Are You Living Your Dash with Callie Ward
S1 E19 • May 28, 2025 • 49 minsJoin Gabriel Hofmann and Callie Ward as they explore strategies to optimize dental practice operations. Discover Callie's background and the concept of "living your dash," focusing on aligning team values with practice goals. They discuss the Joy ROI in dental practices, the role of daily huddles, and setting clear growth expectations. Learn about overcoming common challenges, celebrating team successes, and budget-friendly incentives. The episode covers the sustainability of financial incentives, cultural importance, and cross-training. Leadership, motivation, conflict resolution, and enhancing patient relationships are also explored, concluding with dentistry trends and Callie's contact info.
AI: What's Fluff and not Fluff with Dr. Kathryn Alderman, The Queen of AI
S1 E18 • May 16, 2025 • 49 minsGabriel Hofmann and Dr. Kathryn Alderman delve into the intersection of artificial intelligence and dentistry. Dr. Alderman shares her journey into AI and its transformative impact on dental jobs. They discuss the importance of embracing AI's benefits while acknowledging its evolution and current limitations. The conversation addresses common misconceptions about AI replacing dental teams and highlights the necessity of industry experience in AI tool development. They explore AI boundaries, expectations, and privacy concerns, along with AI-driven solutions for enhancing practice efficiency. The episode contrasts custom and out-of-the-box AI tools and introduces the Dental AI Association, highlighting Dr. Alderman's contributions.
Build a Lucrative Exit in 5 Years with Tim McNeely
S1 E17 • May 1, 2025 • 36 minsGabriel Hofmann hosts Tim McNeely to discuss financial choices and exit planning for dental practices. They clarify the difference between practice exit and wealth harvesting and stress aligning goals for success. Key signs of unpreparedness and strategies for efficient exit plans are covered. The episode includes a tactical tip on tax-efficient retirement planning and ensuring a legacy post-exit. It also addresses planning beyond the practice, focusing on identity, future, and emotional burnout in valuation. Tim shares insights from his work and upcoming book, emphasizing networking for value creation. The episode wraps up with final thoughts on efficiency and Tim's contact information. Enjoy and thanks for listening. If we can help you or you're interested in anything you hear, reach The Dental Efficiency Guy or Tim McNeely, or drop a comment below where you watch.
"Supercharging Your Practice with Online Reviews" with Dr. Len Tau
S1 E16 • Apr 23, 2025 • 41 minsGabriel Hofmann and Dr. Len Tau delve into the significance of online presence and reviews for dental practices. They explore best practices for obtaining and managing patient reviews, including strategies for handling negative feedback and improving practice reputation. The discussion highlights BirdEye's role in review management and ethical approaches to incentivizing reviews. They emphasize the importance of enhancing patient experience with aftercare calls and provide essentials of reputation management for dentists. The episode also compares the influence of Google and Yelp reviews, offering resources for practice growth and concluding with touching on coaching and an event promotion to Len Tau's newly redesigned conference - a must attend show! Enjoy this episode and Please, Like and Subscribe for more great episodes! Thank you for joining The Dental Efficiency Blueprint!
Congrats, Connection, and Pep Talk with Dr. Devinn Geeson
S1 E15 • Feb 25, 2025 • 45 minsGabriel Hofmann welcomes Dr. Devin Geeson to discuss opportunities for new dental graduates at the Smiles at Sea conference and the opportunities and benefits of the Emerging Speakers Program. They delve into updates on Smiles at Sea, the Dental Festival, and future destinations. The conversation highlights the importance of investing in and empowering dental teams, the concept of joy ROI, and Dr. Geeson's coaching and consulting expertise. They explore scaling practices by adding doctors, functional interview techniques, and the value of practice boot camps. Balancing team and patient care investments with profitability is examined, concluding with Dr. Geeson's contact information and closing remarks.
"Numbers Tell a Story" with Vin Cardillo of Pronto AI
S1 E12 • Feb 20, 2025 • 54 minsGabriel Hofmann and Vin Cardillo discuss growth strategies and data management for dental practices. Vin is a veteran in the DSO industry and now runs Maeva Advisors and Pronto AI. They explore why metrics are key to growth and Pronto AI's evolution, daily metrics, and how it impacts performance. The episode covers integrating data, the future of AI in dentistry to simplify operations, and the increasing need to understand the role of AI in operations today.
Ditch the Drawer with Dicky Ball Summit Hpx
S1 E14 • Feb 14, 2025 • 42 minsGabriel Hofmann chats with Dickie Ball from Summit Handpiece Repair about key insights into handpiece maintenance and repair. They discuss the pros and cons of refurbished vs. new handpieces, warranty issues, and the threat of counterfeits. The conversation covers cost vs. quality, types of servicing, and the importance of regular maintenance. They also explore the impact of PSI on equipment and the crucial role of staff in maintenance. Summit's added value services, including a free CE course and team development, are highlighted. The episode concludes with Summit's contact info and refurbished handpiece options.
Reflection- My Dental Story
S1 E13 • Feb 5, 2025 • 25 minsGabriel Hofmann discusses his journey to become "The Dental Efficiency Guy," explores his journey in Dental Service Organizations, shares strategies for managing dental practices, offers procurement and efficiency tips, and highlights the importance of mentorship in dental entrepreneurship and the necessary discomfort of growth. If you want to continue the discussion, connect, or learn more, drop us a message or comment below. Please like and subscribe for more episodes. We aim to serve you with new Guests and action packed episodes weekly.