Is your practice always hunting for that next ‘perfect hire’? If so, you might be stuck in the Talent Trap and over-relying on unicorn employees instead of building systems that create consistent, scalable success.

In this solo episode, Dr Jesse Green unpacks why capability, not talent, is the real key to sustainable growth. He explores the hidden costs of talent dependency, the symptoms of an unsystemised practice, and the exact structures you need to elevate average performers into high-performing team members.

Whether you’re constantly retraining staff, micromanaging, or just feeling like your team isn’t quite “getting it,” this episode gives you the tools to shift from stress to structure. You’ll learn how to build a practice that runs smoothly, regardless of who’s on your team.

In This Episode:

• [01:00] What talent dependency looks like in real-world practices
• [02:15] Why you fall to the level of your systems, not rise to your team’s talent
• [02:40] Culture by design: setting standards and values that stick
• [04:30] Accountability systems that keep everyone aligned and focused
• [05:10] Strong systems make average people perform like pros
• [06:45] The hidden danger of micromanagement and how to fix it
• [08:50] Why depth beats dependence—and how to build it.

• Join the free Savvy Dentist Facebook Group
• Follow Dr Jesse Green on LinkedIn
• Visit Savvy Dentist website

Mentioned in this episode:

Mid Roll Ad PM Masterclass 2025

Click on the link below to find out more about the Practice Manager Masterclass here.

PM-Masterclass Sept 25

If you’ve ever felt like there’s simply not enough time in the day, this episode is going to change your thinking. Productivity expert, business coach, and author Ari Meisel joins Dr. Jesse Green to explore how entrepreneurs and executives can optimise, automate, and outsource their way to greater efficiency and impact.

Ari is the founder of Less Doing and the author of books like The Replaceable Founder. His work has transformed how leaders manage time, delegate effectively, and scale without burning out. In this conversation, Ari shares the systems, strategies, and mindset shifts that allow high performers to achieve more by doing less, without sacrificing quality or control.

You’ll walk away with practical tools to streamline your workload, create more freedom, and focus only on the things that truly move the needle.

In this episode, Ari and Jesse discuss:

• [03:45] Why “doing less” doesn’t mean underachieving
• [07:12] The decision-making framework to work out the right thing to do
• [11:05] How to identify and eliminate unnecessary tasks
• [14:28] The role of delegation in scaling your business
• [17:52] Common myths about productivity that hold leaders back
• [21:16] The mindset shift from being “irreplaceable” to “replaceable” as a founder
• [30:10] How to start doing less—today—without guilt or fear.

Links and Resources:

• Ari Meisel website
• Less Doing website
• Connect with Ari on LinkedIn

• Join the free Savvy Dentist Facebook Group
• Follow Dr Jesse Green on LinkedIn
• Visit Savvy Dentist website

Mentioned in this episode:

Mid Roll Ad PM Masterclass 2025

Click on the link below to find out more about the Practice Manager Masterclass here.

PM-Masterclass Sept 25

In this solo episode, Jesse Green unpacks what truly separates the top 1% of dental practice owners from the rest. Drawing on decades of coaching, conversations, and lived experience, he reveals the six internal traits that drive external results.

If you’ve been chasing better KPIs, more profit, or faster growth, this is your reminder that the real breakthroughs start within.

In this episode:

• [03:09] The one inner quality that keeps top owners in the game
• [07:19] A trait more important than talent or intelligence and why it's a non-negotiable for long-term success
• [10:15] The mindset shift that turns stuckness into momentum (and how most owners get it wrong)
• [13:36] Why your success may have more to do with who you're around than what you're doing
• [15:42] The hidden growth habit elite owners practice daily and why surface-level skimming won’t cut it
• [18:14] How the clearest thinkers create unstoppable teams, motivation, and focus.

Resources and Links:

The Man in the Arena by Theodore Roosevelt

Grit by Angela Duckworth

Follow Dr Jesse Green on LinkedIn

Visit Savvy Dentist website

Mentioned in this episode:

Mid Roll Ad PM Masterclass 2025

Click on the link below to find out more about the Practice Manager Masterclass here.

PM-Masterclass Sept 25

In this episode of The Savvy Dentist Podcast, we’re diving into an incredibly inspiring and practical conversation about how to build the practice of your dreams. Whether you’re just starting or you're looking to take your practice to the next level, today's episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss.

Joining Dr Jesse is returning special guest, Keith Abraham. Keith is a globally recognised thought leader on goal achievement, business growth, and personal leadership. Over the past 25 years, he has worked with more than 1.7 million people across 39 countries, helping them clarify what matters most and craft the strategies to achieve it. Keith is the bestselling author of five books, and his work with major corporations has earned him numerous awards, including the Nevin Award, the highest honour for professional speaking excellence in Australia.

In our conversation, Keith shares his unique framework for unlocking clarity, creating a deep connection with your purpose, and building unstoppable momentum toward your biggest goals. He breaks down the practical steps dentists and practice owners can take to move beyond overwhelm, focus on what truly matters, and create a business and a life they genuinely love. Keith’s approach is not just theory; it’s built on decades of helping business owners turn their visions into reality.

If you’re ready to reignite your passion, get crystal clear on your goals, and take tangible steps toward building the practice, and future you’ve always wanted, this episode is for you. So grab a pen and notebook, because you’ll want to capture every piece of wisdom Keith shares. Let’s dive into this inspiring conversation with Keith Abraham.

In this episode:

• [04:01] The danger of getting caught up in external noise and how to "starve your distractions and feed your focus
• [06:17] Gold Drivers – the 8 core emotions that drive goal achievement
• [08:29] The power of aligning your goals with how you want to feel
• [11:21] Leveraging experts and teams to create business velocity
• [13:46] The four universal desires of business owners and how to achieve them through intentional design
• [15:26] Keith's pivotal story about the origins of his "business of your dreams" framework and the 12 defining questions
• [24:29] The value of coaching, mentorship, and surrounding yourself with the right support structures
• [27:15] The evolution from technician to true business owner
• [30:26] Balancing systemisation with humanised experiences
• [34:00] Creating remarkable patient experiences.

Links & Resources:

• Download Keith's Questions to Build the Business of Your Dreams
• Visit Keith Abraham's website
• Connect with Keith Abraham on LinkedIn
• Connect with Dr Jesse Green on LinkedIn
• Visit Savvy Dentist website

Mentioned in this episode:

Mid Roll Ad PM Masterclass 2025

Click on the link below to find out more about the Practice Manager Masterclass here.

PM-Masterclass Sept 25

Setbacks are inevitable in business, but staying stuck in them doesn’t have to be. In this solo episode of the Savvy Dentist Podcast, Dr. Jesse Green shares how to master the art of bouncing back quickly, with resilience and clarity. Drawing on lessons from experience and a surprising insight from Ted Lasso, Jesse unpacks why forgetting strategically can be a competitive advantage for practice owners.

Discover how to protect your mental bandwidth, model emotional strength for your team, and turn disappointments into direction. This episode is about letting go of what’s holding you back so you can lead, grow, and thrive with focus.

In this episode, Jesse discusses:

• [00:01] Why rumination kills future focus
• [01:24] The “be a goldfish” mindset
• [01:57] Failure as feedback—not defeat
• [02:50] Bandwidth is a leadership asset
• [03:53] How your emotional state shapes team culture
• [04:47] Three mindset tools to help with strategic thinking.

Resources and Links:

🔗 Visit Savvy Dentist Website

🔗 Follow Dr. Jesse Green on LinkedIn

Mentioned in this episode:

Mid Roll Ad PM Masterclass 2025

Click on the link below to find out more about the Practice Manager Masterclass here.

PM-Masterclass Sept 25

In this episode of The Savvy Dentist Podcast, Dr Jesse Green welcomes a special guest, Max Ganhewa, for a fascinating and future-focused conversation. Known for pushing boundaries in clinical practice and innovation, Max brings a unique perspective on how technology, particularly artificial intelligence, is rapidly reshaping the dental industry. Together, they explore the new possibilities, challenges, and opportunities AI offers for dentists ready to embrace change.

Max shares practical insights on how AI is already being used in diagnostics, treatment planning, and patient communication, and what it means for the day-to-day running of a practice. Max and Jesse discuss how dentists can stay ahead of the curve, why mindset matters when it comes to adapting to new technologies, and what steps practices can take today to future-proof their businesses. It’s a lively, down-to-earth discussion filled with real-world examples and actionable takeaways.

Whether you're a practice owner looking to stay competitive or simply curious about what the future holds, this episode will give you valuable insights into the next frontier of dentistry. Tune in to hear how AI isn't just a tech trend … It's a tool for creating better outcomes for patients, teams, and your dental practice.

Max Ganhewa is a Melbourne-based general dentist and the founder of Dental on Flinders. Since graduating from the University of Otago in 2007, he has cultivated a diverse clinical career spanning both rural and metropolitan settings. In 2020, Max co-founded CoTreat AI, a pioneering platform designed to enhance dental treatment planning and streamline practice workflows through artificial intelligence. CoTreat AI aims to assist dental professionals by automating routine tasks, improving diagnostic accuracy, and facilitating evidence-based decision-making, thereby allowing practitioners to focus more on patient care.

• [05:37] - How to get hooked on using AI within your practice
• [09:19]-  There's profitable work just sitting within your current patients that you are not aware of. How AI can identify revenue opportunities
• [14:37] - Let AI search for the ‘diamonds of opportunity’ for you and your team to identify with your patients
• [19:14] - How to create a compelling reason for a patient to return
• [27:41] - The future of AI and dentistry.

• Sign up to cotreat.ai and enter this code: SAVVY25 to receive your first month free!
• Visit CoTreat website
• Connect with Dr Max Ganhewa on LinkedIn
• Connect with Dr Jesse Green on LinkedIn

Mentioned in this episode:

Mid Roll Ad PM Masterclass 2025

Click on the link below to find out more about the Practice Manager Masterclass here.

PM-Masterclass Sept 25

Effective leadership is built on the foundation of meaningful communication. In this solo episode of the Savvy Dentist Podcast, Dr Jesse Green unpacks the three critical conversations every dental practice owner and leader must master to lead a team and grow a thriving business successfully.

Drawing from years of experience and practical wisdom, Jesse breaks down these conversations into simple, actionable frameworks. Whether you're giving recognition or navigating difficult conversations, when handled with preparation and structure, will dramatically enhance your leadership capabilities.

If you want to create a positive workplace culture, build trust, and elevate your practice, this episode is a must-listen.

In this episode:

• [00:43] Why communication (not just talking) is the backbone of great leadership
• [04:38] The importance of using flexible frameworks over rigid scripts
• [04:52] Why setting the frame of a conversation is more powerful than trying to dominate it
• [04:59] How emotional and verbal preparation changes the outcome of conversations
• [09:55] How to align communication with values for better team outcomes.

Resources and Links:

🔗 Visit Savvy Dentist Website

🔗 Follow Dr. Jesse Green on LinkedIn

Mentioned in this episode:

Mid Roll Ad PM Masterclass 2025

Click on the link below to find out more about the Practice Manager Masterclass here.

PM-Masterclass Sept 25

In this episode, Dr Jesse Green is joined by Dr Wendy Peng and Dr Gilbert Ko, owners of Dana Street Dental in Ballarat. Their journey from starting a small, three-chair dental practice to building a thriving, eight-chair business is filled with lessons on leadership, team culture, systems, and scale.

Wendy and Gilbert share candidly about the realities of business ownership—the wins, the missteps, and how they've created a practice that not only delivers outstanding care but also provides them the freedom to enjoy more time with their family. It's a down-to-earth, relatable conversation full of practical strategies for sustainable growth.

If you’ve ever wondered what it really takes to scale your practice without burning out, this episode is for you.

Dr. Wendy Peng and Dr. Gilbert Ko are the founders of Dana Street Dental, a leading dental practice in Ballarat, Victoria. With a passion for creating a patient-focused practice and a strong emphasis on team culture, Wendy and Gilbert have successfully grown their business from the ground up. Known for their commitment to mentoring young clinicians, developing robust systems, and building a positive workplace, they’ve created a business that supports both their professional and personal goals.

• [03:10] Why they chose to open their own practice in Ballarat
• [07:25] Early false confidence and hard lessons in recalls, marketing, and running a business
• [12:40] How refining systems and identifying their ideal patient turned things around
• [17:15] The growing pains of rapid expansion and what they learned going from three to six chairs
• [35:20] How training and mentoring became the backbone of their successful, growing team
• [41:30] Creating a workplace culture that attracts and keeps great people
• [46:15] The difference between six chairs and eight chairs and why it feels easier now
• [50:40] How their business now gives them the time and freedom they always wanted.

Connect with Dana Street Dental on their website

Visit the Savvy Dentist website

Connect with Dr. Jesse Green on LinkedIn

Mentioned in this episode:

Mid Roll Ad PM Masterclass 2025

Click on the link below to find out more about the Practice Manager Masterclass here.

PM-Masterclass Sept 25

In this episode of The Savvy Dentist Podcast, Dr. Jesse Green explores a powerful shift in leadership mindset: replacing rigid policies with guiding principles to create a more empowered, agile, and values-driven dental practice.

Rather than relying on exhaustive rulebooks that can stifle innovation and autonomy, Jesse explains how defining a clear set of principles can drive better decision-making, elevate team morale, and cultivate a culture of trust. Whether you're navigating team dynamics, scaling your operations, or simply tired of micromanaging, this episode provides a refreshing framework for leadership that’s both strategic and human-centred.

In this episode:

• [01:00] The key differences between policies and principles, and why it matters
• [04:55] How principles can empower your team to make smart, values-aligned decisions
• [06:00] Why this approach fosters adaptability, accountability, and long-term success
• [07:00] Steps to identify and communicate your core practice principles
• [08:00] Embedding principles into your culture.

Dr. Jesse Green is a leading dental entrepreneur, speaker, and business coach who helps dentists create profitable, scalable, and enjoyable practices. As the founder of Savvy Dentist, Jesse shares proven strategies to help dentists take control of their time, finances, and business success.

Resources and Links:

🔗 Visit Savvy Dentist Website

🔗 Follow Dr. Jesse Green on LinkedIn

Mentioned in this episode:

Mid Roll Ad PM Masterclass 2025

Click on the link below to find out more about the Practice Manager Masterclass here.

PM-Masterclass Sept 25