

The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes
Dental Consulting
The goal of this podcast is to assemble the greatest minds of the dental profession and to pass on their most valuable and succinct lessons, in order to help you to achieve your full potential in practice and in life. Let's face it. Dentistry can be a frustrating and isolating profession... but you don't have to be an island anymore.
It's possible to become more profitable, less stressed and more fulfilled in your career and it's our mission is to help you get there.
For a whole host of free practice building tips and resources, visit our website at TrueDentalSuccess.com
It's possible to become more profitable, less stressed and more fulfilled in your career and it's our mission is to help you get there.
For a whole host of free practice building tips and resources, visit our website at TrueDentalSuccess.com
Episodes
Mentioned books

May 16, 2024 • 59min
1986: Level 10 Leadership & Cultural Excellence
Dive into Leadership and Cultural Excellence in dentistry with Dr. Matt Slivka and Dr. Monica U. They discuss the necessity of strong leadership for a positive workplace culture, mentorship, aligning team goals with practice values, challenges of expanding practice operations, effective communication, and systematization in scaling business for overall success.

May 15, 2024 • 56min
1985: Blending Business Acumen with Dental Expertise
Dr. Bill Keith, COO of Dental Success Partners, shares his journey from finance to expanding his father's dental practice with advanced technologies. Topics include balancing clinical skills with business acumen, leadership impact on practice success, and creating a robust business environment in the modern dental industry.

May 14, 2024 • 51min
1984: Growth & DSO Strategic Insights
Kyle Francis, Founder of Professional Transition Strategies, discusses consolidation in the dental industry, importance of understanding trends, options for practice transitions, and mechanics of private equity and DSOs. Insights on valuations, sustainability, and navigating a changing market. Delve into industry consolidation, financial structuring, and strategic positioning for dental professionals.

May 13, 2024 • 58min
1983: Practice Management Education
Experienced dentist Dr. Mark Costes talks about transitioning from clinical dentistry to entrepreneurship, managing multiple practices, and the importance of systems over personnel. He discusses the future of dental service organizations, balancing business acumen with clinical skills, and systemic changes in dental education.

May 10, 2024 • 50min
1982: Innovation, Automation, & the Abundane Mindset
Pedro Becker, CEO of Axle and Zenith Dental IT, discusses revolutionizing the dental industry through automation and AI. He shares insights on how his technology streamlines processes in dental practices, introduces The X-Guide for implant placement. Pedro's emphasis on the abundance mindset, personal philosophy, and transition from technology to dentistry are also highlighted.

May 9, 2024 • 45min
1981: Innovating Dental SOPs
On today's episode, we have Tom Brown, a seasoned expert in dental marketing and the founder and CEO of Tom Brown Consulting. Tom shares his extensive experience in enhancing dental vendors' go-to-market strategies and his current role with My Dental SOP as a business advisor. The discussion delves into the significance of standard operating procedures (SOPs) in dental practices and how My Dental SOP helps digitize and streamline these processes for improved efficiency and consistency. Tom's journey through the dental industry, including his pivotal role in the success of companies like LocalMed, provides valuable insights into effective communication and marketing within the dental sector. The episode is rich with advice for dental professionals on how to manage and grow their practices using strategic systemization and targeted messaging. EPISODE RESOURCES mydentalsop.com https://www.truedentalsuccess.com Dental Success Network Subscribe to The Dentalpreneur Podcast

May 8, 2024 • 39min
1980: Leading with Leadership
On today's episode, we're joined by frequent guest and esteemed colleague, Dr. Ben Kacos. As they delve into the challenges and intricacies of running a large dental practice, Dr. Kacos shares insights from his role as a black belt coach, his experiences with staff and practice management, and his thoughts on leadership within the dental industry. The conversation also covers the exciting new developments at Dental Success Partners (DSP), where Dr. Kacos will play a pivotal role in enhancing the quality and consistency of care across the organization. This episode is packed with practical advice for dental professionals looking to enhance their practice management and leadership skills. EPISODE RESOURCES https://shreveportsdentist.com https://www.truedentalsuccess.com Dental Success Network Subscribe to The Dentalpreneur Podcast

May 7, 2024 • 42min
1979: Tackling the Horrors of Hiring Office Managers Pt. 2
On today's episode, we have this two-part episode from the Dental Success Network's Lady Leaders series, titled "Tackling the Horrors of Hiring Office Managers & For All Positions," speakers Ashlee Hirschfeld, Sydney Robinson, and Summer Kassmel delve into various crucial aspects of the recruitment process within dental practices. The first part focuses on the importance of aligning potential hires with the cultural values of the practice, emphasizing that cultural fit is often as significant as technical skills. The discussion also covers effective strategies for crafting engaging job advertisements that not only attract applicants but also ensure that they are the right fit for the dental practice's environment. Furthermore, the speakers explore the use of preliminary assessments to screen candidates efficiently before progressing to the interview stage, which helps in narrowing down the applicant pool to those who are most likely to succeed in the given roles. Another significant point of discussion is the importance of setting clear expectations right from the start and providing comprehensive onboarding to ensure new hires integrate seamlessly into their roles and the practice's culture. Lastly, they discuss various methods for advertising job openings, including adjusting where and how the ads are placed to optimize the quality of applicants and reduce hiring costs. This part of the discussion is particularly focused on leveraging different platforms and tailoring content to attract the most suitable candidates for the job. EPISODE RESOURCES https://www.truedentalsuccess.com Dental Success Network Subscribe to The Dentalpreneur Podcast

May 6, 2024 • 36min
1978: Tackling the Horrors of Hiring Office Managers Pt. 1
In this episode, dental office hiring experts Ashlee Hirschfeld, Sydney Robinson, and Summer Kassmel discuss the crucial qualities of effective office managers in dental practices, emphasizing leadership over seniority. They explore the concept of 'extreme ownership' for office managers to drive operational success and provide strategies for handling underperforming managers. The discussion offers valuable insights for improving managerial hires in dental offices.

May 3, 2024 • 34min
1977: Extreme Ownership Pt. 3
Former Navy SEAL commander Jocko Willink discusses the destructive nature of ego in leaders and the importance of humility. He shares recruitment strategies, emphasizing real-world tests to assess candidates. The podcast also delves into maintaining flexibility in SOPs for effective leadership and adaptability.


