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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.

LATEST EPISODES

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571: Day 12: Why Online Scheduling is a Game-Changer for New Patients

On today’s episode, Dr. Killeen shares how offering online scheduling can help fill your books — even while you sleep. Learn why systemizing this tool is key to making it work for both your team and your new patients, and how it can smooth out gaps in your schedule without the phone ever ringing.

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570. Day 11: Keeping Your Schedule Full — Appointment Confirmations & Insurance Checks

On today’s episode, Dr. Killeen dives into one of the simplest but most powerful systems for a smooth-running practice: verifying patient appointments and checking insurance before they arrive. Learn how this habit keeps your schedule humming, your front office calm, and your patient experience top-notch.

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569. Day 10: Mastering the Phones with the 3 E’s — Energy, Empathy, Edification

In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen shines a light on one of the most important (and often overlooked) systems in your office — how the phones are answered. Discover the 3 E’s of great phone calls and why consistency here sets the tone for every patient’s experience. With a simple script and a focus on warmth, […]

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568. Day 9: Sterilization Systems That Protect Your Patients — and Your Reputation

In this episode, Dr. Killeen dives into one of the most vital systems in your practice: sterilization. He shares why this can’t be an afterthought — from one-way flow setups and visual guides to spore tests and daily logs. With real-world stories and practical tips, you’ll learn how to build a sterilization system that’s consistent, […]

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567. Day 8: Visual Systems for a Cleaner, More Organized Office

In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen highlights the power of visuals and checklists in keeping your office clean, consistent, and running like clockwork. From the front desk to the sterilization center, learn how photos and simple task lists can remove the guesswork, boost team accountability, and create an environment your patients and team will appreciate. It’s […]

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566. Day 7: Same Setup, Every time — Systemizing Your Operatories

In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen brings systemization into the clinical space with a focus on operatory setups. From photos to diagrams, learn how creating identical setups across all ops can boost efficiency, reduce stress, and improve patient care. It’s one of the simplest ways to create consistency — and your team (especially new hires) will […]

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565. Day 6: The 30-60-90 Day Plan — Onboarding with Intention

In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen expands on onboarding by introducing the 30-60-90 day system — a structured, supportive way to guide new team members beyond their first week. Learn how milestone checklists can boost confidence, build accountability, and help you spot wins (or warning signs) early on. It’s all about setting clear expectations and helping […]

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564. Day 5: Onboarding That Actually Sets Your Team Up For Success

In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen wraps up the first week of systemization by focusing on one of the most overlooked (but most important) systems in your practice — onboarding. From pre-first-day emails to a universal guide that answers all the “new person” questions, learn how to create a welcoming, low-stress experience that sets the tone […]

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563. Day 4: Small Lists, Big Impact – Daily and Weekly Systems That Work

In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen gets super practical with one of the easiest ways to kickstart systemization: daily and weekly task lists. From morning routines to downtime projects and weekly responsibilities, these checklists create clarity, consistency, and accountability across your team. Start small, think simple, and watch how these little systems make a big difference.

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562. Day 3: Build a Practice That Runs on Systems, Not Superstars

On today’s episode, Dr. Killeen dives into operational systemization—the not-so-flashy but absolutely essential backbone of a smooth-running practice. Learn why creating checklists (yes, even for the little things) can turn chaos into consistency and free your team from relying on memory alone. Start building a culture of systems today—one checklist at a time.

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