The Three Dental Dynamos: Would You Take Them Back? The Boomerang Team Member Ep. 6

They left. Or maybe we let them go. Now they want their old job back. Do you open the door?

In this episode, the Three Dental Dynamos tackle one of the most debated questions in practice leadership: should you ever rehire a former team member? Spoiler: we didn't all agree, and that's what made this conversation so much fun (and a little eye-opening).

We get honest about the questions we ask ourselves before saying yes, why "I miss them" isn't a hiring strategy, and how to figure out whether someone left because of them or because of us. Then we turn the lens around to the team standing in front of you right now: how to assess who's thriving, who's coasting, and who might already have one foot out the door.

In this episode:

• Rehire or run? When bringing someone back makes sense and when it's a hard no
• The self-check questions every leader should ask before a rehire
• Was it them or was it us? Looking honestly at why people leave
• How a returning team member affects the people who stayed
• Assessing your current team with fresh eyes, before the next resignation letter lands

Whether you're a dentist, office manager, or team lead, this one will have you rethinking every exit interview you've ever done.

Have you ever rehired a former team member? Did it work out? We want to hear your story. Reach out and let us know!