Best Manish Verma Podcasts (2025)

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Supporting Children with Autism and ADHD with Lisa Andrew Davies 22:43

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6d ago22:43

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In this episode of The Business of Dentistry podcast, Special care Dental Nurse, Lisa Andrews Davies, chats to Hazel Dockery about the online resource (adhdoralhealth.my.canva.site) she has developed to help dental professionals and parents of children newly diagnosed with ADHD and Autism. What you’ll hear: What motivated Lisa Some advice for paren…

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Marketing in Dentistry is in the Dark Ages 34:06

13d ago34:06

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Nigel Jones is joined by Shaz Memon, Founder of Digimax Dental, a highly rated dental marketing agency. The business leader, designer, award-winning digital and dental marketing expert and author of Instagram for Dentists, talking all things marketing in the dental landscape. What you'll hear: His journey into marketing and eventually specialising …

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An Overview of the Practice Sales Market with Paul Graham 25:42

23d ago25:42

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Nigel Jones is joined by Paul Graham, Managing Director of Medical at Christie & Co, to explore the current dental practice market and delve into insights from Christie & Co’s latest annual market review report. What you'll hear: The current practice market landscape The key points that came from the annual marketing review report The current lands…

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How a Patient Care Coordinator can really benefit your dental practice with Chloe Anderson 33:32

1M ago33:32

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In this episode of The Business of Dentistry Podcast, Patient Care Coordinator Chloe Anderson chats to Regional Support Manager Donna Hall about her role and how it really benefits the dental practice and patients. What you’ll hear: How the role of a patient care/ treatment coordinator works within the practice Working alongside clinicians within t…

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Gold for Kids with Mark Topley 17:31

2M ago17:31

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In this episode of The Business of Dentistry Podcast, Donna Hall chats with dental leadership and culture consultant Mark Topley, Chair of the charity Gold for Kids, to explore the organisation's mission and impact. With precious metals discarded every day in dental practices, Gold for Kids is a not for profit organisation which melts down unwanted…

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India Provides Great Resources when Seeking for a Positive Upliftment 53:36

2M ago53:36

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Everything around us is vibration. Then, it is our choice to come in contact with higher quality of vibrations which can help and uplift our overall way of life. From the very beginning of my childhood, I was around an atmosphere where spiritual dimension was already adopted in all the generations – from my great-grandmother to my youngest cousin l…

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Where Medicine Cannot Reach, Sound May Reach 22:55

2M ago22:55

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We live in the world of vibration. Everything which exists around us is vibration, and those vibrations are affecting us - even when we can't perceive it, a particular vibration can affect a person's physiology and psychology. Sound is vibration and we are surrounded by various different sounds - and knowingly or unknowingly they have a certain eff…

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The Benefits of a Squiggly Career with Fiona Ellwood 33:49

2M ago33:49

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In this episode of The Business of Dentistry Podcast, dental nurse, academic, mentor and educator Fiona Ellwood, chats to Hazel Dockery about her multi-faceted squiggly career. What you’ll hear: What is a squiggly career The benefits of a squiggly career How Fiona first stepped off the straight and narrow career path How to go about ensuring your c…

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Exit Strategies with Mike Blenkharn 21:58

2M ago21:58

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Nigel Jones is joined by Mike Blenkharn, partner and Head of Dental at UNW LLP, who has over 10 years experience working with dental professionals. During their conversation they discuss exit strategies and how early on you need to consider them. What you'll hear: Best time to consider your exit strategy Getting the structure right on day one Tax p…

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Authentic Voices Unleashed: Alok Verma, about Indian Music and its Expansion Worldwide 44:28

3M ago44:28

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A clever, perceptive, inspiring conversation, for those interested in India and its performing arts: for Indian music lovers, for Tabla lovers, for classical music lovers and Bhakti music lovers, Alok Verma delivers a master talk about different aspects to consider in Indian music and how to connect to it with authenticity, respect, love, enjoyment…

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Life After NHS Dentistry with Manish Chitnis 19:43

3M ago19:43

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In this episode of The Business of Dentistry Podcast, Les Jones catches up with Manish Chitnis, Principal and Practice Owner at Dental Concepts to discuss his transition from leaving the NHS into a transition to fully private. What you’ll hear: Lessons learnt from previous NHS transformations Understanding from patients during the transition Suppor…

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Leaving a Lasting Legacy in Tanzania with Shaenna Loughnane 18:23

3M ago18:23

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Nigel Jones is joined by Shaenna Loughnane, Chief Executive at Bridge2Aid for an insightful conversation around working closely with the Tanzanian Dental Association and Ministry of Health Chief Dental Officer in Tanzania focusing on capacity building with the Dental therapists and opportunities for people to help out with 1-2 week outreach program…

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What Makes a Great NHS Conversion with Katrina James & Michelle Hardy 6:31

3M ago6:31

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In this episode of The Business of Dentistry Podcast, Katrina James catches up with Michelle Hardy, Sales Support Manager at Practice Plan, to discuss NHS conversions and examples of successful conversions she has seen during her time at the business. What you’ll hear: NHS conversion transformations Highlighting the process of a conversion Best way…

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Better Together - How Wesleyan Financial Services and Practice Plan Work Together with Richard Ollive and Donna Hall. 11:42

3M ago11:42

11:42

In this episode, Specialist Financial Advisor, Richard Ollive, and Donna Hall, Regional Support Manager for Practice Plan, talk about how they work together to support dental practices. From financial advice to hands-on plan support, they share how their partnership helps dentists and practices to feel more confident, supported and ready for whatev…

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Nigel Jones decodes the recent NHS announcements 18:37

4M ago18:37

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In this episode of the 'In the Loupe' podcast, host Nigel Jones discusses the recent NHS England announcements. What you’ll hear: 10-year plan for the NHS in England including dentistry Publication of the consultation on changes to the current contract for dentists in England Latest instalments in the hearings from the Health and Social Care commit…

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The Online Coach who Understands Dentistry with Rohan Verma 15:53

4M ago15:53

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In this episode of The Business of Dentistry Podcast, Regional Support Manager Donna Hall is joined by Online Fitness Coach and Dentist Rohan Verma to discuss improving your physical and mental wellbeing. What you’ll hear: Transition from dentist to fitness coach Hints to improve your lifestyle Eating tips to gain that extra energy boost each day.…

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Contractual Staff Benefits with Sarah Buxton 22:59

4M ago22:59

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In this episode of The Business of Dentistry Podcast, Donna Hall is joined by HR and employment law expert Sarah Buxton to discuss contractual staff benefits. What you’ll hear: Mandatory staff benefits and optional benefits Creating the right staff benefit plan Advice on how to advertise these benefits for future staff.…

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Mental Health Awareness in Dentistry with Nigel Jones and John Gibson 23:51

4M ago23:51

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Nigel Jones is joined by John Gibson for a powerful conversation on mental health in dentistry, exploring burnout and regulation pressures. John advocates for a shift towards a “community of kindness” - sharing practical, compassionate ideas to restore empathy across the profession. What you'll hear: How burnout is impacting the dental industry A '…

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The critical role of partnership agreements for dentists 11:38

4M ago11:38

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In this podcast, we explore why every dentist in a partnership - or considering one - should take a close look at their partnership agreement. We break down what these agreements should cover, why regular reviews are essential, and the serious legal and financial risks of outdated or vague terms. We’ll cover: What a dental partnership agreement sho…

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The Power of AI with Chris Barrow 22:19

5M ago22:19

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In this episode of The Business of Dentistry Podcast, Les Jones catches up with Chris Barrow, Dental Business Coach, to discuss AI and the way it is shaping businesses and how you can adopt it. What you’ll hear: The landscape of AI over the next 5 years Different types of AI software for dentistry The use of Open AI software.…

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Maternity Matters with Sarah Buxton 18:44

5M ago18:44

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In this episode of The Business of Dentistry Podcast, Hazel Dockery is joined by HR and employment law expert Sarah Buxton to discuss the often-overlooked topic of pregnancy and family-related issues in dental practices. What you’ll hear: The legal gaps around miscarriage and IVF Recent legislative changes affecting parental leave and bereavement A…

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Changing Regulations in Dentistry with Stephen Henderson 31:38

5M ago31:38

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Nigel Jones catches up with Stephen Henderson, Independent Dental Adviser, to explore what really happens when things go wrong in dentistry. They talk about the pressures dentists face, how the regulatory landscape is changing and what support is out there if it feels too much. What you'll hear: What it's like to be investigated by the GDC and how …

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Mastering challenging conversations with Lisa Bainham 35:39

5M ago35:39

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Hazel Dockery from Practice Plan catches up with Lisa Bainham, Practice Manager and Chair of ADAM (Association of Dental Administrators and Managers), to hear her advice on how to handle difficult conversations in practice. What you’ll hear: • The importance of giving staff the confidence to handle difficult conversations through training • Ways to…

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I Still Remember my First Conversation with Osho... 28:47

5M ago28:47

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As a kid, it was like a very natural process to grow into the atmosphere of Osho. It's like, I did not know anything else except that. It was quite a commitment in some way but really, as a kid, I did not know anything else, it was just like growing up in this... and it was perfect. And slowly-slowly everybody in the family became Sannyasin, but ev…

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NHS dentistry in Wales with Lauren Harrhy 26:47

6M ago26:47

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Nigel Jones, Director at Practice Plan, is joined by Dr Lauren Harrhy, Principal Dentist and member for Wales on the BDA’s Principal Executive Committee, to discuss the latest proposals for changes to NHS dentistry in Wales and what it means for practices. What you’ll hear: Overview of current dental landscape in Wales and recent updates Centralise…

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The magic of plan membership with Ulrika Skalberg 15:21

6M ago15:21

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Amy Hansford, Regional Support Manager at Practice Plan catches up with Ulrika Skalberg, Dentist and Practice Owner at Teeth on the Heath, to talk about the growth in plan membership at the practice and the benefits. What you’ll hear: How the plan has benefitted the practice How the practice have grown it's plan patients over the years How to get a…

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Getting Started with TikTok in Dentistry 18:31

7M ago18:31

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Hazel Dockery sits down with Gemma Starkey, better known as Miss Social, to dive into the world of TikTok, explore why dental practices should be on the platform, and uncover the most effective ways to create and share content. What you'll hear: Gemmas background in dentistry Why practices should use TikTok Types of content to post Following differ…

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Navigating Practice Ownership with Andy Acton 26:13

7M ago26:13

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Nigel Jones, Director at Practice Plan Group, is joined by Andy Acton, Director at Frank Taylor and Associates to talk about some of the challenges of being an independent practice owner and how to make owning a practice more enjoyable and ultimately successful. What you’ll hear: Current challenges of running a dental practice Opportunities for pra…

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The power of nutrition with Nina Farmer 11:45

7M ago11:45

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Fern Jackson is joined by Nina Farmer, a dental therapist and nutritionist, to explore the transformative power of nutrition and share practical tips for enhancing overall health. What you’ll hear: How does nutrition affect our overall health Common nutritional deficiencies Preventative measures for maintaining good oral health Simple dietary chang…

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Maximizing Your LinkedIn Potential with Miss Social 13:50

8M ago13:50

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Hazel Dockery catches up with Gemma Starkey, otherwise known as Miss Social, to talk about LinkedIn and how to best use the platform. What you’ll hear: Benefits of LinkedIn Building a presence on the platform Producing newsletters Types of content to share and repost How regularly to post. To find out more visit https://www.misssocial.co.uk/…

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Rising costs for dental practices and improving profitability with Mike Blenkharn 25:39

8M ago25:39

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Nigel Jones, Director at Practice Plan Group, is joined by Mike Blenkharn, Partner and Head of Dental at UNW LLP, to discuss the rising costs for dental practices and improving profitability. What you’ll hear: Impact of latest budget on NHS and private dental practices Impact on staff and recruitment Exit strategies Benchmarking and financial perfo…

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The dental landscape in Wales with Katrina James and Louise Anderson 24:57

8M ago24:57

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Katrina James, Area Manager at Practice Plan, is joined by Louise Anderson, Regional Support Manager at Practice Plan, to look at the current dental landscape in Wales and common issues practices are facing. What you’ll hear: Overview of the current landscape How NHS dentistry operates in Wales Knock on effects of trying to reach targets Recruitmen…

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An interview about the documentary-film project "True World of Mantra" 20:05

8M ago20:05

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"It is important to bring an understanding that Mantra is not just limited to a musical format which brings you to a 'nice space,' since this format does not release its full potential. Mantra is not only what makes you come into a nice space, but it is something which can also work practically on various dimensions of one's life." "The documentary…

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The Ethical side of Ai with Hannah Burrow and Jay Shah 15:34

8M ago15:34

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Hazel Dockery from Practice Plan is joined by Hannah Burrow and Jay Shah, Founders of Kiroku, to discuss the ethical side of AI and what to consider when implementing it into your business. What you’ll hear: What defines Ai Some of the biggest misconceptions How Ai has improved efficiency or decision making in practice The ethical challenges around…

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Keeping plan alive in practice with Donna Hall 9:45

9M ago9:45

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Donna Hall, Regional Support Manager at Practice Plan shares her top tips for attracting new and existing patients to your membership plan. What you’ll hear: How to communicate plan benefits to new and existing patients Common concerns from patients about joining a plan Importance of the patient journey and involving the clinicians.…

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Rising cost in income and fee's with Wesleyan Financial Services 14:19

9M ago14:19

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Wesleyan Financial Services Regional Manager for Dental, Simon Cosgrove, talks to Chris Nicholson, Regional Support Manager for Practice Plan about the impact of the October 2024 budget and how practices can mitigate rising costs by reviewing their plan fees. This podcast is for information purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Pl…

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Group and Corporate practice ownership with Nigel Jones and Paul Graham 21:58

9M ago21:58

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In the second episode of our brand-new series, “In the Loupe”, Nigel Jones, Director at Practice Plan Group sits down with Paul Graham, Managing Director of Medical team at Christie & Co, to discuss the current state of the dental practice sales market. What you’ll hear: Trends over the last few years Growth in smaller corporate groups Focus on qua…

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How to best use Instagram for your dental practice with Gemma Starkey 22:29

9M ago22:29

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Hazel Dockery catches up with Gemma Starkey, otherwise known as Miss Social, to talk about Instagram and how to best use the social media platform. What you’ll hear: Introduction to Gemma Benefits of Instagram and its demographics Follow local accounts and attractions Potential pitfalls Different types of content Benefits of having an annual conten…

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Psychological safety and high performance teams with Fiona Ellwood BEM 29:02

10M ago29:02

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Hazel Dockery from Practice Plan catches up with Fiona Elwood, Executive Director at the Society of British Dental Nurses, to discuss feeling safe at work and ways to improve psychological safety in practice. What you’ll hear: Overview of Fiona’s career Definition of psychological safety and the benefits How to implement in practice Having a psycho…

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Life outside the NHS with Jane Mead 10:37

10M ago10:37

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Donna Hall, Regional Support Manager at Practice plan is joined by Jane Mead, Finance Director at Elegant Smiles, to discuss their journey of multiple NHS conversions and the benefits of moving their group of practices to one plan provider. What you’ll hear: Elegant Smiles' conversion journey Transitioning four practices from NHS to private The ben…

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In the Loupe with Eddie Crouch and Nigel Jones - Predictions for dentistry in 2025 22:44

10M ago22:44

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Introducing our brand-new series, “In the Loupe.” In this first episode, Nigel Jones, Director at Practice Plan Group sits down with Eddie Crouch, Chair of the BDA, to explore predictions for the future of dentistry in 2025. What you’ll hear: Key milestones for 2025 Workforce problems NHS dentistry tie-in for graduates.…

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The big switch off 2025 with John Greenshaw 26:32

11M ago26:32

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Hazel Dockery from Practice Plan is joined by John Greenshaw, Owner and Director of Merlin Telecommunications Ltd, to discuss the upcoming changes to UK telecoms systems, how it will impact dental practices and action to take. What you’ll hear: What is the big switch off? Action to take now New opportunities for practices The benefits of the new sy…

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Five bums on a rugby post - An effective questioning technique with Deborah Bell 11:35

11M ago11:35

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In this latest Bodcast, Deborah Bell, Regional Support Manager at Practice Plan, shares an effective questioning technique that many of her practices have found beneficial when communicating and building rapport with patients. What you’ll hear: Importance of asking open questions Different uses in practice Building rapport with patients Patient tes…

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How to be more creative with Les Jones 12:03

11M ago12:03

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Les Jones, Creative Director at Practice Plan shares his top tips for boosting creativity at home and in the workplace. What you’ll hear: What is creativity? Stimulate ideas by challenging and alternatives Quantity vs quality Setting stretch goals Creativity in practice Having creative hobbies Benefits of journalling.…

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GW 14 Preview: Season defining December starts here 35:27

11M ago35:27

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After some technical problems and an international break, we're back! And we're back in season defining December!! Dr Luman stays coy on Liverpool's title chances, whilst Manish is crossing everything for an Arsenal title challenge. The pair also discuss the premium midfielders returning to form in FPL, what to do with Bryan Mbuemo and whether to g…

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Partial Retirement vs Retire & Return, with Wesleyan Financial Services 16:29

12M ago16:29

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Wesleyan Financial Services Specialist Financial Adviser Karen Watson-Brown talks to Monica Pacult about retirement planning for dentists, in particular looking at the option of partial retirement versus retiring, then returning to work and how both options will impact pensions. For more information go to https://www.wesleyan.co.uk. This podcast is…

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Navigating Career Paths for Dental Nurses with Hannah Whitworth 11:21

12M ago11:21

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In this latest episode of Bodcast, host Laura Hills from Practice Plan is joined by Hannah Whitworth, Dental Nurse Development Manager, to talk about the diverse career paths available for dental nurses and how to unlock a world of possibilities in the dental industry. What you’ll hear: Hannah’s own journey in dentistry The challenges dental nurses…

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GW 11: Never go full Spurs in FPL 38:16

12M ago38:16

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Can we go a gameweek without bashing Tottenham? No. In our Fantasy Premier League roundup Dr Luman and Manish talk what a disaster Spurs assets were in GW11, the pair's trip to Anfield and a resurgent Manchester United. #fpl #fantasypremierleague #podcast #fplcommunity #podcast Youtube: / @adiffcornerpodcast Pod: https://podfollow.com/a-different-c…

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GW 10: One for FPL homies 35:05

12M ago35:05

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Did you notice the odd thing about Premier League gameweek 10? There were no away wins! How do home vs away fixtures affect your FPL management? Are there such things as 'fixture proof players'? Dr Luman and Manish discuss this and Arsenal's fading title chances, the little owned forwards gaining some consistency and whether you can go big on Spurs…

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Creating a Winning Culture in Your Dental Practice with Lucie Simic 18:14

1y ago18:14

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Katrina James, Area Manager at Practice Plan is joined by Dental consultant Lucie Simic to delve into the significance of culture within a dental practice. They explore how cultivating a positive and defined culture can contribute to the success and sustainability of a dental practice. What you’ll hear: The essential role of leadership in defining …