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Show Notes

Struggling to find and keep the right dental team members? The game has changed, and so should your approach.

In this episode, dental recruiter and entrepreneur Wendy Aldhamen sits down with Anne Duffy to reveal what truly creates lasting matches between dental offices and team members. From swapping stories about baking the best chocolate chip cookies (spoiler: cookies bring people together!) to sharing how her unique strengths shape her approach, Wendy opens up about the power of personalized recruiting, keen intuition, and optimism, even when hiring feels impossible.

Wendy dives deep into what sets standout dental offices apart: open-mindedness, genuine communication, and a focus on people over lengthy must-have lists on resumes. She explains why great onboarding and structured training are the most important things new hires need, pointing out that poor preparation drives half of all new-hire departures in their first 90 days. Listen in as she details real-world advice for offices to rethink job ads, strengthen online presence, leverage employee referrals, and embrace leadership that listens and adapts. Whether you’re hiring or job-hunting, these insights will help your next move!

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why dental hiring is now a candidate-driven marketplace (and what to do about it)
• How to craft job ads and interviews that attract the right candidates
• The critical role of onboarding and structured training in retention
• Why personality and training potential often matter more than years of experience
• Steps to review and improve your practice’s online presence through a candidate’s eyes
• The impact of referral programs and bonuses on finding great talent
• How strong leaders build better teams by staying open to feedback and new ideas
• The importance of honest communication for both sides in an interview
• Practical strategies for diagnosing and overcoming hiring challenges in dental offices
• Tips for dental professionals: standing out (authentically!) in today’s job market

Press play now to discover how a people-first hiring approach can reshape your dental practice!

Learn More About Wendy Aldhamen Here!

• Website: https://careerelevationce.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/career_elevation/

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