The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes

On today's episode, Dr. Mark Costes and Dental Success Network co-founder Michael Lomotan answer questions from DSN members. They start with a challenge many practice owners know well: how to hold a team accountable without becoming everyone's reminder system.  Mark then looks back at his decision to grow to 16 practices and explains why he would focus on profitability, location, and room to expand if he were starting over. They close with questions to ask before selling to a DSO, including how the deal is structured and what happens to the portion of the practice's value that isn't paid at closing. Be sure to check out the full episode from the Dentalpreneur Podcast! EPISODE RESOURCES https://www.truedentalsuccess.com Dental Success Network Subscribe to The Dentalpreneur Podcast

On today's episode, Dr. Mark Costes speaks to DSI Mastermind members about the difference between having the right information and putting it to work. He encourages owners to ask for help, take responsibility for what's happening in their practices, and use the experience of the people around them.   Mark then breaks down what effective leadership looks like: clear expectations, useful training, regular feedback, and accountability that helps team members grow. He also shares a way to move larger projects forward by defining the outcome, assigning responsibilities, setting deadlines, and checking progress with the team. It's a reminder that reaching the next goal takes more than a good idea—it takes consistent execution. Be sure to check out the full episode from the Dentalpreneur Podcast! EPISODE RESOURCES https://www.truedentalsuccess.com Dental Success Network Subscribe to The Dentalpreneur Podcast

On today's episode, Dr. Mark Costes talks with BoomCloud founder Jordan Comstock about rising practice costs, flat PPO reimbursements, and the write-offs that can quietly erode profits. Jordan explains how patient membership plans can create recurring revenue, strengthen retention, and give owners more freedom to decide which PPO contracts are worth keeping.   They cover where to find new members, from existing patients to local businesses, and how to get a plan started. The conversation also explores how a loyal patient base and predictable revenue could affect a practice's value when it's time to sell. Be sure to check out the full episode from the Dentalpreneur Podcast! EPISODE RESOURCES https://boomcloudapps.com https://www.truedentalsuccess.com Dental Success Network Subscribe to The Dentalpreneur Podcast

On today's episode, Dr. Mark Costes shares how practice owners can make more progress while spending fewer hours at work. He explains why hard work is essential in the early stages of ownership, but can become a habit that holds you back as your practice grows. Mark talks about setting priorities, protecting time for your family, and resisting the urge to chase a new opportunity before you've solved the problems already in front of you.  He also walks through the different roles people play in a practice and why creators, providers, and managers need dedicated time to do their best work. If your CEO time keeps disappearing into interruptions and daily fires, this episode offers a practical way to rethink how you use it. Be sure to check out the full episode from the Dentalpreneur Podcast! EPISODE RESOURCES https://www.truedentalsuccess.com Dental Success Network Subscribe to The Dentalpreneur Podcast

On today's episode, Dr. Aaron Nicholas presents a practical framework for identifying where the dental day starts to go sideways and what to do before small problems turn into full-blown chaos. He breaks down how to create backup protocols for procedures, analyze workflows, schedule with more intention, prepare assistants and operatories, and delegate tasks that do not require doctor time.  Aaron also explains how morning huddles, decision trees, standardized setups, scripts, and procedure timing can make the day more predictable and productive. The goal is not simply to move faster, but to create systems that help the entire team know what to do when something stops working as planned. Be sure to check out the full episode from the Dentalpreneur Podcast! EPISODE RESOURCES https://www.truedentalsuccess.com Dental Success Network Subscribe to The Dentalpreneur Podcast