008: The Gift of Influence

The Smile Spa - Making the dentist's office a place you should enjoy visiting

Looking back at 25 years of practicing dentistry, I found myself at an unexpected crossroads. “Gift of Influence,” an influential book by Tommy Spalding, not only reshaped my perspective on leadership but also churned up profound regret over the mistakes I've made as a boss, parent, friend, and sibling. As I unravel my leadership journey, you'll hear about the trials of running a dental practice, the overlooked aspect of mental health in dentistry, and the deep-seated regret over the lack of leadership education in dental school.

Dentistry is challenging, and we must not forget to express appreciation for our team members, colleagues, and the amazing patients we serve. Hear me speak about how prayer and kindness can be a buoy in turbulent times and how we can find peace amidst chaos. Let this episode serve as a clarion call to all dentists and professionals to hone their leadership skills, extend a helping hand to each other, and never ever forget to keep smiling.

Whether you're a fellow practitioner or someone looking for insights on leadership and personal growth, this episode is packed with valuable nuggets.

In this episode, you will hear:

• Lessons learned from Tommy Spalding's book "Gift of Influence”
• Leadership mistakes made in my personal and professional life, and the need for leadership education in dental school
• Mental health in dentistry and its overlooked importance
• The importance of expressing gratitude and solidarity in the dental profession
• The role of prayer and kindness as support during turbulent times and the search for peace amidst chaos

Follow and Review:

We’d love for you to follow us if you haven’t yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We’d love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast.

Episode Credits

If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com Let them know we sent you.