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Guiding you from associate to grand opening. The Startup Dentist podcast is the only podcast that helps Associate Dentists go from practice, to profit, to purpose in their journey to open their own dental practice startup. With more successful dental startups than anyone else, your host Stephen Trutter is here to share all that he, and the Ideal Practices team, have learned over the years of opening successful dental startups. To learn more visit us at: https://idealpractices.com
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Thinking about opening your own practice? In this episode, Stephen Trutter shares real-world tips to avoid the biggest financing mistakes that can crush your startup dreams.You'll learn why saving cash beats paying down student loans, why you can’t time the market, and how to prepare for bank approvals the smart way.If you're serious about practice…
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Thinking of buying a dental practice? In this game-changing episode of The Startup Dentist Podcast, Stephen Trutter breaks down the exact 13-stage roadmap Ideal Practices uses to help dentists confidently acquire practices that align with their long-term vision—and avoid the mistakes that leave new owners stuck, stressed, and struggling.…
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The Power of Partnership: How Twin Dentists Built a Thriving Startup Practice
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In this episode of The Startup Dentist, we dive into the inspiring journey of Drs. Andrew and Tim, founders of Twin Teeth Family Dentistry. Join me as we explore how they transitioned from initially considering a practice acquisition to confidently launching their own dental startup. We discuss the strategic choices they made—from selecting optimal…
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Results Driven Demographics: Secrets from 800 Successful Dental Startups
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Introduction to the Topic: Choosing the right location for your dental startup isn't just about finding an open space—it’s about understanding the demographics that will drive your success. In this episode, Stephen Trutter shares proven strategies for analyzing demographic data, identifying your ideal patient base, and ensuring your practice is set…
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From Zero to Four: Secrets to Explosive Growth from the Fastest Growing Dental Startup
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Stephen Trutter welcomes Dr. Andrew Vallo, a dentist who has successfully expanded from one startup location to multiple thriving practices in just a few years. They discuss the mindset, systems, and strategies necessary for scalability, sharing actionable tips for dentists aspiring to grow their practices. **Key Points Discussed:** - Starting stro…
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Dental Startup Partnerships: Divide and Conquer or Failure to Launch?
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This episode unpacks the complexities of dental startup partnerships, from the benefits of collaboration to the potential risks of misalignment. Stephen provides actionable advice for navigating partnerships, including how to assess compatibility and structure agreements to set the stage for long-term success. **Key Points Discussed:** - Why partne…
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From Dream to Reality: Growing and Sustaining a Thriving Dental Startup
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**Introduction to the Topic:** This episode features Dr. Rachel Eglash, founder of Eglash Dental Studio in Pennsylvania, who shares her journey of building a startup practice from scratch. Stephen and Dr. Eglash dive into the lessons learned, the importance of community engagement, and how creating a strong team culture drives sustainable growth. *…
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Securing Funding: Building a Solid Financial Foundation for Your Dental Startup
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**Introduction to the Topic:** Stephen Trutter discusses the critical steps in securing funding for a dental startup, emphasizing how preparation and planning can lead to better financial outcomes. This episode equips aspiring practice owners with practical advice for navigating lender discussions and budgeting effectively. **Key Points Discussed:*…
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Start-Up vs. Buying: The Ultimate Guide to Dental Practice Ownership
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Stephen Trutter, CEO of Ideal Practices, welcomes special guest Brian Hanks, founder of The Gentle Buyer Advocates and author of *How to Buy a Dental Practice*, to dive into one of the most debated topics in the dental world: Should you start a new dental practice or buy an existing one? Together, they explore both avenues, weighing the advantages …
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Mastering the Business Side of Your Dental Startup with Proven Systems
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In this episode, Stephen Trutter talks with Stacy Peters, Director of the Startup MBA for Ideal Practices, about the crucial role business systems play in dental startups. While many dentists are confident in their clinical skills, running a successful practice demands mastery of the business side as well. *Key points discussed:* - The importance o…
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Unlocking the Secrets to Insurance Credentialing for Dental Startups
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- Insurance credentialing vs. negotiating: Learn the difference between these two essential processes and how they impact your dental practice. - The importance of having experts assist with insurance credentialing to ensure accuracy and efficiency. - Timelines: Credentialing can take 3-6 months, so start the process as soon as you secure your real…
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Smart Investments: Choosing the Right Equipment for Your Dental Startup
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**Introduction:** Welcome to today's episode, where Stephen Trutter is joined by Steve Burns, a senior advisor with over 30 years of experience in dental equipment and technology. Together, they explore how dentists can make smart equipment purchases for their startups, ensuring that investments align with both their clinical vision and financial c…
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3 Strategies Dental Startups Can Use to Beat DSOs
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Introduction to the Topic: Welcome back, associate dentists! If you're on the fence about whether to pursue a startup or an acquisition, this episode is for you. Today, we're diving into the David vs. Goliath story of dental startups versus corporate dentistry, offering insights on how you can make your dream practice a reality even in the face of …
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How Dentists Can Dodge The Most Expensive Real Estate Mistakes
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In this episode of "The Startup Dentist," host Stephen Trutter dives into the critical topic of dental real estate. With real estate decisions being one of the most significant financial commitments for dental startups, Stephen provides essential insights to help you avoid costly mistakes. Key Points Discussed Importance of Real Estate Decisions: U…
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The Pros and Cons of Dental Startups vs Acquisition
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Choosing between starting a new dental practice or acquiring an existing one involves weighing the freedom and creativity of a startup against the immediate functionality and existing patient base of an acquisition. Each path offers unique benefits and challenges that must align with your personal goals and professional aspirations. Interested in m…
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How to Get 100 Patients in Your First Month: Proven Marketing Strategies for Dental Startups
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Key Points Discussed: Introduction to Startup Marketing Strategies Timing and Budget for Marketing Importance of Tracked and Trackable Efforts Creating Compelling Marketing Messages Focusing on Appointments vs. Awareness Essential Ingredients for Successful Marketing Marketing Agency Ground Marketing Community Engagement Real-Life Success Stories D…
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How to Avoid the Pitfalls of DIY Dental Startups
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Starting a new dental practice is an exhilarating journey, filled with opportunities and, unfortunately, numerous potential pitfalls. Many dentists embark on this venture with a DIY mindset, only to encounter unforeseen challenges that can hinder their progress—or worse, jeopardize their business. In our latest podcast episode, "How to Avoid the DI…
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Thriving Beyond Launch: 3 Strategies for Long-Term Dental Practice Success
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Welcome to the Startup Dentist Podcast! In this episode, we dive into three key elements essential for launching a successful dental practice: practice, profits, and purpose. However, our discussion goes beyond the basics. We explore how crafting a robust profit strategy is pivotal for practice success. I share actionable strategies for ensuring fi…
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When is the right time to start your dental practice?
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Hey there! Welcome back to another episode of “The Startup Dentist Podcast”, where we're all about diving into the nitty-gritty questions of dentistry and practice ownership. Today's topic is a big one: When are you ready to be a practice owner? It's a question that's probably crossed your mind more than once, whether you're a seasoned associate or…
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In this episode, Jayme will have a conversation with three of the country’s leading startup demographics experts to share some startup demographics strategies and theories that have created some of the most successful startup practices. Just about everybody would agree that demographics have a significant role to play in the success of a startup. T…
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In this episode, Jayme will do an introduction to demographics for startup practices. Demographics is the study of people and as a dentist, you serve people. If you get demographics right, you’ll enjoy serving your patients, your startup will grow faster and you’ll become more profitable faster. That’s how crucial demographics are and why you must …
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In this episode, Jayme and Stephen will do part two of financing for startups. They are going to cover three topics including the twists and turns of how to rank banks, whether it’s a good, safe and sound idea to buy a house, and how to identify the fastest path to paying off student loans. When it comes to ranking banks, there are a number of crit…
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In this episode, Jayme will welcome back Stephen Trutter, the President of Ideal Practices and an experienced startup dentistry expert who has been a part of 650+ startups. Stephen has helped raise half a billion dollars in dental funding, and together they will dive into stage 2 of the 13 stages startup journey which covers financing for startups …
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The GIVE Secret: Background Research For Startups
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In this episode, Jayme will share the backstory of the GIVE secret and his own personal backstory to give us a deeper insight into what GIVE is really all about and the power it wields in ensuring a higher level of success in dental practice ownership. A lot of dentists have attempted the GIVE secret but they’ve not had any results, while others ar…
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How do I "Start" a Dental Startup? (Part 2)
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In this episode, Jayme will continue his conversation with Stephen Trutter, the President of Ideal Practices and an experienced startup dentistry expert who has been a part of 650+ startups. Stephen has been instrumental in the acquisition of half a billion dollars in dental financing for dental startups all over America. They will dive into the R …
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How Do I "Start" A Dental Startup? (Part 1)
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In this episode, Jayme will welcome Stephen Trutter, the President of Ideal Practices and an experienced startup dentistry expert who has been a part of 650+ startups. Stephen has been instrumental in the acquisition of half a billion dollars in dental financing for dental startups all over America. The two will start off by diving into the two thi…
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In this episode, Jayme will officially initiate the startup practice masterclass for doctors considering setting up their own practice, and he will start by diving into the first P of the three Ps he unveiled in episode one, which are, Practice, Profit, and Purpose. Practice refers to the act of opening up a practice and Jayme will share and discus…
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In this episode, Jayme will dive into what The Startup Dentist podcast is all about. He will introduce it as the masterclass made just for doctors considering startup practices and share some of the questions the podcast will answer for aspiring dental practice owners. A lot of doctors dream of owning their own practices but they never take any ste…
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Welcome To The Startup Dentist Podcast with Jayme Amos
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Welcome to the beginning of The Startup Dentist podcast hosted by Jayme Amos. Learn more at: https://idealpractices.com Contact Information and Social Media Links: Website: Ideal Practices Email: [email protected] Facebook: Ideal Practices Instagram: @idealpracticesBy Jayme Amos
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