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323. Why “Hire Slow, Fire Fast” Is Terrible Advice for Dental Practice Owners

August 31, 2026

Firing a team member is one of the most uncomfortable parts of owning a dental practice — and according to Dr. Matt Vogt, most of the advice out there makes it harder, not easier. In this episode, Matt takes apart the popular “hire slow, fire fast” cliché and shares a real coaching conversation with a...

DIGRN Presents: The Independent Dental Practice Podcast – Guest: Dr Lauren Bennett

August 30, 2026

Disclosure: This video includes paid partnerships and sponsor relationships. I may receive compensation from companies mentioned. All opinions are my own. IDP Podcast is Sponsored by Kettenbach Dental. For over 75 years, Kettenbach has delivered innovative materials that help dentists improve clinical efficiency and outcomes. Now introducing Profisil® Fluoride Varnish Plus, a next-generation varnish formulated...

E327: Is Dentistry Back? (Kinda)

August 30, 2026

Four dentists building a national DSO, unfiltered. Matt Ford, Matt Guarino, Alex Sharp, and Austin Davis on the real business of Shared Practices Group — deals, dental news, markets, and everything from parenting to politics. Business and banter, weekly. Questions? bdppod.com

How to Hire the Right People: Skills, Attitude & Leadership – Likhyani Group Insider Episode w/ Dr. Gireesh and Dr. Nikhil // Season 6 – Ep. #04

August 29, 2026

Hiring the right people is one of the hardest parts of building a business. But should you hire someone primarily for their technical skills, experience, attitude, or their potential to become a leader? In this episode of The Underdog Dentist Show, Dr. Girish Likhani and Dr. Nikhil Malhotra discuss how our approach to hiring, leadership,...

#796: Two Cents 8/29 – How Much Does The U.S. Debt Cost?; Are 401(k)s Underrated?; Rise In Hobby Spending

August 29, 2026

Welcome to Dentist Money Two Cents, a look at the latest financial and economic news from the past week. On this episode of Dentist Money’s Two Cents, Matt, Jake, and Rabih break down what rising national debt could mean for the economy and your portfolio, explain why 401(k)s can be one of the most powerful...

Special Weekend Episode with Darren Macfee: The Foundation of Accountability

August 29, 2026

Dr. Killeen sits down with executive and leadership coach Darren Macfee, who has been a trusted advisor for more than a decade. Drawing on years of experience coaching CEOs across a wide range of industries, Darren shares why the biggest leadership challenges are often rooted in unclear expectations rather than difficult conversations. Together, they explore...

#71 The Money Stress That Making More Money Won’t Fix

August 28, 2026

Why can money still feel stressful—even when, on paper, you’re doing pretty well?For many dentists, earning more doesn’t automatically create the sense of financial ease they expected.In this episode, we look beyond the numbers and explore a side of financial wellness we don’t talk about nearly enough—and one that may change the way you think...

AADOM Member Stories: Laura Nelson, FAADOM

August 28, 2026

Want to share your story? We’d love to feature more voices from our community. Stay tuned for how to get involved. Learn more about AADOM: https://www.dentalmanagers.com/

59 : Is AI in Dentistry Overhyped? Conner Ludlow on Digital Co-workers

August 28, 2026

Three years after ChatGPT launched, almost every dental vendor claims to be AI powered. Annie founder Conner Ludlow gives a straight answer on which part is hype and which part is already saving practices real hours. WHAT THIS EPISODE IS ABOUT Adrian Lefler opens this BYTE SIZED episode with something he keeps running into at...

2585: How Frenectomies Can Unlock New Patient Care

August 28, 2026

On today’s episode, Dr. Mark Costes is joined by Dr. Michael Dienberg and Bethany Dienberg for a Dental Success Network webinar on integrating frenectomies into the general dental practice. Dr. Dienberg shares how tongue and lip ties often go undiagnosed in dentistry, despite their connection to breastfeeding challenges, speech concerns, orthodontic relapse, airway issues, tension,...