

DEO's Growth Secrets Podcast for Dental Organizations
Emmet Scott - CEO, Growth Leader
DEO’S Growth Secrets Podcast for Dental Organizations is for dental leaders who are seeking to build thriving dental organizations and have more profit, time, and impact. DEO Partner Emmet Scott hosts successful dental entrepreneurs, DSO leaders, and subject matter experts, from across the dental industry. Though the industry has more opportunities than ever, organizations and leaders have more questions than ever. DEO’S Growth Secrets Podcast is a space where dental industry leaders discuss tough problems and share solutions for how to make a positive impact and achieve success.
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Apr 4, 2024 • 38min
190: Navigating The Changing Insurance Reimbursement Landscape
In this episode, Emmet hosts Nick Noda, Group Account Executive at Kleer, to discuss the changing insurance reimbursement landscape. Emmet and Nick overview and diagnose why insurance reimbursements are not keeping up with the increasing expenses of running a practice, whether it is a crisis, and how/whether dental owners and entrepreneurs can operate more efficiently/employ other strategies to mitigate this challenge. Related topics discussed include consumer behavior, patient demands, software, the maturing DSO industry, staying competitive, economic/inflationary pressures, labor challenges, bridging the gap for patients who do not have insurance, dental membership plans, and much more. Learn how Kleer helped one DSO increase production by 150%: Download the free case study here👉 https://bit.ly/kleerpodcast For More Info Visit👉 https://www.kleer.com/

Mar 28, 2024 • 46min
189: Women Leaders in Group Dentistry
In this episode DEO Coach Amber Nish hosts Dr. Lori Noga, founder and CEO of Tranquility Dental Wellness Center with 4 locations in Washington state; Dr. Maja Martin, co-owner and chief dental officer of Village Dental with 4 locations in North Carolina; and Camie Worley, DEO Operations Coach. They each share their career journeys highlighting their successes and lessons learned. Dr. Noga, Dr. Martin, Camie, and Amber also discuss a multitude of topics on women's leadership in group dentistry including the benefits of having women in ownership/leadership positions; the difference between how a woman leads vs. how a man leads; “Mom guilt“; the imposter syndrome; women supporting each other in leadership roles; and much, much more. Tune in for this special episode for words of wisdom and insight from some of the most amazing women leaders in the industry. Join us for growth, knowledge, and fun at DEO Summit 2024, the most powerful event in group dentistry! Get your ticket today and save $200 with coupon code PODCAST. Register now 👉 https://bit.ly/3PG3eZ3

Feb 8, 2024 • 39min
188: Decoding Accounting & Financials for Scaling Success
Patrick Arnold and Mark Rudolph from Elliot Davis discuss accounting and finance for dental entrepreneurs. They cover benchmarking, partnerships, associate equity, compensation, margins, financial acumen, and more. They emphasize the need for tailored accounting services, forward-looking accounting, budgeting, and forecasting. They outline steps to align financial systems with practice growth, ensuring access to crucial data for successful scaling.

Jan 25, 2024 • 44min
187: Large Practice Sales and Partnerships
In this episode, Emmet hosts Chip Fichtner, Co-founder and Principal, Large Practice Sales. They discuss what's happening in the marketplace right now; partnerships; if you're thinking about a transaction; what constitutes a “large practice sale”; ways deals are being structured currently, the difference between a DSO and an “IDSO”; and much more. Chip shares what numbers to look out for and any potential red flags when considering a transaction. They dive deep into specific financial indicators to review when evaluating a DSO’s financial health, and many more financial topics. To Learn More About Large Practice Sales Visit their Website: https://largepracticesales.com/ FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/largepracticesales This Podcast is Sponsored by Large Practice Sales.

Dec 15, 2023 • 33min
186: Revolutionizing Dentistry: Maximizing Profitability with Rectangle Health's Tech Solutions
In this episode, Emmet Scott sits down with Brian Doyle from Rectangle Health to explore the crucial topic of profitability in dental practices. Together, they navigate the landscape of Rectangle Health's innovative solutions, including post-adjudication balance collection, virtual insurance card processing, and waitlist management with patient self-scheduling. Discover how these tools simplify payment processes, automate insurance tasks, and optimize scheduling, ultimately boosting revenue and enhancing the patient experience. Doyle emphasizes the pivotal role of technology in reducing costs and increasing efficiency, making this episode a must-listen for dental professionals looking to stay ahead in the industry.

Nov 10, 2023 • 18min
185: The Secret to Scaling: The Power of Organizing Your Ideas
Emmett, The key to scaling your dental group, discusses the power of organizing and prioritizing ideas to supercharge business growth. Learn about the IDOPE process, project management, and creating clarity to scale your practice with precision.

Nov 3, 2023 • 42min
184: Student Loan Repayments: What it Means for You as a Dental Leader
In this special episode of DEO Growth Secrets Podcast, host Emmet Scott and CEO of the DEO Jake Puhl dive into student loan repayments and its potential impact on the dental industry and answer questions from DEO members in real time. Join us for essential insights into navigating the evolving dental landscape.

Oct 23, 2023 • 14min
183: Cracking the Growth Code: Defining Your Departments
Have you ever wondered about the right staffing and costs for essential departments like RCM, HR, marketing, and finance? It's a common concern, but the first right question, "How are you defining your department?" often remains unasked. In today's episode, Emmet unravels the significance of clear definitions in leadership, paving the way for success.

Oct 6, 2023 • 28min
182: Commercial Real Estate Ownership for Dental Practice Owners
In this episode, Emmet speaks with Kyle Henderson, Head of Acquisitions, Withco about “all things” real estate investment. In particular, Kyle discusses a real estate investment strategy that emphasizes properties crucial for a business's income generation, often referred to as "mission critical locations." He explains why dental facilities are a prime example of such essential locations. Kyle shares the key benefits of commercial real estate ownership for dental practice owners. Emmet and Kyle cover why investing your capital in your practice, is a worthy financial move to consider because it allows you to have more control of your financial future. Join Kyle in the "Own Your Practice's Real Estate in Just 5 Years" webinar taking place October 11th, 2023 at 5 PM ET. Register here: https://with.co/deo Follow withco on IG: https://www.instagram.com/risewithco/

Sep 28, 2023 • 33min
181: Navigating Inflation in Dental: Unique Solutions To Save on Labor & Billing Costs
In this episode, Emmet hosts J.W. Oliver Jr., Managing Partner; Brenda McNulty, Dental Group Director; and Victoria Johnson, Chief Growth Officer of RCM Solutions; all of SupportDDS to discuss and explore how inflation is affecting the dental industry, forcing dental entrepreneurs to rethink their strategies, especially with growing labor and patient acquisition costs. They cover unique solutions that technology offers to help mitigate the effects of an inflationary rollercoaster economy, including centralizing and offshoring workload with remote teams while maintaining high-quality customer service. They overview how adding remote team members to your staff works, and discuss tasks/services virtual staff can cover, revenue cycle management, hiring, retention, cost savings, opportunities, contingencies, software integrations, culture, wages, and much more. To learn more visit: https://supportdds.com/