In this episode of The Dental CEO Podcast, Dr. Scott Leune sits down with Dr. Jordan Sanders, founder of Knox Mountain Dentistry and Ascend Dental Education, to explore what it really takes to build a thriving dental practice—and an even more fulfilling life. From launching a startup during COVID to hitting $3 million in collections, Dr. Sanders shares how he broke free from burnout by offloading operations, prioritizing mental health, and pursuing his passion for teaching and 3D printing. This is a powerful conversation about leadership, boundaries, and redefining what success in dentistry can truly look like.

In this episode of The Dental CEO Podcast, Dr. Scott Leune breaks down a simple yet powerful framework for becoming a more effective CEO in your dental practice. If you’re overwhelmed, distracted, or constantly putting out fires, this system will help you regain control. Scott shares how to organize your day using a pocket-sized to-do list, delegate tasks with real accountability, protect your personal time, and create space for focused leadership—even during clinical hours. Whether you’re running one office or managing a growing team, this episode will help you lead with more clarity, productivity, and peace of mind.

This week on The Dental CEO Podcast, Scott Leune welcomes Josh Sundquist—Paralympian, bestselling author, Emmy-winning producer, and viral content creator—for an unforgettable conversation about resilience, humor, and perspective. From losing his leg to cancer at age nine to racing for Team USA and producing his own Apple TV+ show, Josh shares the mindset shifts that helped him turn adversity into opportunity. You’ll hear why his mantra “one more thing, one more time” has inspired thousands, how failure is really about how fast you get back up, and why trying to go it alone may be holding you back. Whether you’re navigating stress in your practice or embracing change in your life, this episode offers powerful, practical insight on how to move forward—one more thing, one more time.

In this hard-hitting episode of The Dental CEO® Podcast, Dr. Scott Leune exposes a harsh reality many dentists don't realize until it's too late: how thousands have unknowingly given away their practices for free. Scott breaks down the flawed financial models behind DSO deals, explains why staying on after selling can quietly wipe out your true value, and challenges the assumptions that trap owners into losing millions. If you’re thinking about selling — or just want to truly understand the math behind your practice’s worth — this is the episode you can't afford to miss.

Dr. Scott Leune talks with Dr. Anthony Price about how he built a cosmetic dentistry brand that attracts local celebrities, delivers 40+ virtual consults a month, and aligns completely with his personal passion and lifestyle. They discuss branding, social media, and how to create a practice that supports your life instead of consuming it. This episode is a blueprint for any dentist looking to find freedom through focus.

In this episode of The Dental CEO Podcast, Scott Leune explores a rarely discussed but crucial topic: how to maximize the value of a dental practice group, especially with multiple locations. Using a three-location scenario, he breaks down strategic decisions around growth, structure, operations, and financial management that can significantly impact long-term value—whether you're looking to sell, scale, or transition into a lifestyle-focused model. Scott emphasizes making every decision with end value in mind.

In this episode of The Dental CEO Podcast, Dr. Scott Leune sits down with Brittany Glauz—known as @BrushWithBritt and one of Incisal Edge’s 32 Most Influential People in Dentistry—to explore the evolving relationship between dentists and hygienists. Together, they tackle the rising cost of hygiene, staff culture challenges, the impact of temping, and how to build a happy, high-performing hygiene department through communication, autonomy, technology, and shared growth.

In this episode of The Dental CEO Podcast, Dr. Scott Leune breaks down the biggest mistakes dentists make when expanding from one practice to many—and why traditional growth strategies often lead to burnout, debt, and eroded profits. He shares a smarter path to scale, focused on building high-margin operations, reclaiming your time, and setting the stage for multi-location success without sacrificing your sanity.

Terry Jones, founder of Travelocity and co-founder of Kayak, joins Dr. Scott Leune to discuss innovation, AI, and the mindset shifts needed to lead and grow in a rapidly changing world. From team building and overcoming blockers to leveraging technology for smarter practice management, this episode is packed with insights every dental CEO needs to hear.

In this powerful episode of The Dental CEO Podcast, Dr. Scott Leune challenges the traditional grind of dental practice ownership and lays out a bold, unapologetic blueprint for building a high-profit, low-stress practice. From understanding the hidden costs of PPOs to rethinking your schedule, fees, and growth strategy, this episode is a wake-up call for every dentist stuck in the cycle of mediocrity.