What’s Next on the Personal MBA

I really love the Personal MBA – and am starting to see myself as a real business woman for the first time in my life. If you had told me 6 years ago that I would be successfully running my own business at 28, I would have told you that you were crazy. But somehow life has brought me here – and although the ride hasn’t always been smooth – it’s definitely been an adventure. So what am I reading next on The Personal MBA? Next up is – The Effective Executive by Peter Drucker.

Sprint Again

I didn’t think it would be possible for Sprint to mess up my bill again – after what happened back in August. But – it looks like I’m still being charged for my night and weekend minutes. Ugh – let’s hope I don’t have to go through this again.

Finding a Doctor You Can Trust

I don’t like going to the Doctor – and I generally avoid it whenever possible. But since I had SmartLipo – which even though it is non-invasive – is still a surgery, I’ve been thinking about the different doctors I’ve had throughout the years. When I was in college and going to the campus “QuackShack” I used to have this really scary doctor. He would make a lot of jokes like a used car salesman – and was just very intense. Then I had a woman doctor for a couple of years who was very efficient and businesslike – but had absolutely no bedside manner. Plus – it was like she had me on a 5 minute time limit. Every time I went to visit her – she would speak to me for exactly 5 minutes before rushing off to see another patient.

Which is why this most recent experience has struck me as being so refreshing. I had my smart lipo procedure done at The Skin and Vein Laser Center by Dr. Bergeron. Dr. B (yes – he’s cool enough to have a nickname) – is the kind of doctor who can make you feel comfortable in the most embarrassing of situations (including standing nearly naked in front of him while he draws lines on your body). Plus – he’s never too busy to sit down and answer any questions I might have. So I thought I would make up a quick checklist for what to look for in the perfect doctor for you:

1. Know the kind of doctor you’ll jive with. Remember that Doctor I had back in College? Well – my mother (who attended college with me) – absolutely loved him. She thought he was the greatest doctor since sliced bread. Different personality types require a different approach. So start off by finding a doctor who fits your style.
2. Make sure he/she passes the Trust Test. Having a doctor who is open, honest, and genuine is critical to your health – and might even save your life one day. Ask lots of questions – and really listen to the answers.
3. Trust your own instincts. Use the same criteria for picking a doctor as you would with picking a friend. If something doesn’t feel right to you – than chances are this isn’t the right doctor for you.
4. Word-of-Mouth referrals and reputable online directory are a good place to start searching for your next doctor. Also – talk to patients in the waiting room and find out what they think of the doctor on your first visit.

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