The dirty little secret about private practice is that most doctors spend the bulk of their careers fairly alone in their offices. And when they go searching for help to build their dream practice and a more fulfilling career, they're confronted with a lo
The Burleson Box: A Podcast from Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBA is an exceptional podcast that I highly recommend to anyone interested in business and personal development. Dr. Burleson does a fantastic job of interviewing authors of business books, allowing listeners to gain insight into their thoughts and intentions when writing their books. This is something that many readers often wish they could do, and this podcast brings that opportunity to life. Dr. Burleson's interview style is succinct and to the point, giving the authors the majority of the speaking time.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is its ability to inspire thought-provoking conversations and spark ideas. The episodes are filled with valuable material that has the potential to improve one's thought process tremendously. Dr. Burleson asks great questions that delve deep into the minds of his guests, encouraging them to share their stories organically. The topics discussed can be applied not only in business but also in various aspects of life, making it a valuable resource for personal growth as well.
While it's challenging to find any major flaws in this podcast, one minor downside is that some listeners may find certain episodes less applicable or interesting depending on their specific interests or industries. However, given the wide range of topics covered and the diverse expertise brought by each guest, there will always be episodes that resonate with every listener.
In conclusion, The Burleson Box: A Podcast from Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBA is a remarkable podcast that provides invaluable insights from top-notch authors across various industries. It is engaging, relevant, and leaves you wanting more after each episode. Dr. Burleson's ability to facilitate meaningful conversations while keeping the audience engaged sets this podcast apart from others in its genre. Whether you're looking for inspiration for your business or personal growth, this podcast is definitely worth checking out!
In this episode, Dustin Burleson sits down with the powerhouse leadership team behind Rock Dental Brands to answer one of the most pressing questions in modern dentistry and orthodontics: How do I avoid choosing the wrong DSO?You'll hear directly from CEO Kristi Casey, Chief Development Officer Spencer Lunghino, and Co-Founder Dr. Mark Dake as they share a transparent look into the origins, philosophy, and strategic direction of Rock Dental Brands. Together, they bust myths around private equity, clinical autonomy, and growth timelines—and reveal what doctors should really be asking before joining a DSO.If you're a dentist, orthodontist, or specialist considering your next move, this episode is a must-listen. What You'll Learn:The real story behind private equity in dentistry—where the money comes from and how it worksWhy not all DSOs (or equity structures) are created equalHow Rock Dental Brands evolved from a doctor-led support model to a nationally respected DSOThe biggest myths around clinical autonomy, ownership, and growthWhy Rock's equity model is designed to treat doctors fairly—and how that differs from joint venturesHow to reverse-engineer a smart partnership decision using Charlie Munger's “invert and avoid” philosophyWhat questions to ask during DSO due diligence (and how to avoid future regret) Key Quotes:“We were built to be proud of the work we're doing 50 years from now." —Dr. Mark Dake“You're not giving up control of your practice. You're gaining part of 110 practices.” —Kristi Casey Connect with Our Guests:Spencer Lunghino – spencer.lunghino@rockdentalbrands.comrockdentalbrands.com Resources Mentioned:GreyFinch Practice Management SoftwareDentiCon by Planet DDSVistria Group – Private equity partner of Rock Dental Brands Subscribe & Review:If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review and subscribe to The Burleson Box on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen. Your support helps us bring powerful conversations like this to more listeners in healthcare leadership. ***The Burleson Box is brought to you by Stax Payments:Save Big on Transaction Fees: Boost Your Bottom Line with Stax Payments.Did you know that your practice can start saving thousands of dollars on your monthly processing costs with our preferred payments partner, Stax? Simplify your practice operations and provide a quality patient experience. Healthcare practices like yours need a way to accept payments simply and securely. That's where Stax comes in.Stax helps you manage your entire payments experience from within one platform. You can safely accept touch-free payments in-person, online, or over the phone, securely store and manage patient information with layered security and Level 1 PCI compliance. Take advantage of a simpler, more transparent way to process your payments with competitive flat-rate pricing, provided exclusively through Stax. No additional fees or contracts required!Power your practice and get paid faster with simple, safe and secure payment solutions. Have questions? Schedule time to speak with a dedicated payment consultant to learn more.Click Below to Lear More Today:StaxPayments.com/burleson-seminars*** Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, exclusive study guides, special edition books each quarter, powerpoint and keynote presentations and two tickets to Dustin Burleson's Annual Leadership Retreat.http://www.theburlesonbox.com/sign-up Stay Up to Date: Sign up for The Burleson Report, our weekly newsletter that is delivered each Sunday with timeless insight for life and private practice. Sign up here:http://www.theburlesonreport.com Follow Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBA at:http://www.burlesonseminars.com
In this insightful episode, Dr. Burleson is joined by Blake Morgan, customer experience futurist and bestselling author of More is More: How the Best Companies Go Farther and Work Harder to Create Knock-Your-Socks-Off Customer Experiences. Blake shares powerful lessons from her book and real-world examples from top companies like One Medical and Amazon.Blake emphasizes that great customer experiences start with a strong internal culture and happy, well-equipped employees. The conversation explores how companies can differentiate in a sea of sameness by being relentlessly customer-centric—from streamlined operations to hiring for attitude and integrity.Healthcare professionals, especially those in elective care, will find actionable advice on improving patient experience, embracing digital transformation, and building engaged teams that thrive.What You'll Learn:Why customer experience starts with employee experience—and how culture drives profitabilityHow One Medical disrupts traditional healthcare through intentional design and empathyWhat Amazon gets right by being obsessively focused on the customerWhy logistics, technology, and internal efficiencies are the “invisible levers” of great serviceHow small business owners can lead by example and build service-oriented teamsHiring tips for identifying the “servant leaders” who elevate customer careHow to adapt to change and embrace disruption (with help from a surprising fish metaphor!) Resources & Mentions:More is More by Blake MorganThe Customer of the Future (Blake's upcoming book)The Employee Experience Advantage by Jacob MorganOne Medical, Amazon, and Ritz-Carlton customer experience examplesGallup research on employee engagementThe “CX Imperative” and the Mexican tetra fish—yes, really!Connect with Blake:
In this episode of The Burleson Box, Dr. Dustin Burleson welcomes Dr. Erinne Kennedy, Assistant Dean for Curriculum and Integrated Learning at Kansas City University College of Dental Medicine. Dr. Kennedy shares her fascinating journey into dentistry, which was heavily influenced by her family of dental professionals and her passion for public health. She recounts the pivotal moment when a mentor encouraged her to apply for a dental public health specialty—at Harvard—within a two-week deadline, a decision that shaped the course of her career.Our discussion covers the pressing issue of burnout in the dental profession, with Dr. Kennedy offering valuable insights backed by research. She explains how excessive working hours, lack of adequate recovery time, and administrative burdens contribute to burnout among healthcare professionals. Using a compelling analogy comparing work schedules to endurance training, she illustrates the importance of balancing workload and rest. She also introduces the concept of "resilience confetti," small, joyful activities that help dental professionals maintain well-being and engagement during their workday.Dr. Kennedy and Dr. Burleson explore strategies that dental teams can implement to create healthier work environments, such as rethinking office hours, planning meaningful time off, and fostering a culture that prioritizes both patient care and team well-being. They discuss innovative scheduling models, including the effectiveness of three-day, 12-hour shifts, and how such models can improve job satisfaction and reduce burnout.A significant part of the conversation focuses on the future of preventive dentistry. Dr. Kennedy shares her excitement about advancements in salivary testing, peptides, and microbiome management, predicting that these innovations will reshape how dental professionals approach prevention. She explains how new materials and techniques, such as peptide-based remineralization and nanoparticle technology, could reduce the need for surgical interventions and lead to better long-term patient outcomes.As an educator, Dr. Kennedy highlights the importance of emotional intelligence and leadership training in dental schools. She describes the Thrive program at KCU, a two-day workshop designed to help students develop resilience, goal-setting skills, and emotional maturity. She stresses that fostering a mindset of adaptability and openness to unexpected opportunities is crucial for career growth.Wellness Resources:The Genius of Athletes by Noel Brick Ph. D. and Scott DouglasAtomic Habits by James ClearAntibiotic Stewardship Resources:Association for Dental Safety Antibiotic Stewardship ResourcesAmerican Dental Association Antibiotic Stewardship ResourcesCariology Resources:Carequest Managing Dental CariesCarequest Connect Caries Risk Assessments and Cultural AwarenessCarequest Utilizing Caries Management by Risk Assessment to Deliver Person-Centered Care ***The Burleson Box is brought to you by Stax Payments:Save Big on Transaction Fees: Boost Your Bottom Line with Stax Payments.Did you know that your practice can start saving thousands of dollars on your monthly processing costs with our preferred payments partner, Stax? Simplify your practice operations and provide a quality patient experience. Healthcare practices like yours need a way to accept payments simply and securely. That's where Stax comes in.Stax helps you manage your entire payments experience from within one platform. You can safely accept touch-free payments in-person, online, or over the phone, securely store and manage patient information with layered security and Level 1 PCI compliance. Take advantage of a simpler, more transparent way to process your payments with competitive flat-rate pricing, provided exclusively through Stax. No additional fees or contracts required!Power your practice and get paid faster with simple, safe and secure payment solutions. Have questions? Schedule time to speak with a dedicated payment consultant to learn more.Click Below to Lear More Today:StaxPayments.com/burleson-seminars*** Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, exclusive study guides, special edition books each quarter, powerpoint and keynote presentations and two tickets to Dustin Burleson's Annual Leadership Retreat.http://www.theburlesonbox.com/sign-up Stay Up to Date: Sign up for The Burleson Report, our weekly newsletter that is delivered each Sunday with timeless insight for life and private practice. Sign up here:http://www.theburlesonreport.com Follow Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBA at:http://www.burlesonseminars.com
In this episode of The Burleson Box, we're joined by Brian McCarthy, founder of Rising Tide Consulting and former CEO of a thriving, multi-location orthodontic practice in Birmingham, Alabama. During his tenure, Brian led the practice to $18 million in annual revenue, building a foundation of success rooted in integrity, long-term decision-making, and a steadfast focus on patient and employee well-being. Today, Brian brings this wealth of experience to Rising Tide Consulting, where he helps dental and orthodontic practices overcome growth challenges through the innovative Rising Tide Operating System.In our conversation, Brian shares the journey from his leadership role in a high-performing practice to launching his consulting firm. We discuss the mindset shifts necessary for balancing clinical excellence with effective business management and explore actionable strategies for creating a sustainable foundation for growth. Brian's insights into building systems that prioritize both profitability and care are invaluable for anyone navigating the complex world of practice management.Listeners will also hear about the Rising Tide Mindset—a philosophy designed to lift every aspect of a practice, from team culture to patient satisfaction. Brian provides practical advice on how integrity and proactive decision-making can become the cornerstones of a thriving practice, offering real-world examples and lessons learned from his own journey. Whether you're leading a practice or aspiring to, this episode is packed with takeaways to help you rise to the next level.Be sure to check out Rising Tide Consulting at risingtidemindset.com for more resources, including their blog series on leadership and practice management.***The Burleson Box is brought to you by Stax Payments:Save Big on Transaction Fees: Boost Your Bottom Line with Stax Payments.Did you know that your practice can start saving thousands of dollars on your monthly processing costs with our preferred payments partner, Stax? Simplify your practice operations and provide a quality patient experience. Healthcare practices like yours need a way to accept payments simply and securely. That's where Stax comes in.Stax helps you manage your entire payments experience from within one platform. You can safely accept touch-free payments in-person, online, or over the phone, securely store and manage patient information with layered security and Level 1 PCI compliance. Take advantage of a simpler, more transparent way to process your payments with competitive flat-rate pricing, provided exclusively through Stax. No additional fees or contracts required!Power your practice and get paid faster with simple, safe and secure payment solutions. Have questions? Schedule time to speak with a dedicated payment consultant to learn more.Click Below to Lear More Today:StaxPayments.com/burleson-seminars*** Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, exclusive study guides, special edition books each quarter, powerpoint and keynote presentations and two tickets to Dustin Burleson's Annual Leadership Retreat.http://www.theburlesonbox.com/sign-up Stay Up to Date: Sign up for The Burleson Report, our weekly newsletter that is delivered each Sunday with timeless insight for life and private practice. Sign up here:http://www.theburlesonreport.com Follow Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBA at:http://www.burlesonseminars.com
In this insightful episode, Dustin Burleson interviews Ashley Goodall, author of The Problem with Change and co-author of Nine Lies About Work. They explore the pitfalls of constant organizational change and its negative impact on human performance, uncovering practical strategies to create stability and empower teams. Ashley draws from decades of experience at Cisco and Deloitte to offer a fresh perspective on leadership, team culture, and performance management.Ashley doesn't hold back as he explains how organizations often confuse improvement with change, assuming that one naturally leads to the other. He points out how relentless transformations—whether they're mergers, reorgs, or new systems—disrupt employees' sense of certainty, control, and belonging. These disruptions can leave people feeling untethered, like they're just waiting for the next upheaval to arrive. It's no wonder, he notes, that employees often roll their eyes when leaders announce, “We're so excited about this new change!”Dustin then steers the conversation toward solutions, exploring why teams—not companies—are the real heart of an organization. Ashley explains that while it's easy to talk about “company culture,” the truth is, culture happens on a much smaller scale. It's in the teams where people feel connected, supported, and motivated—or not. He makes a compelling case for investing in team leaders, those unsung heroes who create environments where employees can do their best work.The two also dig into Ashley's innovative approach to performance management, which he implemented at Deloitte and Cisco. Instead of the usual annual reviews that focus on ratings and past performance, Ashley championed a weekly check-in system. This simple yet powerful shift helps employees get the guidance and support they need in real time, not six months too late. Dustin marvels at how such a small change can have such a big impact, strengthening engagement, performance, and trust within teams.Toward the end, the discussion takes a broader view. Ashley emphasizes the importance of giving employees “running room”—a term borrowed from Bob Woodward—that speaks to the space and trust leaders can provide. It's not about micromanaging or constant prodding; it's about creating an environment where employees feel empowered to do their best work. For Ashley, this starts with treating employees as human beings, not just numbers on a spreadsheet. Dustin wholeheartedly agrees, sharing how these insights can help leaders rethink their approach to change and performance in their own organizations. Practical Takeaways:Rethink the frequency and necessity of organizational change initiatives.Prioritize team-level culture and equip leaders to create supportive environments.Adopt weekly "check-ins" as a transformative tool for performance management.Evaluate change initiatives for their balance of pros and cons to avoid unnecessary disruption.Links:Learn more about Ashley GoodallGet your copy of The Problem with ChangeGet your copy of Nine Lies About Work***The Burleson Box is brought to you by Stax Payments:Save Big on Transaction Fees: Boost Your Bottom Line with Stax Payments.Did you know that your practice can start saving thousands of dollars on your monthly processing costs with our preferred payments partner, Stax? Simplify your practice operations and provide a quality patient experience. Healthcare practices like yours need a way to accept payments simply and securely. That's where Stax comes in.Stax helps you manage your entire payments experience from within one platform. You can safely accept touch-free payments in-person, online, or over the phone, securely store and manage patient information with layered security and Level 1 PCI compliance. Take advantage of a simpler, more transparent way to process your payments with competitive flat-rate pricing, provided exclusively through Stax. No additional fees or contracts required!Power your practice and get paid faster with simple, safe and secure payment solutions. Have questions? Schedule time to speak with a dedicated payment consultant to learn more.Click Below to Lear More Today:StaxPayments.com/burleson-seminars*** Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, exclusive study guides, special edition books each quarter, powerpoint and keynote presentations and two tickets to Dustin Burleson's Annual Leadership Retreat.http://www.theburlesonbox.com/sign-up Stay Up to Date: Sign up for The Burleson Report, our weekly newsletter that is delivered each Sunday with timeless insight for life and private practice. Sign up here:http://www.theburlesonreport.com Follow Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBA at:http://www.burlesonseminars.com
In this episode of The Burleson Box, Dustin Burleson speaks with Steve Anderson about his book The Bezos Letters: 14 Principles to Grow Your Business Like Amazon. Listeners will discover key principles and lessons from Amazon founder Jeff Bezos's annual shareholder letters, breaking down Amazon's journey to becoming one of the world's most valuable companies. The book identifies Bezos's strategies and provides insights into Amazon's success, organized around fourteen "Growth Principles" within four broad themes:Experiment and Embrace Failure: Amazon uses a culture of experimentation and “successful failures” to foster innovation and pursue big, transformative ideas.Obsess Over Customers and Think Long-Term: Prioritizing customer needs and maintaining a long-term focus drive sustainable growth and loyalty.Simplify Complexity and Leverage Technology: Amazon aims to make processes simpler and more efficient through technology, creating time-saving solutions.Maintain a Startup Mindset and Embrace Bold Risks: Amazon's “Day 1” mentality and willingness to take significant risks keep the company agile and prepared for future opportunities.Links:Learn more about TheBezosLetters.comFollow Steve Anderson on LinkedInGet your copy of The Bezos Letters***The Burleson Box is brought to you by OrthoFi:You know orthodontics, we know how to grow your practice. Start More Smiles with OrthoFi.OrthoFi is the industry-leading solution for patient acquisition, insurance management, and patient collections. Our end-to-end software and services help practices achieve dynamic growth, balanced cash flow, and smoother operations.OrthoFi's practices experience a 2.25 times higher same-day conversion rate compared to the industry average, thanks to our expertise in same-day contracts. We take on the full burden of managing patient onboarding, collections, and insurance processing, allowing your team to focus on delivering best-in-class service.Our comprehensive 180-day collection protocol sets the gold standard for delinquency management, achieving an average net collection rate of 98%.Dr. Tara Gostovich of TG Orthodontics shared:"I feel like the cost is less than a staff member, but yet you have an entire team. So, I don't look at the cost of OrthoFi as it's too expensive. It's too expensive to not have it."Learn more today at StartMoreSmiles.com*** Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, exclusive study guides, special edition books each quarter, powerpoint and keynote presentations and two tickets to Dustin Burleson's Annual Leadership Retreat.http://www.theburlesonbox.com/sign-up Stay Up to Date: Sign up for The Burleson Report, our weekly newsletter that is delivered each Sunday with timeless insight for life and private practice. Sign up here:http://www.theburlesonreport.com Follow Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBA at:http://www.burlesonseminars.com
In this episode of The Burleson Box, Dustin Burleson sits down with Francesca Sipma, a breathwork coach, entrepreneur, and creator of Hypno Breathwork. Francesca shares her journey from the corporate world to becoming a leading figure in breathwork, detailing how it has helped her and countless others unlock their full potential. Her new book, Unblock Your Purpose, dives into healing past traumas, aligning with the present, and creating a purposeful future.Key Topics:The power of breathwork and its physiological effectsHow Hypno Breathwork combines breathwork, hypnosis, and visioningOvercoming skepticism about breathwork with scientific backing from research at StanfordHow breathwork can help release subconscious blocks and improve decision-makingThe role of intuition in achieving a flow statePractical examples of how breathwork can transform personal and professional livesLinks:Learn more about Francesca SipmaFollow Francesca on Instagram: @FrancescaSipmaGet your copy of Unblock Your Purpose***The Burleson Box is brought to you by OrthoFi:You know orthodontics, we know how to grow your practice. Start More Smiles with OrthoFi.OrthoFi is the industry-leading solution for patient acquisition, insurance management, and patient collections. Our end-to-end software and services help practices achieve dynamic growth, balanced cash flow, and smoother operations.OrthoFi's practices experience a 2.25 times higher same-day conversion rate compared to the industry average, thanks to our expertise in same-day contracts. We take on the full burden of managing patient onboarding, collections, and insurance processing, allowing your team to focus on delivering best-in-class service.Our comprehensive 180-day collection protocol sets the gold standard for delinquency management, achieving an average net collection rate of 98%.Dr. Tara Gostovich of TG Orthodontics shared:"I feel like the cost is less than a staff member, but yet you have an entire team. So, I don't look at the cost of OrthoFi as it's too expensive. It's too expensive to not have it."Learn more today at StartMoreSmiles.com*** Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, exclusive study guides, special edition books each quarter, powerpoint and keynote presentations and two tickets to Dustin Burleson's Annual Leadership Retreat.http://www.theburlesonbox.com/sign-up Stay Up to Date: Sign up for The Burleson Report, our weekly newsletter that is delivered each Sunday with timeless insight for life and private practice. Sign up here:http://www.theburlesonreport.com Follow Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBA at:http://www.burlesonseminars.com
In this episode of The Burleson Box, we sit down with Dr. Ben Fishbein, a powerhouse in the orthodontic world, founder of Fishbein Orthodontics, and the driving force behind Fishbein Fundamentals. With nine offices and a track record of exceptional patient care and practice growth, Dr. Fishbein has transformed the business of orthodontics. We dive deep into his journey, from expanding his practice to delegating effectively, and the importance of knowing what you truly want before pursuing growth.Dr. Fishbein also shares insights into the Fishbein Foundation and their community work, providing free orthodontic care to children who need it most. His dedication to growth, both professionally and philanthropically, is truly inspiring. Whether you're a dentist, orthodontist, or practice manager, you'll walk away with actionable takeaways on building a successful practice and giving back to your community.Key Topics:Dr. Ben Fishbein's journey from a single practice to nine officesThe challenges and strategies of rapid practice growthDelegation: The art of trusting your teamThe Fishbein Foundation's impact on the communityFishbein Fundamentals and its role in teaching othersAdvice for hiring associates and expanding your teamLinks:Learn more about Fishbein Fundamentals: FishbeinFundamentals.comFollow Dr. Ben Fishbein on Instagram: @FishOrtho***The Burleson Box is brought to you by OrthoFi:You know orthodontics, we know how to grow your practice. Start More Smiles with OrthoFi.OrthoFi is the industry-leading solution for patient acquisition, insurance management, and patient collections. Our end-to-end software and services help practices achieve dynamic growth, balanced cash flow, and smoother operations.OrthoFi's practices experience a 2.25 times higher same-day conversion rate compared to the industry average, thanks to our expertise in same-day contracts. We take on the full burden of managing patient onboarding, collections, and insurance processing, allowing your team to focus on delivering best-in-class service.Our comprehensive 180-day collection protocol sets the gold standard for delinquency management, achieving an average net collection rate of 98%.Dr. Tara Gostovich of TG Orthodontics shared:"I feel like the cost is less than a staff member, but yet you have an entire team. So, I don't look at the cost of OrthoFi as it's too expensive. It's too expensive to not have it."Learn more today at StartMoreSmiles.com*** Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, exclusive study guides, special edition books each quarter, powerpoint and keynote presentations and two tickets to Dustin Burleson's Annual Leadership Retreat.http://www.theburlesonbox.com/sign-up Stay Up to Date: Sign up for The Burleson Report, our weekly newsletter that is delivered each Sunday with timeless insight for life and private practice. Sign up here:http://www.theburlesonreport.com Follow Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBA at:http://www.burlesonseminars.com
In this episode of The Burleson Box, Dr. Dustin Burleson sits down with Dr. Rooz Khosravi, a trailblazer in digital orthodontics and interdisciplinary treatment planning. Dr. Khosravi shares insights from his years of experience in implementing digital solutions within orthodontic practices, discussing how digital tools such as 3D printing and aligner therapy have revolutionized patient care. He emphasizes the critical role of collaboration between orthodontists and other dental specialists in delivering optimal treatment outcomes, noting how digital dentistry can simplify complex interdisciplinary cases.Listeners will hear about Dr. Khosravi's journey, from his early exposure to dentistry in his mother's practice to his cutting-edge work at PORTH Personalized Orthodontics, where he leads fully digital clinics. Dr. Khosravi also reflects on the barriers to adopting interdisciplinary care and how digital solutions can help overcome them, offering practical advice on integrating technology into everyday practice. Whether you are looking to enhance patient care or streamline operations, this conversation is packed with valuable takeaways for orthodontists, dentists, and anyone interested in the future of dental technology.Tune in for a deep dive into how technology is reshaping the field of orthodontics and interdisciplinary care, and learn how to implement these innovations in your own practice.***The Burleson Box is brought to you by OrthoFi:You know orthodontics, we know how to grow your practice. Start More Smiles with OrthoFi.OrthoFi is the industry-leading solution for patient acquisition, insurance management, and patient collections. Our end-to-end software and services help practices achieve dynamic growth, balanced cash flow, and smoother operations.OrthoFi's practices experience a 2.25 times higher same-day conversion rate compared to the industry average, thanks to our expertise in same-day contracts. We take on the full burden of managing patient onboarding, collections, and insurance processing, allowing your team to focus on delivering best-in-class service.Our comprehensive 180-day collection protocol sets the gold standard for delinquency management, achieving an average net collection rate of 98%.Dr. Tara Gostovich of TG Orthodontics shared:"I feel like the cost is less than a staff member, but yet you have an entire team. So, I don't look at the cost of OrthoFi as it's too expensive. It's too expensive to not have it."Learn more today at StartMoreSmiles.com***Resources Mentioned in the Episode with Dr. Rooz KhosraviAcademic Publications by Rooz Khosravi, DMD, PhDPORTH Personalized OrthodonticsUniversity of Washington Interdisciplinary Care ClinicSprintRay and FormLabsAmerican Academy of Dental Sleep MedicineEuropean Aligner Society ***Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, exclusive study guides, special edition books each quarter, powerpoint and keynote presentations and two tickets to Dustin Burleson's Annual Leadership Retreat.http://www.theburlesonbox.com/sign-up Stay Up to Date: Sign up for The Burleson Report, our weekly newsletter that is delivered each Sunday with timeless insight for life and private practice. Sign up here:http://www.theburlesonreport.com Follow Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBA at:http://www.burlesonseminars.com
In this episode, I speak with Dr. Scott De Rossi about the questions that shape our personal and professional journeys. Our guest opens up about the reflective questions that have guided his path, offering a treasure trove of insights for anyone looking to evolve and grow.One of the most compelling aspects of the discussion revolves around the concept of mastery. Dr. De Rossi poses the question, "What mastery have I developed that I can offer?" This invites us to reflect on our unique skills and how they can be leveraged to make a meaningful impact. It's a call to recognize and hone our strengths, ensuring that we bring our best selves to every endeavor.Another pivotal question is, "What do I want my days to look like?" This isn't just about career aspirations but about envisioning a holistic life that brings joy and fulfillment. It's about balancing professional ambitions with personal happiness, and understanding the trade-offs we're willing to make. Dr. De Rossi emphasizes the importance of this balance, urging listeners to create a life that they won't look back on with regret.The episode also touches on the idea of continuous improvement. "What's getting better about my life?" is a question that encourages us to celebrate our progress, no matter how small. It's a reminder that growth is a journey, and every step forward is a victory.Perhaps the most profound question discussed is, "How do I tap into my purpose and my superpower?" Our guest shares the realization that his true strength lies in connecting people, ideas, and resources to advance health and education. This insight is a powerful testament to the impact of finding and harnessing one's unique abilities.By the end of the episode, listeners are left with a toolkit of questions that can guide their own journeys. Whether you're looking to advance in your career, improve your personal life, or make a difference in the world, these questions offer a roadmap to success.Tune in to this enlightening episode to discover how you can connect people, ideas, and resources to create positive change in health and education. It's a conversation that promises to inspire and empower you to tap into your own purpose and superpower.***The Burleson Box is brought to you by OrthoFi:You know orthodontics, we know how to grow your practice. Start More Smiles with OrthoFi.OrthoFi is the industry-leading solution for patient acquisition, insurance management, and patient collections. Our end-to-end software and services help practices achieve dynamic growth, balanced cash flow, and smoother operations.OrthoFi's practices experience a 2.25 times higher same-day conversion rate compared to the industry average, thanks to our expertise in same-day contracts. We take on the full burden of managing patient onboarding, collections, and insurance processing, allowing your team to focus on delivering best-in-class service.Our comprehensive 180-day collection protocol sets the gold standard for delinquency management, achieving an average net collection rate of 98%.Dr. Tara Gostovich of TG Orthodontics shared:"I feel like the cost is less than a staff member, but yet you have an entire team. So, I don't look at the cost of OrthoFi as it's too expensive. It's too expensive to not have it."Learn more today at StartMoreSmiles.com***Resources Mentioned in the Episode with Dr. Scott De Rossi:Friday Perspectives NewsletterSerendequity PartnersWorkman School of Dental Medicine***Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, exclusive study guides, special edition books each quarter, powerpoint and keynote presentations and two tickets to Dustin Burleson's Annual Leadership Retreat.http://www.theburlesonbox.com/sign-up Stay Up to Date: Sign up for The Burleson Report, our weekly newsletter that is delivered each Sunday with timeless insight for life and private practice. Sign up here:http://www.theburlesonreport.com Follow Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBA at:http://www.burlesonseminars.com
Drawing from the largest data set of consumer buying habits in orthodontics, Reynolds and Gelles reveal a statistical approach to running a successful practice. Their system, developed with orthodontist Jeff Kozlowski and engineer Dave Ternan, eliminates guesswork and trial-and-error, setting a new gold standard for practice management.With insights from 430,000 patient starts and over $2.2 billion in production, the book demonstrates how data analytics can increase starts, production, and profits. Reynolds and Gelles provide practical steps to implement unique payment solutions, improve cash flow, streamline insurance processing, and more.If you're ready to transform your practice, "Level the Curve" is your key to unlocking greater efficiency and profitability. I'm excited to dig into the conversation today with Oliver Gelles.***The Burleson Box is brought to you by Retainer Club:Realize new revenue in your practice this year with Retainer Club! Upgrading your retainer program has never been more straightforward. Patients want online and easy. You want simple and profitable. Retainer Club gives you both. Built by dental professionals, Retainer Club's technology platform is built to manage everything about your retainer program including billing, retainer fulfillment, KPI data and more.Retainer Club's customized Smile Care Plan allows you to offer a flexible membership program that brings 5 new revenue streams to grow your practice. Retainer Club's platform gives patients access to easy, fast, affordable online retainer ordering 24/7, and regular retainer replacement without ever having to call your office.On average, a Smile Care Plan can increase your practice revenue by $100,000 annually. We have built our program with first-hand industry insights to support the needs of practices and DSOs from the ground up. From on-boarding and client success planning to tech-enabled marketing solutions to support new patient growth, Retainer Club has you covered. Get started today at RetainerClub.com***Resources Mentioned in the Episode with Oliver Gelles:Level the CurveStartMoreSmiles.com***Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, exclusive study guides, special edition books each quarter, powerpoint and keynote presentations and two tickets to Dustin Burleson's Annual Leadership Retreat.http://www.theburlesonbox.com/sign-up Stay Up to Date: Sign up for The Burleson Report, our weekly newsletter that is delivered each Sunday with timeless insight for life and private practice. Sign up here:http://www.theburlesonreport.com Follow Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBA at:http://www.burlesonseminars.com
In this episode we have the pleasure of speaking with Mike Wysocki, a seasoned author and sociologist who has spent years delving into the real-life experiences of professionals across various industries. His book, Careers By the People, provides a unique and authentic perspective on career choices, making it an invaluable resource for anyone at a crossroads in their professional journey. This episode is especially relevant for dentists and orthodontists who are looking to recommend insightful career guidance to their children and young patients.Show Summary:In this enlightening episode, we sit down with Mike Wysocki to discuss his book, Careers By the People. After three decades in corporate America, Mike ventured into a sociological exploration to uncover the true nature of various professions. His book features 101 candid responses from industry veterans, offering an insider's look at the highs and lows of their careers.Mike shares how these real-world insights can help young people, including the children of dentists and orthodontists, make informed career choices. Through a Q&A format, the book reveals daily routines, common challenges, and the fulfilling aspects of different jobs, all told with a blend of humor and unfiltered honesty. Tune in to discover how this dynamic career guide can demystify the world of work and support the next generation in finding their ideal path.***The Burleson Box is brought to you by Retainer Club:Realize new revenue in your practice this year with Retainer Club! Upgrading your retainer program has never been more straightforward. Patients want online and easy. You want simple and profitable. Retainer Club gives you both. Built by dental professionals, Retainer Club's technology platform is built to manage everything about your retainer program including billing, retainer fulfillment, KPI data and more.Retainer Club's customized Smile Care Plan allows you to offer a flexible membership program that brings 5 new revenue streams to grow your practice. Retainer Club's platform gives patients access to easy, fast, affordable online retainer ordering 24/7, and regular retainer replacement without ever having to call your office.On average, a Smile Care Plan can increase your practice revenue by $100,000 annually. We have built our program with first-hand industry insights to support the needs of practices and DSOs from the ground up. From on-boarding and client success planning to tech-enabled marketing solutions to support new patient growth, Retainer Club has you covered. Get started today at RetainerClub.com***Resources Mentioned in the Episode with Mike Wysocki:Careers By the PeopleMike Wysocki***Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, exclusive study guides, special edition books each quarter, powerpoint and keynote presentations and two tickets to Dustin Burleson's Annual Leadership Retreat.http://www.theburlesonbox.com/sign-up Stay Up to Date: Sign up for The Burleson Report, our weekly newsletter that is delivered each Sunday with timeless insight for life and private practice. Sign up here:http://www.theburlesonreport.com Follow Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBA at:http://www.burlesonseminars.com
Ryan Hawk discusses the impact of external scoreboards on our sense of self-worth and the importance of distinguishing between external validation and internal fulfillment. He explores how societal norms often dictate how success is measured and how this can limit our potential for growth and excellence.Using examples from Serena Williams to Thomas Edison, Hawk challenge the conventional definition of success and encourages listeners to pursue excellence on their own terms. We examine common pitfalls in how society measures success and offer insights into unlocking one's highest potential.On the topics of self-awareness and excellence, Hawk emphasizes the role of self-awareness as the foundation for excellence, highlighting the difference between success and excellence. We discuss the importance of introspection and continuous improvement in the pursuit of personal and professional growth. Drawing from a story about President Obama's speechwriter, Cody Keenan, listeners can explore the nature of fear and strategies for overcoming it.In the tradition of stoicism, Hawk discuss the significance of contemplating mortality as a means of living a more fulfilling life, including the exercise of writing one's own eulogy. Listeners will learn how confronting the reality of death can cultivate a sense of urgency and clarity in pursuing meaningful goals.The E + R = O Formula. Hawk unpacks the formula introduced by performance coach Tim Kight, emphasizing the importance of focusing on one's response to events. We review practical applications of the formula in personal and professional contexts, highlighting the power of mindset in shaping outcomes.Hawk shares a personal anecdote from caddying for his brother at the Tahoe Celebrity Golf Tournament, emphasizing the importance of focusing on one's own journey. We introduce the concept of Level 5 moments, defining them as transformative experiences that reveal one's true character and explore the significance of these moments in shaping personal and professional development and offer strategies for recognizing and embracing them.Join us for this thought-provoking exploration of excellence, self-awareness, and the pursuit of meaningful success. Hawk and Cupps provide actionable insights and inspiring anecdotes that challenge listeners to redefine their approach to personal and professional growth.***The Burleson Box is brought to you by Retainer Club:Realize new revenue in your practice this year with Retainer Club! Upgrading your retainer program has never been more straightforward. Patients want online and easy. You want simple and profitable. Retainer Club gives you both. Built by dental professionals, Retainer Club's technology platform is built to manage everything about your retainer program including billing, retainer fulfillment, KPI data and more.Retainer Club's customized Smile Care Plan allows you to offer a flexible membership program that brings 5 new revenue streams to grow your practice. Retainer Club's platform gives patients access to easy, fast, affordable online retainer ordering 24/7, and regular retainer replacement without ever having to call your office.On average, a Smile Care Plan can increase your practice revenue by $100,000 annually. We have built our program with first-hand industry insights to support the needs of practices and DSOs from the ground up. From on-boarding and client success planning to tech-enabled marketing solutions to support new patient growth, Retainer Club has you covered. Get started today at RetainerClub.com***Resources Mentioned in the Episode with Ryan Hawk:Tim Kight: [Focus3]Steven Pressfield: Do The Work: Overcome Resistance and Get Out of Your Own WayRyan Hawk: The Learning Leader ShowTasha Eurich - Insight: Why We're Not as Self-Aware as We Think ***Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, exclusive study guides, special edition books each quarter, powerpoint and keynote presentations and two tickets to Dustin Burleson's Annual Leadership Retreat.http://www.theburlesonbox.com/sign-up Stay Up to Date: Sign up for The Burleson Report, our weekly newsletter that is delivered each Sunday with timeless insight for life and private practice. Sign up here:http://www.theburlesonreport.com Follow Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBA at:http://www.burlesonseminars.com
Every organization is plagued by destructive friction—the forces that make it harder, more complicated, or downright impossible to get anything done. Yet some forms of friction are incredibly useful, and leaders who attempt to improve workplace efficiency often make things even worse. Drawing from seven years of hands-on research, The Friction Project by bestselling authors Robert I. Sutton and Huggy Rao teaches readers how to become “friction fixers,” so that teams and organizations don't squander the zeal, damage the health, and throttle the creativity and productivity of good people—or burn through cash and other precious resources. Sutton and Rao kick off the book by unpacking how skilled friction fixers think and act like trustees of others' time. They provide friction forensics to help readers identify where to avert and repair bad organizational friction and where to maintain and inject good friction. Then their help pyramid shows how friction fixers do their work, which ranges from reframing friction troubles they can't fix right now so they feel less threatening to designing and repairing organizations. The heart of book digs into the causes and solutions for five of the most common and damaging friction troubles: oblivious leaders, addition sickness, broken connections, jargon monoxide, and fast and frenzied people and teams. Sound familiar? Sutton and Rao are here to help. They wrap things up with lessons for leading your own friction project, including linking little things to big things; the power of civility, caring, and love for propelling designs and repairs; and embracing the mess that is an inevitable part of the process (while still trying to clean it up).***The Burleson Box is brought to you by Retainer Club:Realize new revenue in your practice this year with Retainer Club! Upgrading your retainer program has never been more straightforward. Patients want online and easy. You want simple and profitable. Retainer Club gives you both. Built by dental professionals, Retainer Club's technology platform is built to manage everything about your retainer program including billing, retainer fulfillment, KPI data and more.Retainer Club's customized Smile Care Plan allows you to offer a flexible membership program that brings 5 new revenue streams to grow your practice. Retainer Club's platform gives patients access to easy, fast, affordable online retainer ordering 24/7, and regular retainer replacement without ever having to call your office.On average, a Smile Care Plan can increase your practice revenue by $100,000 annually. We have built our program with first-hand industry insights to support the needs of practices and DSOs from the ground up. From on-boarding and client success planning to tech-enabled marketing solutions to support new patient growth, Retainer Club has you covered. Get started today at RetainerClub.com***Resources Mentioned in the Episode with Bob Sutton:Subtract by Leidy KlotzBobSutton.netThe Friction ProjectEd Catmull at PixarAndy Grove at IntelIdeo'Armeetingeddon' at DropBoxJAMA 2019 study on doctor time allocation***Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, exclusive study guides, special edition books each quarter, powerpoint and keynote presentations and two tickets to Dustin Burleson's Annual Leadership Retreat.http://www.theburlesonbox.com/sign-up Stay Up to Date: Sign up for The Burleson Report, our weekly newsletter that is delivered each Sunday with timeless insight for life and private practice. Sign up here:http://www.theburlesonreport.com Follow Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBA at:http://www.burlesonseminars.com
We all want to be great leaders who are confident, productive, and highly energized. But if you don't learn foundational leadership skills, research shows you will face problems with communication, performance, engagement, and employee retention. The stakes are high. How can you quickly learn essential leadership skills?The Three Chairs provides a proven leadership framework to transform anyone's ability to lead others. It's the simplicity of this model that has led to this book reaching #2 on The Wall Street Journal, USA Today and #1 Amazon's bestselling lists. Dr. Karyn Gordon's unique approach will show you how to:Identify great leadershipMaster communicationEnhance proper goal-settingImprove decision-makingReduce stress & anxietyIncrease employee engagementLearn simple tools you can easily apply at work and home that get results for everyone from CEO's to students. Understand yourself more clearly, engage more deeply with others, and equip yourself to be a confident, great leader!***The Burleson Box is brought to you by In Hand Dental:Are you trying to increase your treatment plan close rates while also increasing revenue? How can you do both for your dental practice without burning out an already burdened staff?The answer? Remote dental monitoring. You need a trusted HIPAA-compliant app that helps you and your staff work smarter, not harder. This needs to be an easy to use, easy onboard app that your patients will find fun to use, and will increase their engagement and success with aligners.You need the In-Hand Dental App. The In-Hand Dental App allows you to engage with your patients in real time, send individual and batched messages, and solve problems to increase compliance without using up chair time.The result? Happy patients, happy staff, and happy practices. With more revenue, and the ability to do more starts. With prices starting as low as $149 per month, it's perfect for a growing aligner business. Check us out and learn more at InHandDental.com***Resources Mentioned in the Episode with Karyn Gordon:The Three ChairsDK LeadershipLeadership EQ Scorecard10 Steps to Grow Your BusinessTED Talk Discussion Questions***Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, exclusive study guides, special edition books each quarter, powerpoint and keynote presentations and two tickets to Dustin Burleson's Annual Leadership Retreat.http://www.theburlesonbox.com/sign-up Stay Up to Date: Sign up for The Burleson Report, our weekly newsletter that is delivered each Sunday with timeless insight for life and private practice. Sign up here:http://www.theburlesonreport.com Follow Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBA at:http://www.burlesonseminars.com
Surrender The Outcome is a leadership fable that follows the progress of a longtime basketball coach, Mick, through his traditional, transactional approach to coaching to a new refreshing, impactful, and transformational approach to life. Along the way he receives great wisdom from those closest to him.Mick is your typical coach to start: focused on winning the next game while appearing to maintain complete control of his team. In his chase for wins, he wins some and loses some like all coaches. Regardless of the record, Mick always finishes the season frustrated and disappointed that his team couldn't squeeze out a few more wins.Through many failures and much self-reflection, Mick moves beyond the race for wins and discovers a better way to gauge success-on the court and in life. As he begins to focus on his values outside the coaching box, Mick realizes this new approach isn't only better for his team but also for his family and personal life.Mick's journey towards his own definition of success leads him to the realization of a powerful process that can transform the impact of all leaders regardless of their area of influence. By focusing on gaining self-awareness***The Burleson Box is brought to you by In Hand Dental:Are you trying to increase your treatment plan close rates while also increasing revenue? How can you do both for your dental practice without burning out an already burdened staff?The answer? Remote dental monitoring. You need a trusted HIPAA-compliant app that helps you and your staff work smarter, not harder. This needs to be an easy to use, easy onboard app that your patients will find fun to use, and will increase their engagement and success with aligners.You need the In-Hand Dental App. The In-Hand Dental App allows you to engage with your patients in real time, send individual and batched messages, and solve problems to increase compliance without using up chair time.The result? Happy patients, happy staff, and happy practices. With more revenue, and the ability to do more starts. With prices starting as low as $149 per month, it's perfect for a growing aligner business. Check us out and learn more at InHandDental.com***Resources Mentioned in the Episode with Coach Cupps:Surrender the OutcomeBlue Collar GritThe Score That Matters***Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, exclusive study guides, special edition books each quarter, powerpoint and keynote presentations and two tickets to Dustin Burleson's Annual Leadership Retreat.http://www.theburlesonbox.com/sign-up Stay Up to Date: Sign up for The Burleson Report, our weekly newsletter that is delivered each Sunday with timeless insight for life and private practice. Sign up here:http://www.theburlesonreport.com Follow Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBA at:http://www.burlesonseminars.com
Public speaking is difficult because you've never been taught the proper techniques.Fascinated by the possibility that speech training could foster the kind of psychological well-being more commonly sought through psychiatric treatment, and intrigued by the notion that words can serve as medicine, Bowe set out to discover the origins of speech training—and to learn for himself how to speak better in public.What would it mean for Americans to learn once again the simple art of talking to one another?Bowe shows that learning to speak in public means more than giving a decent speech without nervousness. Learning to connect with others bestows upon us an enhanced sense of freedom, power, and belonging.The result: an easy, humorous read that explains the subject considered by the Greeks and Romans to be the cornerstone of education: the art of connecting with others.***The Burleson Box is brought to you by Socius Marketing:The Socius team is your strategic partner to set both specific KPIs and patient growth objectives as well as identify the most effective mix of digital marketing services for your practice.Our experienced team will work with your internal team to build an effective strategy for reaching those goals, as well as provide ongoing feedback about the success of those strategies over time.And because we believe that trust and transparency are essential for any successful partnership, you'll always have real-time insights into the progress of your campaigns across all digital marketing channels. In fact, you retain ownership of all digital assets so you can access results any time you like.Detailed data and a crystal-clear understanding of which marketing efforts are really driving success in your business not only saves you time and money but also lets us do more of what works and less of what's not paying off.And with services such as optimized website design, SEO content, paid media, digital strategies, social media campaign, and review management, Socius has your digital marketing needs covered.***Resources Mentioned in the Episode with John Bowe:I Have Something to SayToastmasters International***Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, exclusive study guides, special edition books each quarter, powerpoint and keynote presentations and two tickets to Dustin Burleson's Annual Leadership Retreat.http://www.theburlesonbox.com/sign-up Stay Up to Date: Sign up for The Burleson Report, our weekly newsletter that is delivered each Sunday with timeless insight for life and private practice. Sign up here:http://www.theburlesonreport.com Follow Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBA at:http://www.burlesonseminars.com
What makes a story perfect?How do you tell the perfect story for any occasion?Stories are a memorable and engaging way to differentiate yourself and build connections. They are integral to forming trust, creating new thinking, and even influencing decision-making. But it isn't enough to tell a story. The way you tell a story makes a difference in the outcome for your audience. Most people aren't natural storytellers. They see others tell stories with ease and feel they weren't given that talent or don't have the perfect story to share.In The Perfect Story, Karen Eber—leadership consultant, professional storyteller, and TED speaker—evolves the conversation on storytelling. She explains how to leverage the science of storytelling to create an engaging story. Without relying on complicated models or one-size-fits-all prescriptions, The Perfect Story makes storytelling accessible with practical and impactful steps for anyone to tell the perfect story for any occasion.***The Burleson Box is brought to you by Socius Marketing:The Socius team is your strategic partner to set both specific KPIs and patient growth objectives as well as identify the most effective mix of digital marketing services for your practice.Our experienced team will work with your internal team to build an effective strategy for reaching those goals, as well as provide ongoing feedback about the success of those strategies over time.And because we believe that trust and transparency are essential for any successful partnership, you'll always have real-time insights into the progress of your campaigns across all digital marketing channels. In fact, you retain ownership of all digital assets so you can access results any time you like.Detailed data and a crystal-clear understanding of which marketing efforts are really driving success in your business not only saves you time and money but also lets us do more of what works and less of what's not paying off.And with services such as optimized website design, SEO content, paid media, digital strategies, social media campaign, and review management, Socius has your digital marketing needs covered.***Resources Mentioned in the Episode with Christina Wallace:The Perfect StoryKaren Eber***Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, exclusive study guides, special edition books each quarter, powerpoint and keynote presentations and two tickets to Dustin Burleson's Annual Leadership Retreat.http://www.theburlesonbox.com/sign-up Stay Up to Date: Sign up for The Burleson Report, our weekly newsletter that is delivered each Sunday with timeless insight for life and private practice. Sign up here:http://www.theburlesonreport.com Follow Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBA at:http://www.burlesonseminars.com
Pouring yourself into a single full-time job is the riskiest move you can make. Your parents' advice to focus on one career path? It doesn't work anymore, for reasons ranging from recessions to student loan debt, the gig economy, climate disasters, and a global pandemic (to name a few).We need a dramatically different relationship with work, one that allows us to define ourselves beyond our paid labor. The answer? A Portfolio Life. An anti-hustle, pro-rest approach to work-life balance, a Portfolio Life is built on three tenets.1. You are more than any one role or opportunity.2. Diversification will help you navigate change and mitigate uncertainty.3. When (not if) your needs change, you can and should rebalance.In The Portfolio Life, Harvard professor, serial entrepreneur, and self-described "human Venn diagram" Christina Wallace adapts tried-and-true practices from entrepreneurs, creatives, and successful freelancers to help you eschew the cult of ambition and experience the freedom of building the flexible, fulfilling, and sustainable life you want.Whether you're sick of being told your worth is inextricably tied to your work, or that setting boundaries and protecting your personal life means you aren't “all in,” this book will walk you step-by-step through the process of designing a strategy for the long haul. Because you deserve rest, relationships, and a rewarding career — not someday, but today. After all, you only live once.***The Burleson Box is brought to you by Socius Marketing:The Socius team is your strategic partner to set both specific KPIs and patient growth objectives as well as identify the most effective mix of digital marketing services for your practice.Our experienced team will work with your internal team to build an effective strategy for reaching those goals, as well as provide ongoing feedback about the success of those strategies over time.And because we believe that trust and transparency are essential for any successful partnership, you'll always have real-time insights into the progress of your campaigns across all digital marketing channels. In fact, you retain ownership of all digital assets so you can access results any time you like.Detailed data and a crystal-clear understanding of which marketing efforts are really driving success in your business not only saves you time and money but also lets us do more of what works and less of what's not paying off.And with services such as optimized website design, SEO content, paid media, digital strategies, social media campaign, and review management, Socius has your digital marketing needs covered.***Resources Mentioned in the Episode with Christina Wallace:Christina WallaceThe Portfolio LifeClayton Christensen on emergent versus deliberate strategyClayton Christensen on disruptive strategyThe Perfect Story by Karen Eber***Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, exclusive study guides, special edition books each quarter, powerpoint and keynote presentations and two tickets to Dustin Burleson's Annual Leadership Retreat.http://www.theburlesonbox.com/sign-up Stay Up to Date: Sign up for The Burleson Report, our weekly newsletter that is delivered each Sunday with timeless insight for life and private practice. Sign up here:http://www.theburlesonreport.com Follow Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBA at:http://www.burlesonseminars.com
From social disruptions like economic recessions, pandemics and new technologies, to individual disruptions like getting married, career transitions and becoming a parent, we undergo change in transformation, both good and bad, regularly. Change is not the exception, it's the rule. On today's program, we welcome Brad Stulberg, bestselling author of The Practice of Groundedness and his new book, Master of Change: How to Excel When Everything is Changing - Including You. While we endlessly fight change, often viewing it as a threat to our stability and sense of self, we can flip the script on its head. Brad's book offers a path for embracing and even growing from life's constant instability.Drawing on cutting edge science, ancient wisdom, and daily practice, Stulberg offers concrete principles for developing a mindset called rugged flexibility, as well as habits and practices to implement it. Along the way, listeners will learn how to be in conversation with change instead of it happening to you. The importance of expectations, why cultivating a rugged yet flexible sense of self is key to a strong identity, and how to take productive action during uncertainty. I'm so excited to welcome Brad to the show today inside another episode of the Burleson Box.***The Burleson Box is brought to you by In Hand Dental:Are you trying to increase your treatment plan close rates while also increasing revenue? How can you do both for your dental practice without burning out an already burdened staff?The answer? Remote dental monitoring. You need a trusted HIPAA-compliant app that helps you and your staff work smarter, not harder. This needs to be an easy to use, easy onboard app that your patients will find fun to use, and will increase their engagement and success with aligners.You need the In-Hand Dental App. The In-Hand Dental App allows you to engage with your patients in real time, send individual and batched messages, and solve problems to increase compliance without using up chair time.The result? Happy patients, happy staff, and happy practices. With more revenue, and the ability to do more starts. With prices starting as low as $149 per month, it's perfect for a growing aligner business. Check us out and learn more at InHandDental.com***Resources Mentioned in the Episode with Brad Stulberg:Master of ChangeThe Practice of GroundednessBrad StulbergPeter Sterling and AllostasisDavid Eagleman's lab at Baylor UniversityJaak PankseppTragic OptimismBruce Feiler***Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, exclusive study guides, special edition books each quarter, powerpoint and keynote presentations and two tickets to Dustin Burleson's Annual Leadership Retreat.http://www.theburlesonbox.com/sign-up Stay Up to Date: Sign up for The Burleson Report, our weekly newsletter that is delivered each Sunday with timeless insight for life and private practice. Sign up here:http://www.theburlesonreport.com Follow Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBA at:http://www.burlesonseminars.com
To most of us, learning something "the hard way" implies wasted time and effort. Good teaching, we believe, should be creatively tailored to the different learning styles of students and should use strategies that make learning easier. Make It Stick turns fashionable ideas like these on their head. Drawing on recent discoveries in cognitive psychology and other disciplines, the authors offer concrete techniques for becoming more productive learners.Memory plays a central role in our ability to carry out complex cognitive tasks, such as applying knowledge to problems never before encountered and drawing inferences from facts already known. New insights into how memory is encoded, consolidated, and later retrieved have led to a better understanding of how we learn. Grappling with the impediments that make learning challenging leads both to more complex mastery and better retention of what was learned.Many common study habits and practice routines turn out to be counterproductive. Underlining and highlighting, rereading, cramming, and single-minded repetition of new skills create the illusion of mastery, but gains fade quickly. More complex and durable learning come from self-testing, introducing certain difficulties in practice, waiting to re-study new material until a little forgetting has set in, and interleaving the practice of one skill or topic with another. Speaking most urgently to students, teachers, trainers, and athletes, Make It Stick will appeal to all those interested in the challenge of lifelong learning and self-improvement.On this episode of The Burleson Box, we hear from Professor Henry L. "Roddy" Roediger III, author of Make it Stick about the importance for students and teachers to know whose advice to take on how best to go about learning, what should we really be asking if we want to solve complex problems, the concept of massed practice and why our faith in it is misplaced, how learning and experience come together, how to avoid illusions of knowing, and how we can be more mindful about how mastery really works.***The Burleson Box is brought to you by In Hand Dental:Are you trying to increase your treatment plan close rates while also increasing revenue? How can you do both for your dental practice without burning out an already burdened staff?The answer? Remote dental monitoring. You need a trusted HIPAA-compliant app that helps you and your staff work smarter, not harder. This needs to be an easy to use, easy onboard app that your patients will find fun to use, and will increase their engagement and success with aligners.You need the In-Hand Dental App. The In-Hand Dental App allows you to engage with your patients in real time, send individual and batched messages, and solve problems to increase compliance without using up chair time.The result? Happy patients, happy staff, and happy practices. With more revenue, and the ability to do more starts. With prices starting as low as $149 per month, it's perfect for a growing aligner business. Check us out and learn more at InHandDental.com***Resources Mentioned in the Episode with Henry Roediger:Make It Stick by Professor RoedigerThe Memory Lab***Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, exclusive study guides, special edition books each quarter, powerpoint and keynote presentations and two tickets to Dustin Burleson's Annual Leadership Retreat.http://www.theburlesonbox.com/sign-up Stay Up to Date: Sign up for The Burleson Report, our weekly newsletter that is delivered each Sunday with timeless insight for life and private practice. Sign up here:http://www.theburlesonreport.com Follow Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBA at:http://www.burlesonseminars.com
Everyone loves breakfast, but if you stop to consider the cereal aisle hasn't changed in 60 years. Today on the program, we welcome Emily Miller, CEO and Founder of OffLimits. Emily's the author of Phaidon's Breakfast: The Cookbook.She's an internationally-renowned authority on breakfast. Through her Breakfast Club series, she's hosted dozens of exclusive events around the world with Michelin starred chefs. And now she's the CEO and Founder of OffLimits, a defiant cereal brand here to break the rules and prove that cereal can be both fun and healthy with offensively delicious flavors, moody mascots, exclusive toys, and thoughtful ingredients that moms would approve of.As Emily likes to say, "In a world full of rules, let's do what's off limits."***The Burleson Box is brought to you by Mastry:The Mastry App leverages HypnoBreathwork®, a cutting edge method using breathwork to clear energetic patterns, hypnosis to reprogram subconscious beliefs, and visioning to fire new neural pathways for sustainable behavior change. This unique formula accelerates trance-induced states to heal unprocessed emotions from the root and take intuitive action to get into alignment.Mastry is an experience to create connection and live your purpose. Download the app, try a free 7 day tray and join the mailing list at Mastryapp.com***Resources Mentioned in the Episode with Emily Miller:Emily Miller, CEO OffLimitsBreakfast: The CookbookEnrique Olvera in Mexico CityMike Solomonov at ZahavFabian and Jeremiah, chefs at Contra in New York City***Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, exclusive study guides, special edition books each quarter, powerpoint and keynote presentations and two tickets to Dustin Burleson's Annual Leadership Retreat.http://www.theburlesonbox.com/sign-up Stay Up to Date: Sign up for The Burleson Report, our weekly newsletter that is delivered each Sunday with timeless insight for life and private practice. Sign up here:http://www.theburlesonreport.com Follow Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBA at:http://www.burlesonseminars.com
In March of 2020, Sally Susman, the chief corporate affairs officer at Pfizer, found herself at the helm of one of the most urgent high stakes public dialogues of our times. She and her team successfully found ways to break through and persuade millions to change their assumptions about big pharma and build confidence in the life-saving technology they developed. ***The Burleson Box is brought to you by Mastry:The Mastry App leverages HypnoBreathwork®, a cutting edge method using breathwork to clear energetic patterns, hypnosis to reprogram subconscious beliefs, and visioning to fire new neural pathways for sustainable behavior change. This unique formula accelerates trance-induced states to heal unprocessed emotions from the root and take intuitive action to get into alignment.Mastry is an experience to create connection and live your purpose. Download the app, try a free 7 day tray and join the mailing list at Mastryapp.com***Resources Mentioned in the Episode with Sally Susman:Sally SusmanAlbert BourlaLeonard Lauder***Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, exclusive study guides, special edition books each quarter, powerpoint and keynote presentations and two tickets to Dustin Burleson's Annual Leadership Retreat.http://www.theburlesonbox.com/sign-up Stay Up to Date: Sign up for The Burleson Report, our weekly newsletter that is delivered each Sunday with timeless insight for life and private practice. Sign up here:http://www.theburlesonreport.com Follow Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBA at:http://www.burlesonseminars.com
Life is full of paradoxes. How can we each express our individuality while also being a team player? How do we balance work and life? How can we improve diversity while promoting opportunities for all? How can we manage the core business while innovating for the future?For many of us, these competing and interwoven demands are a source of conflict. Since our brains love to make either-or choices, we choose one option over the other. We deal with the uncertainty by asserting certainty.There's a better way.In Both/And Thinking, Wendy Smith and Marianne Lewis help readers cope with multiple, knotted tensions at the same time. Drawing from more than twenty years of pioneering research, they provide tools and lessons for transforming these tensions into opportunities for innovation and personal growth.Filled with practical advice and fascinating stories—including firsthand tales from IBM, LEGO, and Unilever, as well as from startups, nonprofits, and even an inn at one of the four corners of the world—Both/And Thinking will change the way you approach your most vexing problems. ***The Burleson Box is brought to you by Mastry:The Mastry App leverages HypnoBreathwork®, a cutting edge method using breathwork to clear energetic patterns, hypnosis to reprogram subconscious beliefs, and visioning to fire new neural pathways for sustainable behavior change. This unique formula accelerates trance-induced states to heal unprocessed emotions from the root and take intuitive action to get into alignment.Mastry is an experience to create connection and live your purpose. Download the app, try a free 7 day tray and join the mailing list at Mastryapp.com***Resources Mentioned in the Episode with Wendy Smith:Both And Thinking: Embracing Creative Tensions to Solve Your Toughest ProblemsBoth And Thinking Book WebsiteParadox Mindset InventorySmith, W. Dynamic decision making: a model of senior leaders managing strategic paradoxes. Academy of Management Journal 2014, Vol. 57, No.6, 1592-1623.Net Positive: How Courageous Companies Thrive by Giving More Than They Take by Paul Polman and Andrew Winston ***Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, exclusive study guides, special edition books each quarter, powerpoint and keynote presentations and two tickets to Dustin Burleson's Annual Leadership Retreat.http://www.theburlesonbox.com/sign-up Stay Up to Date: Sign up for The Burleson Report, our weekly newsletter that is delivered each Sunday with timeless insight for life and private practice. Sign up here:http://www.theburlesonreport.com Follow Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBA at:http://www.burlesonseminars.com
In this episode, Dustin talks with Amy Gallo about her book, Getting Along: How to Work with Anyone (Even Difficult People).Amy shares the 9 principles for getting along with anyone, why we must focus on what we can control and avoid wasting time trying to convince our colleagues to change; people change if they want to. Focus instead on what you can do differently.We discuss why work relationships are so hard and whether or not they are really worth the trouble. Amy gives excellent advice on how to monitor our stress and how our minds often work against us in moments of conflict with a colleague. Listeners will discover how to use the brain science in their favor.We don't have to grin and bear bad behavior at work. This book shares the best ways to change our approach, improve our interactions, and even turn enemies into allies. Dig into this episode of The Burleson Box Podcast and learn how to build interpersonal resilience so that you can bounce back quicker from negative interactions and have less stress going forward. ***The Mastry App leverages HypnoBreathwork®, a cutting edge method using breathwork to clear energetic patterns, hypnosis to reprogram subconscious beliefs, and visioning to fire new neural pathways for sustainable behavior change. This unique formula accelerates trance-induced states to heal unprocessed emotions from the root and take intuitive action to get into alignment.Mastry is an experience to create connection and live your purpose. Download the app, try a free 7 day tray and join the mailing list at Mastryapp.com***Resources Mentioned in the Episode with Amy Gallo:Amy Gallo's WebsiteWhy We Need Best Friends at Work by Annamarie MannWork Friends Make Us More Productive (Except When They Stress Us Out) by David BurkusYou Need Two Leadership Gears by Lindy GreerGossip has long been misunderstood – here's how it can help your work and social life by Kathryn WaddingtonSelf Compassion - Dr. Kristin Neff***Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, exclusive study guides, special edition books each quarter, powerpoint and keynote presentations and two tickets to Dustin Burleson's Annual Leadership Retreat.http://www.theburlesonbox.com/sign-up Stay Up to Date: Sign up for The Burleson Report, our weekly newsletter that is delivered each Sunday with timeless insight for life and private practice. Sign up here:http://www.theburlesonreport.com Follow Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBA at:http://www.burlesonseminars.com
In this episode, Dustin talks with Ozan Varol about his latest book, Awaken Your Genius: Escape Conformity, Ignite Creativity and Become Extraordinary.Ozan shares how to discard what no longer serves you and discover your first principles—the qualities that make up your genius. You'll be equipped to escape your intellectual prisons and generate original insights from your own depths. You'll discover how to look where others don't look and see what others don't see. You'll give birth to your genius—the universe-denter you were meant to be.Additionally, we discuss why thinking for yourself doesn't mean thinking by yourself, why persistence can often backfire, your most scarce resource (hint: it's not your time or money), and how to discover your edge—the qualities that make you or your business extraordinary.Ozan has an exceptional track record at helping people create work that matters, especially in the face of enormous uncertainty and potential failure.Whether you are a business leader looking to unlock the full creative potential of your employees or an individual who is ready to stop following the crowd and clear your own path, Awaken Your Genius will give you the tools. Genius isn't for a special few. It can be cultivated. ***The Mastry App leverages HypnoBreathwork®, a cutting edge method using breathwork to clear energetic patterns, hypnosis to reprogram subconscious beliefs, and visioning to fire new neural pathways for sustainable behavior change. This unique formula accelerates trance-induced states to heal unprocessed emotions from the root and take intuitive action to get into alignment.Mastry is an experience to create connection and live your purpose. Download the app, try a free 7 day tray and join the mailing list at Mastryapp.com***Resources Mentioned in the Episode with Ozan Varol:Ozan VarolGenius Book BonusesGordon MackenzieJames BaldwinRumiAntoni Gaudí***Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, exclusive study guides, special edition books each quarter, powerpoint and keynote presentations and two tickets to Dustin Burleson's Annual Leadership Retreat.http://www.theburlesonbox.com/sign-up Stay Up to Date: Sign up for The Burleson Report, our weekly newsletter that is delivered each Sunday with timeless insight for life and private practice. Sign up here:http://www.theburlesonreport.com Follow Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBA at:http://www.burlesonseminars.com
Inside the world of peak performance, the transition to eating healthy food has become more than a movement; it's a revolution.On this episode of The Burleson Box podcast, Dustin Burleson talks with Chef Allen Campbell about his book, The Game of Eating Smart: Nourishing Recipes for Peak Performance Inspired by MLB™ Superstars.Chef Allen explains why eating smart isn't about calorie-counting and fad diets. It simply means consuming more nourishing food—including leafy greens, lean protein, and fresh fruit—that eventually decreases the desire to make unhealthy choices. The Game of Eating Smart includes insights from today's top players on their approach to healthy living and performance nutrition, plus more than 80 easy-to-prepare and nutrient-dense recipes inspired by their food philosophies and favorite meals.On the program, we talk about Chef Allen's background, how he became a chef who focuses on nutrient-dense foods, his approach to writing the book, common misconceptions people have about their diet and cooking habits, the importance of sourcing high-quality ingredients and the benefits of cooking at home. With Chef Allen, you can learn how to incorporate more nutrient-dense foods into your diet, especially if you don't know where to start.This episode offers advice for anyone looking to improve their performance through diet. Dustin and Chef Allen explore how the conversation around food and health will continue to change in the coming years. ***This episode is brought to you by Stax Payments, offering a FREE savings analysis for our listeners, where they will actually take your merchant statement with your current processor and show you where you are overpaying. Stax has saved orthodontics practices over 40% per month on payment processing costs. So don't wait, get your free savings analysis today and see how much you're overpaying for your credit card processing. Visit StaxPayments.com/Burleson-Seminars***Resources Mentioned in the Episode with Chef Allen Campbell:Allen CampbellThe Game of Eating SmartPatagonia ProvisionsBenefits of Atlantic mackerelKernza and regenerative farmingEssential Dental Services***Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, exclusive study guides, special edition books each quarter, powerpoint and keynote presentations and two tickets to Dustin Burleson's Annual Leadership Retreat.http://www.theburlesonbox.com/sign-up Stay Up to Date: Sign up for The Burleson Report, our weekly newsletter that is delivered each Sunday with timeless insight for life and private practice. Sign up here:http://www.theburlesonreport.com Follow Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBA at:http://www.burlesonseminars.com
Despite our deep desire to feel a sense of belonging, many of us feel isolated. The rise of technology and modern workplace practices have led people to be even more disconnected, even as we remain constantly contactable.In this episode, Dustin talks with Christine Porath about her latest book, Mastering Community: The Surprising Ways Coming Together Moves Us from Surviving to Thriving.Christine's research shows, “as our human interactions have decreased, so too have our happiness levels. This is sparking a crisis in mental health that will have repercussions for years, leaving people lonelier and organizations less productive and profitable, too.” Leaders, organizations, and managers of all stripes may recognize how to implement the cure: community and civility.Christine and I talk about the six characteristics of companies and leaders that best build community, how to unleash your people and embrace radical candor. We share a few great book recommendations, some wonderful case studies, examples and stories from Cisco, Marriott, The Motley Fool and even the world of improv comedy at Second City. ***This episode is brought to you by Stax Payments, offering a FREE savings analysis for our listeners, where they will actually take your merchant statement with your current processor and show you where you are overpaying. Stax has saved orthodontics practices over 40% per month on payment processing costs. So don't wait, get your free savings analysis today and see how much you're overpaying for your credit card processing. Visit StaxPayments.com/Burleson-Seminars***Resources Mentioned in the Episode with Christine Porath:Christine PorathMastering CommunityMastering CivilityThe Speed of Trust by Stephen CoveyTrust and Inspire by Stephen Covey***Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, exclusive study guides, special edition books each quarter, powerpoint and keynote presentations and two tickets to Dustin Burleson's Annual Leadership Retreat.http://www.theburlesonbox.com/sign-up Stay Up to Date: Sign up for The Burleson Report, our weekly newsletter that is delivered each Sunday with timeless insight for life and private practice. Sign up here:http://www.theburlesonreport.com Follow Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBA at:http://www.burlesonseminars.com
In this episode, Dustin talks with Gabriele Oettingen about her book, Rethinking Positive Thinking: Inside the New Science of Motivation.You'll discover why many people say "think positive, be optimistic, and focus on what you want to achieve" but how the research shows something interesting about all of this. Dr. Oettingen explains the upside of dreaming and how this ties into our need to have meaning or purpose in life. We discuss the power of mental contrasting and the wise pursuit of our dreams.From the non-conscious link between wishes and obstacles and the practical application of mental contrasting, Dr. Oettingen's book is a wonderful toolkit for those who wish to understand the new science of motivation and the pursuit of our goals.***This episode is brought to you by Retainer Club, where orthodontists can focus on treatment, not retainers. Imagine orthodontic practice without the hassle of retainers and the benefits of focusing on real, productive treatment. At Retainer Club, we produce all of your end of treatment retainers for FREE while bringing in new patients seeking treatment. Visit RetainerClub.com***Resources Mentioned in the Episode with Chris Bailey:Gabrielle OettingenRethinking Positive ThinkingWOOPResearch Publications***Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, exclusive study guides, special edition books each quarter, powerpoint and keynote presentations and two tickets to Dustin Burleson's Annual Leadership Retreat.http://www.theburlesonbox.com/sign-up Stay Up to Date: Sign up for The Burleson Report, our weekly newsletter that is delivered each Sunday with timeless insight for life and private practice. Sign up here:http://www.theburlesonreport.com Follow Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBA at:http://www.burlesonseminars.com
In this episode, Dustin talks with Chris Bailey about his latest book, How to Calm Your Mind: Finding Presence and Productivity in Anxious Times.You'll discover How the analog and digital worlds affect calm and anxiety in vastly different ways. How our desire for the neurochemical dopamine eventually leads us to feel anxious and savor everyday experiences less. How the pursuit of productivity and accomplishment is more addictive than we think. How there are countless sources of hidden stress buried within our days. How conducting a “stimulation fast” can rebalance our mind to feel less anxious and calmer. And how “busyness” is as much a state of mind as it is an actual state of lifeFrom battling work-life balance issues to developing a more expansive reservoir of energy, How to Calm Your Mind is full of tangible takeaways to overcome anxiety and live a fuller, more balanced life. Being calmer ultimately leads us to become more engaged, focused, and deliberate—while making us more productive and satisfied with our days and lives. Counterintuitive though it might sound, in an anxious world, investing in calm is not only a helpful strategy for self-care, it's also one of the best productivity strategies around. ***This episode is brought to you by Retainer Club, where orthodontists can focus on treatment, not retainers. Imagine orthodontic practice without the hassle of retainers and the benefits of focusing on real, productive treatment. At Retainer Club, we produce all of your end of treatment retainers for FREE while bringing in new patients seeking treatment. Visit RetainerClub.com***Resources Mentioned in the Episode with Chris Bailey:Chris BaileyHow to Calm Your MindElinor OstromChristina MaslachThe Molecule of MoreShalom Schwartz ***Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, exclusive study guides, special edition books each quarter, powerpoint and keynote presentations and two tickets to Dustin Burleson's Annual Leadership Retreat.http://www.theburlesonbox.com/sign-up Stay Up to Date: Sign up for The Burleson Report, our weekly newsletter that is delivered each Sunday with timeless insight for life and private practice. Sign up here:http://www.theburlesonreport.com Follow Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBA at:http://www.burlesonseminars.com
In this episode, Dustin talks with Dr. Linda Ginzel about her latest book, Choosing Leadership: Revised and Expanded: How to Create a Better Future by Building Your Courage, Capacity, and Wisdom.You'll discover why leadership is a choice and how to put the responsibility for personal growth and professional development in your own hands. Professor Ginzel explains the difference between choosing to manage and when to lead.Choosing Leadership is filled with opportunities to answer tough questions of yourself, process your own lessons, reflect on your unique experiences, and create your best future self. It's more than a book. It's a lifelong companion on the road to being wiser, younger.***This episode is brought to you by Stax Payments, offering a FREE savings analysis for our listeners, where they will actually take your merchant statement with your current processor and show you where you are overpaying. Stax has saved orthodontics practices over 40% per month on payment processing costs. So don't wait, get your free savings analysis today and see how much you're overpaying for your credit card processing. Visit StaxPayments.com/Burleson-Seminars***Resources Mentioned in the Episode with Linda Ginzel, PhD:Choosing Leadership BookDownload the Picture Book in over 30 languagesProfessor Ginzel's Collection of Sticky Note WisdomChoosing Leadership Facilitator GuideChoosing Leadership Participant GuidelinesJeffrey Pfeffer, StanfordPablo NerudaThe University of Chicago Booth School of BusinessSam YoThe Seminary Co-op BookstorePractical Wisdom by Barry Schwartz and Kenneth SharpeDeveloping Future Rural Surgeon Leaders by Dr. Joon Shim*** Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, exclusive study guides, special edition books each quarter, powerpoint and keynote presentations and two tickets to Dustin Burleson's Annual Leadership Retreat.http://www.theburlesonbox.com/sign-up Stay Up to Date: Sign up for The Burleson Report, our weekly newsletter that is delivered each Sunday with timeless insight for life and private practice. Sign up here:http://www.theburlesonreport.com Follow Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBA at:http://www.theburlesonfiles.com
In this episode, Dustin talks with Doris Clark about her book, The Long Game: How to Be a Long-Term Thinker in a Short-Term World.You'll discover how long-term thinking is what will help—in those darkest moments of doubt—to keep prioritizing what matters most, doing small things over time to achieve our goals, and being willing to keep at them, even when they seem pointless, boring, or hard. Dorie shares lessons from her own life and relates anecdotes from others, to help listeners understand from personal experience what works and what doesn't.The Long Game provides new insight to help you free up your time, focus on what's important and achieve your long-term goals.***This episode is brought to you by Stax Payments, offering a FREE savings analysis for our listeners, where they will actually take your merchant statement with your current processor and show you where you are overpaying. Stax has saved orthodontics practices over 40% per month on payment processing costs. So don't wait, get your free savings analysis today and see how much you're overpaying for your credit card processing. Visit StaxPayments.com/Burleson-Seminars***Resources Mentioned in the Episode with Dorie Clark:Dorie ClarkThe Long Game: How to Be a Long-Term Thinker in a Short-Term WorldThe Long Game Strategic Thinking Self-AssessmentDorie Clark's TED Talk: The real reason you feel so busy (and what to do about it)The Gift of Fear by Gavin de BeckerSilvia Bellezza, Gantcher Associate Professor of Business, Columbia Business SchoolS. Bellezza research on busyness as a status symbolMartin Lindstrom***Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, exclusive study guides, special edition books each quarter, powerpoint and keynote presentations and two tickets to Dustin Burleson's Annual Leadership Retreat.http://www.theburlesonbox.com/sign-up Stay Up to Date: Sign up for The Burleson Report, our weekly newsletter that is delivered each Sunday with timeless insight for life and private practice. Sign up here:http://www.theburlesonreport.com Follow Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBA at:http://www.theburlesonfiles.com
In this episode, Dustin talks with Gabriella Braun about her book, All That We Are: The Hidden Truths Behind Our Behavior at Work.We examine how work does far more than occupy our time and provide our livelihood. It provides an outlet for our intelligence and skills. It's part of our identity, a source of belonging and exclusion, of pleasure and pain.Listeners will discover why the dynamics of different relationships in the workplace, giving rise to issues of power, status, equality, camaraderie and competition, touch every one of us and every part of us. Much as we may want to, we cannot leave aspects of ourselves outside the building or virtual space when we go to work.Gabriella explains what it means to work while being human and how we can learn more about the hidden motivations that drive our behavior at work. The book will move you and awaken a new respect for your colleagues and employees. It may force a rethink of many of the attitudes you hold about others, especially those who annoy or intimidate you at work. It can help you build a workplace that is more creative, inclusive and humane, where people and their work flourish. ***This episode is brought to you by Freedom Founders, where orthodontists and dentists can create cash flow and secure wealth through passive real estate. Gain access to carefully vetted relationships and curated investments that create cash flow and secure wealth. Create enough sustainable, recurring cash flow to replace your active "earned" income within 2-3 years (or less). Better yet, invest in real estate passively, without becoming a landlord or trying to source "deals" in your own backyard. Visit FreedomFounders.com***Resources Mentioned in the Episode with Gabriella Braun:All That We Are bookGabriella Braun websiteGordon Lawrence – The Development of Group RelationsGordon Lawrence – Building People, Building ProgramsJohn Bowlby's Attachment TheoryGarry Brewer – Perfect Places: NASA as an Idealized Institution***Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, exclusive study guides, special edition books each quarter, powerpoint and keynote presentations and two tickets to Dustin Burleson's Annual Leadership Retreat.http://www.theburlesonbox.com/sign-up Stay Up to Date: Sign up for The Burleson Report, our weekly newsletter that is delivered each Sunday with timeless insight for life and private practice. Sign up here:http://www.theburlesonreport.com Follow Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBA at:http://www.theburlesonfiles.com
In this episode, Dustin talks with Benjamin Spall about his book, My Morning Routine: How Successful People Start Every Day Inspired.You'll discover the early morning habits that boost productivity and relax you. Benjamin and I discuss interviews with leaders like Arianna Huffington, General Stanley McChrystal, Marie Kondo and more. See why the first few choices you make each morning determine whether you'll be productive and mindful all day, or whether the world will clobber you over the head.Benjamin Spall shares why having a routine is great, but only if it serves your goals. If your morning routine is not helping you achieve your goals, it's called a rut. Not only will you learn how to find better routines that have worked for other successful people, but you'll be able to find out through this insight what will work best for you and how to implement it into your life. ***This episode is brought to you by Retainer Club, where orthodontists can focus on treatment, not retainers. Imagine orthodontic practice without the hassle of retainers and the benefits of focusing on real, productive treatment. At Retainer Club, we produce all of your end of treatment retainers for FREE while bringing in new patients seeking treatment. Visit RetainerClub.com***Resources Mentioned in the Episode with Benjamin Spall:My Morning Routine bookMy Morning Routine websiteWhy We Sleep by Matthew WalkerThe Power of Habit by Charles DuhiggRyan Holiday***Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, exclusive study guides, special edition books each quarter, powerpoint and keynote presentations and two tickets to Dustin Burleson's Annual Leadership Retreat.http://www.theburlesonbox.com/sign-up Stay Up to Date: Sign up for The Burleson Report, our weekly newsletter that is delivered each Sunday with timeless insight for life and private practice. Sign up here:http://www.theburlesonreport.com Follow Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBA at:http://www.theburlesonfiles.com
In this episode, Dustin talks with James White about his book, Anti-Racist Leadership: How to Transform Corporate Culture in a Race-Conscious World.You'll discover how building anti-racist leadership is more than just “the right thing to do” – it contributes positively to successful operations and a strong bottom line. James and I discuss why "cultural fit" is often misunderstood and misused to allow perpetuation of an elite, privileged in-group and leave out minorities who may be equally qualified. James shares why DEI is not a zero-sum game and why the very nature of how we run our companies, and of capitalism itself, is changing, offering listeners a rare look into how to meet this demand for change successfully.James White asks all of the hard questions – and at the same time, delivers answers. Listeners will appreciate practical solutions to achieving their diversity and inclusion goals in one of the best leadership books I've ever read. ***This episode is brought to you by SmileStream Solutions. At Smile Stream, we charge you what others should, not what we can, so you can enjoy high quality and low cost. We think they were meant for each other. Visit SmileStreamSolutions.com***Resources Mentioned in the Episode with James White:Dieter Holger, "The Business Case for More Diversity," The Wall Street Journal, October 26, 2019.Rocío Lorenzo et al., "How Diverse Leadership Teams Boost Innovation," Boston Consulting Group, January 23, 2018.Caste: The Origins of our Discontents by Isabelle WilkersonBernard Tyson and Kaiser PermanenteBracken Darrell, CEO of LogitechTarget stores investment in Black-owned businessesLeslie Stretch, CEO of Medallia***Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, exclusive study guides, special edition books each quarter, powerpoint and keynote presentations and two tickets to Dustin Burleson's Annual Leadership Retreat.http://www.theburlesonbox.com/sign-up Stay Up to Date: Sign up for The Burleson Report, our weekly newsletter that is delivered each Sunday with timeless insight for life and private practice. Sign up here:http://www.theburlesonreport.com Follow Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBA at:http://www.theburlesonfiles.com
In this episode, Dustin talks with Ayelet Fishbach about her book, Get it Done: Surprising Lessons from the Science of Motivation. You'll discover how to stay motivated, the power of changing our circumstances and the four ingredients for successful behavior change.Dr. Fishbach cautions we should only set goals after carefully considering whether they're right for us. We talk about targets, why we should use them, why they work and how we can set up effective targets for ourselves and our employees. Ayelet dispels some of the myths about incentives, the difficulties of rewarding certain types of creative work and how to know when we should remove certain incentives or if incentives might actually become harmful to our motivation.Listeners will hear evidence-based strategies regarding intrinsic motivation and how to make the path to our goals more enjoyable and exciting. Finally, we discuss how ambition impacts the way we monitor our progress towards a powerful goal and how committed we remain to achieving it.***This episode is brought to you by Freedom Founders, where orthodontists and dentists can create cash flow and secure wealth through passive real estate. Gain access to carefully vetted relationships and curated investments that create cash flow and secure wealth. Create enough sustainable, recurring cash flow to replace your active "earned" income within 2-3 years (or less). Better yet, invest in real estate passively, without becoming a landlord or trying to source "deals" in your own backyard. Visit FreedomFounders.com***Resources Mentioned in the Episode with Ayelet Fishbach:Get It Done bookAyelet FishbachHow the Science of Motivation Helps with New Year's ResolutionsNot Learning from Failure – The Greatest Failure of AllGreat Hanoi Rat Massacre of 1902***Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, exclusive study guides, special edition books each quarter, powerpoint and keynote presentations and two tickets to Dustin Burleson's Annual Leadership Retreat.http://www.theburlesonbox.com/sign-up Stay Up to Date: Sign up for The Burleson Report, our weekly newsletter that is delivered each Sunday with timeless insight for life and private practice. Sign up here:http://www.theburlesonreport.com Follow Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBA at:http://www.theburlesonfiles.com
In this episode, Dustin talks with Brad Federman about his book, Cultivating Culture: 101 Ways to Foster Engagement in 15 Minutes or Less.You'll discover why culture and values are so important and what happens inside organizations that get this right versus those who get this wrong.Brad shares activities listeners can implement with their teams in order to encourage participation and engagement while strengthening your organization's culture. We talk about how familiarity doesn't always mean competency and why many of the best initiatives or company improvements start with being observant. Brad walks listeners through his best advice for communicating with purpose in order to create a healthy and productive work environment.***This episode is brought to you by Retainer Club, where orthodontists can focus on treatment, not retainers. Imagine orthodontic practice without the hassle of retainers and the benefits of focusing on real, productive treatment. At Retainer Club, we produce all of your end of treatment retainers for FREE while bringing in new patients seeking treatment. Visit RetainerClub.com***Resources Mentioned in the Episode with Brad Federman:University of Columbia Study on Corporate CultureCultivating CulturePerformance Point***Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, exclusive study guides, special edition books each quarter, powerpoint and keynote presentations and two tickets to Dustin Burleson's Annual Leadership Retreat.http://www.theburlesonbox.com/sign-up Stay Up to Date: Sign up for The Burleson Report, our weekly newsletter that is delivered each Sunday with timeless insight for life and private practice. Sign up here:http://www.theburlesonreport.com Follow Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBA at:http://www.theburlesonfiles.com
In this episode, Dustin talks with Roger Martin about his book, A New Way to Think: Your Guide to Superior Management Effectiveness.You'll discover how many of the dominant models of management fail leaders time and again. Roger and I discuss why it is so hard to toss out the old ways of thinking. Roger shares why the dominant model of thinking about competition is flawed and a new, better way to think about this.Roger says, “The dominant model where leaders must make data-based decisions is flat-out wrong.” He provides a much more sustainable way to think about the future and our roles as leaders. We talk about culture, retaining top talent and why most mergers and acquisitions fail. Roger provides an inspiring way to think as a business leader and I'm so excited to share this episode of The Burleson Box Podcast with you. Let's dig in!***This episode is brought to you by Retainer Club, where orthodontists can focus on treatment, not retainers. Imagine orthodontic practice without the hassle of retainers and the benefits of focusing on real, productive treatment. At Retainer Club, we produce all of your end of treatment retainers for FREE while bringing in new patients seeking treatment. Visit RetainerClub.com***Resources Mentioned in the Episode:AG LafleyPlaying to WinAristotleOrthoFi***Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, exclusive study guides, special edition books each quarter, powerpoint and keynote presentations and two tickets to Dustin Burleson's Annual Leadership Retreat.http://www.theburlesonbox.com/sign-up Stay Up to Date: Sign up for The Burleson Report, our weekly newsletter that is delivered each Sunday with timeless insight for life and private practice. Sign up here:http://www.theburlesonreport.com Follow Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBA at:http://www.theburlesonfiles.com
In this episode, Dustin talks with Jon Gordon about his book, The Energy Bus: 10 Rules to Fuel Your Life, Work, and Team with Positive Energy.You'll discover how to reclaim the driver's seat of your life and inspire others to support your journey. Jon Gordon explains why we must support our employees by listening to them, showing empathy, and commending their work. He shares the E + P = O formula with readers, which means energy plus perception equals outcome. This is similar to the Stoic principle of amor fati, which means to love your fate, no matter what it brings.Jon reminds readers you can't control everything that happens, but you can control what you believe about what happens. If you focus on gratitude, solving problems, and learning new things, you'll always come out on top. Finally, you'll discover why humans sense enthusiasm from a distance and how to get people on your bus and motivate them as you travel through life.***This episode is brought to you by SmileStream Solutions. At Smile Stream, we charge you what others should, not what we can, so you can enjoy high quality and low cost. We think they were meant for each other. Visit SmileStreamSolutions.com***Resources Mentioned in the Episode with Jon Gordon:Andy StanleyPat Riley – The Winner WithinJack Canfield - The Success PrinciplesJon Gordon***Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, exclusive study guides, special edition books each quarter, powerpoint and keynote presentations and two tickets to Dustin Burleson's Annual Leadership Retreat.http://www.theburlesonbox.com/sign-up Stay Up to Date: Sign up for The Burleson Report, our weekly newsletter that is delivered each Sunday with timeless insight for life and private practice. Sign up here:http://www.theburlesonreport.com Follow Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBA at:http://www.theburlesonfiles.com
In this episode, Dustin talks with Ethan Kross about his book, Chatter: The Voice in Our Head, Why It Matters, and How to Harness It.You'll discover how introspection can be both good and bad, why living in the present runs counter to our biology, and how our inner voice can lead to chatter precisely when we need it most.Dr. Kross explains how working memory is connected to the inner voice and how powerful and influential our inner voice can be. He invites listeners to consider how our inner voice influences attention and sets us up for analysis paralysis. You'll discover how our inner voice influences gene expression, why it's important to zoom out or add distance, the impact of distanced self-talk and how sharing emotions with other people impacts how we feel over time.Ethan's book is filled with exciting research and excellent tools to help us harness chatter. ***This episode is brought to you by SmileStream Solutions. At Smile Stream, we charge you what others should, not what we can, so you can enjoy high quality and low cost. We think they were meant for each other. Visit SmileStreamSolutions.com***Resources Mentioned in the Episode with Ethan Kross:Jill Bolte TaylorSteve Cole's Research at UCLAThe University of Michigan – Emotion and Self Control LaboratoryChatter: The Voice in Our Head, Why It Matters, and How to Harness ItEthan Kross***Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, exclusive study guides, special edition books each quarter, powerpoint and keynote presentations and two tickets to Dustin Burleson's Annual Leadership Retreat.http://www.theburlesonbox.com/sign-up Stay Up to Date: Sign up for The Burleson Report, our weekly newsletter that is delivered each Sunday with timeless insight for life and private practice. Sign up here:http://www.theburlesonreport.com Follow Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBA at:http://www.theburlesonfiles.com
In this episode, Dustin talks with Michael Bungay Stanier about his book, The Coaching Habit: Say Less, Ask More & Change the Way You Lead Forever. You'll discover how coaching others lets you work less hard and have more impact. Dustin and Michael discuss why it is so important to limit advice and ask questions instead. Michael shares the kickstart question and how it can make all the difference, getting right to the point.We'll talk about how practice owners often become the "advice monster," always wanting to slip into fix-it mode and why it's so important to sit back and ask the right questions instead. Michael shares an excellent focus question that can bring you to the heart of the present challenge, slow down the urgency to create action and allow your coworkers to spend more time resolving the actual problem, not just the initial problem.***This episode is brought to you by Dentma. From Appointment Reminders to New Patient Satisfaction Surveys, Dentma's cutting-edge assistant, Ava, has your patient communication covered and is growing every day! Visit Dentma.com to schedule a demo today.***Resources Mentioned in The Burleson Box:Three Books with Neil PasrichaRyan Holiday's Reading ListBrené BrownBox of CrayonsThe Coaching Habit***Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, exclusive study guides, special edition books each quarter, powerpoint and keynote presentations and two tickets to Dustin Burleson's Annual Leadership Retreat.http://www.theburlesonbox.com/sign-up Stay Up to Date: Sign up for The Burleson Report, our weekly newsletter that is delivered each Sunday with timeless insight for life and private practice. Sign up here:http://www.theburlesonreport.com Follow Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBA at:http://www.theburlesonfiles.com
In this episode, Dustin talks with Seth Godin about his book, This is Marketing: You Can't Be Seen Until You Learn to SeeYou'll discover how digital marketing has spiraled out of control and why the attention economy is so important to personal and relevant messages. Seth shares the critical marketing consequence of unlimited online choices for consumers.We'll talk about how to work with the first medium ever that wasn't invented to make marketers happy and why it's so important to build something that everyone would miss if you stopped showing up. Seth shares how to think of your customers, prospects or patients as students and the powerful transformation that happens when you aim first to serve and teach.***This episode is brought to you by Market Hardware. Automatically attract more ideal patients through trust-based marketing. Learn how Market Hardware can help your practice build lasting relationships through trust and proven results at MarketHardware.com today.***Resources Mentioned in The Burleson Box:AkimboThis is MarketingSeth Godin's BlogThe Marketing SeminarJiro Dreams of Sushi***Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, exclusive study guides, special edition books each quarter, powerpoint and keynote presentations and two tickets to Dustin Burleson's Annual Leadership Retreat.http://www.theburlesonbox.com/sign-up Stay Up to Date: Sign up for The Burleson Report, our weekly newsletter that is delivered each Sunday with timeless insight for life and private practice. Sign up here:http://www.theburlesonreport.com Follow Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBA at:http://www.theburlesonfiles.com
In this episode, Dustin talks with Dan Heath about his book, Upstream: The Quest to Solve Problems Before They Happen.You'll discover why we get stuck in the cycle of response, putting out fires, dealing with emergencies, handling one problem after another, and how to make our way upstream to fix the systems that cause the problems. In other words, you'll learn how to shift from reaction to prevention.Dan encourages listeners to break free of the tunneling trap that forces us to stay in the short-term. He shares how to become an organization that learns and improves by embracing the systems thinking we need in order to perform more effectively and efficiently. ***This episode is brought to you by Dentma. From Appointment Reminders to New Patient Satisfaction Surveys, Dentma's cutting-edge assistant, Ava, has your patient communication covered and is growing every day! Visit Dentma.com to schedule a demo today. ***Resources Mentioned in The Burleson Box:Irving ZolaScarcity by Sendhil Mullainathan and Eldar ShafirAnita TuckerSteve SpearPaul BataldenUpstream: The Quest to Solve Problems Before They HappenHeathBrothers.com ***Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, exclusive study guides, special edition books each quarter, powerpoint and keynote presentations and two tickets to Dustin Burleson's Annual Leadership Retreat.http://www.theburlesonbox.com/sign-up Stay Up to Date: Sign up for The Burleson Report, our weekly newsletter that is delivered each Sunday with timeless insight for life and private practice. Sign up here:http://www.theburlesonreport.com Follow Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBA at:http://www.theburlesonfiles.com
In this episode, Dustin talks with Leidy Klotz about his book, Subtract: The Untapped Science of Less.You'll discover why it's easy to mistake less for loss, why our first instinct is to add instead of subtract, and how to make the space to go from information overload to wisdom.Leidy invites listeners to consider the difference between less and subtraction. He shares how to access our multitudes and access both addition and subtraction in order to eliminate wrong ideas from our businesses and organizations. ***This episode is brought to you by SmileStream Solutions. At SmileStream, we charge you what others should, not what we can, so you can enjoy high quality and low cost. We think they were meant for each other. ***Links Mentioned in The Burleson Box:People systematically overlook subtractive changesWe instinctively add on new features and fixes. Why don't we subtract instead?Strider BikesOn Making Smart DecisionsLeidy Klotz website ***Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, exclusive study guides, special edition books each quarter, powerpoint and keynote presentations and two tickets to Dustin Burleson's Annual Leadership Retreat.http://www.theburlesonbox.com/sign-up Stay Up to Date: Sign up for The Burleson Report, our weekly newsletter that is delivered each Sunday with timeless insight for life and private practice. Sign up here:http://www.theburlesonreport.com Follow Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBA at:http://www.theburlesonfiles.com
In this episode, Dustin talks with Hubert Joly about his book, The Heart of Business: Leadership Principles for the Next Era of Capitalism.You'll discover how to find your noble purpose, put people at the center and unleash human magic. Hubert and I discuss the power of identifying self-inflicted problems and how to fix them. You'll learn about the bicycle theory, the principle of vulnerability and why it is much more powerful as a leader than pretending you have all the answers.Hubert invites listeners to create an environment where human magic can happen. This starts by answering the question "Why do we work?" ***This episode is brought to you by SmileStream Solutions. At SmileStream, we charge you what others should, not what we can, so you can enjoy high quality and low cost. We think they were meant for each other. ***Links Mentioned in The Burleson Box:The Spiritual Exercises of Ignatius of LoyolaMan's Search for Meaning by Viktor FranklAligned: Connecting Your True Self with the Leader You're Meant to Be by Hortense le GentilHubertJoly.org ***Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, exclusive study guides, special edition books each quarter, powerpoint and keynote presentations and two tickets to Dustin Burleson's Annual Leadership Retreat.http://www.theburlesonbox.com/sign-up Stay Up to Date: Sign up for The Burleson Report, our weekly newsletter that is delivered each Sunday with timeless insight for life and private practice. Sign up here:http://www.theburlesonreport.com Follow Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBA at:http://www.theburlesonfiles.com
In this episode, Dustin talks with Roger Martin about his book, When More Is Not Better: Overcoming America's Obsession with Economic Efficiency.You'll discover how our obsession with economic efficiency has forced too much pressure in a pursuit of perfectionism. Roger and I discuss how this has resulted in a dangerously unbalanced economy that lacks resilience. Roger gives practical tips on what business executives, political leaders, educators and citizens can do to achieve the overall balance between efficiency and resilience.Roger says, "Efficiency itself is not the problem, it's the proxies we use for efficiency." Using proxies like quarterly earnings or cost reduction might show improved efficiency, but this is not the same as effectiveness. If you focus on the wrong proxies in the short term, you will do things that are damaging in the long run to achieving the best results, like providing excellent customer service or delivering long-term shareholder value. ***This episode is brought to you by Market Hardware. Automatically attract more ideal patients through trust-based marketing. Learn how Market Hardware can help your practice build lasting relationships through trust and proven results at MarketHardware.com ***Links Mentioned in The Burleson Box:When More Is Not Better The Bank Act (Canada)Efficiency vs. Effectiveness with Peter DruckerAristotle, Nicomachean Ethics and HappinessJohnson & Johnson CredoThe High Cost of Low WagesFour Seasons: The Story of a Business PhilosophyRogerLMartin.com ***Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, exclusive study guides, special edition books each quarter, powerpoint and keynote presentations and two tickets to Dustin Burleson's Annual Leadership Retreat.http://www.theburlesonbox.com/sign-up Stay Up to Date: Sign up for The Burleson Report, our weekly newsletter that is delivered each Sunday with timeless insight for life and private practice. Sign up here:http://www.theburlesonreport.com Follow Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBA at:http://www.theburlesonfiles.com
In this episode, Dustin talks with Ashley Whillans about her book, Ashley Whillans on Time Smart: How to Reclaim Your Time and Live a Happier Life.You'll discover why four out of five adults report feeling they have too much to do and not enough time to do it, how these time-poor people experience less joy each day, laugh less, are less healthy, less productive and more likely to divorce.Ashley's research shows how we can escape the time traps that make us feel this way and keep us from living our best lives.***This episode is brought to you by Market Hardware. The digital marketing professionals at Market Hardware can help you attract new patients in need of your services so you can focus on providing quality care to your patients. Resources Mentioned in The Burleson Box:Time Smart by Ashley WhillansHow CEOs Manage Time by Michael Porter and Nitin NohriaSludge: How we became burdened by red tape and unnecessary paperwork and why we must do better by Cass SunsteinTime Management Magic by Lee CockerellOn Motivation and Incentives by Ashley WhillansTED Talk: A Simple Strategy for HappinessAshley Whillans website Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, exclusive study guides, special edition books each quarter, powerpoint and keynote presentations and two tickets to Dustin Burleson's Annual Leadership Retreat.Sign up at TheBurlesonBox.com Stay Up to Date: Sign up for The Burleson Report, our weekly newsletter that is delivered each Sunday with timeless insight for life and private practice. Sign up here:Sign up at TheBurlesonReport.com Follow Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBA at TheBurlesonFiles.com
In this episode, Dustin talks with Julia Galef about her book, The Scout Mindset: Why Some People See Things Clearly and Others Don't.You'll learn about motivated reasoning, what Julia calls "soldier mindset" and how to hold your identity lightly, so that you can create a more accurate map of your world and embrace the worthy pursuit of intellectual honesty. Julia and I discuss Darwin's "golden rule" and how to express uncertainty. Julia gives practical tips on how to decide what to believe and how to seek out evidence that will make our maps more accurate.Julia says, "Over time, our beliefs about the world adjust to accommodate our track record." Instead of doubling down on soldier mindset, you'll learn how to see more clearly, make better judgments and enjoy the freedom and thrill of discovery. The Scout Mindset doesn't just show us how we fail to think clearly but helps us understand why we do it and practical steps we can take to improve our rationality.***This episode is brought to you by Dentma. From Appointment Reminders to New Patient Satisfaction Surveys, Dentma's cutting-edge assistant, Ava, has your patient communication covered and is growing every day! Visit Dentma.com to schedule a demo today. Resources Mentioned in The Burleson Box:The Scout Mindset Book LinkJulia Galef's WebsiteThinking Fast and Slow by Daniel KhanemanPredictably Irrational by Dan ArielySocial Psychology by Thomas GilovichKeep Your Identity Small by Paul GrahamJulia Galef's TED Talk "Why you think you're right — even if you're wrong"How Darwin Thought by Farnam StreetGive Well Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, exclusive study guides, special edition books each quarter, powerpoint and keynote presentations and two tickets to Dustin Burleson's Annual Leadership Retreat. Sign up at TheBurlesonBox.comStay Up to Date: Sign up for The Burleson Report, our weekly newsletter that is delivered each Sunday with timeless insight for life and private practice, including Dustin Burleson's marketing example of the week.Sign up at TheBurlesonReport.comFollow Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBA at TheBurlesonFiles.com
In this episode, Dustin talks with Jan-Benedict Steenkamp about his book, Time to Lead, and how historical leadership examples might help us improve our skills better than the latest management fads.You'll discover how to use your emotions to think, not think with your emotions, so that you can make your followers part of something larger than themselves. Professor Steenkamp shares 16 well-researched and carefully-curated historical case studies of world leaders that can help you deepen your wisdom, clarify your thinking and improve your outcomes as a leader.Jan-Benedict says, "Everybody can improve their leadership qualities by reading about other leaders, how they resolved their dilemmas, and why they were successful." You'll learn the four types of leadership metaphors: the hedgehog, the fox, the eagle and the ostrich. Adapted from Isaiah Berlin's review of the Greek poet Archilochus' statement that “the fox knows many smaller things, but the hedgehog knows one big thing.” He writes, “According to Berlin, the distinction between hedgehogs and foxes marks one of the deepest differences, which divide human beings."On the program, we discuss how Franklin Delano Roosevelt persuaded a war-weary nation to enter the Second World War, how the best leaders know very well where they want to go but are not dogmatic in the means they use to get there and why you should not attempt to become a kind of person you are not.Links Mentioned in The Burleson Box:Time to Lead Book Professor Steenkamp's WebsiteIn Search of Excellence BookUNC Kenen-Flagler Business School***This episode is brought to you by Market Hardware. Automatically attract more ideal patients through trust-based marketing. Learn how Market Hardware can help your practice build lasting relationships through trust and proven results here.***Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, exclusive study guides, special edition books each quarter, powerpoint and keynote presentations and two tickets to Dustin Burleson's Annual Leadership Retreat.http://www.theburlesonbox.com/sign-up Stay Up to Date: Sign up for The Burleson Report, our weekly newsletter that is delivered each Sunday with timeless insight for life and private practice. Sign up here:http://www.theburlesonreport.com Follow Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBA at:http://www.theburlesonfiles.com
In this episode, Dustin talks with Scott Anthony about his book, Eat, Sleep, Innovate, and how to use the power of habit to build a culture of innovation.You'll discover why most leaders fail to create truly innovative cultures. Scott shares best practices for unleashing the natural innovator inside everyone and how to engage all of the talent inside your business.Scott says, "Great innovators recognize that none of us is as smart as all of us.” You'll see why it is so important to overcome the behavior blockers that act as barriers to innovation.On the program, we discuss the appropriate behavior enablers, artifacts and nudges that must be established in your business if you want to unleash the best ideas and practices from the entire team. While Scott did not set out to release a book about innovation and creativity during a pandemic, it is precisely this kind of optimistic outlook and advice that readers and listeners will appreciated, especially during periods of transition and challenge.This book and Burleson Box episode will provide you with practical exercises and principles you can quickly use to create an environment of innovation that drives results inside your business.Links Mentioned in The Burleson Box:Eat, Sleep, Innovate BookScott Anthony and InnosightDBS and The GANDALF ScholarshipDavid Thompson at Boehringer Ingelheim ***This episode is brought to you by Scriptagram – providing solutions like OrthoScreening & Braces Academy. OrthoScreening™ makes virtuals simple for new & exisiting patients. Convert more website visitors into starts and streamline your virtual monitoring. Braces Academy® keeps you up to date with the latest methods for educating patients & parents. Schedule a free demo to experience the townie Choice award winning #1 patient communication system in 2020 by visiting BracesAcademy.com or call (318) 828-2708. Mention the key word Burleson to get your first month for free.***Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, exclusive study guides, special edition books each quarter, powerpoint and keynote presentations and two tickets to Dustin Burleson's Annual Leadership Retreat. Sign up here.Stay Up to Date: Sign up for The Burleson Report, our weekly newsletter that is delivered each Sunday with timeless insight for life and private practice. Sign up here.Follow Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBA at The Burleson Files.
In this episode, Dustin talks with Dr. Jacinta Jiménez about her book, The Burnout Fix, and core resilience practices to help you operate from the "inside out" versus "the outside in."You'll discover how to identify and prevent exhaustion, cynicism and inefficacy in the workplace, so that burnout doesn't occur for you and your employees. Dr. Jiménez shares 15 scientifically-backed recommendations for building resilience and replenishment, like a periodic table that readers can mix and match.Dr. Jiménez says, "while the world of work is changing rapidly, we humans are not productively adapting alongside it." You'll see why it is so important to address the six mismatches between a person and a job that can lead to burnout: workload, low levels of job control, insufficient reward, low social support, absence of fairness and a conflict in values.On the program, we discuss why 60% of employees report being stressed all or most of the time at work. Then, by addressing how we behave, think, nurture our physical reserves, relate to others and manage our emotions, we discuss how to build out a solid set of personal resilience practices (i.e. a steady personal pulse)."Working 'harder' or 'smarter' isn't enough in the new world of work. If you aren't also investing in resilience skills to navigate our increasingly complex world, your efforts to work harder or smarter will be fleeting."This episode is brought to you by Jimmy Marketing. Automatically attract more ideal patients through trust-based marketing. Learn how Jimmy Marketing can help your practice build lasting relationships through trust and proven results at JimmyMarketing.com Resources Mentioned on The Burleson Box:The Burnout Fix by Dr. Jacinta Jiménez Professor Christina Maslach UC BerkeleyKaiser Family FoundationThe Inventor: Out for Blood in Silicon ValleyDr. Jacinta JiménezGo Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, exclusive study guides, special edition books each quarter, powerpoint and keynote presentations and two tickets to Dustin Burleson's Annual Leadership Retreat.http://www.theburlesonbox.com/sign-upStay Up to Date: Sign up for The Burleson Report, our weekly newsletter that is delivered each Sunday with timeless insight for life and private practice. Sign up here:http://www.theburlesonreport.comFollow Dustin Burleson, DDS, MBA at:http://www.theburlesonfiles.comAffiliate DisclosurePrivacy PolicyTerms and Conditions
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