The Irreplaceable Practice - For dentists who refuse to become a commodity

Tiger Safarov is a firm believer in the American Dream. After coming to the United States when he was twenty years old—with the plan to earn enough money to buy a BMW and move back to his home country of Russia—Tiger was thrilled to learn that starting his own business in the U.S. was as easy as filing the paperwork and opening a bank account. Knowing firsthand how difficult it was to start a busi...

The pressure on dentists to be able to do all types of procedures and do them excellently could be hurting the profession and your practice. Dr. Mike Grossman joins us on the show to share his wisdom and insight about how he found his own niche that has allowed him to focus his efforts and be more effective. You can find show notes and more information by clicking this link:  http://bit.ly/2gLr0lK

When new generations come to work, it can be hard to adjust the way things are done in order to retain them. Gary Kadi is on the show and has some great insight on how to work well with millennials and build a practice that is engaged and effective. He also discusses why he stands against corporate dentistry and how he communicates more effectively with patients. You can find show notes and more i...

Insurance complications with patients and the lack of consistent reoccurring revenue are problems that most people in the dental industry face. Jordon Comstock, a natural problem solver, has found some simple and key ways to get rid of these common issues. His passion for leadership and a self-sufficient style of doing business is what got him to where he is today with many happy and successful cl...

Envisioning where you want to end up in life is the first step towards making it happen. Andrew Turchin did just that and built his business patiently and wisely so that he could end up where he wants to be and not be confined or stuck. On this episode he shares with us all of the hurdles and fascinating details that are a part of his story and how he ended up with a successful and fulfilling prac...

There are things that entrepreneurs tend to sabotage themselves and their business with that can easily be managed and avoided. Peter Shallard, the “Shrink for Entrepreneurs” is here to share some insight on common issues entrepreneurs have and how to fix them. You can find show notes and more information by clicking this link:  http://bit.ly/2xQagTK

In this episode, Dr. David Bender (Fishers, Indiana) shares his entrepreneurial journey with us and explains how he balances both managing his three dental practices with living a healthy, active lifestyle.   You can find show notes and more information by clicking this link:  http://bit.ly/2hycv4O

By the time he was thirty-five years old, Mike Michalowicz had founded and sold two multi-million dollar companies. Then, after becoming an angel investor, he lost his entire fortune and started all over again. Driven to find better ways to grow healthy, strong companies, he created innovative strategies to help businesses thrive. The author of various impactful business books, including Profit Fi...

The Relentless Dentist is back after a brief hiatus. This episode is all about what has been going on behind the scenes and what you can expect from the relaunch of the show. There will be a focus on bringing unique information and outside perspectives that can help you revolutionize your practice. You can find show notes and more information by clicking this link:  http://bit.ly/2wEpRmW

I met Dr. Jason Campbell at the Voices of Dentistry Summit in Nashville, TN. He has a fascinating story and is engaged in groundbreaking work with patients at his clinic, Cosmetic and Family Dentistry, in Prescott, AZ. From an early age, Jason's always wanted to be a dentist. Since genetic problems with teeth plagued him from the beginning, he brings a sense of passion to working with patient...

Today's episode is a little different. Instead of me interviewing our guest, Dr. Bilal Saib of  The Passionate Dentist  podcast, we interview each other about the highs and lows of our careers and the joys of podcasting.  Dr. B is a fellow dentist and podcaster based in North Carolina. He's also a frequent missionary to the West Bank, where he performs free dental work on communities in...

Disability coverage isn't something most dentists think about, especially when they feel young and bulletproof at the beginning of their careers. But my guest today, Chris Bransgrove, knows that dentists need to consider the possibility that they could develop a disability and jeopardize their practice and career. You can find show notes and more information by clicking this link:  http://bit...

Mike Pedersen from the DentalBoost.com will help you improve your SEO marketing strategies. He is on the forefront of digital marketing for the dental industry. If you are looking for ways to connect with your ideal client, SEO can help bring that target client to your front door. You can find show notes and more information by clicking this link: http://bit.ly/2nhmX2z  

Dr. Tom Larkin and Dr. Brad Bale are leading the effort to highlight the link between oral health and arterial disease - the root cause of many forms of physical illness in this country. On this episode, we also discuss the programs that Brad and Tom have created to train dentists and their staff how to focus on the patient's holistic oral well-being. You can find show notes and more informat...

Dr. Peter Boulden is here to talk about why he loves the business side of dentistry and what attracted him to the profession in the first place. He's also one of the best advisors on dental marketing and systems out there, so be sure to tune in for that advice! We chat about Peter's first job out of dental school and why he offered to work three months for free - seriously! - just to be...

Fellow Relentless Dentists, this week I'm proud to bring you an interview from accomplished young dentist Dr. Josh Wren. Dr. Wren owns a practice in Mississippi, where he specializes in treating pediatric patients in a compassionate and efficient manner. He also publishes courses online about pediatric dentistry so fellow dentists can benefit from his wealth of knowledge.  Josh and I talk abo...

On this episode of  The Relentless Dentist,  you'll hear the audio of my speech from the Voices of Dentistry Summit last year. The talk is focused on confidence - how to exercise it, the keys to building it, and tons of books and quotes that have guided me on my own journey to confidence. You can find show notes and more information by clicking this link:  http://bit.ly/2kL5h0G  

Wishing all our listeners an Epic 2017.  Happy New Year! 

It's time to DREAM. Dream big. Dream huge. Dream bigger than you thought you could. Dream like a child. Age should not take your dreams away. Find your dreams...then go for them! 

It's amazing how you can meet friends easily when networking. When you meet new people, have an amazing story to tell them about your practice. Be the leader that enjoys telling them about your services and the care they will receive.  

Now is the time to think about next year. There are two questions to think about:  1) What went VERY well and 2) What can the practice improve on for next year? Forward thinking is where you should be right now! 

Wayne Dyer is an amazing writer and thinker. In his book, Wisdom of the Ages, he discusses leadership and how to choose self-awareness. Please realize that when you are a boss, our words are taken deeply by the people around us. 

Dr. Aaron Nicholas believes that dentistry doesn't have to be drudgery.  He's spent a 28 year career in dentistry improving his business, clinical and interpersonal skills.  He has honed systems that he now shares with his colleagues on MondayMorningDentistry.com  .  In this episode he generously shares with us the power of accountability, failing forward and being a perpetual student.  ...

It's so nice to show gratitude...especially in your office. Please take time to find your gratitude and even write it down in your gratitude journal. It's amazing to have a grateful heart! 

It's amazing what you can learn from other leaders. We should always wonder how we can communicate and behave better as a leader. Leadership is a journey so watching others can truly help us expand our skill set.