Thriving Dentist Show With Gary Takacs

In today’s episode, Gary and Naren discuss the challenges and uncertainty of the effects of the COVID-19 to dentistry and life in general and how important it is to have the right mindset during these times of uncertainty. Tune in to this timely episode to learn more!

This is a time of uncertainty as we deal with the challenges of COVID-19. One of the reasons people feel uncertain is the amount of conflicting information about the virus and its impact. Gary and Naren wanted to bring you the most current scientific and unbiased information about COVID-19 and how this pandemic is impacting dentistry now and how it may impact us in the future. To this special edition, Gary reached out to his colleague and friend, Dr. Gordon Christensen, who is known worldwide for providing unbiased, scientific information to the dental profession.

In today’s episode, Gary and Naren share 5 Specific tips to be a Rockstar Dental Team Member. This episode will help your dental practice become more efficient with your team members being more self-sufficient and great team players, putting your dental practice at the forefront.

In today’s episode, Gary and Naren talk about five strategies in keeping the best possible team members and reducing turnover. Gary defines the five tips that will help you to improve your hiring process and finding team members for the long term!

In today’s episode, Gary and Naren discuss the secret to creating a thriving dental practice, one that helps you achieve personal, professional & financial satisfaction. Many dentists go through their careers and fall into a rut or even burn-out. Tune in to this episode to learn the secret combination of mindset, tactics, and accountability, six specific goals for a thriving practice, and how to increase profitability & productivity by reducing PPO plans  

In today’s episode, Gary and Naren talk about five specific growth hacks to make every year your best year yet by improving your practice’s culture and production goals. You will further learn how to determine the right amount of hygiene days for your dental practice, and when should you add a second dental assistant.

In today’s episode, Gary and Naren talk about five tips on how you can master schedule in your practice and make it topnotch by improving your practice’s productivity and financial stability. Tune into this episode to learn more!

In today’s Coaching in Action segment, Gary and Naren talk about finding joy and happiness in dentistry. In the second segment, Gary interviews Tom Larkin, who shares his insights on the NCA National Football championship, discussing Joe Burrow and what it has to do with dentistry. Tune in to this episode to learn how you will find success in dentistry by changing to a positive mindset and being in the profession for all the right reasons.

In today’s Coaching in Action segment, Gary and Naren go in-depth on the ways of improving case acceptance in your dental practice. You will be able to understand clearly the difference between digital and intraoral photos, how to upload the photographs to the tablet/iPad, and how to get your team up to speed on taking quality photos.

In today’s Coaching in Action segment, Gary and Naren discuss marketing and mastering the concept of ‘story’ in your brand and practice. Gary shares the goal that you should be having for 2020. Tune in to this episode to find out more on how the seven points of the story come together to make your dental practice successful!

In today’s Coaching in Action segment, Gary and Naren reflect on Gary’s mentor, Dr. Omer Reed, and how he influenced his life. In the Thriving Dentist Interview segment, Dr. Uche Odiatu joins Gary in conversation to help you work towards becoming a high-performing dentist in 2020 and beyond! Tune in to this episode to learn Dr. Reed’s concept of retirement and also to learn about the benefits of fitness from Dr. Odiatu!

In today’s Coaching in Action segment, Gary and Naren discuss the largest dental insurance provider, Delta Dental, and what happens when you resign from their plan. Gary provides in-depth information on what you can do to be on the offense. In the second segment, they talk about a real case study to help you transform your practice into a thriving practice. We believe the time has come that you rebuild your dental practice and claim what is officially yours by not being dependent on insurance providers!

In today’s episode, Gary and Naren discuss the remaining 12 systems for a thriving practice. This episode consists of great insights and proven strategies that have generated massive results for Gary's dental practice named LifeSmiles. Part I of this series was done in episode 413. Tune in to this episode to learn the System for Effective morning huddles, Team incentive compensation system & many more!

In this episode, Gary interviews Naren on how Dentists can master marketing in 2020. They delve deep into Dr. Robert Cialdini’s six principles of influence (in-depth), new google update, the importance of reviews, the importance of SEO for Dentists, the Google EAT update, and so much more! Tune in to the episode to grab an exclusive offer too!

In this episode, Gary and Naren discuss how to develop a health-centric practice and the benefits of doing so. There's a Thriving Dentist interview segment where Gary interviews his good friend Dr. James Goolnik who is an author, speaker, and also Clinical Dentist, the founder of the Bow Lane Dental group in London.

In this episode, Gary and Naren discuss 12 of the 24 systems that are important to have in place in your dental practice. Tune in to this episode to learn why systems are so vital and what business systems should be in place, the scheduling template to achieve a daily production goal, hygiene scheduling system to achieve a daily goal of $1200 per hygienist & many more!

Do you want to race to the top or the bottom? In this episode, Gary and his co-host, Naren Arulrajah, discuss in-depth on being insurance dependence and the impact Delta Dental has on the industry. Learn how you can grow your practice bigger and better by deciding to reduce your insurance dependence.

In this episode, Gary and his co-host, Naren Arulrajah, discuss in-depth about high-value services and the importance of offering them in your practice. They further discuss how to develop and market the cosmetic component of your dental practice. Additionally, you can also learn a particular clinical area that could be incorporated, with high-value services provided in your dental practice.

In this episode, Gary and his co-host, Naren Arulrajah, discuss the seven important steps involved in making a remarkable new patient experience. In the coaching in action session, Gary shares his strategies of how you can give a unique experience to your new patients as they have a massive impact on your practice growth.

In today’s episode, Gary and his co-host, Naren Arulrajah, discuss various ways on how to tell if you are a ‘'Thriver,’' and how to become one if you aren’t! Gary will also introduce some case studies of Thrivers and how serving others impacts you in the best way. Learn how the concept of a ''thriver'' began, & why now is a good time to become one by developing the right mindset!