The Chief Psycho Podcast

In this episode of The Chief Psycho Podcast, I sit down with my dear friend and powerhouse leader, Sheena Hinson, RDH, to explore what it truly means to increase your capacity—professionally, personally, and beyond.

Sheena is more than a seasoned dental hygienist; she’s a mentor, speaker, and growth advocate who challenges professionals to break past their traditional limits. With a passion for leadership development, personal transformation, and expanding potential, Sheena has helped countless individuals step into new levels of impact and fulfillment.

We dive into:
💡 What it really means to increase your capacity in work and life
🔥 The mindset shifts needed to push past perceived limitations
🚀 How to embrace growth, leadership, and new opportunities outside of your comfort zone

If you’re feeling stuck, unsure of your next steps, or ready to break through to the next level, this episode is for you!

Links: 

• IG: @thesheenahinson, @uplevelpracticesolutions_x_dso
• FB: https://www.facebook.com/SheenaHinsonRDH
• LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheenahinsonrdh/
• Website: https://www.uplevelpracticesolutions.com/ 

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Remember, entrepreneurship isn’t just about the grind—it’s about the growth. Stay bold, stay human, and keep pushing the limits.

Catch you next time. Until then—keep it psycho.

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What if the key to better performance, stronger relationships, and more energy was as simple as optimizing your sleep? In this episode, Dr. Dar Radfar shares his personal journey from a life-changing car accident to pioneering The RAD Method—a holistic approach to improving sleep, reducing stress, and living a more connected life.

Dr. Radfar, a leading expert in dentistry, sleep science, and overall well-being, dives into:
🛌 The surprising link between sleep and success
⚡ How energy optimization impacts work and relationships
❤️ Why deep, meaningful connections start with self-care
🌙 The science behind better rest and recovery

Whether you're struggling with sleep, looking for ways to boost your energy, or want to show up fully in your personal and professional life, this episode is packed with insights to help you live RAD every day.

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Remember, entrepreneurship isn’t just about the grind—it’s about the growth. Stay bold, stay human, and keep pushing the limits.

Catch you next time. Until then—keep it psycho.

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What does it mean to truly align your actions with your purpose? 💡 This Valentine’s Day, we’re bringing you a conversation all about alignment—not just in love, but in the way we show up in our careers, businesses, and daily lives.

Dr. Camden Brown, an orthodontist turned coach and writer, joins us to explore how embodiment practices, nervous system regulation, and mindset work can help us break through blocks and create a more playful, connected, and impactful life. Whether you're a professional looking for more fulfillment or an entrepreneur striving for heart-centered success, this episode will challenge you to take aligned action toward the life you truly want.

Tune in as we dive into:
✨ The power of nervous system regulation in decision-making
✨ How to break free from misalignment and step into purpose
✨ Strategies to cultivate playfulness and connection in both life and business

Learn more about Dr. Camden Brown:
🌍 Website: www.drcamdenbrown.com
📲 Instagram: @drcamdenbrown

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This week on The Chief Psycho Podcast, we’re joined by none other than Dr. Alan Stern, a dentist, coach, and speaker who has dedicated his career to helping fellow dental professionals rediscover their passion, harness the power of words, and build thriving teams.

🔥 Feeling burned out? Struggling to keep your team engaged? Wondering how to fall back in love with your work? This episode is for you.

In This Episode, We Cover:

💡 How to rekindle your love for dentistry and leadership
🗣️ The power of words in shaping team culture and patient relationships
💪 Strategies to retain top talent and build a workplace where people want to stay

Dr. Stern brings wisdom, humor, and real-world experience to the conversation—so whether you’re a dentist, leader, or business owner, you’ll walk away feeling recharged and ready to lead with purpose.

Links: 

• FB: https://www.facebook.com/alansterndds
• LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dralanstern/
• Website: https://betterricherstronger.com/

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Alright, podcasters—that’s a wrap on this episode of The Chief Psycho Podcast! If you got something out of today’s convo, do me a favor—share it, tag us, and keep the conversation going.

Remember, entrepreneurship isn’t just about the grind—it’s about the growth. Stay bold, stay human, and keep pushing the limits.

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We’re back! Season 3 of The Chief Psycho Podcast kicks off with none other than Michael Bonanno, diving into the power of Positive Pivots—how to navigate change, embrace uncertainty, and turn challenges into growth opportunities.

Meet Michael Bonanno!

Michael is a seasoned dental executive, entrepreneur, and business strategist with years of experience leading teams and scaling businesses. He has played an instrumental role in multiple dental start-ups, consulting firms, and operational leadership roles, helping organizations optimize growth while maintaining strong culture and team dynamics. With a deep passion for people-first leadership and sustainable business strategies, Michael’s approach focuses on resilience, adaptability, and maximizing human potential.

In This Episode, We Cover:

🔹 The mindset shifts that turn roadblocks into stepping stones
🔹 How to embrace uncertainty without losing momentum
🔹 The importance of adaptability in both business and life

If you’ve ever faced a crossroads in your career or business, this episode is for you. Get ready to lean into change and come out stronger. 💪

Tune in now on your favorite podcast platform! 🎧

#TheChiefPsychoPodcast #PositivePivots #EntrepreneurMindset #StayHuman

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We’re closing out an incredible season of the podcast with a can’t-miss episode: “Alchemy in Action” featuring the one and only @gregessenmacher! 🎙️

Greg Essenmacher is a leading expert in Fixed Full Arch dentistry, helping transform implant practices into Full Arch powerhouses.  As the founder of GnA Consult, Greg has been focused for over a decade on the Fixed Full Arch market, using tailored solutions and cross-functional collaboration; he maximizes clients’ potential with his expertise, which includes optimizing patient acquisition costs, coaching for lead calls, and improving treatment case acceptance.  His insights on actionable steps enhance the practice’s ability to convert Full Arch cases, increasing their valuation and improving EBITDA.

Greg has been focused on the Fixed Full Arch market starting with the successful launch of the Neodent brand into the U.S. market for the Straumann Group in 2014.  Implementing best practices from some of the most successful Full Arch clinics in the country, he achieves desired results by helping dentists and dental professionals achieve their potential.  Additionally, Greg is the host of The Tooth Sleuth podcast.

Ready to level up your practice and harness the magic of Full Arch? 🦷

Tune in for actionable strategies and inspiring takeaways to end the season on a high note!

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Links:
• Website: https://www.gnaconsult.com
• IG: @gregessenmacher
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregessenmacher

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Alright, podcasters—that’s a wrap on this episode of The Chief Psycho Podcast! If you got something out of today’s convo, do me a favor—share it, tag us, and keep the conversation going.

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Introducing... Katherine Eitel Belt, CSP, Dentistry’s Unscripted Communications Coach!  🥳

Founder and CEO of LionSpeak, Katherine is an international speaker, author, and performance coach, best known for helping professionals develop courageous, unscripted conversations with patients, clients, co-workers, and audiences.  Whether communicating from a treatment room, consult room, boardroom, or stage, audiences love her simple yet powerful formulas for delivering messages with clarity, courage, and inspiration.

For 35 years Katherine has keynoted annual conferences in the U.S., Canada, and the U.K., coached thousands of dental professionals in hundreds of practices, and consulted or presented for companies such as Care Credit, Henry Schein, Kois Center, Aurum Group, Patterson Dental, Dentsply Sirona, e-Assist, Seattle Study Club, Cain Watters, Pacific Dental Services, Dental Intel, and Philips Oral Healthcare. 

Katherine is a Certified Speaking Professional (CSP), an earned designation of the National Speakers Association achieved by less than 17% speakers worldwide and she is one of only ten dental professionals to hold the certification.  She is a Spotlight-On-Speaking champion, Speaking Consulting Network founding member, past-president of the Academy of Dental Management Consultants, AADOM/ASCA member, faculty member for the Dental Business Institute and the Dental Speakers Institute, faculty instructor for the Texas Tech University Dental School in El Paso, Board Advisor Emeritus for Dental Entrepreneur Women (DeW), voted “2023 Speaker of the Year” at the Dental Festival and “Favorite Dental Speaker” by the 2023 Nifty Awards and the Linda Miles Spirit Award for her contributions to the dental industry. 

She was recently featured in the documentary film, Women Shaping Dentistry Tomorrow, and her latest book, Courageous Conversations, is scheduled for release in the Spring of 2025.

🕒 Don’t wait—stream now and let’s get courageous!

Links:

• Instagram: @katherineeitelbelt
• Facebook: LionSpeak Communication Coaching
• LinkedIn: Katherine Eitel Belt
• Website: www.lionspeak.net

#NewEpisode #CourageousConversations #LeadershipDevelopment #TheChiefPsychoPodcast #AuthenticCommunication

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Alright, podcasters—that’s a wrap on this episode of The Chief Psycho Podcast! If you got something out of today’s convo, do me a favor—share it, tag us, and keep the conversation going.

Remember, entrepreneurship isn’t just about the grind—it’s about the growth. Stay bold, stay human, and keep pushing the limits.

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Meet this week's guest star... Sean Hamel! 🥳

Sean Hamel is a seasoned dental marketing professional and Founder & CEO at Art of Dental Marketing. Art of Dental Marketing (ADM) is dentistry's premier story-based marketing agency. Sean and his team specialize in crafting captivating narratives that help dental practices attract, engage, and retain patients. 

His team of skilled storytellers and marketers collaborates closely with each practice to uncover their unique stories and create emotional connections within their local community. 

With a comprehensive suite of services, including web design, organic and local SEO, AdWords, video marketing, and creative direction and ground marketing strategies, ADM has helped hundreds of dental practices achieve unprecedented growth.

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Links: 

• IG: @storybaseddentalmarketing, @artofdentalmarketing
• Website: https://www.artofdentalmarketing.com/
• LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanhamel/
• FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1269336192

#TheChiefPsychoPodcast #ImpactOrigins #DentalMarketing #Storytelling #MarketingStrategy #GrowthMindset #PodcastFridays

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Alright, podcasters—that’s a wrap on this episode of The Chief Psycho Podcast! If you got something out of today’s convo, do me a favor—share it, tag us, and keep the conversation going.

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Meet this week's guest star... Dr. Martin Mendelson! 🥳

Dr. Martin Mendelson is a former member of the Resident Faculty with Spear Education, and the Founder of Metamorphosis Coaching…..a speaking and consulting firm. 

After becoming medically disabled from clinical practice, Dr. Mendelson has had many ups and downs in his life. Today, he is a highly sought-after and currently works with private practice teams, DSOs, Study Clubs, and large association meetings.

With multiple advanced certifications, he has spent almost 20 years working with leaders to build happier and more fulfilled teams.

Dr. Mendelson's transformative work has touched the lives of thousands of leaders, clinicians, and dental teams, fostering cultures where excellence, growth, and happiness thrive!   

His first online course debuted this month and his first book is due to be published next year.

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Links: 

• IG: @docmartinempowers
• FB: https://www.facebook.com/metamorphosis.mm
• LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/metamorphcoach/
• Website: https://martinmendelson.com/
• Podcast: https://wellnessindentistry.com/episodes
• Courses: https://www.morewithmendelson.com

#TheChiefPsychoPodcast #ManifestingChange #LeadershipGrowth #DentalTeams #TransformationJourney

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Alright, podcasters—that’s a wrap on this episode of The Chief Psycho Podcast! If you got something out of today’s convo, do me a favor—share it, tag us, and keep the conversation going.

Remember, entrepreneurship isn’t just about the grind—it’s about the growth. Stay bold, stay human, and keep pushing the limits.

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Meet this week’s guest, Laura Maly! 🎙️

Behind the start-up culture, ping-pong table and beer fridge, you’ll find culture-maker and entrepreneur Laura Maly, the Co-Founder of Wonderist Agency. For the last 11 years, she’s been helping dentists generate new patients through marketing and growing Wonderist  into one of the largest privately-owned dental marketing agencies with her husband and business partner, Michael Anderson. 

With a team of 57 in sunny San Diego, culture is at the heart of everything Wonderist Agency does and you can see it through the many accolades they’ve received including the Inc. 5000 (2020, ‘21, ‘22, ‘23), San Diego’s Best Places to Work (2018, ‘21, ‘22, ‘23) and San Diego’s Fastest Growing Private Companies (2020, ‘21, ‘22, ‘23). 

When Laura isn’t working or on the road commanding an audience of dentists from the stage, you’ll find her with her three balls of energy masquerading as children (Wilder, Shiloh and Francie), boating, reading, drinking wine and coffee, or dedicating her time to the San Diego County Dental Foundation, where she sits on the Board of Directors. She loves to meet people- come introduce yourself and tell her what you’re working on, where you’re traveling or what you’ve been up to!

Get ready for an inspiring conversation with Laura! 🥳

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Links: 

•  IG: @lauraamaly, @wonderistagency, @yourvirtualconsult
• LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-maly-094bb36/
• Website: https://www.wonderistagency.com/

#TheChiefPsychoPodcast #CultureMeetsInnovation #WonderistAgency #DentalMarketing #Leadership

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Alright, podcasters—that’s a wrap on this episode of The Chief Psycho Podcast! If you got something out of today’s convo, do me a favor—share it, tag us, and keep the conversation going.

Remember, entrepreneurship isn’t just about the grind—it’s about the growth. Stay bold, stay human, and keep pushing the limits.

Catch you next time. Until then—keep it psycho.

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