Thriving Dentist Show – Takacs Learning Center

The Thriving Dentist Show

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The Thriving Dentist Show by Gary Takacs guides dental practice owners and dentists in creating a profitable practice with financial independence while delivering hallmark-level quality of care. Gary's lively discussions run the gamut from eye-opening lessons for you to become successful.

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Thriving Dentist Show – Takacs Learning Center

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Health

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www.thrivingdentist.com

Latest episode

Jul 8, 2026

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Episodes

Can a PPO Practice Be a Thriving Practice? 22.09.2021

PPO plans indeed give you high volumes, but the real question is, Do PPO plans give you high pay too? Listen to this insightful episode to find out. Shownotes - https://bit.ly/3u2EXRe

How to use Focus Time in a Thriving Practice? 15.09.2021

In this episode, Gary discusses how to use focus time in a thriving practice with the help of Stephen Covey's time management quadrant model.

Know your Patients 08.09.2021

In this episode Gary discusses the importance of knowing your patient and the 4 critical principles of L.D Pankey. Upcoming Masterclass https://bit.ly/2VoDs2F Shownotes https://bit.ly/3zYDlde

Tips from Social Media Masters in Dentistry 01.09.2021

In this episode, Gary has invited 4 social media influencers to discuss how you could use social media for your practice and Develop a thriving dental practice. Shownotes https://bit.ly/2WI5JkX

Successfully Onboarding New Team Members 25.08.2021

In this episode, Gary shares five simple steps to create an onboarding process that leads towards success. Shownotes https://bit.ly/3mtZ88C

A Life Well Lived in Dentistry 18.08.2021

In this episode, Gary discusses the lessons that you could apply from four giants that contributed to dentistry in enormous ways. Show notes https://bit.ly/3CYRVDy

Episode #500: Thoughts from Leaders in Dentistry on What Makes a Thriving Dental Practice in 2021 and Beyond! 11.08.2021

This is the 500th episode, So Gary has invited a few recognized leaders from dentistry to share tips on what makes a thriving dental practice in 2021 and beyond. Show notes https://bit.ly/2Xir7hd

Lessons from Steve Jobs Applied to Dentistry 04.08.2021

Steve Jobs is considered a great legend mainly because he always pushed himself towards perfection, and thus, was created "Apple." In this episode, Gary discusses lessons we could learn from Steve Jobs and apply it to dentistry. Show notes Link https://bit.ly/3iir0Kt

The $1 Million NET Practice 28.07.2021

Remember the most famous saying - the first million dollars is the hardest? In this episode, Gary discusses the ideal model to create a million-dollar net practice. It is possible but NOT impossible. Link to show notes - https://tinyurl.com/39ccj3kh

How to Achieve 10%+ Growth Every Year 21.07.2021

Would you like to grow your practice by at least 10% annually? Gary has achieved this growth percentage with all his coaching clients, and in this episode, he shares his strategies and tips for you to achieve this growth in your practice. Show notes - https://bit.ly/3wWV0jb

20 Metrics of a Thriving Practice 14.07.2021

Things that are measured will improve and data never lies. In this episode Gary talks about 20 metrics you need to measure to create a thriving dental practice and also the ideal goal for each metric needed to be measured. Shownotes https://bit.ly/3r9rDJ7

6 Tips for Hiring in a Tight Labor Market 07.07.2021

In this episode, Gary talks about six key steps that will help you hire new team members who will be the right fit for your practice in the tight labor market we are experiencing. Show notes https://bit.ly/3AAmm1K

What We have Learned in Call Recording and Call Coaching 30.06.2021

Why is the telephone the most important equipment in your dental practice? Did you know that 99% of new patients come into a dental office by making a phone call? In this episode, Gary will discuss the importance of call recording and call coaching if you want to develop your practice to become a thriving dental practice. Link to shownotes https://bit.ly/3y61yNp

5 Reasons To Be Bullish On Dentistry 23.06.2021

Would you believe dentists can be bullish about dentistry even in the current situation and have their best months or year? In this episode Gary will share 5 specific reasons for dentists to be bullish on dentistry now and into the future. Link to show notes - https://bit.ly/3gQLPMy

The Five Most Important Lessons I've Learned Since Owning a Dental Practice 16.06.2021

In this episode, Gary talks about the five most important things he has learned from owning a dental practice and shares them to help you create a thriving dental practice. Link to show notes https://bit.ly/MBA-PR

Culture Eats Strategy for Lunch 09.06.2021

Did you know that a culture is being created by itself even if you did not create one? Many of us would have tried things and failed, and the reason for it could be because we didn't have a proper work culture in place. If you want to know how to create an ideal work culture, Listen to this episode. Link to the shownotes https://bit.ly/354SP1o

Influence is Everything Today 02.06.2021

In this episode, Gary will talk about Robert Cialdini's 6 fundamental principles of influence and share his personal experiences to help you understand why you need to learn how to use the power of influence to get more patients to make your practice a thriving practice.

Leadership in a Thriving Practice 26.05.2021

A common denominator amongst world-class dentists is that they have developed strong leadership skills. There are 6 different leadership styles that can be learned and implemented in various situations accordingly. In this episode, Gary will help you learn the 6 leadership styles and help you develop your leadership skills.

No Coasting - A Lesson from Terry Bradshaw 19.05.2021

This episode is about why you shouldn't be coasting if you want your practice to be a world-class dental practice. Gary also talks about the story of Terry Bradshaw and explains ways to make sure your practice is not coasting and work towards becoming a thriving dental practice.

One Minute Manager Dentist Style 12.05.2021

There are 3 things that need to be done right to become an effective one-minute manager, and in this episode, Gary will help you get them done right. This episode also features a clinical tip from Brian Harris, DDS, on using technology to reach more patients.

Offense or Defense? 05.05.2021

Do you know the advantages of having an offensive mindset regarding decision-making in your practice? In this episode, Gary will share 5 situations and the possible outcomes when you make an offensive approach and a defensive approach.

Funding Future Technology 28.04.2021

One of the common things amongst successful dental practices is that they constantly invest in the latest dental technology. But not all dental practices have the same budget. So how do you invest in technology if you're on a budget? Listen to the episode to find out.

6 Steps to Successfully Resign from PPO Plans 21.04.2021

Are you thinking of resigning from PPO Plans? Many dentists are trying to resign from PPO plans because being dependent on insurance companies is a pain and torture you keep receiving and not a gift that keeps giving. Listen to the episode to find out the steps to successfully resign from PPO plans. This episode also features a Dental CPA Insight from Kate Willeford, CPA.

The $1,000 An Hour Dentist 14.04.2021

Are you satisfied with the hourly production you're achieving right now? If you're not, this is an episode you wouldn't want to miss. In this episode, Gary shares five strategies to help dentists increase their hourly production and what you'll need to work on to increase your hourly production continuously. This episode also features a Clinical Tip from Dr. Rich Hirschinger, DDS, MBA, on recogniz...

Help! My Practice is Flat Lining 07.04.2021

In this week's episode, Gary shares that if a practice is not growing, it's dying. And he shares how a flat-lining practice can negatively impact growth. If this is something that you have ever experienced or something you're experiencing and want to avoid absolutely, then this episode is just for you! Tune in to this episode to learn the untapped potentials in dentistry and more!

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