Justin Short, Derek Williams, Steve Van De Graaff, Matt Vogt
The Lifestyle Practice Podcast For Dentists
The Lifestyle Practice Podcast was created to help dentists obtain their desired life, by creating uncommonly successful dental practices.
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Justin Short, Derek Williams, Steve Van De Graaff, Matt Vogt
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Jul 6, 2026
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Episodes
139. Cash is NOT King! Time to Create YOUR Passive Income Stream... 20.12.2022 21:56
In this episode Justin discusses his feelings regarding investing in Real Estate vs. holding onto cash and investing in stocks or mutual funds. He talks about the advantages and disadvantages of each when the end goal is freedom via passive income. Justin also walks through a current RE deal he is in the process of completing to help get your investing juices flowing!
138. Dr. Stanfield sees 50% GROWTH in year 1! 14.12.2022 29:28
Part 2 conversation with Dr. Philip Stanfield. Derek and Philip discuss pushing for growth in daily production, learning to enjoy the journey.
137. Cutting back to 3 days per week in his first year: Dr. Philip Stanfield 06.12.2022 35:06
Derek brings on former client Philip Stanfield to discuss his first year in ownership.
136. A Little Game I like to Call ”Add $1000 Dollars...’ 20.11.2022 13:04
Black Friday Special: In this episode Justin discusses one of the tactics he used to keep himself and his team focus and engaged to consistently have big days in the office. Even when the day didn't start out so great....
135. The Most Productive Procedure in Dentistry 07.11.2022 10:06
Its not what you think it is. Steve gives you tips to improve your most important appointment.
134. PUSH yourself to take RISKS! You CAN’T afford not to! 04.11.2022 15:52
Derek shares his observations on the risks out there in the world now. And how you can use them to your advantage. derek@thelifestylepractice.com
133. Be a Wrecking Ball, Not a Wishy-Washy Loser! 26.10.2022 15:43
In this episode Justin discusses the importance of being able to boldly and confidently stand up for who you are, and for the standards and goals you have for your life and practice. Using real life client interactions he presents a challenge to listeners to evaluate what type of leader they are while encouraging them to be the leader others want to follow!
132. What I Learned Skydiving, and Why You Should Jump TOO! 16.10.2022 23:53
Derek shares his experience skydiving with his wife. He talks about the fear involved, and the lessons he came away with.
131. Explosive Growth with Dr. Lauren and Kirk Teachout 30.09.2022 39:37
Steve talks with clients Dr. Lauren and Kirk Teachout, who managed explosive growth while running their practice as a couple.
130. Why NOW is the Best Time to Push it to the NEXT LEVEL! 20.09.2022 9:53
Derek preaches to one of the most common questions he's received over the years. If you're wondering when is the best time to take your next step, you MUST listen to this episode.
129. Lessons Learned Over the Past 5 Years That You Need to Know! 09.09.2022 21:53
In this episode Justin goes through 4 of the top lessons he's learned in the past 5 years since selling his practice and retiring from dentistry. These are universal truths that apply to your life and your practice. He also discusses 3 of the most difficult times in his life (including when his father in law told him 'no' when asking to marry his wife) and how they have turned into a source of str...
128. Nail the Fundamentals 01.09.2022 13:30
Steve gives an update on his practice and shares things that have helped him to continue growing year after year.
127. Die With Zero 17.08.2022 26:05
Derek shares a revolutionary book he recently discovered that discusses the idea of maximizing your life by trying to die with zero money left.
126. Do You Have a Cell Phone Policy in Your Office? 05.08.2022 8:09
In this episode Justin discusses the effects of not having a cell phone policy in place for your team in your office.
125. How to Lose Money and End Up Doing Dentistry for Free! 18.07.2022 14:45
Stop making mistakes; it's time to implement financial policies for your practice! Steve talks about eliminating mistakes on the front and back ends.
124. 5 Ways You’re NOT Using Your Intraoral Camera (BUT SHOULD BE) 08.07.2022 27:10
Derek shares the steps you need to be taking to utilize the highest ROI instrument in your practice, your Intraoral Camera.
123. Going to Battle for the Life YOU Want 01.07.2022 34:05
In what started out as an email from a listener, in this episode Justin gives a brief update on his life beyond owning a dental office. Day to day, month to month, year to year.... From there he drops motivation bombs, one after another, aimed straight for your head causing you face the following questions head on: What do you want your life to look like, like really, deep down? What is your stand...
122. De-Escalate Better 20.06.2022 13:50
Does your practice ever have a Karen or Ken? Steve gives some tips on how to defuse an upset patient.
121. Going to Battle w/ Last Minute Cancellations 01.06.2022 13:44
As business owners we have to evolve, adapt, and improve our strategies to deal with change! If not you'll be left in the dust of those who want IT more, and are willing to put in the work YOU to get it. Last minute cancellations have been hitting a lot of docs hard, and in this episode Justin discusses how his approach to dealing with them has changed.
120. Dr. Jared Schmitt: Increasing Production AND Working Less!!! 18.05.2022 41:25
Dr. Jared Schmitt discusses working for Aspen, starting his own practice in competitive South Palm Beach, FL. He shares his experience using TLP Academy to grow his practice and then working one-on-one with Derek in Coaching.
119. I’m Sick, I Can’t Make It In Today! 04.05.2022 14:25
Are you ever short-handed? Steve talks about the why employees really miss work and how to have the conversations to fix the problem.
#118 Assets Vs. Liabilities. Being Rich Vs. Being WEALTHY! 14.04.2022 32:43
In this episode Justin discusses the importance of building long-term sustainable wealth, and provides an opportunity for listeners to begin accumulating assets via turn-key rentals. (Episode may not be for everyone!!)
117. I Got a 1-Star Review!!! 24.03.2022 19:33
Derek breaks down the importance of Google Reviews, and his experience with a One-Star Review.
116. Is Dentistry Still Worth It? 12.03.2022 13:40
We practice in the age of debt, Delta, and DSO's. Steve weighs on whether is dentistry still worth it.
115. Best Tip for Deciding Where to Focus Your Energy in Your Practice 10.02.2022 21:34
Derek breaks down common difficult situations we face as dentists, and how to evaluate by recognizing what is in our control, and what is outside our control. You want better outcomes? Start HERE!
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