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Scaling the Truth with Alicia is a podcast created by a hygienist, for hygienists. Each episode dives into the real conversations shaping dental hygiene today.From honest discussions about burnout and boundaries to transparent product opinions and stories that are funny,…
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Red Flags, Green Flags, and the Dental Hygiene Interview — Part 2 (opens the original)
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Red Flags, Green Flags, and the Dental Hygiene Interview — Part 2 You got the interview. Now the bigger question is: Should you actually take the job? In Part 2 of this Scaling the Truth with Alicia series, we turn the dental hygiene interview around and focus on how dental hygienists can interview the dental office , recognize workplace red flags, identify green flags, evaluate a working interview, and negotiate a job offer with confidence. We’ll cover the questions every RDH should consider as
Before You Say Yes: The Dental Hygienist’s Guide to Interviewing an Office — Part 1 (opens the original)
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Interviewing for a dental hygiene position is about more than having the “right” answers. It’s about knowing your value, communicating professionally, and walking into the conversation prepared. In Part 1 of this two-part Scaling the Truth series, Alicia breaks down how dental hygienists can prepare for an interview, talk confidently about their experience, handle difficult questions, discuss compensation, and present themselves professionally—without feeling like they have to say yes to everyth
The Smart Temp Hygienist: Building a Flexible, Financially Sound Career (opens the original)
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The Smart Temp Hygienist: Building a Flexible, Financially Sound Career In Part 3 of Alicia’s W-2 vs. 1099 series, the conversation moves from worker classification and financial fundamentals to the practical realities of building a successful temp hygiene career. Alicia shares strategies for choosing assignments thoughtfully, negotiating pay professionally, building strong relationships with dental offices, evaluating malpractice insurance, tracking expenses, preparing for slower months, creati
W-2 vs. 1099: The Financial Reality Every Dental Hygienist Needs to Understand | Part 2 (opens the original)
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A higher hourly rate doesn't always mean a better opportunity. In Part 2 of this special series, Alicia Walker takes a practical look at the financial realities behind W-2 and 1099 employment for dental hygienists—especially those who temp or fill in. Rather than getting lost in tax jargon and complicated numbers, this episode uses real-world examples to help you understand what your paycheck may (and may not) be telling you. We'll talk about total compensation, benefits, retirement planning, wo
The 1099 Myth: Why Tennessee Dental Hygienists Should Think Twice (opens the original)
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Should you accept a 1099 position as a temporary dental hygienist? It's one of the most common questions I've been asked while speaking at dental hygiene meetings and events across Tennessee—and one of the most misunderstood topics in our profession. In this episode of Scaling the Truth , we're breaking down the difference between a W-2 employee and a 1099 independent contractor in plain language. Together, we'll walk through a typical day as a temp hygienist, discuss what the IRS actually consi
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