Perrin DesPortes
Next Level Executive
For dentists ready to grow from practice owner to business leader. You built a successful dental practice. You show up, you produce, and by every visible measure you have made it. But somewhere between your second hire and your hundredth patient, a new question started forming: what am I actually building toward? Maybe you are wondering whether to bring on an associate, add a second location, or finally have the partnership conversation you have been putting off. Maybe the practice runs well, but only because you are in it every single day, and that realization is starting to feel less like su...
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Reflections on My First Year 31.12.2025 56:09
This was "Year One" of the new business...and what a year it has been. I recently took some time to reflect on all of it, so I figured there might be a few "teaching moments" in there that could benefit you as well. I hope you enjoy listening to my journey as much as I have enjoyed living it. And I'm grateful to all of you for being part of it! Got questions? I've got answers! You can reach me dir...
Freshly Brewed: The Fundamentals of Execution (part two) 23.12.2025
This episode is taken from the Freshly Brewed essay I recently wrote on that very topic. I hope you enjoy it. If you do, please be sure to subscribe to Freshly Brewed at: https://thenextlevelexecutive.com/blog/ Got questions? I've got answers! You can reach me directly at: Perrin@TheNextLevelExecutive.com You can find out more about me and the Next Level Executive program at: www. TheNextLevelExec...
Freshly Brewed: The Fundamentals of Execution (part one) 18.12.2025
This episode is taken from the Freshly Brewed essay I recently wrote on that very topic. I hope you enjoy it. If you do, please be sure to subscribe to Freshly Brewed at: https://thenextlevelexecutive.com/blog/ Got questions? I've got answers! You can reach me directly at: Perrin@TheNextLevelExecutive.com You can find out more about me and the Next Level Executive program at: www. TheNextLevelExec...
Partner Spotlight: Rachel Wall, Inspired Hygiene 16.12.2025 51:15
For many general dentistry practices and emerging groups, the Hygiene Department is typically an area of untapped potential. It's also a department where a little focus and some moderate change management can yield outsized returns. Rachel Wall, Founder of Inspired Hygiene, is someone I've known for over 25 years and I've been fortunate to see her work up close and personal. And now I'm thrilled t...
Taking Inventory of Yourself: Action, Ambition and Aspiration 11.12.2025
I've had quite a few "one-on-one sessions" with the members of the Executive program and I'm hearing a familiar refrain: "WOW, these are great businesses to own." Yes, they are! And these businesses can be a massive compliment to what we aspire to become as entrepreneurs. Curious? Tune in to hear a few pieces of advice that you should be considering as you round into 2026. Enrollment for Q1 is OPE...
Freedom, Risk & Economic Cycles: My Conversation with Dr. David Phelps 04.12.2025
We've all been living in an echo chamber of "DSO Conference of the Month" sessions lately. I recently attended the Freedom Founders "Real Wealth Conference" in Dallas and it was beyond enlightening. Dr. David Phelps joins me behind the mic today to dive deep into things like: his personal journey; what "freedom" really means; concepts like counter-party risk; what a full economic cycle is; and dif...
My Sincere Thanks and Gratitude 26.11.2025
As we roll into the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, I wanted to take a few minutes and reflect on things I'm grateful for and, more importantly, people to whom I'm grateful. This has been an epic first year for my new business, and there are so many who have made it possible far more than I could've done on my own.
Maximizing Your Practice: My Interview with Dr. Tarun Agarwal 20.11.2025
Dr. Tarun Agarwal is probably a known name to many of you - and for good reason. He has literally done it all in the world of dentistry. He's also a good friend of mine, so he was gracious enough to grab a microphone and dive deep with me into some very important topics. You're going to love this episode. To learn more about Dr. Agarwal: Follow his "Dentistry Made Simple" podcast: https://podcasts...
Top "10-12" Mistakes People Make Building a Group Practice?! (part 2) 13.11.2025
When someone asks me why they should join the Next Level Executive program, I frequently tell them that "I already know the top 10 to 12 mistakes you're going to make, so why would you want to start at number one?!" Well, what exactly are those "top 10 to 12" mistakes people make? Upon reflection, there are a LOT more than 10 to 12. I stopped my list at 20 that I see with alarming regularity, so I...
Partner Spotlight: Ali Oromchian, HR for Health 11.11.2025
As we roll into 2026, I will be sharing some interviews with a few curated company relationships. These are companies I know and trust, and people whose opinions I value. My intention is to share these collaborations with my audience of subscribers in members in hopes that they are equally beneficial to each of you. My interview on today's spotlight is with Ali Oromchian, Esq., CEO & Founder of HR...
Top "10-12" Mistakes People Make Building a Group Practice?! (part 1) 06.11.2025
When someone asks me why they should join the Next Level Executive program, I frequently tell them that "I already know the top 10 to 12 mistakes you're going to make, so why would you want to start at number one?!" Well, what exactly are those "top 10 to 12" mistakes people make? Upon reflection, there are a LOT more than 10 to 12. I stopped my list at 20 that I see with alarming regularity, so I...
6 Points of Partnership Alignment 30.10.2025
Many of you will be considering bringing in a partner at some point. I find that too many tend to focus on the mechanics of the structure when they should be more focused on the alignment of the candidate. In this episode, I give you six major points to consider as well as one more to contemplate on your own. If 2026 is going to be the year you bring in a partner, listen to this episode well in ad...
Storytelling: My Interview with Joshua Scott of Studio 88 23.10.2025
Josh Scott is an industry colleague and CEO of of the marketing firm, Studio 88. They don't just make websites; they make art. And their artistry tells your story. This was a fun, engaging interview for me to do with someone I admire. If you want to learn more about Josh and the magic that he and his team create, check out: www. S8E8.com Got questions? I've got answers! You can reach me directly a...
Leadership & Growth Journey: My Interview from the Simplify Dentistry podcast 16.10.2025
The guys behind Simplify Dentistry (Dr. Rick Offutt, Dr. Murtuza Shah-Khan and Dr. Mustafa Shah-Khan) are neighbors of mine, and they're building a great following around, well...simplifying dentistry! I was honored to be on their podcast recently. We covered a ton of ground, so I figured it was worth sharing. Learn more about the impact they're making at: www.simplifydds.com Got questions? I've g...
Preparing for Growth & Sizing Up Risk 09.10.2025
A few weeks ago, I shared a presentation at the Patterson DSO Summit in L.A. Inevitably there were a few questions from the audience as well as some conversations in between sessions that centered around acquisitions and growth strategy. I decided to take some of that "raw material" and craft it into a podcast episode. Here are 4 ways you should approach "preparing for growth" and 4 ways to think...
Ceilings of Complexity and Inflection Points 02.10.2025
Many people use these terms interchangeably, but they’re not the same. As a Business Executive, your success depends on your ability to lead through key Inflection Points in the life of your business. As an Entrepreneurial Leader, you must also know how to draw on the hard-won wisdom of Advisors to break through Ceilings of Complexity. In this episode, I unpack the differences between the two and...
Takeaways from the CEO Working Group Session in L.A. 25.09.2025
I recently hosted the Executives for a "Working Group Session" in Los Angeles, and it dramatically exceeded any expectations I had going into it. I think all of the material Mick Janness (CEO of Oakpoint) and I shared was timely, relevant, applicable, and actionable. Want to hear the highlights? Tune in! Got questions? I've got answers! You can reach me directly at: Perrin@TheNextLevelExecutive.co...
Your 5-Year Window (part 2): The Business I Would Build 18.09.2025
This episode is taken from the Freshly Brewed essay I recently wrote on that very topic. I hope you enjoy it. If you do, please be sure to subscribe to Freshly Brewed at: https://thenextlevelexecutive.com/blog/ Got questions? I've got answers! You can reach me directly at: Perrin@TheNextLevelExecutive.com You can find out more about me and the Next Level Executive program at: www. TheNextLevelExec...
Your 5-Year Window (part 1): My Opinion on the State of Dentistry 11.09.2025
This episode is taken from the Freshly Brewed essay I recently wrote on that very topic. I hope you enjoy it. If you do, please be sure to subscribe to Freshly Brewed at: https://thenextlevelexecutive.com/blog/ Got questions? I've got answers! You can reach me directly at: Perrin@TheNextLevelExecutive.com You can find out more about me and the Next Level Executive program at: www. TheNextLevelExec...
Need Help? First Decide if it's Done FOR, WITH or BY You 05.09.2025
I have quite a lot of industry professionals who ask me to review their service offerings and business plans, but they all seem to have trouble communicating one thing clearly. I also have first-hand experience in working with clients where our expectations we're aligned. This episode is dedicated to those creating service offerings and those seeking service offerings. Oh...it's also incredibly us...
Selling Your Business? 5 Questions You Should Answer First 28.08.2025
Consider this to be "Part 2" from the prior episode about selling your business. Here are five critical questions that you need to ask yourself (and answer) long before you decide to go to market. I would hope that your Sell-Side Advisor would've taken you through a similar line of questioning prior to any engagement. If you're more interested in building your own group, then consider joining us i...
Selling Your Business? 10 Questions I Would Ask a PE-Backed DSO 21.08.2025
We're rolling into Q4 when M&A activity typically picks up, so if you're currently in process to transact or have aspirations to in 2026, here are a few things I'd like to know from the potential acquirer if I were in your shoes. And if you're more focused on building your own group, then these are probably questions you should be ready to answer from a prospective seller you're courting. The upco...
A Comparison of Two Entrepreneurial Journeys: My Conversation with Chris Yonker 14.08.2025
Chris Yonker is a Corporate America escapee and an Executive Coach much like I am. Add to that his specialty around family businesses and my background growing up in one, and you get a wide-ranging conversation that was both fun and enlightening! To find out more about Chris: https://www.chrisyonker.com/ Got questions? I've got answers! You can reach me directly at: Perrin@TheNextLevelExecutive.co...
A Recent History of Dentistry?! Gary Bird's Interview of Yours Truly from the Dental Marketing Theory podcast 07.08.2025 35:00
I'm no resident historian of the history of dentistry, but Gary Bird and I got into a fascinating conversation around our perspectives of the evolution of the profession. How'd we get to where we are? And where are we all going next? Tune in to find out! Got questions? I've got answers! You can reach me directly at: Perrin@TheNextLevelExecutive.com You can find out more about me and the Next Level...
The Four Major Components of Professional Growth 31.07.2025 34:50
Let's get tactical! I've been talking a lot lately about your growth as an entrepreneur, so this one is devoted to all of you business leaders who are looking to become a more effective executive. If you're looking to grow your business, here are the four components you need to solve for moving forward. Got questions? I've got answers! You can reach me directly at: Perrin@TheNextLevelExecutive.com...
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