Podcast Episodes
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May 25, 2024
Harnessing the Power of Collaboration: Marketing Mastery feat. Dave Kaminski
This discussion highlights the benefits of collaboration, particularly how linking with industry counterparts can enhance your website's authority on Google. Dave offers practical SEO tips, such as strategically using H1 and H2 tags to create content that ranks well. He also discusses the use of AI tools like Jasper for generating high-quality content. Additionally, Dave provides tricks for improving local search presence through geotagged photos and driving directions, and emphasizes the importance of targeting high-intent transactional keywords like "emergency dentist near me."
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May 18, 2024
Dying Without Warning: Preparing for the Inevitable Before It's Too Late feat. Dr. Kimberly Harms
The discussion is about the profound impact of loss on personal and family identity, emphasizing that grief is a deeply individual journey. It highlights the importance of preparing for death as an act of love, which can ease the burden on loved ones by providing them with essential tools and information. Additionally, it underscores that building a legacy extends beyond financial assets to include leaving a legacy of love and emotional support. Practical measures like organizing key documents and having a will in place are suggested as ways to significantly reduce stress for those left behind.
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April 9, 2024
Tax Reduction Tactics: Optimizing Finances for Healthcare Business feat. Alexis Gallati
In this episode, Alexis discusses essential tax reduction strategies for healthcare businesses. She emphasizes the importance of proactive tax planning, advising listeners to plan ahead to significantly reduce tax obligations. Alexis also stresses the need to set up your business structure correctly from the start, whether it's an LLC, S-Corp, or sole proprietorship, to optimize tax advantages and build a solid foundation for future wealth. Listeners will learn about the potential to write off professional expenses, such as continuing education and associated travel, transforming necessary expenditures into savvy tax deductions. Alexis underscores the importance of keeping meticulous records, highlighting that organized receipts for all business-related expenses can make a significant difference at tax time. The discussion also covers the power of retirement accounts as tools for reducing taxable income while securing financial futures. Additionally, Alexis touches on real estat…
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Dec. 8, 2023
Converting Leads Into Loyal Patients feat. The Gary Bird
Does your practice have a "black hole"? This black hole can occur when front desk staff are unable to effectively manage phone calls due to other pressing duties or a lack of proper training. Consequently, potential new patients are lost, impacting ...
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Nov. 28, 2023
Masters in Health Science - Jasmine’s Journey
In this episode, we dive into the captivating journey of Jasmine Hodgert as she pursues her master's degree in health studies and passionately advocates for healthcare. Jasmine shares her personal story, unveiling the motivations behind her fascinati...
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Nov. 8, 2023
Opportunities Outside of the Op feat. Cindy Rogers, RDH
Jasmine Hodgert, RDH takes the host seat and leads a riveting conversation with our regular host, Cindy Rogers. Career Diversification in Dental Hygiene: Ever wondered what other careers are possible outside of clinical hygiene? Cindy provides insigh...
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Oct. 30, 2023
The School of Hard Knocks Lessons feat. Dr. Jill Wade
Dr. Jill Wade has been practicing dentistry for over 25 years. As a woman, she feels empowered by the profession and has learned many lessons along the way that she is excited to share with you. Tune in to hear about her adventures in entrepreneurshi...
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Oct. 5, 2023
Pressing Financial Concerns
In this enlightening episode, we explore some of the most pressing financial concerns that many of us face. If you're worried about retirement, unsure if you're on the right financial trajectory, or struggling to align with your investments, this epi...
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Sept. 18, 2023
Strategies to Improve Online Presence
Learn the key areas that dental practices must focus on to rank in the top 5% of Google search results, which attract 95% of the free traffic. While there may be nostalgia for the old days of phonebooks and landline phones, the reality is that tec...
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Sept. 7, 2023
Building Self-Managing Business Systems in Dentistry with Dr. Jack Bayramyan
Whether you're a dental professional looking to enhance your practice, or someone interested in team optimization and business growth, this episode promises to be an enlightening discussion Today, we're thrilled to have Dr. Jack Bayramyan on the show...
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Aug. 15, 2023
Unveiling the Game-Changing Oral HPV Test: Safeguarding Against the Rise in Throat Cancer
We are diving headfirst into a topic that's a bit more serious but incredibly important – HPV and its connection to oral cancers. Yeah, you heard it right! This week, our special guest is Dr. Mohammad Kamal, a renowned pathologist, CEO, and F...
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July 26, 2023
Dentistry’s Best Kept Secret: How to Revolutionize Oral Hygiene with Jessica Gore, COE of Tasty Clean
Say goodbye to chemical-filled cleaners and hello to a safe and convenient solution for oral appliances. With its food-grade ingredients, including vinegar, Tasty Clean guarantees a thorough cleaning without any harmful substances. Jessica Gore, the ...
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July 11, 2023
Cybersecurity & Documentation in Dentistry Plus TMD & Developmental Delays With Ann-Marie DePalma
Exploring TMJ, Developmental Delays, and Cybersecurity in Dentistry with Ann-Marie DePalma Welcome to the Dental Alements Podcast! Our guest today is Ann-Marie DePalma, a dental hygienist from Boston. With extensive experience in various aspects of d...
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June 19, 2023
Wellness Beyond Dentistry: A Conversation with Dr. Uche Odiatu
Welcome to the Dental Alements Podcast! Our guest today is Dr. Uche Odiatu, a dentist with over 25 years of experience and a focus on wellness. Dr. Odiatu is a certified trainer and author of several books, and has spoken at over 500 lectures in seve...
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May 18, 2023
DEO’s Financial Secrets To Grow Dental Organizations
DEOs and AI with Ken Kaufman In this episode, we delve into the exciting world of dentistry, focusing on Dental Organizations. We also explore the potential implications of AI advancements on employment opportunities within the dental industry. Ken, ...
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April 28, 2023
Revolutionizing Dental Staff’s Financial Position through DSOs: Insights from Dr. Brady Frank
Introduction: In this episode, we welcome Dr. Brady Frank, a dentist, author, and co-founder of Freedom Dental Partners. Dr. Frank is passionate about elevating the financial positions of not only dentists but also hygienists, office managers, and a...
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April 4, 2023
The Top 5 Marketing Mistakes That Dental Practice Owners Make
During this episode, listeners will have the opportunity to gain insights on dental practice marketing from Naren Arulrajah, an expert consultant in dental marketing and CEO of Ekwa Marketing. With over 16 years of experience, Naren Arulrajah has est...
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Jan. 16, 2023
The Truth About Flossing, and Taking Your Invention All the Way
Here's your chance to invest in the latest and greatest dental product. Or, perhaps you have an invention you want to share with the world. This is the story of inventing a product and taking it all the way. In this episode (#64) Cindy Rogers, RDH a...
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Jan. 4, 2023
Dr. Uche Odiatu: Stand Up and Speak for Yourself
You don't have to MMA fight your way out of the op. Whether you are considering a career outside of the op, or in, Dr. Uche Odiatu has mastered balancing the two.But a master is always learning and beginning again. This is a candid conversation with ...
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Nov. 23, 2022
Get Organized with Zirc feat. Brittany Gray
Are you a dental professional who may be wasting precious time and resources because of disorganized workspaces? These situations can make it difficult to help patients efficiently, and result in delays that can cost you time, money and safety. Our guest in this episode is Brittany Gray, CDA who is a Product & Efficiency Consultant with Zirc Dental Products. In this episode she shares some of her top tips and tricks to help you become more efficient with your time.
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Oct. 24, 2022
So You Want to Evolve Into the Next Phase of Your Career Feat. Shannon Blackmon
Evolve into your next stage of life with passion and purpose. And strategic planning strategies that work for you. Are you holding on to money beliefs that are not yours? Beliefs that have been passed down from your parents, grandparents or even your great-grandparents? Don't let the experiences and beliefs of your ancestors hold you back from realizing the life of your dreams. Shannon Blackmon, CFP shares points on how to evolve in life with financial planning that has your well-being ...
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Oct. 4, 2022
Breaking Barriers & Building Bridges with Enjoli Figueroa
Enjoli is a Dental Hygienist with over 20 years of experience. Enjoli believes that her encounters in the dental industry have allowed her to exercise her passions, including philanthropy, life coaching, and challenging the negative stigmas associated with minorities and therapy. Over the past few years, Enjoli has volunteered in her community as an Afterschool Program Coordinator and as the Board President of a High School Booster Club. In her spare time, she practices pilot training and imp...
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Sept. 15, 2022
Pain-Free Dental Hygiene Homecare feat. Jill Meyer-Lippert & Frank Dreier
Every year approximately 54,000 people in the United States are diagnosed with oral cancer. Medications and procedures used to treat a variety of cancers can cause mouth problems, including open sores which can be very painful. Avoiding brushing encourages bacterial growth and inflammation, which makes the problems worse. Which in turn can cause our patients even more pain and disease. Do you feel confident recommending home care techniques to your patients that are both effective and p...
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Aug. 22, 2022
Speaking and Consulting in Dentistry feat. Vanessa Emerson
Are you excited about dental speaking and consulting? But in the dark about how to start or grow your business? Gain the tips and tools needed to develop and market your business! Founder of Dental Speaker Institute, Dental Speakers Bureau, and The Dental Speaker, Vanessa Emerson is recognized as a business strategist and thought leader by clients, prospects, meetings professionals, and peers. She frequently mentors professionals in business development, marketing, event management, and strat...