Dental A Team W/ Kiera Dent And Dr Mark Costes

Job descriptions are one of the most underutilized tools in dental practices — especially when it comes to additional duties and how those can fit in. DAT consultants Tiff and Dana discuss using job descriptions for more than just onboarding. Episode resources: Reach out to Tiff and Dana: hello@thedentalateam.com  Practice Momentum Group Consulting Subscribe to The Dental A-Team podcast Become Dental A-Team Platinum! Review the podcast

The Dental A-Team has heard from a number of offices who waded through a difficult December financially. Kiera gives tangible tips about how to get out in front of everything to make sure 2024’s year-end will go from bad to good. She touches on: Going through your P&L Reaching out to patients regarding end of benefits Planning strategically for those bonuses Establishing discipline And more! Episode resources: Reach out to Kiera: hello@thedentalateam.com  Practice Momentum Group Consulting Subscribe to The Dental A-Team podcast Become Dental A-Team Platinum! Review the podcast

Tiff and Dana talk about how to know if the best personalities are being utilized in the right ways in your practice. Amid growth beyond gateway positions and desperate hiring, it’s important to consider the larger picture when bringing on new (or moving around current) employees. Tiff and Dana discuss building positions around the needs of your practice, and how to have hard conversations when someone just isn’t working out anymore. Episode resources: Reach out to Tiff and Dana: hello@thedentalateam.com  Learn about Practice Momentum Group Consulting Subscribe to The Dental A-Team podcast Become Dental A-Team Platinum! Review the podcast

The Dental A-Team is expanding its services! In this episode, Kiera and Tiff share the newest DAT opportunity: Practice Momentum Group Consulting. This opportunity is for those interested in joining a community of fellow dentistry experts to explore the trends, triumphs, and trials in the field — all with consultant experts on hand.  Learn more about this exciting opportunity, a great step for those not quite ready for one-on-one coaching: www.thedentalateam.com/dental-consulting/practice-momentum.  Episode resources: Reach out to Kiera and Tiff: hello@thedentalateam.com  Practice Momentum Group Consulting Subscribe to The Dental A-Team podcast Become Dental A-Team Platinum! Review the podcast

Kiera is joined by Dr. Kyle Stanley, a dentist working to improve mental health in the industry with his Light Side Academy. They discuss why mental health is so negative in dentistry, warning signs for wellness, how to shift identities for the better, and a ton more. About Dr. Stanley: Dr. Kyle Stanley, named "The Next Generation of Cosmetic Dentistry" by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, “The Top 10 Young Educators in Dentistry” by the Seattle Study Club, and "World's Top 100 Doctors in Dentistry" graduated from USC and then went on to complete a dental implant residency and dental implant specialty in Brazil. He is a researcher who has published in some top dental journals about esthetics, implants, and plastic surgery topics. One of the few dental AI experts in the world, he co-founded Pearl, a company that is changing how patients are treated through artificial intelligence. He is an advisor for some of the most forward-thinking dental tech companies. Dr. Stanley is the most prominent advocate

Why does success feel so unattainable? Because we don’t realize it’s relative. In this episode, Kiera talks about how a rich, successful life can mean something different to everyone, how success has evolving definitions, and gives listeners an exercise. Episode resources: Reach out to Kiera Subscribe to The Dental A-Team podcast Become Dental A-Team Platinum! Review the podcast

Kiera and Spiffy Tiffy shine a light on listening to understand—as a leader, team member, human being. This is an opportunity to stretch your intuitive muscles and learn how to observe situations for improved understanding of how those in your life function. Episode resources: Reach out to Tiff and Kiera Subscribe to The Dental A-Team podcast Become Dental A-Team Platinum! Review the podcast

Tiff and Denae sketch out what it takes to sketch out an organizational chart for your practice. These charts are a tangible outline of how your business operates, and can answer such questions like Who do I report to?, Who do I look to for certain information? and If I need something outside of my department, where do I go? An effective org chart for your practice empowers people in their positions to really perform in their seat. Tiff and Denae give advice on how to go about creating one the DAT-approved way. Episode resources: Reach out to Tiff and Denae: hello@thedentalateam.com  Subscribe to The Dental A-Team podcast Become Dental A-Team Platinum! Review the podcast

Kiera breaks down overhead versus cash flow by walking listeners through an actual overhead calculator piece by piece. She also provides insight on how to reduce your practice’s overhead, pay your doctor(s) 20%-30%, and maintain profitability — all at the same time. Episode resources: Reach out to Kiera Subscribe to The Dental A-Team podcast Become Dental A-Team Platinum! Review the podcast

Tiff and Denae are back with another episode on hiring people the right way. This episode is about the last hurdle: the offer. The two run through the following: How to know if you’re paying the candidate the right amount What to do if that perfect unicorn is asking for way more than you've offered How quickly you should give them PTO When it’s finally (finally) time to make that offer and how to do it And more! Episode resources: Reach out to Tiff and Denae: hello@thedentalateam.com  Subscribe to The Dental A-Team podcast Become Dental A-Team Platinum! Review the podcast

Kiera is joined by Mike Buckner of Pearl to continue their conversation about artificial intelligence in dentistry in a way that enhances treatment plans, patient care, and overall practice. Together, they discuss: Benefits of a clinician using A.I. Positive effects of A.I. on the patient and case acceptance A.I. as a second opinion to ensure standard of care How insurance companies are utilizing A.I. And more Episode resources: Learn about Pearl DAT listeners, connect with Mike: mike@hellopearl.com  Listen to episode 712, The Immersion of A.I. in Dentistry Reach out to Kiera: hello@thedentalateam.com  Subscribe to The Dental A-Team podcast Become Dental A-Team Platinum! Review the podcast

DAT consultants Tiff and Denae break down the best way to hire new team members. They focus on the right mindset to approach interviews with, questions to ask to help the interviewee open up, prepping for a team interview, and a ton more. Episode resources: Reserve your spot at Master Momentum 2024! Reach out to Tiff and Denae Subscribe to The Dental A-Team podcast Become Dental A-Team Platinum! Review the podcast

After last year’s popular book club, Kiera’s back with round two. Bookmark the list below and read the books with your team for improved work ethic, culture, teamwork, and more. January: The Go-Giver: A Little Story about a Powerful Business Idea by Bob Burg (Kiera reviews this book in this episode!) February: Crucial Conversations: Tools for Talking When Stakes are High by by Joseph Grenny, Kerry Patterson, Ron McMillan, Al Switzler, Emily Gregory March: The Noticer: Sometimes, All a Person Needs is a Little Perspective by Andy Andrews April: Buy Back Your Time: Get Unstuck, Reclaim Your Freedom, and Build Your Empire by Dan Martell May: High Output Management by Andrew S. Grove June: Come Up for Air: How Teams Can Leverage Systems and Tools to Stop Drowning in Work by Nick Sonnenberg July: You Can Heal Your Life by Louise Hay August: Your Next Five Moves: Master the Art of Business Strategy by Patrick Bet-David September: Die with Zero: Getting All You Can from Your Money and Your Life by Bill Perkins Novem

Dr. Dave Moghadam returns, this time to chat with Tiff! In this episode, Dr. Moghadam reflects on how he’s addressed being overwhelmed as a doctor/practice owner over the past year, including: Learning to delegate Utilizing your team to make the right systems and processes Scheduling meetings and personal time Episode resources: Listen to other episodes with Dr. Dave Moghadam Reserve your spot at Master Momentum 2024! Reach out to Tiff Subscribe to The Dental A-Team podcast Become Dental A-Team Platinum! Review the podcast

Kiera was recently asked what the most worthwhile investment she made to get where she is now. In this episode, she talks about her answers, as well as what she’s heard from other people.  Episode resources: Reserve your spot at Master Momentum 2024! Reach out to Kiera Subscribe to The Dental A-Team podcast Become Dental A-Team Platinum! Review the podcast

Hiring a fantastic team member starts with writing the perfect ad. Tiff and Dana share tips on how to approach writing and distributing ads to hire. They touch on creating job descriptions, including core values, teasing culture style, and more. Episode resources: Reserve your spot at Master Momentum 2024! Reach out to Tiff and Dana Subscribe to The Dental A-Team podcast Become Dental A-Team Platinum! Review the podcast

January is a tactical month, and the Dental A-Team is lending a helping hand. On January 26, attend Master Momentum 2024, a free webinar for dentists. Attendees will learn to build a master plan for maximum momentum, set goals, and get your team on board to increase practice profitability. Sign up here to attend the webinar from 8 to 10 a.m. In this episode, Kiera and Tiff tease out what will be touched on at Master Momentum 2024, and give tactical tips for viewers to be aware of heading into it, including how to master your time, what to do when a goal isn’t tracking, and a ton more. Episode resources: Reserve your spot at Master Momentum 2024! Reach out to Tiff and Kiera Subscribe to The Dental A-Team podcast Become Dental A-Team Platinum! Review the podcast

Kiera breaks down the difference between these two positions that are game-changing in the best way. She talks about tips to hiring, what to consider for assigning tasks, and more. Episode resources: Reach out to Kiera Subscribe to The Dental A-Team podcast Become Dental A-Team Platinum! Review the podcast

Tiff and Dana discuss practices learning to fine-tune their hiring methods from the get-go. Specifically, hiring team members with your practice’s core values in mind. In this episode, they review the biggest hurdle to get over in creating core values (and using them), and the biggest successes in using core values to hire. Episode resources: Reach out to Tiff and Dana Subscribe to The Dental A-Team podcast Become Dental A-Team Platinum! Review the podcast

At the start of a new year, it’s easy to get lost in all the to-do lists. In this episode, Kiera encourages listeners to remember to give themselves grace. When you’re overwhelmed, it’s important to remember to take a breath and consider three approaches: Prioritize one thing Utilize your team effectively Be intentional with your time Kiera breaks down each of these steps and reminds everyone to take a well-deserved breath. Episode resources: Reach out to Kiera Subscribe to The Dental A-Team podcast Become Dental A-Team Platinum! Review the podcast