You’re starting a new job in practice management. How can you make the most of your first 90 days?

1 Know your role

The first step to becoming an effective practice manager is to know your role and responsibilities. You should review your job description, your contract, and your performance expectations with your employer or supervisor. You should also familiarize yourself with the mission, vision, and values of the practice, as well as the policies and procedures that govern its operations. You should ask questions, seek feedback, and clarify any doubts or concerns you may have. Knowing your role will help you set realistic goals, prioritize your tasks, and communicate your expectations to others.

2 Learn the culture

The second step to becoming an successful practice manager is to learn the culture of the practice and the people you work with. You should observe and respect the norms, traditions, and preferences of the practice, such as its communication style, decision-making process, and conflict resolution methods. You should also get to know your staff, your peers, and your clients on a personal and professional level. You should introduce yourself, listen to their stories, and show interest in their opinions and needs. Learning the culture will help you build rapport, trust, and collaboration with others.

4 Plan your actions

The fourth step to becoming a proactive practice manager is to plan your actions and implement them in a timely and effective manner. You should prioritize your goals, tasks, and projects based on their urgency, importance, and impact. You should also create a realistic timeline, budget, and scope for each action. You should also assign roles, responsibilities, and resources to your staff, your peers, and your clients as needed. You should also monitor, evaluate, and adjust your actions as you go along. Planning your actions will help you achieve your outcomes, manage your resources, and demonstrate your results.

5 Communicate your progress

The fifth step to becoming a transparent practice manager is to communicate your progress and share your achievements with your employer, your staff, and your clients. You should update them regularly on the status, challenges, and successes of your actions. You should also provide feedback, recognition, and support to your staff, your peers, and your clients for their contributions and achievements. You should also seek feedback, recognition, and support from your employer, your staff, and your clients for your own performance and development. Communicating your progress will help you maintain accountability, alignment, and engagement with others.

6 Keep learning and growing

The sixth and final step to becoming a lifelong practice manager is to keep learning and growing from your experiences and opportunities. You should reflect on your strengths, weaknesses, and areas of improvement as a practice manager. You should also seek and pursue new knowledge, skills, and competencies that can enhance your practice management abilities. You should also network and collaborate with other practice managers, industry experts, and professional associations that can offer you insights, advice, and resources. Keeping learning and growing will help you stay relevant, adaptable, and innovative as a practice manager.