Just DeW It

In this episode, Anne Duffy is joined by Minal Sampat, BA, RDH. Minal is a speaker, marketing strategist & coach, and bestselling author of the book “Why Your Marketing is Killing Your Business: And What To Do About It.” Minal tells the story of how she went from graduating dental school in 2008, to eventually becoming marketing director of a pediatric dental practice, and later launching her very own marketing company. She explains the term Marketologist™, and describes her marketing strategy school of the same name. Minal and Anne discuss the power of not only teaching as a marketing coach, but encouraging group collaboration as well.

Just DeW It Podcast is the official podcast of Dental Entrepreneur Women (DeW), founded by Anne Duffy, RDH. The mission of DeW is to inspire, highlight, empower, and connect all women in dentistry. To join the movement or to learn more, please visit dew.life. Together, we can DeW amazing things!

References:

“Why Your Marketing is Killing Your Business: And What To Do About It” Marketologist.com

minalsampat.com

Instagram: @minalsampatllc

Facebook: Minal Sampat

LinkedIn: Minal Sampat, BA, RDH

This episode was recorded during the 2022 Hinman conference. In this episode, Anne Duffy is joined by Andrew Johnston RDH, BSBM. Andrew Johnston is a co-host of the “A Tale of Two Hygienists” podcast, and the first ever DeW-de (dude) on the Just DeW It Podcast.

Andrew delves into his history as a Dental Hygienist, and the experience of going to hygienist school at the same time as his brother. He reflects on important female mentors he’s had, and the impact they’ve had on his career. The two additionally discuss the importance of mentorship and building up women to be the leaders of tomorrow.

Just DeW It Podcast is the official podcast of Dental Entrepreneur Women (DeW), founded by Anne Duffy, RDH. The mission of DeW is to inspire, highlight, empower, and connect all women in dentistry. To join the movement or to learn more, please visit dew.life. Together, we can DeW amazing things!

References:

A tale of two hygienists podcast

ataleoftwohygienists.com

In this episode, Anne Duffy is joined by Meg Dietzel, Ohio’s Regional President for Patterson Dental. The Patterson Dental company is a long-time friend of DeW, whose primary focus is to distribute the best dental equipment, software, technology solutions, and services. Meg Dietzel goes into her career in the US Air Force, and what led her to begin working at Patterson Dental. She discusses the feeling of being one of the only women in a career full of men, and being one of the only female Regional Presidents for Patterson. Taking inspiration from her female colleagues, Meg decided to start Patterson’s Women in Dentistry Leadership Series, where female dentists can come together and empower each other to achieve their goals and gain new skills.

She and Anne discuss the importance of giving yourself permission to take care of yourself, as well as making time every day for some self care. The two also discuss important mentors who have influenced their career journeys, and Meg gives three pieces of great advice for all of the future female leaders.

Just DeW It Podcast is the official podcast of Dental Entrepreneur Women (DeW), founded by Anne Duffy, RDH. The mission of DeW is to inspire, highlight, empower, and connect all women in dentistry. To join the movement or to learn more, please visit dew.life. Together, we can DeW amazing things!

References: pattersondental.com

In this episode, Anne Duffy is joined by Jessica Martin. Jessica is a licensed school psychologist, and dental consultant. She owns Martin Management, and co-owns Martin Dental.

Anne and Jessica discuss the process of making the dental experience as comfortable as possible for patients. Some of these practices include giving the patient space to discuss what they may be nervous about, and even bringing in objects such as a weighted blanket or a warm towel wrap. Jessica delves into the benefits that this work can have, and how it can set one practice apart from all of the rest.

Just DeW It Podcast is the official podcast of Dental Entrepreneur Women (DeW), founded by Anne Duffy, RDH. The mission of DeW is to inspire, highlight, empower, and connect all women in dentistry. To join the movement or to learn more, please visit dew.life. Together, we can DeW amazing things!

Reference:

martinmanagementllc.com

[email protected]

In this episode, Anne Duffy is joined by Joanna Scott, who is the business development director of Studio Eighty Eight. Studio Eighty Eight is a marketing agency, which Joanna and her husband Joshua started as a way to help dentists share their stories through their marketing.

Joanna and Anne discuss Joanna’s history of work, and the difficult experience that allowed her to learn to cast off shame, and find community in dentistry. She and Anne delve into their faith and the impact it has had on their journeys through difficult times, and the strength it takes to overcome shame and come out on the other side. Joanna also discusses her passion of running Studio Eighty Eight with her husband, and helping dentists tell their stories and shine on through their digital marketing.

Just DeW It Podcast is the official podcast of Dental Entrepreneur Women (DeW), founded by Anne Duffy, RDH. The mission of DeW is to inspire, highlight, empower, and connect all women in dentistry. To join the movement or to learn more, please visit dew.life. Together, we can DeW amazing things!

Websites:  joannascott.com, S8e8.com

Email: [email protected]

Instagram: @joannafscott @studio8e8

This episode was recorded live in March, 2020.

In this episode, Anne Duffy is joined by Tonya Lanthier, RDH. Tonya is the CEO of DentalPost, an online job board where dental professionals can find a job that perfectly suits them.

Tonya and Anne discuss finding strength and resilience in the face of 2020’s global event, and how they’re each moving forward in a way that works best for them. The two discuss emotional intelligence, and the importance of self reflection in order to better serve others. Tonya explains that she considers herself a lifelong learner, and how everyone has something to teach.

Contact:

dentalpost.net

Twitter: @DentalPost

Facebook: @DentalPost

Instagram: @DentalPost.net

Just DeW It Podcast is the official podcast of Dental Entrepreneur Women (DeW), founded by Anne Duffy, RDH. The mission of DeW is to inspire, highlight, empower, and connect all women in dentistry. To join the movement or to learn more, please visit dew.life. Together, we can DeW amazing things!

This episode was recorded live in March of 2020.

In this episode, Anne Duffy is joined by Kandice Swarthout, MS, RDH, LPC. Kandice is a dental hygienist, a licensed professional counselor, and a hygiene educator. She spends this episode explaining the power of mindfulness, and going into the history and science behind mindfulness exercises.

Kandice discusses the importance of sitting with one's feelings and contemplating them as opposed to avoiding them or simply moving on to the next subject. She and Anne discuss the positive impact that frequent and purposeful mindfulness exercises can have on one's life, even extending to their personal relationships. The two answer some questions from the live viewers, and Kandice takes Anne and the viewers through a short mindfulness practice.

Contact: kandiceswarthout.com

[email protected]

Just DeW It Podcast is the official podcast of Dental Entrepreneur Women (DeW), founded by Anne Duffy, RDH. The mission of DeW is to inspire, highlight, empower, and connect all women in dentistry. To join the movement or to learn more, please visit dew.life. Together, we can DeW amazing things!

In this episode, Anne Duffy is joined by long time friend Deb Carrier, RDH. She is the founder of Twice as Nice Uniforms, a company that focuses on making uniforms for dentists and dental hygienists that are comfortable, professional, and safe. Deb Carrier has 40 years experience in clinical dental hygiene, and specializes in treatment of adults with mild to severe disabilities. You may recognize her from television shows such as The Doctors, Good Morning America, and Dr. Phil.

Deb Carrier delves into how watching her dental colleagues battle over the thermostat led her to develop the idea for Twice As Nice Uniforms. The two discuss Carrier’s motto of “no goal networking,” and how proud she is to give dental hygiene a voice on television. She also explains how proud she is to be helping make the daily life of dentists and dental hygienists better by improving their quality of clothing.

Contact:

cprsisters.com

Twiceasniceuniforms.com

[email protected]

Just DeW It Podcast is the official podcast of Dental Entrepreneur Women (DeW), founded by Anne Duffy, RDH. The mission of DeW is to inspire, highlight, empower, and connect all women in dentistry. To join the movement or to learn more, please visit dew.life. Together, we can DeW amazing things!

Anne Duffy is joined by Amber Lovatos, BSDH, RDH, the Latina RDH. Amber Lovatos is a public health Dental Hygienist, the director of a dental non-profit clinic in Tomball, TX. She is also on the advisory board for RDH Magazine, and co-authored “Smiles Por Vida,” an educational children’s book about oral care that is available in both English and Spanish.

In this incredibly vulnerable episode, Amber Lovatos details her advocacy for representation of Latinas in the dental industry. She talks about how she came to embrace her Latinidad, and the pride she feels in representing her community. Amber explains that, by making an effort to educate themselves, all dental hygienists can create a more open and comfortable environment for Latinx people both in the office and in the industry.

She shares her own family’s experience with their oral health, and the necessity of a book like “Smiles Por Vida,” for Spanish speaking children. She advocates for dental education and dental care in low income communities, and explains how educating people to take care of their teeth while they’re young can cause them to avoid a lifetime of painful and costly procedures.

Contact: Podcast “Scaling for Truths” “Smiles Por Vida” available on Amazon Instagram: @thelatinardh Email: [email protected] Website: dentalhygienespark.com

In this episode, Anne Duffy is joined by Lynne Leggett, founder & CEO of Victory Dental Management, author of “You Can’t Coach Quit,” lifetime member and founder of the American Academy of Dental Office Managers, and a coach both in business and in basketball.

Lynne discusses how she began coaching basketball, and how her background in sports coaching translates to her career in dental coaching. She details her goal in coaching of bringing out potential in each member of a team, whether it be a dental team or a sports team.

Contact: victorydentalmanagement.com

“You Can’t Coach Quit,” available on Amazon

Just DeW It Podcast is the official podcast of Dental Entrepreneur Women (DeW), founded by Anne Duffy, RDH. The mission of DeW is to inspire, highlight, empower, and connect all women in dentistry. To join the movement or to learn more, please visit dew.life. Together, we can DeW amazing things!