http://www.takacslearningcenter.com Sun, 15 Nov 2020 14:34:47 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.3.4 Takacs Learning Center clean Takacs Learning Center gary@thrivingdentist.com gary@thrivingdentist.com (Takacs Learning Center) http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/thrivingdentist144.jpg http://www.takacslearningcenter.com http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/the-thriving-dentist-show-pivots/ Wed, 09 Oct 2019 05:54:37 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5934 In today’s Thriving Dentist Podcast show, Gary has invited his friend and co-host of the Less Insurance Dependence Podcast, Naren Arulrajah to co-host this episode. Naren is the CEO of Ekwa Marketing and helps dentists across the world with their digit... In today’s Thriving Dentist Podcast show, Gary has invited his friend and co-host of the Less Insurance Dependence Podcast, Naren Arulrajah to co-host this episode. Naren is the CEO of Ekwa Marketing and helps dentists across the world with their digital marketing. Gary and Naren go back into the archives to discuss some of the […] Takacs Learning Center clean 59:22 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/year-end-tax-savings-tips-with-robby-apple-cpa/ Wed, 02 Oct 2019 06:45:17 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5931 Gary invited his friend Robby Apple CPA as a guest on this Thriving Dentist Show to share some specific tips you can use to reduce your tax liability in 2019. The timing on this Show is very important because you have time to apply these tips before th... Gary invited his friend Robby Apple CPA as a guest on this Thriving Dentist Show to share some specific tips you can use to reduce your tax liability in 2019. The timing on this Show is very important because you have time to apply these tips before the end of the year to gain the […] Takacs Learning Center clean 54:25 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/why-does-dentistry-fails-with-greg-kamyszek/ Wed, 25 Sep 2019 10:27:39 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5929 The reality is that dentistry can fail due to a number of reasons. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invited his friend Greg Kamyszek on the Show as a Guest to explore some common reasons why dentistry fails. In this Show, The reality is that dentistry can fail due to a number of reasons. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invited his friend Greg Kamyszek on the Show as a Guest to explore some common reasons why dentistry fails. In this Show, Gary and Greg discuss: how BioRESEARCH works with all of the major occlusion ‘camps’, […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:03:10 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/obstructive-sleep-apnea-is-a-serious-medical-condition-with-a-dental-solution-with-bryan-ferre/ Wed, 18 Sep 2019 10:10:57 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5926 Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is one of the most pernicious and misunderstood healthcare concerns of the modern era. Gary invited his friend Bryan Ferre as a Guest on the Thriving Dentist Show to share his knowledge about OSA. Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is one of the most pernicious and misunderstood healthcare concerns of the modern era. Gary invited his friend Bryan Ferre as a Guest on the Thriving Dentist Show to share his knowledge about OSA. In this Show Gary and Bryan discuss; The very personal story of how Bryan lost his wife […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:01:59 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/the-story-of-three-young-dentists-who-are-rocking-their-careers-with-drs-joseph-blalock-scotty-blanchard-and-luis-philipe-mariusso/ Wed, 11 Sep 2019 06:57:49 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5921 You likely know that Gary is passionate about dentistry and you have probably heard him say that Dentistry ROCKS! This Thriving Dentist Show is one that you will absolutely love. A little over  three years ago, You likely know that Gary is passionate about dentistry and you have probably heard him say that Dentistry ROCKS! This Thriving Dentist Show is one that you will absolutely love. A little over  three years ago, Gary interviewed a group of young Dentists who were about the start their careers. They were a month away […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:00:01 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/codiscovery-what-is-it-when-to-use-it-why-to-use-it-with-dr-paul-henny/ Wed, 04 Sep 2019 10:05:09 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5918 CoDiscovery is a process that was introduced to the dental profession many years ago by Dr. L.D. Pankey and Dr. Peter Dawson (among others) to help patients take a greater interest in comprehensive care. In terms of diagnosis, CoDiscovery is a process that was introduced to the dental profession many years ago by Dr. L.D. Pankey and Dr. Peter Dawson (among others) to help patients take a greater interest in comprehensive care. In terms of diagnosis, treatment planning and case presentation, most Dentists were taught to identify an issue in the patient’s mouth […] Takacs Learning Center clean 54:37 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/real-time-online-scheduling-with-weston-lunsford-and-keith-english/ Wed, 28 Aug 2019 04:54:49 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5915 Gary often studies trends that other businesses are doing to see if they can be adapted to dentistry. Real-Time online scheduling is something that other industries are using with great success. For example, Gary often studies trends that other businesses are doing to see if they can be adapted to dentistry. Real-Time online scheduling is something that other industries are using with great success. For example, Millions of people use Open Table to make reservations at restaurants throughout the country. Gary invited his friends Weston Lunsford and Keith […] Takacs Learning Center clean 58:42 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/the-model-of-an-award-winning-multi-disciplinary-practice-with-dr-nanda-albatish/ Wed, 21 Aug 2019 04:24:42 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5910 There are many successful practice models to consider as you strive to develop the style of practice that works best for you. For this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invited his friend Dr. Nada Albatish as a Guest to share how she has created an award-win... There are many successful practice models to consider as you strive to develop the style of practice that works best for you. For this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invited his friend Dr. Nada Albatish as a Guest to share how she has created an award-winning, multi-disciplinary practice named All Smiles Dental Centre just north of […] Takacs Learning Center clean 51:36 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/free-online-ce-practice-growth-summit-the-worlds-largest-online-practice-growth-event-hosted-by-weave/ Wed, 14 Aug 2019 11:12:22 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5907 If you are a regular listener to the Thriving Dentist Show, you know that Gary is passionate about technology and Continuing Education. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews three executives at Weave about their upcoming online CE Event called... If you are a regular listener to the Thriving Dentist Show, you know that Gary is passionate about technology and Continuing Education. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews three executives at Weave about their upcoming online CE Event called Practice Growth Summit. This Summit is the world’s largest online practice growth Event and is […] Takacs Learning Center clean 54:59 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/lessons-from-a-dental-company-celebrating-100-years-in-business-with-ann-steinbock/ Wed, 07 Aug 2019 05:13:52 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5902 According to US Census Data, less than one-half of one percent of businesses stay in business for 100 years! Very few Dental Companies can claim a 100 year History! Whip Mix is one of these elite Companies. In this interview, According to US Census Data, less than one-half of one percent of businesses stay in business for 100 years! Very few Dental Companies can claim a 100 year History! Whip Mix is one of these elite Companies. In this interview, Gary invited his friend Ann Steinbock, Whip Mix VP Marketing and Sales to share lessons […] Takacs Learning Center clean 45:25 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/its-not-in-the-knowing-its-in-the-doing-with-dr-mike-fling/ Wed, 31 Jul 2019 08:36:01 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5899 Thriving Dentists have a common denominator in that they are lifelong learners and constantly improving their clinical, business and behavioral skills. However, for many people there is a gap between ‘knowing’ and ‘doing’. Thriving Dentists have a common denominator in that they are lifelong learners and constantly improving their clinical, business and behavioral skills. However, for many people there is a gap between ‘knowing’ and ‘doing’. We often know what to do but somehow stop short of applying our knowledge. This podcast interview with my friend, Dr. Mike […] Takacs Learning Center clean 57:05 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/life-after-i-sold-my-practice-to-a-dso-and-kept-working-there-with-dr-nezar-kassem/ Wed, 24 Jul 2019 06:30:22 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5895 Earlier this year, Gary interviewed his friend Dr. Nezar Kassem about his decision to sell his practice at mid-career to a DSO. During that interview, Gary asked Nezar’s permission to circle back later this year for a follow up interview with Nezar to ... Earlier this year, Gary interviewed his friend Dr. Nezar Kassem about his decision to sell his practice at mid-career to a DSO. During that interview, Gary asked Nezar’s permission to circle back later this year for a follow up interview with Nezar to share this post sale experiences. This is that follow up interview. In […] Takacs Learning Center clean 55:00 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/how-to-become-a-transformational-leader-to-achieve-the-practice-of-your-dreams-with-dr-mac-mcdonald/ Wed, 17 Jul 2019 05:29:09 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5893 Leadership is such an important element of a Thriving dental Practice. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary invited his friend, Dr. Mac McDonald to share his wisdom and thoughts on how Dentists can become Transformational Leaders. In this Show, Leadership is such an important element of a Thriving dental Practice. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary invited his friend, Dr. Mac McDonald to share his wisdom and thoughts on how Dentists can become Transformational Leaders. In this Show, Gary and Mad discuss; The fact that Leadership can be learned and developed, the importance of […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:03:39 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/courageous-conversations-with-katherine-eitel-belt/ Wed, 10 Jul 2019 04:55:53 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5889 Communication is such an important topic! Our Guest on this Thriving Dentist Show is Katherine Eitel Belt and she is a master at teaching effective communication. In this particular Show, Katherine shares strategies and tips for how to have Courageous ... Communication is such an important topic! Our Guest on this Thriving Dentist Show is Katherine Eitel Belt and she is a master at teaching effective communication. In this particular Show, Katherine shares strategies and tips for how to have Courageous Conversations. It is fair to say that the content of this interview is an absolute […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:11:04 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/everything-to-consider-when-building-your-ideal-office-with-bruce-johnstone/ Wed, 03 Jul 2019 05:40:45 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5887 It is likely that as some point in your career you will build your ideal office. Gary did so in 2011 and he credits the new office as an important element in his practice success. In this Thriving Dentist Show, It is likely that as some point in your career you will build your ideal office. Gary did so in 2011 and he credits the new office as an important element in his practice success. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invited his friend Bruce Johnstone to discuss all the details to consider when building […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:00:39 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/case-conversations-that-make-it-easy-for-patients-to-say-yes-with-paul-homoly-dds/ Wed, 26 Jun 2019 07:00:24 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5884 Developing the skills to help guide your patients to accept ideal treatment is a necessary skill set in a thriving practice. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invited his friend Dr. Paul Homoly to share some insights and tips that will help you conti... Developing the skills to help guide your patients to accept ideal treatment is a necessary skill set in a thriving practice. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invited his friend Dr. Paul Homoly to share some insights and tips that will help you continually improve your case presentation skills. In this Show, Gary and Paul […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:06:57 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/the-latest-advances-in-adult-orthodontics-with-dr-mike-ditolla/ Wed, 19 Jun 2019 07:00:56 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5882 There are many cool advances in the world of adult orthodontics in a general practice. Gary invited his friend Dr. Mike DiTolla as a guest on the Thriving Dentist Show to share these advances with our listeners. In this Show, There are many cool advances in the world of adult orthodontics in a general practice. Gary invited his friend Dr. Mike DiTolla as a guest on the Thriving Dentist Show to share these advances with our listeners. In this Show, Mike and Gary discuss; How adult orthodontics can be an excellent addition to a general […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:03:14 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/how-lifesmiles-attracts-65-quality-new-patients-every-month-via-digital-marketing-with-naren-arulrajah/ Wed, 12 Jun 2019 18:55:29 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5877 New patient flow is critically important for a successful dental practice. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invited his friend Naren Arulrajah to explain the digital marketing plan and activities that Gary uses in his LifeSmiles practice to attract ... New patient flow is critically important for a successful dental practice. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invited his friend Naren Arulrajah to explain the digital marketing plan and activities that Gary uses in his LifeSmiles practice to attract 65 new patient every month. Naren is the Founder and CEO of EKWA Marketing the digital marketing agency […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:04:28 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/from-army-dentist-to-owning-three-practices-with-dr-richard-low/ Wed, 05 Jun 2019 14:07:04 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5875 This is a great interview that you will totally enjoy! As you know, Gary is passionate about entrepreneurship in dentistry and helping Dentists become an owner of their own dental practice. In this Thriving Dentist Show, This is a great interview that you will totally enjoy! As you know, Gary is passionate about entrepreneurship in dentistry and helping Dentists become an owner of their own dental practice. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invited his former Dental Student and Friend, Dr. Richard Low as a Guest on the Show to share his journey from […] Takacs Learning Center clean 58:31 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/the-difference-that-2-degrees-can-make-in-your-dental-practice-with-weston-lunsford/ Wed, 29 May 2019 04:39:32 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5872 Minor changes in course direction can make a significant difference in the performance of your dental practice. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invited his friend Weston Lunsford to discuss the significance of 2 degrees. In this Show, Minor changes in course direction can make a significant difference in the performance of your dental practice. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invited his friend Weston Lunsford to discuss the significance of 2 degrees. In this Show, Gary and Weston discuss; The story of the 1979 flight from New Zealand to Antarctica, how this […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:05:13 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/technology-to-get-paid-faster-with-lower-cost-while-providing-your-patients-a-superior-payment-experience-with-bruce-baird-dds/ Wed, 22 May 2019 04:18:57 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5870 Creating a Payment System in your practice where you collect everything you produce is a critically important element of a thriving practice. It’s very frustrating to produce dentistry and not get paid for it! To help you master payment success today, Creating a Payment System in your practice where you collect everything you produce is a critically important element of a thriving practice. It’s very frustrating to produce dentistry and not get paid for it! To help you master payment success today, Gary invited his friend Dr. Bruce Baird as a Guest on this Thriving Dentist Show episode. […] Takacs Learning Center clean 55:59 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/the-science-behind-xylitol-and-how-to-incorporate-xylitol-in-a-thriving-dental-practice-with-nate-jones/ Wed, 15 May 2019 05:04:31 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5867 Xylitol is a 5 carbon sugar that was discover in the 1890’s. During world War II, there was a shortage of sugar in Scandinavian countries leading to the first widespread use of xylitol and dental professionals noticed a significant improvement in patie... Xylitol is a 5 carbon sugar that was discover in the 1890’s. During world War II, there was a shortage of sugar in Scandinavian countries leading to the first widespread use of xylitol and dental professionals noticed a significant improvement in patient’s oral health who used xylitol.  For the next 30 years this natural sweetener […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:00:01 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/everything-you-have-ever-wanted-to-know-about-successful-branding-with-grace-rizza/ Wed, 08 May 2019 17:15:07 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5865 Branding is one of those terms that we often hear about but very few people actually understand! In this Thriving Dentist Show episode Gary invited his friend Grace Rizza as a Guest to unlock the mystery of branding and share with you everything she kn... Branding is one of those terms that we often hear about but very few people actually understand! In this Thriving Dentist Show episode Gary invited his friend Grace Rizza as a Guest to unlock the mystery of branding and share with you everything she knows about branding. In this Show, Gary and Grace discuss; What […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:00:34 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/creating-the-remarkable-dental-practice-with-fred-joyal/ Wed, 01 May 2019 07:00:26 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5862 Fred Joyal has been a colleague and friend of Gary’s for 32+ years! Gary invited Fred as a returning Guest on the Thriving Dentist Show to share information about a new digital course that Fred has created all about how to create a truly remarkable den... Fred Joyal has been a colleague and friend of Gary’s for 32+ years! Gary invited Fred as a returning Guest on the Thriving Dentist Show to share information about a new digital course that Fred has created all about how to create a truly remarkable dental practice. As a result of his ground breaking work […] Takacs Learning Center clean 59:01 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/cbd-oil-applications-in-dentistry-with-paul-henny-dds/ Wed, 24 Apr 2019 04:31:55 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5857 Cannabidoil (CBD)is a phytocannabinoid discovered in 1940. It is one of some 113 identified cannabinoids in cannabis (marajuana) plants and accounts for up to 40% of the plant’s extract.  As of 2018, preliminary clinical research on cannabidiol include... Cannabidoil (CBD)is a phytocannabinoid discovered in 1940. It is one of some 113 identified cannabinoids in cannabis (marajuana) plants and accounts for up to 40% of the plant’s extract.  As of 2018, preliminary clinical research on cannabidiol included studies and successful applications in treating anxiety, cognition, movement disorders and pain management. Gary invited his friend Dr. Paul Henny as […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:06:49 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/dental-practice-hero-from-ordinary-practice-to-extraordinary-experience-with-paul-etchison-dds/ Wed, 17 Apr 2019 04:10:29 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5855 Exceptional patient service is the ‘secret sauce’ that sets every world-class dental practice apart. Many patients want to go to a dental practice where they are taken care of by a Dentist and Team who they know, like and trust. Exceptional patient service is the ‘secret sauce’ that sets every world-class dental practice apart. Many patients want to go to a dental practice where they are taken care of by a Dentist and Team who they know, like and trust. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invited his friend Dr. Paul Etchison to share his […] Takacs Learning Center clean 54:20 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/the-lip-and-tongue-tie-ankyloglossia-laser-release-procedure-with-ford-gatgens-dds/ Wed, 10 Apr 2019 04:03:30 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5851 Gary’s experience as a Coach gives him a first hand opportunity to see what is working in exceptional dental practices all over the country. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friend and client, Dr. Ford Gatgens from Dickson, Gary’s experience as a Coach gives him a first hand opportunity to see what is working in exceptional dental practices all over the country. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friend and client, Dr. Ford Gatgens from Dickson, TN about some things that are producing excellent results in his practice. In this interview […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:02:29 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/embracing-rejection-as-a-key-to-achieving-your-goals-with-laura-mach-dds/ Wed, 03 Apr 2019 07:00:02 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5846 Rejection is something that we all face in our lives. How you deal with rejection is impacted by many factors including your level of Emotional Intelligence. Gary invited his friend Dr. Laura Mach as a guest on the Thriving Dentist Show to share her un... Rejection is something that we all face in our lives. How you deal with rejection is impacted by many factors including your level of Emotional Intelligence. Gary invited his friend Dr. Laura Mach as a guest on the Thriving Dentist Show to share her unique perspective on rejection. In this Show, Gary and Laura discuss; […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:04:24 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/keys-to-financial-independence-with-art-wiederman-cpa/ Wed, 27 Mar 2019 04:43:55 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5843 The American Dental Association reports that fewer than 3% of Dentists can retire at age 65 without reducing their lifestyle. Gary is on a mission to change that statistic and help more Dentists achieve the financial independence they deserve. The American Dental Association reports that fewer than 3% of Dentists can retire at age 65 without reducing their lifestyle. Gary is on a mission to change that statistic and help more Dentists achieve the financial independence they deserve. To that end, he invited his friend Art Wiederman to share some very actionable tips to […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:05:57 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/what-americans-really-think-about-their-teeth-with-brian-mccarthy/ Wed, 20 Mar 2019 05:16:58 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5841 Recently the Harris Poll conducted an online survey revealing American views and behaviors towards oral and dental care, habits and priorities. The results of this survey were published in the form of the 2019 State of the American Mouth Report. Recently the Harris Poll conducted an online survey revealing American views and behaviors towards oral and dental care, habits and priorities. The results of this survey were published in the form of the 2019 State of the American Mouth Report. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friend Brian McCarthy (Executive Vice President of […] Takacs Learning Center clean 56:41 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/case-acceptance-tips-to-get-more-yess-from-your-patients-with-dr-chris-bowman/ Wed, 13 Mar 2019 07:00:45 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5838 Often times a major difference between a good Dentist and a world-class Dentist is the case presentation skills of the Dentist. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invited his friend Chris Bowman as a Guest to discuss how to get more patients to say ‘Y... Often times a major difference between a good Dentist and a world-class Dentist is the case presentation skills of the Dentist. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invited his friend Chris Bowman as a Guest to discuss how to get more patients to say ‘Yes’ to your treatment recommendations. In this interview, Gary and Chris […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:05:13 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/how-one-dentist-saved-over-50-on-cad-cam-technology-in-his-practice-with-dr-john-ravera/ Wed, 06 Mar 2019 15:38:42 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5831 The technology we have in dentistry today in nothing short of amazing! And it keeps getting better. It’s a great time to be a Dentist and also a brilliant time to be a dental patient as well. In this Thriving Dentist Show, The technology we have in dentistry today in nothing short of amazing! And it keeps getting better. It’s a great time to be a Dentist and also a brilliant time to be a dental patient as well. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invited his friend and client, Dr. John Ravera as a guest on […] Takacs Learning Center clean 58:54 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/the-less-insurance-dependence-mastermind-with-gary-takacs/ Wed, 27 Feb 2019 17:32:25 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5827 Recently, Gary was interviewed by his good friend Naren Arulrajah for his Growing Dentist podcast. The interview provided such useful information that Gary made the decision to publish this interview here on the Thriving Dentist Show for our listeners.... Recently, Gary was interviewed by his good friend Naren Arulrajah for his Growing Dentist podcast. The interview provided such useful information that Gary made the decision to publish this interview here on the Thriving Dentist Show for our listeners. In this Show, Gary and Naren discuss; Gary’s passion for helping Dentists successfully reduce insurance dependency, […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:10:00 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/life-saving-dental-hygiene-with-tom-larkin-dds/ Wed, 20 Feb 2019 15:59:31 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5825 It is long past due to get serious about diagnosing and treating perio disease! Today we know ever more about the link between oral and systemic health and we have new technology that can help improve specific diagnosis and new technology that will hel... It is long past due to get serious about diagnosing and treating perio disease! Today we know ever more about the link between oral and systemic health and we have new technology that can help improve specific diagnosis and new technology that will help patients understand what is going on with their health. In this […] Takacs Learning Center clean 58:13 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/smiles-at-sea-is-going-to-cuba-with-elijah-desmond/ Wed, 13 Feb 2019 08:00:36 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5822 There are some very cool things happening in the world of Dental CE these days! Gary has long been a fan of combining excellent CE with an incredible experience to make the learning come alive and live in the minds and hearts of those attending. There are some very cool things happening in the world of Dental CE these days! Gary has long been a fan of combining excellent CE with an incredible experience to make the learning come alive and live in the minds and hearts of those attending. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary invited his friend Elijah […] Takacs Learning Center clean 48:10 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/loving-what-you-do-is-the-secret-to-insane-success-with-dr-peyman-raissi/ Wed, 06 Feb 2019 17:54:20 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5820 There are some amazing young Dentists making a positive impact on the Dental Profession! Dr. Peyman Raissi (aka; Peyray) is one of those amazing young Dentists. Gary Invited Peyray as a Guest on the Thriving Dentist Show to share his story. There are some amazing young Dentists making a positive impact on the Dental Profession! Dr. Peyman Raissi (aka; Peyray) is one of those amazing young Dentists. Gary Invited Peyray as a Guest on the Thriving Dentist Show to share his story. In this Show, Gary and Peyray discuss; how Peyray initially started his career as […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:01:24 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/if-your-marketing-strategy-is-spray-and-pray-heres-a-much-more-effective-approach-with-mark-oborn/ Wed, 30 Jan 2019 06:00:29 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5817 Developing a comprehensive marketing strategy to consistently attract quality new patients is a very important system for a Thriving Practice! In this interview, Gary invited his long-time friend, Mark Oborn, Developing a comprehensive marketing strategy to consistently attract quality new patients is a very important system for a Thriving Practice! In this interview, Gary invited his long-time friend, Mark Oborn, as a guest on the podcast to discuss the most effective marketing techniques. Gary considers Mark one of the brightest minds in dentistry on the […] Takacs Learning Center clean 58:13 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/why-i-decided-as-a-mid-career-dentist-to-sell-my-practice-to-a-dso-with-dr-nezar-kassem/ Wed, 23 Jan 2019 08:00:11 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5815 DSO’s (Dental Service Organizations) are the fastest growing segment in dentistry today. It is common today for Dentists to be approached by DSO’s looking to acquire more practices. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invited his friend Dr. DSO’s (Dental Service Organizations) are the fastest growing segment in dentistry today. It is common today for Dentists to be approached by DSO’s looking to acquire more practices. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invited his friend Dr. Nezar Kassem to share his story about why Nezar, as a mid-career Dentist, decided to sell his […] Takacs Learning Center clean 59:20 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/best-strategies-for-paying-off-your-dental-school-loans-as-soon-as-possible-with-mark-johnson/ Wed, 16 Jan 2019 06:00:14 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5807 The cost of a dental school education has risen rapidly and Dentists are graduating with very high levels of student loan debt. To help Dentists develop a successful plan to retire student loans as soon as possible, The cost of a dental school education has risen rapidly and Dentists are graduating with very high levels of student loan debt. To help Dentists develop a successful plan to retire student loans as soon as possible, Gary invited his friend Mark Johnson to be a guest on the Thriving Dentist Show. In this interview […] Takacs Learning Center clean 53:59 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/how-i-attracted-1000-new-patients-in-less-than-3-years-using-instagram-with-dr-brian-baliwas/ Wed, 09 Jan 2019 16:21:48 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5804 There are a number of young Dentists who are really doing some very cool things to advance the dental dental profession. This Thriving Dentist Show interview is with one of those progressive, young Dentists. His name is Dr. There are a number of young Dentists who are really doing some very cool things to advance the dental dental profession. This Thriving Dentist Show interview is with one of those progressive, young Dentists. His name is Dr. Brian Baliwas and he practices in San Francisco. In this Show Gary and Brian discuss; Brian’s story […] Takacs Learning Center clean 57:56 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/health-and-wellness-hacks-to-make-2019-your-healthiest-year-yet-with-dr-uche-odiatu/ Wed, 02 Jan 2019 11:04:44 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5800 Maintaining good health is very important if you are going to achieve your full potential as a dental professional. To begin our 8th year of publishing the Thriving Dentist Show, we decided to feature Dr. Uche Odiatu on Health and Wellness Hacks to mak... Maintaining good health is very important if you are going to achieve your full potential as a dental professional. To begin our 8th year of publishing the Thriving Dentist Show, we decided to feature Dr. Uche Odiatu on Health and Wellness Hacks to make 2019 your healthiest year yet! The health and wellness hacks that […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:02:44 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/training-and-investing-in-developing-your-team-with-laura-hatch/ Wed, 26 Dec 2018 15:32:04 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5797 A high performance team is a requirement if you are going to develop a world-class dental practice. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invited his friend Laura Hatch as a guest to discuss the latest trends on training and investing in developing your ... A high performance team is a requirement if you are going to develop a world-class dental practice. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invited his friend Laura Hatch as a guest to discuss the latest trends on training and investing in developing your team. In this Show Gary and Laura discuss; Laura’s experience with creating […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:00:10 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/lessons-from-competing-in-the-2018-ironman-triathlon-world-championships-with-dr-brett-kessler/ Wed, 19 Dec 2018 15:36:14 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5794 Gary enjoys taking things he learns outside the dental profession and then adapting and applying these concepts to dentistry. This interview with his friend Dr. Brett Kessler is a very good example of this concept. Recently, Gary enjoys taking things he learns outside the dental profession and then adapting and applying these concepts to dentistry. This interview with his friend Dr. Brett Kessler is a very good example of this concept. Recently, Brett competed in the Ironman Triathlon World Championships in Kona, Hawaii! This was the 40th Anniversary competition of the […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:02:39 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/the-indirect-path-to-success-and-the-importance-of-gratitude-with-dr-nikki-green/ Wed, 12 Dec 2018 11:04:51 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5790 Most Dentists will experience some hurdles on their journey to develop a successful practice. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary invited his long-time client and friend Dr. Nikki Green to share her experiences developing a thriving practice. Most Dentists will experience some hurdles on their journey to develop a successful practice. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary invited his long-time client and friend Dr. Nikki Green to share her experiences developing a thriving practice. In this Show, Gary and Nikki discuss; the practice that Nikki purchased and the blessings and challenges that […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:08:58 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/a-fee-for-service-success-story-with-dr-drew-byrnes/ Wed, 05 Dec 2018 14:46:22 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5788 You are likely aware that Gary is passionate about helping Dentists reduce their insurance dependence! In this Thriving Dentist Show interview Gary invited his friend Dr. Drew Byrnes as a Guest to discuss his fee-for-service journey. In this Show, You are likely aware that Gary is passionate about helping Dentists reduce their insurance dependence! In this Thriving Dentist Show interview Gary invited his friend Dr. Drew Byrnes as a Guest to discuss his fee-for-service journey. In this Show, Gary and Drew discuss; Drew’s decision and pathway to own a fee-for-service practice, why buying a […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:04:12 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/lessons-from-the-world-of-high-end-retail-and-from-disney-that-can-be-applied-to-your-practice-with-andre-shirdan/ Wed, 28 Nov 2018 06:00:36 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5785 There are some wonderful lessons we can learn from successful retailers, especially when it comes to helping people want our services. For example, perio disease is quite literally an epidemic in the adult population today, There are some wonderful lessons we can learn from successful retailers, especially when it comes to helping people want our services. For example, perio disease is quite literally an epidemic in the adult population today, yet most dental practices struggle with getting patients to accept the needed treatment. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invited […] Takacs Learning Center clean 56:01 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/can-you-hear-me-now-the-issue-of-hearing-loss-in-the-dental-profession-with-dr-sean-tomalty/ Wed, 21 Nov 2018 11:36:57 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5783 The issue of hearing loss in the dental profession is a important topic. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invited his friend Dr. Sean Tomalty as a Guest to discuss the incidence and causes of hearing loss among Dentists and Team Members and what can... The issue of hearing loss in the dental profession is a important topic. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invited his friend Dr. Sean Tomalty as a Guest to discuss the incidence and causes of hearing loss among Dentists and Team Members and what can be done to reduce the risk. In this interview Gary […] Takacs Learning Center clean 57:10 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/five-things-i-would-do-differently-if-i-started-all-over-on-monday-morning-with-dr-steve-rasner/ Wed, 14 Nov 2018 14:39:46 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5780 Experience is such a wonderful teacher! In fact, experience might be the best teacher. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invited his friend Dr. Steve Rasner to share his thoughts on the 5 specific things he would do differently if he was to start all... Experience is such a wonderful teacher! In fact, experience might be the best teacher. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invited his friend Dr. Steve Rasner to share his thoughts on the 5 specific things he would do differently if he was to start all over again on Monday morning. In this Show, Gary and […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:05:48 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/voices-of-dentistry-2019-podcast-summit-worklife-balance-and-seasons-in-your-career-with-dr-mark-costes/ Wed, 07 Nov 2018 16:47:12 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5778 Mark Costes is one of Gary’s amazing friends in dentistry and he invited Mark as a Guest on the Show for a fun conversation covering a range of topics. In this interview Gary and Mark discuss; the upcoming 2019 Voices of Dentistry Podcast Summit on Jan... Mark Costes is one of Gary’s amazing friends in dentistry and he invited Mark as a Guest on the Show for a fun conversation covering a range of topics. In this interview Gary and Mark discuss; the upcoming 2019 Voices of Dentistry Podcast Summit on January 25-26, 2019 in Scottsdale, AZ, what to look for […] Takacs Learning Center clean 50:42 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/save-lives-by-implementing-airway-dentistry-with-dr-mark-montgomery-and-dee-dee-reid/ Wed, 31 Oct 2018 07:00:41 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5770 In 2017 the ADA mandated that Dentists have responsibilities in the areas of Airway Development and Management, Sleep Related Disordered Breathing, Snoring and Sleep Apnea. To address these responsibilities and so much more, In 2017 the ADA mandated that Dentists have responsibilities in the areas of Airway Development and Management, Sleep Related Disordered Breathing, Snoring and Sleep Apnea. To address these responsibilities and so much more, Gary invited his long-time friends Dr. Mark Montgomery and Dee Dee Reid as Guests on the podcast to share their wisdom and […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:07:08 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/how-to-uplevel-your-practice-with-improved-patient-communication-technology-leadership-analytics-with-josh-weiner/ Wed, 24 Oct 2018 04:01:25 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5767 Gary has a number of Business Mentors in his life and today he has invited one of those Business Mentors, Josh Weiner, as a Guest on the Thriving Dentist Show to share his perspective on how to raise the level of performance in your dental practice via... Gary has a number of Business Mentors in his life and today he has invited one of those Business Mentors, Josh Weiner, as a Guest on the Thriving Dentist Show to share his perspective on how to raise the level of performance in your dental practice via patient communication, technology, leadership and analytics. In this […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:07:22 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/the-best-and-worst-practices-in-practice-transitions-with-rob-montgomery/ Wed, 17 Oct 2018 16:43:13 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5764 Buying a practice is a transaction that many Dentists will experience in their careers. This is one transaction when you want to get it right the first time! In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invited his friend Rob Montgomery as a Guest to share what... Buying a practice is a transaction that many Dentists will experience in their careers. This is one transaction when you want to get it right the first time! In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invited his friend Rob Montgomery as a Guest to share what he has learned in over 23 years of experience successfully […] Takacs Learning Center clean 58:01 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/the-10000-a-day-dentist-with-dr-bill-williams/ Wed, 10 Oct 2018 04:20:24 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5761 Rising practice overhead is severely impacting many dental practices today. While there are many reasons why overhead continues to escalate out of control for many Dentists, one important reason why overhead is so high is that many Dentists are not pro... Rising practice overhead is severely impacting many dental practices today. While there are many reasons why overhead continues to escalate out of control for many Dentists, one important reason why overhead is so high is that many Dentists are not producing enough to offset their fixed expenses. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his […] Takacs Learning Center clean 55:49 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/busting-loose-from-insurance-dependence-with-gary-takacs/ Wed, 03 Oct 2018 06:57:44 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5758 In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary shares his experience of radically reducing insurance dependence in his own practice in Phoenix, AZ. Of all the strategic decisions that Gary, Dr. Nielson and Dr. Schmidt have made in their practice, In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary shares his experience of radically reducing insurance dependence in his own practice in Phoenix, AZ. Of all the strategic decisions that Gary, Dr. Nielson and Dr. Schmidt have made in their practice, the single most important decision was to reduce insurance dependency. In this podcast, Gary discusses; Why they […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:01:23 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/the-dental-connection-to-the-opioid-crisis-with-leslie-fang-md/ Wed, 26 Sep 2018 07:00:58 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5756 The misuse of and addiction to opioids (including prescription pain relievers, heroin and synthetic opioids such as fentanyl) is a serious crisis. Each day, 115 Americans die after overdosing on opioids. This is a public health crisis with major conseq... The misuse of and addiction to opioids (including prescription pain relievers, heroin and synthetic opioids such as fentanyl) is a serious crisis. Each day, 115 Americans die after overdosing on opioids. This is a public health crisis with major consequences. To discuss the dental connection to the opioid crisis, Gary invited his friend, Leslie Fang […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:08:33 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/introducing-dentistry-com-a-noble-project-to-get-more-people-to-visit-the-dentist-with-brian-mccarthy/ Wed, 19 Sep 2018 15:48:19 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5753 Getting patients to visit the Dentist is a topic that Gary is passionate about! The truth is, despite all the amazing advances in dentistry, we are not doing so great on getting more people to visit the Dentist. Getting patients to visit the Dentist is a topic that Gary is passionate about! The truth is, despite all the amazing advances in dentistry, we are not doing so great on getting more people to visit the Dentist. The ADA has been tracking this data for almost 60 years now and the sad reality is […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:01:15 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/how-dr-anissa-holmes-built-a-world-class-practice-in-jamaica-with-facebook-marketing/ Wed, 12 Sep 2018 07:35:47 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5751 Dr. Anissa Holmes has developed and grown the premier dental practice in Jamaica via digital marketing and specifically through the strategic use of Facebook Marketing. In this information-packed interview Gary and Anissa discuss; Exactly how Anissa ge... Dr. Anissa Holmes has developed and grown the premier dental practice in Jamaica via digital marketing and specifically through the strategic use of Facebook Marketing. In this information-packed interview Gary and Anissa discuss; Exactly how Anissa gets over 50 new patients each month via Facebook Marketing with less than a $500 month budget, how to craft your […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:06:32 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/how-to-collect-everything-you-produce-and-do-so-in-a-patient-friendly-manner-with-andy-cleveland/ Wed, 05 Sep 2018 18:50:07 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5748 Developing a successful payment system in your practice is very important in a Thriving dental practice. It can be extremely frustrating to do dentistry and not get paid! In this Show Gary invited his friend Andy Cleveland to discuss how to master paym... Developing a successful payment system in your practice is very important in a Thriving dental practice. It can be extremely frustrating to do dentistry and not get paid! In this Show Gary invited his friend Andy Cleveland to discuss how to master payment success in your practice. In this interview Gary and Andy discuss; How […] Takacs Learning Center clean 58:50 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/do-data-like-the-big-guys-with-weston-lunsford/ Wed, 29 Aug 2018 21:01:46 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5745 Knowing your practice data is a requirement to develop a thriving practice today. To share some actionable information about your practice data, Gary invited his friend Weston Lunsford as a Guest on this Thriving Dentist Show. Knowing your practice data is a requirement to develop a thriving practice today. To share some actionable information about your practice data, Gary invited his friend Weston Lunsford as a Guest on this Thriving Dentist Show. In this Show Gary and Weston discuss; A formula for practice growth, the fact that 11 practices in the […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:01:08 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/how-a-community-of-like-minded-dental-professionals-will-lead-you-to-greater-success-with-dr-paul-goodman/ Wed, 22 Aug 2018 12:25:02 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5742 In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary invited his friend Dr. Paul Goodman as a guest to discuss the importance of developing your own community of like-minded colleagues for support and encouragement. Many Dentists experience isolation in their careers an... In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary invited his friend Dr. Paul Goodman as a guest to discuss the importance of developing your own community of like-minded colleagues for support and encouragement. Many Dentists experience isolation in their careers and a supportive community of colleagues can make a big difference in the satisfaction you experience as […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:03:59 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/living-the-dream-of-practice-ownership-with-dr-david-stern/ Wed, 15 Aug 2018 19:31:48 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5739 If you know anything about Gary, you know that he is passionate about entrepreneurship in dentistry and it is his strong belief that owning your own practice is the best possible career path! To share a success story about one young Dentist’s path to p... If you know anything about Gary, you know that he is passionate about entrepreneurship in dentistry and it is his strong belief that owning your own practice is the best possible career path! To share a success story about one young Dentist’s path to practice ownership, Gary invited Dr. David Stern as a guest on […] Takacs Learning Center clean 53:43 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/training-your-dental-assistants-to-their-full-potential-with-mary-beth-bajornas-and-missy-fryer/ Wed, 08 Aug 2018 17:58:31 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5735 Dental Assistants are such an important part of a thriving dental practice! In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary invited his friends, Mary Beth Bajornas and Missy Fryer to talk about how to train your dental assistants to their full potential. Dental Assistants are such an important part of a thriving dental practice! In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary invited his friends, Mary Beth Bajornas and Missy Fryer to talk about how to train your dental assistants to their full potential. In this Show, Gary, Mary Beth and Missy discuss; how the role of your dental […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:07:09 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/lessons-from-a-successful-large-private-group-practice-with-stacy-aldmeyer/ Wed, 01 Aug 2018 11:24:19 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5731 There are many successful practice models today in dentistry including solo private practice, multi-office DSO group and large single location practice to name three successful models. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary invited his friend Stacy Aldmeye... There are many successful practice models today in dentistry including solo private practice, multi-office DSO group and large single location practice to name three successful models. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary invited his friend Stacy Aldmeyer to talk about lessons from a successful large private group practice. Stacy is the COO of Family First […] Takacs Learning Center clean 57:37 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/hiring-right-with-heidi-mount/ Wed, 25 Jul 2018 07:00:46 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5728 Assembling a high performance Team is one of your most important responsibilities. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invited his friend Heidi Mount to share some valuable tips on how to hire the right team to support your practice vision. Assembling a high performance Team is one of your most important responsibilities. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invited his friend Heidi Mount to share some valuable tips on how to hire the right team to support your practice vision. In this Show Gary and Heidi discuss; important ‘big picture’ tips regarding hiring the right […] Takacs Learning Center clean 57:12 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/social-media-marketing-wisdom-with-jack-hadley/ Wed, 18 Jul 2018 18:00:45 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5726 Social Media Marketing is a very effective way of attracting more quality new patients to your practice. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary interviews his friend Jack Hadley to discuss how to effectively use Social Media as part of your comprehensive m... Social Media Marketing is a very effective way of attracting more quality new patients to your practice. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary interviews his friend Jack Hadley to discuss how to effectively use Social Media as part of your comprehensive marketing plan. In this Show Gary and Jack discuss; The proper mindset behind effective […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:03:57 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/can-artificial-intelligence-put-more-patients-in-your-chair-with-amol-nirgudkar/ Wed, 11 Jul 2018 18:08:08 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5723 If you are a regular listener to the Thriving Dentist Show you know that Gary is a full-fledged Geek! He loves technology and how you can use technology in your practice to enhance the patient experience and improve your practice. If you are a regular listener to the Thriving Dentist Show you know that Gary is a full-fledged Geek! He loves technology and how you can use technology in your practice to enhance the patient experience and improve your practice. Gary invited his friend Amol Nirgudkar as a guest in this Show to discuss applications […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:08:48 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/how-the-metaphor-of-the-last-pistachio-can-radically-improve-the-patient-experience-in-your-dental-practice-with-fred-joyal/ Wed, 04 Jul 2018 23:45:35 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5721 This is a fun and insightful interview with Gary’s long time friend, Fred Joyal. In this interview Gary and Fred discuss; What Fred has learned from spending over $500 Million in advertising to encourage patients to go to the Dentist, This is a fun and insightful interview with Gary’s long time friend, Fred Joyal. In this interview Gary and Fred discuss; What Fred has learned from spending over $500 Million in advertising to encourage patients to go to the Dentist, Some great tips from Fred’s two books; Everything is Marketing and Becoming Remarkable, the concept […] Takacs Learning Center clean 57:02 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/future-proof-your-practice-by-adding-medically-necessary-dentistry-to-your-treatment-mix-with-patrick-kircher/ Wed, 27 Jun 2018 05:55:15 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5718 There are many patients who suffer from a variety of medical issues that originate from improper and unbalanced forces in the mouth. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary interviews his friend Patrick Kircher on the topic of Medically Necessary Dentistry ... There are many patients who suffer from a variety of medical issues that originate from improper and unbalanced forces in the mouth. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary interviews his friend Patrick Kircher on the topic of Medically Necessary Dentistry and how these serves can be successfully added to your practice. In this interview, Gary […] Takacs Learning Center clean 55:49 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/one-dentists-story-of-adversity-and-how-he-overcame-these-challenges-with-dr-brian-toorani/ Wed, 20 Jun 2018 05:00:14 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5716 The truth is that we are all likely to face many challenges in our lives. Dr. Brian Toorani is a long-time friend of Gary’s and he has experienced many challenges in his personal and professional life. Gary invited Brian to be a Guest on the Thriving D... The truth is that we are all likely to face many challenges in our lives. Dr. Brian Toorani is a long-time friend of Gary’s and he has experienced many challenges in his personal and professional life. Gary invited Brian to be a Guest on the Thriving Dentist Show to share his experiences with the hope […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:00:08 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/how-to-create-a-state-of-the-art-prevention-program-in-your-practice-with-trisha-ohehir-rdh/ Wed, 13 Jun 2018 06:11:44 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5713 Prevention is a topic that we can all support. In this interview, Gary invited his friend Trisha O’hehir RDH on the Thriving Dentist Show to discuss state-of-the-art prevention in the dental office today. In this enlightening interview, Prevention is a topic that we can all support. In this interview, Gary invited his friend Trisha O’hehir RDH on the Thriving Dentist Show to discuss state-of-the-art prevention in the dental office today. In this enlightening interview, Gary and Trisha discuss; a great definition of prevention in dentistry, why teaching prevention is such a powerful […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:04:12 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/four-perspectives-on-the-future-of-private-practice-dentistry-with-debra-englehardt-nash-dr-ross-nash-and-dr-roy-shelburne/ Wed, 06 Jun 2018 07:00:39 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5711 Gary had an opportunity to interview three of his dear friends as a live interview on the Smiles at Sea Alaska Cruise. This is a fun and enlightening interview with Debra Nash, Dr. Ross Nash and Dr. Roy Shelburne. Gary had an opportunity to interview three of his dear friends as a live interview on the Smiles at Sea Alaska Cruise. This is a fun and enlightening interview with Debra Nash, Dr. Ross Nash and Dr. Roy Shelburne. The collective experience of this group (151 years!) is amazing and there are SO many great […] Takacs Learning Center clean 56:48 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/a-system-to-successfully-reactivate-past-due-hygiene-patients-with-cory-pinegar/ Wed, 30 May 2018 08:00:20 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5708 Every dental practice has the experience of patients that are overdue for their hygiene appointment. This is one of the most pressing practice management problems that Dentists face today. To present some practical solutions to this challenge, Every dental practice has the experience of patients that are overdue for their hygiene appointment. This is one of the most pressing practice management problems that Dentists face today. To present some practical solutions to this challenge, Gary invited his friend Cory Pinegar to discuss a great system to reactivate past due hygiene patients. Gary […] Takacs Learning Center clean 58:51 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/communication-and-image-master-class-how-to-help-your-patients-feel-good-about-themselves-in-our-presence-with-janice-hurley/ Wed, 23 May 2018 07:13:55 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5706 Image and Communication are so very important in a Thriving practice. Gary invited his friend Janice Hurley as a Guest on this Thriving Dentist Show to provide a communication and image Master Class with the focus on how to help your patients feel good... Image and Communication are so very important in a Thriving practice. Gary invited his friend Janice Hurley as a Guest on this Thriving Dentist Show to provide a communication and image Master Class with the focus on how to help your patients feel good about themselves in our presence. When your patients feel good about […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:00:39 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/how-to-successfully-get-started-with-dental-implants-in-your-practice-with-dr-philip-gordon/ Wed, 16 May 2018 09:00:07 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5703 In a recent study it was reported that 76% of Adults over age 35 were missing at least one tooth (independent of 3rd molars) and 22% of Adults of age 60 were completely edentulous. Dental Implants represent a great way to help these patients restore th... In a recent study it was reported that 76% of Adults over age 35 were missing at least one tooth (independent of 3rd molars) and 22% of Adults of age 60 were completely edentulous. Dental Implants represent a great way to help these patients restore their dental health. Yet, the process of getting started placing […] Takacs Learning Center clean 55:21 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/breakthrough-new-technology-for-your-office-phone-system-with-brandon-rodman/ Wed, 09 May 2018 16:16:35 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5700 You have likely heard Gary say that it is his opinion that the telephone is the single most important piece of equipment in the dental office. The reason for this is that the phone is the conduit through which most patients flow into your office. You have likely heard Gary say that it is his opinion that the telephone is the single most important piece of equipment in the dental office. The reason for this is that the phone is the conduit through which most patients flow into your office. Frankly, telephone technology has not changed much over the last […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:03:13 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/digital-continuing-education-tools-for-dental-professionals-with-john-stamper/ Wed, 02 May 2018 06:03:39 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5695 Text the word Busting to 33444 to be notified when ‘Busting Loose from Insurance Dependence’ is available. The world of Dental CE is changing rapidly. Not so long ago the only real way for Dental Professionals to earn CE Credits was to attend Dental Co... Text the word Busting to 33444 to be notified when ‘Busting Loose from Insurance Dependence’ is available. The world of Dental CE is changing rapidly. Not so long ago the only real way for Dental Professionals to earn CE Credits was to attend Dental Conferences. Today there are many other formats for Dentists to engage […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:02:54 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/news-flash-make-a-monthly-payment-for-big-cases-look-more-like-a-car-payment-than-a-house-payment-and-youll-do-more-big-cases-with-dave-roehr/ Wed, 25 Apr 2018 18:56:37 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5691 Busting Loose from Insurance Dependency http://ThrivingDentist.com/free Let’s face reality. After you have presented your treatment plan to your patient, often the first words that come out of their mouth are ‘How Much? Busting Loose from Insurance Dependency http://ThrivingDentist.com/free Let’s face reality. After you have presented your treatment plan to your patient, often the first words that come out of their mouth are ‘How Much?” We all wished that patients asked you brilliant clinical questions or had a deep interest in the materials that you will use, but […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:08:36 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/the-psychology-of-marketing-part-2-with-naren-arulrajah/ Wed, 18 Apr 2018 04:32:55 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5688 This Thriving Dentist Show interview is about the Psychology of Marketing Part 2. Robert Cialdini is recognized by many authorities to be an absolutely brilliant marketing mind! His book, Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion is a New York Times best... This Thriving Dentist Show interview is about the Psychology of Marketing Part 2. Robert Cialdini is recognized by many authorities to be an absolutely brilliant marketing mind! His book, Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion is a New York Times best seller and Fortune lists it as one of the ’75 Smartest Business Books’. Naren Arulrajah […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:07:14 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/the-benefits-of-creating-your-own-in-office-membership-plan-with-jordon-comstock/ Wed, 11 Apr 2018 07:00:32 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5685 If you are a regular listener to the Thriving Dentist Show you know that Gary is an advocate of reducing insurance dependency in your practice. For this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invited his friend Jordon Comstock as a guest to discuss how an in-offi... If you are a regular listener to the Thriving Dentist Show you know that Gary is an advocate of reducing insurance dependency in your practice. For this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invited his friend Jordon Comstock as a guest to discuss how an in-office membership plan can help you develop a thriving practice. In this […] Takacs Learning Center clean 51:40 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/the-power-of-creating-your-practice-philosophy-with-dr-paul-henny/ Wed, 04 Apr 2018 17:40:39 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5683 Intention is a very important element of developing a thriving practice. Determining what your practice stands for can provide the ‘compass points’ that will lead you to develop your ideal practice. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary invited his friend... Intention is a very important element of developing a thriving practice. Determining what your practice stands for can provide the ‘compass points’ that will lead you to develop your ideal practice. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary invited his friend, Dr Paul Henny to share his thoughts about the importance of creating your practice philosophy. […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:05:09 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/the-smile-virtual-consult-a-powerful-strategy-to-attract-more-cosmetic-cases-with-dr-brian-harris/ Wed, 28 Mar 2018 04:40:30 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5680 The digital world that we all live in today is transforming the way consumers think and act. Today you can order almost anything you can think of online and have it delivered to your doorstep the next day. Gary invited his long time friend Dr. The digital world that we all live in today is transforming the way consumers think and act. Today you can order almost anything you can think of online and have it delivered to your doorstep the next day. Gary invited his long time friend Dr. Brian Harris on the Thriving Dentist Show as a guest […] Takacs Learning Center clean 48:27 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/how-to-use-market-intelligence-to-attract-your-ideal-new-patients-with-forrest-wiederman/ Wed, 21 Mar 2018 05:09:06 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5676 Marketing is such an important aspect of developing a thriving dental practice today! There is a marketing revolution going on in dentistry today and it’s very important to keep up with the tools and resources that allow you to attract your ideal new p... Marketing is such an important aspect of developing a thriving dental practice today! There is a marketing revolution going on in dentistry today and it’s very important to keep up with the tools and resources that allow you to attract your ideal new patients. Market Intelligence is one of those tools. To help you understand […] Takacs Learning Center clean 58:03 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/dental-everything-all-in-one-app-with-dr-jim-arnold/ Wed, 14 Mar 2018 07:00:10 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5673 This truly is 'The Information Age'! That label is especially true in dentistry where the amount of information and knowledge is growing exponentially. It can be a real challenge to keep up with all the cool new dental information! This truly is 'The Information Age'! That label is especially true in dentistry where the amount of information and knowledge is growing exponentially. It can be a real challenge to keep up with all the cool new dental information! In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary invited his friend Dr. Jim Arnold as a guest to discuss a powerful new app to help Dentists stay informed. In this Show, Gary and Jim discuss; Jim's background as a practicing Dentist and Educator, Jim's experience as the owner of two dental practices, what led Jim to co-develop the SWYP Dental app, content aggregation and how to literally create your own person dental news feed, the importance of community and how SWYP Dental creates a powerful dental community, the benefits that Jim has experienced by partnering with Elite Dental Partners, Jim's athletic background and how that has helped him in his professional career and the interview concludes with Jim sharing his insights for has long term vision for the future. <br /> <br /> <br /> Website for SWYP: <br /> http://www.SWYPDental.com<br /> <br /> You can download the SWYPDental app from the Apple app store for iPhones or from Google Play for android smart phones<br /> <br /> Jim's email address: <br /> drarnold@smilesbyarnold.com<br /> <br /> Website for Elite Dental Partners: <br /> http://www.elitedentalpartners.com Takacs Learning Center clean 55:09 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/proven-ways-to-add-more-high-value-dental-cases-to-your-practice-with-elijah-desmond/ Wed, 07 Mar 2018 06:49:16 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5670 Dentistry is such an amazing profession because you get the opportunity to change people's lives! Services like dental implants, cosmetic dentistry, sedation dentistry and complex restorative dentistry can quite literally change someone's life. Dentistry is such an amazing profession because you get the opportunity to change people's lives! Services like dental implants, cosmetic dentistry, sedation dentistry and complex restorative dentistry can quite literally change someone's life. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invited his friend Elijah Desmond to talk about how to add more high value cases to your dental practice. In this Show Gary and Elijah discuss; why marketing dental implants is the gateway to doing more high value cases, Elijah's data on why Google ads and Facebook ads have proven to be the most effective digital marketing channels, strategies to track your marketing results including a formula to measure your ROI, the 3 types of dental practices including the benefits and limitations of each type, two specific case studies showing one campaign that worked very well and another case study of a marketing fail and why this particular campaign failed. In this Show, Gary and Elijah also talk about the upcoming Smiles at Sea Alaska Cruise May 20-27 where Gary will be a featured speaker.<br /> <br /> <br /> Elijah's website: <br /> http://www.drivendentalmarketing.com<br /> <br /> Elijah's email address: <br /> elijah@drivendentalmarketing.com<br /> <br /> Link to Dental Intel to receive a Free Practice Snapshot to see how your office performs in the most important Key Performance Indicators (KPI's)<br /> http://www.dentalintel.com/takacs/ <br /> <br /> <br /> Alaska with Gary Takacs cruise link: <br /> http://smilesatsea.info/alaska-05-2018/<br /> <br /> The Implant Unlimited cruise to Cuba with Dr. Arun Garg link: <br /> http://www.drivendentalmarketing.com/cruise<br /> <br /> September Team Cruise with Dr. Paul Homoly and others: <br /> http://smilesatsea.info/cozumel-sep-2018/ Takacs Learning Center clean 1:00:45 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/live-dental-conferences-are-not-dead-with-steve-parker/ Wed, 28 Feb 2018 05:41:49 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5667 Dental CE is changing today! There are many new formats that Dentists can use today to consume continuing education including digital courses, webinars, journal articles and virtual events among other options. Dental CE is changing today! There are many new formats that Dentists can use today to consume continuing education including digital courses, webinars, journal articles and virtual events among other options. While these new formats are convent and efficient there still is a place for live Conferences. Gary invited his friend Steve Parker on the […] Takacs Learning Center clean 55:53 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/the-latest-advances-in-regenerative-dentistry-stem-cell-research-the-future-of-dentistry-with-dr-vitor-neves/ Wed, 21 Feb 2018 06:44:19 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5658 The advances that are happening in dentistry are nothing short of amazing! We are able to help patients in ways that simply were not possible even just a few years ago, and the future gets even more amazing. The advances that are happening in dentistry are nothing short of amazing! We are able to help patients in ways that simply were not possible even just a few years ago, and the future gets even more amazing. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary invited his friend, Dr. Vitor Neves to share the latest research on regenerative dentistry, stem cell research and the future of dentistry. Vitor is a qualified Dentist in the UK and Brazil and is completing his PhD in regenerative dentistry at King's College London. In this Show Gary and Vitor discuss; Vitor's background including his influence from both his Mother and Father who are Dentists in Brazil, the latest stem cell research demonstrating how stem cells in dental pulp can be modulated to increase dentin repair, how research will eventually result in knowledge that can be applied in practice, a path to follow for those interested in a career in research, the current state of regenerative dentistry and where these advances are likely headed and throughout the interview Vitor shares his perspective on the future of dentistry and what our amazing profession might look like in the next 25-50 years. Spoiler alert; Vitor shares his optimistic perspective that the future of dentistry will just keep getting better! If you like science, you will LOVE this interview.<br /> <br /> <br /> Vitor's website: <br /> http://www.drvitorneves.com<br /> <br /> Vitor's email address: <br /> dr.nevesvitor@gmail.com<br /> <br /> Connect with Vitor on LinkedIn: <br /> https://www.linkedin.com/in/v%C3%ADtor-c-m-neves-5aba5557/ Takacs Learning Center clean 58:47 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/how-to-lead-with-impact-with-manley-feinberg/ Wed, 14 Feb 2018 17:11:47 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5655 Gary gets the opportunity to meet many speakers at Conferences where he is speaking throughout the year. This past year Gary met Manley Feinberg, the Keynote Speaker for the Speaking Consulting Network Conference. Manly is Speaker, Business Leader, Gary gets the opportunity to meet many speakers at Conferences where he is speaking throughout the year. This past year Gary met Manley Feinberg, the Keynote Speaker for the Speaking Consulting Network Conference. Manly is Speaker, Business Leader, Author and world-class Mountain Climber. He uses his experiences as a climber to provide leadership lessons. Manley's presentation at SCN was absolutely amazing and Gary knew that the listeners to the Thriving Dentist Show would benefit greatly from Manley's lessons on how to lead with impact! In this Show Gary and Manley discuss: The content in Manley's best selling book; Reach Your Next Summit! 9 Vertical Lessons for Leading with Impact, how to decide if your project is worth it, how to convert insight into action, the powerful concept of how visibility drives velocity, why you need a group of people to connect with on a regular basis, why it is so important to surround yourself with incredible partners and things to think about when leaving your legacy. You will thoroughly enjoy this interview and the stories and lessons provided by Manley!<br /> <br /> <br /> Manley's website: <br /> http://www.verticallessons.com<br /> <br /> Amazon Link for Manley's Book; <br /> Reaching Your Next Summit! 9 Vertical Lessons for Leading with Impact https://www.amazon.com/dp/1941870686/<br /> <br /> <br /> Link to connect with Manley on LinkedIn <br /> https://www.linkedin.com/in/manleyf/ Takacs Learning Center clean 1:14:24 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/the-psychology-of-marketing-with-naren-arulrajah/ Wed, 07 Feb 2018 15:20:21 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5648 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 60 minutes This Thriving Dentist interview is all about the psychology of marketing. Robert Cialdini is considered by many experts to be the one of the greatest marketing authorities of... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 60 minutes This Thriving Dentist interview is all about the psychology of marketing. Robert Cialdini is considered by many experts to be the one of the greatest marketing authorities of all time. He has written two New York Times best selling books; Influence: The Psychology […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:00:32 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/sedation-dentistry-as-an-excellent-practice-builder-with-dr-michael-silverman/ Wed, 31 Jan 2018 10:00:54 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5645 The reality is that many patients experience fear or apprehension when it comes to visiting the Dentist. Recent studies reported that 49% of the adult population in the U.S. put off a visit to the Dentist because of fear and 22% of the adults in the U.... The reality is that many patients experience fear or apprehension when it comes to visiting the Dentist. Recent studies reported that 49% of the adult population in the U.S. put off a visit to the Dentist because of fear and 22% of the adults in the U.S. won't visit the Dentist at all because of fear. To help you successfully incorporate sedation dentistry into your practice Gary invited his friend Dr. Michael Silverman on the Thriving Dentist Show. In this interview, Gary and Michael discuss; The current State of the Sedation Union today, current ADA guidelines and state regulations governing sedation dentistry, the demand for sedation dentistry by patients, great tips for Dentists to make sedation part of their practice or a bigger part of their practice, training and safety measures, the concept of the IV sedation permit as your 'forever permit', support available from DOCS Education and Michael's forecast for the future of sedation dentistry.<br /> <br /> <br /> Michael's website: <br /> http://www.docseducation.com<br /> <br /> Michael's email address: <br /> drmds@docseducation.com<br /> <br /> Link to receive two month's free membership to DOCS Education Membership: https://docseducation.com/cart <br /> Enter Thriving in the coupon code to receive your two month's free membership Takacs Learning Center clean 1:02:44 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/the-role-of-legacy-purpose-and-passion-in-a-thriving-practice-with-gary-takacs/ Wed, 24 Jan 2018 15:21:36 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5635 This Thriving Dentist Show is a very personal show for Gary. In this episode, Gary announces the Launch of the Thriving Practice Academy. Topics covered include; The back story to the creation of the Thriving Practice Academy, This Thriving Dentist Show is a very personal show for Gary. In this episode, Gary announces the Launch of the Thriving Practice Academy. Topics covered include; The back story to the creation of the Thriving Practice Academy, Gary's perspective that now is an amazing time to be a Dentist, the three specific events that caused Gary to reflect on how he wants to spend the next 10-15 years of his career, the role of Legacy in your practice, how Gary's LifeSmiles dental practice serves as a 'test kitchen' to test concepts that can be applied to help you develop a thriving practice, 6 very specific goals to embrace in a thriving practice, why a systems-based practice is the best possible foundation, tips to create accountability in your practice and the importance of maintaining an effective work/life balance. <br /> <br /> <br /> Link to the Led Zeppelin Stairway to Heaven Tribute Performance:<br /> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2u-PjvRyr0I<br /> <br /> <br /> To schedule a complimentary call with Gary, send an email with Thriving Practice Academy in the Subject line to:<br /> gary@thrivingpracticeacademy.com<br /> Takacs Learning Center clean 47:37 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/everything-dentists-need-to-know-about-the-latest-tax-reform-bill-with-robby-apple-cpa/ Wed, 17 Jan 2018 10:00:21 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5630 In December 2017 Congress released the latest Tax Reform Bill providing the most sweeping changes in the tax code in over 30 years. Gary invited his friend Robby Apple CPA to discuss the details in the latest tax reform bill and specifically how these ... In December 2017 Congress released the latest Tax Reform Bill providing the most sweeping changes in the tax code in over 30 years. Gary invited his friend Robby Apple CPA to discuss the details in the latest tax reform bill and specifically how these changes will affect you. Gary deliberately chose Robby for this interview because he is an authority on the topic and he has a great way of making this information both educational and interesting! In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary and Robby discuss; The Academy of Dental CPA's (ADCPA) and how they serve their Dentist clients, Robby's perspective that there is considerable good news for Dentists in the tax reform bill, how the bill may stimulate the economy and positively impact dental practices, the 7 specific changes that might affect most Dentists, why you might want to change your business structure because of the new tax bill, changes or elimination of deductions in the tax bill, details that did not change and common misperceptions about the tax reform bill. As a service to listeners of the Thriving Dentist Show, Robby has provided a set of detailed notes covering our interview available as a pdf document. To receive these valuable notes click Here.<br /> <br /> <br /> Website for the Academy of Dental CPA's <br /> http://www.adcpa.org<br /> <br /> Robby's website <br /> http://www.agdentalcpas.com <br /> <br /> To receive a free copy of Robby's notes detailing the changes in the new tax reform bill, <br /> https://uq256-3bf6b4.pages.infusionsoft.net Takacs Learning Center clean 1:03:19 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/financial-freedom-is-achievable-for-dentists-but-you-must-know-the-rules-of-the-game-with-josh-robbins-and-tom-zgainer/ Wed, 10 Jan 2018 10:00:26 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5621 Gary defines Financial Freedom as the day when you can go to work because you want to, not because you have to. Despite having a very attractive annual income, most Dentists struggle with achieving Financial Freedom. Gary defines Financial Freedom as the day when you can go to work because you want to, not because you have to. Despite having a very attractive annual income, most Dentists struggle with achieving Financial Freedom. A recent study reported that only 3% of the Dentists in the US could retire at age 65 without reducing their lifestyle. Gary Invited his friends Josh Robbins and Tom Zgainer to provide great tips on how Dentists can achieve Financial Freedom. In this Show, Gary, Josh and Tom discuss; The retirement tools that Dentists can use at every stage of their career to achieve Financial Freedom, how to determine an appropriate savings rate at various stages of your career, how most Dentists are being adversely effected by high investment-related fees that are eroding your Net Worth, how to discover if you are over paying investment-related fees, how a properly designed 401K plan can be a powerful tool for you to achieve Financial Freedom and throughout the interview Josh and Tom share great, actionable information from Tony Robbins book titled Unshakeable. This powerful book is a #1 New York Times Best Seller filled with information that will help you achieve Financial Freedom.<br /> <br /> <br /> To receive a FREE copy of the book; Unshakeable written by Tony Robbins: <br /> http://www.uncovermyfees.com<br /> <br /> Takacs Learning Center clean 1:01:23 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/4-specific-tips-to-stack-the-health-and-fitness-deck-in-your-favor-in-2018-with-dr-uche-odiatu/ Wed, 03 Jan 2018 10:00:51 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5617 Our goal for the Thriving Dentist Show is to provide information that will help you develop a dental practice that provides personal, professional and financial satisfaction! We want you to have it all and at the top of that list is to experience good ... Our goal for the Thriving Dentist Show is to provide information that will help you develop a dental practice that provides personal, professional and financial satisfaction! We want you to have it all and at the top of that list is to experience good health and fitness. To kick off our 7th year producing the Thriving Dentist Show podcast, Gary invited his inspirational friend Dr. Uche Odiatu to share some tips that will stack the health and fitness deck in your favor. In this Show Gary and Uche discuss; Why hard driving achievers need to focus on health and wellness, common diet myths that are just plain wrong, why 'sleep hygiene' should be a top health & wellness goal, the mind/gut connection and the importance of the migrating motor complex, why the proper amount of sleep is so important to achieve peak performance, the bio-hack benefits of orange glasses before bedtime, why High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) is the answer for people who don't have time for long duration cardio workouts and throughout the interview Uche shares a wealth of information designed to help you make 2018 your healthiest year yet!<br /> <br /> <br /> Books written by Dr. Uche Odiatu and Kary Odiatu: <br /> <br /> The Miracle of Health <br /> https://www.amazon.com/Miracle-Health-Solutions-Extraordinary-Results/dp/0470156619/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1514920509&sr=8-1-fkmr0&keywords=Books+by+Dr+Uche+Odiatu<br /> <br /> Fit for the Love of it <br /> https://www.amazon.com/Fit-Love-Uche-Odiatu/dp/0968825818/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1514920509&sr=8-2-fkmr0&keywords=Books+by+Dr+Uche+Odiatu<br /> <br /> <br /> Connect with Uche on Facebook: <br /> https://www.facebook.com/odiatu<br /> <br /> Connect with Uche on Twitter: <br /> https://twitter.com/Fitspeakers<br /> Takacs Learning Center clean 1:03:45 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/how-to-embrace-a-culture-of-celebration-in-your-dental-practice-with-theresa-narantic/ Wed, 27 Dec 2017 10:00:27 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5614 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 57 minutes Let’s face it, as much as we all love the dental profession the truth is many people do not look at a visit to the Dentist as one of their favorite things! Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 57 minutes Let’s face it, as much as we all love the dental profession the truth is many people do not look at a visit to the Dentist as one of their favorite things! In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary invited his friend Theresa Narantic […] Takacs Learning Center clean 57:11 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/this-is-an-amazing-time-to-be-a-dentist-with-dr-brad-smith/ Wed, 20 Dec 2017 10:00:43 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5611 This is a very special episode of the Thriving Dentist Show. Many of our listeners know that Gary teaches at Midwestern University School of Dental Medicine on Mondays where he teaches Practice Management and the 'People' side of dentistry. This is a very special episode of the Thriving Dentist Show. Many of our listeners know that Gary teaches at Midwestern University School of Dental Medicine on Mondays where he teaches Practice Management and the 'People' side of dentistry. In this Show Gary interviews his Dean, Dr. Brad Smith on why this is truly an amazing time to be a Dentist. In the interview Gary and Brad discuss: Why 'Dentist' was voted the #1 Job in the most recent 'Top Jobs' report in US News and World Report, how dentistry has changed in the last 10 years since Brad left private practice, the amazing new technologies that make dentistry fun for Dentists and beneficial for patients, how Brad and his Team at Midwestern University teach technology and how these advances can help any Dentist master new technology, why it's important for Dentists to have a positive attitude and an abundance mindset, how Dental Students can make the most of their Dental School experience and the interview concludes with an inspiring discussion about the Dental Clinic that Midwestern University built in Tonga to serve those in need in the South Pacific. Brad is one of Gary's Mentors and you will appreciate his perspective on our amazing profession!<br /> <br /> Website for Midwestern University School of Dental Medicine:<br /> https://www.midwestern.edu/programs_and_admission/az_dental_medicine.html Takacs Learning Center clean 1:05:22 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/everything-you-need-to-know-about-branding-with-grace-rizza/ Wed, 13 Dec 2017 10:00:25 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5607 Creating a positive brand is a very important part of your marketing success. Branding in the dental profession is about creating an image and recognition for your your practice. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary invited his friend Grace Rizza to disc... Creating a positive brand is a very important part of your marketing success. Branding in the dental profession is about creating an image and recognition for your your practice. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary invited his friend Grace Rizza to discuss all things related to developing a positive brand for your practice. Through her innovative work, Grace has come to be recognized as THE marking authority in the dental profession. In this Show Gary and Grace discuss; a great definition of 'branding', the concept of branding as the cornerstone of your marketing reputation, why successful branding is so much more than just creating a logo, how marketing has evolved into a noble activity, the concept of embracing marketing as a responsibility, the psychology of color in your marketing and how certain colors evoke specific emotions and throughout the interview Grace shares great case studies of successful branding and how it enhances marketing results.<br /> <br /> <br /> Grace's website: <br /> http://www.identitydental.com<br /> <br /> Link to join Grace's Facebook Group (The Dental Marketing Forum by Grace Rizza):<br /> https://www.facebook.com/groups/681653952009257/ Takacs Learning Center clean 53:56 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/the-specific-reasons-why-dentists-retire-5-years-later-than-the-average-american-with-reese-harper/ Wed, 06 Dec 2017 17:58:23 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5603 The American Dental Association recently released a study on the financial success of Dentists. Among other findings, this study concluded that the average retirement age for a dentist is 67, which seems reasonable until you compare it with the retirem... The American Dental Association recently released a study on the financial success of Dentists. Among other findings, this study concluded that the average retirement age for a dentist is 67, which seems reasonable until you compare it with the retirement age of the average American, which according to Gallup is 62. This seems especially perplexing given that the typical Dentist's income is much higher than the average American. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviewed his friend Reese Harper on how Dentists can achieve Financial Independence. In this Show, Gary and Reese discuss; How behavior and personality traits play a big role in how Dentists make decisions about money, an in-depth discussion about the 9 specific financial archetypes and the relationship between personality traits and financial behavior, how to avoid the common mistakes that each of the personality types ted to make, how to determine an appropriate savings rate, how to be fund your children's education and how to develop the specific habits that will allow you to achieve financial independence. The goal of this interview is to help you practice dentistry because you want to, not because you have to!<br /> <br /> Reese' website: <br /> http://www.dentistadvisors.com<br /> <br /> Reese' Podcast: <br /> The Dentist Money Show <br /> http://dentistadvisors.com/series/dentistmoney/<br /> <br /> Reese Phone Number <br /> 833-DDS Plan (833-337-7526) Takacs Learning Center clean 1:09:59 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/proven-tips-to-to-achieve-a-high-performance-front-desk-with-missy-fryer-and-mary-beth-bajornas/ Wed, 29 Nov 2017 16:58:56 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5599 The business department (front desk) of your dental practice is an extremely important part of your success. The performance of your front desk team can quite literally make or break your practice. In this Thriving Dentist Show interview, The business department (front desk) of your dental practice is an extremely important part of your success. The performance of your front desk team can quite literally make or break your practice. In this Thriving Dentist Show interview, Gary invited his friends Missy Fryer and Mary Beth Bajornas to share proven tips to achieve a high performance front desk. Missy and Mary Beth have a massive amount of practical experience and they share their best tips in this interview. In this Show, Gary, Missy and Mary Beth discuss; The 3 most common challenges for front desk team members and how to overcome them, the importance of follow-up systems at the front desk, how to document every patient communication s that any team member can effectively follow up with patients, how to build value with your patients, a new patient 'reservation' system that will completely eliminate new patient cancellations and the interview concludes with a discussion of the Dental Office Survival Guide: 2018 Front Desk Edition that Missy and Mary Beth created to help dental offices Thrive. This is a Thriving Dentist Show you will want to share with your entire Team!<br /> <br /> Missy and Mary Beth's website: <br /> http://www.buckeyedentalproductions.com<br /> <br /> Missy and Mary Beth's email address: <br /> missyandmarybeth@gmail.com<br /> <br /> To SAVE $200 on the Dental Office Survival Guide: 2018 Front Desk Edition type Thrive in the Coupon Code:<br /> https://buckeyedentalproductions.com/shop?olsPage=cart <br /> <br /> Takacs Learning Center clean 1:00:20 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/empowering-office-managers-with-practical-tools-and-resources-with-kiera-dent/ Wed, 22 Nov 2017 10:00:27 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5595 Office Managers are very important in a Thriving Practice! In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invited his friend Kiera Dent to talk about all things related to Dental Office Manager Success. In this inspiring interview Gary and Kiera discuss; Why it i... Office Managers are very important in a Thriving Practice! In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invited his friend Kiera Dent to talk about all things related to Dental Office Manager Success. In this inspiring interview Gary and Kiera discuss; Why it is important for office managers to have a community of colleagues where they can connect with other brilliant office managers, the most common problems that office managers face on a daily basis, how Kiera (as an office manager) grew a practice from 500K to 2.4M in 9 months, insurance tips to help you better serve your patients, why pre-determinations (Kiera calls them pre-denials!) are a trick by the insurance company to reduce the incident of treatment for patients, positive expectations for your office manager, how your office manager can help you reduce practice overhead, leadership tips for office managers and how Dentists can best support their office managers. You will love Kiera's knowledge, experience and passion!<br /> <br /> Kiera's website: <br /> http://www.kierasdentalconsulting.com<br /> <br /> Access to: 'Be the Best Office Manager' Webinar on Wednesday, December 7, 2017<br /> http://www.kierasdentalconsulting.com/webinar<br /> <br /> Kiera's website for Dental Placement Pros: <br /> http://www.dentalplacementpros.com<br /> <br /> Takacs Learning Center clean 51:06 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/the-joys-and-challenges-of-multiple-practice-ownership-with-dr-mark-costes/ Wed, 15 Nov 2017 17:03:53 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5592 Owning multiple practices is a trend that some Dentists are choosing as their career path. Owning multiple practices is a trend that some Dentists are choosing as their career path. In this Thriving Dentist Show interview, Gary invited his friend Dr. Mark Costes to discuss the joys and challenges of multiple practice ownership. Mark currently owns 10 practices and he has a wealth of experience that he is willing to share with others. In this interview Gary and Mark discuss; Mark's very personal story that inspired him to become a Dentist, his entrepreneurial journey that started in College when Mark owned a catering truck, the 3 years and 21 application attempts that it took Mark to earn an acceptance into dental school, Mark's path to multiple practice ownership, the naming challenge for multiple practices (one brand name vs individual practice names), the true joys and benefits of owning multiple practices and the most significant challenges of multiple practice ownership. The interview concludes with Mark and Gary discussing the upcoming 2018 Voices of Dentistry Conference and why this is a 'Must-Attend' event for Dental Professionals!<br /> <br /> Mark's Practice Group website: <br /> http://www.FlagshipDentalGroup.com<br /> <br /> Mark's Coaching website: <br /> http://www.TrueDentalSuccess.com<br /> <br /> Mark's Dental Success Institute FaceBook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheDentalpreneurPodcast/<br /> <br /> Voices of Dentistry Conference Website: <br /> http://www.VoicesOfDentistry.com <br /> Use Coupon Code VOD100 to save $100 on your Conference Registration fee Takacs Learning Center clean 53:09 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/how-to-successfully-incorporate-treating-sleep-apnea-in-your-practice-with-steve-wick/ Wed, 08 Nov 2017 10:00:27 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5583 Treating sleep disorders is the #1 clinical area of interest in dentistry today. It is estimated that 80 Million Americans suffer from Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). To help you successfully incorporate dental sleep medicine in your practice Gary invit... Treating sleep disorders is the #1 clinical area of interest in dentistry today. It is estimated that 80 Million Americans suffer from Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). To help you successfully incorporate dental sleep medicine in your practice Gary invited his friend Steve Wick as a guest on the Thriving Dentist Show. In this information-packed interview Gary and Steve discuss; the very personal story that motivated Steve to write his book Kicking the Bear Out of the Bedroom; Snoring and Sleep Apnea, the Not So Silent Killers, why Dentists with the proper training are well suited to successfully treat OSA, facts about the incident of sleep apnea and snoring in the general population, date from a study that reported that loud snoring can reduce life expectancy by 10 years, the health risks associated with OSA, the societal cost of untreated OSA in the US at $150 Billion per year, the challenges of compliance with CPAP as a treatment option, specific tips to get started with incorporating dental sleep medicine in your practice, 4 simple questions to ask your patients to identify existing patients in your practice suffering from OSA. This information can make a massive difference in your practice and it's possible that this information can help you save lives!<br /> <br /> Copy of the ADA Proposed Policy Statement on the role of Dentists in the treatment of sleep-related breathing disorders: http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/ADA-Proposal.pdf <br /> <br /> Link to Steve's book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Kicking-Bear-out-Bedroom-Not-So-Silent-Killers-ebook/dp/B01N69KA76/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1509992936&sr=8-2&keywords=steve+wick Takacs Learning Center clean 54:10 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/compare-your-practice-to-2000-practices-in-4-specific-key-performance-indicators-kpis-with-weston-lunsford/ Wed, 01 Nov 2017 16:49:32 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5578 It is absolutely critical to measure performance in your dental practice. However, your practice management software only tells you 'what happened' as opposed to 'what's happening'. To help you better understand what is happening in your dental practic... It is absolutely critical to measure performance in your dental practice. However, your practice management software only tells you 'what happened' as opposed to 'what's happening'. To help you better understand what is happening in your dental practice, Gary invited his friend Weston Lunsford on the Thriving Dentist Show to discuss 4 specific metrics that will propel your practice to new levels of performance! In this Show, Gary and Weston discuss the concept of 'things that are measured, improve' and then focus on 4 very specific metrics that you MUST measure to achieve your full potential. These 4 metrics are:<br /> <br /> Hygiene Patient Reappointment %<br /> <br /> Dentist Production per Patient<br /> <br /> Treatment Acceptance %<br /> <br /> Unscheduled Active Patients<br /> <br /> Weston then provides you with benchmark information from 2,000 practices showing you the average, top 10% and bottom 10% of each metric in this 2,000 practice database. This benchmark information allows you to see how your practice performs compared to these 2,000 practices! You will LOVE Weston's passion for measuring KPI's and his equal passion for helping Dentists better serve their patients.<br /> <br /> <br /> Weston's website:<br /> <a href="http://www.dentalintel.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank">dentalintel.com</a><br /> <br /> To receive a Free ($1,000 value) Practice Snapshot showing you precisely how your practice is performing with information unavailable from your practice management software: <br /> <a href="http://dentalintel.com/takacs" rel="noopener" target="_blank">dentalintel.com/takacs</a><br /> <br /> Thriving Dentist Show podcasts on how to improve your case acceptance:<br /> <br /> 'Guiding More Patients to Want Ideal Care' with Dr. Lee Ann Brady <br /> <a href="http://bit.ly/A4mKsJ" rel="noopener" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/A4mKsJ</a><br /> <br /> 'Mastering the Emotions of Case Acceptance' with Dr. Bob Frazer<br /> <a href="http://bit.ly/1J4a8v8" rel="noopener" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/1J4a8v8</a><br /> <br /> 'Pathways to Creating Positive Change in Your Practice' with Mary Osborne<br /> <a href="http://bit.ly/2wnvkAT" rel="noopener" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/2wnvkAT</a><br /> <br /> 'The Question to ask Every Patient at each Consultation to Increase Opportunities' with Ashley Latter<br /> <a href="http://bit.ly/1op1jBn" rel="noopener" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/1op1jBn</a><br /> <br /> 'Amplify Your Practice by Mastering Case Presentation' with Dr. Mark Montgomery & Dee Dee Reid<br /> <a href="http://bit.ly/2rrKQdu" rel="noopener" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/2rrKQdu</a><br /> <br /> 'Unleashing the Power of DISC Personality Styles in Your Practice' with Chris Locurto<br /> <a href="http://bit.ly/2mdtvSg" rel="noopener" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/2mdtvSg</a><br /> <br /> <br /> Takacs Learning Center clean 1:04:42 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tips-from-disney-on-building-a-practice-where-patients-respond-return-refer-with-travis-frederickson/ Wed, 25 Oct 2017 15:56:39 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5574 Regular listeners to the Thriving Dentist Show will remember when Gary had Travis Frederickson as a guest to discuss his book: The Patient Experience: 4 Lessons From Disney to Dentistry. As a result of that interview and the massive interest from our l... Regular listeners to the Thriving Dentist Show will remember when Gary had Travis Frederickson as a guest to discuss his book: The Patient Experience: 4 Lessons From Disney to Dentistry. As a result of that interview and the massive interest from our listeners, Gary & Travis just completed a two-day course at Disneyland titled; 'Disney to Dentistry'. This interview is a summary of the experiences Gary & Travis had teaching this course to Dentists & Team Members throughout the US & Canada. In this interview Gary & Travis discuss; The 3 'R's that are the core of the Disney Experience; Respond, Return & Refer, why good enough is NOT good enough any more, the culture of Disney and how that applies to dentistry, why 'Excellence' must be your standard, Disney 'guestology' tips that can be applied to dentistry and how to create a positive emotional experience for your patients. In the interview, Gary & Travis announce that due to the interest of our listeners they will be doing two Disney to Dentistry courses in 2018; March 2-3 in Orlando, FL and September 28-29 in Anaheim, CA. Consider this an invitation to come join us!<br /> <br /> Link to the previous interview with Travis: <br /> 'Lessons from Disney on Creating an Amazing Patient Experience' http://bit.ly/2rrT5BV<br /> <br /> Travis' website: <br /> http://www.C4PracticeServices.com<br /> <br /> Travis' email address: <br /> Travis@C4PracticeServices.com<br /> <br /> Link to the 2018 'Disney to Dentistry' courses: <br /> https://c4practiceservices.mykajabi.com/p/from-disney-to-dentistry<br /> <br /> <br /> If you would like more information about the 2018 'Disney to Dentistry' courses please send an email to gary@takacslearningcenter.com and enter Disney in your email subject line<br /> <br /> <br /> Takacs Learning Center clean 59:01 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/the-model-of-a-single-location-group-practice-that-produces-10m-per-year-driven-by-a-noble-cause-with-dr-craig-spodak/ Wed, 18 Oct 2017 17:13:17 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5569 There are many different models of success in dentistry. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary interviews his friend Dr. Craig Spodak from Delray Beach, FL about his practice model. Craig's model is a single location group practice that produces over $10M... There are many different models of success in dentistry. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary interviews his friend Dr. Craig Spodak from Delray Beach, FL about his practice model. Craig's model is a single location group practice that produces over $10M per year driven by a Noble Cause. In this Show Gary and Craig discuss; Craig's experience as a 3rd generation Dentist, his vision of an ideal building which is LEED (Leadership in Energy Environmental Design) Gold Certified, the importance of creating a 'Noble Cause', Craig's 14 Core Values in his practice, the power of intention, importance of learning from mistakes, Craig's model of a single location vs. building a group of multiple locations, how Craig discovered that the was paying excessively high fees in his pension plan, the influence of Tony Robbins on Craig's life and throughout the interview Gary and Craig discuss the meaning of 'Geek Sheik'. You will love Craig's powerful vision and his passion for our amazing profession!<br /> <br /> Craig's website: <br /> http://www.spodakdental.com<br /> <br /> Connect with Craig on Facebook: <br /> https://www.facebook.com/craig.spodak<br /> <br /> Connect with Craig on Instagram: <br /> https://www.instagram.com/craigspodak/<br /> <br /> To receive a Free copy of the book Unshakeable by Tony Robbins:<br /> http://thrivingdentist.com/tony<br /> Takacs Learning Center clean 58:03 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/target-marketing-techniques-for-facebook-and-instagram-marketing-with-bud-torcom/ Wed, 11 Oct 2017 09:00:21 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5563 Social Media Marketing is one of the best ways to attract quality new patients to your practice. Gary invited his friend Bud Torcom on the Thriving Dentist Show to share the most effective target marketing techniques on Facebook and Instagram. Social Media Marketing is one of the best ways to attract quality new patients to your practice. Gary invited his friend Bud Torcom on the Thriving Dentist Show to share the most effective target marketing techniques on Facebook and Instagram. In this Show Gary and Bud discuss; Bud's experience on the Facebook Small Business Advisory Council, the concept of micro marketing, why you need to know your marketing 'persona', how to use marketing funnels on Facebook and Instagram, how to use 'pixels' on Facebook and why these are so important, the best CRM platforms for Dentists, how to set up your CRM as a lead follow up playbook, a powerful discussion of your 'Relevance Score' and how to determine an appropriate social media marketing budget. Facebook and Instagram marketing strategies are very effective and this podcast interview will help you gain first mover advantage and dominate your local market. Thanks Bud! <br /> <br /> Bud's website: <br /> http://www.mazamamedia.com<br /> <br /> To receive 'The 3 Best Tools for Facebook and Instagram and Hot to Use Them' text mazama to 44222 Takacs Learning Center clean 1:03:38 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/demystifying-the-process-of-buying-or-selling-a-practice-with-matt-porter/ Wed, 04 Oct 2017 08:00:19 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5559 Buying or selling a dental practice is one of the most important decisions that most Dentists in their career. Unfortunately there are many 'Myths' on the topic of buying or selling a practice. Gary invited his friend Matt Porter on the Thriving Dentis... Buying or selling a dental practice is one of the most important decisions that most Dentists in their career. Unfortunately there are many 'Myths' on the topic of buying or selling a practice. Gary invited his friend Matt Porter on the Thriving Dentist Show to demystify the process and share information that separates fact from fiction. In this interview Gary and Matt discuss; Matt's financial background that is 3 generations deep, specific tips that Dentists can do to maximize the value of their practice, strategies for a smooth transition, pros and cons of selling to a corporate or DSO buyer, great tips for Dentists who are preparing to buy a practice and a thought provoking discussion of the differences between a Partnership of an Ambiguityship. Matt brings a wealth of knowledge to the topic of buying or selling a practice and you will benefit from his wisdom and passion for the subject.<br /> <br /> Matt's website: <br /> http://www.menlotransitions.com Takacs Learning Center clean 1:02:56 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/how-every-dental-assistant-can-have-an-amazing-career-with-kevin-henry/ Wed, 27 Sep 2017 09:00:56 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5555 Gary invited his friend Kevin Henry (aka; The Dental Assistant Champion!) on the Thriving Dentist Show to share his tips on how every Dental Assistant can have an amazing, fulfilling career. Kevin just published his book titled; Battling and Beating th... Gary invited his friend Kevin Henry (aka; The Dental Assistant Champion!) on the Thriving Dentist Show to share his tips on how every Dental Assistant can have an amazing, fulfilling career. Kevin just published his book titled; Battling and Beating the Demons of Dental Assisting. <br /> <br /> In this interview Gary and Kevin discuss; What motivated Kevin to write this book, why you need to eliminate the word 'just' from your vocabulary, 5 specific things that Dental Assistants can do to boost their career, tips for Dentists to empower their Dental Assistants and how this builds your practice, the DANB.org and how this resource can help Dental Assistants and the interview concludes with the cool work that Kevin is doing with Ignite (IgniteDA.net) to educate, inspire and empower Dental Assistants. Kevin's book is amazing and is brilliant read for your Office Book Club!<br /> <br /> To receive Kevin's book; Battling and Beating the Demons of Dental Assisting; How Every Dental Assistant can have an Amazing, Fulfilling Career at a Special Price of $10 (regular price $20) send Kevin an email to Kevin.Henry@igniteDA.net<br /> <br /> Resources: <br /> http://www.IgniteDDS.com <br /> http://www.IgniteDA.net <br /> http://www.DANB.org (Dental Assisting National Board) Takacs Learning Center clean 46:10 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tips-to-hire-and-keep-your-dream-team-with-kiera-dent/ Wed, 20 Sep 2017 19:05:09 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5551 Often times the difference between a good dental practice and a world-class dental practice is the presence of an incredible Team! Many Dentists feel like they are looking for the elusive 'Unicorn' when searching for an ideal Team Member. Often times the difference between a good dental practice and a world-class dental practice is the presence of an incredible Team! Many Dentists feel like they are looking for the elusive 'Unicorn' when searching for an ideal Team Member. To help you hire and keep your Dream Team, Gary invited his friend Kiera Dent on the Thriving Dentist Show. In this interview Gary and Kiera discuss; Kiera's awesome background including her experience as a multiple practice owner, how she created Dental Placement Pros as a resource and an Executive Search Firm for the Dental Profession, how to screen applicants before hiring, how to absolutely ROCK your interview if you are a Team Member looking for a great practice and a host of other tips and strategies to connect the best people with the best dental offices. Here's to your success hiring and keeping your Dream Team!<br /> <br /> Kiera's Website:<br /> http://www.dentalplacementpros.com Takacs Learning Center clean 57:01 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/how-to-convert-new-callers-into-appointments-and-loyal-patients-with-ashley-latter/ Wed, 13 Sep 2017 15:09:11 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5549 Your telephone is the single most important piece of equipment in your dental office because it is the conduit through which your patients flow into your practice! In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friend Ashley Latter on how to conver... Your telephone is the single most important piece of equipment in your dental office because it is the conduit through which your patients flow into your practice! In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friend Ashley Latter on how to convert callers into appointments and loyal patients. In this Show Gary and Ashley discuss; The concept of your reception team members as 'Directors of First Impressions', why many team members unconsciously act as 'Sales Prevention Officers' and how to avoid this situation, how to quickly develop rapport and relationship with callers, the four-step process that any team member who answers the phone must follow and throughout the interview Ashley shares great verbal skills for your business team members. This podcast interview is excellent content for your next Team Meeting!<br /> <br /> <br /> Link to Ashley's Books, both of these books are brilliant reading for your entire Team!: http://www.ashleylatter.com/books<br /> <br /> <br /> Ashley's website: <br /> http://www.ashleylatter.com Takacs Learning Center clean 1:03:40 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/how-to-go-from-burned-out-to-fired-up-with-jamie-marboe-rdh/ Wed, 06 Sep 2017 09:00:55 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5545 Let's face the reality that most Dentists will experience some degree of burn out at some stage in their career. Let's face the reality that most Dentists will experience some degree of burn out at some stage in their career. Gary invited his friend Jamie Marboe to address this critical topic with the goal of sharing some proactive strategies that can help you avoid professional burn out. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary and Jamie discuss; How to keep yourself motivated to be better tomorrow than you are today, tips that will keep you enthused and motivated, very specific strategies to work smarter not harder, how to strike a more effective work/life balance, the science and physiology behind motivation, How to keep your hygienist from feeling like 'Mouth Maids', the one thing you want to eliminate from ever happening again in your office and the interview concludes with a stimulating discussion about 'Carefrontation'. Here's to helping you stay fired up throughout your career!<br /> <br /> Jamie's website: <br /> http://www.inspiredhygiene.com<br /> <br /> To receive detailed information about ProCare, text procare to 44222<br /> <br /> You will receive access to a recorded webinar provided by Qadeer that covers complete details about ProCare and how their Member Benefit Program is going to radically change the current broken system of dental insurance. ProCare is designed to benefit the Employers by lowering premiums, the Patients by providing better benefits, and Dentists by paying you your full fee.<br /> Takacs Learning Center clean 58:04 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/dentistry-from-the-perspective-of-a-girl-boss-with-julia-yelevich/ Wed, 30 Aug 2017 16:17:10 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5541 The term Girl Boss was coined by Sophia Amoruso, the Founder and CEO of the Nasty Gal Fashion Empire. Her book is titled #GirlBoss. Sophia's definition of a Girl Boss is someone who has big dreams and is wiling to work hard. The term Girl Boss was coined by Sophia Amoruso, the Founder and CEO of the Nasty Gal Fashion Empire. Her book is titled #GirlBoss. Sophia's definition of a Girl Boss is someone who has big dreams and is wiling to work hard. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary interviews his friend Julia Yelevich. Julia has an extensive background on Wall Street and she has applied what she learned on Wall Street to the dental profession. Julia was just voted one of the Top 25 Women in Dentistry in 2017 by Dental Products Report and she certainly fits the definition of Girl Boss as someone who has big dreams and is willing to work hard in the dental profession! In this Show, Gary and Julia discuss; how Julia came to discover the dental profession, Wall Street concepts Julia has adapted to dentistry, some effective 'growth hacks' Julia has used in her practice, how she has created a unique customer journey that provides a powerful point of differentiation, Lean 6 Sigma efficiency concepts adapted to dentistry, how to avoid being perceived as a commodity and the interview concludes with a discussion of pricing concepts and how your fees relate to Market Positioning. You will enjoy Julia's experience in business and how she has successfully applied her business experience in dentistry and you will truly appreciate the energy and excitement that Julia brings to our profession.<br /> <br /> Julia's website: <br /> http://www.naturaldentistrycenter.com<br /> Takacs Learning Center clean 1:00:58 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/pathways-to-creating-positive-change-in-your-practice-with-mary-osborne/ Wed, 23 Aug 2017 07:00:39 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5536 Creating change in your practice is a subject that every one of our listeners will face at different times in your career. To help you create positive change in your practice Gary invited his friend Mary Obsorne on the Thriving Dentist Show. Creating change in your practice is a subject that every one of our listeners will face at different times in your career. To help you create positive change in your practice Gary invited his friend Mary Obsorne on the Thriving Dentist Show. In this Show Gary and Mary discuss; How to create positive change with your patients and help them take a greater interest in ideal care, a wonderful story about how to get 'in synch' with your patients, why slowing down can be a solution to becoming significantly more productive, the power of 'staying in the question' with your patients, some great questions to ask your patients and how these questions will provide you with insights on your patients, the important distinction between cooperation and collaboration and the interview concludes with a powerful conversation about tips to help your team members embrace change in your practice. Mary is an incredible resource and you will truly appreciate her genuine desire to help you better serve your patients!<br /> <br /> Mary's website: <br /> http://www.maryosborne.com<br /> <br /> Link to the upcoming workshop titled: <br /> 'Step by Step: Practical Strategies to help you get the Most out of your Practice' <br /> with Mary Osborne and Lee Ann Brady DDS <br /> http://www.maryosborne.com/workshops/step-by-step/ Takacs Learning Center clean 57:36 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/5-reasons-we-are-about-to-enter-a-new-golden-age-of-dentistry-with-qadeer-ahmed/ Wed, 16 Aug 2017 09:00:55 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5531 Last week, Gary interviewed his friend Qadeer Ahmed about a Patient Benefits plan that addresses all the ills that are wrong with the current dental insurance system. Let's face it, the current dental insurance system is broken! Last week, Gary interviewed his friend Qadeer Ahmed about a Patient Benefits plan that addresses all the ills that are wrong with the current dental insurance system. Let's face it, the current dental insurance system is broken! The current system suppresses claims. Patients, Dentists and Employers all lose. This is Part II of Gary's interview with Qadeer Ahmed all about how we are about to enter a new Golden Age of Dentistry. Qadeer brings a deep background in business to the dental profession and he decided to look at the dentistry from a 'clean slate model'. In doing so, he came up with a five-part plan that will significantly benefit Dentists. <br /> <br /> Here are those 5 elements; <br /> 1) A coverage plan that actually benefits Patients, Dentists and Employers <br /> 2) Co-Management of complex cases <br /> 3) Profit Velocity and Quality <br /> 4) Capital Equipment available on a cost-per-use basis, and <br /> 5) Equity Conversion; The ability to convert equity in your practice to cash. <br /> <br /> We truly are about to enter a new Golden Age of Dentistry and this interview will provide you with new ways of thinking about our amazing profession!<br /> <br /> To receive detailed information about ProCare, text procare to 44222 <br /> <br /> You will receive access to a recorded webinar provided by Qadeer that covers complete details about ProCare and how their Member Benefit Program is going to radically change the current broken system of dental insurance. ProCare is designed to benefit the Employers by lowering premiums, the Patients by providing better benefits, and Dentists by paying you your full fee. Takacs Learning Center clean 1:05:58 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/procare-dental-coverage-controlled-by-dentists-and-patients-with-qadeer-ahmed/ Wed, 09 Aug 2017 05:16:38 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5520 It is no secret that the current system of dental insurance is totally broken! The current system only benefits the Insurance companies. Employers, Patients and Dentists all lose in the current system. Gary invited his friend Qadeer Ahmed on this Thriv... It is no secret that the current system of dental insurance is totally broken! The current system only benefits the Insurance companies. Employers, Patients and Dentists all lose in the current system. Gary invited his friend Qadeer Ahmed on this Thriving Dentist Show to share how he and his Team have created a system that corrects all the flaws in the current system. In this Show, Gary and Qadeer discuss; Why quality of care MUST be central to any patient benefit program, a discussion of how the current dental insurance system is completely broken, the story of a Dentist from Seattle who offered a free clinic day and experienced a line of people over two miles long to receive care and the reality was that the vast majority of these people had jobs and in some cases multiple jobs!, how ProCare addresses the flaws of the current insurance system and provides significant benefits for Employers, Patients and Dentists alike. You will enjoy the 'origin story' of ProCare and Qadeer's passion for building a system that corrects all the flaws in the current insurance system. Ultimately, Qadeer's goal is to help more patients receive the care they need and deserve and that is a powerful motivator, indeed!<br /> <br /> To receive detailed information about ProCare, text procare to 44222 <br /> OR <br /> Click here: https://thrivingdentist.lpages.co/procare-dental-services/ <br /> <br /> You will receive access to a recorded webinar provided by Qadeer that covers complete details about ProCare and how their Member Benefit Program is going to radically change the current broken system of dental insurance. ProCare is designed to benefit the Employers by lowering premiums, the Patients by providing better benefits, and Dentists by paying you your full fee. Takacs Learning Center clean 1:07:19 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/how-i-became-a-practice-owner-and-lessons-learned-along-the-way-with-ryan-lepore-dmd/ Wed, 02 Aug 2017 09:00:15 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5514 The ultimate career goal for many Dentists it to become a practice owner. However, there are many younger Dentists who feel that practice ownership may be out of reach given their student loan debt and concerns about managing a practice. The ultimate career goal for many Dentists it to become a practice owner. However, there are many younger Dentists who feel that practice ownership may be out of reach given their student loan debt and concerns about managing a practice. As inspiration, Gary wanted to bring a young Dentist on the Thriving Dentist Show who has successfully navigated the path to practice ownership early in his career. <br /> <br /> In this Show, Gary and Ryan Lepore discuss how Ryan became a practice owner. <br /> <br /> They discuss: what motivated Ryan to become a Dentist, Ryan's experiences as an Associate Dentist in both a Corporate setting and Private Practice environment, tips on how to improve clinical speed, efficiency and diagnostic skills, how Ryan ultimately found the right practice to purchase, the lessons that Ryan has learned in his first year of practice ownership and the interview concludes with Ryan sharing some great CE resources that have been very helpful for Ryan. You will enjoy Ryan's story and his genuine desire to help his colleagues! <br /> <br /> Ryan's email address: <br /> ryanleporedmd@gmail.com<br /> <br /> To receive Gary's '6 Goals for a Thriving Practice Checklist' text smiling to 44222 Takacs Learning Center clean 1:03:01 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/how-one-dentist-became-passionate-about-lifesaving-dentistry-with-hazel-glasper-dds/ Wed, 26 Jul 2017 17:47:47 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5509 Dentistry is truly an amazing profession where you have the ability to change people's lives every day. Not only do you have the ability to change lives with your knowledge, but you also have the ability to SAVE lives! In this Thriving Dentist Show, Dentistry is truly an amazing profession where you have the ability to change people's lives every day. Not only do you have the ability to change lives with your knowledge, but you also have the ability to SAVE lives! In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invited his friend Dr. Hazel Glasper to talk about lifesaving dentistry. Hazel was the recent winner of the Spotlight on Speaking competition at the Speaking/Consulting Network Conference. Gary was a judge in this competition as was so impressed with Hazel's presentation that he wanted to bring her on as a guest on the podcast. In this interview Gary and Hazel discuss; The very personal story that caused Hazel to become passionate about the oral/systemic connection, how to get started with making the oral/systemic link a strong part of your practice, specific tips for the Dentist and Team Members to help patients value high quality dentistry and the interview concludes with a powerful discussion about Hazel's 'Teach Me Dental' Movement where she is helping the public redefine their understanding of oral health. You will be moved by Hazel's story and her passion to save lives will inspire you!<br /> <br /> Hazel's website: <br /> http://www.drglasper.com<br /> <br /> Hazel's email address: <br /> drglasper@gmail.com<br /> <br /> To receive Gary's '6 Goals for a Thriving Practice Checklist' text smiling to 44222 Takacs Learning Center clean 54:04 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/excellent-front-office-systems-with-laura-hatch/ Wed, 19 Jul 2017 15:01:25 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5503 Systems are SO very important in a Thriving practice! In this Show Gary interview his friend Laura Hatch on Front Office Systems that are necessary for your practice to achieve full potential. In this interview, Systems are SO very important in a Thriving practice! In this Show Gary interview his friend Laura Hatch on Front Office Systems that are necessary for your practice to achieve full potential. In this interview, Gary and Laura discuss; the most important systems to have in place at the front desk, how to get started if you currently have no systems in place, how Laura developed a fee-for-service practice in the highly competitive area of San Diego, CA, the role that systems played in successfully developing a fee-for-service practice and specific steps that you can take today to reduce insurance dependency. Laura is passionate about helping Dentists and Team Members embrace systems in their practice and you'll love way these systems lead to a thriving practice.<br /> <br /> Laura's website: <br /> www.frontofficerocks.com<br /> <br /> Laura's email address: <br /> laura@frontofficerocks.com<br /> <br /> Link to Laura's 'White Paper' on Reducing Insurance Dependency: <br /> http://resources.frontofficerocks.com/outofnetwork<br /> <br /> To receive Gary's '6 Goals for a Thriving Practice Checklist' text smiling to 44222 Takacs Learning Center clean 1:01:39 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/changes-in-the-world-of-dental-ce-with-elijah-desmond/ Wed, 12 Jul 2017 16:00:24 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5499 It is no coincidence that Dentists who take more CE have more successful practices. However, not all Dental CE is the same. Dental CE that provides excellent educational content in a unique location and networking opportunities with the speakers and at... It is no coincidence that Dentists who take more CE have more successful practices. However, not all Dental CE is the same. Dental CE that provides excellent educational content in a unique location and networking opportunities with the speakers and attendees can be truly powerful learning experiences.<br /> <br /> In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary invited his friend Elijah Desmond to share his thoughts on the changing world of dental CE. In this interview Gary and Elijah discuss; 3 major trends that are happening in the dental profession today and how Dentists can respond to these trends, why traditional dental conferences are struggling to remain relevant today, new CE opportunities for Dentists today, Elijah's motivation to start a charity called 'A Success Story for Kids' with the mission of helping children realize their potential, Elijah's Smiles at Sea Program and the interview concludes with announcing Gary as the featured speaker for the 2018 Smiles at Sea Alaska Cruise.<br /> <br /> You will be inspired by Elijah and his commitment to truly make a difference in the world! Elijah's website: www.elijahdesmond.com<br /> <br /> Elijah's Smiles at Sea website: www.smilesatsea.com<br /> <br /> Elijah's email address: elijah@basicdentistry.com<br /> <br /> Elijah's Facebook Group 'Trapped in an Op': https://www.facebook.com/groups/913379352015992/?ref=br_rs<br /> <br /> To receive Gary's '6 Goals for a Thriving Practice Checklist' text Smiling to 44222 Takacs Learning Center clean 37:38 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/how-to-achieve-your-next-level-of-health-and-wellness-for-all-dental-professionals-with-dr-uche-odiatu/ Wed, 05 Jul 2017 14:08:32 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5492 Dentistry is a very demanding profession both emotionally and physically. In order to achieve your full potential as a Dentist it is important for you to maintain a high level of health and fitness. Gary invited his friend and personal fitness and heal... Dentistry is a very demanding profession both emotionally and physically. In order to achieve your full potential as a Dentist it is important for you to maintain a high level of health and fitness. Gary invited his friend and personal fitness and health Mentor, Dr. Uche Odiatu to share some tips on how to achieve your next level of health and wellness. In this interview Gary and Uche discuss; Tips to achieve a better life balance, the concept of 'Health as the first Wealth', the power of fruits & vegetables, the importance of A/H receptors, how black pepper aids in the absorption of nutrients, how to do a health and fitness re-boot if you have fallen off track, how food can be your medicine, specific foods that will feed your brain, facts and science about healthy fats and a host of other great tips that you can use TODAY to increase your health and Wellness. You deserve to be as healthy as possible and you will absolutely Love the passion that Uche has to share health and wellness information!<br /> <br /> Amazon link for Uche's book: The Miracle of Health: Simple Solutions, Extraordinary Results https://www.amazon.com/Miracle-Health-Solutions-Extraordinary-Results-ebook/dp/B00K53TPLC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1499188786&sr=8-1&keywords=the+miracle+of+health<br /> <br /> Link to Kary and Uche's Facebook page: <br /> https://www.facebook.com/odiatu <br /> <br /> Link to Uche on Twitter: <br /> https://twitter.com/Fitspeakers<br /> <br /> To receive Gary's '6 Goals for a Thriving Practice Checklist' text smiling to 44222 Takacs Learning Center clean 58:10 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/easy-insurance-conversations-that-lead-to-greater-case-acceptance-with-teresa-duncan/ Wed, 28 Jun 2017 17:54:49 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5486 Communicating with patients about their dental insurance is an important element in just about every dental practice. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friend Teresa Duncan about how to communicate with patients about their insurance i... Communicating with patients about their dental insurance is an important element in just about every dental practice. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friend Teresa Duncan about how to communicate with patients about their insurance in a way that leads to greater case acceptance. Teresa literally wrote the book on this topic when she wrote: Moving Patients to Yes; Easy Insurance Conversations. In this information-packed interview Gary and Teresa discuss; How to lead with conversations about health with your patients rather than leading with conversations about insurance, the right verbal skills that lead to greater case acceptance, a wonderful discussion about how words matter including specific words to use and things you should stop saying, the three C's of Confidence, Clarity and Conversation and the interview concludes with a discussion between Gary and Teresa about their predictions about the future of dental insurance. <br /> <br /> Teresa's website: <br /> http://www.odysseymgmt.com<br /> <br /> Link to Teresa's Book: <br /> http://odysseymgmt.corecommerce.com/Book/ <br /> Use Code: THRIVING to receive a discount<br /> <br /> Link to Teresa's online 'Dental Insurance Skills Training' (DIST) Program: https://odysseymgmt.digitalchalk.com/dc/learn/dental-insurance-skills-workshop-1 <br /> Use Code: THRIVING to receive a discount<br /> <br /> Teresa's email address: <br /> teresa@odysseymgmt.com<br /> <br /> <br /> Link to article about dentistry in Los Algodones, Mexico, a town of 6,000 with 600 dentists: http://bzfd.it/2rvoN5D<br /> <br /> To receive Gary's '6 Goals for a Thriving Practice Checklist' text smiling to 44222 Takacs Learning Center clean 1:04:03 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/how-to-use-a-dental-warranty-as-a-practice-builder-with-jared-parente/ Wed, 21 Jun 2017 15:25:11 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5482 It can be useful to look outside of the Dental Profession to find solutions that we can adapt to dentistry. Warranties are often used with other products and services to create consumer confidence. Gary has used a dental warranty in his LifeSmiles dent... It can be useful to look outside of the Dental Profession to find solutions that we can adapt to dentistry. Warranties are often used with other products and services to create consumer confidence. Gary has used a dental warranty in his LifeSmiles dental practice for almost 10 years now and it has proven to be very effective. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary interviews Jared Parente on all the details of a dental warranty program. In this interview, Gary and Jared discuss; The concept of a dental warranty, how a warranty can lead to greater case acceptance, how to use your warranty as a practice-builder, the risks of providing a dental warranty and how to manage these risks and how to market your dental warranty to your existing patients as well as to potential patients in your community. You will enjoy Jared's knowledge and experience with dental warranties and you may want to consider a dental warranty as a value-added service for your practice.<br /> <br /> Jared's website: <br /> http://www.dentalwarrantycorp.com<br /> <br /> Jared's email address: <br /> answers@dw-corp.com <br /> Email Jared to receive a 'Dental Warranty Roadmap' and a Dental Warranty Template. Both are free for listeners of the Thriving Dentist Show Takacs Learning Center clean 49:45 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/amplify-your-practice-by-mastering-case-presentation-with-dr-mark-montgomery-and-dee-dee-reid/ Wed, 14 Jun 2017 16:30:27 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5478 Mastering case presentation is such an important topic in a thriving practice. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his long-time friends Dr. Mark Montgomery and Dee Dee Reid on how to amplify your practice by mastering case presentation. Mastering case presentation is such an important topic in a thriving practice. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his long-time friends Dr. Mark Montgomery and Dee Dee Reid on how to amplify your practice by mastering case presentation. In this interview, Dee Dee, Mark and Gary discuss; how Mark and Dee Dee developed their passion for dentistry, the power of relationship-based treatment planning, how to guide patients to become interested in comprehensive care, the importance of non-judgmental communication and specific tips to make sure you are communicating without judgment, the power of agreements, how to help patients with values clarification, the concept of 'simmering in the gap', the importance of curiosity and the interview concludes with a cool discussion of the work that Mark and Dee Dee are doing to help Dentists and Team Members.<br /> <br /> Mark and Dee Dee's website <br /> http://www.AmplifiedDynamics.com<br /> <br /> Link to 4 minute 'Amp Up My Practice Quiz' <br /> http://www.amplifymypracticenow.com<br /> <br /> Mark and Dee Dee's email address: <br /> AmpdUp@AmplifiedDynamics.com<br /> <br /> To receive Gary's '6 Goals for a Thriving Practice Checklist' text smiling to 44222 Takacs Learning Center clean 1:08:36 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/what-every-dentist-needs-to-know-about-dsos-with-dr-jeromy-dixson/ Wed, 07 Jun 2017 15:49:34 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5474 The dental landscape is changing rapidly and the fastest growing segment of dentistry today is corporate dentistry and a subset of corporate dentistry are known as DSO's (Dental Service Organizations). In this Show, Gary interviews Dr. The dental landscape is changing rapidly and the fastest growing segment of dentistry today is corporate dentistry and a subset of corporate dentistry are known as DSO's (Dental Service Organizations). In this Show, Gary interviews Dr. Jeromy Dixson about everything Dentists need to know about DSO's. In this interview Gary and Jeromy discuss; How Jeromy discovered the world of DSO's, how he helped grow Smiles Dental Group from 3 offices to 24 offices, Jeromy's thoughts on why corporate dentistry is growing so rapidly, how all DSO's are not the same, the 7 goals Jeromy used to guide Smiles Dental Group to impressive growth, Jeromy's DSO Project and the interview concludes with a great discussion of what Jeromy has learned in his year long around the world sabbatical with his family. This is an episode that every Dentist needs to hear!<br /> <br /> Jeromy's website: <br /> http://www.dsoproject.com<br /> <br /> Jeromy's email address: <br /> drdixson@dsoproject.com<br /> <br /> To receive Gary's '6 Goals for a Thriving Practice Checklist' text smiling to 44222 Takacs Learning Center clean 1:08:48 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/how-i-successfully-opened-a-practice-from-scratch-in-southern-california-with-lincoln-parker-dmd/ Wed, 31 May 2017 09:00:42 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5466 Well, don't tell that to Dr. Lincoln Parker because he successfully opened a practice from scratch soon out of dental school in the Tustin Ranch area or Orange County, California! Not only did Lincoln open this practice from scratch but he has done so ... Conventional wisdom says that you cannot open a dental practice from scratch in a hyper-competetive market like Southern California. <br /> <br /> Well, don't tell that to Dr. Lincoln Parker because he successfully opened a practice from scratch soon out of dental school in the Tustin Ranch area or Orange County, California! Not only did Lincoln open this practice from scratch but he has done so with minimal insurance participation. <br /> <br /> In this inspiring interview, Gary talks with Lincoln about how he was able to open the practice of his dreams in precisely the area where he wanted to work and live. In this Show, Gary and Lincoln discuss; what inspired Lincoln to buck conventional wisdom and follow his dream, how he overcame the challenges of getting his bank loan, some of the most important lessons Lincoln has learned throughout this process, tips for other Dentists opening a practice from scratch, how Lincoln was able to reduce his insurance dependency, the importance of a strong team and some of the Mentors that have influenced Lincoln. You will love Lincoln's can-do perspective and his passion for the dental profession!<br /> <br /> To receive Gary's '6 Goals for a Thriving Practice Checklist' text smiling to 44222<br /> <br /> Lincoln's practice website: <br /> http://www.drlincolnparker.com<br /> <br /> Lincoln's email address: <br /> lincoln@drlincolnparker.com Takacs Learning Center clean 54:56 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/365-days-of-social-media-posts-for-dentistry-with-rachel-mele/ Wed, 24 May 2017 09:00:11 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5460 Social Media can be a very effective means of connecting with your patients and with potential patients in your community. However, many Dental Professionals run out of ideas on what to post. Rest easy, this Thriving Dentist Show will provide you with ... Social Media can be a very effective means of connecting with your patients and with potential patients in your community. However, many Dental Professionals run out of ideas on what to post. Rest easy, this Thriving Dentist Show will provide you with solutions! In this Show Gary interviews his friend Rachel Mele about her book; 365 Days of Social Posts for Dentistry. In this interview Gary and Rachel discuss; What inspired Rachel to write the book, the one tip that every dental practice can use to improve their use of social media, a discussion of the types of dental posts that get the most likes, comments and shares, the concept of 'Dental Holidays' and why these MUST be included in your posting activity and the biggest mistakes Dentists make in regards to social media and how to avoid them. The interview concludes with a discussion of Oral Cancer Cause and why Rachel is donating 100% of the proceeds of book sales to this amazing non-profit project! You will love this interview and Rachel's passion for the dental profession.<br /> <br /> <br /> Rachel's website: <br /> http://www.rachelmele.com<br /> <br /> Link to order Rachel's book; 365 Days of Social Posts for Dentistry <br /> http://www.rachelmele.com/book-1 <br /> Use Order Code TDS2017 to save 20%<br /> <br /> Link to follow Rachel and her book on Facebook: <br /> https://www.facebook.com/365SocialDays/<br /> <br /> Rachel's email address: rachel@rachelmele.com<br /> <br /> To receive Gary's '6 Goals for a Thriving Practice Checklist' text smiling to 44222 Takacs Learning Center clean 1:01:30 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/lessons-from-disney-on-creating-an-amazing-patient-experience-with-travis-frederickson/ Wed, 17 May 2017 15:30:11 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5456 Developing an amazing patient experience is an important element of creating a thriving dental practice. The sad reality is that most patient experiences in a dental office are mediocre at best. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary interviews his friend ... Developing an amazing patient experience is an important element of creating a thriving dental practice. The sad reality is that most patient experiences in a dental office are mediocre at best. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary interviews his friend Travis Frederickson on the concept of using Disney as an example of how to create an amazing patient experience. Travis literally wrote the book on this subject when he wrote: The Patient Experience: 4 Lessons from Disney to Dentistry. In this interview Gary and Travis discuss: How the concept of Disney and Dentistry came together for Travis, the biggest take-away from the link between Disney and Dentistry, the concept of Vision and why this is so important in dentistry, the Disney approach to 'Service Recovery' and how to respond when things go wrong and other great tips from the Disney Institute. You will really enjoy Travis' passion for Disney and Dentistry and the unique perspective that that link can provide to your dental practice!<br /> <br /> Travis' website: <br /> www.c4practiceservices.com<br /> <br /> Travis' email address: travis@c4practiceservices.com<br /> <br /> If you are interested in attending a course on Disney & Dentistry at Disneyland in Anaheim, CA in the fall of 2017 please send Gary an email to gary@takacslearningcenter.com with the Subject Line: Disney<br /> <br /> To receive Gary's '6 Goals for a Thriving Practice Checklist' text smiling to 44222 Takacs Learning Center clean 1:09:13 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/digital-gateway-solutions-for-success-in-2017-and-beyond-with-dr-mark-morin/ Wed, 10 May 2017 15:09:54 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5452 The Dental Profession is experiencing radical changes as a result of a variety of market forces. Sadly, the profession is dividing into those who are struggling and those who are Thriving! In this Show, Gary interviews his friend Dr. The Dental Profession is experiencing radical changes as a result of a variety of market forces. Sadly, the profession is dividing into those who are struggling and those who are Thriving! In this Show, Gary interviews his friend Dr. Mark Morin on how to thrive in these changing times. Gary and Mark discuss; Specific factors impacting the dental profession today and how to successfully navigate these changes, how Mark has been able to thrive in an area of the country (Detroit) that has been devastated economically, the specific technology that Mark feels is a 'Must Have' today, the biggest mistakes that Dentists make with technology, how to use technology to grow your practice, how to calculate ROI on technology, why you need to know about Section 199 in the tax code and the specific technology Mark suggests you start with if you are a new Dentist and the technology Mark recommends if you are an experienced Dentist. Takacs Learning Center clean 58:12 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/how-to-use-patient-seminars-to-attract-dental-implant-and-other-high-value-patients-with-dr-scott-westermeier-and-maria-miecyjak/ Wed, 03 May 2017 14:50:49 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5449 Developing a marketing plan to consistently attract high-value new patients is an important project for any thriving practice. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friends Dr. Scott Westermeier and Maria Miercyjak on their story of how th... Developing a marketing plan to consistently attract high-value new patients is an important project for any thriving practice. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friends Dr. Scott Westermeier and Maria Miercyjak on their story of how they have developed a marketing strategy to consistently bring in dental implant patients and other high-value dentistry to their Buffalo, New York area practice. Their strategy is to provide patient education seminars in their area to educate potential patients about the benefits of dental implants and other significant services. In this interview, Gary, Scott and Maria discuss; How they came up with plan, the challenges, successes and lessons they have learned over the past 9 years of implementing this strategy, how they have created a step-by-step blueprint and how this strategy has propelled their practice to be in the top 1/2 of 1% of practices nationwide. Takacs Learning Center clean 59:48 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/5-proven-tips-to-eliminate-hygiene-cancellations-and-no-shows/ Wed, 26 Apr 2017 15:50:55 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5445 TEXT Smiling TO 44222 The #1 practice management problem in dentistry today is hygiene department cancellations and no-shows. In some offices, hygiene no-shows are an absolute epidemic! <br /> <br /> To receive Gary's '6 Goals for a Thriving Practice Checklist' text Smiling to 44222<br /> <br /> In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary shares five specific strategies to radically reduce your hygiene department cancellations and no-shows. These are proven tips that Gary has used in his own practice and in his client offices around the country with success. By applying these five strategies you will reduce your expenses, fill more hygiene appointments and train your patients to keep their appointments! <br /> <br /> The #1 practice management problem in dentistry today is hygiene department cancellations and no-shows. In some offices, hygiene no-shows are an absolute epidemic! In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary shares five specific strategies to radically reduce your hygiene department cancellations and no-shows. These are proven tips that Gary has used in his own practice and in his client offices around the country with success. By applying these five strategies you will reduce your expenses, fill more hygiene appointments and train your patients to keep their appointments! <br /> <br /> To receive Gary's '6 Goals for a Thriving Practice Checklist' text Smiling to 44222 Takacs Learning Center clean 47:19 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/top-5-reasons-patients-choose-a-dentist-with-fred-joyal/ Wed, 19 Apr 2017 12:42:44 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5436 As a best-selling Author, Speaker and Thought Leader, Fred Joyal knows more about the dental consumer mindset than anyone on the planet! Recently, his company did a survey of over 3,000 people to find out the Top 5 Reasons Patients Choose a Dentist. As a best-selling Author, Speaker and Thought Leader, Fred Joyal knows more about the dental consumer mindset than anyone on the planet! Recently, his company did a survey of over 3,000 people to find out the Top 5 Reasons Patients Choose a Dentist. <br /> <br /> In this Show Gary and Fred discuss these Top 5 Reasons and how you can apply this information to improve your marketing results. You have often heard Gary say; the data doesn't lie! This concept certainly applies in this Thriving Dentist Show. The consumers have spoken and you would be wise to listen very closely to the reasons they choose a Dentist. You'll enjoy the dialogue between Fred and Gary and more importantly, you'll benefit by getting in the mind of dental consumers.<br /> Takacs Learning Center clean 51:25 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/lessons-on-leadership-and-business-building-with-robert-hayman/ Wed, 12 Apr 2017 15:00:55 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5430 Gary invited one of his Mentors to be a guest on this Thriving Dentist Show. Robert Hayman has been an inspiration and Mentor to Gary for many years. Robert was the Co-Founder of Discus Dental, the company that created Zoom! Whitening. In 1993, Gary invited one of his Mentors to be a guest on this Thriving Dentist Show. Robert Hayman has been an inspiration and Mentor to Gary for many years. Robert was the Co-Founder of Discus Dental, the company that created Zoom! Whitening. In 1993, Robert and Dr. Bill Dorfman banded together to create Discus Dental. Their goal was to provide innovative products and services to the Dental Profession and make dentistry 'cool' in the mind and eyes of consumers. They started with a $40,000 investment and ultimately developed Discus Dental into a $200 Million Company. In this Show Gary and Robert discuss; The idea behind Discus Dental, how they turned adversity into a strength, the 3 rules you must follow for a partnership to work, why 'Culture' must be the #1 priority for every Leader, lessons on entrepreneurship and the importance of giving back and the interview concludes with a discussion of what Robert is up to these days including his re-entry into the dental profession. There are so many positive things to take away from this interview!<br /> <br /> Robert on Facebook: <br /> https://www.facebook.com/robert.hayman.790<br /> <br /> Website for Robert's Real Estate Development Company: <br /> www.haymanproperties.com Takacs Learning Center clean 56:25 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/the-power-of-relationships-courage-and-passion-with-the-dentists-of-the-life-and-dentistry-podcast/ Wed, 05 Apr 2017 09:00:25 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5426 In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews six young Dentists just about to start their careers. The six Dentists are the founders of The Life and Dentistry Podcast and they are; Dr. Cole Hackett, Dr. Daniel DelaCruz, Dr. John Wesley Halliburton, In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews six young Dentists just about to start their careers. The six Dentists are the founders of The Life and Dentistry Podcast and they are; Dr. Cole Hackett, Dr. Daniel DelaCruz, Dr. John Wesley Halliburton, Dr. Scotty Blanchard, Dr. Joe Blalock and Dr. Matthew Whitson. Two of these Dentists bought their first practice in their third year of Dental School! In this Show, Gary and his Guests discuss; The importance of having a network of supportive friends, how two Dentists bought a practice while still in Dental School, a discussion of the various career paths in dentistry, the importance of setting goals high enough, when a GPR might make sense and how to identify the best GPR, the path from Associate to Owner, why Gary is such a fan of owning your own practice, how to navigate speed bumps in your career, the difference between abundance and scarcity thinking, the importance of thinking about your legacy and the interview concludes with a great discussion on the importance of maintaining strong friendships throughout your career!<br /> <br /> Link to The Life and Dentistry Podcast page on Facebook: <br /> http://bit.ly/2gJzJ5F<br /> <br /> Link to The Life and Dentistry Podcast on Twitter:<br /> https://twitter.com/lifeanddent<br /> <br /> Link to The Life and Dentistry Podcast on Instagram:<br /> https://www.instagram.com/lifeanddentistry/ Takacs Learning Center clean 48:02 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/marketing-tips-from-a-guinness-world-record-holder-with-minal-sampat-rdh-0/ Wed, 29 Mar 2017 09:02:47 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5419 Digital marketing is a very effective way to attract quality new patients to your practice. The majority of people today will do a Google search for a new Dentist. In this Thriving Dentist Show interview, Gary invited his friend Minal Sampat to share h... Digital marketing is a very effective way to attract quality new patients to your practice. The majority of people today will do a Google search for a new Dentist. In this Thriving Dentist Show interview, Gary invited his friend Minal Sampat to share her tips on how to streamline your digital marketing to produce the best results. Minal has the unique perspective of a hygienist, marketing consultant, speaker and she is a Millennial who grew up in the world of digital marketing. In this Show Gary and Minal discuss; how to streamline your marketing activities to be most effective, specific way to differentiate yourself from the competition, best strategies to convert contacts to appointments, how to reverse engineer your marketing and the interview concludes with a fun example of a marketing activity that Minal directed that earned her a Guinness World Record!<br /> <br /> Minal's website: http://www.marketinggmm.com<br /> <br /> Minal's email address: minal@marketinggmm.com<br /> <br /> To receive a list of the digital resources that Minal uses and her '10 Steps to Streamline Marketing' text RESOURCES to 38470<br /> <br /> Link to join Minal's private Facebook Group: <br /> Dental Marketing with Minal Sampat RDH: <br /> https://www.facebook.com/groups/dentalmarketingwithminalsampatrdh/<br /> <br /> <br /> Takacs Learning Center clean 1:02:31 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/how-not-to-be-average-with-paolo-kalaw/ Wed, 22 Mar 2017 17:04:10 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5408 Gary has made it his life's work to study successful Dentists and in doing so he often looks outside of the dental profession to find role models of successful people in other settings. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary interviews his friend Paolo Kal... Gary has made it his life's work to study successful Dentists and in doing so he often looks outside of the dental profession to find role models of successful people in other settings. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary interviews his friend Paolo Kalaw to discuss the topic of what makes the difference between average and great. In this powerful interview, Gary and Paolo discuss; Lessons from the YPO (Young Presidents Organization) Conference Paolo recently hosted in Vancouver, British Columbia, the concept of learning to delegate, the groundbreaking work and research that Paolo did at MIT, the keys to developing a high performance team, the message in the book Simple Rules, how to benefit from artificial intelligence, the power of aggregating buying power for Dentists, how to be better today than they were yesterday, the power of choice as taught by Victor Frankl, and the concept of going to work because you want to not because you have to and Gary and Paolo discuss the introduction of Gary's new digital course tilted, '5 Keys to a Thriving Practice'. Paolo has committed his life to making a difference and it's our hope that this interview inspires you to make a difference every day!<br /> <br /> Link to Gary's Digital Course,'5 Keys to a Thriving Practice':<br /> http://thrivingdentist.com/nimbyx Takacs Learning Center clean 54:31 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/the-secret-to-becoming-passionate-about-dentistry-with-dr-lee-ann-brady/ Wed, 15 Mar 2017 15:46:31 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5403 In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invited his friend Dr. Lee Ann Brady back as a guest on the Show. Our long-time listeners might remember that Lee was the second guest on the Show back in 2012. In this interview Gary and Lee discuss; Lee's personal ... In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invited his friend Dr. Lee Ann Brady back as a guest on the Show. Our long-time listeners might remember that Lee was the second guest on the Show back in 2012. In this interview Gary and Lee discuss; Lee's personal journey from hating dentistry to becoming absolutely passionate about the profession, how to develop a successful work/life balance, a recent CBS News Money Watch story that ultimately shares a very positive perspective on dentistry, the upcoming course hosted by the Pankey Institute titled 'Making it All Work; A Special Retreat for Women in Dentistry' and the cool things that Lee is doing with her Restorative Nation online community. Lee is a brilliant Mentor and a great example of a Dentist who embraces the concept of lifelong learning! <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> Link to Thriving Dentist Show interview with Ricki Brasswell; 'Dentistry as the Greatest Profession' http://bit.ly/2hdtITR<br /> <br /> Lee's website: www.leeannbrady.com<br /> <br /> Lee's email address: lee@leeannbrady.com<br /> <br /> Lee's Restorative Nation website: www.RestorativeNation.com<br /> <br /> Link to CBS News Money Watch Article; 'Why Your Dentist Costs So Much' http://www.cbsnews.com/news/why-your-dentist-costs-so-much/<br /> <br /> Link to the Pankey Institute 'Making it All Work; A Special Retreat for Women in Dentistry' http://www.pankey.org/event/making-work-special-retreat-women-dentistry/<br /> <br /> Takacs Learning Center clean 1:00:18 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/materials-update-digital-scanners-and-live-patient-ce-courses-with-dr-david-hornbrook/ Wed, 08 Mar 2017 21:08:12 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5398 Dr. David Hornbrook has been a leading Educator and Mentor in dentistry for over 30 years and he is very passionate about helping patients and his colleagues alike! Gary was thrilled to have David back on the Thriving Dentist Show to cover a variety of... Dr. David Hornbrook has been a leading Educator and Mentor in dentistry for over 30 years and he is very passionate about helping patients and his colleagues alike! Gary was thrilled to have David back on the Thriving Dentist Show to cover a variety of topics. In this Show Gary and David discuss; Materials update including the latest monolithic High Translucency (HT) Zirconia and Ultra Translucency (UT) Zirconia, how these new materials provide high strength with beautiful aesthetics, new multi-phosphate primers, a review of digital scanners and why it's time to quit taking traditional polyvinyl impressions, how to have an effective consultative relationship with your lab and why this is so important, David's clinical concept of "aesthetics drive the case and function finishes the case" and cool advances in hands-on live patient CE courses and how David is making these courses much more affordable than in the past. David is a brilliant Mentor and you will absolutely LOVE his passion for dentistry and helping his colleagues! Takacs Learning Center clean 1:08:00 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/unleashing-the-power-of-disc-personality-styles-in-your-practice-with-chris-locurto/ Wed, 01 Mar 2017 14:25:50 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5393 The DISC Personality Styles is a powerful tool that can help you develop a stronger practice! In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews Chris LoCurto, a world-renowned expert on the DISC Personality Styles. The DISC Personality Styles is a powerful tool that can help you develop a stronger practice! In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews Chris LoCurto, a world-renowned expert on the DISC Personality Styles. In this interview Gary and Chris discuss; a summary of the four different DISC personality styles, how to use the DISC information to function better as a team, how to use the DISC information with your patients to better connect with them, how the DISC information can be used to increase case acceptance, the concept of 'leaning in' and why this is such a powerful communication skill and where to learn more about the DISC Personality Styles. You will thoroughly enjoy Chris' knowledge and passion around the DISC Personality Styles. This information will radically improve your practice!<br /> Takacs Learning Center clean 1:12:57 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/hustle-your-way-to-a-thriving-dental-practice-with-tiger-safarov/ Wed, 22 Feb 2017 15:54:50 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5388 One of Gary's favorite quotes comes from Coach John Wooden; "Nothing will work unless you do." This Thriving Dentist Show is with Tiger Safarov, a person who absolutely represents the hustle work ethic! Tiger came to the US from Russia in 2005 and has ... One of Gary's favorite quotes comes from Coach John Wooden; "Nothing will work unless you do." This Thriving Dentist Show is with Tiger Safarov, a person who absolutely represents the hustle work ethic! Tiger came to the US from Russia in 2005 and has created a number of successful dental businesses including a construction company that has built over 100 dental offices, and a dental supply company that is radically changing the way Dentists order supplies. In this Show, Gary and Tiger discuss; What it takes to be a successful entrepreneur, the myth of the work/life balance and a better way to achieve the balance that you desire, the immigrant advantage and how to apply this to your dental practice, tips to have a successful experience building your dental office, how to master dental supply inventory management and why team first is a requirement to achieving a successful dental practice. You will really enjoy Tiger's work ethic and his tips to Thriving in 2017 and beyond!<br /> Takacs Learning Center clean 1:00:28 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/integration-of-medicine-and-dentistry-with-bradley-bale-md-tom-larkin-dds/ Wed, 15 Feb 2017 15:11:12 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5385 This Thriving Dentist Show is a live interview that Gary did with Bradley Bale MD and Tom Larkin DDS. Both Doctors are authors of best-selling books and recognized worldwide as authorities on the oral/systemic connection. This Thriving Dentist Show is a live interview that Gary did with Bradley Bale MD and Tom Larkin DDS. Both Doctors are authors of best-selling books and recognized worldwide as authorities on the oral/systemic connection. This interview provides groundbreaking news in two specific areas; 1) Drs. Bale and Larkin share the newest scientific research published in the British Medical Journal (BMJ) proving that periodontal disease is a contributing cause of cardiovascular disease and 2) Gary and Drs. Bale and Larkin also discuss why Physicians and Dentists need to work together and how to make this happen. Other topics in this Show include: The specific high risk oral pathogens that cause cardiovascular disease, the three-part science of how these high risk pathogens cause cardiovascular disease, how Physicians and Dentists can work together more effectively, the critical role of the entire dental team (wellness is a team sport!), the effectiveness of the Bale/Doneen Method and the analogy of the 'cat in the gutter'. Drs. Bale and Larkin are committed to preventing heart disease and saving lives! Takacs Learning Center clean 52:12 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/strategies-to-take-action-on-what-you-learn-with-dr-mark-costes/ Wed, 08 Feb 2017 15:22:12 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5381 Dr. Mark Costes is an amazing resource for Dentists. Gary had the privilege of interviewing Mark at the recent Voices of Dentistry Conference in Nashville. Mark is a fellow podcaster (Dentalpreneur), owner of eight dental practices, Dr. Mark Costes is an amazing resource for Dentists. Gary had the privilege of interviewing Mark at the recent Voices of Dentistry Conference in Nashville. Mark is a fellow podcaster (Dentalpreneur), owner of eight dental practices, a coach and consultant to Dentists and the founder of the Horizon Schools of Dental Assisting. In this Show, Gary and Mark discuss; tips to help Dentists take action on what they learn, Mark's list of fantastic four books that will serve as a guides to help you implement what you learn, the blessing and the curse of being a perfectionist, how to develop a systems-driven practice, the power of abundance thinking, why persistence is a powerful trait and how to know when you are ready to expand to more than one practice. Mark is truly an incredible resource and you will enjoy his spirit of sharing his knowledge and experience with his colleagues. Takacs Learning Center clean 40:41 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/how-to-compete-with-the-big-boys-by-mastering-digital-marketing-with-jon-nelson/ Wed, 01 Feb 2017 14:55:32 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5376 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 64 minutes Many Dentists are concerned about how to compete with the big corporate practices and DSO’s. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friend Jon Nelson on exactly h... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 64 minutes Many Dentists are concerned about how to compete with the big corporate practices and DSO’s. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friend Jon Nelson on exactly how Dentists can successfully compete with the corporate offices and DSO’s by mastering digital marketing. […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:03:39 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tips-to-grow-your-practice-without-adding-more-new-patients-with-weston-lunsford/ Wed, 25 Jan 2017 17:08:28 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5370 Nearly every dental practice could benefit from strategic growth. To do so, most Dentists are focused on adding more new patients. While more new patients are indeed important, perhaps even more important is nurturing the existing patients that you alr... Nearly every dental practice could benefit from strategic growth. To do so, most Dentists are focused on adding more new patients. While more new patients are indeed important, perhaps even more important is nurturing the existing patients that you already have! In this Thriving Dentist Show, Weston Lunsford, Founder and CEO of Dental Intel shares his insights on how to grow your practice significantly without adding more new patients. In this interview Gary & Weston discuss; Three critical metrics that will drive your practice growth, the importance of data visualization metrics, why information without implementation is worthless, insights from the data that Weston gathered from over 1,000 dental practices (you will be absolutely astounded by this data!), why it's so important to 'close your back door' and a case study of how one Dentist used this information to increase his Net Income by a multiple of 5 to achieve the income that he was really worth. You will develop a newfound interest in practice data after listening to this episode. Takacs Learning Center clean 1:03:32 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/how-to-use-team-culture-and-cause-marketing-to-build-a-thriving-practice-with-michael-mchenry/ Wed, 18 Jan 2017 15:37:12 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5366 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 67 minutes In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary interviews his friend Michael McHenry on the topic of how to use Team Culture and Cause Marketing to build a thriving practice. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 67 minutes In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary interviews his friend Michael McHenry on the topic of how to use Team Culture and Cause Marketing to build a thriving practice. Michael’s formal title is President of Even Stevens, one of the hottest restaurant concepts in […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:06:41 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/practical-tips-to-build-the-implant-component-of-your-practice-with-dr-philip-gordon/ Wed, 11 Jan 2017 18:02:04 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5361 As many of our listeners know Gary is an advocate of adding dental implants (with advanced training) to your dental practice. Here are some statistics to support the need for dental implants; 76% of all Americans age 35+ are missing at least one tooth ... As many of our listeners know Gary is an advocate of adding dental implants (with advanced training) to your dental practice. Here are some statistics to support the need for dental implants; 76% of all Americans age 35+ are missing at least one tooth and 22% of all Americans age 60+ are completely edentulous. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary interviews his friend Dr. Philip Gordon on how to build the implant component of your practice. In this interview, Gary and Philip discuss; Why you must develop your leadership and communication skills to achieve your full implant potential, resources to develop your leadership & communication skills, great resources for implant education, useful Academies and Associations to become involved in to advance your implant education and some easy ways to get started on your path to adding dental implants to your practice. You will enjoy Philip's passion and genuine spirit of helping his colleagues!<br /> <br /> Philip's website: <a href="http://www.dentalimplantpractices.com" target="_blank">www.dentalimplantpractices.com</a><br /> <br /> Philip's email address: <a href="mailto:philipjgordon@gmail.com" target="_blank">philipjgordon@gmail.com</a><br /> <br /> Link to Ashley Latter's Books: <a href="http://www.ashleylatter.com/books" target="_blank">ashleylatter.com/books</a><br /> <br /> Link to Dr. Justin Moody: <a href="http://drjustinmoody.com" target="_blank">drjustinmoody.com</a><br /> <br /> Link to Dr. PK Clark & his Whitecap Institute: <a href="http://whitecapinstitute.com" target="_blank">whitecapinstitute.com</a><br /> Takacs Learning Center clean 47:41 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/new-year-new-you-7-strategies-to-make-2017-your-healthiest-year-yet-with-dr-uche-odiatu/ Wed, 04 Jan 2017 17:29:10 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5357 Ralph Waldo Emerson said; "The First Wealth is Health" and he was absolutely right! Good health is critically important if you are to achieve your full potential as a Dentist. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Ralph Waldo Emerson said; "The First Wealth is Health" and he was absolutely right! Good health is critically important if you are to achieve your full potential as a Dentist. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invited his fitness inspiration and mentor, Dr. Uche Odiatu to share his 7 strategies to make 2017 your healthiest year yet. In this interview Gary and Uche discuss these 7 strategies; <br /> 1) Stand and deliver <br /> 2) Sleep, you can't sleep poorly and be 100% healthy <br /> 3) Gut flora is the new black <br /> 4) Workout your brain daily <br /> 5) Fast to last, 3 meals + 2 snacks is old news <br /> 6) Make exercise part of your daily routine <br /> 7) Java Health; coffee gets the thumbs up! <br /> <br /> You will love Uche's wisdom and passion for health and fitness and his practical approach at making health and wellness accessible for busy professionals.<br /> <br /> Uche's email address: <a href="mailto:fitlove@rogers.com" target="_blank">fitlove@rogers.com</a><br /> <br /> Uche's cell number (he's great at texting!) 416-558-1774<br /> <br /> Uche on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/odiatu" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/odiatu</a><br /> <br /> Uche on Twitter: <a href="http://twitter.com/Fitspeakers" target="_blank">twitter.com/Fitspeakers</a><br /> <br /> Link for Uche's Book: <em><a href="http://amzn.to/2iwoAtp" target="_blank">The Miracle of Health</a></em> on Amazon<br /> <br /> <br /> Takacs Learning Center clean 1:04:12 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/lessons-from-a-green-beret-on-how-to-do-a-swot-analysis-of-your-practice-with-brett-rutherford/ Wed, 28 Dec 2016 08:00:53 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5349 Business lessons can be learned from surprising places. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary interviews his friend Brett Rutherford, retired member of the US Army Elite Special Forces better known as a 'Green Beret'. Business lessons can be learned from surprising places. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary interviews his friend Brett Rutherford, retired member of the US Army Elite Special Forces better known as a 'Green Beret'. Brett spent significant time as a Green Beret as a Paratrooper jumping from airplanes at 36,000 ft. Upon retirement from the US Army, Brett earned a college degree in finance and banking applying what he learned in his military career and his education to build a successful financial services company. In this Show, Gary and Brett discuss how to conduct a SWOT analysis of your practice. Gary and Brett discuss; The specifics of how to do a SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) analysis, the importance of conducting an internal and external SWOT analysis, how the right pension plan can be a strength in your practice, why 'key person' life insurance can help mitigate a potential threat and how to take action once you have conducted a SWOT analysis.<br /> <br /> Rutherford Financial Group is an independent company with securities offered through Capital Investment Group FINRA SIPC.<br /> Takacs Learning Center clean 54:10 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/dentistry-as-the-greatest-profession-with-ricki-braswell-ceo-pankey-institute/ Wed, 21 Dec 2016 18:48:24 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5344 The Pankey Institute has been an incredible resource for the Dental Profession for many years. For more than four decades the Pankey Institute has provided advanced dental education to help dental professionals develop their clinical, The Pankey Institute has been an incredible resource for the Dental Profession for many years. For more than four decades the Pankey Institute has provided advanced dental education to help dental professionals develop their clinical, behavioral and financial skills. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary interviews Ricki Braswell, the President and CEO of the L.D. Pankey Dental Foundation, most commonly referred to as the Pankey Insitute on why dentistry is the Greatest Profession. Gary and Ricki discuss; why dentistry must be patient-focused, what distracts Dentists from focusing on the patient, why the relationship-based, patient-centered, comprehensive care model of practice is so effective and tips to achieve this model, what makes the Pankey Institute unique, why so many leaders in the dental profession have their roots at the Pankey Insitute, why it's important to achieve a work/life balance and the upcoming Pankey Europe Conference. You will really enjoy Ricki's passion for the dental profession!<br /> Takacs Learning Center clean 1:10:11 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/how-to-develop-a-multidisciplinary-dental-practice-with-dr-james-goolnik/ Wed, 14 Dec 2016 15:40:11 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5341 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 60 minutes A multidisciplinary dental practice is a brilliant practice model that serves your existing patients and people in your community. In this Thriving Dentist Show, A multidisciplinary dental practice is a brilliant practice model that serves your existing patients and people in your community. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friend Dr. James Goolnik on how to develop a multidisciplinary practice, since James has done just that. James has developed his Bow Lane Dental practice in London, England from a single operatory practice to a premier multidisciplinary practice. In this Show, Gary and James discuss; The benefits of the multidisciplinary practice model, the details of how a multidisciplinary practice actually works, how you can successfully start adding specialists to your existing practice, which specialty to start with, how patients benefit from the multidisciplinary model and Gary and James also discuss James' book; Brush: Proven Strategies to Make You and Your Dental Business Shine and why this book is an excellent one for your Office Book Club! Takacs Learning Center clean 59:56 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/adult-orthodontics-as-an-excellent-practice-builder-with-umair-ahmed/ Wed, 07 Dec 2016 08:00:51 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5337 One of the best way to grow a thriving practice is to add selected services for your existing patients and for people in your community. With the proper training, adult orthodontics can be an excellent addition to a general dental practice. One of the best way to grow a thriving practice is to add selected services for your existing patients and for people in your community. With the proper training, adult orthodontics can be an excellent addition to a general dental practice. It's never too late for a patient to enjoy the benefits of a beautiful, healthy smile! In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary interviews his friend Umair Ahmed on the topic of adult orthodontics and how Six Month Smiles can be a great addition to your practice. In this Show Gary and Ahmed discuss: What exactly is short-term orthodontics, the benefits of adding adult orthodontics and specifically Six Month Smiles to your practice, how to maintain a great relationship with the orthodontists in your community, training required to be successful with adult orthodontics, the economic benefits and the development of digital treatment planning for your adult orthodontic cases. Takacs Learning Center clean 50:17 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/effective-social-media-marketing-campaigns-with-hayley-irons/ Wed, 30 Nov 2016 00:01:28 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5332 Social media has become an important part of many people's lives. Worldwide, Facebook has over 1.8 Billion active users! At the dental practice level, social media can be a very effective part of your marketing plan and a great way to attract quality n... Social media has become an important part of many people's lives. Worldwide, Facebook has over 1.8 Billion active users! At the dental practice level, social media can be a very effective part of your marketing plan and a great way to attract quality new patients. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friend Hayley Irons on some of the most effective social media campaigns she has designed for her clients. This Show is an excellent 'case study' on how to use social media in your marketing efforts. In this Show Gary and Hayley discuss; Why some campaigns go viral, a simple technique to get 37% more engagement, a fun way to attract more families to your practice, an excellent campaign to promote selected services in your practice and how to have fun with the 'selfie' craze. Throughout this interview Hayley shares how to create the right marketing mindset for you and your team members. Takacs Learning Center clean 56:51 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/thanksgiving-show-2016-a-highlight-of-significant-episodes-in-2016/ Wed, 23 Nov 2016 03:00:12 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5329 It has become an annual tradition here at the Thriving Dentist Show to publish a Thanksgiving Show that highlights significant episodes over the past year. Welcome to our 5th annual Thanksgiving Show! Below are links to the specific episodes that Gary ... It has become an annual tradition here at the Thriving Dentist Show to publish a Thanksgiving Show that highlights significant episodes over the past year. Welcome to our 5th annual Thanksgiving Show! Below are links to the specific episodes that Gary highlights in the Show: Takacs Learning Center clean 36:38 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/the-power-of-the-complete-health-dental-practice-model-with-gary-kadi/ Wed, 16 Nov 2016 03:00:51 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5326 It's important for every practice to have a B.H.A.G (Big Hairy Audacious Goal). Gary Kadi's B.H.A.G. is to help 30 Million people become healthier by 2020 and he's well on his way to achieving this dream. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary and Gary dis... It's important for every practice to have a B.H.A.G (Big Hairy Audacious Goal). Gary Kadi's B.H.A.G. is to help 30 Million people become healthier by 2020 and he's well on his way to achieving this dream. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary and Gary discuss; Why every practice and Dentist should have a B.H.A.G., the Complete Health Dental Practice Model, the five elements that are part of complete health dentistry, the acronym C.A.R.E. and why this is so important, the difference between content and context, the Healthy Mouth Baseline, how to talk to your existing patients about complete health dentistry and why the Complete Health Dental Practice Model is such an effective positioning strategy for your practice. Stay tuned to the end of the episode for an exciting announcement about a 'Race & Learn' Course coming in 2017 featuring Gary Kadi & Gary Takacs!<br /> <br /> Gary's website: <a href="http://www.nextlevelpractice.com" target="_blank">www.nextlevelpractice.com</a><br /> <br /> NOTE: Gary's new book, <em>Next Level Way</em> is available for free on the website!<br /> <br /> Takacs Learning Center clean 56:50 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/how-to-develop-a-relationship-driven-practice-discover-joy-in-dentistry-with-dr-paul-henny/ Wed, 09 Nov 2016 03:00:11 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5320 If you are a regular listener to the Thriving Dentist Show you likely know that Gary is a big advocate of a relationship-driven practice. Recently, Dr. Paul Henny visited Gary at LifeSmiles to brainstorm about the relationship-driven practice model and... If you are a regular listener to the Thriving Dentist Show you likely know that Gary is a big advocate of a relationship-driven practice. Recently, Dr. Paul Henny visited Gary at LifeSmiles to brainstorm about the relationship-driven practice model and how to adapt these concepts to 2016 and beyond. In this interview Paul and Gary discuss; Why the relationship-driven model is a pathway to joy and satisfaction for Dentists, the importance of developing a practice culture, elements of the LifeSmiles practice culture, what Leadership looks like in a relationship-driven practice, the concept of 'Seek first to understand before trying to be understood', why these concepts are more important than ever today given the changes in the dental profession and the interview concludes with a cool discussion about the community that Paul has created on Facebook (Bob Barkley Study Club) to share the concepts of the relationship-driven practice model. You'll enjoy this interview and Paul's passion for this style of practice. Takacs Learning Center clean 1:05:24 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/everything-you-need-to-know-about-pension-plans-with-reese-harper/ Wed, 02 Nov 2016 05:00:56 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5316 Recently, Gary received an email from a Thriving Dentist Show listener asking about the benefits of Pension Plans for Dentists. Gary thought this would be of interest to all Thriving Dentist Show listeners so he interviewed his friend Reese Harper on '... Recently, Gary received an email from a Thriving Dentist Show listener asking about the benefits of Pension Plans for Dentists. Gary thought this would be of interest to all Thriving Dentist Show listeners so he interviewed his friend Reese Harper on 'everything you need to know about pension plans'. In this Show Gary and Reese discuss; The various types of pension plans available to Dentists, how to determine which type of plan is best for you, tax considerations and how to use a pension plan for tax advantages, appropriate investments within your pension plan, the three-factor model of investing developed by Eugene Fama and Kenneth French, reporting and administrative responsibilities when you have a pension plan and how a pension plan can be an important part of your path to financial independence. This interview provides great information that any Dentist considering a pension plan needs to know.<br /> Takacs Learning Center clean 1:13:03 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/startup-vs-acquisition-which-option-is-best-for-you-with-jayme-amos/ Wed, 26 Oct 2016 03:00:14 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5309 There are some so called experts that will tell you that it is no longer possible to open a dental practice from scratch. However, our guest on this Thriving Dentist Show has helped hundreds of Dentists successfully open a dental practice from scratch ... There are some so called experts that will tell you that it is no longer possible to open a dental practice from scratch. However, our guest on this Thriving Dentist Show has helped hundreds of Dentists successfully open a dental practice from scratch and these Dentists have discovered that a startup was their best path to practice ownership. In this interview Gary and Jayme discuss; Why Dentists should consider a startup, how to evaluate your risk in starting a practice from scratch, the exact formula you can use to determine if you can afford a startup, how to determine if you are better suited to a startup or an acquisition, the first steps you should take when considering a startup and how to choose the right practice location. You will love Jayme's knowledge and passion for helping Dentists become practice owners via the startup process! Takacs Learning Center clean 1:05:54 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/the-power-of-unscripted-communication-with-katherine-eitel/ Wed, 19 Oct 2016 05:00:11 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5300 Great communication is a necessary element of a thriving practice. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary has invited his friend Katherine Eitel to share her thoughts on the power of unscripted communication. Katherine is an incredible communications skil... Great communication is a necessary element of a thriving practice. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary has invited his friend Katherine Eitel to share her thoughts on the power of unscripted communication. Katherine is an incredible communications skills coach and an absolute master of effective communication. In this interview, Gary and Katherine discuss; The importance of congruence in your communication, why scripted conversations are often not very effective, why 93% of communication is non-verbal, communication tips for handling conflict, how to have a critical conversation with an under-performing team member and where to start if you'd like to become a more effective communicator. This is such an important topic and you will LOVE Katherine's wisdom and passion for the topic! Takacs Learning Center clean 1:08:44 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/avoiding-the-risks-of-substance-abuse-with-dr-brett-kessler/ Wed, 12 Oct 2016 05:00:57 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5297 Statistically, somewhere between 10-20% of Dentists will experience an issue with substance abuse at some point in their career. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friend Dr. Brett Kessler on the topic of avoiding the risks of substance... Statistically, somewhere between 10-20% of Dentists will experience an issue with substance abuse at some point in their career. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friend Dr. Brett Kessler on the topic of avoiding the risks of substance abuse. Brett is a practicing Dentist in Colorado, a past President of the Colorado Dental Association, President-Elect of the Colorado Prosthodontic Society and a Consultant to the ADA Dental Well Being Advisory Committee. While these are impressive credentials, perhaps Brett's ultimate credentials on this topic is that he is a recovering substance abuse addict himself. In this interview, Brett shares his personal story of addiction, recovery and life after recovery. In addition to his personal story, Brett and Gary discuss; the stressors that can lead to addiction, warning signs of addiction, the possible consequences of substance abuse to your career, how to get help, why substance abuse is a disease and not just a weakness, why the success rate in treatment via a Health Professionals Treatment Program is 70-90% and the interview concludes with a discussion of how to help a colleague in trouble. This is a very important topic and the content of this powerful interview with Brett might just save someone's life. Takacs Learning Center clean 1:02:34 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/why-patient-attraction-and-retention-is-like-dating-with-janice-hurley/ Wed, 05 Oct 2016 05:00:58 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5293 Statistically, somewhere between 10-20% of Dentists will experience an issue with substance abuse at some point in their career. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friend Dr. Brett Kessler on the topic of avoiding the risks of substance... Photos are a very important element of your marketing plan. In this Thriving Show Gary interviews his friend Janice Hurley on the types of photos you need on your website, social media sites and throughout your marketing materials. Janice is known as 'The Image Expert' and also is a very accomplished photographer. In this interview, Gary and Janice discuss; How to take the best possible photo of your team, things to think about for the Dr. bio photo, why you should hire a professional photographer and how to make the most out of your photo shoot, the role of candid photos in your marketing materials, why patient attraction and retention is like dating and the interview concludes with a discussion of how Janice is helping her clients present their best possible image. This is a fun interview filled with information you can use NOW! Takacs Learning Center clean 50:30 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/the-power-of-upside-down-leadership-with-bob-spiel/ Wed, 28 Sep 2016 05:00:43 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5291 Statistically, somewhere between 10-20% of Dentists will experience an issue with substance abuse at some point in their career. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friend Dr. Brett Kessler on the topic of avoiding the risks of substance... Leadership is a necessary element of a thriving practice. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary interviews his friend Bob Spiel on the subject of Leadership and why upside-down leadership leads to increased performance and profit. In this interview Gary and Bob discuss; Why Leadership is necessary to achieve your full potential, the upside-down leadership model, the powerful story of the 2008 Hillcrest Varsity Football Team and how this applies to dentistry, why a team cannot run faster than its formal leader, tips to master the people side of dentistry and why Leadership is more important than ever given the changes taking place in the dental profession today. This is such an important topic and you will LOVE Bob's wisdom and passion for helping Dentists Master Leadership! Takacs Learning Center clean 49:37 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tips-for-negotiating-the-best-possible-fee-schedule-with-insurance-companies-with-ben-tuinei/ Wed, 21 Sep 2016 05:00:43 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5287 Statistically, somewhere between 10-20% of Dentists will experience an issue with substance abuse at some point in their career. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friend Dr. Brett Kessler on the topic of avoiding the risks of substance... Many Dentists are not aware that then can successfully negotiate their fee schedule with the insurance companies. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friend Ben Tuinei on this very important topic. Ben is an authority on negotiating with 3rd party payers and to-date has worked with over 5,000 Dentists resulting in over a billion dollars of newly negotiated revenue for his clients. In this powerful interview Gary and Ben discuss: How Ben got started in the dental profession, why be built a business focusing on negotiating fee schedules with insurance companies, specific strategies for successfully negotiating with insurance companies, the one question you MUST ask when starting the negotiation process with insurance companies, who should be the one negotiating with the insurance companies and the show concludes with a great discussion from Ben on his views on the future of dental insurance. Takacs Learning Center clean 1:04:26 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/getting-to-the-finish-line-with-dr-todd-snyder/ Wed, 14 Sep 2016 00:00:13 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5282 Statistically, somewhere between 10-20% of Dentists will experience an issue with substance abuse at some point in their career. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friend Dr. Brett Kessler on the topic of avoiding the risks of substance... If you are a regular listener to the Thriving Dentist Show you have heard Gary say that dentistry can truly provide you with an amazing career. Our guest on this Show is a shining example of how our incredible profession leads to fulfillment. Dr. Todd Snyder is a cosmetic dentist, best-selling author, international lecturer, researcher and instructor at a number of postgraduate teaching facilities. In addition to his dental activities, Todd is also a professional race car driver! In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary and Todd discuss; How racing cars provides many lessons to dentists, things dentists can do early in their career to accelerate their progress, marketing activities to attract quality new patients in the new digital world, and clinical tips that lead to higher quality and greater efficiency. You will LOVE Todd's passion for dentistry and the great life that dentistry can provide! Takacs Learning Center clean 57:56 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/harness-the-benefits-of-an-in-office-membership-plan-for-your-patients-with-jordon-comstock/ Wed, 07 Sep 2016 05:00:35 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5278 Statistically, somewhere between 10-20% of Dentists will experience an issue with substance abuse at some point in their career. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friend Dr. Brett Kessler on the topic of avoiding the risks of substance... Developing an in-office membership plan can be like harnessing the benefits of your own Amazon Prime program! In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friend Jordon Comstock on all of the details about creating your own in-office membership program for your patients. In this Show Gary and Jordon discuss; What exactly is a membership plan and why it is so useful for many patients in your practice and in your community, how to market your membership program, the legal pitfalls to avoid, how a membership plan can be a powerful growth opportunity of your practice, how to automate your membership program and how to avoid the common mistakes with your membership program. As a fun side note, you'll also learn about Jordon's connection to our outro song, Dream Big from Ryan Shupe and the Rubber Band! Takacs Learning Center clean 46:59 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/discover-how-drug-free-stress-intervention-can-be-a-great-practice-builder-with-jim-poole/ Wed, 31 Aug 2016 06:00:59 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5274 Statistically, somewhere between 10-20% of Dentists will experience an issue with substance abuse at some point in their career. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friend Dr. Brett Kessler on the topic of avoiding the risks of substance... If you like neuroscience you are going to LOVE this Thriving Dentist Show interview. Let's face it, the most complex, unpredictable and unreliable part of dentistry is the patient! In this Show, Gary interviews Jim Poole on the science behind an all-natural, drug-free stress intervention solution for patients that improves clinical outcomes and can be an outstanding practice builder. In this interview Gary and Jim discuss; the neuroscience of reducing stress, how NuCalm was developed and how it works, the four elements of NuCalm, how reducing stress in your patients creates better clinical outcomes, how athletes are using this technology to improve performance and how this technology can be an excellent practice builder. Takacs Learning Center clean 1:08:11 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/the-science-of-achieving-financial-independence-with-reese-harper/ Wed, 24 Aug 2016 09:00:57 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5270 Sadly, too many Dentists are working late in their careers because they have to, not because they want to. Let's face it, Dentists face massive financial pressures. Dental School is very costly and investing in your practice and keeping current with al... Sadly, too many Dentists are working late in their careers because they have to, not because they want to. Let's face it, Dentists face massive financial pressures. Dental School is very costly and investing in your practice and keeping current with all the great technology available today is expensive. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary invited his friend Reese Harper to share his wisdom on how to achieve financial independence so you can work because you want to, not because you have to! In this Show, Gary and Reese discuss; The Elements System for building wealth, how to avoid mistakes building your net worth, how to calculate exactly when you can retire, why it is such a mistake to base your retirement on the sale of your house and the sale of your practice, how to determine the appropriate savings rate at every stage of your career and most importantly, how to achieve financial peace of mind. This is important information for all Dentists! Takacs Learning Center clean 1:02:53 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/how-to-recalculate-when-things-dont-go-as-planned-with-karen-jacobsen/ Wed, 17 Aug 2016 00:00:16 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5266 Recently, Gary had the privilege of meeting Karen Jacobsen, the Australian voice of Siri. Karen is a best selling author, singer, voice-over artist and brilliant keynote speaker. Karen is also known as 'the gps girl' and is the speaking voice in over 1... Recently, Gary had the privilege of meeting Karen Jacobsen, the Australian voice of Siri. Karen is a best selling author, singer, voice-over artist and brilliant keynote speaker. Karen is also known as 'the gps girl' and is the speaking voice in over 100 million gps devices and over 400 million smartphone devices worldwide. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary and Karen discuss the concept of how to 'Recalculate' to navigate change and drive results. In this Show, Gary and Karen discuss; what does it mean to recalculate, when you will know if it's time to recalculate, the 5 specific directions for recalculating, the benefits of recalculating and what to do when you find yourself stuck. It's likely that we will all need to recalculate at one time or another in our lives and you will enjoy Karen's recommendations for what to do when things don't go as planned. Takacs Learning Center clean 50:48 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/what-not-to-wear-dental-style-with-rachel-mctarsney/ Wed, 10 Aug 2016 04:29:25 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5263 Many of our listeners may be familiar with the TLC TV show called 'What Not to Wear' featuring wardrobe and appearance makeovers. Well, the dental profession could benefit from 'What Not to Wear' dental style! Time to put those wrinkled, Many of our listeners may be familiar with the TLC TV show called 'What Not to Wear' featuring wardrobe and appearance makeovers. Well, the dental profession could benefit from 'What Not to Wear' dental style! Time to put those wrinkled, faded scrubs to rest. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary interviews Rachel McTarsney on the topic of appropriate apparel in the dental office. In this Show Gary and Rachel discuss; the history of scrubs, the most common complaints dental team members have with scrubs, the three most important qualities of good apparel (fit, fabric and style), why Rachel co-founded Renwalla, how they discovered the fabric RenFiber and the qualities of this fabric and how the right apparel improves the image of your office and the confidence of your team members. You will enjoy Rachel's passion for this important topic!<br /> Takacs Learning Center clean 41:06 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/the-story-behind-the-numbers-with-vicki-mcmanus-and-patti-sooy/ Wed, 03 Aug 2016 03:00:11 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5261 You likely know that Gary is a big fan of data! You have likely heard him say that "the numbers never lie". However, there is often a story behind the numbers and this Thriving Dentist Show interview is all about how to interpret the data to understand... You likely know that Gary is a big fan of data! You have likely heard him say that "the numbers never lie". However, there is often a story behind the numbers and this Thriving Dentist Show interview is all about how to interpret the data to understand what it means and what changes you need to make to achieve the results you desire. In this Show, Gary interviews two long-time friends, Vicki McManus and Patti Sooy. Vicki is the co-founder of the Productive Dentist Academy and Patti is their Director of Coaching. Vicki and Patti 'get' the numbers! In this interview Gary, Vicki and Patti discuss; why data is so important in a thriving practice, how data can align best practices, how to interpret the data to learn the story behind the numbers, how the data can point to the need to strengthen Leadership, Vision and Agreements in your practice and how you can use data to create a practice that could be considered an 'Investment Grade Business'. Lots of take-away information in this interview! Takacs Learning Center clean 55:07 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/buffered-anesthetic-as-a-game-changer-in-your-practice-with-dr-dan-davidian/ Wed, 27 Jul 2016 06:00:00 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5258 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 60 minutes One of the best ways to build your practice is to become known by your patients and by people in your community as the ‘Painless, On Time Dentist’. One of the best ways to build your practice is to become known by your patients and by people in your community as the 'Painless, On Time Dentist'. In this Thriving Dentist Show interview Gary interviews Dr. Dan Davidian on specific tips that will help you deliver painless injections that will also improve your office efficiency. In this Show, Gary and Dan discuss; what motivated Dan to develop the Anutra Local Anesthetic Delivery System, The family connection and how his Dad inspired the development of this system, the history of local anesthetic from whiskey to cocaine to lidocaine, the science of buffering, what buffering is doing and the benefits provided by buffering, how he gained FDA approval for the one handed feedback aspiration syringe and how buffered anesthetic has changed Dan's practice. You will enjoy learning the science of buffered anesthetic and Dan's passion for helping patients enjoy a comfortable injection.<br /> Takacs Learning Center clean 53:31 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/building-your-dream-practice-with-dr-david-moffet/ Wed, 20 Jul 2016 03:00:15 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5252 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 60 minutes You have likely heard this saying before; ‘If it’s been done before it must be possible’. There is much wisdom in that statement and when it comes to building his dream pract... You have likely heard this saying before; 'If it's been done before it must be possible'. There is much wisdom in that statement and when it comes to building his dream practice, me friend Dr. David Moffet has done so and is passionate about sharing his experiences with other Dentists. In this interview David and I discuss; Some fundamentals that must be in place to achieve a dream practice, why morning huddles are so important and how to do them, scheduling tips for consistently productive days, how to evaluate the data in your practice, dentistry as a 'people' game and how to create the ultimate patient experience. David built his dream practice and so can you! Takacs Learning Center clean 59:18 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/no-more-dentures-partials-and-bridges-with-dr-justin-moody/ Wed, 13 Jul 2016 06:00:30 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5249 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 64 minutes Dental Implants can be a very important component of a thriving practice. A recent study reported that 76% of Americans ages 35+ are missing at least one tooth and 22% of Ame... Dental Implants can be a very important component of a thriving practice. A recent study reported that 76% of Americans ages 35+ are missing at least one tooth and 22% of Americans 60+ are completely edentulous. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friend Dr. Justin Moody on 'all things implants'. Justin is a real world authority who has developed a very successful practice limited to dental implants in Rapid City, SD. In this Show, Gary and Justin discuss; Why implants are not just a specialty service any more, where general dentists can get a good solid implant education, the importance of credentials and where to pursue these credentials and the importance of laboratory support for implants. You will LOVE the real world information provided in this interview! Takacs Learning Center clean 1:03:25 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tips-to-optimize-your-dental-practice-management-software-with-dayna-johnson/ Wed, 06 Jul 2016 06:00:08 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5246 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 61 minutes Practice management software is a critical element in every thriving practice. Yet many Dentists and Team Members are only using a small fraction of the capabilities of their... Practice management software is a critical element in every thriving practice. Yet many Dentists and Team Members are only using a small fraction of the capabilities of their practice management software. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friend Dayna Johnson on specific tips to optimize your dental practice management software. Dayna is an authority on this subject and passionate about helping her colleagues. In this interview, Gary and Dayna discuss; Why many dental offices are still using a paper chart, the four specific benefits of converting to digital records, the three key elements of a successful paperless transition, important security tips, a fool proof back up system and the five most important statistics that every office should monitor with their practice management software.<br /> Takacs Learning Center clean 1:00:18 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/dr-bob-barkley-and-why-he-matters-more-than-ever-today-with-dr-paul-henny/ Wed, 29 Jun 2016 06:00:07 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5242 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 66 minutes Dr. Bob Barkley was a pioneer in the Dental Profession! He was considered by many to be a leader in the world of prevention and he was passionate about developing the Dentist... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 66 minutes Dr. Bob Barkley was a pioneer in the Dental Profession! He was considered by many to be a leader in the world of prevention and he was passionate about developing the Dentist-Patient relationship built on trust and understanding. Although Dr. Barkley is no […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:06:01 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/keys-to-growing-your-hygiene-department-to-full-potential-with-heidi-arndt-rdh/ Wed, 22 Jun 2016 06:00:06 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5237 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 60 minutes A strong hygiene department = a thriving practice! In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary interviews his friend, Heidi Arndt RDH on how to grow your hygiene department to full po... A strong hygiene department = a thriving practice! In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary interviews his friend, Heidi Arndt RDH on how to grow your hygiene department to full potential. Heidi has led and managed a hygiene team for a large group practice that collectively produced more than $140 Million per year in hygiene department production. In this interview Gary and Heidi discuss; the challenges that dental practices are experiencing when it comes to improving their hygiene department, the most common growth opportunities in your hygiene department, how the Dentist/Office manager can identify these opportunities, next steps to take to tap into these growth opportunities and how you can ensure continued hygiene department growth. You'll really enjoy Heidi's passion for hygiene and helping dental offices achieve the full potential of their hygiene department! Takacs Learning Center clean 59:22 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/data-the-path-from-survival-to-success-to-significance-with-kerry-straine-and-weston-lunsford/ Wed, 15 Jun 2016 06:00:17 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5232 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 63 minutes If you are a regular listener to the Thriving Dentist Show you have heard Gary say that “Data Never Lies”! In this Show, Gary interviews two awesome resources in Kerry Strain... If you are a regular listener to the Thriving Dentist Show you have heard Gary say that "Data Never Lies"! In this Show, Gary interviews two awesome resources in Kerry Straine and Weston Lunsford. They absolutely share Gary's passion for data. In this interview, Gary, Weston and Kerry discuss; why Dentists must understand the data in their practice to make informed management decisions, how to interpret the data they discover, why understanding key KPI's (Key Performance Indicators) is your key to thriving in these changing times, the Y.O.U. acronym for practice success, a simple profitability formula and why data must be combined with Vision, Leadership and Culture to achieve your full practice potential. You will LOVE this inspiring discussion and you will also LOVE the passion that Gary, Weston and Kerry have for data! Takacs Learning Center clean 1:02:46 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tips-to-massively-increase-case-acceptance-with-ashley-latter/ Wed, 08 Jun 2016 06:00:51 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5229 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 56 minutes Ashley Latter is a returning guest on the Thriving Dentist Show and a brilliant authority on ethical sales training for Dentists. Ashley Latter is a returning guest on the Thriving Dentist Show and a brilliant authority on ethical sales training for Dentists. In this Thriving Dentist Show interview Gary and ashley discuss why Dentists should be asking more questions when presenting treatment plans with patients. In this Show, Gary and Ashley discuss; Why asking more questions is your quickest path to increased case acceptance, the difference between closed-ended and open-ended questions, the listening mistake that many Dentists make, the four questions that should be part of your case presentation sequence and the one question that will radically increase your case acceptance. This is a very practical interview filled with use-it-now information that will help you guide more patients to accept ideal treatment recommendations!<br /> <br /> Ashley's website: www.ashleylatter.com<br /> <br /> Ashley's email address: ashley@thesellingcoach.com<br /> <br /> Gary's email address: gary@takacslearningcenter.com<br /> <br /> Send Ashley or Gary an email with the word 'Yes' in the subject line if you would be interested in Ashley and Gary providing a digital CE course together on the topic of 'Strategies to Increase Case Acceptance' Takacs Learning Center clean 55:47 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/empowering-todays-dental-assistants-with-kevin-henry/ Wed, 01 Jun 2016 03:00:42 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5225 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 60 minutes Dental Assistants are often the unsung heroes of dentistry and they play a critical role is the success of a practice. Kevin Henry is regarded as the ‘Champion of Dental Assi... Dental Assistants are often the unsung heroes of dentistry and they play a critical role is the success of a practice. Kevin Henry is regarded as the 'Champion of Dental Assistants' and he is passionate about helping dental assistants achieve their full potential. In this Thriving Dentist Show interview Gary and Kevin discuss the changing role of today's dental assistants and how they contribute to a thriving practice. Some of the topics discussed include; How dental assistants can become a bigger part of the practice, why dental assistants need to understand the numbers of the practice, how to develop a great relationship with your dental assistants and five specific recommendations for dental assistants to achieve their full potential. You will love Kevin's passion for all things related to dental assistants and his practical, use-it-now recommendations! Takacs Learning Center clean 59:35 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/7-reasons-why-exercise-more-success-with-dr-uche-odiatu/ Wed, 25 May 2016 06:00:35 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5215 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 59 minutes John F. Kennedy said; “Physical fitness is the foundation of all forms of excellence”. JFK was right! The Thriving Dentist Show is all about information that will help you de... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 59 minutes John F. Kennedy said; “Physical fitness is the foundation of all forms of excellence”. JFK was right! The Thriving Dentist Show is all about information that will help you develop your ideal practice and your personal fitness plays a strong roll in your […] Takacs Learning Center clean 58:48 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/the-3-most-common-labor-law-mistakes-that-dentists-make-with-ali-oromchian/ Wed, 18 May 2016 06:00:55 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5211 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 34 minutes Navigating the maze of employment law is a challenge that every Dentist must face. Labor law is very complicated and the potential fines and penalties can be significant. Navigating the maze of employment law is a challenge that every Dentist must face. Labor law is very complicated and the potential fines and penalties can be significant. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary interviews his friend, Ali Oromchian on the topic of what every Dentist needs to know about Labor Law. Ali is an attorney with a focus on Dental Labor Law and he is considered by many to be the most experienced expert on Dental Labor Law in the country. In this interview Gary and Ali discuss; the importance of an employee manual as the foundation of your HR policies in your practice, potential fines that Dentists face when in violation of Labor Law, the three most common labor law mistakes that Dentists make and how a solid, compliant HR system in your practice in a critical component of a Thriving practice. Ali Oromchian is a resource that every Dentist needs to know!<br /> Takacs Learning Center clean 33:50 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/dental-photography-made-easy-with-bill-moore/ Wed, 11 May 2016 06:00:04 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5206 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 61 minutes Digital photography has so many powerful applications in a dental practice today! In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary interviews his friend Bill Moore on the topic of masterin... Digital photography has so many powerful applications in a dental practice today! In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary interviews his friend Bill Moore on the topic of mastering dental digital photography. In this Show Gary and Bill discuss; how Bill became interested in digital photography and his interesting dental connection, the most challenging aspects of digital photography for Dentists and Team Members, a discussion of the best equipment for dental photography, the five most powerful applications of digital photography for dental offices and how to make the process of digital photography simple! You will enjoy Bill's passion for dental photography and his skill at taking a complex topic and making it simple and easy. Takacs Learning Center clean 1:01:15 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds224greg-pitts/ Wed, 04 May 2016 06:00:37 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5202 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 53 minutes Gary and Dr. Greg Pitts have been friends for many years. You may remember that Greg was the first interview that Gary did for the Thriving Dentist Show as episode #3 back in... Gary and Dr. Greg Pitts have been friends for many years. You may remember that Greg was the first interview that Gary did for the Thriving Dentist Show as episode #3 back in January 2012. We have brought Greg back to share the top ten things that he couldn't live without with our listeners. Greg has an exceptional practice where he and his Team embrace technology but also take a great deal of pride in providing a remarkable experience for his patients. Greg's list includes some technology advancements big and small, and also a couple of things from the behavioral side of dentistry. You will really enjoy Greg's 'Top Ten List' and his passion for helping his patients and his colleagues! Takacs Learning Center clean 52:37 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds223alan-mead/ Wed, 27 Apr 2016 06:00:45 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5196 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 85 minutes Last week we published a Thriving Dentist Show titled; ‘Breaking Free From the Shackles of Insurance’. As usual, Gary published a link to the new Show on Facebook with a shor... Last week we published a Thriving Dentist Show titled; 'Breaking Free From the Shackles of Insurance'. As usual, Gary published a link to the new Show on Facebook with a short summary of the content of the Show. In the comments, Dr. Tarun Agarwal indicated that he really appreciates Gary's perspective but he has figured out how to make insurance work in his practice and he proposed a debate on the subject. Dr. Alan Mead, co-creater of The Dental Hacks podcast agreed to moderate the debate. In this Show, Gary, Tarun and Alan discuss; The various types of insurance, how Tarun and Gary both handle insurance in their practices, Tarun's perspective on the difference between a 'practice' and a 'business', how to be insurance-friendly in any format, how to answer the question; 'do you take my insurance' and host of other details around the topic of insurance. The show concludes with a stimulating discussion about the real issue that holds most practices from achieving their potential! Takacs Learning Center clean 1:25:19 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds222gary-takacs/ Wed, 20 Apr 2016 06:00:08 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5193 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 56 minutes Dental Insurance can be a challenge for most dental offices. Many PPO plans provide such a low reimbursement that it doesn’t make sense to be a contracted provider. Lately, Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 56 minutes Dental Insurance can be a challenge for most dental offices. Many PPO plans provide such a low reimbursement that it doesn’t make sense to be a contracted provider. Lately, Gary has been getting many questions from Dentists about how they can reduce their […] Takacs Learning Center clean 56:01 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds221anissa-holmes/ Wed, 13 Apr 2016 06:00:24 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5189 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 60 minutes Social media has become an effective way to attract quality new patients to your practice. The key to successful social media marketing is a combination of excellent content ... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 60 minutes Social media has become an effective way to attract quality new patients to your practice. The key to successful social media marketing is a combination of excellent content and a proven strategy. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friend Dr. Anissa […] Takacs Learning Center clean 59:53 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds220trevor-maurer/ Wed, 06 Apr 2016 06:00:28 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5185 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 60 minutes One of the trends facing the dental profession today is the rise of corporate dentistry. Eight new corporate dental offices are opening each new business day in 2016. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 60 minutes One of the trends facing the dental profession today is the rise of corporate dentistry. Eight new corporate dental offices are opening each new business day in 2016. In this Show, Gary interviews his friend Trevor Maurer, CEO of Smile Source, to discuss […] Takacs Learning Center clean 59:05 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds219neha-garge/ Wed, 30 Mar 2016 06:00:22 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5180 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 60 minutes Making the transition from Dental School to the real world of practicing dentistry can be a challenge. To help Dentists succeed in that transition Gary interviews Dr. Making the transition from Dental School to the real world of practicing dentistry can be a challenge. To help Dentists succeed in that transition Gary interviews Dr. Neha Garge in this Thriving Dentist Show. Neha is the author of the book; The New Dentists Guide to Real World Dentistry. In the interview Gary and Neha discuss; Why Neha wrote the book, her experiences in transitioning from Dental School to a practicing Dentist, excellent resources so you don't feel like you are practicing alone, awesome CE resources, the importance in investing in yourself even when it seems like you can't afford it, the importance of understanding the business side of dentistry as early as possible and a host of other recommendations to help launch your career. You'll enjoy Neha's honest, straightforward approach of sharing her challenges and successes! Takacs Learning Center clean 59:34 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds218jack-hadley/ Wed, 23 Mar 2016 06:00:04 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5177 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 54 minutes Social media is a very important component of your digital marketing plan for a thriving practice today. In this Show Gary interviews a returning guest and amazing digital ma... Social media is a very important component of your digital marketing plan for a thriving practice today. In this Show Gary interviews a returning guest and amazing digital marketing thought leader, Jack Hadley on the topic of how to use Facebook to attract new patients. In this interview Gary and Jack discuss; How social media has evolved and why your practice should be using social media as part of your marketing plan, the three specific techniques you can use with Facebook to attract new patients, how the Facebook posting algorithm has changed and why this is critical information, how Google uses your social media content in their ranking algorithm and the four characteristics of great content. The interview concludes with a discussion of the upcoming Digital Marketing Conference in Dallas, TX. You will enjoy Jack's immense knowledge on the topic of digital marketing and his style of sharing successful case studies.<br /> Takacs Learning Center clean 53:33 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds217louis-kaufman/ Wed, 16 Mar 2016 06:00:23 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5174 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 59 minutes One of the reasons that Gary produces this Thriving Dentist Show is to share the cool things that Dentists are doing to thrive today. One of the reasons that Gary produces this Thriving Dentist Show is to share the cool things that Dentists are doing to thrive today. In this Show Gary brings back a returning guest, Dr. Lou Kaufman from Chicago to share the things that are working for him in 2016. In this information-filled interview Gary and Lou discuss; How Lou is using Nucalm in his practice to help patients relax and reduce the stress of a dental visit, the four elements of the science behind Nucalm, how Lou is staying competitive and independent in a very saturated market, the importance of planting esthetic seeds for patients and how Lou successfully approaches comprehensive treatment planning without overwhelming patients. You will LOVE Lou's 'real world' approach to practice success!<br /> <br /> Takacs Learning Center clean 58:54 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds216stephanie-lodding-rdh/ Wed, 09 Mar 2016 06:00:14 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5170 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 55 minutes If you are a regular listener to the Thriving Dentist Show you know that Gary feels strongly that your hygiene depart is a critical component of a thriving practice. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 55 minutes If you are a regular listener to the Thriving Dentist Show you know that Gary feels strongly that your hygiene depart is a critical component of a thriving practice. In this Show Gary interviews his friend Stephanie Lodding on the keys to a […] Takacs Learning Center clean 55:08 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds215bethany-piziks/ Wed, 02 Mar 2016 06:00:29 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5167 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 53 minutes News Flash: Dentistry is a stressful profession! You know that Gary is ‘Bullish’ on the the dental profession, but he feels it is also important to recognize that dentistry c... News Flash: Dentistry is a stressful profession! You know that Gary is 'Bullish' on the the dental profession, but he feels it is also important to recognize that dentistry can be very stressful. To help dental professionals reduce stress in their lives and achieve a better life balance, Gary interviewed his friend Dr. Bethany Pizkis. Bethany is a Dentist, a Life Coach and a Certified Equine Gestalt Coach. In this important interview, Gary and Bethany discuss; The incident of stress in the dental profession, what causes Dentists and Team Members to experience stress, how equine workshops can help you reduce stress and gain better balance, how horses recognize your heart and your spirit, why it is SO important to be 'present' with your patients and how horses can help you master the art and science of being present and host of other techniques to help you gain a better balance in your life. You will LOVE Bethany's honesty in sharing her experiences and her passion for helping her colleagues. Takacs Learning Center clean 52:55 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds214guy-lewis/ Wed, 24 Feb 2016 06:00:15 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5162 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 70 minutes Helping patients have a beautiful, healthy smile can truly be a life-changing experience. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary interviews his friend Dr. Helping patients have a beautiful, healthy smile can truly be a life-changing experience. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary interviews his friend Dr. Guy Lewis on the topic of how to build the cosmetic component of your practice. Guy has a practice is Houston, TX with a very strong focus on cosmetic dentistry and has been a leader in the world of cosmetic dentistry for many years. In this interview, Gary and Guy discuss; Four specific tips that you can use to build to cosmetic component of your practice, how the AACD has benefitted Guy and why you should consider becoming a member, the AACD Give Back a Smile program and how this program is changing lives (Guy shares a very cool case he did as a Give Back a Smile case) and we finish the interview with a discussion of some other areas of dentistry that are of interest to Guy these days. You will absolutely LOVE Guy's passion for cosmetic dentistry and helping his colleagues!<br /> Takacs Learning Center clean 1:09:49 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds213frank-darras/ Wed, 17 Feb 2016 06:00:53 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5159 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 54 minutes Disability insurance is one of those topics that most Dentists don’t even think about until you need to file a claim. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Disability insurance is one of those topics that most Dentists don't even think about until you need to file a claim. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews Frank Darras, the founder of America's top disability law firm. Frank helps protect Dentists by educating them on the details of their disability insurance policy. In this important interview Gary and Frank discuss; the four most common individual disability policies that Dentists need to know about, whether you should pay your policy through your practice or pay it personally, the details of business overhead expense coverage, important clauses in your policy that you MUST know about, the disadvantages of group long term disability coverage, how ERISA impacts disability insurance and the top 10 reason disability claims are denied. This is a very important topic and Frank is passionate about helping you understand the details! Takacs Learning Center clean 54:09 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds212lance-timmerman/ Wed, 10 Feb 2016 06:00:45 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5154 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 54 minutes News Flash: Dentistry is changing! If you are a regular listener to the Thriving Dentist Show you know that Gary is ‘bullish’ on the future of dentistry. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 54 minutes News Flash: Dentistry is changing! If you are a regular listener to the Thriving Dentist Show you know that Gary is ‘bullish’ on the future of dentistry. His guest in this interview, Dr. Lance Timmerman, shares Gary’s positive perspective on the future of […] Takacs Learning Center clean 53:23 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds211jeffrey-harrison/ Wed, 03 Feb 2016 06:00:48 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5149 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 51 minutes If you are a regular listener to the Thriving Dentist Show you know that Gary has a deep appreciation for technology, especially technology that can help you build your pract... If you are a regular listener to the Thriving Dentist Show you know that Gary has a deep appreciation for technology, especially technology that can help you build your practice. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary interviews his friend Dr. Jeffrey Harrison all about laser technology and how they can improve clinical care and build your practice. In this interview Gary and Jeff discuss; The different types of lasers and their applications, how Jeff has used lasers to grow his practice, how lasers can increase patient referrals and help you get more favorable online reviews, how lasers have resulted in improved clinical care for Jeff, the use of lasers for conservative perio therapy and an innovative application for lasers for failing dental implants. Think of this Show as 'everything you ever wanted to know about lasers'!<br /> Takacs Learning Center clean 50:41 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds210david-eshom/ Wed, 27 Jan 2016 06:00:39 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5146 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 52 minutes Adult orthodontics is an excellent way to grow your general dental practice. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary interviews his friend Dr. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 52 minutes Adult orthodontics is an excellent way to grow your general dental practice. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary interviews his friend Dr. David Eshom on how he became a Top 1% Invisalign provider. Gary and Dave discuss; Why adult orthodontics is important in […] Takacs Learning Center clean 51:58 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds209heidi-mount/ Wed, 20 Jan 2016 06:00:20 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5144 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 52 minutes Keeping your schedule full and productive is one of the most important tasks in your practice. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary interviews his friend Heidi Mount. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 52 minutes Keeping your schedule full and productive is one of the most important tasks in your practice. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary interviews his friend Heidi Mount. She has over 25 years of experience in the dental profession and is passionate about helping […] Takacs Learning Center clean 52:16 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds208prem-sehmi/ Wed, 13 Jan 2016 06:00:57 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5140 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 52 minutes Gary has made it a habit to study successful people inside and outside of dentistry. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friend Dr. Gary has made it a habit to study successful people inside and outside of dentistry. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friend Dr. Prem Sehmi on his path as a Dentist and as a very successful entrepreneur. In this inspiring interview Gary and Prem discuss; the path that led Prem away from the clinical practice of dentistry, how he developed a collection of 14 dental practices, why he developed a dental lab, how Prem has successfully developed 12 other businesses, why he is so excited about Quick Straight Teeth (QST), why affordability is an important goal of any business today, how you can deliver high quality at a fair price and how all the business lessons that Prem has learned can apply to your practice. You will appreciate Prem's business experience, his humility and his absolute passion for the business side of dentistry.<br /> <br /> Prem's website: <a href="http://www.quickstraightteeth.co.uk" target="_blank">www.quickstraightteeth.co.uk</a><br /> <br /> Prem's email address: psehmi [at] hotmail [dot] com Takacs Learning Center clean 52:09 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds207mike-buckner/ Wed, 06 Jan 2016 06:00:04 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5137 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 54 minutes Many dental offices today struggle with patient retention. This often is reflected in very weak hygiene departments with a low percentage of patients involved in regular re-c... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 54 minutes Many dental offices today struggle with patient retention. This often is reflected in very weak hygiene departments with a low percentage of patients involved in regular re-care. You have often heard Gary state that a strong hygiene department leads to a strong practice! […] Takacs Learning Center clean 54:04 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/206tarun-agarwal/ Wed, 30 Dec 2015 06:00:32 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5131 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 64 minutes This is a great time to reflect on the past year and make plans and set goals for the coming year. We are devoted to helping make 2016 your best year yet and to that end, This is a great time to reflect on the past year and make plans and set goals for the coming year. We are devoted to helping make 2016 your best year yet and to that end, this Thriving Dentist Show is an awesome interview with Dr. Tarun Agarwal on four specific strategies to grow your practice without adding any additional new patients. In this interview Gary and Tarun discuss; Why raising fees is not a viable option for practice growth for most Dentists, why seeing more patients is a flawed growth strategy, how to become a true General Dentist rather than just a Restorative Dentist by adding the following services; Dental Implants, Adult Orthodontics, Sleep Apnea and Medical Billing. Tarun discusses how adding these services will allow you to grow your practice, better serve your existing patients and create more professional satisfaction! You will enjoy Tarun's 'real world' advice and his passion for helping his colleagues. Takacs Learning Center clean 1:04:07 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds205roger-adams/ Wed, 23 Dec 2015 06:00:53 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5128 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 51 minutes Within the last 10 years the gender demographics in dentistry has shifted radically. Today, more than 50% of Dental Students currently enrolled in Dental School are women and... Within the last 10 years the gender demographics in<br /> dentistry has shifted radically. Today, more than 50% of Dental Students<br /> currently enrolled in Dental School are women and more women are owning<br /> dental practices and assuming leadership roles in the dental profession.<br /> To address this important topic, Gary interviewed his friend Roger Adams<br /> of the topic of these changing demographics and what this means to the<br /> dental profession. In this interview Gary and Roger discuss; the<br /> changing demographics, the impact these changes are having on the<br /> profession, why this is an important topic for anyone in the dental<br /> profession and prominent women dentists who are assuming leadership<br /> positions in dentistry. Gary and Roger also discuss the upcoming Women<br /> in Dentistry Conference at the Canyon Resort in Park City, UT. This is a<br /> very important topic and you'll enjoy Gary and Roger's discussion! Takacs Learning Center clean 50:48 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds204roy-shelburne/ Wed, 16 Dec 2015 06:00:19 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5123 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 50 minutes This may be the most important Thriving Dentist Show we have published to date. In this Show, Gary interviews Dr. Roy Shelburne about the experience that turned his life upsi... This may be the most important Thriving Dentist Show we have published to date. In this Show, Gary interviews Dr. Roy Shelburne about the experience that turned his life upside down. Roy practiced dentistry in what was once his grandfather's hardware store in a small town in Virginia for over 20 years. Roy had a very typical existence as a small town Dentist until an FBI investigation, jury trial, conviction and ultimately serving a 19 month prison sentence significantly altered the course of his career. In this very candid interview, Roy shares his story in the hopes that this nightmare doesn't happen to you! The good news is that there are ways to prevent what happened to Roy from happening to you and Roy shares specific advice to help you avoid serious legal issues. One of the most amazing aspects of this story is that through it all Roy never let his experiences turn him bitter, but rather, he has used his story as a rallying point to help his colleagues. This is truly an interview that every Dentist needs to hear!<br /> Takacs Learning Center clean 49:40 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds203uche-odiatu/ Wed, 09 Dec 2015 06:00:55 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5120 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 65 minutes Dr. Uche Odiatu is Gary’s go-to resource and inspiration for health and wellness. In addition to being an amazing Dentist, Uche has three advanced fitness certifications. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 65 minutes Dr. Uche Odiatu is Gary’s go-to resource and inspiration for health and wellness. In addition to being an amazing Dentist, Uche has three advanced fitness certifications. Gary wanted to time this interview because of the challenges of eating healthy during the Holiday Season. […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:05:05 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/proven-tips-to-increase-patient-attendance-with-missy-fryer/ Wed, 02 Dec 2015 06:00:58 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5115 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 61 minutes Getting patients to keep their appointments is a big issue in many dental offices today. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary interviews his friend Missy Fryer to provide solut... Getting patients to keep their appointments is a big issue in many dental offices today. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary interviews his friend Missy Fryer to provide solutions that will radically improve patient attendance in your practice. Missy has tested these solutions in her practice in Northeast Ohio with amazing results and duplicated these results in practices all over the country. In this interview, Gary and Missy discuss; how to specifically measure patient attendance in three categories of appointments, some reasons why patients cancel or no-show for appointments, how to change the culture of you practice to help patients place greater value on their appointments and specific steps to radically reduce cancellations and no shows. You will LOVE Missy's real world experience and her practical solutions to increase patient attendance. Takacs Learning Center clean 1:00:50 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds201thanksgiving-show-2015/ Wed, 25 Nov 2015 06:00:09 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5112 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 40 minutes It has become a Thanksgiving tradition at the Thriving Dentist Show for Gary to provide a review of the most downloaded episodes over the past year. t has become a Thanksgiving tradition at the Thriving Dentist Show for Gary to provide a review of the most downloaded episodes over the past year. Not only does Gary provide a summary of the most popular shows, but he also provides an actionable recommendation from each show. If you are new to the Thriving Dentist Show you will appreciate the summaries of the most popular shows and if you are a regular listener you will enjoy the reviews and especially the recommendations from each show. Wishing you and your family a very Happy Thanksgiving!<br /> <br /> Here are the links to the shows that Gary highlights in this episode:<br /> <br /> <a href="http://bit.ly/1BMq6YF">Six Simple Strategies for Success in 2015 with Dr. Uche Odiatu</a><br /> <br /> <a href="http://bit.ly/1Kaa25R">Effective Team Building with Brenda McNulty </a><br /> <br /> <a href="http://bit.ly/1vsiKLH">24 Systems for a Thriving Dental Practice</a> <br /> <br /> <a href="http://bit.ly/1CxisFM">How to Build Trust in Your Marketing Activities with Mark Oborn</a> <br /> <br /> <a href="http://bit.ly/1DdnpOf">Dentistry Can Be Everything You Want it to Be with Dr. Tarun Agarwal</a> <br /> <br /> <a href="http://bit.ly/1bxUMVI">Top Tips to Successfully Retire with Financial Independence with Dr. Doug Carlsen</a> <br /> <br /> <a href="http://bit.ly/1J4a8v8">Mastering the Emotions of Treatment Acceptance with Dr. Bob Frazer</a> <br /> <br /> <a href="http://bit.ly/1NHV2RX">A KPI to Measure Case Acceptance with Weston Lunsford</a> <br /> <br /> <a href="http://bit.ly/1ii1XoS">The 7 Elements of a Balanced Life for a Thriving Dentist with Dr. Uche Odiatu</a> <br /> <br /> <a href="http://bit.ly/1LjPN5X">Solutions to the Two Most Pressing Business Issues Facing Dentists Today with Ashley Latter</a> <br /> <br /> <a href="http://bit.ly/1l7F5tQ">Creating a Dental Practice Everyone Talks About with Fred Joyal</a> <br /> <br /> <a href="http://bit.ly/1HWZ60g">The Power of Applied Strategic Planning with Dr. Bob Frazer</a> Takacs Learning Center clean 39:59 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds200bob-frazer/ Wed, 18 Nov 2015 06:00:17 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5108 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 65 minutes This is our 200th episode of the Thriving Dentist Show! In recognition of this significant milestone, Gary did an interview with his great friend Dr. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 65 minutes This is our 200th episode of the Thriving Dentist Show! In recognition of this significant milestone, Gary did an interview with his great friend Dr. Bob Frazer on the topic of Applied Strategic Planning (ASP). This is such an important subject because most […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:04:48 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds199lois-banta/ Wed, 11 Nov 2015 06:00:53 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5105 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 61 minutes Together Lois Banta and Gary have over 75 years of experience coaching dental practices to higher levels of success! In this Thriving Dentist Show interview Gary and Lois dis... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 61 minutes Together Lois Banta and Gary have over 75 years of experience coaching dental practices to higher levels of success! In this Thriving Dentist Show interview Gary and Lois discuss; The main challenges facing Dentists in private practice today, how to develop effective leadership, […] Takacs Learning Center clean 58:30 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds198fred-joyal/ Wed, 04 Nov 2015 06:00:50 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5100 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 61 minutes The fast track for Dentists to stay competitive in an online world where patients seek and share information faster than ever is to become remarkable! Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 61 minutes The fast track for Dentists to stay competitive in an online world where patients seek and share information faster than ever is to become remarkable! Fred Joyal’s new book is titled just that; Becoming Remarkable: Creating a Dental Practice Everyone Talks About. In […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:01:00 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds197michael-difrisco/ Wed, 28 Oct 2015 06:00:56 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5095 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 63 minutes You may know that Gary has been a fan of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) for many years now. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 63 minutes You may know that Gary has been a fan of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) for many years now. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friend Michael DiFrisco. Michael is the Chief Marketing Officer of the AACD and an […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:02:19 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds196gary-takacs/ Wed, 21 Oct 2015 06:00:58 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5093 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 42 minutes This Thriving Dentist Show is about a growth strategy that Gary has used in his practice as well as with his clients. It’s all about purchasing a practice to merge with your ... This Thriving Dentist Show is about a growth strategy that Gary has used in his practice as well as with his clients. It's all about purchasing a practice to merge with your practice to provide an infusion of new patients and facilitate very attractive practice growth! Takacs Learning Center clean 41:45 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds195david-eshom/ Wed, 14 Oct 2015 06:00:01 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5088 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 58 minutes Using digital photos for patient education is one of the most effective ways to help your patients take a greater interest in their oral health. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 58 minutes Using digital photos for patient education is one of the most effective ways to help your patients take a greater interest in their oral health. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friend Dr. David Eshom on a variety of topics with […] Takacs Learning Center clean 58:19 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds194mike-pedersen/ Wed, 07 Oct 2015 10:00:31 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5084 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 40 minutes We know that Google is constantly making changes to their listing algorithm. One expert reported that Google will change their listing algorithm over 800 times in 2015. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 40 minutes We know that Google is constantly making changes to their listing algorithm. One expert reported that Google will change their listing algorithm over 800 times in 2015. Recently Google made some very important changes to their Google Local format. Until recently, Google Local […] Takacs Learning Center clean 40:01 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds193claudia-lovato/ Wed, 30 Sep 2015 06:00:38 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5080 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 54 minutes The Millennial generation is the group of people that were born from 1980 to 2000. Many people of the millennial generation are now working for you as part of your team and y... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 54 minutes The Millennial generation is the group of people that were born from 1980 to 2000. Many people of the millennial generation are now working for you as part of your team and you likely have many patients who are also millennials. If you […] Takacs Learning Center clean 53:16 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds192nilesh-parmar/ Wed, 23 Sep 2015 06:00:03 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5077 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 57 minutes If you are a regular listener to the Thriving Dentist Show you know that Gary believes that Dentistry truly does ROCK! One of the many reasons that Gary believes this is beca... If you are a regular listener to the Thriving Dentist Show you know that Gary believes that Dentistry truly does ROCK! One of the many reasons that Gary believes this is because of the remarkable people in the dental profession. This Thriving Dentist Show will introduce you to Dr. Nilesh Parmar, a truly amazing young Dentist from London. Takacs Learning Center clean 56:59 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds191alex-shalman/ Wed, 16 Sep 2015 10:00:21 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5071 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 52 minutes Download Gary’s Recommended CE Resources One of the common denominators of Thriving Dentists is they are deeply committed to attending quality Continuing Education Courses. One of the common denominators of Thriving Dentists is they are deeply committed to attending quality Continuing Education Courses. Thriving Dentists quite literally embrace the spirit of 'Lifelong Learning'. In this thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friend, Dr. Alex Shalman on the subject of Continuing Education and how important it is to embrace a spirit of lifelong learning. Takacs Learning Center clean 51:48 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds190ashley-latter/ Wed, 09 Sep 2015 06:00:08 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5068 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 54 minutes Gary’s amazing friend, Ashley Latter is back by popular demand! Ashley has been a guest on the Thriving Dentist Show in the past and his interviews have received incredible r... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 54 minutes Gary’s amazing friend, Ashley Latter is back by popular demand! Ashley has been a guest on the Thriving Dentist Show in the past and his interviews have received incredible reviews. For the past 20 years Ashley has trained over 8,000 Dentists in 14 […] Takacs Learning Center clean 54:20 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/189uche-odiatu/ Wed, 02 Sep 2015 06:00:59 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5065 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 56 minutes Achieving balance for a busy Dentist can be a real challenge. The great news is that there are specific solutions that you can apply that will help you achieve balance person... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 56 minutes Achieving balance for a busy Dentist can be a real challenge. The great news is that there are specific solutions that you can apply that will help you achieve balance personally and professionally. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary interviews his friend Dr. […] Takacs Learning Center clean 56:11 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds188weston-lunsford/ Wed, 26 Aug 2015 06:00:16 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5061 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 53 minutes If you are a regular listener to the Thriving Dentist Show you know that Gary loves KPI’s (Key Performance Indicators). The numbers never lie and KPI’s are critical for you t... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 53 minutes If you are a regular listener to the Thriving Dentist Show you know that Gary loves KPI’s (Key Performance Indicators). The numbers never lie and KPI’s are critical for you to truly understand the performance of your practice. In this Show, Gary interviews […] Takacs Learning Center clean 52:19 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds187jill-kring-carter/ Wed, 19 Aug 2015 06:00:40 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5057 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 55 minutes Most of you know that Gary strongly encourages his clients to build s strong perio therapy component of their hygiene departments. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 55 minutes Most of you know that Gary strongly encourages his clients to build s strong perio therapy component of their hygiene departments. This is a win/win strategy that benefits the patient and practice alike. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friend Jill […] Takacs Learning Center clean 54:01 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds186kristine-hodsdon/ Wed, 12 Aug 2015 06:00:39 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5053 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 55 minutes The role of the team in a thriving practice is absolutely critical! A common denominator in all world-class dental practices is a team that is all working together in concern... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 55 minutes The role of the team in a thriving practice is absolutely critical! A common denominator in all world-class dental practices is a team that is all working together in concern toward commonly defined goals and objectives. In this Show, Gary interviews his friend […] Takacs Learning Center clean 54:47 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds185haden-werhan/ Wed, 05 Aug 2015 06:00:29 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5050 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 45 minutes Your advisory team should include a CPA and Financial Planner that has experience working with Dental Clients. Dentists have some unique challenges that are best navigated by... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 45 minutes Your advisory team should include a CPA and Financial Planner that has experience working with Dental Clients. Dentists have some unique challenges that are best navigated by a team of advisors that have experience with Dentists and understand the unique needs of the […] Takacs Learning Center clean 45:13 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds184jonathan-afshari/ Wed, 29 Jul 2015 06:00:38 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5046 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 59 minutes Practice profitability continues to rise at alarming levels. A recent study reported that the average solo General Dentist practice had 74% overhead! Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 59 minutes Practice profitability continues to rise at alarming levels. A recent study reported that the average solo General Dentist practice had 74% overhead! If that is the case for you, then you are working too hard for too little. In this Thriving Dentist Show […] Takacs Learning Center clean 58:48 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds183mike-pedersen/ Wed, 22 Jul 2015 06:00:38 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5042 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 52 minutes Mastering Digital Marketing is an important skill set for Thriving Dentists today! In this Show, Gary interviews his friend and digital marketing mentor Mike Pedersen on the ... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 52 minutes Mastering Digital Marketing is an important skill set for Thriving Dentists today! In this Show, Gary interviews his friend and digital marketing mentor Mike Pedersen on the 5 most common mistakes Dentists make with their website. Those 5 mistakes are; 1) No calls […] Takacs Learning Center clean 51:54 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds182david-moffet/ Wed, 15 Jul 2015 06:00:08 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5037 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 60 minutes The Thriving Dentist Show is going Down Under with our first guest from Australia! In this Show, Gary interviews his friend Dr. David Moffet and he has an awesome story to te... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 60 minutes The Thriving Dentist Show is going Down Under with our first guest from Australia! In this Show, Gary interviews his friend Dr. David Moffet and he has an awesome story to tell about how he developed his ideal practice in Australia. In this […] Takacs Learning Center clean 59:32 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds181bob-frazer/ Wed, 08 Jul 2015 06:00:10 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5034 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 67 minutes The subject of Emotional Intelligence is an important topic for all Dentists to understand and master. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary interviews his friend, Dr. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 67 minutes The subject of Emotional Intelligence is an important topic for all Dentists to understand and master. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary interviews his friend, Dr. Bob Frazer on the topic of Emotional Intelligence and in particular on mastering the emotions of treatment […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:07:19 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds180alex-shalman/ Wed, 01 Jul 2015 06:00:21 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5031 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 65 minutes This Thriving Dentist Show is divided into two distinct parts. In the first half of this Show, Gary interviews his friend Alex Shalman about his experience transitioning from... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 65 minutes This Thriving Dentist Show is divided into two distinct parts. In the first half of this Show, Gary interviews his friend Alex Shalman about his experience transitioning from Dental School to private practice. Alex has accomplished a great deal in his first two […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:05:19 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds179heather-colicchio/ Wed, 24 Jun 2015 06:00:47 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5029 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 58 minutes The role of a Dental Office Manager has become very important in a thriving practice today. In this Show, Gary interviews his friend Heather Colicchio on the topic of Dental ... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 58 minutes The role of a Dental Office Manager has become very important in a thriving practice today. In this Show, Gary interviews his friend Heather Colicchio on the topic of Dental Office Managers in 2015 and beyond. Heather is the founder of AADOM (American […] Takacs Learning Center clean 57:44 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds178chris-barrow/ Wed, 17 Jun 2015 05:00:21 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5025 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 61 minutes In his book, True Success author Tom Morris defines success as; Doing what you want to do, when you want to do it, with the people you’d like to do it with! Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 61 minutes In his book, True Success author Tom Morris defines success as; Doing what you want to do, when you want to do it, with the people you’d like to do it with! We happen to think that is an excellent definition of success […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:00:53 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds177bill-williams2/ Wed, 10 Jun 2015 06:05:43 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5020 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 56 minutes In an earlier interview with Dr. Bill Williams, Gary and Bill discussed his tips for staying in love with dentistry for over 40 years. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 56 minutes In an earlier interview with Dr. Bill Williams, Gary and Bill discussed his tips for staying in love with dentistry for over 40 years. During that earlier interview Bill told his story about how he had to start from scratch at age 48 […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:04:49 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds176charles-whitney/ Wed, 03 Jun 2015 06:00:33 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5017 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 56 minutes There is an abundance of emerging research showing the connection between oral and systemic health. Today we know that if a patient has an infection in their gums they are at... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 56 minutes There is an abundance of emerging research showing the connection between oral and systemic health. Today we know that if a patient has an infection in their gums they are at greater risk of experiencing heart disease, stroke, diabetes, pre-ecclampsia (early-term birth), certain […] Takacs Learning Center clean 56:03 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds175david-rice/ Wed, 27 May 2015 06:00:49 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5014 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 52 minutes Gary interviewed Dr. David Rice for an earlier episode of the Thriving Dentist Show where they discussed how to accelerate your practice at every stage of your career via vis... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 52 minutes Gary interviewed Dr. David Rice for an earlier episode of the Thriving Dentist Show where they discussed how to accelerate your practice at every stage of your career via vision, leadership and excellent communication skills. This show was so popular that Gary decided […] Takacs Learning Center clean 51:34 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds174arica-peterson/ Wed, 20 May 2015 06:00:17 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5011 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 52 minutes Office design is a very important element in the way a patient ‘experiences’ your practice. In this Show, Gary interviews his friend Arica Peterson on the topic of dental off... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 52 minutes Office design is a very important element in the way a patient ‘experiences’ your practice. In this Show, Gary interviews his friend Arica Peterson on the topic of dental office design. Arica is one of the most talented dental office designers and Gary […] Takacs Learning Center clean 51:51 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds173reese-harper/ Wed, 13 May 2015 13:47:52 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5008 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 59 minutes Last week Gary interviewed his friend, Dr. Doug Carlsen on the Thriving Dentist Show and they discussed the top tips that will allow Dentist to successfully retire with finan... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 59 minutes Last week Gary interviewed his friend, Dr. Doug Carlsen on the Thriving Dentist Show and they discussed the top tips that will allow Dentist to successfully retire with financial independence. That Thriving Dentist Show literally went viral soon after being published. In that […] Takacs Learning Center clean 58:37 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds172doug-carlsen/ Wed, 06 May 2015 06:00:43 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5005 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 1hr 03 min Sadly, the American Dental Association reports that very few Dentists can retire at age 65 without reducing their lifestyle. Gary is passionate about changing that statistic ... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 1hr 03 min Sadly, the American Dental Association reports that very few Dentists can retire at age 65 without reducing their lifestyle. Gary is passionate about changing that statistic and helping more Dentists achieve financial independence so they can go to work because they want […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:03:12 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds171team-building/ Wed, 29 Apr 2015 05:00:36 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=5001 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 33:26 min Often times the difference between a good practice and a world-class practice is the performance of the Team. In this Thriving Dentist Show episode Gary shares two specific te... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 33:26 min Often times the difference between a good practice and a world-class practice is the performance of the Team. In this Thriving Dentist Show episode Gary shares two specific team building activities that will help you develop a high performance team. The first activity […] Takacs Learning Center clean 33:27 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds170tarun-agarwal/ Wed, 22 Apr 2015 05:00:19 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4998 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 54:00 min You are well aware that Gary is absolutely passionate about the profession of dentistry and so is this week’s guest! In this episode, Gary interviews his friend Dr. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 54:00 min You are well aware that Gary is absolutely passionate about the profession of dentistry and so is this week’s guest! In this episode, Gary interviews his friend Dr. Tarun Agarwal better known as ‘T-Bone’! Tarun shares Gary’s passion for dentistry and in this […] Takacs Learning Center clean 54:00 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds169bonus-system/ Wed, 15 Apr 2015 05:00:02 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4996 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 49:35 min If you have ever attended a course given by Gary you know that he is in favor of a properly designed bonus incentive compensation system. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 49:35 min If you have ever attended a course given by Gary you know that he is in favor of a properly designed bonus incentive compensation system. Gary is a recognized authority on bonus systems as the author of countless articles in the dental trade […] Takacs Learning Center clean 49:35 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds168bill-williams/ Wed, 08 Apr 2015 05:00:37 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4992 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 54:03 min One of the very cool parts of the dental profession is the amazing people who have chosen to make dentistry their life work. In this inspiring Show, Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 54:03 min One of the very cool parts of the dental profession is the amazing people who have chosen to make dentistry their life work. In this inspiring Show, Gary interviews his great friend Dr. Bill Williams. Gary has known Bill for over 30 years […] Takacs Learning Center clean 54:03 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds167mike-pedersen/ Wed, 01 Apr 2015 05:00:41 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4990 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 51:27 min Mastering digital marketing has become a necessary skill set for Dentists today. Many patients turn to the internet to find a Dentist by conducting a Google search for a Denti... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 51:27 min Mastering digital marketing has become a necessary skill set for Dentists today. Many patients turn to the internet to find a Dentist by conducting a Google search for a Dentist in their area. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friend and […] Takacs Learning Center clean 51:27 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds166gary-kadi/ Wed, 25 Mar 2015 05:00:02 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4985 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 59:35 min If you are a regular listener to the Thriving Dentist Show you likely know that Gary often talks about why now is the time to get serious about diagnosing and treating perio d... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 59:35 min If you are a regular listener to the Thriving Dentist Show you likely know that Gary often talks about why now is the time to get serious about diagnosing and treating perio disease. In this Show, Gary interviews his friend Gary Kadi and […] Takacs Learning Center clean 59:35 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds165kim-kutsch/ Wed, 18 Mar 2015 06:00:13 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4983 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 56:45 min Dental Caries is the Number 1 Disease worldwide and we are learning so much about better managing this disease. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friend Dr. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 56:45 min Dental Caries is the Number 1 Disease worldwide and we are learning so much about better managing this disease. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friend Dr. Kim Kutsch about how to better manage caries. Kim is a recognized authority on […] Takacs Learning Center clean 56:45 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds164jamie-reynolds/ Wed, 11 Mar 2015 06:00:55 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4980 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 52:06 min There are so many great advances in the world of orthodontics that it was time to do a Thriving Dentist Show devoted to orthodontics. In this episode, Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 52:06 min There are so many great advances in the world of orthodontics that it was time to do a Thriving Dentist Show devoted to orthodontics. In this episode, Gary interviews his friend Dr. Jamie Reynolds from Novi, MI all about the cool advances available […] Takacs Learning Center clean 52:06 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds163mark-oborn/ Wed, 04 Mar 2015 06:00:03 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4977 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 54:32 min Building a comprehensive marketing plan is a critical skill set that Dentists need to master in 2015 and beyond. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 54:32 min Building a comprehensive marketing plan is a critical skill set that Dentists need to master in 2015 and beyond. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friend Mark Oborn about precisely how to create successful marketing activities today. In this content-filled interview […] Takacs Learning Center clean 54:33 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds162deedee-reid/ Wed, 25 Feb 2015 06:00:12 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4974 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 51:28 min If you have been a regular listener of the Thriving Dentist Show, you have likely heard Gary speak about the benefits of a relationship-driven practice. In this episode, Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 51:28 min If you have been a regular listener of the Thriving Dentist Show, you have likely heard Gary speak about the benefits of a relationship-driven practice. In this episode, Gary interviews his friend Dee Dee Reid about the relationship-driven practice and specific steps you […] Takacs Learning Center clean 51:28 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds161lisa-knowles/ Wed, 18 Feb 2015 06:00:38 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4969 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 55:04 min Many Dentists are highly competitive. The educational path to become a Dentist encouraged competition and perhaps even favors those with a more competitive spirit. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 55:04 min Many Dentists are highly competitive. The educational path to become a Dentist encouraged competition and perhaps even favors those with a more competitive spirit. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary interviews his friend Dr. Lisa Knowles about the topic of this competitive spirit. […] Takacs Learning Center clean 55:05 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds160louis-kaufman/ Wed, 11 Feb 2015 06:00:41 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4966 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 52:03 min You likely know that Gary is an advocate of technology as a practice builder. In this interview with his friend, Dr. Louis Kaufman, Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 52:03 min You likely know that Gary is an advocate of technology as a practice builder. In this interview with his friend, Dr. Louis Kaufman, Gary and Lou discuss some cool technology that can be used to build your practice. They discuss minimally invasive veneers […] Takacs Learning Center clean 52:03 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds159gary-takacs/ Wed, 04 Feb 2015 05:00:55 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4964 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 51:50 min Gary is an advocate of a ‘systems’ approach to practice success. Having the appropriate systems in your practice will allow you to improve your practice performance, Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 51:50 min Gary is an advocate of a ‘systems’ approach to practice success. Having the appropriate systems in your practice will allow you to improve your practice performance, create consistency and reduce stress in your practice. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary defines the 24 […] Takacs Learning Center clean 51:50 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds158brenda-mcnulty/ Wed, 28 Jan 2015 06:00:42 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4961 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 49:40 min Team building is a huge part of developing a Thriving dental practice. Often the difference between a good practice and a world-class practice is the presence of a true team w... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 49:40 min Team building is a huge part of developing a Thriving dental practice. Often the difference between a good practice and a world-class practice is the presence of a true team where the Dentist and the team members are all moving together in concert […] Takacs Learning Center clean 49:40 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds157marybeth-bajornas/ Wed, 21 Jan 2015 06:00:00 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4959 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 53:06 min Outsourcing has become a huge area of interest today in the business world. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his good friend Mary Beth Bajornas about virtual adm... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 53:06 min Outsourcing has become a huge area of interest today in the business world. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his good friend Mary Beth Bajornas about virtual admin support services for the dental profession. In this interview Gary and Mary Beth discuss […] Takacs Learning Center clean 53:07 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds156kim-mcqueen/ Wed, 14 Jan 2015 06:00:14 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4956 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 58:16 min You likely know that Gary is an advocate of developing a true Team in your dental practice. The role of an Office Manager is becoming increasingly important in a successful pr... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 58:16 min You likely know that Gary is an advocate of developing a true Team in your dental practice. The role of an Office Manager is becoming increasingly important in a successful practice. In this Show, Gary interviews his friend Kim McQueen and they discuss […] Takacs Learning Center clean 58:17 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds155uche-odiatu/ Wed, 07 Jan 2015 06:00:53 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4953 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 58:46 min Happy New Year! We wish all of our listeners a New Year filled with Good Health, Happiness and Prosperity. With those goals in mind, Gary interviewed his great friend, Dr. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 58:46 min Happy New Year! We wish all of our listeners a New Year filled with Good Health, Happiness and Prosperity. With those goals in mind, Gary interviewed his great friend, Dr. Uche Odiatu to kick off the New Year. In this inspiring interview, Gary […] Takacs Learning Center clean 58:45 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds154gary-takacs/ Wed, 31 Dec 2014 06:00:04 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4949 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 38:06 min As we wrap up another year, Gary spent some time reflecting on his own practice and the offices of his clients to identify the most important lessons from the year. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 38:06 min As we wrap up another year, Gary spent some time reflecting on his own practice and the offices of his clients to identify the most important lessons from the year. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary defines the 6 most important lessons he […] Takacs Learning Center clean 38:07 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds153trish-jones/ Wed, 24 Dec 2014 07:36:03 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4944 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 52:45 min Dentistry is such an amazing profession! In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friend Trish Jones who was recently nominated as one of the ‘Top 25 Women in Dentis... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 52:45 min Dentistry is such an amazing profession! In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friend Trish Jones who was recently nominated as one of the ‘Top 25 Women in Dentistry’ by Dental Products Report magazine about a wide range of topics including; The […] Takacs Learning Center clean 52:45 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds152al-ferretti/ Wed, 17 Dec 2014 06:00:05 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4940 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 42:26 min 2015 is going to be the year of video marketing for dental practices. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary interviews his friend Al Ferretti about how Dentists can use video mar... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 42:26 min 2015 is going to be the year of video marketing for dental practices. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary interviews his friend Al Ferretti about how Dentists can use video marketing to consistently attract quality new patients. Al’s unique angle on video marketing […] Takacs Learning Center clean 46:27 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds151fred-joyal/ Wed, 10 Dec 2014 05:00:16 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4937 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 54:59 min Thriving Dentists have a comprehensive marketing plan to consistently attract quality new patients. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary interviews his friend Fred Joyal and the... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 54:59 min Thriving Dentists have a comprehensive marketing plan to consistently attract quality new patients. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary interviews his friend Fred Joyal and they have a wonderful discussion about all things marketing! Among the topics that Gary and Fred discuss are; […] Takacs Learning Center clean 55:00 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds150larry-emmott/ Wed, 03 Dec 2014 05:00:46 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4934 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 1:00:00 min As you likely know, Gary is a huge advocate of technology and he encourages Dentists to use technology to become more efficient and productive. In this Show, Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 1:00:00 min As you likely know, Gary is a huge advocate of technology and he encourages Dentists to use technology to become more efficient and productive. In this Show, Gary interviews his friend Dr. Larry Emmott on going paperless in the dental office. In this […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:00:00 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds149thanksgiving-2014/ Wed, 26 Nov 2014 05:19:44 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4926 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 31:55 min It has become a Thanksgiving tradition for Gary to publish a Show that provides a review of some of the most popular Thriving Dentist Show episodes over the past year. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 31:55 min It has become a Thanksgiving tradition for Gary to publish a Show that provides a review of some of the most popular Thriving Dentist Show episodes over the past year. He makes a point of encouraging you to take action on specific recommendations […] Takacs Learning Center clean 31:55 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds148howard-farran/ Wed, 19 Nov 2014 06:00:08 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4922 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 01:00:50 min Gary has been a friend of Dr. Howard Farran for over 25 years. As the founder of DentalTown, Howard has a very unique perspective on the profession of dentistry and he shar... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 01:00:50 min Gary has been a friend of Dr. Howard Farran for over 25 years. As the founder of DentalTown, Howard has a very unique perspective on the profession of dentistry and he shares Gary’s passion for all things related to dentistry and helping patients. […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:00:50 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds147gary-takacs/ Wed, 12 Nov 2014 03:00:28 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4918 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 01:04:03 min November 2, 2014 is the 25th Anniversary of the founding of Gary’s coaching/consulting firm. To celebrate this milestone, Gary was interviewed by his friend and colleague J... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 01:04:03 min November 2, 2014 is the 25th Anniversary of the founding of Gary’s coaching/consulting firm. To celebrate this milestone, Gary was interviewed by his friend and colleague Jodey Smith. Among the topics they discuss are; The life-changing event that inspired Gary to leave the […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:04:43 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds146bonnie-hixson/ Wed, 05 Nov 2014 05:00:56 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4915 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 56:51 min The business of dentistry is Gary’s favorite topic and in this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friend Bonnie Hixson about how to master the business of dentistry. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 56:51 min The business of dentistry is Gary’s favorite topic and in this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friend Bonnie Hixson about how to master the business of dentistry. Bonnie is the founder of The Progressive Dentist magazine and she is recognized as a […] Takacs Learning Center clean 56:51 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds145leslie-icenogle/ Wed, 29 Oct 2014 03:45:54 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4911 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 52:11 min In a recent Thriving Dentist Show, Dr. Howard Farran made a point about expanding the services you offer your patients as an excellent practice building strategy in today’s ec... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 52:11 min In a recent Thriving Dentist Show, Dr. Howard Farran made a point about expanding the services you offer your patients as an excellent practice building strategy in today’s economy. Howard is absolutely right! Dental Implants have been important part of Gary’s practice since […] Takacs Learning Center clean 52:11 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds144gary-takacs/ Wed, 22 Oct 2014 04:00:19 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4907 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 48:48 min If your office is experiencing a high percentage of hygiene cancellations or no-shows please know that you are not alone! It seems like hygiene cancellations and no-shows have... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 48:48 min If your office is experiencing a high percentage of hygiene cancellations or no-shows please know that you are not alone! It seems like hygiene cancellations and no-shows have become an epidemic. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary provides 5 specific tips that will […] Takacs Learning Center clean 48:48 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds143uche-odiatu/ Wed, 15 Oct 2014 03:30:49 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4900 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 1:2:44 min Dentistry is hard work! Taking care of your patients can be very demanding from a physical and emotional perspective. In this Show, Gary interviews his friend Dr. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 1:2:44 min Dentistry is hard work! Taking care of your patients can be very demanding from a physical and emotional perspective. In this Show, Gary interviews his friend Dr. Uche Odiatu on how you can maximize your energy for optimum results. If you are a […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:02:44 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds142ross-nash/ Wed, 08 Oct 2014 05:00:14 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4894 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 57:40 min One of the coolest parts of our wonderful profession is helping patients have the smile of their dreams. The look on a patient’s face when they first see their new smile is so... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 57:40 min One of the coolest parts of our wonderful profession is helping patients have the smile of their dreams. The look on a patient’s face when they first see their new smile is so rewarding and for many people this is truly a life […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds141kim-bleiweiss/ Wed, 01 Oct 2014 05:00:33 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4884 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 50:34 min It has become much more difficult for Dentists to control practice overhead to appropriate levels. If you are a regular listener to the Thriving Dentist Show you likely know t... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 50:34 min It has become much more difficult for Dentists to control practice overhead to appropriate levels. If you are a regular listener to the Thriving Dentist Show you likely know that Gary’s goal for your practice overhead is no higher than 60%. In this […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds140bill-dorfman/ Wed, 24 Sep 2014 05:00:32 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4881 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 52:49 min If you are a regular listener to the Thriving Dentist Show you know that Gary is committed to helping Dentists find a forum for giving back. In this Show, Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 52:49 min If you are a regular listener to the Thriving Dentist Show you know that Gary is committed to helping Dentists find a forum for giving back. In this Show, Gary interviews his friend Dr. Bill Dorfman and they discuss the incredible opportunities that […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds139train-and-buscemi/ Wed, 17 Sep 2014 05:00:45 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4877 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 51:47 min Marketing is a skill set that has become imperative if you are to have a Thriving practice. Online or digital marketing has become even more important today with the rising us... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 51:47 min Marketing is a skill set that has become imperative if you are to have a Thriving practice. Online or digital marketing has become even more important today with the rising use of smart phones and other mobile technology that places access to the […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds138karoline-biami/ Wed, 10 Sep 2014 05:00:04 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4870 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 46:54 min Gary is passionate about the topic of diagnosing and treating periodontal disease. Based in the incidence of perio disease in the adult population, it is an epidemic. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 46:54 min Gary is passionate about the topic of diagnosing and treating periodontal disease. Based in the incidence of perio disease in the adult population, it is an epidemic. In this Thriving Dentist Show Gary interviews Karoline Biami RDH. Karoline has a unique background that […] Takacs Learning Center clean 46:54 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds137brett-kessler/ Wed, 03 Sep 2014 05:00:15 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4865 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 50:58 min Leadership is often the difference between a good practice and a work-class practice. In this inspiring interview with his friend Dr. Brett Kessler, Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 50:58 min Leadership is often the difference between a good practice and a work-class practice. In this inspiring interview with his friend Dr. Brett Kessler, Gary and Brett discuss the topic of Leadership in a Thriving practice. The topics discussed in this interview include; the […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds136ashley-latter/ Wed, 27 Aug 2014 05:00:59 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4861 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 47:22 min Increasing case acceptance is a goal for every Thriving Dentist. Ashley Latter is known worldwide for teaching ethical sales and communication skills to Dentists. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 47:22 min Increasing case acceptance is a goal for every Thriving Dentist. Ashley Latter is known worldwide for teaching ethical sales and communication skills to Dentists. In this information-packed interview, Gary and Ashley discuss; how to quickly develop rapport and relationship with your patients, why […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds135alan-mead/ Wed, 20 Aug 2014 18:30:37 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4857 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 47:32 min Regular listeners to The Thriving Dentist Show know that Gary is passionate about technology. Over the past few years, blogging has evolved from a fringe activity to a mainstr... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 47:32 min Regular listeners to The Thriving Dentist Show know that Gary is passionate about technology. Over the past few years, blogging has evolved from a fringe activity to a mainstream activity thanks to advancing technology. In this thought provoking interview with his friend, Dr. […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds134deana-zost/ Wed, 13 Aug 2014 05:00:22 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4852 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 51:57 min One of the hottest topics in dentistry today is how to reduce insurance dependency in your practice. A significant reasons why office overhead is increasing is that Dentists h... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 51:57 min One of the hottest topics in dentistry today is how to reduce insurance dependency in your practice. A significant reasons why office overhead is increasing is that Dentists have not been able to raise their fees enough to compensate for the increased costs […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds133uche-odiatu/ Wed, 06 Aug 2014 05:00:59 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4847 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 55:18 min The first interview that Gary did with his great friend, Dr. Uche Odiatu has been one of the most downloaded episodes of the Thriving Dentist Show. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 55:18 min The first interview that Gary did with his great friend, Dr. Uche Odiatu has been one of the most downloaded episodes of the Thriving Dentist Show. During the first interview with Uche, Gary promised to bring him back to discuss some simple things […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds132mike-barr/ Wed, 30 Jul 2014 05:00:13 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4843 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 1:2:15 min In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friend Dr. Mike Barr also known as ‘The Dental Warrior’. As a practicing Dentist for over 25 years, Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 1:2:15 min In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friend Dr. Mike Barr also known as ‘The Dental Warrior’. As a practicing Dentist for over 25 years, Mike has developed a successful practice in a very competitive area of South Florida. Mike has also […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds131lisa-spradley/ Wed, 23 Jul 2014 05:00:52 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4838 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 49:50 min Reactivating existing patients and following up with them regarding pending treatment is an opportunity for virtually every dental practice. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 49:50 min Reactivating existing patients and following up with them regarding pending treatment is an opportunity for virtually every dental practice. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friend Lisa Spradley known as the ‘Front Desk Lady’. Lisa has almost 20 years of experience […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds130bruce-baird/ Wed, 16 Jul 2014 06:00:44 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4834 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 48:45 min A challenge facing all dental practices today is helping patients afford the care they need and want. In this information-packed interview, Gary interviews his friend Dr. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 48:45 min A challenge facing all dental practices today is helping patients afford the care they need and want. In this information-packed interview, Gary interviews his friend Dr. Bruce Baird about the changes that are impacting traditional patient financing options and how dental offices can […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds129gary-takacs/ Wed, 09 Jul 2014 05:00:59 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4826 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 43:36 min Making NFL-Quality mouth guards for your local high school football team is an outstanding marketing/community service project. Gary was taught how to make these mouth guards ... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 43:36 min Making NFL-Quality mouth guards for your local high school football team is an outstanding marketing/community service project. Gary was taught how to make these mouth guards by Dr. Derric DesMarteau, the late Team Dentist for the NFL Oakland Raiders and the NBA Golden […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/128chris-kammer/ Wed, 02 Jul 2014 05:00:52 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4819 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 1:01:39 min We are in a new era of diagnosing and treating periodontal disease and it’s time to get series about helping patients improve the health of their gums. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 1:01:39 min We are in a new era of diagnosing and treating periodontal disease and it’s time to get series about helping patients improve the health of their gums. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friend Dr. Chris Kammer about the clinical and […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds127fred-joyal/ Wed, 25 Jun 2014 05:00:32 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4811 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 53:39 min The dental profession is going through fundamental changes right now. Last week Gary’s good friend, Fred Joyal wrote a blog post titled, Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 53:39 min The dental profession is going through fundamental changes right now. Last week Gary’s good friend, Fred Joyal wrote a blog post titled, ‘Darwin Comes to Dentistry; Are You Evolving?’ This is absolutely a must read for all Dentists. Here’s a link to this […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds126randy-alvarez/ Wed, 18 Jun 2014 06:00:18 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4804 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 46:53 min Increasing case acceptance is a goal for all Thriving Dentists! Gary’s guest for this Show is his friend Randy Alvarez. He is the founder of The Wellness Hour, Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 46:53 min Increasing case acceptance is a goal for all Thriving Dentists! Gary’s guest for this Show is his friend Randy Alvarez. He is the founder of The Wellness Hour, the #1 Producer of Health & Wellness Documentaries in the world. In this powerful interview, […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds125bruce-baird/ Wed, 11 Jun 2014 05:00:53 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4798 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 52:24 min The focus on this Thriving Dentist Show is about how to increase your productivity and maintain quality dentistry! In this Show, Gary interviews his good friend Dr. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 52:24 min The focus on this Thriving Dentist Show is about how to increase your productivity and maintain quality dentistry! In this Show, Gary interviews his good friend Dr. Bruce Baird. Bruce has practiced dentistry for over 34 years and he’s the founder of the […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds124rachel-wall/ Wed, 04 Jun 2014 05:00:59 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4794 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 58:18 min If you are a regular listener to the Thriving Dentist Show you know how strongly Gary feels about the role of the hygiene department in a thriving practice. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 58:18 min If you are a regular listener to the Thriving Dentist Show you know how strongly Gary feels about the role of the hygiene department in a thriving practice. In this interview, Gary interviews Rachel Wall, an expert with over 23 years of experience […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds123gordon-christensen/ Wed, 28 May 2014 05:00:43 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4787 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 53:49 min Dr. Gordon Christensen is one of the most respected educators in dentistry. In this inspiring interview Gary and Gordon discuss the most requested topics that Gordon presents ... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 53:49 min Dr. Gordon Christensen is one of the most respected educators in dentistry. In this inspiring interview Gary and Gordon discuss the most requested topics that Gordon presents in his 2014 Clinician’s Report Dentistry Update courses, the most common questions Gordon receives in his […] Takacs Learning Center clean 53:50 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds122peter-auster/ Wed, 21 May 2014 05:00:20 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4780 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 53:49 min We love featuring real-world Dentists on the Thriving Dentist Show who have developed their own unique path to a thriving practice. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 53:49 min We love featuring real-world Dentists on the Thriving Dentist Show who have developed their own unique path to a thriving practice. In this interview you will discover that Dr. Peter Auster took a while to find a path that allowed him to enjoy […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds121david-rice/ Wed, 14 May 2014 05:00:03 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4774 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 47:56 min   Practice performance can be accelerated if you understand a few key points. In this Show, Gary interviews his friend Dr. David Rice about the best tips to accelerate any pra... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 47:56 min   Practice performance can be accelerated if you understand a few key points. In this Show, Gary interviews his friend Dr. David Rice about the best tips to accelerate any practice. David is an amazing clinician with a practice in the Buffalo, New […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds120tija-hunter/ Thu, 08 May 2014 10:20:55 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4757 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 53:31 min   Dental Assistants play such a vital role in the success of a thriving dental practice. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friend, Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 53:31 min   Dental Assistants play such a vital role in the success of a thriving dental practice. In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his friend, Tija Hunter on how dental assistants contribute to a successful practice. Tija is a true champion of the […] Takacs Learning Center clean 53:31 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds119mike-pedersen/ Wed, 30 Apr 2014 05:00:16 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4752 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 54:47 min Mastering the world of Search Engine Optimization (SEO) is a very important element of a successful digital marketing strategy. Many people today will search the internet to f... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 54:47 min Mastering the world of Search Engine Optimization (SEO) is a very important element of a successful digital marketing strategy. Many people today will search the internet to find a Dentist and and a successful SEO strategy can result in quality new patient flow […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds118uche-odiatu/ Wed, 23 Apr 2014 05:00:30 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4748 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 1:00:26 min Ralph Waldo Emerson said, “The first wealth is health” and he was so right! In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his amazing friend Dr. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 1:00:26 min Ralph Waldo Emerson said, “The first wealth is health” and he was so right! In this Thriving Dentist Show, Gary interviews his amazing friend Dr. Uche Odiatu on the subject of health and wellness and why good health and great fitness is a performance advantage […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds117fred-pockrass/ Wed, 16 Apr 2014 05:00:12 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4742 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 48:27 min This Thriving Dentist Show is all about the benefits of green dentistry and why green Dentists are Thriving Dentists. The special guest is Dr. Fred Pockrass, Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 48:27 min This Thriving Dentist Show is all about the benefits of green dentistry and why green Dentists are Thriving Dentists. The special guest is Dr. Fred Pockrass, the Dentists who created the very first green dental practice in 2003 and the co-founder of the […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds116gary-takacs/ Wed, 09 Apr 2014 05:00:46 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4737 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 53:34 min In earlier Thriving Dentist Show interviews with Dr.Howard Farran, Howard identified the 4 things Dentists need to be doing today to Thrive in any economy. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 53:34 min In earlier Thriving Dentist Show interviews with Dr.Howard Farran, Howard identified the 4 things Dentists need to be doing today to Thrive in any economy. Those 4 things are; 1) Reduce costs, 2) Increase marketing, 3) Add services and 4) Make dentistry more […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds115bilal-saib/ Wed, 02 Apr 2014 05:00:29 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4731 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 50:24 min Dentistry is a physically and emotionally demanding profession. In this interview Gary interviews Dr. Bilal Saib (Dr. B) on the importance of embracing fitness and the role of... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 50:24 min Dentistry is a physically and emotionally demanding profession. In this interview Gary interviews Dr. Bilal Saib (Dr. B) on the importance of embracing fitness and the role of fitness in a thriving dental practice. Gary and Dr. B are both huge advocates of […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds114daniel-cheung/ Wed, 26 Mar 2014 05:00:41 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4726 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 53:12 min If you are a regular listener of the Thriving Dentist Show you know that Gary is bullish on the Dental Profession! It’s his perspective that NOW is a fabulous time in dentistr... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 53:12 min If you are a regular listener of the Thriving Dentist Show you know that Gary is bullish on the Dental Profession! It’s his perspective that NOW is a fabulous time in dentistry. Dr. Daniel Cheung share’s Gary’s passion for dentistry. He is an […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds113mike-pedersen/ Wed, 19 Mar 2014 05:00:58 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4722 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 55:45 min Your website is a critical element in your practice marketing. It’s your ‘digital storefront’ and serves to represent your practice to potential patients in your community. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 55:45 min Your website is a critical element in your practice marketing. It’s your ‘digital storefront’ and serves to represent your practice to potential patients in your community. Mike Pedersen is a digital marketing genius with over 16 years of online marketing experience. In this […] Takacs Learning Center clean 55:46 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds112steffany-mohan/ Wed, 12 Mar 2014 05:00:35 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4717 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 54:03 min Many Dentists today struggle with creating a successful balance between their professional and their personal lives. In this interview, Gary talks with his friend Dr. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 54:03 min Many Dentists today struggle with creating a successful balance between their professional and their personal lives. In this interview, Gary talks with his friend Dr. Steffany Mohan about the practice model she has developed that helps her achieve balance in her life. Steffany is a very accomplished […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds111debra-englehardt-nash/ Wed, 05 Mar 2014 06:00:02 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4712 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 57:04 min   How new patients come into your practice can set the stage to an awesome experience. In this amazing interview, Practice Management Consultant Debra Englehardt-Nash shares s... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 57:04 min   How new patients come into your practice can set the stage to an awesome experience. In this amazing interview, Practice Management Consultant Debra Englehardt-Nash shares some powerful information on how to handle the new patient phone call. There is a great deal of […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds110alex-bankhead/ Wed, 26 Feb 2014 05:00:36 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4706 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 53:15 min Periodontal disease is an epidemic in the US and getting serious about diagnosing and treating perio disease is not only an excellent practice builder but also a pathway to gr... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 53:15 min Periodontal disease is an epidemic in the US and getting serious about diagnosing and treating perio disease is not only an excellent practice builder but also a pathway to greater overall health for your patients. Dr. Alex Bankhead is a world-renowned authority on perio […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds109jo-anne-jones/ Wed, 19 Feb 2014 05:00:11 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4701 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 55:39 min The incidence of Oral Cancer has been increasing at alarming rates. Oral Cancer is the 6th most common form of cancer in the US and the most expensive to treat. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 55:39 min The incidence of Oral Cancer has been increasing at alarming rates. Oral Cancer is the 6th most common form of cancer in the US and the most expensive to treat. At Gary’s own dental office, LifeSmiles Dental Care, he and his Team has […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds108ashley-latter/ Wed, 12 Feb 2014 05:00:20 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4696 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 45:22 min Discussing fees with patients is a topic that many Dentists struggle with. Recently, Ashley Latter wrote a book titled; You are Worth It: Feel Comfortable Communicating Your F... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 45:22 min Discussing fees with patients is a topic that many Dentists struggle with. Recently, Ashley Latter wrote a book titled; You are Worth It: Feel Comfortable Communicating Your Fees and Achieve the Income Your Services Deserve. In this interview, Gary and Ashley share powerful information that […] Takacs Learning Center clean 45:23 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds107michael-perpich/ Wed, 05 Feb 2014 05:00:16 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4685 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 54:09 min   Audits from insurance companies and boards of dentistry are an increasing reality for many Dentists. Dr. Michael Perpich is an authority on the subject and has helped many D... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 54:09 min   Audits from insurance companies and boards of dentistry are an increasing reality for many Dentists. Dr. Michael Perpich is an authority on the subject and has helped many Dentists defend themselves from these audits. In this important interview, Mike and Gary discuss the types of […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds106gary-takacs/ Wed, 29 Jan 2014 05:00:12 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4678 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 52:18 min If you are a regular listener to the Thriving Dentist Show it’s no secret that Gary is ‘bullish’ on dentistry! Now is an excellent time to be in the dental profession provided... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 52:18 min If you are a regular listener to the Thriving Dentist Show it’s no secret that Gary is ‘bullish’ on dentistry! Now is an excellent time to be in the dental profession provided you are doing the right things. One of the goals Gary […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds105hayley-irons/ Wed, 22 Jan 2014 05:00:04 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4674 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 50:08 min Social media marketing presents many opportunities for dental practices. We all know that word of mouth is the most effective form of marketing and social media allows you to ... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 50:08 min Social media marketing presents many opportunities for dental practices. We all know that word of mouth is the most effective form of marketing and social media allows you to leverage the technology available today to convert your patients to raving fans who can’t […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds104david-harris/ Wed, 15 Jan 2014 04:00:58 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4668 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 51:31 min Embezzlement against Dentists is a serious problem.  Published statistics suggest that the chance of a Dentist being defrauded in his or her career exceeds 60% and those that ... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 51:31 min Embezzlement against Dentists is a serious problem.  Published statistics suggest that the chance of a Dentist being defrauded in his or her career exceeds 60% and those that become victims will experience on an average loss of $110,000. To help you avoid becoming a victim, […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds103robert-whitman/ Wed, 08 Jan 2014 05:00:23 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4661 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 50:52 min Two topics that are very important to us at the Thriving Dentist Show are new technology advances and oral cancer screening. This interview with Robert Whitman combines both o... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 50:52 min Two topics that are very important to us at the Thriving Dentist Show are new technology advances and oral cancer screening. This interview with Robert Whitman combines both of these topics in a compelling interview. Robert brings a medical engineering mindset to the dental profession. He has […] Takacs Learning Center clean 44:15 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds102milesandmorrison/ Thu, 26 Dec 2013 02:10:12 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4657 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: : min We had such a positive response from the previous interview with Linda Miles and Robin Morrison that we decided to bring them back for a very Special Holiday Season Thriving Denti... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: : min We had such a positive response from the previous interview with Linda Miles and Robin Morrison that we decided to bring them back for a very Special Holiday Season Thriving Dentist Show. In this wonderful interview, Linda and Robin explain why it is […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds101heidi-arndt/ Wed, 18 Dec 2013 04:00:51 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4652 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: : min   The hygiene department is the backbone of a thriving dental practice. The success of your hygiene department is directly related to the success of your practice. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: : min   The hygiene department is the backbone of a thriving dental practice. The success of your hygiene department is directly related to the success of your practice. We are very fortunate to have Heidi Arndt RDH as a special guest on the Thriving Dentist Show. […] Takacs Learning Center clean 52:52 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds100cliff-ruddle/ Wed, 11 Dec 2013 05:00:53 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4643 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: : min For the 100th episode of the Thriving Dentist Show we are thrilled to have Dr. Cliff Ruddle as a very special guest! Gary and Dr. Ruddle have been friends for many years and he is... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: : min For the 100th episode of the Thriving Dentist Show we are thrilled to have Dr. Cliff Ruddle as a very special guest! Gary and Dr. Ruddle have been friends for many years and he is an amazing authority on all things endo. Dr. Ruddle is […] Takacs Learning Center clean 1:04:47 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds099michael-couch/ Wed, 04 Dec 2013 06:00:47 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4633 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: : min Dentistry has some very distinct occupational hazards. In a recent survey, it was reported that 87% of Dentists surveyed reported debilitating eyestrain, Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: : min Dentistry has some very distinct occupational hazards. In a recent survey, it was reported that 87% of Dentists surveyed reported debilitating eyestrain, 75% reported carpal tunnel symptoms, and 50% reported back, neck and shoulder pains. Sadly many of these occupational hazards lead to […] Takacs Learning Center clean 49:47 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds098david-griggs/ Wed, 20 Nov 2013 05:00:00 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4534 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: : min   Your practice is one of your most valuable assets. In this interview Dr. David Griggs will provide you with important information to help you determine what your practice is rea... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: : min   Your practice is one of your most valuable assets. In this interview Dr. David Griggs will provide you with important information to help you determine what your practice is really worth. As the author of the best-selling book titled: Successful Practice Transitions, Dr. Griggs is one of […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds097anastasia-turchetta/ Wed, 13 Nov 2013 16:18:18 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4528 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 46:07 min Anastasia Turchetta RDH is a practicing hygienist and the created of the very poplar video blog titled, ‘Anastasia’s Hump Day Happenings’ that comes out every Wednesday on You... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 46:07 min Anastasia Turchetta RDH is a practicing hygienist and the created of the very poplar video blog titled, ‘Anastasia’s Hump Day Happenings’ that comes out every Wednesday on Youtube. In this video blog Anastasia provides consumers with information to help them achieve great oral health. As a very experienced […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds096erik-deckers/ Wed, 06 Nov 2013 06:05:25 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4506 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 49:57 min As the author of three books, Erik Deckers is a real-world authority on the subject of content marketing. In this interview Erik and Gary discuss how content marketing can ben... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 49:57 min As the author of three books, Erik Deckers is a real-world authority on the subject of content marketing. In this interview Erik and Gary discuss how content marketing can benefit a dental practice and how a blog is an important element of your […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds095doug-carlsen/ Wed, 30 Oct 2013 05:15:34 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4495 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 1:04:24 min Dr. Doug Carlsen enjoyed a private practice in Albuquerque, New Mexico for 25 years until retiring from practice at the age of 53. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 1:04:24 min Dr. Doug Carlsen enjoyed a private practice in Albuquerque, New Mexico for 25 years until retiring from practice at the age of 53. Since then he has studied other Dentists who were able to retire at an early age and recorded their stories. […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds094paul-feuerstein/ Wed, 23 Oct 2013 05:00:09 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4488 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 50:45 min   Dr. Paul Feuerstein is one of dentistry’s all time good guys! In addition to being a practicing Dentist, Paul is the Technology Editor for Dental Economics and he hosts the ... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 50:45 min   Dr. Paul Feuerstein is one of dentistry’s all time good guys! In addition to being a practicing Dentist, Paul is the Technology Editor for Dental Economics and he hosts the world-famous ‘High Technology Playground’ at the Yankee Dental Congress Show every January. […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds093deana-zost/ Wed, 16 Oct 2013 05:30:44 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4485 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 48:52 min One of the biggest challenges we face in the dental profession is helping our patients take a greater interest in their oral health. In this amazing interview, Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 48:52 min One of the biggest challenges we face in the dental profession is helping our patients take a greater interest in their oral health. In this amazing interview, special guest Deana Zost shares some incredible information on a range of topics including; best way […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds092charles-whitney/ Wed, 09 Oct 2013 05:30:55 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4476 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 45:39 min We are learning more every day about the connection between oral and systemic health. In this fascinating interview Dr. Charles (Chip) Whitney shares compelling new informatio... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 45:39 min We are learning more every day about the connection between oral and systemic health. In this fascinating interview Dr. Charles (Chip) Whitney shares compelling new information about why Dentists should be serious about diagnosing and treating periodontal disease today. In this interview Dr. Whitney discusses […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/thriving-dentist-show-app/ Tue, 08 Oct 2013 18:47:17 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4470 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds091livvie-matthews/ Wed, 02 Oct 2013 08:00:06 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4439 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: : min In this engaging interview with Livvie Matthews, Gary and Livvie discuss how to use the power of social media and online marketing to attract more patients. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: : min In this engaging interview with Livvie Matthews, Gary and Livvie discuss how to use the power of social media and online marketing to attract more patients. Livvie has over 30 years of experience as a client attraction coach and consultant. In this interview […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds090dave-stachowiak/ Wed, 25 Sep 2013 05:00:57 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4431 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 55:22 min Strong leadership is often the difference between a good dental practice and a great dental practice. Dave is the host and producer of the Coaching for Leaders podcast that ch... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 55:22 min Strong leadership is often the difference between a good dental practice and a great dental practice. Dave is the host and producer of the Coaching for Leaders podcast that challenges people to look inward to improve their practical skills in communications, human relations, and […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds089marty-jablow/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds089marty-jablow/#respond Wed, 18 Sep 2013 06:00:17 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4413 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds089marty-jablow/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 54:08 min This is a truly amazing time for the dental profession. We are able to help patients in ways that were not possible even just a few years ago. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 54:08 min This is a truly amazing time for the dental profession. We are able to help patients in ways that were not possible even just a few years ago. Part of what makes this such an exciting time is the technology that we have […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds088laura-horton/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds088laura-horton/#respond Wed, 11 Sep 2013 06:00:39 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4415 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds088laura-horton/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: : min Laura Horton is an amazing resource from the UK on how to have a successful dental practice. She is an advocate of the role of the Treatment Coordinator and how this Team Member c... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: : min Laura Horton is an amazing resource from the UK on how to have a successful dental practice. She is an advocate of the role of the Treatment Coordinator and how this Team Member can have a very influential role in the practice. In […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds087david-hornbrook/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds087david-hornbrook/#respond Wed, 04 Sep 2013 17:47:16 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4409 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds087david-hornbrook/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 45:22 min Dr. David Hornbrook is a very gifted clinician and dental educator. In this inspiring interview, David discusses some simple tips that Dentists can use to increase case accept... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 45:22 min Dr. David Hornbrook is a very gifted clinician and dental educator. In this inspiring interview, David discusses some simple tips that Dentists can use to increase case acceptance of ideal care. David discusses what he likes to call, “Dwarfing the treatment plan”.  This is […] Takacs Learning Center clean 45:23 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds086mcmanus/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds086mcmanus/#respond Wed, 28 Aug 2013 08:00:35 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4403 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds086mcmanus/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 54:41 min Dentists often have excuses for why they cannot develop a successful dental practice. In this interview, Vicki systematically eliminates all possible excuses and explains exac... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 54:41 min Dentists often have excuses for why they cannot develop a successful dental practice. In this interview, Vicki systematically eliminates all possible excuses and explains exactly how you can create a thriving practice wherever you are located. She provides examples of Dentists who are succeeding […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds085mikepedersen/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds085mikepedersen/#respond Wed, 21 Aug 2013 08:00:57 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4397 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds085mikepedersen/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 54:13 min Mastering Search Engine Optimization (SEO) has become increasingly important today. An online search is a frequent method of finding a Dentist today and a ranking on page 1 of... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 54:13 min Mastering Search Engine Optimization (SEO) has become increasingly important today. An online search is a frequent method of finding a Dentist today and a ranking on page 1 of a Google search can be a very productive source of new patients to your […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds084stacysveilis/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds084stacysveilis/#respond Wed, 14 Aug 2013 07:00:36 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4383 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds084stacysveilis/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 49:08 min Dentistry is a team Sport! In this Show, Stacy shares her experience on how to create a high performance dental team. Topics include; how to attract and keep the right team me... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 49:08 min Dentistry is a team Sport! In this Show, Stacy shares her experience on how to create a high performance dental team. Topics include; how to attract and keep the right team members, how to empower your team, and how to have effective communication within the […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/ce-key-to-a-thriving-dental-practice/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/ce-key-to-a-thriving-dental-practice/#respond Thu, 08 Aug 2013 17:30:33 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4375 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/ce-key-to-a-thriving-dental-practice/feed/ 0 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds083-linda-miles/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds083-linda-miles/#respond Wed, 07 Aug 2013 07:00:37 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4365 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds083-linda-miles/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 48:53 min The incidence of Oral Cancer is rising here in the United States and Internationally as well. In the US this year over 42,000 Americans will be diagnosed with Oral Cancer and ... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 48:53 min The incidence of Oral Cancer is rising here in the United States and Internationally as well. In the US this year over 42,000 Americans will be diagnosed with Oral Cancer and sadly, over 9,000 of those diagnosed will die. The good news is […] Takacs Learning Center clean 48:54 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds082garytakacs/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds082garytakacs/#respond Wed, 31 Jul 2013 00:48:49 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4312 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds082garytakacs/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 47:43 min This week’s episode is the first without co-host Andy Traub. He recently published his book titled Early to Rise (http://amzn.to/11zpvq4) and if you have not read this wonderf... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time: 47:43 min This week’s episode is the first without co-host Andy Traub. He recently published his book titled Early to Rise (http://amzn.to/11zpvq4) and if you have not read this wonderful book, then run don’t walk and read it NOW. May be the best $7.99 you […] Takacs Learning Center clean 47:43 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds080-naomi-cooper/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds080-naomi-cooper/#respond Wed, 24 Jul 2013 13:00:38 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4235 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds080-naomi-cooper/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time We have invited a very dear friend of Gary’s and a proven authority on the topic of dental marketing as our Special Guest. Naomi Cooper is the President of a dental marketing consultancy... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time We have invited a very dear friend of Gary’s and a proven authority on the topic of dental marketing as our Special Guest. Naomi Cooper is the President of a dental marketing consultancy, she is an author, speaker and dental industry opinion leader on the topic of attracting […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds081-jim-higgins/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds081-jim-higgins/#respond Wed, 17 Jul 2013 13:00:40 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4236 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds081-jim-higgins/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 55:36 Today we have a very special guest on the show. Jim Higgins is a friend of Gary’s and the founder and CEO of Solution Reach, known as Smile Reminder in the Dental Profession. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 55:36 Today we have a very special guest on the show. Jim Higgins is a friend of Gary’s and the founder and CEO of Solution Reach, known as Smile Reminder in the Dental Profession. Jim and his Team have created some incredible tools that benefit your practice and […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds078-james-kuester/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds078-james-kuester/#respond Wed, 10 Jul 2013 13:00:12 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4228 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds078-james-kuester/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 48:42 One of the elements of a thriving dental practice is a great facility! One that you and your team enjoying working in and your patients enjoy visiting. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 48:42 One of the elements of a thriving dental practice is a great facility! One that you and your team enjoying working in and your patients enjoy visiting. Gary built his ideal facility in April 2011 and he knows firsthand the importance of a great office. One of […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds079-dr-dhru-shah/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds079-dr-dhru-shah/#respond Wed, 26 Jun 2013 13:00:27 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4230 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds079-dr-dhru-shah/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 50:05 As a regular listener to the Thriving Dentist Show, you know that Gary and I are quite passionate about technology and digital content. After all, Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 50:05 As a regular listener to the Thriving Dentist Show, you know that Gary and I are quite passionate about technology and digital content. After all, it is through the magic of digital technology that allows us to bring you this podcast! And the truly amazing thing is […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/yourvalue/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/yourvalue/#respond Tue, 25 Jun 2013 17:32:36 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4251 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/yourvalue/feed/ 0 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds077-rita-zamora/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds077-rita-zamora/#respond Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:00:54 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4201 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds077-rita-zamora/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 53:16 Recently we had Rita Zamora as a guest on the podcast and the show has experienced a large number of downloads. In his first interview with Rita, Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 53:16 Recently we had Rita Zamora as a guest on the podcast and the show has experienced a large number of downloads. In his first interview with Rita, Gary invited listeners to email questions to him and he would invite Rita back on the Show to answer your […] Takacs Learning Center clean 53:17 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds076-dr-leonard-tau/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds076-dr-leonard-tau/#respond Wed, 12 Jun 2013 13:00:42 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4043 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds076-dr-leonard-tau/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 51:07   We all recognize the importance of word of mouth referral because the patients who are referred to you already have trust and confidence in you before they even pick up the phone... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 51:07   We all recognize the importance of word of mouth referral because the patients who are referred to you already have trust and confidence in you before they even pick up the phone to make their first appointment. Today, the internet allows you to expand this word of […] Takacs Learning Center clean 51:07 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/grow-your-whitening-business-in-the-wedding-season/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/grow-your-whitening-business-in-the-wedding-season/#respond Wed, 05 Jun 2013 20:54:02 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4061 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/grow-your-whitening-business-in-the-wedding-season/feed/ 0 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/we-can-do-better-than-this/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/we-can-do-better-than-this/#respond Wed, 05 Jun 2013 20:46:36 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4055 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/we-can-do-better-than-this/feed/ 0 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds075-dr-mark-hyman/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds075-dr-mark-hyman/#respond Wed, 05 Jun 2013 13:00:06 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=4039 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds075-dr-mark-hyman/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 47:08   One of Gary’s favorite quotes goes like this… ”If you want to be successful, then do what successful people do.” We’re not sure who to attribute this quote to but it sure does ma... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 47:08   One of Gary’s favorite quotes goes like this… ”If you want to be successful, then do what successful people do.” We’re not sure who to attribute this quote to but it sure does make sense! In this episode we are very fortunate to have a very […] Takacs Learning Center clean 47:08 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/a-missing-piece-to-the-insurance-puzzle-with-jill-coon-rdh/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/a-missing-piece-to-the-insurance-puzzle-with-jill-coon-rdh/#respond Wed, 29 May 2013 13:00:01 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3848 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/a-missing-piece-to-the-insurance-puzzle-with-jill-coon-rdh/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 38:10   We recognize that dealing with dental insurance can be a major challenge for all dental offices. This challenge occurs on many levels. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 38:10   We recognize that dealing with dental insurance can be a major challenge for all dental offices. This challenge occurs on many levels. The reality is that patients know very little about their dental insurance and often times they assume that dental insurance is just like their […] Takacs Learning Center clean 38:10 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/giving-our-dental-assitants-the-love-they-deserve-with-kevin-henry/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/giving-our-dental-assitants-the-love-they-deserve-with-kevin-henry/#respond Wed, 22 May 2013 13:00:21 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3841 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/giving-our-dental-assitants-the-love-they-deserve-with-kevin-henry/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 55:05   Dental Assistants are the unsung heroes of the Dental Profession! I think Gary would go as far as to say that it is very difficult, if not impossible, Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 55:05   Dental Assistants are the unsung heroes of the Dental Profession! I think Gary would go as far as to say that it is very difficult, if not impossible, to have a Thriving practice without the help your dental assistants. In this episode we are very fortunate […] Takacs Learning Center clean 55:05 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/its-a-great-time-to-be-alive-and-doing-dentistry-with-dr-john-flucke/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/its-a-great-time-to-be-alive-and-doing-dentistry-with-dr-john-flucke/#respond Wed, 15 May 2013 13:00:59 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3829 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/its-a-great-time-to-be-alive-and-doing-dentistry-with-dr-john-flucke/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 01:05:47   Technology allows us to produce the Thriving Dentist Show and share it for free with Dentists in 101 countries! We are very excited to have a fellow Geek and friend of Gary’s ... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 01:05:47   Technology allows us to produce the Thriving Dentist Show and share it for free with Dentists in 101 countries! We are very excited to have a fellow Geek and friend of Gary’s on the Show today. Dr. John Flucke is the Technology Editor of Dental Products […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/the-power-of-video-in-your-marketing/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/the-power-of-video-in-your-marketing/#respond Wed, 08 May 2013 13:00:26 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3821 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/the-power-of-video-in-your-marketing/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 41:40   In a recent blog post titled, ‘Make 2013 The Year of Video’ Gary discussed the reasons why video should be an important part of your digital marketing plan. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 41:40   In a recent blog post titled, ‘Make 2013 The Year of Video’ Gary discussed the reasons why video should be an important part of your digital marketing plan. This blog post received so much positive feedback from this blog post that we decided to devote this […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds070-dr-james-goolnik/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds070-dr-james-goolnik/#respond Wed, 01 May 2013 13:00:17 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3748 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds070-dr-james-goolnik/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 38:50   Access to dental care is a major issue in developing countries and it is truly heartwarming to see how Dental Professionals provide charitable care to those patients who might no... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 38:50   Access to dental care is a major issue in developing countries and it is truly heartwarming to see how Dental Professionals provide charitable care to those patients who might not ever receive care otherwise. Gary has often said that he’s not sure who benefits most; the people receiving the […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/ecodentistry/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/ecodentistry/#respond Tue, 30 Apr 2013 05:00:23 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3732 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/ecodentistry/feed/ 0 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/hello-world/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/hello-world/#respond Tue, 30 Apr 2013 04:52:02 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=1 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/hello-world/feed/ 0 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/top-5-ways-to-grow-your-whitening-business/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/top-5-ways-to-grow-your-whitening-business/#respond Wed, 24 Apr 2013 19:08:09 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3720 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/top-5-ways-to-grow-your-whitening-business/feed/ 0 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds069-dr-mark-montgomery/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds069-dr-mark-montgomery/#respond Wed, 24 Apr 2013 13:00:00 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3715 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds069-dr-mark-montgomery/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 59:09   Chronic headaches, migraines, and other debilitating pain of the head, neck, face and jaw are a reality for millions of people. In the US alone, Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 59:09   Chronic headaches, migraines, and other debilitating pain of the head, neck, face and jaw are a reality for millions of people. In the US alone, over 45 Million people experience chronic headaches each year and over 23 Million people experience severe migraine headaches annually. In this episode we have a very […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds068/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds068/#respond Wed, 17 Apr 2013 13:00:04 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3707 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds068/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 51:46   Helping patients accept ideal treatment recommendations so they can enjoy the benefits of ideal dental health must be one of the most rewarding aspects of being a Dentist. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 51:46   Helping patients accept ideal treatment recommendations so they can enjoy the benefits of ideal dental health must be one of the most rewarding aspects of being a Dentist. In this Show, Gary is going to share some excellent tips to increase case acceptance in your practice. […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/the-most-important-question-to-ask-every-patient/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/the-most-important-question-to-ask-every-patient/#respond Fri, 12 Apr 2013 08:06:05 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3702 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/the-most-important-question-to-ask-every-patient/feed/ 0 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds067/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds067/#respond Wed, 10 Apr 2013 13:00:10 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3687 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds067/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 45:31   The most effective dental marketing is an integrated marketing plan where everything is coordinated to work most effectively. You know that Gary is a huge advocate of digital mar... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 45:31   The most effective dental marketing is an integrated marketing plan where everything is coordinated to work most effectively. You know that Gary is a huge advocate of digital marketing and that he uses digital marketing as a very effective part of his marketing plan at LifeSmiles […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds066/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds066/#respond Wed, 03 Apr 2013 13:00:41 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3671 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds066/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 37:23   If you have been a regular listener of the Thriving Dentist Show you know that Gary is quite passionate about social media. It is likely that you already follow Gary on Facebook ... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 37:23   If you have been a regular listener of the Thriving Dentist Show you know that Gary is quite passionate about social media. It is likely that you already follow Gary on Facebook or twitter and if you don’t already do so let me encourage you to […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/7-most-important-things-to-measure-in-your-dental-practice/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/7-most-important-things-to-measure-in-your-dental-practice/#respond Tue, 02 Apr 2013 23:58:00 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3645 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/7-most-important-things-to-measure-in-your-dental-practice/feed/ 0 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds065/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds065/#respond Wed, 27 Mar 2013 13:00:14 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3605 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds065/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 37:23   Gary uses the concept of Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) to help his clients better understand what is actually happening in their practice. I have often heard Gary say, Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 37:23   Gary uses the concept of Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) to help his clients better understand what is actually happening in their practice. I have often heard Gary say, “the data never lies’ and he is absolutely right. You may have the perception that a particular area of your […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/5-reasons-you-need-a-mobile-website-2/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/5-reasons-you-need-a-mobile-website-2/#respond Tue, 26 Mar 2013 15:11:14 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3616 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/5-reasons-you-need-a-mobile-website-2/feed/ 0 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds064/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds064/#respond Wed, 20 Mar 2013 13:00:29 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3604 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds064/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 48:25   Communication is a challenge for many Dentists yet mastering communication and case presentation skills are an absolute must if you are going to have a Thriving practice. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 48:25   Communication is a challenge for many Dentists yet mastering communication and case presentation skills are an absolute must if you are going to have a Thriving practice. Recently, Gary had the honor of speaking in the UK at The Dentistry Show, one of the largest dental […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/4-best-books-to-develop-a-thriving-practice/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/4-best-books-to-develop-a-thriving-practice/#respond Tue, 19 Mar 2013 17:54:25 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3585 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/4-best-books-to-develop-a-thriving-practice/feed/ 0 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds063/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds063/#respond Wed, 13 Mar 2013 13:00:39 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3577 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds063/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 43:42   Successful dental practices are located in a variety of settings. One of the most common questions that Gary gets from young dentists when he is speaking is; ‘Where should I buy ... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 43:42   Successful dental practices are located in a variety of settings. One of the most common questions that Gary gets from young dentists when he is speaking is; ‘Where should I buy or start my practice?’ Many successful practices are located in large cities, like New York, […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds062/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds062/#respond Wed, 06 Mar 2013 13:00:21 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3553 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds062/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 37:22   In previous episodes of the Thriving Dentist Show we have discussed the importance of marketing as a means of growing your practice. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 37:22   In previous episodes of the Thriving Dentist Show we have discussed the importance of marketing as a means of growing your practice. Growth is important in a thriving practice because increased income helps reduce the cost of your fixed expenses. We recently had Dr. Howard Farran […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/nine-habits-of-a-happy-dental-professional/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/nine-habits-of-a-happy-dental-professional/#respond Wed, 06 Mar 2013 03:21:17 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3516 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/nine-habits-of-a-happy-dental-professional/feed/ 0 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/influence-people-dental-style/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/influence-people-dental-style/#respond Thu, 28 Feb 2013 19:43:27 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3505 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/influence-people-dental-style/feed/ 0 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds061/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds061/#respond Wed, 27 Feb 2013 13:00:15 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3499 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds061/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 29:48   Gary recently returned from an absolutely incredible conference, the 148th Annual Chicago Mid-Winter Meeting. You’ve heard Gary discuss the importance of continuous learning and ... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 29:48   Gary recently returned from an absolutely incredible conference, the 148th Annual Chicago Mid-Winter Meeting. You’ve heard Gary discuss the importance of continuous learning and attending conferences. He has identified a spirit of learning as one of the characteristics of a thriving Dentist. In this episode Gary shares some of […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/run-the-day/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/run-the-day/#respond Tue, 26 Feb 2013 23:45:11 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3487 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/run-the-day/feed/ 0 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds060/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds060/#respond Wed, 20 Feb 2013 13:00:02 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3428 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds060/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 54:32   If you are a regular listener of the Show, you know that Gary teaches that a thriving dental practice has created a comprehensive marketing plan to consistently attract quality n... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 54:32   If you are a regular listener of the Show, you know that Gary teaches that a thriving dental practice has created a comprehensive marketing plan to consistently attract quality new patients using internal, external and digital marketing strategies. While each of these 3 components is important, […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/increase-patient-referrals/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/increase-patient-referrals/#respond Tue, 19 Feb 2013 18:52:36 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3465 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/increase-patient-referrals/feed/ 0 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/top-5-ways-to-love-dentistry/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/top-5-ways-to-love-dentistry/#respond Thu, 14 Feb 2013 17:26:50 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3439 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/top-5-ways-to-love-dentistry/feed/ 0 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds059/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds059/#respond Wed, 13 Feb 2013 13:00:01 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3368 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds059/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 48:13   One of the fundamental differences between an OK dental practice and a thriving dental practice is that in thriving dental practices the Dentist and Team Members are happy and th... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 48:13   One of the fundamental differences between an OK dental practice and a thriving dental practice is that in thriving dental practices the Dentist and Team Members are happy and they enjoy working together. When the Dentist and Team is happy and functioning as a team, patients […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/keep-your-hygiene-filled/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/keep-your-hygiene-filled/#respond Tue, 12 Feb 2013 15:51:23 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3409 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/keep-your-hygiene-filled/feed/ 0 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/year-of-video/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/year-of-video/#respond Thu, 07 Feb 2013 19:36:17 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3394 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/year-of-video/feed/ 0 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds057/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds057/#respond Wed, 06 Feb 2013 13:00:10 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3381 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds057/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 51:10   The topic of dental implants is very still evolving today! While dental implants are hardly new, the reality is that advances in materials and technology allow you to successfull... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 51:10   The topic of dental implants is very still evolving today! While dental implants are hardly new, the reality is that advances in materials and technology allow you to successfully provide dental implants to more patients today. We have a very special guest on the Show today […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds058/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds058/#respond Wed, 30 Jan 2013 13:00:49 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3361 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds058/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 49:40   Good communication between the Dentist and the Specialist or the Dental Lab can be a huge factor in the outcome of a case. In the past, Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 49:40   Good communication between the Dentist and the Specialist or the Dental Lab can be a huge factor in the outcome of a case. In the past, this communication was very cumbersome and inefficient. Today, technology makes this communication so much easier. I am very interested in […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/early-to-rise/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/early-to-rise/#respond Tue, 29 Jan 2013 17:52:07 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3338 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/early-to-rise/feed/ 0 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/eco-dentistry-conference/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/eco-dentistry-conference/#respond Fri, 25 Jan 2013 04:58:33 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3329 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/eco-dentistry-conference/feed/ 0 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds056/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds056/#respond Wed, 23 Jan 2013 13:00:07 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3318 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds056/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 39:21   One of Gary’s goals in producing the Thriving Dentist Show is to introduce leaders and mentors to our listening audience. If you have been a regular listener to the Show you’ve h... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 39:21   One of Gary’s goals in producing the Thriving Dentist Show is to introduce leaders and mentors to our listening audience. If you have been a regular listener to the Show you’ve had the privilege of hearing from some of the most influential people in the dental […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/a-people-game/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/a-people-game/#respond Tue, 22 Jan 2013 05:00:20 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3309 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/a-people-game/feed/ 0 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/the-icarus-dilemma/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/the-icarus-dilemma/#respond Thu, 17 Jan 2013 21:11:09 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3296 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/the-icarus-dilemma/feed/ 0 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds055/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds055/#respond Wed, 16 Jan 2013 13:00:45 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3259 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds055/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 51:50   Business leadership is such a critical element of having a thriving practice. You have heard Gary talk about the fact that to succeed in dentistry today you need to master three ... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 51:50   Business leadership is such a critical element of having a thriving practice. You have heard Gary talk about the fact that to succeed in dentistry today you need to master three different realms. Those three realms are; Clinical Excellence, Business Acumen, and the third realm is […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/s-m-a-r-t-goals/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/s-m-a-r-t-goals/#respond Wed, 16 Jan 2013 06:10:41 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3267 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/s-m-a-r-t-goals/feed/ 0 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds054/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds054/#respond Wed, 09 Jan 2013 13:00:11 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3248 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds054/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 51:50   If you are a regular listener to the Thriving Dentist Show you know that Gary and I and our guests are bullish on dentistry and that we have a very positive perspective on the fu... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 51:50   If you are a regular listener to the Thriving Dentist Show you know that Gary and I and our guests are bullish on dentistry and that we have a very positive perspective on the future of the dental profession. You would be hard pressed to find […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/do-something/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/do-something/#respond Tue, 08 Jan 2013 23:20:41 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3240 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/do-something/feed/ 0 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/make-2013-your-best-year-yet/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/make-2013-your-best-year-yet/#respond Thu, 03 Jan 2013 21:58:28 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3231 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/make-2013-your-best-year-yet/feed/ 0 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds053/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds053/#respond Wed, 02 Jan 2013 15:57:23 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3226 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds053/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 42:08 The Thriving Dentist Show is all about practical information that will help you develop a thriving practice. If you are a regular listener to this Show you know that although Gary ... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 42:08 The Thriving Dentist Show is all about practical information that will help you develop a thriving practice. If you are a regular listener to this Show you know that although Gary is not a Dentist, he co-owns a dental practice in Phoenix, Arizona in a business partnership […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds052/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds052/#respond Wed, 19 Dec 2012 13:00:52 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3198 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds052/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 46:35   Gary is an expert in the ‘Business of Dentistry’ and has the unique opportunity to serve as a coach and consultant to Dentists in a variety of practice situations. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 46:35   Gary is an expert in the ‘Business of Dentistry’ and has the unique opportunity to serve as a coach and consultant to Dentists in a variety of practice situations. There are many different successful formats of practice and Gary works with each client to identify their […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/the-data-never-lie/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/the-data-never-lie/#respond Tue, 18 Dec 2012 16:50:41 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3204 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/the-data-never-lie/feed/ 0 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds051/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds051/#respond Wed, 12 Dec 2012 13:00:02 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3181 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tds051/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 37:02   This podcast is all about helping you develop a practice that provides personal, professional and financial fulfillment, or as Gary likes to say……a THRIVING practice. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 37:02   This podcast is all about helping you develop a practice that provides personal, professional and financial fulfillment, or as Gary likes to say……a THRIVING practice. When it comes to professional fulfillment I imagine that nothing could be more fulfilling and exciting than helping a patient achieve […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/is-your-vision-big-enough/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/is-your-vision-big-enough/#respond Wed, 12 Dec 2012 04:37:51 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3180 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/is-your-vision-big-enough/feed/ 0 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/050/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/050/#respond Wed, 05 Dec 2012 17:37:45 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3173 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/050/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 41:10 If you have been following Gary’s ‘Airplane Wing Photos’ on facebook, you recently noticed some stunning photos of Key West and the Florida Keys where Gary spoke at the Academy of ... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 41:10 If you have been following Gary’s ‘Airplane Wing Photos’ on facebook, you recently noticed some stunning photos of Key West and the Florida Keys where Gary spoke at the Academy of Comprehensive Esthetics (ACE) Mastermind Event. This event was a fabulous learning opportunity for Dentists and the entire Team and […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/the-future-is-bright/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/the-future-is-bright/#respond Tue, 04 Dec 2012 23:05:48 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3161 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/the-future-is-bright/feed/ 0 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/049/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/049/#respond Wed, 28 Nov 2012 18:10:03 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3155 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/049/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 51:35 The listeners of the Thriving Dentist Show know that we embrace technology as one of the elements of a thriving dental practice. This is such a fabulous time to be in the dental pr... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 51:35 The listeners of the Thriving Dentist Show know that we embrace technology as one of the elements of a thriving dental practice. This is such a fabulous time to be in the dental profession, in part because of the truly amazing technology that allows you to help […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/are-you-all-in/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/are-you-all-in/#respond Tue, 27 Nov 2012 16:53:51 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3150 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/are-you-all-in/feed/ 0 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/048/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/048/#respond Wed, 21 Nov 2012 13:00:48 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3123 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/048/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 31:59     Show #3 – Dentistry As a Team Sport – Dr. Greg Pitts Recommendation: Assign ‘Champions’ to quarterback key areas of your practice   Show #10 – The Importance of Mastering Mobil... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 31:59     Show #3 – Dentistry As a Team Sport – Dr. Greg Pitts Recommendation: Assign ‘Champions’ to quarterback key areas of your practice   Show #10 – The Importance of Mastering Mobile – Al Ferretti Recommendation: Get a Mobile website   Show #14 – Leading Your Practice to Success – Katherine Eitel […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/047/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/047/#respond Wed, 14 Nov 2012 18:54:49 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3117 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/047/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 57:30 Recently, Gary was a speaker at the American Academy of Dental Office Managers Annual Conference. In addition to his speaking sessions at this conference, Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 57:30 Recently, Gary was a speaker at the American Academy of Dental Office Managers Annual Conference. In addition to his speaking sessions at this conference, Gary was invited to be part of an open mic panel for the general session where attendees could ask the panelists questions about […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/046/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/046/#respond Wed, 07 Nov 2012 18:49:33 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3110 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/046/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 1:08:06 As a listener to the Thriving Dentist Show, you are someone who embraces technology  and appreciates the advantages of a digital world. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 1:08:06 As a listener to the Thriving Dentist Show, you are someone who embraces technology  and appreciates the advantages of a digital world. Today’s Show will be of keen interest to you because Gary is going to talk about Digital Marketing and how to consistently attract quality new […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/abundance-or-scarcity/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/abundance-or-scarcity/#respond Wed, 07 Nov 2012 15:20:37 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3093 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/abundance-or-scarcity/feed/ 0 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/increasing-practice-profitability-with-dr-charles-blair/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/increasing-practice-profitability-with-dr-charles-blair/#respond Wed, 31 Oct 2012 15:26:24 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3086 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/increasing-practice-profitability-with-dr-charles-blair/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 49:06 This past August, Gary had the distinct honor of being invited to speak at a meeting hosted by Dr. Gordon Christensen. The panel included a selection of some outstanding speakers i... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 49:06 This past August, Gary had the distinct honor of being invited to speak at a meeting hosted by Dr. Gordon Christensen. The panel included a selection of some outstanding speakers including our guest on today’s show, Dr. Charles Blair. In his presentation, Dr. Blair provided some of […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/life-changing-dentistry/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/life-changing-dentistry/#respond Wed, 31 Oct 2012 15:11:51 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3080 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/life-changing-dentistry/feed/ 0 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/confessions-of-an-average-dentist-part-2/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/confessions-of-an-average-dentist-part-2/#respond Wed, 24 Oct 2012 13:00:33 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3073 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/confessions-of-an-average-dentist-part-2/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 54:34   If you are a regular listener to the Thriving Dentist Show, you know that it is unusual for us to have a return guest on the show. That is a tribute to Gary’s vast amount of frie... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 54:34   If you are a regular listener to the Thriving Dentist Show, you know that it is unusual for us to have a return guest on the show. That is a tribute to Gary’s vast amount of friends in dentistry. You know we have had some amazing […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/oh-the-places-you-will-go/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/oh-the-places-you-will-go/#respond Tue, 23 Oct 2012 16:33:32 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3058 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/oh-the-places-you-will-go/feed/ 0 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/confessions-of-an-average-dentist-with-dr-michael-ditolla-part-1/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/confessions-of-an-average-dentist-with-dr-michael-ditolla-part-1/#respond Wed, 17 Oct 2012 15:34:48 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3052 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/confessions-of-an-average-dentist-with-dr-michael-ditolla-part-1/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 54:41 One of the best elements of the Thriving Dentist Show is the friendships that Gary has with some of the most amazing people in the dental profession. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 54:41 One of the best elements of the Thriving Dentist Show is the friendships that Gary has with some of the most amazing people in the dental profession. Gary has developed these friendships over the past 30+ years and he brings these friends to the Thriving Dentist Show […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/preparing-for-medical-emergencies/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/preparing-for-medical-emergencies/#respond Wed, 17 Oct 2012 04:39:46 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3041 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/preparing-for-medical-emergencies/feed/ 0 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tips-from-wayne-gretzky-and-dr-lee-ann-brady/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tips-from-wayne-gretzky-and-dr-lee-ann-brady/#respond Wed, 10 Oct 2012 13:00:37 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3031 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/tips-from-wayne-gretzky-and-dr-lee-ann-brady/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 47:21   One of Gary’s favorite quotes comes for the National Hockey League legend, Wayne Gretsky and it goes like this……”You miss every shot that you don’t take. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 47:21   One of Gary’s favorite quotes comes for the National Hockey League legend, Wayne Gretsky and it goes like this……”You miss every shot that you don’t take.” That quote provides an excellent framework for today’s show because today we are going to talk about some great things you […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/passionaboutwhitening/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/passionaboutwhitening/#respond Thu, 04 Oct 2012 19:46:52 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3011 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/passionaboutwhitening/feed/ 0 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/helping-patients-overcome-their-fear-dr-silverman/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/helping-patients-overcome-their-fear-dr-silverman/#respond Wed, 03 Oct 2012 13:00:44 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=3002 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/helping-patients-overcome-their-fear-dr-silverman/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 54:56   Gary’s Dentist & Business Partner, Dr. Paul Nielson, is very serious about dental continuing education. He commits a massive amount of time each year to attending courses that al... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 54:56   Gary’s Dentist & Business Partner, Dr. Paul Nielson, is very serious about dental continuing education. He commits a massive amount of time each year to attending courses that allow him to be up on the latest advances in dentistry. Gary credits Paul’s commitment to continuing education […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/how-to-prepare-for-medical-emergencies-in-your-practice/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/how-to-prepare-for-medical-emergencies-in-your-practice/#respond Wed, 26 Sep 2012 13:00:02 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=2976 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/how-to-prepare-for-medical-emergencies-in-your-practice/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 41:04   In this episode of Thriving Dentist Show we address the very serious topic of how to prepare for medical emergencies in your practice. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 41:04   In this episode of Thriving Dentist Show we address the very serious topic of how to prepare for medical emergencies in your practice. Research done at the University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio reveals that every practicing U.S. dentist will face approximately eight potentially […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/more-great-patients/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/more-great-patients/#respond Thu, 20 Sep 2012 19:38:55 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=2982 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/more-great-patients/feed/ 0 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/how-to-use-whitening-to-grow-your-practice/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/how-to-use-whitening-to-grow-your-practice/#respond Wed, 19 Sep 2012 13:00:01 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=2968 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/how-to-use-whitening-to-grow-your-practice/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 34:35   If you are a regular listener of Thriving Dentist Show you may have listened to Show #31 with Dr. Dan Fischer as our guest who discussed the science of whitening. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 34:35   If you are a regular listener of Thriving Dentist Show you may have listened to Show #31 with Dr. Dan Fischer as our guest who discussed the science of whitening. On this episode Gary shared some very specific techniques that will help you do more whitening […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/the-company-you-keep/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/the-company-you-keep/#respond Thu, 13 Sep 2012 22:07:08 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=2956 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/the-company-you-keep/feed/ 0 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/how-to-master-the-banking-needs-of-your-practice/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/how-to-master-the-banking-needs-of-your-practice/#respond Wed, 12 Sep 2012 13:00:22 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=2948 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/how-to-master-the-banking-needs-of-your-practice/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 50:52   Like any business, a dental practice has capital needs throughout the life of the practitioner. At the beginning of their career a dentist will likely borrow money to either purc... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 50:52   Like any business, a dental practice has capital needs throughout the life of the practitioner. At the beginning of their career a dentist will likely borrow money to either purchase or start a practice. At some point the dentist may want to purchase their facility and […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/the-high-tech-high-touch-practice-with-dr-chris-haag/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/the-high-tech-high-touch-practice-with-dr-chris-haag/#respond Wed, 05 Sep 2012 17:24:24 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=2911 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/the-high-tech-high-touch-practice-with-dr-chris-haag/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 48:52   If you have ever attended one of Gary’s courses you know that the concepts he teaches are drawn from his real world experience in his own practice in Phoenix, Arizona. Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 48:52   If you have ever attended one of Gary’s courses you know that the concepts he teaches are drawn from his real world experience in his own practice in Phoenix, Arizona. Gary talks about what he has walked first. The entire purpose of the Thriving Dentist Show […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/importance-of-confidence/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/importance-of-confidence/#respond Tue, 04 Sep 2012 22:36:52 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=2920 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/importance-of-confidence/feed/ 0 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/more-perfect-days/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/more-perfect-days/#respond Thu, 30 Aug 2012 21:47:47 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=2900 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/more-perfect-days/feed/ 0 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/how-to-use-digital-media-to-help-grow-your-dental-practice/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/how-to-use-digital-media-to-help-grow-your-dental-practice/#respond Wed, 29 Aug 2012 06:33:52 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=2864 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/how-to-use-digital-media-to-help-grow-your-dental-practice/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 35:53 In this episode we visit with Jason Ault, co-founder and COO of Coffman Media a three old company that works to create solutions for businesses and organizations using the medium o... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 35:53 In this episode we visit with Jason Ault, co-founder and COO of Coffman Media a three old company that works to create solutions for businesses and organizations using the medium of digital signage.   What is Digital Signage and what does it mean in the dental profession? […] Takacs Learning Center clean http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/power-of-a-smile/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/power-of-a-smile/#respond Tue, 28 Aug 2012 15:19:49 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=2873 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/power-of-a-smile/feed/ 0 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/great-first-impressions/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/great-first-impressions/#respond Thu, 23 Aug 2012 14:14:55 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=2854 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/great-first-impressions/feed/ 0 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/digital-word-of-mouth-with-fred-joyal/ http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/digital-word-of-mouth-with-fred-joyal/#respond Wed, 22 Aug 2012 18:47:29 +0000 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/?p=2848 http://www.takacslearningcenter.com/digital-word-of-mouth-with-fred-joyal/feed/ 0 Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 48:10 Digital Marketing is the new frontier for Dentists. Things like a strong website, mobile website, search engine optimization, social media strategy and online reviews are just a fe... Podcast: Download | Play in new window/mobile device Running Time 48:10 Digital Marketing is the new frontier for Dentists. Things like a strong website, mobile website, search engine optimization, social media strategy and online reviews are just a few of the components that make up a successful digital marketing plan. While this new frontier is very exciting, it […] Takacs Learning Center clean