The
Dentalpreneur
Podcast
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The Dentalpreneur Podcast with Dr. Mark Costes is one of the top dental podcasts in the country, drawing tens of thousands of listeners each month. This isn’t your typical dental podcast—Mark covers everything from business and marketing to services, motivation, and more, keeping each episode both insightful and entertaining.
Tune in as Mark interviews not only dental professionals but also influential voices beyond dentistry, including Astronaut Clayton Anderson, elite athlete Ben Greenfield, bestselling author Ryan Holiday, former Navy SEAL Jocko Willink, and endurance athlete David Goggins, among others!
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2196: Building a Legacy That Outlives You Part 1
On today’s episode, Dr. Mark Costes takes the stage at the Elevation Association conference to discuss the true meaning of legacy. Sharing his journey from building and selling multiple dental practices to founding Smile Outreach International, Dr. Costes highlights the importance of sustainable impact. He walks the audience through the Four Futures framework—mind, meaning, muscle, […]
2195: Infinite Banking Demystified for Business Owners Pt. 2
In this Part 2 episode, Dr. Mark Costes and wealth strategist M.C. Laubscher continues their deep dive into infinite banking, wealth preservation, and legacy planning. M.C. shares how properly structured whole life insurance policies play a crucial role in protecting and growing generational wealth. They discuss Dave Ramsey’s critique of whole life insurance, the distinction […]
2194: Infinite Banking Demystified for Business Owners Pt. 1
On today’s episode, Dr. Mark Costes interviews M.C. Laubscher, founder of Producers Wealth and a leading expert in infinite banking and alternative wealth strategies for entrepreneurs. M.C. shares his journey from growing up during South Africa’s apartheid era to playing rugby in the U.S., where he discovered the world of investing. They dive into the […]
2193: KPI’s, Profit and Cash Flow, Debt, and Growth Metrics Pt. 2
In today’s episode, we continue with part two of Dr. Addison Killeen’s presentation on mastering the financial metrics that drive practice growth. He explains the key differences between profit and loss statements, cash flow statements, and balance sheets—essential tools for any savvy business owner. Dr. Killeen also walks through strategies for managing and leveraging debt […]
2192: KPI’s, Profit and Cash Flow, Debt, and Growth Metrics Pt. 1
In today’s episode, Dr. Addison Killeen dives into the critical building blocks of dental practice success. A seasoned practice owner, he kicks things off by sharing his journey from managing six dental offices to creating a thriving $6M+ single-location practice. Dr. Killeen explores the importance of key performance indicators (KPIs), including new patient flow, case […]
2191: Mastering Mind, Money, and Meaning in Dentistry
On today’s episode, Dr. Mark Costes shares his personal journey of perseverance, success, and the unexpected struggles that came with it. After 21 attempts to get into dental school, he finally made it—only to realize years later that financial success didn’t equal happiness. At 38, with six practices, a million in the bank, and a […]
2190: Building a Dream Career in Dentistry Pt. 2
On today’s episode—part two of Mark’s conversation with D2 dental student Nevin Brittain—the discussion heats up with insights on leadership, systemization, and marketing strategies. Nevin talks about his long-term vision for practice ownership, while Mark dives into practical advice on effective delegation and building strong, accountable teams. They also explore how small businesses, like Mark’s […]
2189: Building a Dream Career in Dentistry Pt. 1
On today’s episode, Mark is joined by D2 dental student Nevin Brittain from the University of Illinois, Chicago. Nevin shares how an unexpected encounter with a dentist in a candy store inspired him to pursue a career in dentistry. He also talks about his plans for future practice ownership after completing his military HPSP scholarship. […]
2188: Banking for Doctors and Dentists Done Right Pt. 2
On today’s episode, Dr. Mark Costes reconnects with Dr. Michael Jerkins, co-founder of Panacea Financial. Michael shares how Panacea helps healthcare professionals with products like gap loans, practice buy-ins, and startup financing. They discuss the pressures of consolidation, declining insurance reimbursements, and workforce challenges in both dentistry and medicine. Michael also talks about balancing clinical […]
2187: Banking for Doctors and Dentists Done Right Pt. 1
On today’s episode, Dr. Mark Costes welcomes back Dr. Michael Jerkins, co-founder of Panacea Financial. Michael shares how his experiences as a teacher and physician led him to build a bank that caters exclusively to healthcare providers. He discusses the financial struggles many doctors face during training and how Panacea fills that gap with custom […]
