
Getting past the success hump
Most businesses get to a point where continued growth and improvement becomes harder to achieve. As top-line growth levels and plateaus, the challenge is to find a way to get past the hump and reach the next level.

OWNER & CO-FOUNDER
Dr. Albert “Ace” Goerig graduated from Case Western Reserve University Dental School in 1971 and was their distinguished alumnus in 2014. Following graduation, he joined the US Army and retired as a colonel in 1991 after 20 years of distinguished military service.
Dr. Goerig is a diplomat of the American Board of Endodontists. He is a sought-after speaker in endodontics and practice success—presenting at every national dental meeting and lecturing extensively throughout the United States, Canada and abroad. Dr. Goerig has authored over 60 published articles and is contributing author to numerous endodontic textbooks.
Dr. Goerig has a private endodontic practice in Olympia WA that is in the top 1% nation-wide while practicing only 90 days per year. In 1996, he co-founded Endo Mastery and developed his signature coaching program for endodontists. Nearly 1000 endodontists coast to coast have benefitted from his dedication to clinical care, business success and financial freedom.
He and his wife Nancy were married in 1969. They have five children and 13 grandchildren.
POSTS BY DR. ACE GOERIG

Most businesses get to a point where continued growth and improvement becomes harder to achieve. As top-line growth levels and plateaus, the challenge is to find a way to get past the hump and reach the next level.

Taking a break from your daily routine, to-do list and stresses can give you much-needed clarity as a practice leader. Learn why leadership perspective is essential to practice success.

What can you do when you feel work is taking over? Sometimes you need to take a moment to sort out your priorities and re-center around the things that truly make you happy.

Moving your endodontic practice forward often means wrestling with conflicting priorities. Part of you wants to make changes that will spur growth, while part of you worries about rocking the boat. Learn how to balance priorities without compromising.

Continued growth and practice success requires thinking ahead and planning for the future, including assessing the risks you face. Where are endodontists most vulnerable in today’s market?

Very few people can stay invigorated and motivated in isolation. Meeting up with your colleagues outside your practice is vital for leadership and growth.

Sometimes it is your own success that holds you back. It prevents you from seeing or exploring next-level growth options that aren’t aligned with your current knowledge. Here is why unlearning (and relearning) is vital:
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