Your Team Doesn’t Hate Stats. They Hate How Stats Are Introduced.
If you’ve ever rolled out tracking numbers in your practice and felt the energy drop instantly, you’re not alone.
Eye rolls. Silence. Resistance.
And suddenly, something that should drive growth feels like a morale killer.
Here’s the truth most practices miss:
The problem isn’t the stats. It’s the buy-in.
In our latest episode of the Dental Drill Bits podcast, Sandy Pardue and Dana Salisbury break down why team members push back on tracking numbers and how leaders can shift the conversation from compliance to cooperation.
This episode is for practice owners, office managers, and leaders who want accountability without tension and clarity without micromanaging.
You’ll hear:
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Why teams often see statistics as punishment instead of support
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How leadership language directly affects buy-in and motivation
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The difference between “tracking for control” and “tracking for clarity”
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How to position stats as tools that help the team win, not get watched
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Practical ways to introduce metrics so your team understands the purpose, not just the pressure
One of the biggest takeaways?
People don’t resist numbers. They resist feeling measured without being valued.
This conversation reframes statistics as a shared scoreboard, not a report card. When teams understand how the numbers help patients, protect schedules, and create stability in their roles, engagement changes.
If you’re ready to stop forcing compliance and start building cooperation, this episode is a must-listen.
?? Listen to the full episode now and start changing how your team sees stats—without adding another system, software, or meeting.