Beyond the Prophy®

Collections. The dreaded word for many business owners, patients, or just the world in general! Brooke Coleman, CEO of Vanguard Collect, helps business owners handle this complex responsibility. She shares her experiences, her why, and the importance of collaboration in a thriving business. Listen in!

What does basketball have to do with running a successful business or dental practice? Lynne Leggett is the CEO of Victory Dental Management, LLC, and she shares the similarity between basketball and running a successful business at the Hinman Dental Meeting. Listen in and we will see you all on the court!

Becky Moser, RDH is the owner of Once Upon a Practice and is a pediatric dental office coach. How cool is that??!! Becky's shares her journey and tips that any office system can benefit from. 

Debbie Seidel-Bittke, RDH is the owner and CEO of Dental Practice Solutions and founder of Dental Practice University. She sits down with Jasmin at the Hinman meeting to discuss leadership and how that applies to providing excellent patient care. 

Trish Lewis Clark, CDA owns and manages Phoenix Solutions of the Lowcountry and is the creator of the Dental Detective®. She truly understands the role of staff development and patient attrition. Listen in to the interview that took place at the Hinman 2019 meeting.

We are on location at the Hinman meeting with Dentistry's King of Comedy Carlos Rodgriguez, RDH. We discuss the importance of comedy and pushing the envelope in creating a new way of learning.  Topics we cover: -Lighthearted and comedy in our industry -The meaning of vaseline in NY state/Tri-state area -Fitting in the industry -The gift of laughter -Viewing life in different lens -Comedy vs. speaking -Be yourself

Marketing is more than what meets the eye. Minal Sampat, RDH, is the CEO of MinalSampat LLC, a marketing expert that truly understands how to reach the hearts and minds of the industry and for her clients. We are on location at the Hinman and Minal shares her pearls of wisdom on marketing. 

::Sings Tune:: "Money, money, money.....Money!!"  The dreaded word for many professionals. Ryan Isaac, Senior Advisor of DentalAdvisors.com and the co-host of the Dental Money Show Podcast shares some tips, strategies, and advice for the clinicians most pressing money concerns. In the midst of our conversation we also chat about all things related to just being decent human beings. 

Global dental hygiene is very rewarding and can lead to making a significant impact on the lives of the patients you serve. Felicia Williams, RDH, founder of the Global Foundation for Healthcare and Awareness, Inc., knows first hand the sacrifices it takes to grow a non-profit from the ground up and to provide services to the most vulnerable populations here in the US and in Africa. She shares her story and journey. If you are interested in donating, please visit www.gfdha.org. 

We hear all of the time that as healthcare professionals we should be lifelong learners. What does that mean? It certainly isn't referring to just taking CE courses for licensure renewal. It's being dedicated to excellence and seeking ways to grow and evolve for ourselves and the communities we serve. This week's guest is an example of that! Samantha Veradero, RDH, Clinical Hygienist, Speaker, Author, Lifelong learner, shares her story.  

Thirty million Americans are undiagnosed with sleep apnea. Why is this diagnosis so important? How can dental professionals have a role in this epidemic? Chad Wooters, Executive Sleep Coach, and Co-founder of the Sleep Hero Network, shares his sleep story and important information regarding the sleep crisis that affects many members of our community.  

We've all heard that expression, "you do you and I'll do me". Does that really help the work environment? This BTP Straight Talk Series is diving into how to foster positive work relationships. Is it possible? What boundaries do you need to establish? Why are connections important for the overall mission of the organization? Listen in to this important episode that will be followed up with a part 2. 

Our guest for this week's interview is Naketa Thigpen, LCSW, speaker, entrepreneur, coach to ambitious women and high-level executives, balance and relationship advisor, and Jasmin's breakthrough coach in the beginning of her entrepreneurial journey. Ms. Thigpen enlightens us in deeply understanding the need for pause, boundaries, and asking for what you are worth.

Do you know that sickening feeling of your stomach churning because you agreed to something you know darn well you don't want to do? How about the feeling of being violated over and over again from a friend that doesn't seem to have an inkling of how they are making you feel? Listen in, take an honest assessment of yourself, your triggers, and take the necessary steps to protect yourself.

This week's BTP Straight Talk Series provided listeners clear signs on when it's time to leave your job. The reality is we still have responsibilities and may need to stay in jobs for a period of time that we hate or are not a good fit.  This week's episode features Natalie Fikes, motivational speaker, best selling author, and the World's Greatest Emcee™. Ms. Fikes always keeps it real and she explains practical strategies to figure out how to best manage yourself in this situation.