In this episode of the Fearless Dentistry Podcast, Dr. John Gordon hosts Dr. Sabrina Starling, an expert in work-life balance and author of "The Four Week Vacation." Dr. Starling shares her 18-year mission to help entrepreneurs achieve balance, inspired by the sudden loss of her husband, Ned. She emphasizes the importance of unplugging from work, creating meaningful experiences, and focusing on high-value activities. The discussion also covers the toxic nature of hustle culture, the significance of delegation, and practical strategies for preventing burnout. Dr. Starling's insights highlight the value of prioritizing personal well-being and meaningful relationships.

Show Highlights:

• Importance of personal and professional growth for dental practitioners
• Work-life balance strategies for entrepreneurs
• Impact of personal loss on life perspective and intentional living
• The significance of unplugging from work to prevent burnout
• Creating meaningful experiences with loved ones
• Identifying and prioritizing high-value activities in daily routines
• The role of delegation and building a strong team in business success
• Challenging hustle culture and the misconception of long work hours
• Emphasizing quality over quantity in work hours for better productivity
• The connection between self-care, intentional living, and overall fulfillment

Resources:

Books:

The Four Week Vacation: The Entrepreneur's Ultimate Guide to Taking Back Your Life from Your Business

How to Hire the Best: The Entrepreneur's Ultimate Guide to Attracting Top Performing Team Members

Websites:

Tap the Potential - Tap the Potential Website

Profit by Design Podcast - Podcast on Apple

In this episode of the Fearless Dentistry Podcast, Dr. John Gordon hosts Janice Hurley, a notable influencer in the dental community, to discuss personal and professional growth. Janice shares her journey from single parenthood to becoming a health center executive, emphasizing the importance of confidence in decision-making and leadership. She provides practical advice for dental professionals, such as improving new patient experiences and fostering a supportive work environment. The episode underscores the significance of overcoming fear, building self-esteem, and creating a culture of continuous learning to enhance both personal and professional success in dentistry.

Links and Resources:

Janice's Website

In this episode of the Fearless Dentistry Podcast, host Dr. John Gordon, a retired general dentist, converses with Mr. Bob Affleck, CEO of Dental Coach USA. They explore the challenges and opportunities for new dentists transitioning from Dental Service Organizations (DSOs) to private practice ownership. Key topics include the importance of building trust and relationships with patients, effective communication, and understanding practice valuation. They also discuss the significance of preparing for a sale, maintaining team and patient relationships, and conducting thorough business evaluations to ensure a smooth and successful transition into practice ownership.

Show Highlights:

• Challenges faced by new dentists transitioning from Dental Service Organizations (DSOs) to private practice ownership.
• Importance of building trust and relationships with patients.
• The role of effective communication in enhancing patient experiences.
• Identifying and clarifying practice goals and vision for new dentists.
• Key considerations for practice acquisition, including technology and patient base evaluation.
• Community engagement as a grassroots marketing strategy.
• The significance of education and support for new dentists entering practice ownership.
• Understanding practice valuation, including cash flow and goodwill.
• Preparing for the sale of a dental practice and the importance of financial transparency.

Links and Resources:

Connect with Bob Affleck on LinkedIn