Fans of the band, M People or the TV show Miranda, might be familiar with the headline to this blog. But, 20 years after Heather Small and co. released it as a song, it’s still a good question to ask – especially now. Pride isn’t a feeling we identify easily with and sometimes wouldn’t label… Read More
Patient Journey
How to tailor your communication and gain a happier team and patients
Understanding the psychology of communication and different personality styles can be key to keeping both your team and patients happy. Knowing the different ways people think and make sense of the world can help to make sure you talk to them in a way that will resonate. In turn, this will lead to less misunderstandings,… Read More
Why you want people to talk behind your back…
People talking about you when you’re not around is a good thing – as long as what they’re saying is positive. If your patients are saying good things about you ‘behind your back’, that is often the best advertising you can wish for. With the bonus that it is completely free! Patients who sing your… Read More
Building rapport over the phone
Katrina Rees shares her advice on how to manage telephone enquiries and establish rapport from the get-go… Rapport is probably the most often used word when it comes to discussing how best to communicate with patients. Establishing rapport is central to building trust and creating strong bonds between you and your patients. And that relationship… Read More
The questions every new patient should be asked
Jo Phillpot, Business Development Consultant at DPAS, looks at the most important questions that you should be asking new patients… We all know that taking on new patients is one of the key ways to keep your practice thriving. Over the course of a lifetime they can generate thousands of pounds in income, not just… Read More
Five steps to successful Facebook adverts
Facebook adverts are an effective way to reach new patients – even if they are not following your practice’s page already. If you’re posting regularly to your page that’s a great way to raise awareness of your practice and engage with your audience. But you won’t necessarily be reaching everyone you want to. With targeted… Read More