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The Thriving Dentist Show

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Gary Takacs
www.thrivingdentist.com/
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.

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.

Episodes

The Thriving Dentist Show
Lessons from "Leaders Eat Last" by Simon Sinek
This podcast episode explores how the concepts and principles outlined in Simon Sinek's book, 'Leaders Eat Last' can be relevant and valuable to dentists. Often, dentists tend to focus solely on the technical aspects of their work and overlook the importance of cultivating a positive team culture. …
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49min
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Tips to Avoid the 'All or Nothing' Case Presentation Dilemma
Are you looking to enhance your case presentation skills and elevate your dental practice? Tune in to this episode, where Gary offers expert insights and practical advice on mastering case presentation and improving patient communication. From building trust and rapport to explaining treatment opti…
Mar 3
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56min
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The Thriving Dentist Show
What is the Best Practice Model?
Gary shares the Best Practice Model for dental practices in this episode, emphasizing patient care, processes, and efficiency. Key components include communication, education, and technology. Practical tips are provided for implementation to improve your practice and patient experiences. Listen now…
Mar 3
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42min
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The Thriving Dentist Show
The Missing Ingredient That Makes All the Difference
Gary explores the crucial element that can transform dental practices in this podcast episode. He likens it to cooking, where omitting one ingredient can significantly impact the outcome. Gary highlights five key areas in dental practices where a small addition can raise it to a world-class level. …
Mar 3
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42min
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Whitening as a Gateway Service
In this episode, Gary discusses how using teeth whitening as a gateway service can attract new patients to your dental practice, build trust and credibility, and introduce them to other cosmetic procedures and preventative care. Teeth whitening is a safe, effective, and affordable way to achieve a …
Mar 3
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45min
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The Thriving Dentist Show
The Accountability Episode
Do you want to take your office's level of accountability to the next level? In this episode, Gary dives into the importance of staff accountability in dental offices. From improving the quality of care to promoting transparency and trust, you won't want to miss this enlightening discussion. Gary s…
Feb 2
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46min
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The Thriving Dentist Show
How to Successfully Use CoDiscovery in your Practice with Dr. Paul Henny
In this Thriving Dentist Show interview, Gary invited his friend Dr. Paul Henny as a Guest to discuss how to integrate the CoDiscovery process in your practice successfully.
Feb 2
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1hrs
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The Thriving Dentist Show
5 Recommendations that will Radically Reduce Your Hygiene Cancellations and No-Shows
In this episode, Gary discusses the issue of hygiene appointment cancellations in dental practices. With five practical recommendations, we aim to help dental professionals reduce the number of canceled appointments and keep patients committed to their oral health. From simple changes to the bookin…
Feb 2
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43min
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1 view
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The Thriving Dentist Show
A Compelling Reason Why Resigning from PPO Plans Benefits Your Patients
Are you ready to take your patient care to the next level? Resign from your current insurance provider and open up new opportunities for advanced treatments and procedures, better reimbursement rates, and improved patient support. In this episode, Gary talks about a compelling reason why resigning …
Feb 2
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42min
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1 view
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The Thriving Dentist Show
5 Specific Strategies to Control Your Overhead to 60% or Less
Overheads are a major concern for dentists because they can significantly impact the profitability of a dental practice. Reducing overheads can help dentists increase profits and provide more affordable care to patients! In this episode, Gary shares 5 proven strategies to control your practice over…
Jan 1
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50min
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1 view
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The Thriving Dentist Show
What We Can All Learn from the Southwest Airlines Meltdown!
In this episode, Gary talks about the reasons behind the recent meltdown of SouthWest Airlines and then shares some takeaways from this meltdown that can be related to dentistry. These takeaways will help ensure your dental practice doesn’t go through a meltdown like Southwest Airlines.
Jan 1
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51min
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1 view
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Thriving in Dentistry Series with Dr. Chris Wujick
In this episode, Gary will talk to Dr. Chris Wujick and discuss Dr. Wujick’s journey in dentistry so far and the importance of technology in a practice and how it helps improve a new patient experience.
Jan 1
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44min
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1 view
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The Thriving Dentist Show
The Case for Including Digital Photos for Patient Education in your New Patient Appointment
Digital photography can have numerous impacts on your dental practice: Photos can educate patients and improve case acceptance. In this episode Gary shares 6 Digital Photos for Patient Education in your New Patient Appointment to improve your case acceptance.
Jan 1
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44min
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1 view
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The Thriving Dentist Show
8 Tips to Make 2023 Your Best Year Yet!
In this episode, Gary presents 8 specific strategies to make 2023 your best year. Gary offers specific tactics within each strategy that will allow you to use the strategy to its full potential. Masterclass - EKWA Marketing -
Dec 12
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47min
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1 view
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Are you Working Too Hard for Too Little?
Dentists today see the gap grow between production and collections even after working so hard and getting stressed. So what can they do differently in dentistry to have personal, professional, and financial satisfaction? Find out by listening to this episode.
Dec 12
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45min
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1 view
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The Thriving Dentist Show
8 Tips to Developing a High Performance Team
Is your team underperforming? How do you create a high-performing team? Listen to this episode and find out 8 tips to help you create a high-performing team. Save your spot for the upcoming Masterclass - https://bit.ly/3rC1Fj4
Dec 12
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52min
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1 view
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Dentistry from the New Patient Perspective in 2023 and Beyond
The way a patient thinks before choosing his new dentist today differs from how a patient would think 10 years ago, so it's important to understand how a patient thinks and acts today before finding a new dentist. Tune into this episode and find out what you need to have in place to attract new pat…
Dec 12
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47min
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1 view
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Thriving in Dentistry Series Featuring Warren Boardman
In this episode, Gary will talk to Dr. Warren Boardman, who treats patients with sleep apnea or disruptive snoring, an oral appliance solution to getting a restful night of sleep. They will also discuss the importance of starting to treat patients for Sleep Apnea in your practice.
Nov 11
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46min
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1 view
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Avoiding Burnout in Your Career
Burnout is a state of chronic stress that leads to physical and emotional exhaustion, detachment and feelings of ineffectiveness and lack of accomplishment. In this episode, Gary shares tips to make sure this doesn’t happen to you. Shownotes http://bit.ly/3Eu0o37
Nov 11
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47min
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3 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
The Dentist Entrepreneur
In this episode, Gary talks about the difference between a dentist and a dental entrepreneur and how a dentist could become a dental entrepreneur.
Nov 11
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51min
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1 view
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The Thriving Dentist Show
The Three Types of Meetings that Every Thriving Practice Needs
Having team meetings is a way to ensure your staff and management teams are aligned so that no obstacles stand in the way of your practice's progress and to create an open forum for dialogue and discussion. In this episode, Gary talks about 3 types of meetings that will synchronize your team toward…
Nov 11
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49min
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1 view
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The Thriving Dentist Show
The Personal Story of Dr. L.D. Pankey
In this episode, Gary shares a story about L.D.Pankey, The father of modern-day dentistry, and this story needs to be passed on from generation to generation. Did you know that he was accepted to dental school at 19 and graduated as a dentist at 23? To find out more interesting facts and stories ab…
Nov 11
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52min
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4 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
A Scheduling Model to Support a Thriving Practice
No-shows in dental practices cause under-utilization of resources and increase waiting times for other patients. In this episode, Gary talks about a model that reduces the impact of no-shows in dental practices.
Oct 10
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47min
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1 view
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Thriving in Dentistry Series with Dr. Bahram Hamidi and Dr. Sara Shahi
Gary interviews Dr. Bahram Hamidi and Dr. Sarah Shahi in this episode of The Thriving In Dentistry Series. They share their dentistry experiences and information about their thriving dental practice, TriBeCa Dental Associates.
Oct 10
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47min
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4 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Find Your Community!
Dentistry can be a lonely profession, and social disconnect is a significant problem for dentists. How can they overcome this? By joining communities! Strong communities are critical because they’re often an essential source of social connection and a sense of belonging. In this episode, Gary will …
Oct 10
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48min
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3 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
4 Tips to Finish the Year Strong
By finishing the year on a high note, you can be proud of your work and enjoy the growth of your dental practice. In this episode, Gary shares 4 Tips to Finish the Year Strong.
Oct 10
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48min
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4 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Tips to Increase Your Call Conversions
In this episode, Gary talks about some of the concepts from Good To Great and how they can be applied to your dental practice.
Sep 9
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46min
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6 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Wisdom from Jim Collins
In this episode, Gary talks about some of the concepts from Good To Great and how they can be applied to your dental practice.
Sep 9
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46min
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3 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Why is Work/Life Balance so Elusive for Dentists?
Is Work-Life Balance Possible for Dentists? Yes, work-life balance is possible for dentists as long as you remember to set limits at work and look after yourself. Tune into the episode to find out how?
Sep 9
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53min
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3 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Thriving In Dentistry Series Featuring Dr. Steven Hatcher
A special episode featuring Dr.Steven Hatcher in which he shares his experience in dentistry thus far.
Sep 9
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43min
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5 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Are We About to Experience the Next Boom In Cosmetic Dentistry?
Over the past few years, more people have been investing in cosmetic dentistry to improve their appearance and smile confidence. So, in this episode, Gary talks about 4 specific tips to grow cosmetic dentistry in your practice to Millennials in particular.
Aug 8
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41min
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4 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
From Marketing Mystery to Marketing Mastery
A marketing plan is a critical part of an overall business plan. Though it should be comprehensive, it doesn’t need to be complicated. Tune into this episode to find out how to master marketing and grow your practice. Shownotes https://bit.ly/3R8GoaK
Aug 8
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43min
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6 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Team and Systems Calibration
How do you transform your changing team into a symbiotic superteam? Start with doing a calibration with your team. Listen to the episode to learn how to calibrate your team and the systems in your practice. Shownotes https://bit.ly/3QRRYar
Aug 8
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42min
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4 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
The Most Effective Decision Making Style Among Thriving Dentists
In this Episode, Gary explains four main styles of decision-making in the workplace with examples, so you can understand what style you could use to make decisions in your dental practice. Shownotes https://bit.ly/3JQgdTZ
Aug 8
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46min
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5 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Update: Effective Hiring Strategies
Are you finding it hard to hire staff for your dental practice? Are you sure the language in your job ads is working? Tune into this episode to find out effective hiring strategies. Shownotes https://bit.ly/3BDjeFk
Aug 8
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52min
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7 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Thriving In Dentistry Series Featuring Dr. Emmanuel Manny Ngoh
A special episode featuring Dr.Emmanuel Manny Ngoh in which he shares his experience in dentistry thus far. Shownotes https://bit.ly/3RYlfl7
Jul 7
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38min
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3 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Lessons From The Last Recession
How do you ensure your dental practice thrives even if we may face a recession? Listen to this episode to discover a few things that need to be in place, according to Gary, that he learned from his experience during the great recession. Shownotes - https://bit.ly/3v07lVu
Jul 7
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46min
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5 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Blueprint to Develop Your Hygiene Department to Full Potential
In this episode, Gary talks about the metrics you need to achieve to unlock your hygiene department's full potential. He also shares strategies to help you achieve these metrics.
Jul 7
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46min
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6 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
The Five Leadership Characteristics of a Thriving Dentist
A thriving dentist has five leadership characteristics inspiring his team members to take action and set a course for future success. To find out what they are, listen to this episode.
Jul 7
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45min
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6 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
A,B and C Patients
How does categorizing your patients help you create an ideal dental practice that provides an excellent experience for your patients? Listen to this episode to find out! Link to Shonwotes https://bit.ly/3u9YIaI
Jun 6
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48min
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5 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
The Importance of Having A Strong 'Why'
In this episode, Gary talks about the importance of having a strong why and how it helps improve your practice culture and develop an ideal dental practice. Shownotes https://bit.ly/3OB2MbP
Jun 6
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45min
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4 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Thriving In Dentistry Series Featuring Dr. Paul Henny
This is a special episode featuring Dr. Paul Henny in which Gary and Paul discuss 3 key topics. Strategic Hiring, Co-Discovery and Neuroscience and Dentistry Tune in to the episode to find out what Dr. Paul has to say about these topics.
Jun 6
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50min
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8 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Tips To Improve Case Acceptance
In this episode, Gary shares 4 particular tips that a practice owner in any state of his career can use to improve case acceptance. Shownotes - Schedule a Free Meeting with EKWA -
Jun 6
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49min
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5 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
The Struggle to Balance Efficiency and Connection
Do you want to know how to get a balance between efficiency and connection? Then, listen to this episode to solve this Dysfunction that most dental practices have. Libsyn Shownotes - https://bit.ly/3N9FtWe
Jun 6
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49min
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15 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
How To Improve Your 9 Most Important KPI's
In this episode Gary talks about the 9 most important KPIs to create a thriving practice and how to improve them. Shownotes https://bit.ly/3lEg4rt
May 5
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47min
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6 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Strategies To Increase Same Day Dentistry
Does your practice finish the day with more production than when you started the day? If you don’t, this episode is just what you need to listen to. Schedule A Free Meeting with EKWA - Episode Shownotes - https://bit.ly/3a9BVVl
May 5
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46min
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5 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
How Far Can I Go as a Solo Dentist Practice Owner?
How far can you go as a solo dentist practice? Is a solo practice the right model to follow now? Listen to the episode to find out! Schedule a FREE MEETING with EKWA - Shownotes https://bit.ly/3N4fUFn
May 5
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53min
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5 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Thriving In Dentistry Series Featuring Dr. Christopher & Dr. Baldwin Marchack
A special episode featuring Dr. Christopher and Dr. Baldwin Marchack together, in which they both share their experiences in dentistry thus far. Shownotes - https://bit.ly/3s9Tf2B
May 5
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40min
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7 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Dental Real Estate
Do you know the benefits of investing in real estate rather than renting out a space? To find out how to invest in real estate and avoid the landmines, listen to this episode. Shownotes - https://bit.ly/3KebFFH \- Schedule A Free meeting with EKWA Marketing -
Apr 4
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55min
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3 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
The Remarkable New Patient Experience
In this episode, Gary shares some detailed information that can be applied immediately in your dental practice to enhance a new patient's experience. Shownotes - https://bit.ly/3xBJ8Hm
Apr 4
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52min
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6 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Six Goals to Achieve Personal, Professional and Financial Satisfaction
In this episode, Gary talks about 6 goals you must achieve to create a thriving dental practice.
Apr 4
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49min
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6 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Does the Trend in Concierge Medicine Apply to Dentistry?
Did you know that there is a growing trend in medicine and health care towards concierge-style practices? Find out why and how you could develop your practice into a concierge model practice by listening to this episode.
Apr 4
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57min
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6 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Inflation : Now What?
Inflation is a significant challenge everyone faces right now but is it a challenge or an opportunity to succeed? Listen to the episode to find out. Shownotes - https://bit.ly/3qNFdmq
Mar 3
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50min
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4 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Thriving In Dentistry Series Featuring Dr. Benjamin Seaton
A special episode with Dr. Benjamin J. Seaton, DDS, MAGD, in which Benjamin shares his experience in his journey in dentistry so far. Shownotes https://bit.ly/3ix3k4t
Mar 3 '22
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41min
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4 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
7 Questions for the New Patient Interview
Did you know that you could build trust or distrust with your new patients within 30 seconds of your meeting? The new-patient interview is the initial doctor, and patient conversation as new patients enter your practice. In this episode, Gary will share 7 questions you could ask your new patients t…
Mar 3 '22
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44min
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6 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Dr. Peter Dawson on Helping Patients Want Complete Dentistry
As all of you know, Dr. Dawson is a legend in dentistry, and Complete dentistry was the term he coined as he learned more and more about providing complex treatment. What is complex dentistry? Shownotes https://bit.ly/3hOII7t
Mar 3 '22
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50min
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5 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
2022 Website Tips
Did you know that only 4% of websites get 95% of the traffic on the internet? Is your website in that 4%? How do you get your website into that 4%? Tune into this episode to find out! Shownotes https://bit.ly/3tpbCAe
Mar 3 '22
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48min
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6 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Following Up on Unscheduled Treatment Plans
Did you know that dentists are known as file cabinet millionaires? Do you know why? Tune in to this episode to find out why and how you can avoid becoming a file cabinet millionaire by following simple steps of following up on unscheduled treatment plans. Shownotes - https://bit.ly/3BHnFNb
Feb 2 '22
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50min
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4 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Tips for a Thriving Hygiene Department
Many dentists think that the hygiene department is a loss leader, but Dr. Omer Reed said that the hygiene department is crucial to have a successful practice! Listen to this episode to find out why the hygiene department is crucial and five tips to improve the hygiene department of your practice. L…
Feb 2 '22
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53min
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3 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Thriving In Dentistry Series Featuring Dr. Kevin Kellerman
A special episode with Dr. Kevin Kellerman, DMD, in which Kevin shares his experience in his journey in dentistry so far. Shownotes
Feb 2 '22
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43min
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The Thriving Dentist Show
The One Mistake That Nearly Every Dental Practice is Making
What’s the common mistake most dental practices make that thriving practices don’t? Listen to the episode to find out! Shownotes  -
Feb 2 '22
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42min
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Strategies to Attract and Keep Quality Associate Dentists
Why is it better to have quality associates help you create an ideal dental practice? How do you attract quality associates? Listen to the episode to find out. Masterclass Tickets - https://bit.ly/3nhIwk0 Ekwa Marketing meeting - https://bit.ly/3rc9nzm
Jan 1 '22
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55min
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2 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
How to Avoid 'System Degrading' in Your Practice
How do you avoid system degrading in your dental practice? This is a common issue faced by a lot of dentists. Listen to this episode to find some fun solutions to avoid system degrading in your practice. Link to shownotes -https://bit.ly/3FLz66J
Jan 1 '22
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53min
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2 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Important vs Urgent: 3 Applications
Are you doing what’s important in your practice or getting distracted by doing what's urgent? Listen to the episode to find out. Shownotes - https://bit.ly/3HPcTX4
Jan 1 '22
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54min
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2 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Dual Confirmation System
How could you follow up on patient appointments and ensure they turn up for their appointment without fail? Listen to this episode to find out! Link to shownotes https://bit.ly/3EV61pc
Jan 1 '22
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41min
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2 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Thriving In Dentistry Series Featuring Dr. Mauricio Rodriguez
In this episode, Gary interviews Mauricio Rodriguez, and they discuss Mauricio’s journey in dentistry and experience that has helped to reach this point.
Dec 12 '21
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41min
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The Thriving Dentist Show
A Short Cut to Attract Quality Dental Assistants
Do you want to attract quality dental assistants? Then this is an episode you sure don't want to miss! Shownotes https://bit.ly/3JagwrT
Dec 12 '21
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57min
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The Thriving Dentist Show
You Have Been Taught a Flawed Case Presentation Technique!
Do you make the same mistake regarding case presentations to patients? Listen to this episode to find out the most effective and successful way of case presentation to your patients. Shownotes link https://bit.ly/3m636U3
Dec 12 '21
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56min
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3 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Applying the 6 Leadership Styles in Your Practice
In this episode Gary talks about Daniel Goleman’s 6 leadership styles and how you can use these styles to solve challenges in your dental practice. Shownotes - https://bit.ly/3y5sOwK
Dec 12 '21
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52min
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The Thriving Dentist Show
The Best Way to Pay Yourself as an Owner Dentist
When you ask a dentist how they pay themselves, they would say they take what is left. Is this the right way to pay yourself as a dentist? Tune in to the episode to find out about this model! Link to shownotes https://bit.ly/3G2jQTB
Dec 12 '21
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51min
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Mastering Digital Marketing in 2022 and Beyond Part 2 : Influence At Work
This episode is part 2 of the previous episode titled Mastering Digital Marketing in 2022 and Beyond. How do you influence people to choose you? Listen to the episode to find out! Shownotes Link - https://bit.ly/3cKMdZS MasterClass Link - https://bit.ly/2VoDs2F
Nov 11 '21
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46min
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4 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Mastering Digital Marketing in 2022 and Beyond
Find out how to master digital marketing and get more patients to find your practice easily by ranking high in Google search results. Shownotes - https://bit.ly/3FpLoSy Masterclass - https://bit.ly/2VoDs2F
Nov 11 '21
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50min
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Biggest Mistakes Dentists Make when Purchasing a Practice
The best possible career path is owning a dental practice, but it’s not something suited for everyone. Listen to the episode to find out the four biggest mistakes a dentist must avoid when purchasing a dental practice. Link to Shownotes Link to MBA Workshop https://bit.ly/3CcBfaP
Nov 11 '21
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56min
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5 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Is Bigger Always Better?
In this insightful episode Gary will discuss and help you understand if a bigger practice is always better. Shownotes - Upcoming MBA - RIDA Sumit -
Nov 11 '21
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48min
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Coach John Wooden As Your Mentor
In this episode, Gary will discuss the 6 principles of John Wooden and how they can be applied in dentistry. Show notes https://bit.ly/3EhkrA0
Oct 10 '21
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51min
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2 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
A Systematic, Step-by-Step Approach to Build Your Confidence with Fred Joyal
In this episode, Gary interviews Fred Joyal, and they discuss about Fred’s new book Superbold: From Under-confident to Charismatic in 90 Days Shownotes https://bit.ly/3Ect7b5
Oct 10 '21
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44min
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4 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
A System to Control Your Five Largest Expense Categories
Always begin with the end in mind. In this episode Gary will talk about a system to control the 5 largest expenses in a dental practice. Shownotes https://bit.ly/2YHXAyE
Oct 10 '21
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59min
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3 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Thriving in Dentistry Series Featuring Dr. Jon Marashi
In this episode Gary interviews Dr. Jon Marashi and they discuss Jon's backstory and trajectory in dentistry as well as his business experience. Link to shownotes https://bit.ly/3adisjo
Oct 10 '21
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43min
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4 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
If Owning One Practice is Good, Should I own two?
Is having one practice tough? How about owning two? In this episode, Gary speaks on If Owning One Practice is Good, Should I Own Two? Shownotes https: //bit.ly/2ZAyKk5
Sep 9 '21
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45min
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3 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Can a PPO Practice Be a Thriving Practice?
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
Sep 9 '21
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51min
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2 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
How to use Focus Time in a Thriving Practice?
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.
Sep 9 '21
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55min
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8 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Know your Patients
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
Sep 9 '21
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44min
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3 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Tips from Social Media Masters in Dentistry
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
Sep 9 '21
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51min
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6 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Successfully Onboarding New Team Members
In this episode, Gary shares five simple steps to create an onboarding process that leads towards success. Shownotes https://bit.ly/3mtZ88C
Aug 8 '21
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52min
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15 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
A Life Well Lived in Dentistry
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
Aug 8 '21
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57min
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7 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Episode #500: Thoughts from Leaders in Dentistry on What Makes a Thriving Dental Practice in 2021 and Beyond!
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
Aug 8 '21
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46min
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4 views
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Lessons from Steve Jobs Applied to Dentistry
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
Aug 8 '21
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The $1 Million NET Practice
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
Jul 7 '21
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How to Achieve 10%+ Growth Every Year
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
Jul 7 '21
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20 Metrics of a Thriving Practice
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
Jul 7 '21
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6 Tips for Hiring in a Tight Labor Market
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
Jul 7 '21
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What We have Learned in Call Recording and Call Coaching
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 t…
Jun 6 '21
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5 Reasons To Be Bullish On Dentistry
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
Jun 6 '21
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The Five Most Important Lessons I’ve Learned Since Owning a Dental Practice
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
Jun 6 '21
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Culture Eats Strategy for Lunch
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…
Jun 6 '21
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Influence is Everything Today
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.
Jun 6 '21
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Leadership in a Thriving Practice
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 devel…
May 5 '21
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No Coasting - A Lesson from Terry Bradshaw
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.
May 5 '21
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One Minute Manager Dentist Style
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.
May 5 '21
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Offense or Defense?
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.
May 5 '21
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Funding Future Technology
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.
Apr 4 '21
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6 Steps to Successfully Resign from PPO Plans
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…
Apr 4 '21
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The $1,000 An Hour Dentist
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 con…
Apr 4 '21
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Help! My Practice is Flat Lining
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 …
Apr 4 '21
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5 Strategies To Increase The Value Of Your Practice
Do you know the five things you can do to lead an increase in the practice's value naturally? The practice is one of the most significant assets for a dentist, and in this episode, Gary will share five strategies that will naturally lead to an increase in the value of the practice. This episode als…
Mar 3 '21
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It's Time To Get Serious About Diagnosing And Treating Perio Disease In Your Practice
Periodontal disease is an epidemic in today's world amongst adults, yet most practices cannot get their hygiene department to treat even 30% of patients for periodontitis. This is an area in dentistry where you will be saving lives as there is a direct causal relationship between periodontal diseas…
Mar 3 '21
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A Proven System to Follow Up on Insurance Accounts Receivable
Are Insurance companies paying like they are supposed to? In this episode, Gary shares a system that will help you follow up on insurance account receivables and get them on time from insurance companies. This episode also features a Dental CPA Insight from Mark B. Rosen, CPA, CFP(R) on “Practice O…
Mar 3 '21
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Strategies to Attract and Keep the Best Possible Team Members
One characteristic of a world-class dental practice is they successfully attract and keep quality team members. In this episode, Gary reveals five tips for attracting and five tips to retain the best possible team members in your practice. The episode also features a Clinical Tip from Dr. Rich Hirs…
Mar 3 '21
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The Myth Busting Episode
Myths often hold dentists back from achieving their full potential by limiting their mindset. In this episode, Gary will bust 5 common myths dentists believe in that limit their mindset. This episode also features a Dental CPA insight from Barry Oliver, CPA/PFS on Backdoor Roth IRA. Listen to the e…
Mar 3 '21
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The Benefits to Adding a Part-Time Specialist to Your General Dental Practice
While many specialist dentists prefer the traditional route of opening or purchasing a specialty practice or becoming a partner in a specialty practice, there is a growing trend among young specialists to work with general dentists instead of owning a practice. Listen to the episode to discover wh…
Feb 2 '21
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8 Important Details of A Winning Dental Practice Website
Many dental practices miss out on attracting and converting new patients via online avenues simply because they don't have an optimized website or don't follow the best search engine practices. In this episode, Gary and Naren share 8 Important Details of a Winning Dental Practice Website that will …
Feb 2 '21
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How to Collect Everything You Produce
Today, many dental practices are owed more in "accounts receivables" than they should be. This significantly impacts the practice's financial strength. However, you can overcome this limitation at your practice with the right systems, strategies, and most importantly, the support of your team! In t…
Feb 2 '21
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The 5 Biggest Barriers to Practice Growth
Growing your practice is often an exhilarating experience, however, like any other aspect in dentistry, this too has its own share of hurdles that we need to be successful at overcoming, to fully reap the benefits of owning a practice that's growth-oriented! In this week's Thriving Dentist episode,…
Feb 2 '21
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Building a Successful DSO
Building a successful DSO can be a very ambitious project that can help you on your journey to achieving financial independence as a dentist! In this Thriving Dentist episode, Naren & Gary talk about the core traits that make great DSOs successful & how you can take these & apply them in your own p…
Jan 1 '21
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Retooling the body for 2021 with Dr. Uche Odiatu
In the grand scheme of things, we as dentists, spend a significant portion of our time taking care of patients and end up becoming negligent of our own mental and physical well-being. Staying in good health both mentally and physically is crucial to achieving our fullest potential as a dentist. In …
Jan 1 '21
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Strategies to Avoid Burnout
If you're not careful, you can get too caught up in the realities of day-to-day practice to the point where you may begin to experience burnout. Around 84% of dentists today have experienced burnouts during some part of their careers! In this Thriving Dentist episode, Naren & Gary discuss 6 Strateg…
Jan 1 '21
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Fast Track to Practice Ownership
Are you looking forward to becoming a Dental Practice Owner? Whether you're a young dentist passionate about owning a practice or a dental student looking forward to becoming a practice owner someday, you will find that there are many ways to work towards that goal. In this Thriving Dentist episode…
Jan 1 '21
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What is your BHAG?
BHAG stands for Big, Hairy, Audacious Goal. Having a BHAG will inspire you to set the right elements in place that will help you achieve this goal! In this Thriving Dentist episode, Gary & Naren talk about the importance of a B.H.A.G for every practice. They also share a few examples of a BHAG that…
Dec 12 '20
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5 Tips to Make 2021 Your Best Year Yet!
Are you looking forward to 2021? It's no doubt that many practices had to put a hold on their plans on practice growth in 2020. Today as we draw closer to a new year, we seem to have a bit more certainty as things start to unfold, from where we were earlier this year. In this episode, Gary shares 5…
Dec 12 '20
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Is the Solo Dentist Practice Model Dead?
The solo dentist practice model is not what it once was. It is increasingly difficult for dentists to keep up with the latest technology while managing overheads as well as finding meaningful work-life balance. In this week’s episode, Gary discusses the future of the solo dentist model as well as v…
Dec 12 '20
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How to Use ‘After’ Photos to Promote High Value Services in Your Practice
After photographs have long been an effective way to inspire desire and confidence. In this week's episode, Gary and Naren discuss how dental practices can successfully leverage “after” photos to influence patients to choose high-value services. This episode is filled with useful advice and real-li…
Dec 12 '20
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Mergers and Acquisitions in a Thriving Practice
Post covid -19, dentists have been facing challenges running their practices. This has presented an exciting opportunity for thriving practices to grow their patient base by merging or acquiring such practices. In this episode, Gary & Naren discuss how to identify and execute a successful practice …
Dec 12 '20
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Strategies to Fill 92%+ of Your Available Hygiene Appointments!
The hygiene department represents a hidden potential for many practices. In today’s episode, Gary examines the importance of the hygiene department in a thriving dental practice. Together they discuss 4 well-defined goals that dentists should pursue en route to making the hygiene department the pro…
Nov 11 '20
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Taking Your Practice From Good to Great!
Transformation is a word we hear so often these days and for valid reasons. In this week's episode, Gary elaborates on how to build a truly great practice and sets out key goals that every dentist should pursue to achieve greatness. This episode shows you that the path to greatness is not as daunti…
Nov 11 '20
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How to Grow the Whitening Component of Your Practice
A whiter & brighter smile plays a crucial role in forming positive impressions. In this week’s episode, Gary and Naren discuss the importance of the whitening component in your practice and how growing this segment will lead to more patients being interested in cosmetic and restorative dentistry. T…
Nov 11 '20
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Strategies to Create a Legacy Practice!
We all want to build a legacy. However, building a legacy practice is easier said than done. It is a systematic process that requires incredible focus and determination. In this episode, Gary and Naren discuss the importance of creating a legacy and how a legacy-driven mindset will radically transf…
Nov 11 '20
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HR and COVID-19: What Dentists NEED to Know with Ali Oromchian
The Covid-19 pandemic is an unprecedented crisis that has brought upon a rapid change in the workplace. This week, Ali Oromchian - Founder and CEO of HR for Health, stops by the podcast to discuss HR in the post-covid world. In this episode, Gary and Ali discuss the FFCRA and its implications on yo…
Oct 10 '20
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The Associate Episode
Do you love dentistry and your practice, but wish you had a bit more time for yourself? Most solo dentists complain that, although business is thriving, they feel exhausted. In this week's podcast, Gary and Naren discuss shortcomings of the solo dentist model and why you should consider adding an a…
Oct 10 '20
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We Don’t Need More PPE, We Need Better PPE - Meet Clara with Fred Joyal and Cherie Le Penske
We’ve all had to wear more PPE than usual, and finding a mask that is both comfortable and effective has proven quite challenging. In this week's episode, Fred Joyal & Cherie Lepenske join Gary to introduce “CLARA” a new respirator mask, specially designed to address the concerns most clinicians fa…
Oct 10 '20
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Strategies to Successfully Reactivate Past Due Hygiene Patients
Did you know that it costs you less to keep an existing patient than it does to attract a new one? Every dental practice has plenty of existing patients that are either not very active or completely inactive. So how do you keep your existing patients active? In this episode, Gary explains how by sh…
Oct 10 '20
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Is the way your phone answered the Achilles’ heel in your Practice?
Many dentists invest in marketing to attract potential new patients, but what they don't realize is that if their team does not answer incoming phone calls effectively, they're losing out on the results of their marketing efforts. This week, Gary shares his insights on how to effectively respond to…
Sep 9 '20
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Mutual Aid Agreement - Everything You Need to Know
As a dentist, one of the most valuable assets you own is your practice, and if you think about it, the value of a practice is highly dependent on the dentist. So what if something happens to you, the dentist? Are you and your practice ready to face that challenge? This week, Gary challenges you to …
Sep 9 '20
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The Benefits of ‘Book Club’ with your Team Members
To be better tomorrow than you are today is a philosophy that Gary firmly believes and follows each day. He and his team at LifeSmiles, have followed this principle by embracing life-long learning & actively attending book club meetings since the year 2007. These book club sessions have been instru…
Sep 9 '20
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The AMA (Ask Me Anything) Episode
In this week’s episode, Gary answers 11 practice management questions shared by dentists and practice owners like you. These series of questions cover a wide range of topics, from tips to reducing insurance dependence, to increasing case acceptance, as well as how to have a high performing team wit…
Sep 9 '20
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Tips to Help Dentists Do More of the Dentistry They Love!
In this week’s Thriving Dentist Show, Gary shares actionable tips to help patients accept more of the types of dentistry that the Dentist would like to provide. This episode will prepare you on how to convince your patients to make rational decisions about their oral health while encouraging them t…
Sep 9 '20
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How to Avoid the Coming Crisis in Your Hygiene Schedule
In this week’s episode, Gary Takacs shares tips on how you can take actionable measures to avoid the coming crisis in your hygiene schedule. Due to the Lock downs that prevailed in March-April, most of us have not had any patients who came in those two to three months. What happens if they did not …
Aug 8 '20
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4 Tips to Become a More Effective Leader
In this week's episode, Gary Takacs shares the importance of leadership in a dental practice and how you can develop it. Gary also shares a list of books that you can read to progress and understand the importance of leadership and the impact it has on the culture of your practice. To be a world-cl…
Aug 8 '20
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The One Metric You Must Know if You are a PPO Practice!
In this week's episode, Gary Takacs will be diving deep into a metric that 9 out of 10 dentists involved in PPO plans are completely unaware of. A lot of dentists are involved with insurance companies to get new patients into their practice, but they are unaware of the money they pay insurance comp…
Aug 8 '20
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A Pathway for More Fee-For-Service Patients!
In this week’s Thriving Dentist Show, Gary Takacs will share all of the details behind the concept of using an in-office membership plan to attract new patients who do not have dental insurance. Gary shares many insightful tips and guidelines to create the ideal membership plan for your practice an…
Aug 8 '20
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The Biggest Scheduling Mistake That Dentists Make
In this week's Thriving Dentist Show podcast, Gary shares about the biggest scheduling mistake that dentists make. Scheduling appointments is one of the most vital parts of growing your dental practice, as that's how you can get new patients as well as get your regular patients to turn up for their…
Jul 7 '20
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World-Class Dental CE Resources
In this week's episode, Gary shares valuable information on world-class CE resources with many details on courses plus dentists that will help our listeners get accredited and certified to join the elite group of world-class dentists. Having been in the dental industry for more than 40 years, one o…
Jul 7 '20
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7 Specific Tips to Improve Your Search Engine Optimization (SEO) on Google
In this week’s episode, Gary Takacs shares 7 specific tips to improve Search Engine Optimization on Google. Mastering SEO on google is a pathway for attracting more quality new patients for your dental practice! Learn the strategies that will help you master SEO and increase quality, new patients t…
Jul 7 '20
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Tips To Convert Potential New Patient Calls To Appointments
In this week’s episode, Gary Takacs shares 4 tips on how to convert potential new patient calls to appointments. According to him, it's all about first impressions. It is necessary to make a good impression during that first phone call. This episode will help you learn how to create an everlasting …
Jul 7 '20
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The Benefits Of Assisted Hygiene
In this week’s episode, Gary Takacs talks about the benefits of assisted hygiene & provides you with secret tips that will help you implement this system in your dental practice too! You will be able to understand what assisted hygiene is, the 4 KPIs that need to be in place for a hygiene driven pr…
Jul 7 '20
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A Bonus System that Works!
In this week’s Thriving Dentist Show, Gary shares about his most favorite system of achieving consecutive growth in his Life Smiles Practice, which is having a proper Bonus system/compensation system that works. This episode will help you understand the importance of having a properly functioning B…
Jun 6 '20
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How Understanding DISC Personality Styles can Transform Your Practice!
In this episode, Gary shares his insights on the DISC personality styles while explaining in detail about each category and how to identify each personality style to help transform a dental practice. This episode will help our listeners understand the importance of DISC personality styles and how t…
Jun 6 '20
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5 trends to watch in dentistry
In this episode, Gary shares the five trends in dentistry that every dentist should keep an eye out, especially post-COVID 19. Further, Gary explains in detail how dentists should approach their patients into a conversation about comprehensive care & how to build a relationship with them as a relat…
Jun 6 '20
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Is NOW the Time to Resign from PPO Plans?
In this episode, Gary answers the question if this is the time to resign from PPO plans, especially during a crisis. Tune in to the episode to learn what he has to say for this question. He further stresses on the negative points of having a higher overhead and its impacts on your dental practice &…
Jun 6 '20
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The Ideal Practice Size
Gary & Naren share their insights on how to determine the right size for your dental practice. They share six specific goals that help to determine the ideal size of the dental practice. The listeners can benefit immensely from this episode to learn why a dental practice should focus on its growth …
May 5 '20
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Special Gift: Free MouthGuard Project Course for Thriving Dentist Show Listeners ($199 Value)
In this episode, Gary Takacs, along with Naren Arulrajah, delves deeper into why every one of our listeners should incorporate the mouth guard course to create NFL quality mouth guards as a marketing/ service project for their patients and their community. Gary shares with his listeners how the Mou…
May 5 '20
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Tips to Improve Your Immune System' with Dr. Uche Odiatu
In this episode, Gary interviews Dr.Uche Odiatu on strengthening the immune system to lead a healthy life, especially during this challenging time, and encourage our listeners to be fit and healthy while showing us how 'stress' plays a major role in our health. Tune into this special episode to und…
May 5 '20
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Thoughts From Leaders In Dentistry On Making Your Future Bigger Than Your Past
In this episode, Gary and 7 special guests share their thoughts on ''how to create a bigger future than the past.'' The 7 leaders in dentistry encourage our listeners on how to be strong during challenging times as this. The Guests are Nikkie Green, David Hornbrook, Paul Henny, Fred Joyal, Rod Gore…
May 5 '20
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First 100 Days Plan
In this episode, Gary & Naren discuss how to plan your first 100 days. Gary has a specific ‘First 100 Days’ Plan which he uses for his personal coaching clients and he shares the same during this podcast for the benefit of all our listeners so that everyone can come back stronger once this COVID-19…
Apr 4 '20
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What Thriving Dentists are doing NOW with Marketing
In today’s episode, Gary and Naren discuss what dentists are currently doing now with their marketing during the COVID-19 pandemic. Gary and Naren also go in-depth on marketing fundamentals, Google, and Dr. Robert Cialdini’s principles.
Apr 4 '20
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Do You Really Want Things to Return to Normal?
In this episode, Gary & Naren discuss the question ‘Do You Really Want Things to Return to Normal?’ They further discuss how we can make good use of the current free time we have in hand to come back stronger & better when the pandemic situation has passed. Gary also answers questions raised by lis…
Apr 4 '20
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5 Effective Responses to COVID-19 Crisis
In today’s episode, Gary and Naren discuss five effective responses to the COVID-19 crisis. During these uncertain times, it will not only help you (the dentist) and your team members, but it will also help your patients to know that someone truly does care about them. Your perspective changes when…
Apr 4 '20
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Special Report: How Thriving Dental Practices Can Work From Home
In this episode, Gary & Naren share their insight on how dental practices can work from home during this Covid-19 pandemic. They also provide some valuable resources for our thrivers. Tune in to the episode to learn some tips for working from home during the COVID-19 crisis. If you follow this info…
Apr 4 '20
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Long Game or Short Game?
In today’s episode, Gary and Naren discuss the challenges and uncertainty of the effects of the COVID-19 to dentistry and life in general and how important it is to have the right mindset during these times of uncertainty. Tune in to this timely episode to learn more!
Mar 3 '20
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Special Report; COVID-19 and Dentistry with Dr. Gordon Christensen
This is a time of uncertainty as we deal with the challenges of COVID-19. One of the reasons people feel uncertain is the amount of conflicting information about the virus and its impact. Gary and Naren wanted to bring you the most current scientific and unbiased information about COVID-19 and how …
Mar 3 '20
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5 Specific Tips to be a Rockstar Dental Team Member
In today’s episode, Gary and Naren share 5 Specific tips to be a Rockstar Dental Team Member. This episode will help your dental practice become more efficient with your team members being more self-sufficient and great team players, putting your dental practice at the forefront.
Mar 3 '20
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How to Attract & Keep the Best Possible Team Members
In today’s episode, Gary and Naren talk about five strategies in keeping the best possible team members and reducing turnover. Gary defines the five tips that will help you to improve your hiring process and finding team members for the long term!
Mar 3 '20
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Secret to creating a practice and life of your dreams
In today’s episode, Gary and Naren discuss the secret to creating a thriving dental practice, one that helps you achieve personal, professional & financial satisfaction. Many dentists go through their careers and fall into a rut or even burn-out. Tune in to this episode to learn the secret combinat…
Mar 3 '20
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5 Growth Hacks to Make Every Year Your Best Year Yet
In today’s episode, Gary and Naren talk about five specific growth hacks to make every year your best year yet by improving your practice’s culture and production goals. You will further learn how to determine the right amount of hygiene days for your dental practice, and when should you add a seco…
Feb 2 '20
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The Thriving Dentist Show
5 Tips to Master Scheduling
In today’s episode, Gary and Naren talk about five tips on how you can master schedule in your practice and make it topnotch by improving your practice’s productivity and financial stability. Tune into this episode to learn more!
Feb 2 '20
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Defining Success in Dentistry in 2020 and Beyond
In today’s Coaching in Action segment, Gary and Naren talk about finding joy and happiness in dentistry. In the second segment, Gary interviews Tom Larkin, who shares his insights on the NCA National Football championship, discussing Joe Burrow and what it has to do with dentistry. Tune in to this …
Feb 2 '20
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56min
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The Thriving Dentist Show
The 06 Digital Photos that will Massively Increase Case Acceptance
In today’s Coaching in Action segment, Gary and Naren go in-depth on the ways of improving case acceptance in your dental practice. You will be able to understand clearly the difference between digital and intraoral photos, how to upload the photographs to the tablet/iPad, and how to get your team …
Feb 2 '20
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57min
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7 views
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The Thriving Dentist Show
How to Master the concept of ‘Story’ in your practice
In today’s Coaching in Action segment, Gary and Naren discuss marketing and mastering the concept of ‘story’ in your brand and practice. Gary shares the goal that you should be having for 2020. Tune in to this episode to find out more on how the seven points of the story come together to make your …
Jan 1 '20
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56min
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The Thriving Dentist Show
The High-Performance Dentist
In today’s Coaching in Action segment, Gary and Naren reflect on Gary’s mentor, Dr. Omer Reed, and how he influenced his life. In the Thriving Dentist Interview segment, Dr. Uche Odiatu joins Gary in conversation to help you work towards becoming a high-performing dentist in 2020 and beyond! Tune i…
Jan 1 '20
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1h 9m
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Sometimes the Best Defense is Offense: Delta Dental
In today’s Coaching in Action segment, Gary and Naren discuss the largest dental insurance provider, Delta Dental, and what happens when you resign from their plan. Gary provides in-depth information on what you can do to be on the offense. In the second segment, they talk about a real case study t…
Jan 1 '20
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1h 1m
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The Thriving Dentist Show
The 24 systems for a “Thriving Practice” - Part II
In today’s episode, Gary and Naren discuss the remaining 12 systems for a thriving practice. This episode consists of great insights and proven strategies that have generated massive results for Gary's dental practice named LifeSmiles. Part I of this series was done in episode 413. Tune in to this …
Jan 1 '20
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1h 5m
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Make 2020 the Year you Master Marketing
In this episode, Gary interviews Naren on how Dentists can master marketing in 2020. They delve deep into Dr. Robert Cialdini’s six principles of influence (in-depth), new google update, the importance of reviews, the importance of SEO for Dentists, the Google EAT update, and so much more! Tune in …
Jan 1 '20
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1h 3m
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The Thriving Dentist Show
How to develop a health-centric practice and enjoy the benefits
In this episode, Gary and Naren discuss how to develop a health-centric practice and the benefits of doing so. There's a Thriving Dentist interview segment where Gary interviews his good friend Dr. James Goolnik who is an author, speaker, and also Clinical Dentist, the founder of the Bow Lane Denta…
Dec 12 '19
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1h 5m
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The Thriving Dentist Show
The 24 Systems for a “Thriving Practice” - Part I
In this episode, Gary and Naren discuss 12 of the 24 systems that are important to have in place in your dental practice. Tune in to this episode to learn why systems are so vital and what business systems should be in place, the scheduling template to achieve a daily production goal, hygiene sched…
Dec 12 '19
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1h 8m
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Race to the Bottom or Sprint to the Top
Do you want to race to the top or the bottom? In this episode, Gary and his co-host, Naren Arulrajah, discuss in-depth on being insurance dependence and the impact Delta Dental has on the industry. Learn how you can grow your practice bigger and better by deciding to reduce your insurance dependenc…
Dec 12 '19
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1h 3m
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The Thriving Dentist Show
The Importance of Offering High Value Services
In this episode, Gary and his co-host, Naren Arulrajah, discuss in-depth about high-value services and the importance of offering them in your practice. They further discuss how to develop and market the cosmetic component of your dental practice. Additionally, you can also learn a particular clini…
Dec 12 '19
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53min
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Seven Steps for a Remarkable New Patient Experience
In this episode, Gary and his co-host, Naren Arulrajah, discuss the seven important steps involved in making a remarkable new patient experience. In the coaching in action session, Gary shares his strategies of how you can give a unique experience to your new patients as they have a massive impact …
Nov 11 '19
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55min
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Four Ways To Determine If You Are a Thriver
In today’s episode, Gary and his co-host, Naren Arulrajah, discuss various ways on how to tell if you are a ‘'Thriver,’' and how to become one if you aren’t! Gary will also introduce some case studies of Thrivers and how serving others impacts you in the best way. Learn how the concept of a ''thriv…
Nov 11 '19
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55min
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The Thriving Dentist Show
How to Develop a Hygiene Driven Practice
In today’s episode, Gary and Naren talk about the importance of developing a hygiene-driven practice and how to achieve it by measuring your performance. Gary also introduces, ‘Thriving Dentist in Real Life’ to our listeners, along with tips to improve your hygiene re-care. Grab Gary's something ex…
Nov 11 '19
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57min
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The Thriving Dentist Show
How to Develop a High Performance Team
In today’s episode, Gary and his co-host Naren Arulrajah delve into the first segment of the Thriving Dentist Coaching in Action series on how to develop a high-performance team. They also discuss the 6-goals for a thriving practice and the concept of the Thriving Dentist book club. You can also ta…
Nov 11 '19
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59min
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The Thriving Dentist Show
The Power of a Relationship-Driven Practice
In today’s Thriving Dentist Podcast show, Gary continues his series on the 10 Elements of a Thriving Practice along with Naren Arulrajah, in which they discuss the power of a relationship-driven practice and what it means to develop it. Tune in to the episode to the difference between a transaction…
Oct 10 '19
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Sucktember
In today’s Thriving Dentist Podcast show, Gary and his co-host Naren Arulrajah, discuss the myth of September always being bad! Tune in to this episode to learn how you can avoid less performing seasons by being proactive and taking effective marketing measures to reduce any down cycles or future S…
Oct 10 '19
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The Thriving Dentist Show
The 10 Elements of a Thriving Practice
In today’s Thriving Dentist Podcast Show, Gary and his co-host Naren, discuss what a Thriving Practice looks like from a patient, owner, and a team member's point of view. They further discuss the 10-elements in Gary’s practice, Life Smiles Dental Care, how he values the relationship-driven practic…
Oct 10 '19
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The Thriving Dentist Show
The Thriving Dentist Show Pivots
In today’s Thriving Dentist Podcast show, Gary has invited his friend and co-host of the Less Insurance Dependence Podcast, Naren Arulrajah co-host this episode. Naren is the CEO of Ekwa Marketing and helps dentists across the world with their digital marketing. They talk about the pivot that is ta…
Oct 10 '19
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59min
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Year End Tax Savings Tips With Robby Apple CPA
Gary invited his friend Robby Apple CPA as a guest on this Thriving Dentist Show to share some specific tips you can use to reduce your tax liability in 2019. They discuss everything you need to know about the process of tax planning, retirement plan fundamentals & many more. Robby has complete com…
Oct 10 '19
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54min
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Why Does Dentistry Fail? With Greg Kamyszek
The reality is that dentistry can fail due to several reasons. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invited his friend Greg Kamyszek on the Show as a Guest to explore some common reasons why dentistry fails. Gary and Greg discuss how Bio Research works with all of the major occlusion ‘camps’, why oc…
Sep 9 '19
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Obstructive Sleep Apnea is a Serious Medical Condition with a Dental Solution with Bryan Ferre
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is one of the most pernicious and misunderstood healthcare concerns of the modern era. Gary invited his friend Bryan Ferre, who lost his wife Carrie due to OSA, as a Guest on this Thriving Dentist Show episode to share his knowledge about OSA. You will learn from him h…
Sep 9 '19
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1h 1m
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The Thriving Dentist Show
The Story of Three Young Dentists Who Are ROCKING Their Careers with Drs. Joseph Blalock, Scotty Blanchard and Luis Philipe Mariusso
In this week's Thriving Dentist episode, Gary interviews three young dentists, Joe Blalock, Scotty Blanchard, and Luis Philipe Mariusso. They share what they have learned in their journeys early in their career, the CE direction that each Dentist has taken to enhance their skills since graduation f…
Sep 9 '19
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Co-Discovery; What is it? When to Use it? Why to Use it? with Dr. Paul Henny
Co-Discovery is a process that was introduced to the dental profession many years ago by Dr. L.D. Pankey and Dr. Peter Dawson (among others) to help patients take a greater interest in comprehensive care. In terms of diagnosis, treatment planning & case presentation. In this episode, Dr.Paul Henny …
Sep 9 '19
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54min
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Real-Time Online Scheduling with Weston Lunsford and Keith English
In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews two special guests, Weston Lunsford and Keith English, to discuss the power of real-time online scheduling for dentistry. Real-Time online scheduling is something that other industries are using with great success. This episode will help you understand…
Aug 8 '19
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58min
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The Thriving Dentist Show
The Model of an Award-Winning, Multi-Disciplinary Practice with Dr. Nanda Albatish
In this Thriving Dentist episode, Gary interviews Dr.Nada Albatish on how she has created an award-winning, multi-disciplinary practice named All Smiles Dental Centre in Canada. She shares her role as a Clinical Instructor with Clinical Mastery, how she limits her schedule to providing complex rest…
Aug 8 '19
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51min
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The Thriving Dentist Show
FREE Online CE: Practice Growth Summit (The World’s Largest Online Practice Growth Event) hosted by Weave
In this week's Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews three executives at Weave about their upcoming online CE Event named the Practice Growth Summit. This Summit is the world’s largest online practice growth Event and is the pathway for you to earn free CE Credits from the comfort of your home or …
Aug 8 '19
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54min
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Lessons From a Dental Company Celebrating 100 Years in Business with Ann Steinbock
In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friend, Ann Steinbock, VP Marketing and Sales at Whip Mix, which is one of the elite dental companies that can claim a 100-year history. She shares lessons with our listeners on how they have successfully built a company to last. If you think Whip …
Aug 8 '19
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45min
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It’s Not in the Knowing, It’s in the Doing’ with Dr. Mike Fling
In this week's Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews Dr.Mike Fling about closing the gap between knowing and doing. For many people, there is a gap between ‘knowing’ and ‘doing’. We often know what to do but somehow stop short of applying our knowledge. Tune in to this episode to understand from M…
Jul 7 '19
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57min
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Life After I Sold My Practice to a DSO (and Kept Working There!) with Dr. Nezar Kassem
In this Thriving Dentist episode, Gary interviews his friend, Dr. Nezar Kassem, about his decision to sell his practice at mid-career to a DSO. They further discuss Nezar’s new 10-operatory office, his experience working with Apex Design, building his new office, & how selling his practice to a DSO…
Jul 7 '19
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55min
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The Thriving Dentist Show
How to Become a Transformational Leader to achieve the Practice of Your Dreams with Dr. Mac McDonald
Leadership is such a crucial element of a Thriving Dental Practice. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invited his friend, Dr. Mac McDonald, to share his wisdom and thoughts on how Dentists can become transformational leaders. They discuss the fact that Leadership can be learned and developed & it…
Jul 7 '19
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1h 3m
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Courageous Conversations with Katherine Eitel Belt
In this week's Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invites his friend Katherine Eitel Belt, who is a master in teaching effective communication, to share strategies and tips for how to have courageous conversations. The content of this interview is an absolute game-changer and you will be able to use this …
Jul 7 '19
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1h 11m
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Everything to Consider When Building Your Ideal Office with Bruce Johnstone
In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invited his friend Bruce Johnstone to discuss all the details to consider when building your ideal new dental practice. They delve into how you should ensure that you maintain consistency of your brand as you build your new office, and how to accomplish the build…
Jul 7 '19
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Case Conversations that Make it Easy for Patients to Say Yes with Paul Homoly DDS
In this week's Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invited his friend Dr. Paul Homoly to share some insightful tips that will help you to improve your case presentation skills. Developing the skills to help guide your patients to accept ideal treatment is a necessary skill set in a thriving practice. Tune …
Jun 6 '19
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1h 6m
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The Thriving Dentist Show
The Latest Advances in Adult Orthodontics with Dr. Mike DiTolla
In this Thriving Dentist Show episode, Gary invited his friend Dr. Mike DiTolla to share the advances in the world of adult orthodontics in a dental practice. Adult orthodontic treatment can be combined with very conservative veneers to create truly beautiful smiles. They also discuss the applicati…
Jun 6 '19
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1h 3m
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The Thriving Dentist Show
How LifeSmiles Attracts 65 Quality New Patients Every Month via Digital Marketing with Naren Arulrajah
In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invited his friend Naren Arulrajah to explain the digital marketing plan and activities that Gary uses in his LifeSmiles practice to attract 65 new patients every month. Naren is the Founder & CEO of EKWA Marketing, the digital marketing agency that provides mark…
Jun 6 '19
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1h 4m
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The Thriving Dentist Show
From Army Dentist to Owning Three Practices with Dr. Richard Low
In this week's Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invited his former dental student, Dr. Richard Low, to share his story of how he owned 3practices from being an army dentist. This episode will help you understand the red flags to determine in you are better off NOT owning a dental practice, the post-grad…
Jun 6 '19
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58min
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The Thriving Dentist Show
The Difference that 2 Degrees can Make in Your Dental Practice with Weston Lunsford
In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friend, Weston Lunsford, to discuss the significance of 2 degrees. Minor changes in course direction can make a significant difference in the performance of your dental practice. They review in detail the concept of outsourced CFO services for your…
May 5 '19
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1h 5m
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Technology to Get Paid Faster with Lower Cost while Providing Your Patients a Superior Payment Experience with Bruce Baird DDS
In this week's Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invited his friend Dr. Bruce Baird to discuss the new technology that allows you to escalate patient payments. Creating a Payment System in your practice where you collect everything you produce & it is a critical element of a thriving practice. This episo…
May 5 '19
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55min
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The Thriving Dentist Show
The Science Behind Xylitol and How to Incorporate Xylitol in a Thriving Dental Practice with Nate Jones
In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary Takacs invites his friend, Nate Jones, to discuss all things about xylitol and how to incorporate it in a thriving practice in 2019 and beyond. They discuss, in detail on how xylitol prevents tooth decay, the best way to get patients on a xylitol protocol, and ho…
May 5 '19
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Everything You Have Ever Wanted to Know About Successful Branding with Grace Rizza
In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviewed his friend, Grace Rizza, to unlock the mystery of branding and share with you everything she knows about branding. Tune in to this episode to understand what branding is and how it relates to dentistry, & use this to acquire more new, high-quality pat…
May 5 '19
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Creating the Remarkable Dental Practice with Fred Joyal
In this episode, Gary interviews Fred Joyal, to share information about a new digital course that Fred has created all about how to create a remarkable dental practice. Tune in to this episode to learn how to get your entire team on board with your practice vision. Learn how to manage your online r…
May 5 '19
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59min
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CBD Oil Applications in Dentistry with Paul Henny DDS
In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friend, Dr. Paul Henny to discuss the possible applications of CBD Oil in dentistry. They discuss in detail about Paul’s experience in using CBD Oil in his practice & the possible future dental applications of CBD Oil in dentistry. As of 2018, prel…
Apr 4 '19
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Dental Practice Hero; From Ordinary Practice to Extraordinary Experience with Paul Etchison DDS
In this Thriving Dentist episode, Gary interviews his friend, Paul Etchison, How Paul successfully opened a scratch practice in 2009 in one of the most competitive areas of the country (suburbs of Chicago) and developed it into a top 1% practice. He shares the importance of expanding an authentic T…
Apr 4 '19
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54min
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The Lip and Tongue-Tie (ankyloglossia) Laser Release Procedure with Ford Gatgens DDS
In this week's Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friend and client, Dr. Ford Gatgens, from Dickson TN, about some things that are producing excellent results in his practice. They go into detail about the lip and tongue-tie (ankyloglossia) laser release procedure he has successfully implem…
Apr 4 '19
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Embracing Rejection as a Key to Achieving Your Goals with Laura Mach DDS
In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friend, Dr. Laura Mach to share her unique perspective on why embracing rejection can be an important key to achieving your goals. They discuss in detail on the challenge that many Dentists face regarding expectations vs reality. You can also grab …
Apr 4 '19
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Keys to Financial Independence with Art Wiederman CPA
In this week's Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friend Art Wiederman on how to achieve financial success. They discuss in detail the best debt retirement strategies, the benefits of working with an Academy of Dental CPA Firm (ADCPA). Tune in to this insightful episode to learn about the m…
Mar 3 '19
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1h 5m
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What Americans REALLY Think About Their Teeth with Brian McCarthy
In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friend Brian McCarthy (Executive Vice President of ) about the content of the online survey report revealing American views and behaviors towards oral and dental care, habits, and priorities. The results of this survey were published in the 2019 St…
Mar 3 '19
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56min
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Case Acceptance Tips to Get More Yes’s from Your Patients with Dr. Chris Bowman
In this week's Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews Dr.Chris Bowman on increasing case acceptance in your dental practice. They delve deeper into discussing the importance of the initial phone call and how to set yourself up for success, beginning with that first call, the concept of overhearing …
Mar 3 '19
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How One Dentist Saved over 50% on CAD-CAM Technology in his Practice with Dr. John Ravera
Gary invited his friend and client, Dr. John Ravera as a guest on the show to talk about his unique solution to adding CAD-CAM dentistry to his Newport Beach practice at less than half the cost of the traditional CEREC route. They share the four components of a CAD-CAM system & how to implement it …
Mar 3 '19
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58min
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The Thriving Dentist Show
The Less insurance Dependence Mastermind with Gary Takacs
Naren Arulrajah interviews Gary on how he successfully reduced insurance dependency in his practice, the single most important strategic decision that Gary and Dr. Paul Nielson have made in their ownership of their LifeSmiles practice. Tune in to learn the concept of thinking about your insurance a…
Feb 2 '19
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Life Saving Dental Hygiene with Tom Larkin DDS
It is long past due to get serious about diagnosing and treating perio-disease! Gary interviews Tom Larkin in this episode to discuss the many advances available today in the world of oral/systemic health. You can learn more about new ways to identify biofilm DNA and biomarkers in patients, and the…
Feb 2 '19
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58min
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Smiles at Sea is Going to Cuba! with Elijah Desmond
Gary invited his friend Elijah Desmond to talk about his Smiles at Sea Cruises and in particular to share details about some events happening this October including a Smiles at Sea Cuba Cruise. They discuss Elijah’s motivation for starting Smiles at Sea, his vision for ‘Dentistry’s Got Talent’, & s…
Feb 2 '19
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48min
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Loving What You Do is the Secret to Insane Success with Dr. Peyman Raissi
Gary interviews Dr.Peyman Raissi (aka; Peyray) on how he initially started his career as an Associate Dentist with Affordable Dentures and Implants. He is one of the young dentists making a positive impact on the Dental Profession! He shares his story of how he grew this practice significantly by m…
Feb 2 '19
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If Your Marketing Strategy is ‘Spray and Pray’ Here’s a much More Effective Approach with Mark Oborn
In this interview, Gary invited his long-time friend, Mark Oborn, as a guest on the podcast to discuss the most effective marketing techniques. Gary considers Mark one of the brightest minds in dentistry on the topic of marketing! They share the importance of providing your potential patients with …
Jan 1 '19
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58min
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Why I Decided (as a mid-career Dentist) to Sell my Practice to a DSO with Dr. Nezar Kassem
DSO’s (Dental Service Organizations) are the fastest-growing segment in dentistry today. It is common today for Dentists to be approached by DSO’s looking to acquire more practices. In this Show, Gary invited his friend Dr. Nezar Kassem to share his story of why, as a mid-career Dentist, he decided…
Jan 1 '19
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59min
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Best Strategies for Paying Off Your Dental School Loans as Soon as Possible with Mark Johnson
Gary invites Mark Johnson to share the best strategies for paying off your dental school loans as soon as possible. They discuss the best time to start planning for repaying student loan debt, the biggest mistakes Dentists make in loan repayment planning, and how to avoid these mistakes. Listen in …
Jan 1 '19
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53min
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How I Attracted 1,000+ New Patients in Less Than 3 Years Using Instagram with Dr. Brian Baliwas
Gary invited Dr. Brian Baliwas to share how he attracted 1000+ new patients in less than three years using Instagram. Brian is one of the progressive young Dentists. He shares the story of his unremarkable college experience (2.7GPA) and how he overcame this to get accepted into dental school. He h…
Jan 1 '19
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57min
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Health and Wellness Hacks to Make 2019 Your Healthiest Year Yet with Dr. Uche Odiatu
Gary interviews, Dr.Uche Odiatu on Health and Wellness Hacks to make 2019 your healthiest year yet! Maintaining good health is very important if you are going to achieve your full potential as a dental professional. He shares on the importance of getting 7-9 hours of quality sleep each night, the l…
Jan 1 '19
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Training and Investing in Developing your Team with Laura Hatch
A high-performance team is a requirement if you are going to develop a world-class dental practice. Gary invited his friend Laura Hatch as a guest to discuss the latest trends in training and investing in transforming your team. They discuss Laura’s experience with creating two start-up dental prac…
Dec 12 '18
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Lessons from Competing in the 2018 Ironman Triathlon World Championships with Dr. Brett Kessler
Gary interviews Dr. Brett Kessler to talk about the lessons he learned from competing in the 2018 Ironman Triathlon world championships as he competed in this Recently, Brett competed in the Ironman Triathlon World Championships in Kona, Hawaii. They discuss Brett’s experience with substance abuse …
Dec 12 '18
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The Indirect Path to Success and the Importance of Gratitude with Dr. Nikki Green
Gary invited his long-time client and friend Dr. Nikki Green to share her experiences developing a thriving practice. They discuss the temptation that Nikki had to sell her dental practice, and why she ultimately decided not to sell, the failed partnership Nikki experienced, and the lessons from th…
Dec 12 '18
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A Fee-For-Service Success Story with Dr. Drew Byrnes
Gary interviews and Dr. Drew Byrnes on his decision and pathway to own a fee-for-service practice. Throughout this interview, Drew shares how he has been able to maintain a fee-for-service practice in an area of the country (near Orlando, FL) that is very competitive. Tune in to this episode to lea…
Dec 12 '18
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Lessons from the World of High-End Retail and from Disney that Can Be Applied to Your Practice with Andre Shirdan
Gary invited his friend Andre Shirdan to share some amazing tips on how to develop a thriving practice by implementing lessons he learned in high-end retail. In this interview, they discuss Andre’s retail background and how the strategies of high-end retailers can be applied to the dental professio…
Nov 11 '18
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56min
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Can You Hear Me Now? The Issue of Hearing Loss in the Dental Profession with Dr. Sean Tomalty
Gary invited his friend Dr. Sean Tomalty as a guest to discuss the incidents and causes of hearing loss among Dentists and Team Members and how to reduce the risk. You will learn Sean’s observation of hearing loss with his Dentist Father and with the hearing loss among his Dad’s colleagues, the spe…
Nov 11 '18
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57min
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Five Things I Would Do Differently If I started All Over on Monday Morning with Dr. Steve Rasner
Experience is such a wonderful teacher! In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invited his friend Dr. Steve Rasner to share his thoughts on the 5- specific things he would do differently if he were to start all over again on Monday morning. He shares in detail on how to thrive in a challenging economi…
Nov 11 '18
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1h 5m
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Voices of Dentistry 2019 Podcast Summit, Work/Life Balance and Seasons in Your Career with Dr. Mark Costes
Mark Costes is one of Gary’s amazing friends in dentistry, and he invited Mark as a Guest on the Show for a fun conversation covering a range of topics. They discuss the upcoming 2019 Voices of Dentistry Podcast Summit on January 25th-26th 2019 in Scottsdale, AZ, and what to look for in a successfu…
Nov 11 '18
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50min
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Save Lives by Implementing Airway Dentistry with Dr. Mark Montgomery and Dee Dee Reid
Gary invited his long-time friends Dr. Mark Montgomery and Dee Dee Reid, as Guests on the podcast to share their wisdom and passion to share the responsibilities in the areas of Airway Development and Management, Sleep Apnea & many more. They discuss how to begin implementing Airway Dentistry in yo…
Oct 10 '18
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1h 7m
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The Thriving Dentist Show
How to Uplevel Your Practice with Improved Patient Communication, Technology, Leadership & Analytics with Josh Weiner
Gary invited his business mentor, Josh Weiner, as a Guest on the Thriving Dentist Show to share his perspective on how to raise the level of performance in your dental practice via patient communication, technology, leadership, and analytics. They discuss specific ways to take under performing Team…
Oct 10 '18
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The Thriving Dentist Show
The Best (and Worst) Practices in Practice Transitions with Rob Montgomery
Gary invited his friend Rob Montgomery as a Guest to share what he has learned in over 23 years of experience successfully guiding Dentists in Practice Transitions. They discuss how the transitions market has radically changed over the past 20 years, the most common mistakes Dentists make when buyi…
Oct 10 '18
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The Thriving Dentist Show
The $10,000 A Day Dentist with Dr. Bill Williams
In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his long-time friend Dr. Bill Willams to discuss how to become a highly productive Dentist. Rising practice overhead is severely impacting many dental practices today. One main reason for this is Dentists are not producing enough to offset their fixed …
Oct 10 '18
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55min
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Busting Loose from Insurance Dependence with Gary Takacs
Gary shares his experience of radically reducing insurance dependence in his dental practice in Phoenix, AZ. This episode will help you learn the dirty secret that the dental insurance companies do NOT want you to know & a five-step plan that Gary followed to successfully reduce insurance dependenc…
Oct 10 '18
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The Thriving Dentist Show
The Dental Connection to the Opioid Crisis with Leslie Fang MD
Gary invited his friend, Leslie Fang MD, to discuss the dental connection to the opioid crisis. The misuse of and addiction to opioids (including prescription pain relievers, heroin, and synthetic opioids such as fentanyl) is a serious crisis. Tune in to this episode & learn specific tips regarding…
Sep 9 '18
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Introducing Dentistry.com; A Noble Project to Get More People to Visit the Dentist! with Brian McCarthy
Despite all the amazing advances in dentistry, we are not doing so great on getting more people to visit the Dentist. Gary invited his friend Brian McCarthy to discuss a project that has a very noble goal of getting more people to visit the Dentist. Tune in to this episode to learn the 4 most commo…
Sep 9 '18
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The Thriving Dentist Show
How Dr. Anissa Holmes Built a World-Class Practice in Jamaica with Facebook Marketing
Dr. Anissa Holmes has developed and grown the premier dental practice in Jamaica via digital marketing and specifically through the strategic use of Facebook Marketing. In this information-packed interview, Gary and Anissa discuss how Anissa gets over 50 new patients each month via Facebook Marketi…
Sep 9 '18
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The Thriving Dentist Show
How to Collect Everything You Produce and Do So In a Patient-Friendly Manner with Andy Cleveland
It can be extremely frustrating to do dentistry and not get paid! In this Show, Gary invited his friend Andy Cleveland to discuss how to master payment success in your practice. They discuss how to create a positive payment culture in your dental practice, how to get paid yet remain patient friendl…
Sep 9 '18
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58min
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The Thriving Dentist Show
‘Do Data Like the Big Guys’ with Weston Lunsford
Knowing your practice data is a requirement to develop a thriving practice today. Gary invited his friend Weston Lunsford to share a formula for practice growth. He shares the power of actionable data in helping your patients achieve better oral health and a sneak preview into enhancements and appl…
Aug 8 '18
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The Thriving Dentist Show
How a Community of Like-Minded Dental Professionals will Lead You to Greater Success with Dr. Paul Goodman
Many Dentists experience isolation in their careers, and a supportive community of colleagues can make a big difference in the satisfaction you experience as a Dentist. Gary invited his friend Dr. Paul Goodman to discuss the importance of developing your own community of like-minded colleagues for …
Aug 8 '18
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Living the Dream of Practice Ownership with Dr. David Stern
Owning your practice is the best possible career path! To share a success story about one young Dentist’s path to practice ownership, Gary invited Dr. David Stern as a guest on this Thriving Dentist Show. They discuss David’s path from dental school graduation to becoming a practice owner, what Dav…
Aug 8 '18
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Training Your Dental Assistants to their Full Potential with Mary Beth Bajornas and Missy Fryer
Dental Assistants are such a vital part of a thriving dental practice! Gary invited his friends, Mary Beth Bajornas and Missy Fryer, to talk about how to train your dental assistants to their full potential. They share how the role of your dental assistants is so much more than the day-to-day tasks…
Aug 8 '18
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Lessons from a Successful Large Private Group Practice with Stacy Aldmeyer
Gary invited his friend Heidi Mount to share some valuable tips on how to hire the right team to support your practice vision. They discuss in detail on how to evaluate whether your candidate has the right personality and attitude for your practice, and how to help your team members adopt an owners…
Aug 8 '18
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57min
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Hiring Right! with Heidi Mount
Assembling a high performance Team is one of your most important responsibilities. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invited his friend Heidi Mount to share some valuable tips on how to hire the right team to support your practice vision. …
Jul 7 '18
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Social Media Marketing Wisdom with Jack Hadley
Social Media Marketing is an effective way to attract more quality new patients to your practice. Gary interviews his friend Jack Hadley to discuss how to effectively use Social Media as part of your comprehensive marketing plan. They discuss the proper mindset behind effective social media marketi…
Jul 7 '18
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Can Artificial Intelligence Put More Patients in Your Chair? with Amol Nirgudkar
You can use technology to enhance the patient experience in your dental practice. Gary invited his friend Amol Nirgudkar as a guest on this show to discuss applications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) for the dental profession. They discuss how Artificial Intelligence can be used to dramatically im…
Jul 7 '18
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The Thriving Dentist Show
How the Metaphor of the ‘Last Pistachio’ can Radically Improve the Patient Experience in Your Dental Practice’ with Fred Joyal
Everything you do either increases or decreases case acceptance. In this episode, Gary interviews his friend, Fred Joyal, on how to improve the patient experience in your practice. They discuss what Fred has learned from spending over $500 Million in advertising to encourage patients to go to the D…
Jul 7 '18
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Future-Proof your Practice by Adding Medically Necessary Dentistry to Your Treatment Mix with Patrick Kircher
Many patients suffer from various medical issues that originate from improper and imbalanced forces in the mouth. Gary interviews his friend, Patrick Kircher, on the topic of Medically Necessary Dentistry and how you can add these services to your practice successfully. Learn how incorporating medi…
Jun 6 '18
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One Dentist’s Story of Adversity and How he Overcame these Challenges with Dr. Brian Toorani
Clinical Depression is not uncommon in the dental profession. Gary invited Brian Toorani as a Guest on the Show to share the challenges that he has experienced, and how he found himself in debt in Southern California in the middle of the brutal economic downturn of 2008 and 2009. He shares his expe…
Jun 6 '18
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How to Create a State-of-the-Art Prevention Program in Your Practice with Trisha O’hehir RDH
Teaching prevention is such a powerful practice builder. Gary invited his friend Trisha O’Hehir RDH to discuss state-of-the-art prevention in the dental office today. They also discuss the science behind xylitol and why xylitol is the biggest game-changer in dental hygiene in the past 50 years. Lea…
Jun 6 '18
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Four Perspectives on the Future of Private Practice Dentistry with Debra Englehardt-Nash, Dr. Ross Nash and Dr. Roy Shelburne
The ‘middle market’ in dentistry is a dangerous place to be. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his good friends, Debra Nash, Dr. Ross Nash, and Dr. Roy Shelburne. They discuss each person’s perspective on the future of Private Practice Dentistry, how to overcome setbacks in practice an…
Jun 6 '18
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A System to Successfully Reactivate Past Due Hygiene Patients with Cory Pinegar
Every dental practice has the experience of patients that are overdue for their hygiene appointment. It is a critical practice management problem that Dentists face today. Gary invited his friend Cory Pinegar to discuss a great system to reactivate past-due hygiene patients. They share excellent ve…
May 5 '18
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Communication and Image Master Class; How to Help Your Patients Feel Good About Themselves in our Presence with Janice Hurley
Image and Communication are extensive in a Thriving practice. Gary invited his friend, Janice Hurley, to provide a communication and image Master Class with the focus on how to help your patients feel good about themselves in our presence. She shares about the Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) as …
May 5 '18
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How to Successfully Get Started with Dental Implants in Your Practice with Dr. Philip Gordon
Gary invited his friend Dr. Philip Gordon as a guest to discuss how to start with dental implants successfully. They discuss Philip’s back story and how he became passionate about dental implants, a summary of Philip’s 10-year journey regarding dental implants. Tune in and learn the 3-great tips fo…
May 5 '18
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Breakthrough New Technology for your Office Phone System with Brandon Rodman
According to Gary, the telephone is the single most critical piece of equipment in the dental office. The reason for this is that the phone is the conduit through which most patients flow into your office. To discuss some breakthrough new telephone technology, Gary invited his friend Brandon Rodman…
May 5 '18
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The Thriving Dentist Show
‘Digital Continuing Education Tools for Dental Professionals’ with John Stamper
The world of Dental CE is changing rapidly. Today there are various formats for Dentists to engage in quality Dental CE. Gary invited his friend John Stamper to talk about what’s new and exciting in the world of Dental CE. They discuss how the Dental Boards are adapting to these CE changes, tools, …
May 5 '18
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News Flash! Make a Monthly Payment for Big Cases look more like a Car Payment than a House Payment and You’ll do more Big Cases with Dave Roehr
Often, the biggest concern of our patients is how much the treatment is going to cost. If you can figure out how to realistically fit your big cases into the patient’s budget, you will experience greater case acceptance. Gary invited his friend Dave Roehr to discuss the biggest trends today in pati…
Apr 4 '18
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The Psychology of Marketing Part 2 with Naren Arulrajah
Learn how to help your patients make great decisions about their dental care by applying the groundbreaking fundamentals of persuasion from this interview of Gary with Naren Arulrajah, a leader in digital marketing and the CEO of EKWA Marketing. They discuss the fundamental principles of the Psycho…
Apr 4 '18
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The Benefits of Creating Your Own In-Office Membership Plan with Jordon Comstock
Gary invited his friend, Jordon Comstock, as a guest to discuss how an in-office membership plan can help you develop a thriving practice. They discuss the definition of an in-office membership plan, how an in-office membership plan is like Amazon Prime for your dental practice and the magic of rec…
Apr 4 '18
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The Power of Creating Your Practice Philosophy with Dr. Paul Henny
Creating your practice philosophy allows you to distinguish your practice in the marketplace. Gary invited his friend, Dr. Paul Henny, to share his thoughts about the importance of creating your practice philosophy. They share the specific benefits of practice philosophy, elements to include in you…
Apr 4 '18
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The Smile Virtual Consult; A Powerful Strategy to Attract More Cosmetic Cases with Dr. Brian Harris
Gary invited his friend, Dr. Brian Harris, to share how smile virtual consults are radically changing his practice. He shares how he developed the smile virtual consult and how they result in more smile design cosmetic cases. Tune in to learn the top 3 barriers for dental consumers and how to overc…
Mar 3 '18
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How to Use Market Intelligence to Attract Your Ideal New Patients with Forrest Wiederman
Marketing is such an important aspect of developing a thriving dental practice today! To help you understand how to use Market Intelligence in your practice, Gary invited his friend Forrest Wiederman to share how to use market Intelligence to attract your ideal new patients. Learn how to create qua…
Mar 3 '18
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Dental Everything…..All in one app! with Dr. Jim Arnold
Gary invited his friend, Dr. Jim Arnold, as a guest, to discuss a powerful new app to help Dentists stay informed. In this Show, Gary and Jim discuss Jim’s background as a practicing Dentist and Educator, Jim’s experience as the owner of two dental practices, which led Jim to co-develop the SWYP De…
Mar 3 '18
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Proven Ways to Add More High Value Dental Cases to Your Practice with Elijah Desmond
Services like dental implants, cosmetic dentistry, sedation dentistry and complex restorative dentistry can help change someone’s life. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invited his friend Elijah Desmond to talk about how to add more high-value cases to your dental practice. They discuss why mark…
Mar 3 '18
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Live Dental Conferences are NOT Dead! with Steve Parker
Dental CE is changing today! There are various formats that Dentists can gain continuing education today. While these new formats are convent and efficient, there still is a place for live Conferences. Gary interviews Steve Parker to discuss the changing world of dental CE and to share his thoughts…
Feb 2 '18
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The Latest Advances in Regenerative Dentistry, Stem Cell Research & the Future of Dentistry with Dr. Vitor Neves
Gary invited his friend, Dr. Vitor Neves to share the latest research on regenerative dentistry, stem cell research, and the future of dentistry. They discuss how research will eventually result in knowledge that can be applied in practice, a path to follow for those interested in a career in resea…
Feb 2 '18
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How to Lead with Impact with Manley Feinberg
It is so important to surround yourself with incredible partners and things to think about when leaving your legacy. In this Show, Gary interviews Manley Feinberg on the 9 Vertical Lessons for Leading with Impact, how to decide if your project is worth it, how to convert insight into action, and th…
Feb 2 '18
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The Psychology of Marketing with Naren Arulrajah
Pre-suasion is the practice of getting people sympathetic to your message before they experience it. In this episode, Gary sits down with Naren Arulrajah, host of the Growing Dentist podcast, to discuss the psychology of Marketing. Together they discuss two books by Dr. Robert Cialdini that have de…
Feb 2 '18
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Sedation Dentistry as an Excellent Practice Builder with Dr. Michael Silverman
Dentophobia is keeping 90 million people from receiving dental care. In this week's episode, Gary has invited his friend Dr. Michael Silverman to discuss all things sedation, from current regulations and guidelines to the future of sedation dentistry. If you are a dentist who has already embraced s…
Jan 1 '18
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The Role of Legacy, Purpose and Passion in a Thriving Practice with Gary Takacs
For this week's episode, Gary breaks the mold and goes solo, where he reflects on his journey so far and his plans for the future. Listen to this episode for Gary’s analysis of the state of dentistry today, why some dentists thrive and some struggle, and the role of legacy purpose and passion in a …
Jan 1 '18
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Everything Dentists Need to Know about the Latest Tax Reform Bill with Robby Apple CPA
The latest tax reform bill has brought upon the most sweeping changes to the tax code in 30 years. Gary sits down with his friend Robby Apple, an accounting authority, to discuss the latest tax reform bill. Tune in to this week’s episode to find out how this bill impacts dental practices and the ch…
Jan 1 '18
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Financial Freedom is Achievable for Dentists but you Must Know the Rules of the Game! with Josh Robbins and Tom Zgainer
Financial Freedom is when you can go to work because you want to, not because you have to. Sadly only 3% of dentists can retire at age 65 without reducing their lifestyle. In this week’s episode, Gary sits down with Josh Robbins and Tom Zgainer to provide practical tips on how Dentists can achieve …
Jan 1 '18
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4 Specific Tips to Stack the Health and Fitness Deck in Your Favor in 2018 with Dr. Uche Odiatu
We often focus so much on taking care of our patients that we overlook our health. Gary invited his good friend Dr. Uche Odiatu to share some tips that will help stack the health and fitness deck in your favor. Listen now to this insightful podcast on why health is the first wealth and how better f…
Jan 1 '18
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How to Embrace a Culture of Celebration in your Dental Practice! with Theresa Narantic
Let’s face reality, which is many people do not look at a visit to the Dentist as one of their favorite things! In today’s episode, Gary sits down with his friend Theresa Narantic a fellow dental coach and speaker, to discuss why and how to build a culture of celebration in the dental practice. Lis…
Dec 12 '17
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This is an Amazing Time to be a Dentist! with Dr. Brad Smith
It is an amazing time to be a dentist! In this special episode, Gary chats with his hero, Dr. Brad Smith, on a gamut of topics including, what dentistry truly means to him, how dentistry has changed in the last ten years, and the new technologies that are making dentistry so much fun. Tune in to th…
Dec 12 '17
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Everything you Need to Know About Branding with Grace Rizza
Dentists have a hard time promoting themselves. It is hard to come out to promote yourself. This week, Grace Rizza stops by to discuss all things related to developing a positive brand for your practice and why it is up to us to craft our reputation, and how we want people to think of us. Listen no…
Dec 12 '17
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The Specific Reasons Why Dentists Retire 5 years Later Than the Average American with Reese Harper
Dentists work hard to grow their practice, yet despite the higher than average income, the average retirement age for dentists is 67 as opposed to the national average of 62. In this week’s episode, Gary interviews his friend Reese Harper, host of The Dentist Money Show, on how dentists can achieve…
Dec 12 '17
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Proven Tips to to Achieve a High Performance Front Desk with Missy Fryer and Mary Beth Bajornas
The Front desk of your dental practice is a significant part of your success. The entire practice relies on the performance of Front Desk Management. Gary interviews Missy Fryer and Mary Beth Bajornas on how to achieve a high-performance front desk. Learn how to document every patient, communicatio…
Nov 11 '17
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Empowering Office Managers with Practical Tools and Resources with Kiera Dent
Office Managers play a key role in thriving practice! Gary invited his friend Kiera Dent to share her insights on how to become a successful office manager and sensible Leadership tips. She further shares how she grew a practice from 500K to 2.4M in 9 months. Your office manager can help you reduce…
Nov 11 '17
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The Joys and Challenges of Multiple Practice Ownership with Dr. Mark Costes
Gary invited his friend Dr. Mark Costes, who owns 10 dental practices, to discuss the joys and challenges of multiple practice ownership. They discuss Mark’s path to multiple practice ownership, the naming challenge for multiple practices (one brand name vs individual practice names). He expresses …
Nov 11 '17
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How to Successfully Incorporate Treating Sleep Apnea in Your Practice with Steve Wick
Gary and Steve discuss the most vital area in clinical dentistry, treating sleep disorders. They discuss the book written by Steve, "Kicking the Bear Out of the Bedroom; Snoring and Sleep Apnea, the Not So Silent Killers." They emphasize how dentists should be properly trained to treat OSA. Further…
Nov 11 '17
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Compare Your Practice to 2,000 Practices in 4 Specific Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) with Weston Lunsford
In this week's episode, Gary and Weston Lunsford discuss the 4-key metrics that can be helpful to measure the performance in a dental practice. They discuss Hygiene Patient Reappointment, Dentist Production per Patient, Treatment Acceptance, and Unscheduled Active Patients. They further brainstorm …
Nov 11 '17
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Tips from Disney on Building a Practice where Patients Respond, Return & Refer with Travis Frederickson
Gary and Travis discuss the 3R's in dentistry, which is to Respond, Return, and Refer. Further, they brainstorm about how Excellence and Guestology could be applied to dentistry to create a positive experience for the patients. They announce the listeners on potential Dentistry Courses which they p…
Oct 10 '17
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The Model of a Single Location Group Practice that Produces $10M+ per year Driven by a Noble Cause with Dr. Craig Spodak
When it comes to dental practices, success can come in different sizes. Today Gary interviews his friend Dr. Craig Spodak from Delray Beach, FL about his practice model. Craig’s model is a single location group practice that produces over $10M per year driven by a Noble Cause. Together they discuss…
Oct 10 '17
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Target Marketing Techniques for Facebook and Instagram Marketing with Bud Torcom
Social media has given dentists a new platform to promote their practice. In today’s episode, Gary speaks to Bud Torcom on how dentists can leverage social media, especially Facebook and Instagram, to attract quality new patients to your practice. This episode serves as a great introduction to dent…
Oct 10 '17
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Demystifying the Process of Buying or Selling a Practice with Matt Porter
For most dentists buying or selling a dental practice is one of the most important decisions they make in their career. Unfortunately, there is a lot of myths surrounding this topic. In today's episode, Gary enlists the help of matt porter to separate the chaff from the grain. Together they discuss…
Oct 10 '17
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How Every Dental Assistant Can Have an Amazing Career with Kevin Henry
Dental assistants are usually the unsung heroes in any practice. In this episode, Gary speaks to Kevin Henry on the importance of dental assistants and 5 specific things that Dental Assistants can do to boost their career. This episode is full of useful information for dentists and dental assistant…
Sep 9 '17
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Tips to Hire and Keep your Dream Team with Kiera Dent
[audio:http://traffic.libsyn.com/takacslearningcenter/TDS296.mp3] Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 57 minutes Often times the difference between a good dental practice and a world-class dental practice is the presence of an incredible Team! Many Dentists feel like …
Sep 9 '17
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How to Convert New Callers into Appointments and Loyal Patients with Ashley Latter
In the era of digital communication, it’s easy to think that telephones are defunct. In this exciting episode, Gary interviews his friend Ashley Latter on How to Convert New Callers into Appointments and Loyal Patients. Together they discuss the role of reception team members, building rapport with…
Sep 9 '17
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How to go from Burned Out to Fired Up! with Jamie Marboe RDH
We all experience burnout, and dentists are no different. In this episode, Gary speaks to his friend Jamie Marboe on how to remain enthused and successfully avoid burnout. Together they will unpack strategies to work smarter and strike a healthy work/life balance. Listen now and keep yourself motiv…
Sep 9 '17
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Dentistry from the Perspective of a Girl Boss with Julia Yelevich
[audio:http://traffic.libsyn.com/takacslearningcenter/TDS293.mp3] Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 60 minutes The term Girl Boss was coined by Sophia Amoruso, the Founder and CEO of the Nasty Gal Fashion Empire. Her book is titled #GirlBoss. Sophia’s definition of …
Aug 8 '17
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Pathways to Creating Positive Change in Your Practice with Mary Osborne
Meeting your patients where they are to help them move forward. This has been the guiding principle that has helped Mary Osborne. In this episode, Gary interviews his good friend Mary, an authority on patient care and communication about creating positive change and getting in sync with our patient…
Aug 8 '17
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5 Reasons we are About to Enter a New Golden Age of Dentistry’ with Qadeer Ahmed
Dentistry is a life-changing profession. Dentists have the opportunity to inject confidence and alter the lives of their patients in a way very few can. Unfortunately, a majority of the dental plans in the market do not do justice to their patient's needs. In this episode, Gary and Qadeer discuss t…
Aug 8 '17
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‘ProCare-Dental Coverage Controlled by Dentists and Patients’ with Qadeer Ahmed
Gary invited his friend Qadeer Ahmed on this Thriving Dentist Show to share how he and his Team have created a system that corrects all the flaws in the current dental insurance system. They discuss why the quality of care MUST be central to any patient benefit program. Qadeer’s goal is to help mor…
Aug 8 '17
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How I Became a Practice Owner and Lessons Learned Along the Way with Ryan Lepore DMD
Gary invited a young Dentist on the Show who has successfully navigated the path to practice ownership early in his career. Gary and Ryan Lepore discuss what motivated Ryan to become a Dentist, his experiences as an Associate Dentist in both a Corporate setting and a Private Practice environment, a…
Aug 8 '17
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How One Dentist Became Passionate About Lifesaving Dentistry with Hazel Glasper DDS
In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invited his friend Dr. Hazel Glasper to talk about lifesaving dentistry. They discuss the personal story that caused Hazel to become passionate about the oral/systemic connection. Tune in and learn how to get started with making the oral/systemic link a strong pa…
Jul 7 '17
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Excellent Front Office Systems with Laura Hatch
In this Show, Gary interviews his friend Laura Hatch on Front Office Systems that are necessary for your practice to achieve full potential. They discuss the most important systems to have in place at the front desk & how to get started if you currently have no systems in place. Learn how Laura dev…
Jul 7 '17
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Changes in the World of Dental CE with Elijah Desmond
It is no coincidence that Dentists who take more CE have more successful practices. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invited his friend Elijah Desmond to share his thoughts on the changing world of dental CE. They discuss the 3 major trends that are happening in the dental profession today and h…
Jul 7 '17
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How to Achieve Your Next Level of Health and Wellness for all Dental Professionals with Dr. Uche Odiatu
Dentistry is a very demanding profession, and to achieve your full potential as a dentist you need to maintain a high level of health and fitness. This week Gary has invited his mentor Dr. Uche Odiatu to share some tips on how to achieve your next level of health and wellness. This episode is full …
Jul 7 '17
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Easy Insurance Conversations that Lead to Greater Case Acceptance with Teresa Duncan
Communication is the cornerstone of great dentistry. In this episode, Gary interviews his friend Teresa Duncan. Teresa is an authority on easy insurance conversations and together they discuss how to communicate with patients about their insurance in a way that leads to greater case acceptance as w…
Jun 6 '17
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The Thriving Dentist Show
How to use a Dental Warranty as a Practice-Builder with Jared Parente
We all understand the concept of warranties, but the idea of a dental warranty is unfamiliar to many dentists. In this episode, Gary interviews Jared Parente on everything you need to know about dental warranties. Together they discuss the concept of a dental warranty, how it can lead to greater ca…
Jun 6 '17
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Amplify Your Practice by Mastering Case Presentation with Dr. Mark Montgomery and Dee Dee Reid
Dentistry is much a people business as it is a technical business. This week Gary has invited his good friends Dr. Mark Montgomery and Dee Dee Reid to discuss the topic of "Mastering case presentation". Together they discuss a wide range of subjects, including the power of relationship-based care a…
Jun 6 '17
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The Thriving Dentist Show
What Every Dentist Needs to Know About DSO’s with Dr. Jeromy Dixson
[audio:http://traffic.libsyn.com/takacslearningcenter/TDS281.mp3] Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 68 minutes The dental landscape is changing rapidly and the fastest-growing segment of dentistry today is corporate dentistry and a subset of corporate dentistry are …
Jun 6 '17
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How I Successfully Opened a Practice From Scratch in Southern California with Lincoln Parker DMD
Conventional wisdom is often wrong or oversimplified. This week Gary speaks to Dr. Lincoln Parker, a young dentist who went against conventional wisdom and opened a dental practice from scratch in a hyper-competitive market. In this episode, Lincoln discusses the challenges he faces as well as less…
May 5 '17
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365 Days of Social Media Posts for Dentistry with Rachel Mele
Let’s face it, left to their own devices most dentists will not be able to come up with a week’s worth of content to publish on social media let alone a year. This week Gary speaks to his long-time friend Rachel Mele about her new book as well as an in-depth discussion into how practices can improv…
May 5 '17
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Lessons from Disney on Creating an Amazing Patient Experience with Travis Frederickson
If you are a fan of the mouse or not, you must admit that Disney knows how to create an amazing guest experience. In today’s episode, Gary speaks to Travis Frederickson on the lessons every dentist can learn from Disney. This episode is full of helpful information that will help you forge relations…
May 5 '17
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Digital Gateway: Solutions for Success in 2017 and Beyond with Dr. Mark Morin
Dentistry is a challenging profession, dentists today face implacable odds when trying to make it in these changing times. Today Gary speaks to his friend Dr. Mark Morin on how to thrive in these changing times. Together they discuss the future of dentistry, the role of technology in dentistry as w…
May 5 '17
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How to Use Patient Seminars to Attract Dental Implant and Other High-Value Patients with Dr. Scott Westermeier and Maria Miecyjak
People don’t buy things they don’t understand. In this episode, Gary interviews his friends Dr. Scott Westermeier and Maria Miercyjak about their marketing strategy to provide patient education seminars to attract dental implant patients and other high-value dentistry to their practice. This episod…
May 5 '17
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59min
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5 Proven Tips to Eliminate Hygiene Cancellations and No-Shows
Hygiene Cancellations and No-Shows are the number 1 problem faced by practices today. In this episode, Gary takes a deep dive and outlines 5 specific strategies to dramatically reduce your hygiene cancellations. This episode is full of useful information that will help you fill your hygiene appoint…
Apr 4 '17
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Top 5 Reasons Patients Choose a Dentist with Fred Joyal
Best selling author Fred Joyal has spent a lifetime speaking to patients. It has made him an authority on the mindset of the consumer looking for a dentist. This week Gary has invited him on the podcast to discuss the Top 5 Reasons Patients Choose a Dentist. In this episode, Fred gives you insight …
Apr 4 '17
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51min
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The Thriving Dentist Show
Lessons on Leadership and Business Building with Robert Hayman
[audio:http://traffic.libsyn.com/takacslearningcenter/TDS273.mp3] Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 57 minutes Gary invited one of his Mentors to be a guest on this Thriving Dentist Show. Robert Hayman has been an inspiration and Mentor to Gary for many …
Apr 4 '17
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The Thriving Dentist Show
The Power of Relationships, Courage and Passion with the Dentists of The Life and Dentistry Podcast
[audio:http://traffic.libsyn.com/takacslearningcenter/TDS272.mp3] Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 49 minutes In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews six young Dentists just about to start their careers. The six Dentists are the founders of The Life and Dent…
Apr 4 '17
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Marketing Tips from a Guinness World Record Holder with Minal Sampat RDH
[audio:http://traffic.libsyn.com/takacslearningcenter/TDS271b.mp3] Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 55 minutes Digital marketing is a very effective way to attract quality new patients to your practice. The majority of people today will do a Google search for a …
Mar 3 '17
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How Not to be Average with Paolo Kalaw
[audio:http://traffic.libsyn.com/takacslearningcenter/TDS270.mp3] Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 55 minutes Gary has made it his life’s work to study successful Dentists and in doing so he often looks outside of the dental profession to find role models …
Mar 3 '17
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The Secret to Becoming Passionate about Dentistry with Dr. Lee Ann Brady
[audio:http://traffic.libsyn.com/takacslearningcenter/TDS269.mp3] Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invited his friend Dr. Lee Ann Brady back as a guest on the Show. Our long-time listeners might remember that Lee was the second guest on the …
Mar 3 '17
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Materials Update, Digital Scanners and Live Patient CE Courses with Dr. David Hornbrook
[audio:http://traffic.libsyn.com/takacslearningcenter/TDS268.mp3] Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 68 minutes Dr. David Hornbrook has been a leading Educator and Mentor in dentistry for over 30 years and he is very passionate about helping patients and his colleagu…
Mar 3 '17
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Unleashing the Power of DISC Personality Styles in your Practice with Chris LoCurto
[audio:http://traffic.libsyn.com/takacslearningcenter/TDS267.mp3] Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 73 minutes The DISC Personality Styles is a powerful tool that can help you develop a stronger practice! In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews Chris LoCurto,…
Mar 3 '17
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Hustle Your Way to a Thriving Dental Practice with Tiger Safarov
This Thriving Dentist Show is with Tiger Safarov. he has created successful dental businesses including a construction company that has built over 100 dental offices, and a dental supply company that is radically changing the way Dentists order supplies. He shares what it takes to be a successful e…
Feb 2 '17
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Integration of Medicine and Dentistry with Bradley Bale MD & Tom Larkin DDS
In this show, Gary interviews Bradley Bale MD and Tom Larkin DDS, both doctors & authors of best-selling books recognized worldwide as authorities on the oral/systemic connection. This interview provides groundbreaking news on the newest scientific research published in the British Medical Journal …
Feb 2 '17
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52min
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Strategies to Take Action on What you Learn with Dr. Mark Costes
In this Show, Gary interviews Mark Costes, who is a priceless resource for Dentists. He shares tips to help Dentists take action on what they learn. Mark’s list of fantastic four books will serve as a guide to help you implement what you learn. He shares in detail the blessing and the curse of bein…
Feb 2 '17
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How to Compete with the ‘Big Boys’ by Mastering Digital Marketing with Jon Nelson
In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friend Jon Nelson on exactly how Dentists can successfully compete with the corporate offices and DSOs by mastering digital marketing. They discuss why digital directories are so important, the concept of data suppression, & the power of microsites…
Feb 2 '17
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Tips to Grow Your Practice Without Adding More New Patients with Weston Lunsford
There is a disproportionate interest among dentists in marketing to add new patients. Whilst a steady stream of new patients is important to practice, it is also essential that you focus on retaining existing patients. In this week's episode, Gary speaks to Weston Lunsford, Founder and CEO of Denta…
Jan 1 '17
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How to Use Team Culture and Cause Marketing to Build a Thriving Practice with Michael McHenry
Gary interviews his friend Michael McHenry, President of Even Stevens, one of the hottest restaurant concepts in the US. Together they draw parallels between these two distinctly different businesses and what they can teach us on how to build a positive Team Culture and Cause Marketing. If you are …
Jan 1 '17
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Practical Tips to Build the Implant Component of Your Practice with Dr. Philip Gordon
Research shows that 76% of all Americans age 35+ are missing at least one tooth. This statistic underscores the importance of dental implants. In this episode, Gary speaks to Dr. Philip Gordon on how to build the implant component in your practice. Together they discuss how dentists can achieve the…
Jan 1 '17
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New Year, New You: 7 Strategies to Make 2017 Your Healthiest Year Yet! with Dr. Uche Odiatu
Good health is essential if you are to achieve your full potential as a Dentist. This week Gary has invited his mentor, Dr. Uche Odiatu to share his 7 strategies to make 2017 your healthiest year yet. You will love Uche’s wisdom and passion for health and fitness. Listen Now!
Jan 1 '17
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Lessons from a Green Beret on How to Do a SWOT Analysis of Your Practice with Brett Rutherford
Business lessons can be learned from surprising places. This week Gary interviews his friend Brett Rutherford, a retired “Green Beret” on what he learned in his military career and his education to build a successful financial services company. In this interview, Gary and Brett discuss; The specifi…
Dec 12 '16
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Dentistry as the Greatest Profession with Ricki Braswell CEO Pankey Institute
The Pankey Institute has been an incredible resource for the Dental Profession for many years. This week Gary sits down with Ricki Braswell, the President and CEO of the Pankey institute. Ricki is a passionate advocate for the dental profession and together they discuss why dentistry must be patien…
Dec 12 '16
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How to Develop a Multidisciplinary Dental Practice with Dr. James Goolnik
Dr. James Goolnik managed to successfully transform his single operator practice into a premier multi-disciplinary practice. This week, Gary has invited his long-time friend to share some of his wisdom on how a multi-disciplinary practice works and how you can successfully adding specialists to you…
Dec 12 '16
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59min
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Adult Orthodontics as an Excellent Practice Builder with Umair Ahmed
You are never too old to enjoy a beautiful smile. The latest statistics relating to adult orthodontics reaffirm this statement. In this episode, Gary speaks to his friend Umair Ahmed on the latest advances in adult orthodontics and why it is an excellent way to grow your practice. This episode is a…
Dec 12 '16
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50min
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Effective Social Media Marketing Campaigns with Hayley Irons
Social media is more popular than ever before and for an increasing number of people, it is their main source of information. In this episode, Gary sits down with his friend Hayley Irons to discuss can incorporate social media in their marketing plan. In this fun interview, Hayley discusses some of…
Nov 11 '16
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Thanksgiving Show 2016: A Highlight of Significant Episodes in 2016
Welcome to our 5th annual Thanksgiving Show! In keeping with the tradition here at the Thriving Dentist Show. Gary highlights significant episodes over the past year. So sit back relax and enjoy this highlight reel!
Nov 11 '16
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The Power of the Complete Health Dental Practice Model with Gary Kadi
Every practice needs to have a Big Hairy Audacious Goal (B.H.A.G). This week, Gary speaks to Gary Kadi on his B.H.A.G of helping 30 Million people become healthier by 2020. Together they discuss the oral-systemic connection, the Complete Health Dental Practice Model, and why it is a phenomenal way …
Nov 11 '16
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How to Develop a Relationship-Driven Practice & Discover Joy in Dentistry with Dr. Paul Henny
Gary is a firm believer in a relationship-driven practice. This week he has invited his good friend Dr. Paul Henny to discuss the relevance of this model today. Together they discuss what it means to be a relationship-driven practice and the importance of developing a practice culture that allows y…
Nov 11 '16
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Everything You Need to Know About Pension Plans with Reese Harper
Given the vast number of pension plans out there, it is no surprise that most dentists struggle to select the appropriate pension plan for them. In this episode, Gary speaks to Reese Harper on the various types of pension plans available to Dentists, how to determine which type of plan is best for …
Nov 11 '16
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Startup vs Acquisition: Which Option is Best for You? with Jayme Amos
[audio:http://traffic.libsyn.com/takacslearningcenter/TDS249.mp3] Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 66 minutes There are some so called experts that will tell you that it is no longer possible to open a dental practice from scratch. However, our guest on …
Oct 10 '16
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The Power of Unscripted Communication with Katherine Eitel
[audio:http://traffic.libsyn.com/takacslearningcenter/TDS248.mp3] Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 69 minutes Great communication is a necessary element of a thriving practice. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary has invited his friend Katherine Eitel to share her …
Oct 10 '16
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Avoiding the Risks of Substance Abuse with Dr. Brett Kessler
[audio:http://traffic.libsyn.com/takacslearningcenter/TDS247.mp3] Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 63 minutes Statistically, somewhere between 10-20% of Dentists will experience an issue with substance abuse at some point in their career. In this Thriving Dentist S…
Oct 10 '16
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Why Patient Attraction and Retention is like Dating with Janice Hurley
[audio:http://traffic.libsyn.com/takacslearningcenter/TDS246.mp3] Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 51 minutes Photos are a very important element of your marketing plan. In this Thriving Show Gary interviews his friend Janice Hurley on the types of photos you need …
Oct 10 '16
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50min
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The Power of Upside-Down Leadership with Bob Spiel
[audio:http://traffic.libsyn.com/takacslearningcenter/TDS245.mp3] Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 50 minutes Leadership is a necessary element of a thriving practice. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary interviews his friend Bob Spiel on the subject of Leadership a…
Sep 9 '16
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Tips for Negotiating the Best Possible Fee Schedule with Insurance Companies with Ben Tuinei
[audio:http://traffic.libsyn.com/takacslearningcenter/TDS244.mp3] Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 65 minutes Many Dentists are not aware that then can successfully negotiate their fee schedule with the insurance companies. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary inter…
Sep 9 '16
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Getting to the Finish Line with Dr. Todd Snyder
[audio:http://traffic.libsyn.com/takacslearningcenter/TDS243.mp3] Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 58 minutes If you are a regular listener to the Thriving Dentist Show you have heard Gary say that dentistry can truly provide you with an amazing career. Our …
Sep 9 '16
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Harness the Benefits of an In-Office Membership Plan for Your Patients with Jordon Comstock
[audio:http://traffic.libsyn.com/takacslearningcenter/TDS242.mp3] Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 47 minutes Developing an in-office membership plan can be like harnessing the benefits of your own Amazon Prime program! In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interview…
Sep 9 '16
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Discover how Drug-Free Stress Intervention can be a Great Practice Builder With Jim Poole
[audio:http://traffic.libsyn.com/takacslearningcenter/TDS241.mp3] Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 69 minutes If you like neuroscience you are going to LOVE this Thriving Dentist Show interview. Let’s face it, the most complex, unpredictable and unreliable part of …
Aug 8 '16
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The Science of Achieving Financial Independence with Reese Harper
[audio:http://traffic.libsyn.com/takacslearningcenter/TDS240.mp3] Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 63 minutes Sadly, too many Dentists are working late in their careers because they have to, not because they want to. Let’s face it, Dentists face massive financial p…
Aug 8 '16
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How to Recalculate When Things Don’t Go As Planned with Karen Jacobsen
[audio:http://traffic.libsyn.com/takacslearningcenter/TDS239.mp3] Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 51 minutes Recently, Gary had the privilege of meeting Karen Jacobsen, the Australian voice of Siri. Karen is a best selling author, singer, voice-over artist and bri…
Aug 8 '16
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What Not to Wear Dental Style with Rachel McTarsney
[audio:http://traffic.libsyn.com/takacslearningcenter/TDS238.mp3] Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 42 minutes Many of our listeners may be familiar with the TLC TV show called ‘What Not to Wear’ featuring wardrobe and appearance makeovers. Well, the dental professi…
Aug 8 '16
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The Story Behind the Numbers with Vicki McManus and Patti Sooy
[audio:http://traffic.libsyn.com/takacslearningcenter/TDS237.mp3] Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 55 minutes You likely know that Gary is a big fan of data! You have likely heard him say that “the numbers never lie”. However, there is often a …
Aug 8 '16
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Buffered Anesthetic as a Game Changer in Your Practice with Dr. Dan Davidian
[audio:http://traffic.libsyn.com/takacslearningcenter/TDS236.mp3] Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 60 minutes One of the best ways to build your practice is to become known by your patients and by people in your community as the ‘Painless, On Time …
Jul 7 '16
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Building Your Dream Practice with Dr. David Moffet
[audio:http://traffic.libsyn.com/takacslearningcenter/TDS235.mp3] Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 60 minutes You have likely heard this saying before; ‘If it’s been done before it must be possible’. There is much wisdom in that statement and when it comes …
Jul 7 '16
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No More Dentures Partials and Bridges with Dr. Justin Moody
[audio:http://traffic.libsyn.com/takacslearningcenter/TDS234.mp3] Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 64 minutes Dental Implants can be a very important component of a thriving practice. A recent study reported that 76% of Americans ages 35+ are missing at least one …
Jul 7 '16
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Tips to Optimize Your Dental Practice Management Software with Dayna Johnson
[audio:http://traffic.libsyn.com/takacslearningcenter/TDS233.mp3] Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 61 minutes Practice management software is a critical element in every thriving practice. Yet many Dentists and Team Members are only using a small fraction of the ca…
Jul 7 '16
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Dr. Bob Barkley and Why He Matters More Than Ever Today with Dr. Paul Henny
[audio:http://traffic.libsyn.com/takacslearningcenter/TDS232.mp3] Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 66 minutes Dr. Bob Barkley was a pioneer in the Dental Profession! He was considered by many to be a leader in the world of prevention and he was …
Jun 6 '16
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Keys to Growing Your Hygiene Department to Full Potential with Heidi Arndt RDH
[audio:http://traffic.libsyn.com/takacslearningcenter/TDS231.mp3] Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 60 minutes A strong hygiene department = a thriving practice! In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary interviews his friend, Heidi Arndt RDH on how to grow your hygiene de…
Jun 6 '16
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