The Thriving Dentist Show
659 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 days ago - ★★★★★ - 185 ratingsThe Thriving Dentist Show by Gary Takacs guides dental practice owners and dentists in creating a profitable practice with financial independence while delivering hallmark-level quality of care.
Gary’s lively discussions run the gamut from eye-opening lessons for you to become successful.
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Lessons from Steve Jobs Applied to Dentistry
August 04, 2021 07:00 - 50 minutes - 46.3 MBSteve Jobs is considered a great legend mainly because he always pushed himself towards perfection, and thus, was created "Apple." In this episode, Gary discusses lessons we could learn from Steve Jobs and apply it to dentistry. Show notes Link https://bit.ly/3iir0Kt
The $1 Million NET Practice
July 28, 2021 07:00 - 49 minutes - 45.1 MBRemember the most famous saying - the first million dollars is the hardest? In this episode, Gary discusses the ideal model to create a million-dollar net practice. It is possible but NOT impossible. Link to show notes - https://tinyurl.com/39ccj3kh
How to Achieve 10%+ Growth Every Year
July 21, 2021 07:00 - 54 minutes - 49.8 MBWould you like to grow your practice by at least 10% annually? Gary has achieved this growth percentage with all his coaching clients, and in this episode, he shares his strategies and tips for you to achieve this growth in your practice. Show notes - https://bit.ly/3wWV0jb
20 Metrics of a Thriving Practice
July 14, 2021 07:00 - 56 minutes - 51.6 MBThings that are measured will improve and data never lies. In this episode Gary talks about 20 metrics you need to measure to create a thriving dental practice and also the ideal goal for each metric needed to be measured. Shownotes https://bit.ly/3r9rDJ7
6 Tips for Hiring in a Tight Labor Market
July 07, 2021 07:00 - 51 minutes - 47.2 MBIn this episode, Gary talks about six key steps that will help you hire new team members who will be the right fit for your practice in the tight labor market we are experiencing. Show notes https://bit.ly/3AAmm1K
What We have Learned in Call Recording and Call Coaching
June 30, 2021 07:00 - 51 minutes - 47.3 MBWhy is the telephone the most important equipment in your dental practice? Did you know that 99% of new patients come into a dental office by making a phone call? In this episode, Gary will discuss the importance of call recording and call coaching if you want to develop your practice to become a thriving dental practice. Link to shownotes https://bit.ly/3y61yNp
5 Reasons To Be Bullish On Dentistry
June 23, 2021 07:00 - 48 minutes - 44.7 MBWould you believe dentists can be bullish about dentistry even in the current situation and have their best months or year? In this episode Gary will share 5 specific reasons for dentists to be bullish on dentistry now and into the future. Link to show notes - https://bit.ly/3gQLPMy
The Five Most Important Lessons I’ve Learned Since Owning a Dental Practice
June 16, 2021 07:00 - 52 minutes - 36.1 MBIn this episode, Gary talks about the five most important things he has learned from owning a dental practice and shares them to help you create a thriving dental practice. Link to show notes https://bit.ly/MBA-PR
Culture Eats Strategy for Lunch
June 09, 2021 07:00 - 50 minutes - 46.6 MBDid you know that a culture is being created by itself even if you did not create one? Many of us would have tried things and failed, and the reason for it could be because we didn't have a proper work culture in place. If you want to know how to create an ideal work culture, Listen to this episode. Link to the shownotes https://bit.ly/354SP1o
Influence is Everything Today
June 02, 2021 07:00 - 51 minutes - 47.1 MBIn this episode, Gary will talk about Robert Cialdini's 6 fundamental principles of influence and share his personal experiences to help you understand why you need to learn how to use the power of influence to get more patients to make your practice a thriving practice.
Leadership in a Thriving Practice
May 26, 2021 07:00 - 49 minutes - 45.4 MBA common denominator amongst world-class dentists is that they have developed strong leadership skills. There are 6 different leadership styles that can be learned and implemented in various situations accordingly. In this episode, Gary will help you learn the 6 leadership styles and help you develop your leadership skills.
No Coasting - A Lesson from Terry Bradshaw
May 19, 2021 07:00 - 56 minutes - 52.1 MBThis episode is about why you shouldn't be coasting if you want your practice to be a world-class dental practice. Gary also talks about the story of Terry Bradshaw and explains ways to make sure your practice is not coasting and work towards becoming a thriving dental practice.
One Minute Manager Dentist Style
May 12, 2021 07:00 - 50 minutes - 45.9 MBThere are 3 things that need to be done right to become an effective one-minute manager, and in this episode, Gary will help you get them done right. This episode also features a clinical tip from Brian Harris, DDS, on using technology to reach more patients.
Offense or Defense?
May 05, 2021 07:00 - 55 minutes - 51.3 MBDo you know the advantages of having an offensive mindset regarding decision-making in your practice? In this episode, Gary will share 5 situations and the possible outcomes when you make an offensive approach and a defensive approach.
Funding Future Technology
April 28, 2021 07:00 - 55 minutes - 50.9 MBOne of the common things amongst successful dental practices is that they constantly invest in the latest dental technology. But not all dental practices have the same budget. So how do you invest in technology if you're on a budget? Listen to the episode to find out.
6 Steps to Successfully Resign from PPO Plans
April 21, 2021 07:00 - 56 minutes - 51.4 MBAre you thinking of resigning from PPO Plans? Many dentists are trying to resign from PPO plans because being dependent on insurance companies is a pain and torture you keep receiving and not a gift that keeps giving. Listen to the episode to find out the steps to successfully resign from PPO plans. This episode also features a Dental CPA Insight from Kate Willeford, CPA.
The $1,000 An Hour Dentist
April 14, 2021 07:00 - 56 minutes - 51.7 MBAre you satisfied with the hourly production you're achieving right now? If you're not, this is an episode you wouldn't want to miss. In this episode, Gary shares five strategies to help dentists increase their hourly production and what you'll need to work on to increase your hourly production continuously. This episode also features a Clinical Tip from Dr. Rich Hirschinger, DDS, MBA, on recognizing and diagnosing most of the primary headaches?
Help! My Practice is Flat Lining
April 07, 2021 07:00 - 49 minutes - 45.1 MBIn this week's episode, Gary shares that if a practice is not growing, it's dying. And he shares how a flat-lining practice can negatively impact growth. If this is something that you have ever experienced or something you're experiencing and want to avoid absolutely, then this episode is just for you! Tune in to this episode to learn the untapped potentials in dentistry and more!
5 Strategies To Increase The Value Of Your Practice
March 31, 2021 07:00 - 51 minutes - 47 MBDo 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 also features a Clinical tip from Dr. Fanny Yacaman, MSEd; M.S.Advanced Endodontist & Microsurgery.
It's Time To Get Serious About Diagnosing And Treating Perio Disease In Your Practice
March 24, 2021 07:00 - 48 minutes - 44.9 MBPeriodontal 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 disease and oral-systemic health. Listen to the episode to determine how you can implement a 4 part system to treat periodontal disease in your practice.
A Proven System to Follow Up on Insurance Accounts Receivable
March 17, 2021 07:00 - 45 minutes - 42.2 MBAre 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 Overhead Percentages.”
Strategies to Attract and Keep the Best Possible Team Members
March 10, 2021 08:00 - 51 minutes - 47.5 MBOne 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 Hirschinger, DDS, MBA, on Recognizing Trigeminal neuralgia.
The Myth Busting Episode
March 03, 2021 08:00 - 54 minutes - 49.9 MBMyths 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 episode now to find out the 5 common myths that limit the mindset of a dentist and hold them back from achieving their potential.
The Benefits to Adding a Part-Time Specialist to Your General Dental Practice
February 24, 2021 08:00 - 58 minutes - 53.9 MBWhile 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 why this trend is escalating in dentistry and how you can benefit from this rapidly expanding trend by adding a part-time specialist to your practice.
8 Important Details of A Winning Dental Practice Website
February 17, 2021 08:00 - 58 minutes - 53.4 MBMany 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 help you attract and convert potential new patients to your practice.
How to Collect Everything You Produce
February 10, 2021 08:00 - 58 minutes - 53.5 MBToday, 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 this Thriving Dentist Episode, Naren & Gary share specific tips and strategies that help you become more successful in collecting what you produce at your practice! Tune in to this episode to learn m...
The 5 Biggest Barriers to Practice Growth
February 03, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 56.7 MBGrowing 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, Naren & Gary go through some of the biggest barriers that hold back practices from being able to achieve their fullest growth potential, unbeknownst to many practice owners today! Listen today to l...
Building a Successful DSO
January 27, 2021 08:00 - 54 minutes - 50 MBBuilding 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 practice to create one that provides you personal, professional, and financial satisfaction! Tune into this episode to learn more!
Retooling the body for 2021 with Dr. Uche Odiatu
January 20, 2021 08:00 - 59 minutes - 54.9 MBIn 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 this week's Thriving Dentist episode, Gary invited his good friend Dr. Uche Odiatu to share some valuable insights on how we can retool & recalibrate ourselves. Listen Now!
Strategies to Avoid Burnout
January 13, 2021 08:00 - 53 minutes - 49.4 MBIf 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 Strategies that you can use to avoid burnout. Tune in to this episode and learn more about this important topic!
Fast Track to Practice Ownership
January 06, 2021 08:00 - 55 minutes - 51.4 MBAre 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, Naren & Gary share great insights on how you can fast track your way towards successfully becoming a practice owner! Listen now!
What is your BHAG?
December 30, 2020 08:00 - 52 minutes - 48.6 MBBHAG 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 you can adapt for your own practice in 2021.
5 Tips to Make 2021 Your Best Year Yet!
December 23, 2020 08:00 - 54 minutes - 50.3 MBAre 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 specific tips that will help you as a dentist make 2021 your best year yet!
Is the Solo Dentist Practice Model Dead?
December 16, 2020 08:00 - 55 minutes - 51.2 MBThe 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 viable alternatives for dentists who are looking to thrive well into the future. Listen Now!
How to Use ‘After’ Photos to Promote High Value Services in Your Practice
December 09, 2020 08:00 - 58 minutes - 53.8 MBAfter 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-life experiences that will help you create stunning portraits as well as attract patients. Listen Now!
Mergers and Acquisitions in a Thriving Practice
December 02, 2020 08:00 - 58 minutes - 53.8 MBPost 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 merger that is mutually beneficial. This is one episode you will find extraordinary value in. Listen Now!
Strategies to Fill 92%+ of Your Available Hygiene Appointments!
November 25, 2020 08:00 - 51 minutes - 47.7 MBThe 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 profit center of the practice. This episode is full of practical tips that you can immediately apply. Listen Now!
Taking Your Practice From Good to Great!
November 18, 2020 08:00 - 57 minutes - 53 MBTransformation 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 daunting as you think and that you can build a great practice by achieving six clear goals. Listen Now!
How to Grow the Whitening Component of Your Practice
November 11, 2020 08:00 - 52 minutes - 48 MBA 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. This episode will give you the knowledge and the confidence to develop a flourishing whitening component in your practice.
Strategies to Create a Legacy Practice!
November 04, 2020 08:00 - 54 minutes - 49.6 MBWe 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 transform your practice. Listen now.
HR and COVID-19: What Dentists NEED to Know with Ali Oromchian
October 28, 2020 07:00 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MBThe 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 your practice. Today's episode shows you how to successfully navigate your dental practice through these uncertain times while protecting your most valuable asset; your team members!
The Associate Episode
October 21, 2020 07:00 - 56 minutes - 51.6 MBDo 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 associate. If you are considering expanding your practice, this episode may convince you that it is the best thing to do.
We Don’t Need More PPE, We Need Better PPE - Meet Clara with Fred Joyal and Cherie Le Penske
October 14, 2020 07:39 - 51 minutes - 47.3 MBWe’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 face today. Tune in to this episode to learn more about a personalized breathing system that does not compromise protection for functionality.
Strategies to Successfully Reactivate Past Due Hygiene Patients
October 07, 2020 07:00 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBDid 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 sharing key strategies to successfully reactivate past-due hygiene patients to increase the productivity and profitability of your practice.
Is the way your phone answered the Achilles’ heel in your Practice?
September 30, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 56.4 MBMany 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 patient phone calls while emphasizing the value of phone training in a growing dental practice.
Mutual Aid Agreement - Everything You Need to Know
September 23, 2020 07:00 - 55 minutes - 50.6 MBAs 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 be prepared for the unexpected by sharing everything you need to know about having a mutual aid agreement.
The Benefits of ‘Book Club’ with your Team Members
September 16, 2020 07:00 - 50 minutes - 46 MBTo 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 instrumental in Gary's successful development of a thriving dental practice, which is why he encourages you to do the same. Listen to this week's episode to learn how to start a successful book club that ...
The AMA (Ask Me Anything) Episode
September 09, 2020 07:00 - 53 minutes - 49 MBIn 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 with no drama and if starting up a practice in the COVID-19 era is possible.
Tips to Help Dentists Do More of the Dentistry They Love!
September 02, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 55.3 MBIn 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 to book more appointments willingly.
How to Avoid the Coming Crisis in Your Hygiene Schedule
August 26, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 56.5 MBIn 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 show up for their hygiene appointment? You will have a hole in your schedule by no show appointments. Tune in to this episode & learn how to take preventive measures to avoid a crisis in your hygien...