Investment Grade Practices: A Dentist Podcast

In this episode of the Investment Grade Practices podcast, your host Dr. Victoria Peterson is joined by the remarkable Dr. Jonathan Ehlers, the visionary dentist behind Tiger Family Dental in Sedalia, Missouri. Dr. Ehlers shares insights into empowering associates and building a thriving practice in his blue-collar community. Learn how he paved the way for his new associate to be successful by discovering the type of dentistry she enjoys doing, and then what he did to market to her strengths.

We’re all interested in knowing how we perform, and there are many metrics we can use to measure this. But what if it all came back to one thing: your philosophy of care. That is, after all, what drives your patients’ care. How they view their own health is derived from how you view their health. So how comfortable are you in explaining that to all of your patients? And what can you do to improve? Find out in this episode of the Investment Grade Practices Podcast.

In this episode of the Investment Grade Practices podcast, your host Dr. Victoria Peterson welcomes dental luminary and beacon of ethical leadership Dr. Maggie Augustyn. They delve into the complex and critical realm of ethical decision-making in the dental profession, each sharing their experiences, unraveling the intricacies of maintaining ethical standards while navigating the challenges of hiring, retaining, and expanding in dentistry. 

Why do promising new hires sometimes fail to meet expectations shortly after joining the team? Investment Grade Practices Podcast host Dr. Victoria Peterson explores the stages of team development - Forming, Storming, Norming, and Performing - and reveals how to navigate the “storming” phase to ensure new team members thrive.

The way you brand yourself can make or break your team

In today’s competitive landscape, the way you brand yourself as an employer can make your break your practice. Join Dr. Victoria Peterson in this episode of the Investment Grade Practices Podcast as she dives into the essential strategies of employer branding that every dental practice needs to know so you can proactively establish and enhance your reputation as an employer.

Mastering the art of strategic recruitment to build a winning team

Are you stuck reacting to hiring challenges or are you taking proactive steps to build your ideal team? This episode of the Investment Grade Practice Podcast, host Dr. Victoria Peterson tackles navigating the complexities of hiring in today’s competitive environment.

Discover how putting your team first can lead to unprecedented success and satisfaction

As Productive Dentist Academy gears up to celebrate its 20th anniversary, Investment Grade Practices Podcast host Dr. Victoria Peterson and special guest Dr. Maggie Augustyn reflect on the profound impact of leadership styles and team dynamics. They discuss how putting your team first can elevate not just the workplace environment but also drive exceptional results. 

“We’ve got to stop thinking about ‘patients’ and ‘case acceptance,’ and start thinking about ‘human beings.’” ~Dr. Victoria Peterson

Join Investment Grade Practices Podcast host Dr. Victoria Peterson as she sits down with Marla Merritt from AcceptCare, a leader in patient finance solutions. Together, they explore innovative strategies that can help your patients say “yes” to care, even in challenging economic times. 

In this episode of Investment Grade Practices Podcast, your host Dr. Victoria Peterson tackles one of the hottest topics in the dental profession: employee retention. It’s no secret that the pandemic upended the traditional workplace, with nearly 40 percent of employees leaving their positions and many shifting to virtual work. This episode takes a good look at comprehensive research conducted by Productive Dentist Academy and unveils an innovative program, Dental TQ, designed to revolutionize talent development within dental teams. Discover how your IQ, EQ, and TQ play crucial roles in creating a cohesive, motivated, and highly skilled workforce.

Welcome to the latest episode of the Investment Grade Practices Podcast with your host, Dr. Victoria Peterson. In this insightful episode, Dr. Peterson sits down with Stephenie Goddard, the dynamic CEO of Glidewell, a leading force in the dental lab industry. With nearly two decades at Glidewell, Stephenie offers a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities facing dental practices today.