The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes 2402: Case Study - The Blackbelt Standard Pt. 1
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Dec 16, 2025 This podcast explores the prestigious Golden Rhino award, celebrating extraordinary transformations in dental practices. Listeners hear inspiring journeys of past recipients and the evolution of their leadership. The discussion reveals what it takes to be a Black Belt Coach, emphasizing traits like extreme ownership and perpetual learning. Highlights include deep dives into one recipient's challenges, strategic action plans for improvement, and the importance of robust financial management for lasting success. It's insightful and motivational!
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Past Golden Rhino Transformations
- Past Golden Rhino winners include Dr. Ben Kakis, Dr. Summer Casmel, and Dr. Matt Slivka with transformative growth stories.
- Winners scaled operatories dramatically and shifted leadership focus to systemization and culture to drive multimillion-dollar practices.
Measure Gain Not The Moving Goal
- Measure the gain (progress from your start) rather than the gap to a moving goal line to avoid burnout and disillusionment.
- Dan Sullivan's 'The Gap and the Gain' mindset reframes achievement and increases fulfillment.
What Black Belt Status Means
- Black Belt Coaches must be unanimous nominations and maintain status for six months before eligibility.
- These coaches typically earn seven-figure net incomes and leverage time to give back via coaching.