5 assumptions about your practice you need to challenge

The reasons practices struggle is not always because of the challenging situations they find themselves in. It is often because of the assumptions they make about what is and isn’t possible. Frequently these are based on unhelpful beliefs, and challenging assumptions can provide the solution needed.

If I were leading a practice today, these are the assumptions I would be challenging.

1️⃣ We can’t do any better than we are right now.

Even if you only improve one thing by 1% then you’re doing better. The truth is you can probably find many one percents.

2️⃣ We can’t work any differently to how we work right now.

The way things have always been done doesn’t mean that’s how it always has to be. Sticking with comfort and familiarity won’t bring success, but challenging the status quo might.

3️⃣ We can’t find time to do anything new.

Time may be your most scarce resource, but delegating, saying no, and prioritising will find you time.

4️⃣ We should only do what we’re required and told to do.

Don't be confined by specifications, contracts and requirements. Often more can be achieved outside of these, so always look for your real benefits.

5️⃣ We know better than anyone else how to improve our business.

You won’t see what you can’t see. An independent set of eyes, and a skill set you might not have, will show you what you’re missing.