Value without the fluff.
Actionable advice to enhance your practice and leadership skills. Perfect for some positivity and insightful thoughts on the way to the office each day.
In this episode, Dr. Killeen revisits one of the most important fundamentals in any dental practice—the hygiene department. He walks through a few key benchmarks to keep an eye on, explains why waiting too long to hire can create bigger problems, and shares a creative approach his team used to build a strong pipeline of […]
Listen Now In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen shares a simple but powerful idea: do something physical every day. He talks about how even a short walk or quick workout can change the tone of your entire morning—boosting energy, focus, and momentum before the day really begins. It’s not about intensity or perfection, just consistent movement and choosing […]
Listen Now In this episode, Dr. Killeen talks about why every dentist should have a clear retirement target—and why valuing your practice long before you plan to sell is part of being a responsible leader. He walks through how practice value fits into long-term planning, decision-making today, and even protecting your family along the way. Clarity now […]
Listen Now In this episode, Dr. Killeen talks about a small leadership shift that can make a big difference in your practice. When team members bring problems, our instinct is to fix them—but jumping in too fast can actually create resistance and dependence. He breaks down why understanding needs to come before advice, and how one simple […]
Listen Now In this episode, Dr. Killeen steps away from productivity talk and zooms out to something bigger: time. With the reminder that the average life is only about 4,000 weeks, he reflects on how we don’t usually waste time—we slowly leak it. This is a conversation about alignment, priorities, and making this week count, because once […]
Listen Now In this episode, Dr. Killeen talks about why most bad hires aren’t about skill—they’re about culture fit. He walks through how to actually use your core values during interviews, using simple, behavior-based questions that reveal who someone really is. A practical, low-stress approach to hiring that helps protect your culture and build a team that […]
Listen Now In this episode, Dr. Killeen breaks down what real core values actually look like—through the lens of Gino Wickman and the EOS framework. He talks about why so many practice values turn into corporate fluff, how to spot the difference between wishful thinking and reality, and how to build values that actually guide hiring, leadership, and daily […]
Listen Now In this episode, Dr. Killeen reflects on the teachers, mentors, and leaders who shape us—and why the real way to honor them is by paying it forward. He talks about how teaching and mentoring don’t just help others grow, but actually sharpen your own skills, clarity, and leadership. Sharing what you’ve learned keeps the cycle […]
Listen Now In this episode, Dr. Killeen invites you to imagine a quick but powerful conversation with your 80-year-old self. What would they beg you to stop postponing? From practice decisions to personal health and family time, this episode is a gentle nudge to stop waiting for the “perfect” moment and take a small step forward now. […]
Listen Now In this episode, Dr. Killeen reflects on a favorite Muhammad Ali quote: “It isn’t the mountains ahead to climb that wear you out; it’s the pebble in your shoe,” and why it matters so much in dentistry, leadership, and life. Big goals and “mountains” get our attention, but it’s often the small, nagging issues we […]
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