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
114. The Best Way to Develop New Habits 29.01.2022 10:57
Do you struggle with inconsistency and motivation? Steve shares a key part of how to reach goals and form new habits.
113. Interview with Former Client Dr. Matt Vogt 3 Years Into His Start Up 13.01.2022 1:07:47
In this episode Justin sits down with his past client Dr. Matt Vogt. Dr. Matt started his practice from scratch in 2018. Justin and Matt discuss the highs and lows since it's inception. This is a longer podcast for us, but there are plenty of pearls packed throughout to justify!
112. It’s the Most Wonderful METRIC of the Year! 31.12.2021 13:02
How do you compare years against each other in your practice? How do you decide which goals to set? Derek explains his favorite questions to ask in reviewing a year, and setting goals for the upcoming year, along with his favorite overall metric for yearly performance
111. Live Life Now! 18.12.2021 11:31
Steve talks about creating experiences in the present and tells you how to make vacations away from the office happen.
110. Stop Confusing Activity for Productivity! Justin‘s 3 Top Metrics... 03.12.2021 19:23
In this episode Justin discusses the fallacy that 'Activity' is the same as 'Productivity'. It's not! He also discusses the top 3 metrics he likes to track, but that idea that tracking alone will do nothing to improve your business or life.
109. Biggest Problem in Most Dental Practices 22.11.2021 17:21
Derek shares about one of the things he believes is missing in most practices today: proper treatment plan presentation. Listen to learn more about what Derek believes is missing, and how you can improve. Bonus: BLACK FRIDAY SPECIAL FOR TLP ACADEMY!
108. Chairside Efficiency 08.11.2021 13:31
Steve shares with you things you can do chairside to do more dentistry.
107. 3 Female Clients That Are Killing It! 22.10.2021 36:06
In this episode Justin interviews 3 female clients. (1 current, and 2 former) to see what sets them apart, and how they each manage being moms while still running super successful practices.
106. How to Get Lucky MORE! 15.10.2021 14:00
Derek goes into detail on why 'lucky' people are lucky and what 'unlucky' people are lacking. Listen to find out how you can control your LUCK!
105. Stop Worrying About What Others Think! 27.09.2021 12:07
Do you seek to please others rather than run your business and live your life? Steve shares personal experiences and talks about how dentists can stop worrying about other people's judgements.
104. The Magical Dental Whiteboard And It‘s Power to Transform Your Future 15.09.2021 19:29
In this episode Justin discusses the 'Magical Dental Whiteboard' and how it WILL practically help you to hit your goals every month. In addition he discusses the true stories of seeing a client grow their practice by almost 100% in 3 months without any crazy changes AND the time he won a push up contest.
103. How Dr. Baker TRIPLED his take home in ONE YEAR! 03.09.2021 49:16
Daniel Baker hired Derek during his first year of ownership and absolutely crushed things... the 'TLP way'. Derek and Daniel discuss the challenges and successes, and how to navigate them. You won't wan to miss this one.
102. Up Your Game in Oral Surgery 28.08.2021 15:37
Steve shares why you should make oral surgery a part of your GP office and gives tips on how to improve your surgery skills.
101. The #1 Differentiating Factor That Separates Top Performers In Dentistry 19.08.2021 15:09
In this episode Justin discusses what he sees as the #1 Top Differentiating factor between dentists at the top and those that aren't. Is this the only factor? No. But if a dentist lacks this trait they often aren't going to accomplish uncommon success....and we strive for uncommon success!
100. ONE HUNDRED EPISODES! Thank you and keep pushing! 14.08.2021 8:49
Derek takes a few minutes to reflect on the beginning of the podcast, to say thanks and encourage listeners to get outside themselves and push on to greatness.
99. Who Are You Chasing?? 08.08.2021 9:45
Steve talks about drawing positive inspiration from exceptional leaders and learning from mentors.
98. How NOT to Be a Wimpy Whiny Loser 28.07.2021 12:20
Want to be a loser? It's easy, live life according to your feelings and don't listen to this podcast. What is the secret to creating distance and obtaining the life you want? In this episode Justin discusses the importance of living by a standard opposed to your feelings in your life and dental practice.
97. 35% Overhead?!?! 22.07.2021 20:03
Have you ever wondered what a 35% overhead office would look like? It might not be what you expect. Derek shares some of the details behind how his practice averages 35% overhead.
96. Producing 13k Per Day 15.07.2021 18:22
Derek shares the principles behind acheiving high daily production, and shares insights of his practice. (Derek is mostly PPO and these are adjusted production numbers.)
95. Insurance Maximization 08.07.2021 11:21
Do you complain about insurance? Steve teaches you how to use insurance to be more productive.
94. The RIGHT Way to Give Your Dental Team Time Off! 30.06.2021 14:59
In this episode Justin discusses the right approach to giving your team paid time off from your dental office. Chances are the way you're doing it is costing you money and lost time. The goal in this episode it to remedy that!
93. Ask Derek: Clinical Tips for Increasing Production 24.06.2021 25:31
Derek continues with another episode, this time focusing on specific tips for clinical procedures in your practice, specifically, fillings, crowns, extractions, root canals, injections, and pedo. Take your practice to the next level by implementing these tips!
92. Ask Derek: Growing Clinically 17.06.2021 19:16
Derek shares personal insights about his practice and answers questions from listeners. Here he discusses how to grow clinically and maintain quality in a growing office.
91. Turn Adversity into Advantage 08.06.2021 20:06
Steve talks about "The Obstacle is the Way" and how the very problems that hold us back can actually propel us forward. He shares examples from dentistry and real estate.
90. Who You Should Be Working For in 2021... 29.05.2021 13:30
In this episode Justin discusses: A recent trip he took and a lesson he gained from it. Why focusing on results over image is what really matters. Who YOU should be working for this year. And how it all applies to rising to the top in dentistry and in life!
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