{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"The Hygiene Hiring Crisis","description":" Most hiring conversations in dentistry start with the wrong question. \u201cDo people even want to work anymore?\u201d But today\u2019s workforce trends tell a different story. Employees are evaluating workplaces just as much as employers are evaluating them\u2014and many candidates are prioritizing flexibility, leadership, clarity, and culture over compensation alone. In this episode of Dental Drill Bits, Dana and Sandy unpack one of the biggest frustrations in dentistry right now: hiring hygienists in a changing workforce landscape. Together, they break down how practices can stop hiring emotionally, start interviewing strategically, and create environments where the right people actually want to stay. You\u2019ll also hear: \u2714\ufe0f Why \u201cneeding a job\u201d is not a predictor of long-term success \u2714\ufe0f The biggest mistake doctors make during hygiene interviews \u2714\ufe0f How to ask behavioral-based interview questions that reveal the truth \u2714\ufe0f Why candidates are evaluating your practice during the interview process \u2714\ufe0f The role leadership and structure play in retention \u2714\ufe0f How unclear expectations contribute to disengagement and burnout \u2714\ufe0f Why alignment\u2014not desperation\u2014is the key to better hiring \u2714\ufe0f One immediate change you can make in your next interview Key Takeaway Hiring isn\u2019t about finding someone who needs a job. It\u2019s about finding someone who aligns with the environment, expectations, and leadership within your practice. When expectations are clear, systems are structured, and communication is consistent, practices stop hiring reactively\u2014and start building stronger, more reliable teams. Special Thanks to Our Sponsors: \ud83d\udce3 Identity Dental Marketing \u2013 Strategic, ethical, brand-aligned marketing that works. \ud83d\udcca Practice by Numbers \u2013 A unified platform that brings performance, workflows, and insights into one system\u2014creating accountability without pressure and helping practices make smarter, data-driven decisions. \ud83d\udcf2 Join the Conversation! What interview question has helped you identify a great team member\u2014or a major red flag? Have you changed the way you hire in today\u2019s workforce environment? Join the discussion in the Dental Drill Bits Facebook Group\u2014we\u2019d love to hear your experience and may feature it in a future episode. Upcoming Event Front Desk Pro In-Person Seminar \ud83d\udccd September 18, 2026 \u2013 Dallas, Texas \ud83c\udf9f\ufe0f Promo Code for $100 Off Tuition: Secret Sauce   ","author_name":"Dental Drill Bits with Sandy Pardue and Dana Pardue","author_url":"http:\/\/sandyparduedanasalisbury.libsyn.com\/podcast","html":"