The Shared Practices Podcast - Archives

Join Merlin, Andrew, and Steven as they dive into the realities of dental practice beyond the classroom. We talk about the essentials of goal setting, navigating career shifts, and finding the right balance in the dental world. It's a practical, real-life conversation about the challenges and triumphs during life after dental school.

Richard and DentistAdvisor.com's Ryan Isaac simulcast this episode to both their platforms. Richard talks candidly about the challenges and triumphs of growing the Shared Practices podcast, his own dental practices, and the Shared Practices Group. From being a technician at heart to embracing the chaos of entrepreneurship, they each share their personal experiences from their years in our industry.

Shared Practices' very own coaches Caitlin and Danielle continue our series on dental assistants.

What strategies can you employ to establish core values that resonate with your entire team? How can you approach uncomfortable conversations and foster effective communication within your team?

We're diving into what a good dental assistant (and the rest of your team) does day in and day out.

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Merlin continues his conversation with Richard about the current season of his dental entrepreneur journey. They talk about owning and scaling a dental practice, the realities versus expectations in dental entrepreneurship, and exploring adjacent business opportunities.

Suzanne and Ali Oromchian, CEO of HR for Health, discuss crucial 2024 HR updates for dental practices. They cover new laws like the Stericycle ruling and Pregnant Workers Fairness Act, plus state-specific non-compete changes. Ali provides tips on employee manuals and remote work compliance. This episode is absolutely essential for dental professionals navigating 2024's HR challenges.

Not sure where to start? 👉Download HR for Health's 2024 HR Law Updates Guide http://bit.ly/41ytObk

In the final part of this series, Richard Low and guest Brannon Moncrief of McLarren + Associates delve into the pitfalls dentists often encounter when considering a sale to a Dental Service Organization (DSO). We illuminate key mistakes, from responding to unsolicited offers to failing to create a competitive environment for their practice.

You have to understand DSO deal structures and the critical need for dentists to ask the right questions to ensure they partner with a DSO that aligns with their goals and values. We'll help you maximize the benefits of a DSO transition while avoiding common traps that can lead to regrettable outcomes.

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Merlin interviews Richard about the current season of his dental entrepreneur journey. They talk about owning and scaling a dental practice, the realities versus expectations in dental entrepreneurship, and exploring adjacent business opportunities.

Richard and Caitlin talk about integrating personal goal-setting with professional dental practice management, emphasizing the Quadrant Approach for achieving success in both areas.

Join Richard Low and George Hariri in this special episode. They delve into the crucial process of setting goals and intentions for dental practices in the new year, and the importance of aligning goals with personal vision.

Whether it's transitioning from solo to group practice or scaling new heights--we'll cover it here today.

In Part 2 of this two-part series, the conversation pivots to the essential elements of effective leadership in dental practices.

Alex Sharp shares his experiences and insights on how to lead with humility, develop a positive practice culture, and handle the complexities of team management.