DEO's Growth Secrets Podcast for Dental Organizations

In this episode, Emmet hosts Kiera Dent, founder of The Dental A Team, to discuss the biggest issues dental teams are currently facing and how dental companies can get to the next growth level despite the challenges. From the practice management vantage point, they discuss the necessary elements to grow a dental company into a successful multi-million dollar revenue business covering the topics of the hiring shortage, marketing, culture, leadership mindset, growth timeline, staffing, the importance of great managers, personalities needed for different job positions, associate success, team development, practice level must-haves for success and much, much more. Register for the Dental A Team's virtual summit happening April 28th - April 29th: https://www.thedentalateam.com/summit2023

In this episode, Ken Kaufman is joined by Richard Low, CEO, and George Hariri, CFO, of Shared Practices respectively. They share their perspectives with Ken on how a dentist should think about the growth of their first dental practice. George and Richard overview their recommendations for focusing on having a healthy practice(s) you can grow. Along with Ken, they detail what a healthy practice consists of from patient flow, EBITDA, profitability, staffing, and more. They explore two specific pieces of advice "pick your problems" and "begin with the end in mind." They also cover DSO's ever-changing reputation; their top 3 tips for growth through affiliation, startups, de Novos; traits of a successful dentist entrepreneur; and much, much more. intro snippet - 4:20 - 4:27

In this podcast episode, DEO Partner Emmet Scott, DEO Partner Ken Kaufman, and Partner & CEO of the DEO Jake Puhl discuss the evolution and name change of the DSO Secrets Podcast to DEO's Growth Secrets Podcast. They review the origin story of DSO Secrets including why DEO acquired DSO Secrets in 2020. They share how the podcast fits into the DEO's aim to support dentist entrepreneurs, owners, executives, and leaders who see a future bigger than they can achieve alone by giving them the education, resources, and connections they need to run and grow their dental companies and fulfill their vision. With the goal of bringing authenticity and trust to the dental industry, DEO's Growth Secrets Podcast seeks to raise the industry bar by sharing proven strategies that provide the most efficient path for dental organization success. Emmet, Ken, and Jake also discuss today's pressing issues including the financial climate, decreasing margins, rising costs, how to do more with less, AI, hiring, and much, much more.

In this episode, Ken Kaufman hosts Jacob Irving, Founder & President of InTech Together to discuss these three key IT shortcuts to help you run and grow a thriving dental business. Technology when "done right" can help make difficult tasks simple, save you time and energy, and free up your budget to take on complex things. Jacob and Ken review shortcuts that will help you evaluate when and how to add new technologies to your business including: start with the end in mind; speak the same language; and plan for the run or you'll crawl forever. They also cover many more tips and strategies you can use to leverage technology to grow your dental practice. Don't miss the DEO Growth Summit 2023, June 8-10 in San Diego. Use code DEOKEN to save $300. Register here: http://deosummit.com/

In this episode, Emmet hosts J.W. Oliver Jr., Managing Partner, SupportDDS, and Brenda McNulty, Dental Director, SupportDDS, to discuss growing labor costs, patient acquisition, the challenging financial landscape, and more. They cover unique solutions for the impacts US demographic trends are having on the workforce such as baby boomers retiring. J.W. and Brenda highlight how technology can help mitigate the effects of an inflationary rollercoaster economy, including how it can help centralize and offshore workload with remote teams. They define in-sourcing vs out-sourcing, dispel misnomers, discuss financial implications, the great resignation, workplace culture, hiring, retention, and much more. Learn more about SupportDDS here: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DDSSupport Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brenda-mcnulty-91653072/ Download "Tips for Success" Guide: https://supportdds.com/tips

In this episode, Ken Kaufman tests ChatGPT to see if it understands the difference between cash basis and accrual accounting. He takes it one step further to see if it can explain the steps a dental practice should take to convert from cash basis to accrual accounting. Take a listen to hear the surprising results! Don't miss the DEO Growth Summit 2023, June 8-10 in San Diego. Register here: http://deosummit.com/

In this episode, Ken Kaufman hosts Shawn Terrell, Founder & Financial Advisor, Dentist Exit Planning. They discuss "all things" exiting and selling a dental business including top considerations for getting your personal finances prepared for the adjustment in income. Shawn suggests having the longest runway possible - amount of time - to start thinking about selling your practice - ideally four years. Ken and Shawn discuss how to prepare for exiting including honestly assessing your lifestyle and the amount of income you need; determining a strategy for how to grow and distribute wealth post-clinical; proactive tax planning and much, much more.

In this special episode, Emmet hosts Dr. Ben Winters, AKA "The Bentist," DDS, MS, who is the keynote speaker for DEO Growth Summit 2023 in June. Dr. Winters shares his incredible story with Emmet and how he rose to fame on TikTok. He offers tips for dentists who want to leverage social media to gain a following and increase patient flow to their practice. Dr. Winters also gives a sneak peek into what he'll share at Summit - a formula for going viral on social media to drive more patients and business. Emmet and Dr. Winters cover how social media can help dental entrepreneurs connect with patients, cut costs in patient acquisition, build trust, make a positive impact, and much more. To hear Ben and many more stellar group dentistry speakers, don't miss the DEO Growth Summit 2023, June 8-10 in San Diego. Register here: http://deosummit.com/

In this episode DEO Partner Josey Sewell hosts Amy Lee, Director of Clinical Operations, Burch Dental; Amber Nish, Chief Marketing Officer, Community Dental Partners; Jenny Britt, Director of Operations, Harvey Family Dentistry; Dr. Whitney Weiner, CEO & Founder, Whole Dental Wellness; and Dr. Jill Jenkins, Owner, Jenkins Dentistry for Kids. They discuss "all things" women in leadership in the group dentistry industry. Topics include the benefits of having women in ownership and leadership positions; the difference between how a woman leads vs. how a man leads; "Mom guilt"; the imposter syndrome, and much, much more. Tune in for this special episode of DSO Secrets for words of wisdom and insight from some of the most amazing women leaders in the industry.

In this episode, Emmet hosts Ken Kaufman, President & CFO of Nuvia Dental Implant Center / DEO Partner to discuss his newly released BOOK "DEO's Financial Secrets to Grow Dental Organizations: The 9 Required Clarity Tools" that he co-authored with Ashley Kaufman. They review why - if you are in any way involved in dental company financials - this book is a must-read! Highlighting passages from the book, they give an overview of the strategies you'll find within - the financial clarity tools needed for every growing dental company. Ken and Emmet also discuss how dental entrepreneurs can use this timely book to face the current challenging economic climate and much more.