Bulletproof Dental Practice

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

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

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

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

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

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 

Bulletproof Dental Practice Podcast Episode 293 Hosts: Dr. Peter Boulden & Dr. Craig Spodak Guest: Dr. Derek Giddon Key Takeaways:Introduction Origin Of Airpay Understanding Airpay Benefits And Pricing Of Airpay References: Bulletproof Mastermind Bulletproof Summit Mighty Networks: Bulletproof Dental Practice Bulletproof ERCAirpay BP-Airpay Tweetables: I didn’t leave practice until I saw what I was doing was working. Dr. Derek Giddon Human capital is the worst possible use of time. Dr. Craig Spodak

Bulletproof Dental Practice Podcast Episode 292 Hosts: Dr. Peter Boulden & Dr. Craig Spodak Guest: Dr. Paul Goodman Key Takeaways:Introduction Bullet Proof Summit Revenue And EBITDA Bullet Proof Pathway 10x Money Back Guarantee Advice To Dentists References: Bulletproof Mastermind Bulletproof Summit Mighty Networks: Bulletproof Dental Practice Bulletproof ERCDental Nachos The Bulletproof Practice  Tweetables: Knowledge isn't power, it’s the execution that’s power. Dr. Craig Spodak People don’t live inside your head. Dr. Paul Goodman It’s really important to get away from your practice to work on your practice. Dr. Paul Goodman Dentistry can be whatever you want it to be. Dr. Craig Spodak Life’s ultimate bottom line is your happiness. Dr. Craig Spodak There’s power in proximity. Dr. Peter Boulden

Bulletproof Dental Practice Podcast Episode 291 Hosts: Dr. Peter Boulden & Dr. Craig Spodak Guest: Dr. Trey Tippit Key Takeaways:Introduction Economic Status And Predictions Revenue Per Employee Or EBITDA Per Employee Lean And Mean With Your Dental Practice What’s Your Percentage? References: Bulletproof Mastermind Bulletproof Summit Mighty Networks: Bulletproof Dental Practice Bulletproof ERC To Sell or NOT to Sell PLUS Mastermind Ski Retreat Recap   Tweetables: Banking is just a confidence game. Dr. Peter Boulden I would rather be clunky than lost. Dr. Peter Boulden Look at assets instead of just cash. Dr. Craig Spodak Stick with what you know works. Dr. Trey Tippit Look for the sustainable number. Dr. Peter Boulden Refine your system or tap out. Dr. Craig Spodak In this time of uncertainty always use data as a point of reference. Dr. Peter Boulden Be self-aware and know what you are heading out to. Dr. Craig Spodak If your business has holes in it, take inventory. Dr. Craig Spodak Culture is small little interactions among people. Dr. Trey Tippit It’s hard to fake culture. Dr. Craig Spodak

Bulletproof Dental Practice Podcast Episode 290 Host: Dr. Peter Boulden  Guest: Randy Smith Key Takeaways:Introduction Updating Financial Statement Habit of Saving CPA Vs. Tax Advisors Educate Yourself On Your Taxes Mistakes Made References: Bulletproof Summit Bulletproof Mastermind Mighty Networks: Bulletproof Dental Practice Bulletproof ERC The Law of Success In Sixteen Lessons Warrior Sailing   Tweetables: Some people don’t take time to educate themselves. -Randy Smith Relationships matter. -Randy Smith