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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 today’s episode, Dr. Killeen shares a hard truth—mistakes aren’t the best teacher, they’re just the most expensive. While learning from your own errors has value, why not learn from others and save yourself time, money, and frustration? Successful people know the power of vicarious learning through mentors, books, and systems that shortcut their path […]
Listen Now In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen shares a powerful story about the danger of holding onto belief systems, tools, or habits longer than we should. Throughout life, we build “boats”—systems and strategies that help us navigate challenges. But sometimes, what once saved us can start holding us back. Whether it’s a mindset, a tool, or even […]
Listen Now In this special weekend episode of The Daily Dental podcast, Dr. Killeen sits down with his good friend, Dr. Lior Tamir to discuss his unique path from dentistry to tech innovation. His experiences led him to create The Dental App—a cloud-based software designed to help dentists streamline operations and enhance the patient experience. They also explore how running […]
Listen Now In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen shares one of the best treatment planning tips he’s learned from his partner, Dr. Brandon Chapek. What makes Dr. Chapek so successful at gaining case acceptance? It’s not about showcasing his skills or expertise—it’s about focusing on the patient. When you shift from trying to be interesting to being interested, everything changes. By […]
Listen Now In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen dives into a simple yet game-changing tool for efficiency—the doctor time scheduling key. Does your team know exactly how much time to schedule for each procedure? If not, it’s time to create a clear system that eliminates confusion, reduces interruptions, and streamlines scheduling. A well-documented scheduling guide ensures the front […]
Listen Now In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen shares a simple yet powerful way to support someone going through a difficult time. When people are struggling, our instinct is often to offer advice or solutions—but sometimes, the best thing we can say is, “I’m with you.” Being a “Darkest Hour Friend” isn’t about fixing problems; it’s about showing up, staying […]
Listen Now In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen introduces an unconventional but powerful way to improve decision-making—Inversion. Instead of just asking, “How do I succeed?” inversion flips the question: “What would guarantee failure?” By identifying obstacles and pitfalls in advance, you can prevent setbacks before they happen. This strategic shift in thinking helps break free from rigid thought […]
Listen Now In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen shares a fascinating study from Yale that shows how reading books can reduce your risk of mortality by 20% compared to non-readers. The research highlights the cognitive benefits of book-reading, which far surpass the impact of magazines or newspapers. Dr. Killeen explains how reading immerses your mind, promoting healthy aging, […]
Listen Now In this episode of The Daily Dental Podcast, Dr. Killeen teams up with his good friend and fellow dentist, Dr. Ben Kacos, to dive into the essentials of running a high-performing practice. They break down the power of same-day treatment, tactical morning huddles, and a streamlined workflow that keeps patients saying “yes.” Dr. Kacos shares his back-to-basics approach, […]
Listen Now In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen talks about the importance of the unseen work that leads to success. Sharing a personal story about his early morning routine and spotting an NBA team already putting in the work at 5am, he reminds us that what we often admire—like championships and big wins—is just the tip of the […]
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