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The Dental CEO Podcast
Dental CEO Podcast #44 - Reinventing the Patient Experience: Build the Practice Patients Can’t Stop Talking About
In this episode, Scott breaks down how to reinvent the patient experience so thoroughly that patients can’t stop talking about your practice. From modern design and comfort-focused amenities to digital workflows, high-tech diagnostics, and frictionless communication, he outlines the systems and touches that build trust, increase case acceptance, and elevate your brand. Whether you're launching a startup or transforming the practice you already own, this blueprint shows how an exceptional patient experience can reshape your career and dramatically grow your practice.
2025-12-29
35 min
The Dental CEO Podcast
Dental CEO Podcast #43 - What Leadership Looks Like for Women in Dentistry—And What We Can All Learn
Leadership looks different for female dentists—and it often comes with unfair labels, blurred boundaries, and added pressure at home and in the practice. In this episode, Scott Leune sits down with Curve Dental President Jana Macon to discuss the real challenges women navigate in leadership and how they can set healthier boundaries, communicate clearly, build a strong results-driven culture, while reducing unnecessary demands on their time and energy and protecting their well-being.
2025-12-22
57 min
The Dental CEO Podcast
Dental CEO Podcast #42 - The #1 Financial Blind Spot in Dentistry: Your Real Estate Strategy
Real estate is one of the highest-stakes—and most overlooked—financial decisions in dentistry, and in this episode Scott sits down with Colin Carr, CEO of CARR, to reveal how lease renewals, poorly negotiated terms, missed concessions, and uninformed decisions routinely cost dentists hundreds of thousands of dollars over their careers. From TI allowances and free rent to assignability clauses, tax strategy, and the true wealth-building potential of owning your building, this conversation breaks down the strategies every dentist needs but almost no one is taught. Whether you're planning a startup, buying a practice, or approaching a renewal, this epis...
2025-12-15
59 min
The Dental CEO Podcast
Dental CEO Podcast #41 - AI Receptionists and the Future of Dental Phone Systems
In this episode of The Dental CEO Podcast, Scott Leune sits down with Kevin Tallman, CEO of Mango Voice, to discuss how AI-powered phone systems are transforming dental practices. Drawing on data from more than 12,000 practices, they reveal how much revenue is lost through missed calls and how AI receptionists are already improving patient interactions and operational efficiency. This concise, insight-packed conversation shows dentists exactly where phone technology is headed and how to prepare for the changes ahead.
2025-12-08
45 min
The Dental CEO Podcast
Dental CEO Podcast #40 - The Apple Store Approach to Case Acceptance
In this episode, Scott Leune and Dr. Christian Coachman break down how to use technology, storytelling, and a differentiated “Apple Store” patient experience to dramatically increase case acceptance. Learn how mastering planning, guided execution, and emotional dentistry can elevate your reputation, attract better cases, and transform your career.
2025-12-01
50 min
The Dental CEO Podcast
Dental CEO Podcast #39 - Understanding Your Financials: The Path to Lower Overhead & Higher Profit
This episode of The Dental CEO Podcast offers a clear, practical breakdown of how dentists can finally take control of their financials. Dr. Scott Leune explains the key numbers every practice owner must track, the overhead targets that separate average practices from highly profitable ones, and why messy financial statements lead to years of lost income. You’ll learn how to spot overspending, diagnose collection problems, and evaluate a practice before buying it—all with the goal of increasing profit and reducing stress. It’s a straightforward reset for any dentist ready to understand their numbers and make more money...
2025-11-24
47 min
The Dental CEO Podcast
Dental CEO Podcast #38 - Quieting the Noise: Finding Focus and Your Zone of Genius
In this episode of The Dental CEO Podcast, Dr. Scott Leune talks with Jesse Israel — keynote speaker, mindfulness teacher, and founder of The Big Quiet — about how leaders can cut through the constant noise of modern life to regain clarity, purpose, and control. Jesse shares his “Four S’s” framework—Stillness, Solo Time, Slow Technology, and Saying No Thank You—to help reduce stress, sharpen focus, and create space for what truly matters. Tune in to learn how to quiet the chaos, lead with intention, and tap into your unique zone of genius both in business and in life.
2025-11-17
36 min
The Dental CEO Podcast
Dental CEO Podcast #37 - Turning Setbacks into Momentum
In this episode of The Dental CEO Podcast, Dr. Scott Leune shares powerful insights on turning setbacks into momentum and embracing the process of reinvention. He explores how decisive action, adaptability, and consistent effort—not perfection—drive lasting growth. Through real-world examples and lessons drawn from leadership and business, Dr. Leune challenges listeners to stop overanalyzing, start moving, and create the next chapter in both their practice and their life.
2025-11-10
45 min
The Dental CEO Podcast
Dental CEO Podcast #36 - The Staffing Formula Every Dental Practice Should Follow
In this episode of The Dental CEO Podcast, Dr. Scott Leune breaks down how to staff a dental practice efficiently at every stage—from the early days of a startup with one assistant and a single front office team member to a mature, high-performing practice with multiple hygienists, assistants, and virtual support. He explains when to expand, how to balance roles across the front and back office, and why each doctor needs a specific ratio of operatories, team members, and hygiene columns to operate smoothly. You’ll learn how to use virtual assistants to control overhead, avoid overstaffing traps, and...
2025-11-03
22 min
The Dental CEO Podcast
Dental CEO Podcast #35 - The Truth About Supply and Lab Pricing in Dentistry
In this episode of The Dental CEO Podcast, Dr. Scott Leune exposes the hidden pricing structures that leave private dentists paying more for supplies and labs than the largest DSOs. He breaks down how corporate distributors and traditional buying groups have quietly maintained inflated costs through exclusive contracts, nondisclosure agreements, and overlapping ownership—keeping independent practices at a disadvantage. Dr. Leune explains why it’s time for private dentists to rethink how they buy, what’s really driving pricing inequities across the industry, and how shifting to modern, privately held suppliers through focused alliances like the Private Dental Alliance (PDA) c...
2025-10-27
22 min
The Dental CEO Podcast
Dental CEO Podcast #34 - You Need to Pay Your Team More
Dental teams want—and deserve—to be paid more. The challenge is that practices are also facing higher costs across the board, from supplies and labs to rent and debt. In this episode of The Dental CEO Podcast, Dr. Scott Leune explains how practices can afford to pay top salaries without sacrificing profitability. He shares how maintaining healthy ratios, maximizing hygiene production, improving case acceptance, filling schedule gaps, and implementing a simple weekly bonus plan can create a practice where team members are paid at the highest levels, owners stay profitable, and everyone wins.
2025-10-20
32 min
The Dental CEO Podcast
Dental CEO Podcast #33 - Building the Virtual Assistant–Supported Dental Practice
In this episode of The Dental CEO Podcast, Dr. Scott Leune explores how virtual assistants are reshaping the modern dental practice. He breaks down why overburdened front desks, rising staffing costs, and hiring challenges make the VA-supported model so powerful. From insurance verification and patient recalls to answering missed calls and streamlining workflows, listeners will learn how practices can offload non-clinical tasks to highly trained virtual team members at a fraction of the cost. This model not only reduces stress for in-office teams but also drives profitability, elevates patient care, and creates sustainable growth for practices of all sizes.
2025-10-13
44 min
The Dental CEO Podcast
Dental CEO Podcast #32 = Dentistry Outside the US: Lessons from Global Markets
In this episode of The Dental CEO Podcast, Scott Leune explores how dentistry is evolving around the world—and why the U.S. remains years ahead when it comes to the business side of practice ownership. From the rise of DSOs in Australia and Canada to untapped opportunities across Europe and beyond, Scott explains what non-U.S. dentists can learn from the American model to accelerate growth and scale more effectively. He also shares stories of dentists who applied U.S.-based business strategies abroad and multiplied their success, offering a roadmap for anyone looking to stay ahead in th...
2025-10-06
22 min
The Dental CEO Podcast
Dental CEO Podcast #31 - Hygienist Owned Dental Practices: Redefining What’s Possible
In this episode of The Dental CEO Podcast, Scott Leune talks with Irene Janku—hygienist, educator, and practice owner in Toronto—about one of the most unconventional but thought-provoking models in dentistry: hygienist-owned practices. Together, they explore how this model works legally and financially, what it means for dentists and hygienists working side by side, and why it could reshape how practices are structured and staffed. From funding hurdles to systemization to the potential of dentist-hygienist partnerships, this conversation challenges assumptions and opens the door to new possibilities for independent dentistry.
2025-09-29
52 min
The Dental CEO Podcast
Dental CEO Podcast #30 - Does Dentistry Still Make Sense as a Career?
In this episode of The Dental CEO Podcast, Scott Leune tackles one of the most important questions in the profession: does dentistry still make sense as a career? With record-high student debt, stagnant associate pay, and rising stress, many young dentists feel stuck in roles that limit income, autonomy, and fulfillment. Scott contrasts the challenges of associateships with the opportunities of practice ownership, making the case for why ownership remains the clearest path to building wealth, freedom, and long-term satisfaction. Whether you’re a student, an associate, or an owner, this episode will reshape the way you think about th...
2025-09-22
25 min
Dental Marketing Theory - A Podcast by Gary Bird
Special Episode: Top 10 Dental Marketing Strategies that Grew Practices Fast
Celebrate 4 years of Dental Marketing Theory with host Gary Bird as we revisit the 10 most-viewed episodes from August 2024 to 2025. From practice growth and DSO strategies to clear aligner profitability, team culture, and leadership, these top episodes reveal what’s working in today’s dental industry. Learn how Gary’s guests, from industry leaders like Dr. Scott Leune and Dr. Ingrid Murra to innovators like Loren King and Dr. Saam Zarrabi, have scaled successful practices, overcome adversity, and built strong dental brands. Whether you're a solo practitioner or scaling a DSO, these insights will help you grow your dental practice, improv...
2025-09-17
51 min
No Silver Spoons®
086: Scale Smarter, Not Harder — Why Systems, Not Money, Grow Dental Practices
Send us a textIn the 86th episode of 'No Silver Spoons,' Sarah Beth Herman dives into the challenges dental business owners face when trying to scale their practices. She explains that the biggest hurdle isn't a lack of money but a lack of proper systems. Sarah highlights the issues that arise from expanding without a solid foundation, such as increased chaos and inefficiency. She shares how standardized processes, cloud-based systems, and focusing on high-value services are crucial for sustainable growth. Sarah also details how her company, Dentistry Support, assists practices in building these systems to...
2025-09-15
14 min
The Dental CEO Podcast
Dental CEO Podcast #29 - AI-Powered Diagnostics and Automation in the Dental Office
In this episode of The Dental CEO Podcast, Scott sits down with Ophir Tanz, founder and CEO of Pearl, to explore how AI is transforming dental practices—from radiology that detects more disease to automated charting, treatment planning, and real-time claims. These tools reduce inefficiencies, minimize errors, and build greater patient trust. They also look ahead to 3D imaging, ambient note-taking, and practice management intelligence that could free dentists to focus more on patient
2025-09-15
40 min
The Dental CEO Podcast
Dental CEO Podcast #28 - Rethinking Exams: A New Protocol to Drive Production
In this episode of The Dental CEO Podcast, Dr. Scott Leune explains why most dental exams are inconsistent and miss valuable treatment opportunities. He introduces a structured assessment protocol for the hygiene chair that standardizes preventive, Perio, Ortho, Implant, Sleep, and Cosmetic evaluations. By following this “recipe” for thorough exams, practices can improve patient care, capture more specialty cases, and create a reliable system that boosts both efficiency and profitability.
2025-09-08
20 min
The Dental CEO Podcast
Dental CEO Podcast #27 - Structuring Associate Agreements That Protect Your Practice
In this episode of The Dental CEO Podcast, Dr. Scott Leune tackles one of the toughest challenges in private practice ownership: building fair and effective associate agreements. Drawing from years of experience, he breaks down the 10 most important elements to include—tiered compensation, lab fee adjustments, guarantees, notice clauses, CE commitments, referral expectations, column load management, supply and lab agreements, weekly performance reviews, and profit-sharing opportunities. Whether you’ve been burned by a past associate arrangement or you’re preparing to bring on your first one, this conversation will give you a clear framework to protect your practice while keepin...
2025-09-01
34 min
The Dental CEO Podcast
Dental CEO Podcast #26 - Building Community and Finding Purpose Through Adversity
In this inspiring episode of The Dental CEO Podcast, Dr. Scott Leune sits down with comedian, author, and motivational speaker Zach Anner to explore how resilience, humor, and community can transform life’s toughest challenges into opportunities. Born with cerebral palsy, Zach shares his journey from winning Oprah’s reality show and creating viral YouTube content to writing for television and becoming an ambassador for the Cerebral Palsy Foundation. Together, Scott and Zach discuss the power of “joyful grit,” the importance of narrating your own story, and why connection and vulnerability are essential for leaders and entrepreneurs alike. Whether in denti...
2025-08-25
40 min
The Dental CEO Podcast
Dental CEO Podcast #25 - The Three Buckets Every Dental Career Needs
In this episode of The Dental CEO Podcast, Dr. Scott Leune sits down with top motivational speaker Laura Gassner Otting to share how practice owners can reset their goals, strengthen leadership, and retain top talent. Drawing from decades of experience interviewing high-performing executives, Laura explains how to align your “three buckets” of money, freedom, and passion, and create a culture where employees feel truly seen, valued, and engaged. Packed with mindset shifts and actionable strategies, this conversation offers a blueprint for keeping your team motivated and your career moving forward.
2025-08-18
47 min
The Dental CEO Podcast
Dental CEO Podcast #24 - The First Domino: How 10 Extra Minutes Can Change Your Practice
Scott talks with Rob Bay, co-founder of Dental Intelligence and current chairman of Alta.Ai, about how practices can save time, improve hygiene production, and reduce burnout without adding staff. They explore the systems and strategies that are reshaping clinical efficiency and giving doctors and teams more time to focus on what matters most—patients.
2025-08-11
39 min
The Dental CEO Podcast
Dental CEO Podcast #23 - Handling Conflict Without Losing Control
This week on The Dental CEO Podcast, Scott Leune sits down with conflict resolution expert Gabe Karp—TEDx speaker, author of Don’t Get Mad at Penguins, and former trial lawyer—for a powerful conversation about confronting conflict in dental practices. Together, they explore why ignoring issues fuels burnout, how to reframe tough conversations, and the simple weekly meeting that could transform your culture. If you're tired of walking on eggshells and ready to lead with clarity and courage, this episode is for you.
2025-08-04
57 min
The Dental CEO Podcast
Dental CEO Podcast #22 - Building a Life That Feels as Good as It Looks
This week on The Dental CEO Podcast, Scott Leune sits down with Erin Stafford—author of The Type A Trap, social psychologist, and former head of marketing for a $11B healthcare company—for a candid conversation about high achievement, burnout, and how to reclaim your life without sacrificing success. Erin shares her own journey from burnout to balance and offers practical tools to help dentists stay productive, fulfilled, and emotionally healthy—even under pressure. If you’ve ever felt “miserably successful,” this one’s for you.
2025-07-28
33 min
The Dental CEO Podcast
Dental CEO Podcast #21 - Wired for Survival, Built for Burnout
This week on The Dental CEO Podcast, Scott Leune sits down with Dr. Rebecca Heiss—biologist, stress expert, and author of Instinct—to explore why so many dental professionals feel stuck in survival mode. They dive into how our evolutionary wiring impacts decision-making, leadership, and burnout—and what you can do to break the cycle. From fear-based habits to building intentional routines, this episode is a must-listen for anyone ready to lead with more clarity, confidence, and calm.
2025-07-21
40 min
The Dental CEO Podcast
Dental CEO Podcast #20 - The AI-Powered Dental Practice
In this episode of The Dental CEO Podcast, Scott Leune talks with Jana Macon, President of Curve Dental, about how AI and cloud-based technology are rapidly transforming the way dental practices operate. From automating insurance verification and scheduling to streamlining clinical notes and claims processing, Jana shares what’s coming—and what’s already here. They also dive into why outdated systems are driving away top talent, how digital expectations are reshaping patient behavior, and what practice owners must do now to stay competitive in an AI-enabled world.
2025-07-14
44 min
The Dental CEO Podcast
Dental CEO Podcast #19 - Retaining Great People
In this episode of The Dental CEO Podcast, Scott Leune breaks down the single most effective tool he’s used to retain high-performing associates and team leaders—profits interests. He explains how this strategy allows owners to share in profits without giving up equity or control, all while incentivizing long-term loyalty and performance. Whether you're looking to reward your best people or create a growth-aligned culture, this episode offers a practical roadmap to retaining talent without breaking the bank.
2025-07-07
16 min
The Dental CEO Podcast
Dental CEO Podcast #18 - Human-Centered Leadership: Leading People, Growing Practices
In this episode of The Dental CEO Podcast, Scott Leune sits down with Ryan Estis—keynote speaker, executive coach, and author of Prepare for Impact—to discuss the shift from command-and-control management to human-centered leadership. They explore how building trust, investing in employee growth, and leading with empathy can help dental practice owners improve team engagement, reduce turnover, and increase patient loyalty. Packed with actionable insights, this conversation is a must-listen for dentists ready to lead more effectively and scale their business through people-first leadership.
2025-06-30
34 min
The Dental CEO Podcast
Dental CEO Podcast #17 - Are You Happy?
In this episode of The Dental CEO Podcast, Scott Leune asks a question most dentists overlook: Are you happy? He explores the disconnect many practice owners feel between outward success and inner fulfillment—and why achieving more isn’t always the answer. If your practice is thriving but something still feels off, this episode is for you.
2025-06-23
21 min
The Dental CEO Podcast
Dental CEO Podcast #16 - Made to Matter: Building Dental Practices That Inspire Loyalty
Seth Mattison joins Dr. Scott Leune to explore how leading with love can transform your dental practice—from patient experience to team culture. They discuss how intentionality and human connection can drive loyalty, retention, and long-term growth. If you're tired of the grind and ready to build something meaningful, this episode offers a bold new perspective.
2025-06-16
47 min
The Dental CEO Podcast
Dental CEO Podcast #15 - The Path: A Smarter Way to Scale Your Practice and Reclaim Your Life
In this episode of The Dental CEO Podcast, Dr. Scott Leune unveils The Path—a strategic, margin-first approach to scaling your dental practice without sacrificing your freedom, profits, or peace of mind. From dropping low-paying insurance plans and mastering case acceptance to building a low-overhead “micro practice” within your existing operation, Scott shares how to create a business that funds your growth, protects your time, and ultimately gives you the option to expand on your terms.
2025-06-09
36 min
The Dental CEO Podcast
Dental CEO Podcast #14 - Redefining Success: Building a $3M Practice—and a Life—with Dr. Jordan Sanders
In this episode of The Dental CEO Podcast, Dr. Scott Leune sits down with Dr. Jordan Sanders, founder of Knox Mountain Dentistry and Ascend Dental Education, to explore what it really takes to build a thriving dental practice—and an even more fulfilling life. From launching a startup during COVID to hitting $3 million in collections, Dr. Sanders shares how he broke free from burnout by offloading operations, prioritizing mental health, and pursuing his passion for teaching and 3D printing. This is a powerful conversation about leadership, boundaries, and redefining what success in dentistry can truly look like.
2025-06-02
43 min
The Dental CEO Podcast
Dental CEO Podcast #13 - Becoming an Effective Dental CEO
In this episode of The Dental CEO Podcast, Dr. Scott Leune breaks down a simple yet powerful framework for becoming a more effective CEO in your dental practice. If you’re overwhelmed, distracted, or constantly putting out fires, this system will help you regain control. Scott shares how to organize your day using a pocket-sized to-do list, delegate tasks with real accountability, protect your personal time, and create space for focused leadership—even during clinical hours. Whether you’re running one office or managing a growing team, this episode will help you lead with more clarity, productivity, and peace of min
2025-05-26
25 min
The Dental CEO Podcast
Dental CEO Podcast #12 - One More Thing, One More Time: Lessons in Resilience with Josh Sundquist
This week on The Dental CEO Podcast, Scott Leune welcomes Josh Sundquist—Paralympian, bestselling author, Emmy-winning producer, and viral content creator—for an unforgettable conversation about resilience, humor, and perspective. From losing his leg to cancer at age nine to racing for Team USA and producing his own Apple TV+ show, Josh shares the mindset shifts that helped him turn adversity into opportunity. You’ll hear why his mantra “one more thing, one more time” has inspired thousands, how failure is really about how fast you get back up, and why trying to go it alone may be holding you back...
2025-05-19
48 min
The Dental CEO Podcast
Dental CEO Podcast #11 - Dentistry's Dirty Little Secret
In this hard-hitting episode of The Dental CEO® Podcast, Dr. Scott Leune exposes a harsh reality many dentists don't realize until it's too late: how thousands have unknowingly given away their practices for free. Scott breaks down the flawed financial models behind DSO deals, explains why staying on after selling can quietly wipe out your true value, and challenges the assumptions that trap owners into losing millions. If you’re thinking about selling — or just want to truly understand the math behind your practice’s worth — this is the episode you can't afford to miss.
2025-05-12
37 min
The Dental CEO Podcast
Dental CEO Podcast #10 - How Anthony Price Built a Cosmetic Dentistry Empire in Memphis
Dr. Scott Leune talks with Dr. Anthony Price about how he built a cosmetic dentistry brand that attracts local celebrities, delivers 40+ virtual consults a month, and aligns completely with his personal passion and lifestyle. They discuss branding, social media, and how to create a practice that supports your life instead of consuming it. This episode is a blueprint for any dentist looking to find freedom through focus.
2025-05-05
37 min
The Dental CEO Podcast
Dental CEO Podcast #9 - Maximizing Your Practice's Valuation
In this episode of The Dental CEO Podcast, Scott Leune explores a rarely discussed but crucial topic: how to maximize the value of a dental practice group, especially with multiple locations. Using a three-location scenario, he breaks down strategic decisions around growth, structure, operations, and financial management that can significantly impact long-term value—whether you're looking to sell, scale, or transition into a lifestyle-focused model. Scott emphasizes making every decision with end value in mind.
2025-04-28
35 min
The Dental CEO Podcast
Dental CEO Podcast #8 - Bridging the Dentist-Hygienist Divide with Brittany Glauz
In this episode of The Dental CEO Podcast, Dr. Scott Leune sits down with Brittany Glauz—known as @BrushWithBritt and one of Incisal Edge’s 32 Most Influential People in Dentistry—to explore the evolving relationship between dentists and hygienists. Together, they tackle the rising cost of hygiene, staff culture challenges, the impact of temping, and how to build a happy, high-performing hygiene department through communication, autonomy, technology, and shared growth.
2025-04-21
42 min
The Dental CEO Podcast
Dental CEO Podcast #7 - The Path to Success
In this episode of The Dental CEO Podcast, Dr. Scott Leune breaks down the biggest mistakes dentists make when expanding from one practice to many—and why traditional growth strategies often lead to burnout, debt, and eroded profits. He shares a smarter path to scale, focused on building high-margin operations, reclaiming your time, and setting the stage for multi-location success without sacrificing your sanity.
2025-04-14
37 min
The Dental CEO Podcast
Dental CEO Podcast #6 - Travelocity to Kayak: Terry Jones on Creating Category-Defining Companies
Terry Jones, founder of Travelocity and co-founder of Kayak, joins Dr. Scott Leune to discuss innovation, AI, and the mindset shifts needed to lead and grow in a rapidly changing world. From team building and overcoming blockers to leveraging technology for smarter practice management, this episode is packed with insights every dental CEO needs to hear.
2025-04-07
54 min
The Dental CEO Podcast
Dental CEO Podcast #5 - The Balance of Capacity
In this powerful episode of The Dental CEO Podcast, Dr. Scott Leune challenges the traditional grind of dental practice ownership and lays out a bold, unapologetic blueprint for building a high-profit, low-stress practice. From understanding the hidden costs of PPOs to rethinking your schedule, fees, and growth strategy, this episode is a wake-up call for every dentist stuck in the cycle of mediocrity.
2025-03-31
33 min
The Dental CEO Podcast
Dental CEO Podcast #4 - Alli Webb on Scaling Drybar from 1 to 150 Locations
On this episode of The Dental CEO Podcast, Dr. Scott Leune sits down with Alli Webb, founder of Drybar, to discuss her journey from a single-location startup to a 150-location, $255 million exit. Alli shares how she built a standout brand by focusing on customer experience, branding, and operational consistency, drawing powerful parallels to how dentists can scale their practices. From the challenges of expansion, franchising, and leadership to the mindset shifts needed for entrepreneurial success, this conversation is packed with valuable insights.
2025-03-24
49 min
The Dental CEO Podcast
Dental CEO Podcast #3 - Why This Is the Golden Age of Building a Dental Startup
In this episode of The Dental CEO Podcast, Dr. Scott Leune explores why right now is the golden age of building and owning dental startups. He breaks down the key advantages of the post-COVID era, from lower marketing costs and better real estate deals to higher case acceptance rates and more profitable treatment opportunities. With financing at its most accessible and startup profitability at an all-time high, Dr. Leune shares why there has never been a better time to launch a successful dental practice. Tune in to discover how today’s market conditions are shaping the future of dental st...
2025-03-17
35 min
The Dental CEO Podcast
Dental CEO Podcast #2 - Josh Linkner Delivers a Masterclass in Entrepreneurship
In this episode of The Dental CEO Podcast, host Scott Leune sits down with entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and jazz musician Josh Linkner to explore the intersections of creativity, business, and dentistry. Linkner, founder of five tech companies and an investor behind over a billion dollars in returns, shares insights on innovation, leadership, and breaking through mediocrity. He challenges dentists to embrace an entrepreneurial mindset, emphasizing the importance of "starting before you're ready" and reframing failure as a learning opportunity. Drawing parallels between business and jazz improvisation, he highlights the need for adaptability and creative confidence in navigating the evolving...
2025-03-10
53 min
The Dental CEO Podcast
Dental CEO Podcast #1 - Daymond John
The Dental CEO Podcast launches with an exciting first episode featuring renowned entrepreneur and business strategist, Daymond John. Hosted by Scott Leune, this podcast is dedicated to helping dentists think bigger, lead more effectively, and build thriving businesses. In this premiere episode, Scott and Daymond discuss the mindset, branding, and leadership strategies that drive success—both inside and outside of dentistry. Whether you're looking to scale your practice, strengthen your leadership, or gain insights from top business leaders, this podcast is designed to bring actionable strategies straight to you. Tune in March 3rd and subscribe now.
2025-03-03
46 min
Provide: The Path to Owning It
Transform your business: how to implement effective change management, with Dr. Scott Leune, DDS
Whether it's the launch of a second location or a new budgeting system, implementing change in any small business can feel daunting.Institutional inertia is real, and not everyone might be on board with your vision at first.So, it's absolutely imperative that business owners rely on tried-and-true techniques in planning, communicating, and implementing change.In this episode, we're talking to Dr. Scott Leune, the founder of scottleune.com. He's a trailblazer in the field of dentistry, with a remarkable career in opening, building, and selling numerous dental practices and businesses....
2025-02-19
40 min
Dental Marketing Theory - A Podcast by Gary Bird
#178 2025 Guide to Building & Growing a SUSTAINABLE Dental Practice
In this episode, Gary Bird welcomes Scott Leune for a masterclass on building your dream dental practice. Whether you're just starting or already own multiple practices, Scott provides transformative insights that will shift how you approach growth. Tune in to gain a fresh perspective on how to strategically develop your practice for long-term success!Connect with our Guest Here ⤵️Dr. Scott LeuneFounder and CEO at Scott Leune EducationWebsite: https://scottleune.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.scott.leune/📧 Visit ➡...
2025-01-23
46 min
The Dental CEO Podcast
Coming Soon: The Dental CEO Podcast® with Dr. Scott Leune
Get ready for The Dental CEO Podcast®! Launching soon, this game-changing podcast from Dr. Scott Leune will deliver bold strategies, real-world insights, and inspiring stories from top entrepreneurs and CEOs. Learn how to lead your practice, scale your success, and build the career you deserve. Stay tuned—new episodes drop March 3rd!
2025-01-23
02 min
Shared Practices | Your Dental Roadmap through Practice Ownership
The Struggle is Real - Dealing with Burnout
In this episode of the Shared Practices Podcast, Dr. Richard Low and Dr. Scott Leune tackle the realities of burnout in dentistry, exploring its causes, from scheduling stress to personal sacrifices. They share actionable strategies to overcome burnout, emphasizing the importance of coaching, personal resets, and using burnout as a signal to create a healthier, more fulfilling path forward.
2024-12-30
34 min
Growth in Dentistry: A Dental Intelligence Podcast
120. Improving Treatment Plan Communication with Scott Leune
The dental industry trend shows increased diagnosis amounts per exam but decreased case acceptance rates. Join us as we chat with Scott Leune about the art of case acceptance. Listen in to hear:The two main components of case acceptance - Clinical (doctor-driven) and Financial (team-driven)The keys to improve case acceptance in your practiceScott’s framework for presenting treatmentThe things to invest in, training and communication strategies to follow, metrics to monitor, and more!Scott Leune has been coaching and educating in dentistry for 18-19 years, focusing on data-driven practice management and effective case pr...
2024-12-20
44 min
Growth In Dentistry: A Dental Intelligence Podcast
120. Improving Treatment Plan Communication with Scott Leune
The dental industry trend shows increased diagnosis amounts per exam but decreased case acceptance rates. Join us as we chat with Scott Leune about the art of case acceptance. Listen in to hear:The two main components of case acceptance - Clinical (doctor-driven) and Financial (team-driven)The keys to improve case acceptance in your practiceScott’s framework for presenting treatmentThe things to invest in, training and communication strategies to follow, metrics to monitor, and more!Scott Leune has been coaching and educating in dentistry for 18-19 years, focusing on data-driven practice management and effective case pr...
2024-12-20
44 min
Shared Practices | Your Dental Roadmap through Practice Ownership
Startup vs. Acquisition - Choosing the Right Path
In this episode of Shared Practices, co-hosts Dr. Richard Low and Dr. Scott Leune wrap up their multi-part series by diving into the key factors dentists should consider when deciding between starting a practice from scratch or acquiring an existing one. They discuss the challenges, opportunities, and critical details to evaluate in each path, providing valuable insights to help dentists make informed decisions about their careers. Don’t miss this engaging and practical discussion on choosing the right path for your dental practice journey.
2024-12-16
42 min
Shared Practices | Your Dental Roadmap through Practice Ownership
Ask George - Metrics Driven Growth Avatars
In this episode of the Shared Practices Podcast, Dr. Richard Low is joined by longtime co-host Dr. George Hariri to explore the metrics-driven growth pathways for dental practices. Building on prior discussions, they revisit the foundational concept of practice "avatars" and unveil an updated framework shaped by insights from Dr. Scott Leune. This new approach offers dentists greater clarity and tailored options for growth at every stage of their career.Richard and George discuss the transitions between solo, productive solo, smart solo, and group practices, while diving into the critical metrics that drive growth, such as patient...
2024-12-09
42 min
Revolution Dentistry
How Ronny Rodriguez Built a $4.5 Million Dental Practice in 18 Months
How does a dentist go from a brand-new dental startup to $4.5 million in revenue in just 18 months? Dr. Ronny Rodriguez shares his incredible journey and breaks down the key strategies that turned his Montana implant center into a thriving success. This episode isn’t just about numbers—it’s a masterclass in business, leadership, and the power of hard work.Dr. Rodriguez reveals why he chose a startup over buying an existing practice and how that decision gave him full control to build a winning culture from day one. He dives deep into the role of full-arch dentis...
2024-12-09
39 min
Shared Practices | Your Dental Roadmap through Practice Ownership
The Daily Habits of a High Performing Dental CEO
In this episode of the Shared Practices Podcast, Richard Low and Scott Leune conclude their series on becoming an effective dental CEO. They discuss practical frameworks and daily, weekly, and monthly checklists to help dentists build accountability, efficiency, and control in their practices.Scott shares his "Lego block" system for creating lasting habits, while Richard explores how these tools can transform your business and mindset. Discover how to prioritize tasks, foster accountability, and thrive under pressure.Don’t miss this conclusion to the series that challenges you to think differently, lead effectively, and truly embrace yo...
2024-12-02
46 min
Dentistry Unmasked: A Roundtable Podcast
Young dentists: Do you build it, buy it, or stay an associate?
With a half million in debt (or more) DSO's and so many Facebook dentists complaining about their dental life ... what's the best path to success and happiness? This week on Dentistry Unmasked, Pam and David spend some QT with Dr. Scott Leune and unpack exactly how one's fastest path to dental, financial, and general freedom in life is NOT building anyone's dream but your own!
2024-11-20
33 min
Shared Practices | Your Dental Roadmap through Practice Ownership
The Dental CEO - Managing People
In this episode of the Shared Practices Podcast, hosts Dr. Scott Leune and Dr. Richard Low tackle one of the biggest challenges in dental practice management—managing and leading people. They discuss effective strategies for building strong teams, enhancing communication, and fostering accountability in the workplace. Whether you’re managing a small office or multiple locations, this episode provides practical advice on creating a positive culture that drives performance and long-term success. Tune in to learn how to lead like a CEO and empower your team to achieve their highest potential.
2024-11-18
46 min
The Happy Dentist Podcast
Dr. Scott Leune on the #1 Way to Drive Explosive Growth in Dental Practices
📩 Grab our new Dentist Playbook built from the TOP 50 learnings from our Happy Dentist guests. Simply prompt a question & you'll receive advise directly from our episodes: https://bit.ly/TheDentistPlaybook➡️ Keep 100% of ortho patients in-house with a dedicated virtual ortho team: Apply Now🎟️ Sign up for our next Live Workshop: Register Here🤝Access instant Invisalign savings by becoming a Friend of Two Front. Save thousands of dollars a year here.This episode is brought to you by Two Front.Two Front dentists start 10-50 Invisalign patients a month with an all-in-one v...
2024-11-11
1h 11
Shared Practices | Your Dental Roadmap through Practice Ownership
The Dental CEO - Managing Finances
In this episode of the Shared Practices Podcast, hosts Dr. Scott Leune and Dr. Richard Low dive into the essential financial strategies every dental practice owner needs to master. From managing cash flow and budgeting for growth to building financial resilience, they share actionable advice to help you take control of your practice’s finances and ensure long-term profitability. Whether you’re a seasoned practice owner or just starting out, this episode offers practical insights to help you think like a CEO and make sound financial decisions that align with your practice goals.
2024-11-04
42 min
Shared Practices | Your Dental Roadmap through Practice Ownership
Operations in Action
In this episode of the Shared Practices Podcast, Richard Low and Scott Leune explore how to implement operations in a dental practice. They discuss real-world strategies for optimizing patient flow, managing key financial metrics, and building a culture of accountability within the team. This episode offers actionable insights for dentists ready to take their operations to the next level. Key Highlights: Optimizing Patient Flow: Discover how streamlined patient scheduling and flow are critical to practice efficiency and profitability.Tracking Financial Metrics: Richard and Scott discuss the importance of monitoring key financial indicators to align operations with practice goals.B...
2024-10-28
37 min
Shared Practices | Your Dental Roadmap through Practice Ownership
Dental CEO - Managing Operations
In this episode of the Shared Practices Podcast, Richard Low and Scott Leune explore the critical role of managing operations in a dental practice. They break down practical strategies for streamlining daily tasks, creating efficient systems, and developing leadership skills that allow you to run a more effective and profitable practice. Key Highlights: Creating Efficient Systems: Richard and Scott discuss how building consistent systems can reduce inefficiency, improve productivity, and ensure your practice runs smoothly, even when you're not directly involved.Delegation and Accountability: Learn the importance of delegating tasks and holding your team accountable. Scott shares insights o...
2024-10-14
56 min
Shared Practices | Your Dental Roadmap through Practice Ownership
Dental CEO - Building the Operations Dashboard
In this episode of the Shared Practices Podcast, Richard Low and Scott Leune dive into the essential task of building operations for dental practices. As a Dental CEO, mastering operations is key to running a smooth and profitable practice. Learn the strategies and systems that make a big difference in daily practice management. Key Highlights: Creating Efficient Systems: Richard and Scott discuss how building effective systems within your practice can streamline daily tasks, improve productivity, and free up your time for leadership responsibilities.Managing Operations for Growth: Learn the importance of scaling your operations to handle growth without l...
2024-09-30
35 min
Dental Marketing Theory - A Podcast by Gary Bird
#159 How Dr. Scott Leune Built and Scaled 200+ Dental Practices Nationwide
In this episode, Gary talks with Dr. Scott Leune, a prominent figure in the dental industry known for his remarkable journey and contributions. Dr. Leune shares his inspiring story of overcoming significant challenges early in his dental career, including a severe back injury that forced him to rethink his approach to practice management. Despite the odds, he built multiple successful dental practices and launched numerous other ventures, eventually helping to create over 200 practices nationwide. Dr. Leune also discusses his insights on the future of dentistry, emphasizing the importance of sustainable practice models and ethical business practices....
2024-09-10
50 min
Shared Practices | Your Dental Roadmap through Practice Ownership
The Million Dollar Dentist Part 4: Multi-Practice
We continue our journey toward building a million-dollar practice, and we focus on one of the the final phases—scaling your business without sacrificing your well-being. Dr. Scott Leune and I discuss how to grow your practice responsibly, avoid all-too-common pitfalls, and get financial freedom, but also a balanced life.Watch the video version here.
2024-09-06
45 min
The Making of a Dental Startup
The Making of - Transitions and Scaling with Dr. Scott Leune
In this episode of The Making Of, Dr. Ashley Joves was joined by Dr. Scott Leune on this LIVE episode to our Facebook group.Episode Highlights: From Startups to Multi-Practice Success: Dr. Scott Leune discusses his innovative course on growing dental practices from a single location to multiple locations, emphasizing the importance of strategic planning and effective management. Breaking New Ground with ScottLeune.com: Dr. Leune announces his new brand, ScottLeune.com, detailing his departure from Breakaway and Dental Whale, and introducing fresh, updated content and seminars aimed at dental...
2024-07-17
00 min
The Making of a Dental Startup
The Making of - Transitions and Scaling with Dr. Scott Leune
In this episode of The Making Of, Dr. Ashley Joves was joined by Dr. Scott Leune on this LIVE episode to our Facebook group.Episode Highlights: From Startups to Multi-Practice Success: Dr. Scott Leune discusses his innovative course on growing dental practices from a single location to multiple locations, emphasizing the importance of strategic planning and effective management. Breaking New Ground with ScottLeune.com: Dr. Leune announces his new brand, ScottLeune.com, detailing his departure from Breakaway and Dental Whale, and introducing fresh, updated content and seminars aimed...
2024-07-17
56 min
The Making of a Dental Startup
The Retreat: Becoming a Dental CEO with Ashley Joves, DDS and Scott Leune, DDS
(This episode originally aired 7/04/2022 - Dr. Scott Leune will be speaking again at our Sonoma Retreat 2023!)Things Dr. Ashley Joves & Dr. Scott Leune discuss in this action packed hour:- To do a #startup in this economy?- Common mistakes #doctors make while building their startups- Finding the right team- Auditing versus micromanaging Why your team should want you to be wealthy... And more!Dr. Scott Leune links:https://summit.dentalwhale.com Join...
2023-10-29
00 min
The Making of a Dental Startup
The Retreat: Becoming a Dental CEO with Ashley Joves, DDS and Scott Leune, DDS
(This episode originally aired 7/04/2022 - Dr. Scott Leune will be speaking again at our Sonoma Retreat 2023!)Things Dr. Ashley Joves & Dr. Scott Leune discuss in this action packed hour:- To do a #startup in this economy?- Common mistakes #doctors make while building their startups- Finding the right team- Auditing versus micromanaging Why your team should want you to be wealthy... And more!Dr. Scott Leune links:https://summit.dentalwhale.com Join...
2023-10-29
56 min
Dentists, Puns, and Money
Reaching $1 Million in Annual Take-Home Pay, with Dr. Scott Leune
In this episode Dentists, Puns, & Money, we talk with Dr. Scott Leune.Dr. Leune suffered a back injury early in his clinical career. It left him in and out of a wheelchair, and forced him to pivot to a CEO role within his dental practices. That experience also taught him how to grow and scale multiple dental practices quickly. Dr. Leune now helps other dentists looking to start, grow, and scale their practices by hosting multiple Breakaway Seminars each year. He also co-founded Dental Whale, which is a Dental Group Purchasing...
2022-11-23
38 min
The Dear Doc Podcast™
Scott Leune My Journey to Extreme Success
Scott talks about his journey as an entrepreneur from dental student to CEO of Breakaway Practice, Co-Founder at Dental Whale, Dental Industry Key Opinion Leader, and International Speaker
2022-10-10
45 min
The Dentist Money Show | Financial Planning & Wealth Management
Small Changes That Lead to More Profits
Building a practice is not easy. You worry about billing services, insurance management, overhead, business consulting, marketing, collections, human resources, and more. One entrepreneur wants to help you solve it all. On this Dentist Money™ Show Ryan interviews Dr. Scott Leune of Breakaway Seminar whose vision has guided thousands of practices to greater profitability. Need answers to your financial questions but not ready for a full-service wealth manager? Check out our new Dentist Money Membership program.Are you ready to fully outsource your financial planning and investment management to a financial advisor who specializes in...
2022-09-14
49 min
The Nifty Thrifty Dentists
Grow your Dental Practice with Dr. Scott Leune and Dr. Glenn Vo
Notes: In this episode, Dr. Glenn Vo interviews Breakaway Seminars founder, Dr. Scott Leune. Breakaway Seminars is the highest value seminar experience in dentistry. Graduates of the seminars have gone on to build wealth, they have built consulting companies, they have become.world-followed on podcasts, they have created private practice groups, they have enjoyed large liquidity events, and they have become admired and successful solo dentists.Dr. Vo and Dr. Leune also discuss the Dental Whale Business Immersion Summit. Dental Whale is proud to host hundreds of dentistry professionals at the prestigious Business Immersion Summit. Attendees...
2022-08-31
35 min
The Making of a Dental Startup
Becoming a Dental CEO with Ashley Joves, DDS and Scott Leune, DDS
Things Dr. Ashley Joves & Dr. Scott Leune discuss in this action packed hour:- To do a #startup in this economy?- Common mistakes #doctors make while building their startups- Finding the right team- Auditing versus micromanaging Why your team should want you to be wealthy... And more!Dr. Scott Leune links:https://summit.dentalwhale.com Register for their September 22nd Breakaway Business Masters Seminar Pre-Summit Event,and you will receive a 10% Discount, PLUS a FR...
2022-07-04
56 min
The Raving Patients Podcast
Make $1,000,000/ Year With These Practice Growth Strategies
What is the secret to growing a million-dollar practice? Scott Leune, founder of Breakaway Practice Seminars, joins me today to share his tips on increasing case acceptance, reducing expenses, improving your marketing, and ultimately building a million-dollar practice. Breakaway Practice is a dental practice management company that has helped over 500 practice owners scale their business by implementing growth-boosting changes, predictable management systems, and innovative profit maximizers. We also discuss the best third-party financing companies, budget management strategies, and Scott's quick little habit that helped him become incredibly successful. Tune in to find out...
2022-05-27
43 min
AADOM Radio-THE Podcast For Dental Managers
Episode 94-AADOM Radio-Advanced Case Acceptance Strategies w/Dr. Scott Leune of Breakaway Seminars
AADOM Radio & Dental Whale Presents:Dr. Scott LeuneLearning Objectives:- Understand the ideal location for presenting finances.- Learn which new payment options promote case acceptance.- Find out how the payment option form design can be changed to drive up acceptance.- Understand strategies around phasing of treatment.More About Dr. Leune:Through his great impact and teachings, Scott Leune has been named one of the top 30 most influential people in dentistry. After graduating Dental School in 2005, Dr. Leune has opened...
2022-03-24
33 min
The Stress-Free Dentist Show
Dr. Scott Leune: Developing CEO-like Habits and Breaking Away From the Traditional Assumptions of Dentistry
Tune into this episode to listen to Dr. Scott Leune discuss developing CEO-like habits and breaking away from the traditional assumptions of dentistry!
2022-03-22
30 min
The Nifty Thrifty Dentists
Dr. Scott Leune- Breakaway Seminars
Dr. Scott Leune is from Breakaway Seminars. All of your seminars are based on being prepared. Did you ever see this coming? No, but there are lots of things we can do to prepare for the next wave of opportunities. While we are concerned about what is happening, we can be excited about the new plans for entrepreneurship. In many ways, we are opening like a startup again. It's a good time to look at your business from a business owner’s point of view. It’s a good time to cut extra expenses. When we r...
2020-04-01
1h 03
The Freedom Founders Podcast - Investing and Financial Freedom for Dentists
Ep #266: Scott Leune - Leadership and Making The Tough Decisions
Scott Leune is the co-founder of Dental Whale, an innovative dental company that is carving a new category of group private practice ownership and management. Listed as the most subscribed-to person on the largest social media platform for dentists, Scott has built approximately 90 start-up practices nationwide. Today he joins the show to help me discuss where we should be focusing while the world around us is panicking. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://bit.ly/2wsAwWw
2020-03-27
33 min
The Freedom Founders Podcast - Investing and Financial Freedom for Dentists
Ep #266: Scott Leune - Leadership and Making The Tough Decisions
Scott Leune is the co-founder of Dental Whale, an innovative dental company that is carving a new category of group private practice ownership and management. Listed as the most subscribed-to person on the largest social media platform for dentists, Scott has built approximately 90 start-up practices nationwide. Today he joins the show to help me discuss where we should be focusing while the world around us is panicking. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://bit.ly/2wsAwWw
2020-03-27
33 min
Dental Practice Heroes
Stop Being Average with Systematization with Scott Leune
A practice without systems is a practice with stress! In this episode, Dr. Scott Leune and Dr. Etch discuss best practices to make your practice the best it can be. http://DentalPracticeHeroes.comJoin us for Free Live Trainings and Community Discussion in the DPH Hero Collective on the DPH App. Click Here to Join! Get Free DPH Trainings, Download the App and Join our Community! CLICK HERE GRAB THE FREE PLAYBOOK HERE - Discover 30 proven strategies top-performing dentists use to increase profits, cut...
2020-02-24
52 min
The Nifty Thrifty Dentists
Episode 66: Nifty Deals: Dr. Scott Leune- Founder of Breakaway Seminar
Show Notes Scott Leune is the founder of Breakaway seminars The landscape of dentistry is changing from what we used to know. There are Super DSOs, mid sized groups to about 100 practices, private multiple practice owners of 5-30 practices, direct to consumer offices, and even dental insurance companies owning practices. Solo practice dentistry is changing. We have to learn how to better run our businesses. One of the most stressful jobs we can have as a dentist is owning a job. The DSOs run a business, but private practice dentists are so focused on the clinical that they don’t...
2019-08-24
1h 04
The Freedom Founders Podcast - Investing and Financial Freedom for Dentists
Ep #227: Scott Leune - The Business of Dentistry - Making the Tough Decisions
In this episode, Dr. Scott Leune will be discussing the forecast of the future of dentistry and what it means to you. Scott is an expert in profitability and scalability of practices and has a lot of experience with helping practice owners connect and scale in a way that is practical and maintainable. This interview comes bearing a ton of valuable knowledge on the important decisions you need to make now and how you can make those decisions in the best way for you and your practice. You can find show notes and more information by clicking...
2019-06-28
28 min
The Freedom Founders Podcast - Investing and Financial Freedom for Dentists
Ep #227: Scott Leune - The Business of Dentistry - Making the Tough Decisions
In this episode, Dr. Scott Leune will be discussing the forecast of the future of dentistry and what it means to you. Scott is an expert in profitability and scalability of practices and has a lot of experience with helping practice owners connect and scale in a way that is practical and maintainable. This interview comes bearing a ton of valuable knowledge on the important decisions you need to make now and how you can make those decisions in the best way for you and your practice. You can find show notes and more information by clicking...
2019-06-28
28 min
The Freedom Founders Podcast - Investing and Financial Freedom for Dentists
Ep #196: Dr. Scott Leune - The Dental Whale
Today's guest is a true innovator in the field and has trailblazed through the industry to become the most subscribed-to person on Dentaltown. Dr. Scott Leune is the founder of the practice management company Breakaway Practice, and the co-founder of Dental Whale, a groundbreaking company that is carving a new category of group private practice ownership and management. Scott has been featured in numerous dental publications and has spoken to thousands of dental professionals and executives over the last nine years, lecturing on data-driven decision-making in dentistry and creating scalable systems and infrastructure. In this episode, Scott...
2018-11-23
30 min
The Freedom Founders Podcast - Investing and Financial Freedom for Dentists
Ep #196: Dr. Scott Leune - The Dental Whale
Today's guest is a true innovator in the field and has trailblazed through the industry to become the most subscribed-to person on Dentaltown. Dr. Scott Leune is the founder of the practice management company Breakaway Practice, and the co-founder of Dental Whale, a groundbreaking company that is carving a new category of group private practice ownership and management. Scott has been featured in numerous dental publications and has spoken to thousands of dental professionals and executives over the last nine years, lecturing on data-driven decision-making in dentistry and creating scalable systems and infrastructure. In this episode, Scott...
2018-11-23
30 min
The Shared Practices Podcast - Archives
4-6 Scott Leune - Stacking Your Case Acceptance Systems
Episode 6 of Case Acceptance season features an interview with Scott Leune. For the last 8 years, Dr. Leune has lectured to thousands of dental professionals & executives sharing his proven systems, marketing and practice design, leading to consistently sold-out seminars. He has been featured in numerous dental publications and listed as the ‘most-subscribed-to-person’ on DentalTown (the premier online dental community). In this episode Richard picks Scott’s brain on various topics related to case acceptance, everything from mitigating pushback from treatment coordinators to unpacking the benefits of in-house financing. Scott draws upon his extensive experience as a dental entrepreneur to bri...
2018-11-15
1h 11
The Shared Practices Podcast - Archives
POF-12 Intelligent Outsourcing with Dr. Scott Leune
Welcome to back to the Shared Practices Podcast! This week our guest is Dr. Scott Leune. In today’s episode George interviews Scott about how to intelligently outsourcing in your dental office. Scott discusses the services that Dental Whale provides for the private practice owner. Scott talks about what he looks for financially in a great practice to acquire and how outsourcing can help to actually lower costs. Scott and George dive into more things that dentists should look for when buying a practice. Thanks for listening to this week’s episode of the Shared Practices Podcast! F...
2018-10-05
1h 06
The Life and Dentistry Podcast
063: Learn how to Breakaway to the next level as a practicing dentist with Dr. Scott Leune!
On today's episode we sat down with Dr. Scott Leune of Breakaway Practice! Dr. Leune is the founder of Breakaway Practice, which he started in 2007. He has many years experience in startups and trusted systems that have lead to his success in dentistry. His company offers a wide variety of services, that are helping so many dentists around the country succeed in their own practices. During the episode, Dr. Leune explains what the philosophy behind breakaway practice is and why he founded the company in the first place. He then dives into what he has d...
2018-06-04
59 min
Bulletproof Dental Practice
A New Model of DSO with Dr. Scott Leune
Text 'bulletproof' to 345345 to stay in the know about our upcoming book release and the Bulletproof Summit on October 12-13th 2018 in Atlanta! Bulletproof Dental Practice Podcast Episode 65 Hosts: Dr. Peter Boulden & Dr. Craig Spodak Guest: Dr. Scott Leune, Founder & CEO of Breakaway Practice & Dental Whale Watch full video of the interview by clicking here! Key Takeaways: Most DSO's don't allow for the dentist to work with them to continue growing their business. Breakaway Practice provides DSO infrastructure to provide partnership and value f...
2018-05-24
1h 01
Bulletproof Dental Practice
A New Model of DSO with Dr. Scott Leune
Text 'bulletproof' to 345345 to stay in the know about our upcoming book release and the Bulletproof Summit on October 12-13th 2018 in Atlanta! Bulletproof Dental Practice Podcast Episode 65 Hosts: Dr. Peter Boulden & Dr. Craig Spodak Guest: Dr. Scott Leune, Founder & CEO of Breakaway Practice & Dental Whale Watch full video of the interview by clicking here! Key Takeaways: Most DSO's don't allow for the dentist to work with them to continue growing their business. Breakaway Practice provides DSO infrastructure to provide partnership and value f...
2018-05-24
1h 01
Disorganized Dentistry
Thrilled to announce Dr. Scott Leune of Breakaway Practice for this week's interview!
Episode 10: Thrilled to share the newest episode of Disorganized Dentistry featuring Dr. Scott Leune, founder of Breakaway Practice. As an early follower of Scott’s philosophies, it was an honor for me to have him on the show to talk about his professional evolution, the growth of Breakaway, and the future of his business. Give it a listen and let me know what you think!
2018-05-21
44 min
Disorganized Dentistry
Episode 10: Thrilled to announce Dr. Scott Leune of Breakaway Practice for this week's interview!
Episode 10: Thrilled to share the newest episode of Disorganized Dentistry featuring Dr. Scott Leune, founder of Breakaway Practice. As an early follower of Scott’s philosophies, it was an honor for me to have him on the show to talk about his professional evolution, the growth of Breakaway, and the future of his business. Give it a listen and let me know what you think!
2018-05-21
44 min
Business of Dentistry
Practice Made (Almost) Perfect: Why Making Sure You Create a Great Culture Matters
This week I am joined by Dr. Paul Etchison, host of The Dental Practice Heroes Podcast, and author of Dental Practice Hero: From Ordinary Practice to Extraordinary Experience. Paul comes from Illinois, and studied in Chicago. After finishing dental school, he worked for a specialist who owned several practices. There he got the chance to learn a ton of things, and after about two and a half years, he started thinking about creating his own business. The next step for him was taking Dr. Scott Leune’s Breakaway Practice Seminars and gathering as much information as...
2018-04-17
44 min
The Shared Practices Podcast - Archives
2-35 Transitions with Sandy Pardue
In season 2 episode 35, George interviews Sandy Pardue, a seasoned practice consultant from Classic Practice Resources, who gives an energetic, information packed episode. Sandy has worked with a few of the dental legends, including Scott Leune, and her experience goes back for more than 25 years. She gives many pearls for practice transitions. The range of topics go from how important systems are, setting clear expectations for new team members, and tips to maximizing the front desk - from telephone tips, to recall management, a patient reactivation project, and broken appointments. Sit back for this one -- it’s a good one...
2018-01-05
1h 03
The Shared Practices Podcast - Archives
2-1 Dialing in Your Systems with Dr. Scott Leune
Welcome to Season 2! In today's episode with Dr. Scott Leune we dive into what it means to implement clinical and business systems in your dental practice. Visit BreakawayPractice.com to sign up for Dr. Leune's course in San Antonio or learn about their other services. Dental Intel was the resource Breakaway uses for automatically monitoring key indicators from practice software. Dr. Leune graduated from UT Health Science Center School of Dentistry in 2005. His dental career began with three startup practices in San Antonio which grew to 80 staff, 10 dentists, and a call center in a...
2017-01-08
34 min
The Freedom Founders Podcast - Investing and Financial Freedom for Dentists
Ep #93: Taking on Corporate Competition and Managed Care Insurance with Dr. Scott Leune
Dr. Scott Leune is the CEO of Breakaway Practice, a dental consulting firm that specializes in creating growth for dental practices and creating the efficiencies that increase profits. Scott shares how private dentists can best position themselves to leverage the opportunities available while competing against corporate dentistry conglomerates. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: http://bit.ly/2gdx3hp
2016-11-30
32 min
The Freedom Founders Podcast - Investing and Financial Freedom for Dentists
Ep #93: Taking on Corporate Competition and Managed Care Insurance with Dr. Scott Leune
Dr. Scott Leune is the CEO of Breakaway Practice, a dental consulting firm that specializes in creating growth for dental practices and creating the efficiencies that increase profits. Scott shares how private dentists can best position themselves to leverage the opportunities available while competing against corporate dentistry conglomerates. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: http://bit.ly/2gdx3hp
2016-11-30
32 min
The Shared Practices Podcast - Archives
1-1 Breakaway Your Dental Career with Dr. Scott Leune
Welcome to the Shared Practices podcast! This podcast is for dentists who want to own their own practice but don't have the business knowledge or a clear pathway to ownership. Today we interview Dr. Scott Leune, founder and CEO of Breakaway Practice about his recommendations for new grads to move towards ownership. Dr. Leune brings a wealth of experience and recommendations for anyone considering practice ownership and part two of this interview will be broadcast in our second season. Download the 8 Season Roadmap to Practice Ownership at SharedPractices.com Visit BreakawayPractice.com to sign up for...
2016-08-22
41 min
Relentless Dentist
Dr. Scott Leune's Bold Biography (Ep. 56)
Send us a textDr. Scott Leune has started 10 practices from scratch. In doing so, he has developed a skill for making business and clinical systems easy to understand and implement. His company, Breakaway Practice, has helped thousands of dentists throughout the world realize practice and financial success. Dr. Leune beleives that owning a practice "just doesn't have to be that complicated." He demystifies and simplies dentistry with a no B.S. approach. Find out more about Dr. Leune, and how his company is helping dentists here: http://www.breakawaypractice.com/
2015-04-24
29 min