The
Dentalpreneur
Podcast
Industry Leading Insights
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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2045: Behind the Camera Pt. 1
On today’s 1st of a 2-part episode, we dive into the fascinating journey of Steve Hollingsworth, founder of Enlightening Media. Starting from his early beginnings in video production, Steve shares how he transitioned from making skateboarding videos to managing a public access TV station at a remarkably young age. We also delve into Steve’s musical […]
2044: Inside the Operations of the Dental Success Companies Pt. 2
On today’s 2nd part episode, Kay discusses the importance of having robust systems in place to ensure efficiency and minimize the need for micromanagement. She shares her experience implementing a travel preference checklist that has streamlined Mark’s extensive travel schedule, ensuring all preferences are met and reducing stress. The conversation shifts to the evolution of […]
2043: Inside the Operations of the Dental Success Companies Pt. 1
On today’s 1st of 2-part episode, we have a special guest, Kay Lange, the President of the Dental Success Companies. As Kay enters her eighth year with the company, Mark reflects on her journey from a personal assistant to her current role. Kay shares her unique story of joining the team through a Craigslist ad, […]
2042: Colorado Surgical Institute and Innovations in Dental Education
On today’s episode, we have Chris Richards, the executive director of the Colorado Surgical Institute (CSI). With a background in operations, leadership, and marketing, Chris shares insights on how he transitioned into the dental world and the impact of his work at CSI. They discuss the growth of CSI, the logistics of running large-scale dental […]
2041: When to Bring on an Associate Pt. 2
On today’s 2nd part of a 2-part episode, “When to Bring on an Associate,” Ashlee Hirschfeld, Dr. Summer Kassmel, and Mark Costes continue their exploration into the critical aspects of integrating a new associate into a dental practice. The discussion begins with the process of introducing an associate, emphasizing the importance of identifying key indicators […]
2040: When to Bring on an Associate Pt. 1
On today’s 1st of 2-part episode, “When to Bring on an Associate,” Ashlee Hirschfeld, Dr. Summer Kassmel, and Mark Costes delve into the critical considerations for dental practice owners contemplating the addition of an associate. The discussion underscores the importance of initiating the process early, noting that many doctors tend to delay due to fear […]
2039: Inside Epic Dental
On today’s episode, we’re excited to have Donald and Monica Bailey, the founders of Epic Dental, join us. They are passionate about cavity prevention and the benefits of xylitol, a natural sweetener known for its dental health benefits. Epic Dental offers products like gum, mints, toothpaste, and mouthwash, all containing xylitol to help reduce the […]
2038: Maximizing Practice Success
On today’s episode, we have an old friend and a highly successful practice owner, Dr. Spencer Greer, joining us. Spencer owns Mid Columbia Dental, located in Kennewick and Pasco, Washington. He is an award-winning dentist and an authority in implant dentistry, certified in conscious sedation. In his free time, Spencer enjoys surfing, golfing, sleeping, eating […]
2037: Numbers That Matter Pt. 2
On today’s episode, we have this part two episode, with our guests concluding an enlightening discussion on crucial practice metrics. They delve into the importance of expanding capacity before investing heavily in marketing to avoid misleading results. They highlight reactivating existing patients and managing attrition before ramping up marketing efforts. The conversation covers the significance […]
2036: Numbers That Matter Pt. 1
On today’s episode, we have a two-part series featuring Ashlee Hirschfeld, DSI Black Belt coach, Summer Kassmel, and DSI analytics expert Jake Conway. They dive into the crucial numbers that matter in dental practices. In part one, the discussion centers on how dentists rely on metrics to guide their decisions. They address common struggles and […]
