Dental Leaders Podcast #7 - Marks of Excellence - Taking the Leap with Mark Hughes
Our guest today is a cosmetic dentist, and founder of the famous Harley Street Dental Group and Define Clinic, Mark Hughes.
He unleashes wisdom on what it takes to get to achieve success by learning from setbacks to come through more determined than ever.
Mark also tells us all about his globetrotting years, and how a chance booking at a boutique hotel provided the inspiration for his upscale London practice.
Enjoy!
“To be successful, you have to care about people in dentistry, and for me, kindness and a desire to help people overrides everything else you can do.”
- Mark Hughes
About Mark Hughes
Award-winning Mark Hughes is a cosmetic dentist, founder, and clinical director at Harley Street Dental Group. He recently launched Define Clinic (his latest venture) in the heart of Beaconsfield which combines cosmetic dentistry with medical aesthetic treatments
He enjoys more than 20 years’ experience in practice, with more than 10 years spent on Harley Street working at the pinnacle of dentistry.
Since opening the Harley Street practice in 2003, Mark has devoted himself to achieving the highest possible standards in cosmetic work. He has achieved accreditation with UK and US cosmetic organisations, and he is passionate about helping patients lead more confident and fulfilling lives.
In this episode:
02:34 - The childhood years
06:04 - Choosing a career path
10:02 - University - highs and lows
11:10 - Mark’s travels
18:23 - Owning and growing a practice
26:15 - Working on strengths and weaknesses
33:21 - Boutique inspiration
34:58 - Define Clinic
38:13 - Choosing a business partner
41:18 - Mark’s educational program for dentists
55:43 - Mark’s biggest mistake
56:21 - A clinical tip
59:44 - Success stories
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