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May 31, 2023

Bulletproof Dental Practice Podcast Episode 300

Host: Dr. Peter Boulden & Dr. Craig Spodak

Guests: Dr. Trey Tippit & Dr. Dwight Peccora

Key Takeaways:

  • Dental Economics
  • The importance of NOT selling
  • Total dental spending in the United States and the vulnerability of the dental profession
  • Achieving total dental freedom and navigating rising costs and economic downturns
  • Importance of patient experience and leveling the playing field in dentistry
  • Structured and scaled methods of DSOs (Dental Service Organizations)
  • Competition and alignment between personal and business horizons
  • Solutions for the back end of the dental business
  • The importance of autonomy, taking action, and embracing risks
  • Challenging the status quo and consolidation in the healthcare industry
  • Learning from other companies, such as Delta Airlines, and dentistry as a tech-based industry
  • Importance of reception and being on time in dental practices
  • Advice for new building owners and the need to think about the future
  • Importance of space in dental offices and the perspective on solo practitioners
  • Stoic view of asking for help and the significance of doubling down
  • Building dental offices with adequate size and being entrepreneurial
  • Exciting developments in dentistry
  • Technological advancements in dental labs and the impact of AI
  • Advice for healthcare professionals and using AI in basic examples
  • Notable marketing strategies and the importance of investigation
  • Reactions to the idea of same-day dentistry and its relevance

References:

bpPatientPrism.com

Bulletproof Mastermind

Bulletproof Summit

Mighty Networks: Bulletproof Dental Practice

 

Tweetables:

Sometimes you can learn from studying other companies. -Dr. Peter Boulden

May 12, 2023

Bulletproof Dental Practice Podcast Episode 299

Host: Dr. Peter Boulden & Dr. Craig Spodak

Guests: Dr. Trey Tippit & Dr. Dwight Peccora

Key Takeaways:
Dental Economics

  • 65% of dentist report the RISING OVERHEAD is their biggest challenge right now

  • 90% surveyed believe that there is a "shortage of dental professionals"

  • 70% of offices did better in 2022 than in 2021 but only 5% reported increase was better than 25%.

  • Recessionary Strategy

    • Increase / Focus on hygiene patients

    • Negotiation strategies for supplies/labs

  • Aspen Dental "Cyberhack"

  • 2023 Bulletproof Summit

References:

Bulletproof Mastermind

Bulletproof Summit

Mighty Networks: Bulletproof Dental Practice

Bullet Proof ERC

Airpay 

Dental Economics Article

From Strength to Strength: Finding Success, Happiness, and Deep Purpose in the Second Half of Life 

Tweetables:

Pay attention to your P&L percentages. - Dr. Craig Spodak

Have a good sword and a good shield. - Dr. Craig Spodak

The money is in the chair. - Dr. Trey Tippit

The sustainability of a dental practice relies on the hygiene program. -Dr. Trey Tippit

A good reappointment feeds the pre-appointment. -Dr. Trey Tippit

If you’re that great you have to create awareness and scale to your community. -Dr. Peter Boulden

May 4, 2023

Bulletproof Dental Practice Podcast Episode 298

Host: Dr. Peter Boulden & Dr. Craig Spodak

Guests: Dr. Trey Tippit & Dr. Dwight Peccora

Key Takeaways:

Introduction

Most effective marketing for your practice 

  • Branding vs Educational vs. Storytelling

  • Using Google Alerts for competition + reputational awareness

  • AI advancements to demonstrate

Macro: "Crypto is dead" 

Tweet on SS running out in 2033 - NO ONE WILL SAVE YOU

References:

Bulletproof Mastermind

Bulletproof Summit

Mighty Networks: Bulletproof Dental Practice

Bulletproof ERC

Tweetables:

People would watch a video if they’re actually fun to watch. -Dr. Trey Tippit

Different platforms speak different languages. -Dr. Dwight Pecorra

If you’re thinking of working somewhere, work in a financially stable institution. -Dr. Craig Spodak

Apr 27, 2023

Bulletproof Dental Practice Podcast Episode 297

Hosts: Dr. Peter Boulden & Dr. Craig Spodak

Key Takeaways:
Introduction
Preparing for AACD
Compensation drives behavior and success
The importance of AACD and its benefits
Fine tuning the patient experience
The power of freedom of direction
The patient experience timeline
Making assumptions about your patients
The tech stack
Take good care of your team
Creating meaning, not just money
The five KPIs that move the needle in a practice
Vegas is whatever you want it to be!
Don’t make excuses for your evolution

References:

Dental Success Institute

Bulletproof Mastermind

Bulletproof Summit

Mighty Networks: Bulletproof Dental Practice

Bulletproof ERC

Tweetables:

Compensation drives behavior. - Dr. Craig Spodak

Don’t make yourself the hero; we’re the guide. - Dr. Craig Spodak

Choose to see what’s coming or choose to be irrelevant.  - Dr. Craig Spodak

Take care of your team and they will take care of your business.  - Dr. Craig Spodak

If you don’t care about them they’re not going to care about you or the business. - Dr. Craig Spodak

Don’t feel inauthentic if you evolve. - Dr. Craig Spodak

Our evolution makes people feel uncomfortable. - Dr. Craig Spodak

Apr 19, 2023

Bulletproof Dental Practice Podcast Episode 296

Hosts: Dr. Peter Boulden & Dr. Craig Spodak

Guests: Dr. Mark Costes

Key Takeaways: 
Introduction
Advice For Varied Audiences
Planning And Strategies For A Group
Challenges In Scaling A Small Group
Outlook Of Dentistry
Reason Behind Consolidation

References:

Peter and Craig join Dr. Mark Costes on The Dentalpreneur Podcast

Dental Success Institute

Bulletproof Mastermind

Bulletproof Summit

Mighty Networks: Bulletproof Dental Practice

Bulletproof ERC

Tweetables:
We spend a decade trying to fix something that was never really wrong in the first place. -Dr. Craig Spodak

We are problem-solvers. - Dr. Mark Costes

Traveling upstream requires work. -Dr. Craig Spodak

In life, what we need are micro-corrections. -Dr. Craig Spodak

Failure and success could be a couple of microns. -Dr. Craig Spodak

We make more each year but we spend more. -Dr. Craig Spodak

Everybody that has an audience has a responsibility to do. - Dr. Mark Costes

Apr 12, 2023

Bulletproof Dental Practice Podcast Episode 295

Hosts: Dr. Peter Boulden & Dr. Craig Spodak

Guest: Dr. Dwight Peccora and Dr. Trey Tippit

Key Takeaways:
Introduction
Takeaway From Marcus
Independent Dentist Versus Consolidation Status
Sell Or Not To Sell
Investor Pressure
Not Being Paralyzed By Interest Rates
Acquisition: Look At Production Not Collection
Marketing And Phone Conversion
Teaser For Next Podcast
Invest In Your Team

References:

Bulletproof Mastermind
Bulletproof Summit
Mighty Networks: Bulletproof Dental Practice
Bulletproof ERC

Tweetables:
There is very few business training out there. Dr. Craig Spodak

Diversify to maintain growth. Dr. Dwight Peccora

Banks love to give you money when you don’t need it. Dr. Craig Spodak

People are looking for care NOW! Dr. Dwight Peccora

You have to be the person who steps ahead. Dr. Craig Spodak

Apr 5, 2023

Bulletproof Dental Practice Podcast Episode 294

Hosts: Dr. Peter Boulden & Dr. Craig Spodak

Guest: Randy Smith

Key Takeaways:
Introduction
Thoughts On Regional Banks
TikTok Legislation
Actionable Item To Move Out Of Regional Banks 
Interest Rates
Private Equity
Take Time Aside 
Low Cost Way To Stop Attrition


References:

Bulletproof Summit
Bulletproof Mastermind

Mighty Networks: Bulletproof Dental Practice
Bulletproof ERC
To Sell or NOT to Sell PLUS Mastermind Ski Retreat Recap 
What Got You Here Won't Get You There: How Successful People Become Even More Successful 
Warrior Sailing

 

Tweetables:
People, in the face of uncertainty, need a process. -Dr. Craig Spodak


Recessions happen when people stop spending money.
- Randy Smith


Don’t look at anything with your face on the paper.
- Randy Smith


Look at everything from a macro view.
- Randy Smith


There comes a time when it’s the right time. -
Randy Smith


It doesn’t help that you’re really on people.
-Dr. Craig Spodak


Most deals don’t close.
-Randy Smith


So many people operate by gut.
-Dr. Peter Boulden 

Mar 29, 2023

Bulletproof Dental Practice Podcast Episode 293

Hosts: Dr. Peter Boulden & Dr. Craig Spodak

Guest: Dr. Derek Giddon

Key Takeaways:
Introduction
Origin Of Airpay
Understanding Airpay
Benefits And Pricing Of Airpay

References:

Bulletproof Mastermind
Bulletproof Summit
Mighty Networks: Bulletproof Dental Practice
Bulletproof ERC
Airpay
BP-Airpay

Tweetables:

I didn’t leave practice until I saw what I was doing was working. Dr. Derek Giddon

Human capital is the worst possible use of time. Dr. Craig Spodak

Mar 22, 2023

Bulletproof Dental Practice Podcast Episode 292

Hosts: Dr. Peter Boulden & Dr. Craig Spodak

Guest: Dr. Paul Goodman

Key Takeaways:
Introduction
Bullet Proof Summit
Revenue And EBITDA
Bullet Proof Pathway
10x Money Back Guarantee
Advice To Dentists

References:

Bulletproof Mastermind
Bulletproof Summit
Mighty Networks: Bulletproof Dental Practice
Bulletproof ERC
Dental Nachos 
The Bulletproof Practice 

Tweetables:

Knowledge isn't power, it’s the execution that’s power. Dr. Craig Spodak

People don’t live inside your head. 
Dr. Paul Goodman

It’s really important to get away from your practice to work on your practice.
Dr. Paul Goodman

Dentistry can be whatever you want it to be. Dr. Craig Spodak

Life’s ultimate bottom line is your happiness. Dr. Craig Spodak

There’s power in proximity. Dr. Peter Boulden

Mar 17, 2023

Bulletproof Dental Practice Podcast Episode 291

Hosts: Dr. Peter Boulden & Dr. Craig Spodak

Guest: Dr. Trey Tippit

Key Takeaways:
Introduction
Economic Status And Predictions
Revenue Per Employee Or EBITDA Per Employee
Lean And Mean With Your Dental Practice
What’s Your Percentage?

References:

Bulletproof Mastermind
Bulletproof Summit
Mighty Networks: Bulletproof Dental Practice
Bulletproof ERC

To Sell or NOT to Sell PLUS Mastermind Ski Retreat Recap

 

Tweetables:

Banking is just a confidence game. Dr. Peter Boulden

I would rather be clunky than lost. Dr. Peter Boulden

Look at assets instead of just cash. Dr. Craig Spodak

Stick with what you know works. Dr. Trey Tippit

Look for the sustainable number. Dr. Peter Boulden

Refine your system or tap out. Dr. Craig Spodak

In this time of uncertainty always use data as a point of reference. Dr. Peter Boulden

Be self-aware and know what you are heading out to. Dr. Craig Spodak

If your business has holes in it, take inventory. Dr. Craig Spodak

Culture is small little interactions among people. Dr. Trey Tippit

It’s hard to fake culture. Dr. Craig Spodak

Mar 15, 2023

Bulletproof Dental Practice Podcast Episode 290

Host: Dr. Peter Boulden 

Guest: Randy Smith

Key Takeaways:
Introduction
Updating Financial Statement
Habit of Saving
CPA Vs. Tax Advisors
Educate Yourself On Your Taxes
Mistakes Made


References:

Bulletproof Summit
Bulletproof Mastermind

Mighty Networks: Bulletproof Dental Practice
Bulletproof ERC
The Law of Success In Sixteen Lessons

Warrior Sailing

 

Tweetables:
Some people don’t take time to educate themselves. -Randy Smith


Relationships matter. -Randy Smith

Mar 8, 2023

Bulletproof Dental Practice Podcast Episode 289

Hosts: Dr. Peter Boulden & Dr. Craig Spodak

Key Takeaways:
Introduction
Feedback On To Sell Or Not To Sell Podcast
Maximizing Your Time And Practice
Growing Your Business Beyond Your Practice
Fee For Service Block
Tax
AI
Google Trends (Trending Searches)
Freedom Of Direction

References:

Bulletproof Mastermind

2023 Bulletproof Summit

Mighty Networks: Bulletproof Dental Practice

Tweetables:

Dentistry is so neat, in that whatever you want to do, you can drive towards that. Dr. Peter Boulden


If you’re not great you’ll never be able to grow your own practice to support yourself. Dr. Craig Spodak


PPO practices are like weeds; they grow without any fertilizer. Dr. Craig Spodak

Mar 1, 2023

Bulletproof Dental Practice Podcast Episode 288

Host: Dr. Peter Boulden 

Guest: Dr. Trey Miller

Key Takeaways:
Introduction
Private Practice Associateship To Start Up
Hurdles Encountered
Management
Refining And Simplifying Processes
Big Plan For Dentistry/Career
The Team You’re Deciding To Play With
Advice


References:

Bulletproof Mastermind
Bulletproof Summit
Mighty Networks: Bulletproof Dental Practice
Bulletproof ERC

 

Tweetables:
Inefficient processes amplify exponentially with scale. Dr. Trey Miller


Simple is easy. Dr. Trey Miller

Feb 22, 2023

Bulletproof Dental Practice Podcast Episode 287

Host: Dr. Peter Boulden

Guests: Dr. Trey Tippit & Dr. Dwight Peccora

Key Takeaways:

Introduction
Is Technology Disrupting Or Advancing The Practice
Selling Vs. Not Selling Your Practice
Pros and Cons Of Selling
Pros and Cons Of Not Selling

References:

Bulletproof Mastermind
Bulletproof Summit
Mighty Networks: Bulletproof Dental Practice
Bulletproof ERC
Big Ideas 2023

Tweetables:

Fulfillment requires purpose. -Dr. Dwight Peccora

Feb 15, 2023

Bulletproof Dental Practice Podcast Episode 286

Hosts: Dr. Peter Boulden & Dr. Craig Spodak

Guest: Dr. Paul Goodman

Key Takeaways:
Introduction
Journey To Being A Dentist
Reason For Being A successful Dentist
The 3 Ps Of Business
Bait And Switch
3 Ds That Are Destroying Dentist’s Lives
Fear Of Practice-Purchasing Journey

References:

Bulletproof Mastermind
Bulletproof Summit
Mighty Networks: Bulletproof Dental Practice
Bulletproof ERC
Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap and Others Don't
Delivering Happiness
How to speak By Patrick Winston
The World Needs More Purple People
Dental Nachos 
Text LINC to 2155436454
Dentist Job Connect 

Tweetables:

Doing something wrong for 20 years does not mean the correct experience. Dr. Peter Boulden

When you get nervous you default. Dr. Peter Boulden

Business is innovation, adding value, and marketing. Dr. Craig Spodak 

Many of our doctors would be better off if they worked for somebody. Dr. Craig Spodak

If you’ve chosen to be a business owner, be a good one or don’t be one. Dr. Craig Spodak

It’s the most beautiful profession in the world. Dr. Peter Boulden

Feb 3, 2023

Bulletproof Dental Practice Podcast Episode 285

Hosts: Dr. Peter Boulden & Dr. Craig Spodak

Guests: Dr. Trey Tippit & Dr. Dwight Peccora

Key Takeaways:
Introduction
Political Impact Of 2023 As It Relates To Dentistry
New Tech Influence In Dentistry
Consolidation Influence And The Future Of DSOs
Hiring
Patient Trend And Desires

References:

Bulletproof Mastermind
Bulletproof Summit
Mighty Networks: Bulletproof Dental Practice
Bulletproof ERC

Tweetables:

If you don’t have a strategy you’re going to fall victim to whatever comes along. -Dr. Peter Boulden

Feb 1, 2023

Bulletproof Dental Practice Podcast Episode 284

Hosts: Dr. Peter Boulden & Dr. Craig Spodak

Guests: Dr. Trey Tippit & Dr. Dwight Peccora

Key Takeaways:
Introduction
Biggest Winners And Biggest Losers In The Dental Industry
Thoughts On Recession In The Industry

References:

Bulletproof Mastermind
Bulletproof Summit
Mighty Networks: Bulletproof Dental Practice
Bulletproof ERC

Tweetables:

Usually when the masses say something will happen usually the contrary happens.  Dr. Peter Boulden

Jan 25, 2023

Bulletproof Dental Practice Podcast Episode 283

Hosts: Dr. Peter Boulden & Dr. Craig Spodak

Guest: Dr. Trey Tippit

Key Takeaways:
Introduction
Spending Anticipation For Full PPO
Marketing Direction
Do Something You Know How To Control First

References:

Bulletproof Mastermind
Bulletproof Summit
Mighty Networks: Bulletproof Dental Practice
Bulletproof ERC
99 Designs 
Design Pickle
Traction: Get a Grip on Your Business 
How The Mighty Fall: And Why Some Companies Never Give In
After Steve: How Apple Became a Trillion-Dollar Company and Lost Its Soul 
How to Invest: Masters on the Craft 
Atlas Shrugged 
Onassis: An Extravagant Life  

Tweetables:

We all have different ways we market. -Dr. Trey Tippit

The problem with paid ads is your competing with momentary attention. -Dr. Peter Boulden

The easy button never yields long-standing results. -Dr. Peter Boulden

Soft times make soft people. -Dr. Craig Spodak

Have accountable people to cover your weaknesses. -Dr. Craig Spodak

More for the sake is more is not good. -Dr. Trey Tippit

Fix the things that you know you’re bad at. -Dr. Peter Boulden

We all value a business that runs without us. -Dr. Craig Spodak

Jan 18, 2023

Bulletproof Dental Practice Podcast Episode 281

Host: Dr. Craig Spodak

Guest: Dr. Paul Etchison

Key Takeaways:
Introduction
Considering Growth And Expansion Of Your Practice
Pivoting In Your Practice
2 Innate Fears

References:

Bulletproof Mastermind
Bulletproof Summit
Mighty Networks: Bulletproof Dental Practice
Bulletproof ERC
From Strength to Strength: Finding Success, Happiness, and Deep Purpose in the Second Half of Life
The Space Within: Finding Your Way Back Home 
Dental Practice Heroes 

Tweetables:

People have a tendency to feel what you believe. Dr. Craig Spodak

Dentistry is more recession-proof than other sectors. Dr. Craig Spodak

Stressed-out people are not themselves. Dr. Craig Spodak

Stop tracking what you earn and do a proper net worth analysis. Dr. Craig Spodak

Not all people know their numbers. Dr. Craig Spodak

Some people have very toxic relationships with money. Dr. Craig Spodak

Money just fixes money problems. Dr. Craig Spodak

The suffering is part of it. Dr. Paul Etchison

Jan 11, 2023

Bulletproof Dental Practice Podcast Episode 280

Hosts: Dr. Peter Boulden & Dr. Craig Spodak

Guest: Teresa Duncan

Key Takeaways:
Introduction
Helping People With Obscure Goals
3 Stats You Need To Look At To Know You’re Ready To Go Out Of Network
Dentistry 2023-2024
MLR
Behind The Scenes Of Dentistry
Self-Insured Vs. Fully-Insured
Economic Relationship Between Dental Insurance Companies And The ADA

References:

Bulletproof Mastermind
Bulletproof Summit
Mighty Networks: Bulletproof Dental Practice
Bulletproof ERC
Who Moved My Cheese?
Odyssey Management, Inc.

Tweetables:

No one is going to be immune with the disruption. Dr. Peter Boulden

You have to choose your state. Dr. Craig Spodak

More doctors are getting into networks than ever before. Teresa Duncan

Jan 4, 2023

Bulletproof Dental Practice Podcast Episode 279

Hosts: Dr. Peter Boulden & Dr. Craig Spodak

Guests: Dr. Trey Tippit & Dr. Dwight Peccora

Key Takeaways:
Introduction
Affordable Health Care Act
Access To Health Insurance
How Does This Impact Consolidation?
Hyper Reactions
Should KPIs Change?
Stop Day Trading
Dental Spending
Recession Proofing Your Practice

References:

Bulletproof Mastermind
Bulletproof Summit
Mighty Networks: Bulletproof Dental Practice
Bulletproof ERC

Tweetables:

If you want to have good insurance, you’re going to have to pay for it. Dr. Dwight Peccora

Teeth are not a medical necessity in this country. Dr. Craig Spodak

There are so many things changing so quickly. Dr. Dwight Peccora

Be prepared to take it on and pivot your own model.  Dr. Dwight Peccora

Nothing bad lasts forever. Dr. Craig Spodak

Opportunities are abundant in a situation where things drop. Dr. Trey Tippit

In a bull market, revenue can hide a bunch of problems. Dr. Peter Boulden

Don’t fly blind. Dr. Craig Spodak

Everybody tries to overdo it. Dr. Dwight Peccora

Dec 28, 2022

Bulletproof Dental Practice Podcast Episode 278

Host: Dr. Craig Spodak

Guest: Brittany Simon, CRDH, BASDH

Key Takeaways:
Introduction
Hygienist’s Compensation
Top 3 Things Hygienist Can Provide To Add Value To The Practice

References:

Bulletproof Mastermind

2023 Bulletproof Summit

Mighty Networks: Bulletproof Dental Practice

Bulletproof ERC 

Tweetables:

The first step with an empowered employee is having self-worth. Dr. Craig Spodak

All communication is either a loving response or a cry for help. Dr. Craig Spodak

Whatever your narrative is, is the lens through which you see the entire world through. Dr. Craig Spodak

Business ownership is not for everybody. Dr. Craig Spodak

If you can’t control your fears you’re going to have a bad life. Dr. Craig Spodak

Dec 21, 2022

Bulletproof Dental Practice Podcast Episode 277

Hosts: Dr. Peter Boulden & Dr. Craig Spodak

Key Takeaways:
Introduction
Unpacking The Whys
P.E. In General
What Does It Fix?

References:

Bulletproof Mastermind

2023 Bulletproof Summit

Mighty Networks: Bulletproof Dental Practice

Tweetables:

Everything is for sale. Dr. Peter Boulden

There are intermediaries who bring massive value. Dr. Craig Spodak

I'd rather have a limited interest in something that quadruples than a hundred percent of something that doesn't move. Dr. Craig Spodak

Everybody’s got their own pain point. Dr. Craig Spodak

Working with great people is fun, working with people that we don’t get along with is drudgery. Dr. Craig Spodak

Dec 16, 2022

Bulletproof Dental Practice Podcast Episode 276

Hosts: Dr. Peter Boulden & Dr. Craig Spodak

Key Takeaways:
Introduction
Value Proposition
AI Will Disrupt Dentistry

References:

Bulletproof Mastermind

Bulletproof Summit

Mighty Networks: Bulletproof Dental Practice

Character.AI https://beta.character.ai/

DALL-E 2 https://openai.com/dall-e-2/

Tweetables:

We’re at a point now where technology is so much faster. Dr. Craig Spodak

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