What does it mean to become an Orthopreneur? Hi there! My name is Dr. Glenn Krieger and I believe that in today’s competitive world, the orthodontic and dental communities should be collaborative. And I've created Orthopreneurs so that we can move towards that goal together. Orthodontists are smart people. You’ve accomplished a lot to get where you are, but chances are you never got a formal education in how to run the most effective and lowest stress practice possible. Don’t sweat it! Becau ...
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Marketing for Orthodontists: SEO, Google Ads and Social Media Secrets w/ Dr. Kyle Fagala
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Think about how people find services today. They search online, read reviews, and often make decisions before they even call your office. In fact, 93% of consumers say online reviews impact their purchasing decisions. Having a solid digital marketing strategy isn’t optional for an orthodontic practice—it’s essential. Whether you’re a new orthodonti…
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Is Your Orthodontic Practice Settling for Less?
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Do you feel stuck at a certain level in your practice and wonder if growth is even possible? In this Five Minute Friday, I will break down the myths around building a thriving orthodontic practice. Drawing from my own experience, I will outline how focusing on self-improvement and business skills can unlock higher income, lower stress, and more per…
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How One Simple Change Can Transform Your Practice’s Revenues
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Did you know that less than 10% of orthodontists actively consider themselves entrepreneurs? Many orthodontists struggle with the dual role of clinician and business owner, often feeling unprepared to run and scale a profitable, low-stress practice. In this episode, I am joined by Dr. Geoff Sudit to discuss the critical role of entrepreneurship in …
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The Free Consult Debate - Boosting or Busting Your Practice?
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I've been thinking a lot about something that keeps coming up in our orthodontic community - the whole "free consultation" debate. That constant back-and-forth about whether we should charge for consults or offer them for free. Look, I get it. As orthodontists, we've invested years in our education and expertise, and our time is valuable. But here'…
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Want More Patients? Here’s the Marketing Strategy You’re Missing w/ Jeff Behan
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Staying relevant and competitive in our profession means keeping up with the latest trends and tools in marketing. With over 25 years of experience in orthodontic marketing, Jeff Behan has a front-row seat to the industry's changes. He is a highly respected marketing consultant in the orthodontic field and founder of Vision Trust International. He …
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Step Out of Your Comfort Zone with Misogi
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When was the last time you did something that scared the living daylights out of you? If you haven't done anything like that, you need to, and I will explain why on this 5-minute Friday. A "Misogi" is a daunting, self-imposed challenge meant to help you break out of your comfort zone and confront your fears. It should be something with only a 50% c…
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Supplements That Make a Real Difference in Health Span
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When most people hear about health and wellness, they instantly think not again. We’re constantly bombarded with information about health and wellness to the point where it can be overwhelming to know what really matters. But imagine living a longer life but not just adding years—adding years full of energy, wellness, and vitality? Tell me one thin…
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Are You Sabotaging Your Longevity by Making These Common Mistakes?
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What good is helping people get better smiles? What good is making more money if you cannot live a better, longer life to enjoy it? We all want to live longer, healthier lives. But are we focusing on the right things? If you're logging miles on the treadmill and running marathons thinking it's the ticket to longevity, this 5-minute episode might su…
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Top Investment Strategies for Orthodontists/Dentists in 2025 w/ Dr. Mart McClellan
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As orthodontists, we’re trained to think meticulously, manage patients, and master the art of creating beautiful smiles. But when it comes to financial management, the traditional methods we’re exposed to are not fully serving our needs. It’s time to look beyond traditional retirement accounts and take charge of our financial futures with a diversi…
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The Secret to Happy Adult Orthodontic Patients
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The difference between a smooth treatment experience and a stressful one for adult orthodontic patients often comes down to one thing - proactive communication. Many orthodontists find adult patients demanding, and some even avoid them due to communication challenges. But there's a simple communication strategy that can turn these challenging momen…
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AI is Making Orthodontists OBSOLETE... or is it? 🦷 This Racing Professor Has the Answer!
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Imagine treating complex cases faster and more accurately - without the guesswork. That's exactly what Dr. Jean Marc Retrouvey is doing by merging digital orthodontics with groundbreaking research. In this episode, Dr. Retrouvey shares how he's using AI and digital tools to treat rare bone diseases like osteogenesis imperfecta. His career journey s…
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Why I’d Take an Adult Over a Child Patient Any Day
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Why do some orthodontists avoid adult patients? In this episode, I address a common question I receive: why do I prefer treating adults when many orthodontists shy away from them? The truth is that adults bring a level of appreciation and responsibility that transforms the treatment experience. My background as a restorative dentist shaped my appro…
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Dental Monitoring CEO Philippe Salah on Innovations in Orthodontics and Remote Patient Care
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In this episode, I chat with Philippe Salah, CEO of Dental Monitoring, a company that's transforming orthodontics. Philippe brings his expertise from biophysics and shares how he fell in love with the orthodontic field, leading to innovations that help practitioners monitor patients remotely. Philippe is one of the smartest people in orthodontics a…
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Here's Why Gen Z Employees Don't Like Your Feedback
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Understanding how to deliver feedback can make all the difference in today’s tough labor market. In this episode, I explain the challenges of providing feedback across generations, particularly with Gen Z employees. You’ll learn how to shift from feedback to "feedforward" – a method that helps your team grow without feeling criticized. Trust me, th…
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Aligners vs Brackets: Which is More Profitable for Your Practice w/ Dr. Regina Blevins
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Are you looking for ways to grow your orthodontic practice without adding more staff or increasing overhead? Dr. Regina Blevins did just that. Starting from a single practice, she has scaled her operations to 13 locations—80% of which are Invisalign patients. And guess what? She didn’t sacrifice her personal life or patient care. The key was embrac…
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The Hiring Mistake That's Killing Your Practice Culture
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Have you ever had an employee who just makes everything harder? You know, the one who rolls their eyes at every suggestion, talks behind your back, and brings everyone else down. If this sounds familiar, you might be dealing with a “rotten apple” in your practice – and trust me, it’s not something you can ignore. I’ve been practicing for over 30 ye…
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Influencer Tactics to Make Your Orthodontic Practice Stand Out
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In orthodontics, standing out on social media can feel like an uphill battle. With countless practices vying for attention, how do you ensure that your practice is the one patients remember? In this episode, I sat down with Janelle Baum, aka "The Orthodontic Influencer," to talk about how she went from being a treatment coordinator to one of the mo…
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Get Overhead Down to 40% in Your Practice
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Are high overhead costs holding your orthodontic practice back? It’s a common pain point for orthodontists. But there’s a way to get your overhead down to 40% without sacrificing the quality of your practice. In this 5-minute Friday episode, I reveal essential strategies to scale smart, leverage technology like aligners and remote monitoring, and r…
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50 Years of Optimizing Ortho Practices Efficiency in 57 Minutes w/ Dr. Ron Roncone
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Many orthodontists dream of running their orthodontic practices with less stress, fewer patient visits, and higher productivity. I welcome back to the podcast, someone who has been living that reality for decades. In this episode, Dr. Ron Roncone shares his time-tested secrets for orthodontic efficiency. He reveals how he brought patient visits dow…
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Stop Waiting and Save Big on Orthopreneurs Summit 2025
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I know it sounds crazy, but many of you are leaving money on the table every year by not acting early and signing up for meetings as soon as they become available. The OP Summit 2025 is your chance to grow your practice and enjoy the vibrant energy of Las Vegas. But, as always, ticket prices go up as time goes on. Why pay $200, $400, or even $600 m…
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How Military Discipline Shaped a Successful Orthodontist w/ Dr. Alfred Jackson
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Running an orthodontic practice often feels like you're on an island. You are detached from your professional colleagues and have to work side by side with your line workers. We're not just treating patients; we are running full-fledged businesses, dealing with marketing and finances, and managing a teamᅳall while trying to stay on top of our clini…
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Why Half-Hearted Tech Adoption is Hurting Your Practice
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Struggling to keep up with the latest technology in your ortho practice? I get it—it can feel overwhelming. But today, I want to challenge you to think differently. I recently had an interesting conversation with Philippe Salah, the CEO of Dental Monitoring, and let me tell you, these CEOs see the world in a way that many of us don't. That episode …
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What 39 Years of Orthodontic Experience Teaches You w/ Dr. David Bachmayer
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Imagine moving to a new country with no connections, a baby on the way, and the challenge of mastering unfamiliar orthodontic techniques. That’s exactly what Dr. David Bachmayer did when he left South Africa for Australia via Canada. He joins me in this episode to share the lessons he learned along the way. He reveals how mentorship shaped his succ…
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Are Bonuses Doing More Harm Than Good in Your Practice?
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Are you struggling to motivate your orthodontic team without using ineffective bonus systems? In this "Five Minute Friday," I dive into a problem I’ve seen time and again in orthodontic practices—bonus systems that create more problems than they solve. Many of us have been there, trying to motivate our team with financial incentives, only to be dis…
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The Orthodontic Practice of the Future w/ Dr. Bill Dischinger
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Is your orthodontic practice ready for the next big thing? I welcome back to the podcast Dr. Bill Dischinger, a seasoned orthodontist who's seen the profession evolve over the years. We covered everything from the latest tech trends to the joys and challenges of running an orthodontic practice. One of the biggest changes in orthodontics is, without…
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The Real Reason Why Your Orthodontic Team Is Leaving
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If you've got the dream team, the one you've had for years and love to bits, that's amazing. It's a rarity these days, and you should do everything you can to keep them. Based on the countless private conversations I've had, team issues are one of the biggest stressors for orthodontists. I get a ton of messages about this. People are struggling wit…
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The Reason Your Orthodontic Practice Isn't Growing and What’s Ahead
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As an orthodontist, you’ve probably noticed the pinch—fewer patients starting treatment, more competition, and a general sense of unease about the future. It’s not just you; the entire industry is feeling it. But here’s the good news: history tells us that this won’t last forever. To understand what’s happening in our industry, I am joined by one o…
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What Every Orthodontist MUST Know About Private Equity
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In the last few 5-minute episodes, I have talked mostly about private equity in orthodontics, practice growth, and financial projections. Undoubtedly, these are topics that elicit a lot of reactions. I want to clarify several key distinctions. Orthodontics is a specialized field that differs significantly from general dentistry, and comparisons bet…
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2x Your Orthodontic Practice Without Sacrificing Your Personal Life, Here's How
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Building a successful orthodontic practice while maintaining a healthy work-life balance is a challenge that many orthodontists face. I recently did an episode where I talked about building a 3 million plus practice. We also had some conversations about it in the OrthoPreneurs Facebook group. I had the pleasure of sitting down with my friend and co…
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Why I Spend 3 Hours a Week Helping My Peers
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As an orthodontist, I've always loved helping my patients achieve their dream smile, but what really gets me going is helping my peers with the different challenges we face as a profession. While most of my training focused on the technical aspects of orthodontics, I quickly realized that running a successful practice also requires a strong underst…
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Poker Will Teach You More About Running an Ortho Practice Than Any Course w/ Ty Ramsey
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Can poker strategies make you a better orthodontist? Imagine sitting across from a poker pro. You think you’re just playing cards, but they’re watching your every move, reading your every tell. What if you could bring that same level of insight into your orthodontic practice? In this episode, I sit down with Ty Ramsey, a 2nd time-returning champion…
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How to Easily Add $1M a Year to Your Practice
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What if I told you that adding an extra million dollars to your practice could be as simple as securing just one extra patient per day? It might sound too good to be true, but it's entirely possible—and it doesn’t even require increasing your overhead. In this episode, I break down exactly how orthodontists can achieve this kind of growth. You just…
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Why a Digital Practice is Key to Thriving in Modern Orthodontics w/ Dr. Bryan Lockhart
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One of the most common problems orthodontists face is achieving a fulfilling work-life balance while maintaining a thriving practice. The demands of running a successful orthodontic office can lead to long hours and stress that can take a toll on both personal and professional life. In this episode, I have a 3-time returning champion, Dr. Bryan Loc…
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Why are you settling for mediocre investment returns? As evidenced by some of the responses I received from some of you in the Orthoprenuers group, aiming for 5-7% yearly returns is selling yourself way too short. Settling for single-digit returns might be holding you back from significant wealth creation. You have to look beyond the stock market f…
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Why Your Doctor Might Be Missing Your Real Health Issues
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What if your gut health was the missing piece in your quest for longevity? Nearly 80% of chronic diseases can be traced back to inflammation. Understanding how to manage inflammation through what we eat is a crucial cog in the longevity and health span puzzle. In this episode, I am joined by Rhya Pachin. She is a licensed nutritionist and dietitian…
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Why You Need to Rethink Your Investment Strategy
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Are you settling for mediocre investment returns when you could be achieving so much more? I recently asked a group of orthodontists about their expectations for annual returns, and the responses were eye-opening. Most were aiming for returns of 5% to 7%. Why are we selling ourselves short? Many successful individuals built their wealth by explorin…
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P90X Creator Tony Horton on the Secrets to Lifelong Fitness
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What comes to mind when you hear P90X workout and the term muscle confusion? In this episode, I had the immense pleasure of welcoming the legendary Tony Horton, creator of the P90X fitness program. Tony has transformed countless lives through his innovative and fun approach to fitness and also inspired me personally. Tony discusses his journey from…
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The Math Behind OSOs/DSOs Upfront Payments
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You've heard the chatter, the endless back-and-forth about OSOs. The truth is, while there are many reasons to join or not join an OSO, the financial argument in favor of joining is compelling when you consider the potential growth of a large upfront investment. In this 5-minute episode, I explain how a significant upfront payout can dramatically a…
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Orthodontic Practices Are Boosting Their Productivity With This New Hiring Strategy
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Struggling with staffing shortages and looking to enhance productivity without breaking the bank? In this episode, I am joined by J.W. Oliver, co-founder of Support DDS, to discuss some ways to leverage virtual assistants in your practice. As a seasoned professional in the dental industry, Oliver shares his journey from dental equipment sales to fo…
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How to Make $3,000,000+ per Year as an Orthodontist
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As a person who interacts with many successful orthodontists running multi-million-dollar practices, I can attest that a $3 million plus practice is well within reach for many clinicians. I know this may seem unattainable to some, but I personally know over 100 people with $3 million practices. These are good quality clinicians who have developed g…
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Dr. Tom Pitts on Advanced Orthodontic Techniques for the Perfect Smile
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Like many other orthodontists, I've long admired the work of Dr. Tom Pitts. So I am thrilled to have the opportunity to sit down with him for a second time to discuss his approach to creating exceptional smiles. Dr. Pitts explains that the Wow Factor goes beyond just straight teeth. It's about creating smiles with full incisal display, a harmonious…
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The Messages I Get From Younger Orthodontists
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The orthodontic profession is at a major crossroads. Tension and frustration brought about by the generational divide has grown bigger. Younger orthodontists are entering the profession with huge financial burdens brought about by their student loans. As that was not enough, they face further challenges when they step into the saturated market. Man…
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Lessons in Fearlessness and Adventure from Sibling Orthodontists
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I've known Chris and Marty Trockel for years, having gone through orthodontic residency with them. Even back then, I could tell there was something special about these two brothers. They had a certain je ne sais quoi - a fearlessness and determination that set them apart. In this episode, they shared their extraordinary story and how they developed…
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The Value of Unfamiliar Speakers at Professional Meetings
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As someone who regularly organizes professional meetings and conferences, I've noticed an interesting phenomenon. When I ask attendees who they want to hear speak, the overwhelming response is that they are "tired of hearing the same old names." People complain that they don't want to travel to a meeting only to listen to the same speakers they see…
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The Internal Practice Fix That Outperforms External Marketing
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Attracting leads is just one-half of the equation when it comes to growing our practices. Converting these leads into paying customers requires a focus on patient experience from the very first phone call. High staff turnover can pose a challenge to ensuring consistent communication in our offices. In this episode, I am joined by Brian Wright, foun…
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AI Hacks Every Orthodontist Should Know
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Imagine having five extra weeks of vacation each year. Sounds too good to be true, right? I’m here to show you how it's possible with the power of artificial intelligence. In this 5-Minute Friday I reveal how AI tools like ChatGPT can streamline your tasks, from drafting professional emails to summarizing scientific articles and generating marketin…
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Take Charge of Your Pelvic Floor Health with Dr. Jennifer Frankoski
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When we talk about optimizing health, rarely does pelvic floor health come up. It is overall but has huge implications for both our physical and emotional health. The intricate network of muscles, ligaments, and connective tissue that forms the pelvic floor plays an important role in supporting the body's core. In addition, it regulates bowel and b…
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Forget "Practice Makes Perfect," This is What REALLY Makes You a Master
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I’m sure we’ve all heard the saying, practice makes perfect or something along those lines. It’s true to some extent, but like most things in life, it's the quality of that practice that truly matters. Think of it like this. You wouldn't expect a tightrope walker to debut their act 50 feet above concrete with no net, would you? No way! They'd start…
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Bringing the Family Fun to Your Orthodontic Education at Sea
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The Orthopreneurs Summit (OP Summit) has been described as the best meeting in ortho, but this year’s summit at sea will be a once-in-a-lifetime experience. But what if you have kids? The good news is OP Summit 2024 has you covered. The Serenade of the Seas is fully equipped and staffed to handle children of all ages, from babies (6 months) to teen…
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3 Hiring Mistakes You Can Easily Avoid in Your Practice
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Finding and hiring great employees is crucial for any practice. But with so many factors to consider, it's easy to make mistakes. In this episode, I share 3 common hiring mistakes to avoid and ensure you're bringing the best people on board. One of these tips, is to never wing it when it comes to interviewing. Learn how implementing a structured sy…
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