and what to do with extra money should you find yourself so lucky.
Read MoreAs an Orthodontist, blogger, philanthropist and side hustle extraordinaire, my life takes a certain level of organization and my writing utensil is a big part of that. From writing charts, treatment planning, signing documents, and creating content, I need instruments that will help to not only keep me on track but also offer reliability and efficiency. One Instrument I am very particular about is my pen.
Read MoreWhether you’re a practice owner or an associate doctor, structuring holiday hours can be tricky but something we must always consider when planning our year. There are generally three main schools of thought when it comes to closing a practice for the holidays
Read MoreThe truth is, bad boss behaviors lead to poor employee engagement and high turnover. When you have a manager who treats you with respect and has your back, you are more likely to give your best and stay longer in a company, but when you have a bad boss, you're much more likely to be disengaged, suffer from anxiety and want to leave.
Read MoreEarning passive income is a great way to pursue other goals and interests. Passive income means continuing to get paid, even when you’re not working. Basically, you don’t need to be present to earn money! If you want more financial independence, there are many ways to generate other income streams.
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