GGPC ADMIN STUDY CLUB “MOMENTUM”

Welcome to the 2024-2025 GGPC Admin Study Club!

We’re thrilled to kick off this academic year, dedicated to empowering your office managers and admin team leaders. This years theme,  Momentum, symbolizes the continuous progress we aim to achieve together. Our focus is on fostering growth in leadership within the dental field while navigating the evolving landscape of dental office management. Our curriculum will cover key areas including operations, human resources, finances, and self-care—providing essential tools to enhance both personal and professional development.

Please ensure you reserve an hour each month to attend these valuable sessions. The knowledge gained will help them become stronger leaders, improve office management, and drive your practice toward its goals.

We look forward to an exciting and impactful year ahead!

2025 Admin Study Club Calendar

GGPC Admin Study Club programs are held virtually over zoom from 12:00-1:00pm Pacific Time. Click the buttons below to RSVP for each meeting other receive the meeting link.

May 14

Personal Care Practices and Why They’re Important

  • In this session, we’ll explore the vital role personal care practices play in preventing burnout, lowering stress, and boosting productivity at work. You’ll learn how incorporating small acts of self-care into your daily routine can significantly impact your well-being and enhance your performance

  • Upon completion of this session, you should be able to:

    ·     Better manage stress, improving focus and energy levels.

    ·     Gain practical tips on maintaining balance and taking care of yourself so you can show up as your best self at work.

  • Lecture up to 45 Minutes

    AGD Subject Code: 550; Human Relations / Practice & Management /

    Disclosure: Speaker Hillary

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2024 Archived Study Club Calendar

September 26

Insights into Working Geniuses for Improved Team Dynamics

  • In this session, we’ll help you discover your unique working genius and explore how understanding it can transform your management approach. By identifying your strengths and the ways you naturally work best, you'll learn how to tailor your leadership style to empower and motivate your team

  • Upon completion of this session, you can expect to:

    ·      Understand your working genius and transform your management style and empower your team.

    ·      Gain the tools to manage with greater confidence and help your team thrive.

  • Lecture up to 45 Minutes

    AGD Subject Code: 550; Human Relations / Practice & Management /

    Disclosure: Kim Bates is HR and Systems Expert at GGPC

January 15

Navigate HR Challenges Like a Pro

  • Join us on for a crucial session with Kim Bates, GGPC Coach and Certified HR Specialist with Bent Ericksen. Human resources management is crucial for ensuring compliance, improving employee satisfaction, and fostering a positive workplace culture. During this session, Kim will cover the key things your practice should be doing at the beginning of the year to ensure compliance in your practice. 

  • Upon completion of this session, you should be able to:

    ·      Navigate the HR landscape more confidently.

    ·      Step into the 2025 year with an outline of what you need to do to ensure compliance and a supportive environment for your team members. 

  • Lecture up to 45 Minutes

    AGD Subject Code: 550; Human Relations / Practice & Management /

    Disclosure: Kim Bates is HR and Systems Expert at GGPC

October 23

The Art of Delegation

  • Join us online October 23 and dive into the art of successful delegation and how to cultivate a culture of accountability within your team. Learn how to free up your schedule for more strategic tasks while elevating both your leadership style and your team's performance. You will also l earn effective delegation techniques and how to foster accountability within your team.

  • Upon completion of this session, you can expect to:

    ·      Create effective task lists.

    ·      Distinguish between high-level work and tasks that can be delegated.

  • Lecture up to 45 Minutes

    AGD Subject Code: 550; Human Relations / Practice & Management /

    Disclosure: Kim Bates is HR and Systems Expert at GGPC

February 12

Facilitating Effective Team Meetings

  • In this virtual session, Tiffany Dalton, Administrative Trainer & Support Specialist for GGPC will teach office managers how to lead team meetings that are focused, efficient, and drive real results. This session will cover strategies for creating clear agendas, keeping meetings on track, and ensuring actionable follow-ups. Learn how to run productive meetings that not only engage your dental team but also improve communication and streamline operations.

  • Upon completion of this session, you should be able to:

    ·      Run productive meetings to better engage your team.

    ·      Ensure your dental team stays aligned and on task.

  • Lecture up to 45 Minutes

    AGD Subject Code: 550; Human Relations / Practice & Management /

    Disclosure: Kim Bates is HR and Systems Expert at GGPC

November 20

Exploring the Benefits of Insurance Outsourcing with Ashley Bond

  • Join us for an insightful session featuring special guest Ashley Bond, Co-Founder and Chief Dental Billing Officer at Wisdom. Ashley has an impressive background, having founded Bond Dental Billing and developed a nationwide billing service inspired by her experiences in her father’s dental practice. As a proud member of ASCA and SCN, she is dedicated to professional development and excellence in the dental billing community.

  • Upon completion of this session, attendees should be able to:

    · Understand the benefits of outsourcing insurance.

    · Identify and address common misconceptions about outsourcing insurance, gaining clarity on its impact on dental practice operations.

  • Lecture up to 45 Minutes

    AGD Subject Code: 550; Human Relations / Practice & Insurance Management

    Disclosure: Ashley Bond is Co-Founder and Chief Dental Billing Officer at Wisdom.

March 12

Financial Side of Dentistry Part 2

  • In this session, we will explore the key business aspects of the dental profession, focusing on strategies that impact the financial success of your practice. From effective marketing techniques to improving patient conversion, we’ll cover important topics that help drive growth and profitability.

  • Upon completion of this session, you should be able to:

    ·      Gain valuable insights into the financial operations of your dental practice

    ·      Learn how to optimize strategies that improve patient engagement and support long-term success.

  • Lecture up to 45 Minutes

    AGD Subject Code: 550; Human Relations / Practice & Management /

    Disclosure: Speaker TBA