

Bulletproof Dental Practice
Dr. Peter Boulden & Dr. Craig Spodak
Dentistry is evolving - Is your practice BULLETPROOF?
Marketing. Systems. Leadership. Proven strategies to grow your practice with co-hosts Dr. Peter Boulden and Dr. Craig Spodak.
Marketing. Systems. Leadership. Proven strategies to grow your practice with co-hosts Dr. Peter Boulden and Dr. Craig Spodak.
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Jun 28, 2023 • 1h 17min
Loan Bites, Rogan Shots, Dyrdek Vision & AI Wisdom: All in a Dental Day’s Work!
Bulletproof Dental Practice Podcast Episode 303 Hosts: Dr. Peter Boulden & Dr. Craig Spodak Guests: Dr. Trey Tippit & Dr. Dwight Peccora Key Takeaways: ● Strategies to become a person of value and develop resilience ● Recognition of the top three hygienists in the country ● Learning easy tricks for dental hygienists to improve efficiency ● Resumption of student loan payments starting in September ● Dentistry's current focus on the psychological aspect of patient care ● Addressing the hygiene crisis within the dental industry ● Shift in favor of employees in the job market ● High-risk status of 7.8 million federal borrowers potentially missing loan payments ● Search results for dental hygienists ● Engagement in a vaccine debate on Twitter involving Dr. Rogan ● Cultural aspects surrounding the vaccine debate ● Raising awareness about mental health issues in society ● Importance of fostering intellectual debate and the recent decline in trust ● Recognizing the significance of understanding the middle-core perspective ● Challenging the difficulty of changing someone's beliefs ● Acknowledging Rob Dyrdek as a successful and savvy entrepreneur ● Insights shared in "The First Million" podcast ● Emphasizing the value of time management and balance ● Life optimization principles discussed by Rob Dyrdek ● Reflections on Father's Day and the importance of having visions and goals ● Exploring the entrepreneurial dimension within dentistry ● Examining societal narratives around work and finding meaning ● Strategies for increasing personal value and worth ● Reevaluation of the perception of work as cruel ● Recognizing the positive aspects of work and its role in personal fulfillment ● Addressing burnout prevention in the dental profession ● Hiring an implementer for effective practice management ● Strategies for implementing new ideas and initiatives ● Delegation as a crucial aspect of successful business operations ● Cultivating fulfillment and purpose at work ● Importance of regular and productive meetings ● Establishing accountability and fostering a responsible team ● Understanding the impact of lateral pressure in organizational dynamics ● Weekly leadership team meetings to drive progress ● Significance of goal-setting and tracking progress ● Key considerations when building the annual plan ● Embracing the evolution of the company and decision-making processes ● Creating a more resilient business by reducing personal involvement ● Applying leadership principles from "The Five Levels of Leadership" by Maxwell ● Developing successors for high-value tasks and responsibilities ● Setting a clear vision and guiding the team towards success ● Dual aspects of leadership: personal growth and empowering others ● Overcoming challenges through taking calculated risks ● Expanding the application of AI in the dental field ● Exploring joint ventures in dentistry in Texas ● Streamlining email management through the use of plugins in Gmail ● Enhancing efficiency by leveraging plugins for email copying and pasting ● Optimizing processes for improved speed and quality ● Auto-reply systems for efficient email and text communication ● Implementing process streamlining techniques ● Applying the Six Sigma approach to dentistry for enhanced quality ● Utilizing dental technology to support the Six Sigma methodology ● Delegating tasks to team members for improved productivity ● Introducing a new automation system for cost-effective ordering and inventory management ● Announcement of the upcoming mastermind or class, "Bulletproof GPT” References: Bulletproof Mastermind Bulletproof Summit Mighty Networks: Bulletproof Dental Practice Tweetable: Be a person of value, I think there’s an over-obsession with an intrinsic ‘look at yourself, like ‘How can I be fulfilled?’, ‘How can I be happy?’. And when you look inside for fulfillment or happiness, you’re going to ruin the possibility of achieving it. So, it is how you become more valuable like you get what you want in life by helping other people get what they want. – Dr. Craig Spodak

Jun 15, 2023 • 39min
Overcoming Scheduling Challenges, Micrometrics Utilization, and the Distinction Between DSOs and Private Dentists
Bulletproof Dental Practice Podcast Episode 302 Host: Dr. Peter Boulden & Dr. Craig Spodak Guest: Amol Nirgudkar Key Takeaways: Teaching AI how to understand dentistry The problem is not marketing, it’s scheduling Leveraging micrometrics How DSOs compare to private dentists The problem with metrics Authenticity is what we’re selling References: Bulletproof Mastermind Bulletproof Summit Mighty Networks: Bulletproof Dental Practice Patient Prism Tweetable: Selling, if you’re moving the patients to better health by all means you can call me a salesperson because I’m changing somebody’s life. That’s okay! Sometimes the word sales are almost prohibited in healthcare. But we’re not selling, we really are moving the patients forward and their journey to betterhealth.-Amol Nirgudkar

Jun 8, 2023 • 1h 5min
Building a Thriving Dental Practice: Things We Wish We Knew, Reducing Vertical Integration, New Marketing Hacks
Bulletproof Dental Practice Podcast Episode 301 Host: Dr. Peter Boulden & Dr. Craig Spodak Guests: Dr. Trey Tippit & Dr. Dwight Peccora Key Takeaways: Developing a Dental Practice Key Considerations for Establishing a Dental Practice Establishing an In-House Dental Lab Investing in a Cutting-edge Dental Lab Recruitment of Skilled Ceramists and Designers for Dental Labs Effective Marketing Strategy Addressing Challenges with Automated Review Processes Optimizing Vertical Integration to Enhance Efficiency Renowned Speakers at the Bulletproof Summit 2023 References: Bulletproof Mastermind Bulletproof Summit Mighty Networks: Bulletproof Dental Practice Tweetables: There are a lot of ways to grow, and it is not always bigger, better, faster. It’s not always revenue and it is not always profit, there are more other ways to grow. – Dr. Trey Tippit

May 31, 2023 • 1h 16min
Unlocking Total Freedom, Redefining the Playing Field, Building for the Future and Embracing Opportunities
Bulletproof Dental Practice Podcast Episode 300 Host: Dr. Peter Boulden & Dr. Craig Spodak Guests: Dr. Trey Tippit & Dr. Dwight Peccora Key Takeaways: Dental Economics The importance of NOT selling Total dental spending in the United States and the vulnerability of the dental profession Achieving total dental freedom and navigating rising costs and economic downturns Importance of patient experience and leveling the playing field in dentistry Structured and scaled methods of DSOs (Dental Service Organizations) Competition and alignment between personal and business horizons Solutions for the back end of the dental business The importance of autonomy, taking action, and embracing risks Challenging the status quo and consolidation in the healthcare industry Learning from other companies, such as Delta Airlines, and dentistry as a tech-based industry Importance of reception and being on time in dental practices Advice for new building owners and the need to think about the future Importance of space in dental offices and the perspective on solo practitioners Stoic view of asking for help and the significance of doubling down Building dental offices with adequate size and being entrepreneurial Exciting developments in dentistry Technological advancements in dental labs and the impact of AI Advice for healthcare professionals and using AI in basic examples Notable marketing strategies and the importance of investigation Reactions to the idea of same-day dentistry and its relevance References: bpPatientPrism.com Bulletproof Mastermind Bulletproof Summit Mighty Networks: Bulletproof Dental Practice Tweetables: Sometimes you can learn from studying other companies. -Dr. Peter Boulden

May 12, 2023 • 1h 19min
Navigating Dental Economics, Strategies for Thriving in a Recession, Cyberhacks & Unpaid Associates
Bulletproof Dental Practice Podcast Episode 299 Host: Dr. Peter Boulden & Dr. Craig Spodak Guests: Dr. Trey Tippit & Dr. Dwight Peccora Key Takeaways: Dental Economics 65% of dentist report the RISING OVERHEAD is their biggest challenge right now 90% surveyed believe that there is a "shortage of dental professionals" 70% of offices did better in 2022 than in 2021 but only 5% reported increase was better than 25%. Recessionary Strategy Increase / Focus on hygiene patients Negotiation strategies for supplies/labs Aspen Dental "Cyberhack" 2023 Bulletproof Summit References: Bulletproof Mastermind Bulletproof Summit Mighty Networks: Bulletproof Dental Practice Bullet Proof ERC Airpay Dental Economics Article From Strength to Strength: Finding Success, Happiness, and Deep Purpose in the Second Half of Life Tweetables: Pay attention to your P&L percentages. - Dr. Craig Spodak Have a good sword and a good shield. - Dr. Craig Spodak The money is in the chair. - Dr. Trey Tippit The sustainability of a dental practice relies on the hygiene program. -Dr. Trey Tippit A good reappointment feeds the pre-appointment. -Dr. Trey Tippit If you’re that great you have to create awareness and scale to your community. -Dr. Peter Boulden

May 4, 2023 • 1h 8min
Maximizing Marketing, Debunking Myths, and Sharing Hard Truths
Bulletproof Dental Practice Podcast Episode 298 Host: Dr. Peter Boulden & Dr. Craig Spodak Guests: Dr. Trey Tippit & Dr. Dwight Peccora Key Takeaways: Introduction Most effective marketing for your practice Branding vs Educational vs. Storytelling Using Google Alerts for competition + reputational awareness AI advancements to demonstrate Macro: "Crypto is dead" Tweet on SS running out in 2033 - NO ONE WILL SAVE YOU References: Bulletproof Mastermind Bulletproof Summit Mighty Networks: Bulletproof Dental Practice Bulletproof ERC Tweetables: People would watch a video if they’re actually fun to watch. -Dr. Trey Tippit Different platforms speak different languages. -Dr. Dwight Pecorra If you’re thinking of working somewhere, work in a financially stable institution. -Dr. Craig Spodak

Apr 27, 2023 • 59min
AACD: Fine-Tuning the Patient Experience for Success
Bulletproof Dental Practice Podcast Episode 297 Hosts: Dr. Peter Boulden & Dr. Craig Spodak Key Takeaways: Introduction Preparing for AACD Compensation drives behavior and success The importance of AACD and its benefits Fine tuning the patient experience The power of freedom of direction The patient experience timeline Making assumptions about your patients The tech stack Take good care of your team Creating meaning, not just money The five KPIs that move the needle in a practice Vegas is whatever you want it to be! Don’t make excuses for your evolution References: Dental Success Institute Bulletproof Mastermind Bulletproof Summit Mighty Networks: Bulletproof Dental Practice Bulletproof ERC Tweetables: Compensation drives behavior. - Dr. Craig Spodak Don’t make yourself the hero; we’re the guide. - Dr. Craig Spodak Choose to see what’s coming or choose to be irrelevant. - Dr. Craig Spodak Take care of your team and they will take care of your business. - Dr. Craig Spodak If you don’t care about them they’re not going to care about you or the business. - Dr. Craig Spodak Don’t feel inauthentic if you evolve. - Dr. Craig Spodak Our evolution makes people feel uncomfortable. - Dr. Craig Spodak

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Apr 19, 2023 • 51min
The Bulletproof Dentalpreneur with Dr. Mark Costes
Bulletproof Dental Practice Podcast Episode 296 Hosts: Dr. Peter Boulden & Dr. Craig Spodak Guests: Dr. Mark Costes Key Takeaways: Introduction Advice For Varied Audiences Planning And Strategies For A Group Challenges In Scaling A Small Group Outlook Of Dentistry Reason Behind Consolidation References: Peter and Craig join Dr. Mark Costes on The Dentalpreneur Podcast Dental Success Institute Bulletproof Mastermind Bulletproof Summit Mighty Networks: Bulletproof Dental Practice Bulletproof ERC Tweetables: We spend a decade trying to fix something that was never really wrong in the first place. -Dr. Craig Spodak We are problem-solvers. - Dr. Mark Costes Traveling upstream requires work. -Dr. Craig Spodak In life, what we need are micro-corrections. -Dr. Craig Spodak Failure and success could be a couple of microns. -Dr. Craig Spodak We make more each year but we spend more. -Dr. Craig Spodak Everybody that has an audience has a responsibility to do. - Dr. Mark Costes

Apr 12, 2023 • 1h 13min
Practice Perspectives: Catching Up, Buying In, and Expanding Out
Bulletproof Dental Practice Podcast Episode 295 Hosts: Dr. Peter Boulden & Dr. Craig Spodak Guest: Dr. Dwight Peccora and Dr. Trey Tippit Key Takeaways: Introduction Takeaway From Marcus Independent Dentist Versus Consolidation Status Sell Or Not To Sell Investor Pressure Not Being Paralyzed By Interest Rates Acquisition: Look At Production Not Collection Marketing And Phone Conversion Teaser For Next Podcast Invest In Your Team References: Bulletproof Mastermind Bulletproof Summit Mighty Networks: Bulletproof Dental Practice Bulletproof ERC Tweetables: There is very few business training out there. Dr. Craig Spodak Diversify to maintain growth. Dr. Dwight Peccora Banks love to give you money when you don’t need it. Dr. Craig Spodak People are looking for care NOW! Dr. Dwight Peccora You have to be the person who steps ahead. Dr. Craig Spodak

Apr 5, 2023 • 1h 12min
Show Me Your Friends and I'll Show You Your Future with Randy Smith
Bulletproof Dental Practice Podcast Episode 294 Hosts: Dr. Peter Boulden & Dr. Craig Spodak Guest: Randy Smith Key Takeaways:IntroductionThoughts On Regional Banks TikTok Legislation Actionable Item To Move Out Of Regional Banks Interest Rates Private Equity Take Time Aside Low Cost Way To Stop Attrition References: Bulletproof Summit Bulletproof Mastermind Mighty Networks: Bulletproof Dental Practice Bulletproof ERC To Sell or NOT to Sell PLUS Mastermind Ski Retreat Recap What Got You Here Won't Get You There: How Successful People Become Even More Successful Warrior Sailing Tweetables: People, in the face of uncertainty, need a process. -Dr. Craig Spodak Recessions happen when people stop spending money. - Randy Smith Don’t look at anything with your face on the paper. - Randy Smith Look at everything from a macro view. - Randy Smith There comes a time when it’s the right time. -Randy Smith It doesn’t help that you’re really on people. -Dr. Craig Spodak Most deals don’t close. -Randy Smith So many people operate by gut. -Dr. Peter Boulden