“Jaz, I don't know which course to take?”

“Should I do Aspire Academy, Kois, Chris Orr or Paul Tipton?” (all great courses and legends by the way!)

Of course its confusing - there are now more ‘Level 7 Diplomas’ than Dentists!

There are also lots of biased testimonials - surely they can't ALL be the ‘best course I ever did?’, right?

So just HOW do you choose the right postgraduate program to elevate your skills? 

What mindset helps new grads thrive, especially when they’re feeling stuck?

This episode shares Lakshmi's decision making as she opted for the RipeGlobal Fellowship.

Lakshmi’s journey is a perfect example of how the right mindset and a strategic approach to education can transform your dental career. Jaz and Lakshmi discuss her experience of choosing the right course, enrolling in the Ripe Global Restorative Fellowship, and the challenges she faced along the way.  

They also talk through the importance of ongoing learning, the impact of mentorship, and how Lakshmi’s mindset shift helped her grow as a dentist. Whether you’re a new grad or seasoned dentist looking to upskill, Lakshmi’s story will inspire you to take control of your career growth and make the most of every opportunity.

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Need to Read it? Check out the Full Episode Transcript below!

Key Takeaways:

Hands-on experience is crucial for building confidence in clinical skills.

Finding the right practice is important for professional growth.

Investing in continuing education is vital for skill enhancement.

Mentorship plays a vital role in navigating early career challenges.

A supportive team can significantly impact a dentist's experience.

Understanding one's learning style is key to effective training.

Practical learning enhances engagement and application in real scenarios.

Balancing time commitments is essential for managing a demanding course load.

Choosing a course that aligns with one's career goals is vital for success.

Maintaining a passion for one's work contributes to success.

It's important to reflect on personal growth and set achievable goals.

The journey in dentistry is not linear; expect ups and downs.

Highlights for this episode:

02:29 Lakshmi's Journey and Dental School Experience

06:45 First Year as a Dentist

12:01 Finding the Right Practice

19:49 Considering Advanced Courses

25:36 Choosing RIPE Global Fellowship

29:21 Lakshmi's Hands-On Experience with Ripe Global

37:40 Challenges and Growth in the Fellowship

42:37 Balancing Life and Professional Growth

52:57 Mentorship and Personal Development

54:41  Future Aspirations and Final Reflections

This is a non-clinical episode without CPD. For CPD or CE credits, visit the Protrusive Guidance app—hundreds of hours and mini-courses await!

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If you loved this episode, be sure to check out another epic episode - Non-Clinical Growth for the Busy Dentist (Your Health, Relationships, and Business) – IC023

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Click below for full episode transcript:

Jaz's Introduction: Hello, Protruserati. I'm Jaz Gulati, and welcome to the introduction of the Introduction, I guess. I think this episode deserved an extra bit right at the beginning to let you know what's in store for you by listening to this episode. Look, the number one question I've been asked for years and years and years is, which course should I do?

Jaz's Introduction:What's the best course you went on?