Tanking Your Reputation Before You Even Start (And How to Avoid It)
What’s the fastest way to ruin your professional reputation before you even get going?It’s not bad clinical work.It’s not weak marketing.It’s how you treat the orthodontist down the street.In this 5 Minute Friday episode, I’m tackling a topic that makes or breaks your name in a new town—and it’s not what most people focus on. Whether you're setting up shop in a saturated market or welcoming a new doc into yours, how you show up matters. I’ve seen new orthodontists torpedo their reputations before they’ve even opened their doors—and I’ve seen seasoned docs handle it with grace and generosity.This isn’t about playing nice for appearances. It’s about protecting your name, your referrals, and your peace of mind. I’ll share a cautionary tale, break down the right way to launch in a new market, and issue a challenge to every orthodontist: Let’s build a profession that values reputation, kindness, and community over ego and competition.Key TakeawaysIntro (00:00)Why new orthodontists should make the first move (00:20)The wrong mindset when entering a saturated market (01:10)How to be gracious as the established doc (01:45)A cautionary tale of disrespect (03:00)Why badmouthing a colleague only hurts you (03:50)My call for a more collaborative ortho community (04:50)Additional ResourcesWant to connect with orthodontists who believe in lifting each other up?Come to the final Orthopreneurs Summit in Las Vegas this September. Trust me—it’ll be the most impactful event you’ve ever attended. Go to opSummit2025.com and grab your spot today.- For more information, visit: https://orthopreneurs.com/- Join our FREE Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/OrthoPreneurs
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The True Meaning of a Digital Orthodontic Practice w/ Dr. Alexander Waldman | Greatest Hits Series
The world of orthodontics is rapidly evolving, with new technologies emerging all the time. While many doctors claim to have "digital practices," simply having the latest equipment doesn't automatically translate to a digital practice.A truly digital orthodontic practice requires a fundamental shift in mindset and approach. It's about embracing a new way of thinking and leveraging technology to improve efficiency, customize treatment, and enhance the patient experience.It's crucial to understand that digital workflows are a means to an end, not the end itself. The true power lies in transforming how you practice and the care you deliver.In this episode, I am joined by Dr. Alexander Waldman, an esteemed clinician and educator in orthodontics, recognized for his expertise and contributions to integrating digital solutions into orthodontic practices.Dr. Waldman shares his journey to becoming an advocate for digital orthodontics and his thoughts on how technology can enhance patient outcomes, improve practice efficiency, and redefine what's possible in orthodontic care.Dr. Waldman and I also talk about:- Virtual assistants and the outsourcing of certain practice tasks- Financial aspects of integrating new technologies- Remote monitoring and virtual assistants- Surgical orthodonticsDon't miss this episode for Dr. Waldman's insights on how a truly digital mindset can revolutionize the way we approach orthodontics.Key TakeawaysIntro (00:00)Dr. Waldman’s background and journey into ortho (00:44)The role of digital technology in orthodontics (04:52)Improving treatment efficiency and outcomes with digital ortho (08:59)Virtual assistants and the outsourcing of certain practice tasks (21:35)Why you need to raise your fees (29:22)Surgical orthodontics as a differentiator (31:03)Additional ResourcesBooks mentioned- The Nightingale: https://www.amazon.com/Nightingale-Novel-Kristin-Hannah/dp/1250080401- A Woman of No Importance: https://www.amazon.com/Woman-No-Importance-Untold-American/dp/0735225311------- Elevate Your Orthodontic Practice with Remote Staffing: https://www.myorthova.com/- Overcome Remote Monitoring Hurdles: https://remoteresponse.com/–--- Register for the Orthopreneurs Summit 2025: https://opsummit2025.com/- For more information, visit: https://orthopreneurs.com/- Join our FREE Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/OrthoPreneurs
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Why Half-Hearted Tech Adoption is Hurting Your Practice | Greatest Hits Series
Struggling to keep up with the latest technology in your ortho practice? I get it—it can feel overwhelming. But today, I want to challenge you to think differently.I recently had an interesting conversation with Philippe Salah, the CEO of Dental Monitoring, and let me tell you, these CEOs see the world in a way that many of us don't.That episode is dropping soon but for now, I want to touch on the concept of scaling your practice with technology. Partial adoption of technology can actually hurt more than help, and going all-in with the right tools is the game-changer you need.I'll break down how adopting various tech tools streamline your operations, save costs, and make your life easier.Plus, I discuss the economic trends that are going to make hiring even more challenging in the coming years as the economy recovers.If you're ready to scale your practice efficiently and prepare for what's coming, you won't want to miss this episode. Click to listen and learn how full tech integration can transform your practice.Key TakeawaysIntroduction (00:00)Technology adoption in dental practices (00:59)Strategic decisions in technology adoption (01:47)The importance of full technology adoption (04:33)Future of hiring and technology adoption (06:59)OrthoPreneurs Summit 2025 (09:12)Additional Resources- Register for the OrthoPreneurs Summit 2025: http://opsummit2025.com/- For more information, visit: https://orthopreneurs.com/- Join our FREE Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/OrthoPreneurs
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Stop Resisting AI - Here’s How to Use It in Your Practice
I’ve seen firsthand how AI can improve communication and even enhance patient care in my practice. Although it’s making my life easier, I have come to learn that many orthodontists and their teams are still hesitant to fully adopt it.The potential is huge, from creating content to improving communication with patients and managing your practice more effectively.AI can help you and your team be more productive, make fewer mistakes, and work smarter. It is no longer a buzzword but a tool that can take your practice to the next level.In this episode, I share simple ways you can start using AI today to improve your workflow, save time, and set your practice up for success.Key TakeawaysIntro (00:00)AI in everyday practice (00:34)Few people use AI on a daily basis (01:28)Use AI for tasks like content creation and communication (02:16)You must encourage your team to adopt AI (04:18)AI usage fun within a team (05:15) Additional Resources- Register for the OrthoPreneurs Summit 2025: http://opsummit2025.com/- For more information, visit: https://orthopreneurs.com/- Join our FREE Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/OrthoPreneurs
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What Elite Practices Do That You Don’t w/ Brian Wright | Greatest Hits Series
What if I told you your front desk is quietly costing your practice $500K or more every year?In this Greatest Hits episode, I sat down with Brian Wright, founder of New Patient Group and WrightChat, who has helped some of the biggest names in orthodontics discover a surprising truth. Your greatest marketing investment isn’t pay-per-click... It’s your team.From missed calls to untrained staff, Brian breaks down exactly how these invisible gaps are silently draining your profits and how you can fix them.We talk about why experience beats advertising, how elite practices keep winning, and how to find those leaky buckets first before running expensive marketing campaigns.🎧 Ready to stop the leaks and grow from within? Click to listen to the episode now.Key TakeawaysIntroduction to the episode and guest Brian Wright (00:00)Brian's background and entrepreneurial journey (01:34)Importance of patient experience in practice success (03:24)Differentiating clinical skills from business skills (08:03)Common objections to the work needed to grow a practice (14:12)Overcoming biases and embracing innovation (20:16)Costs vs investments in business (24:46)WrightChat's services and their impact on practices (28:11)The importance of continuous learning and coaching (35:22)Additional Resources- New Patient Group: newpatientgroup.com - For consulting and training services- WrightChat: wrightchat.com - For managing new patient calls and follow-ups- Register for the OrthoPreneurs Summit 2025: http://opsummit2025.com/- For more information, visit: https://orthopreneurs.com/- Join our FREE Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/OrthoPreneurs
About The Orthopreneurs Podcast with Dr. Glenn Krieger
What does it mean to become an Orthopreneur? Hi there! My name is Dr. Glenn Krieger and I believe that in today’s competitive world, the orthodontic and dental communities should be collaborative. And I've created Orthopreneurs so that we can move towards that goal together. Orthodontists are smart people. You’ve accomplished a lot to get where you are, but chances are you never got a formal education in how to run the most effective and lowest stress practice possible. Don’t sweat it! Because we’ve got your back... Being an Orthopreneur means that you’re a part of a community. A community that brings peers together to become the best clinicians and the best business owners they can be. Becoming an Orthopreneurs means you never ever need to practice alone. Join the FREE Facebook group by simply applying:https://www.facebook.com/groups/OrthoPreneurs
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