The Dental Lighthouse with Dr. Jason Tanoory

167: Why You’re Starting to Resent Your Associate (And What to Do About It)

4 July 2026 · 24:38 · Episode 171

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Hiring an associate is supposed to make life easier. So why are you feeling more frustrated than ever? In this episode, Jason unpacks one of the most common but least discussed challenges practice owners face: resentment toward an associate who seemed like the right hire. He explores why this happens, how unmet expectations and poor systems often create the problem, and why the solution isn't always replacing the…

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