Podcasts about Killeen

Today, Dr. Killeen explores the difference between having options and making choices. While keeping doors open can feel safe and flexible, it can also prevent us from committing to the things that matter most. Over time, avoiding decisions can quietly shape our lives just as much as making them. Dr. Killeen discusses how this shows up in dentistry through career paths, practice ownership, work-life balance, leadership decisions, and personal goals. He shares why unresolved decisions often create more stress than difficult decisions and how clarity can bring a sense of peace, even when the path forward is challenging. Meaningful progress comes from deliberate action. Your future is not built by the options you keep available. It's built by the choices you make consistently over time.

In this episode, Dr. Killeen shares a powerful lesson from NFL star Maxx Crosby about balancing the "microscope" and the "telescope." The telescope represents your long-term vision and the person you want to become, while the microscope is where the real work happens through daily habits, routines, and decisions. Dr. Killeen explores why both perspectives matter in dentistry and leadership. Focusing only on the future can leave you disconnected from the work that creates results, while getting stuck in the day-to-day can cause you to lose sight of your bigger purpose. The key is knowing when to zoom out and when to focus on today's responsibilities. If you've been feeling overwhelmed by big goals or uncertain about your direction, this episode offers a practical framework for staying grounded while continuing to move forward. After all, great careers, great practices, and great lives are built one day at a time.

In July 1990, a 13-year-old girl disappears in the early hours after sneaking out to see her twin sister in Killeen, Texas. When she is reported missing, police quickly classify her as a runaway and the case receives little to no investigation, leaving her family without answers and her case to fade into obscurity. But as the years pass, a troubling pattern emerges - one involving abuse allegations, inconsistent witness accounts, and a system that failed to properly follow through. With every new detail, the question of what really happened that night becomes more urgent, and more complicated. Decades later, her younger sister begins digging into the truth, uncovering long-buried information and reigniting an investigation that had gone cold for years. In episode 408, Jac and Lex explore the disappearance of Deanna Merryfield, and her sister Melissa's relentless fight to finally uncover what happened to her.

Dentistry asks a lot from us. Long hours, constant decision-making, patient care, team leadership, and the mental focus required to do it all well can take a significant toll over time. In this episode, Dr. Killeen reflects on a line from the Scout Oath and why taking care of your physical and mental health is not optional for long-term success. He explores how burnout often becomes normalized in dentistry and why protecting your energy is one of the most important responsibilities you have as a leader. From exercise and sleep to recovery and mental clarity, Dr. Killeen shares why investing in yourself benefits not only your career, but also your patients, team, and family. Small daily habits, repeated consistently, can make all the difference over the long haul.

Sometimes the biggest obstacles in life aren't the obvious problems. They're the situations that are just comfortable enough to keep us stuck. In this episode, Dr. Killeen shares a thought-provoking quote from Gurwinder Bhogal and explores why small frustrations, misalignment, and quiet dissatisfaction can have a bigger impact on our lives than major challenge. From associateships and practice culture to personal goals and career decisions, he discusses the danger of settling for situations that don't align with your values or vision. He encourages listeners to move beyond asking, "Can I tolerate this?" and instead ask whether their current path is truly leading them toward the life and career they want to build.

In this episode, Dr. Killeen reflects on a powerful quote from Mary Kay Ash and explores a simple truth: people want to feel important. Whether it's a patient sitting in the chair or a team member showing up every day, genuine attention and human connection matter more than we often realize. Dr. Killeen discusses why the most successful practices aren't always the fastest or most advanced, but the ones that make people feel seen, valued, and appreciated. He shares how small moments of recognition can build trust, strengthen culture, and create lasting loyalty in both patients and team members.

Dentistry can feel a lot like an endurance sport. The long days, constant decision-making, patient care, and leadership responsibilities all require sustained energy over time. In this episode, Dr. Killeen reflects on a quote from endurance athlete David Dack and explores why so many dental professionals find themselves mentally and emotionally exhausted. He discusses the difference between weakness and fatigue, the importance of resilience, and why feeling overwhelmed doesn't mean you're failing. Sometimes the answer isn't pushing harder. It's improving your pacing, prioritizing recovery, and remembering that long-term success is built one step, one patient, and one day at a time.

AI is changing dentistry at an incredible pace. From scheduling and treatment planning to patient communication and practice management, new tools are making it easier than ever to work faster and more efficiently. But in this episode, Dr. Killeen explores a different question: how do we stay human while embracing all this technology? He discusses the hidden risk of outsourcing too much of our thinking and why skills like critical thinking, creativity, focus, and resilience still matter. While AI can be a powerful tool, growth often comes from wrestling with challenges ourselves. Dr. Killeen shares why protecting our mental sharpness may become one of the most valuable skills in the years ahead and offers a simple challenge to help strengthen your "thinking muscles" every day.

Dr. Killeen reflects on the phrase “carpe diem” and why modern productivity culture may have completely misunderstood it. Instead of constantly chasing more output, more optimization, and more hustle, he shares a different perspective on what it means to truly experience the day in front of you. The hidden cost of always being mentally somewhere else, especially in dentistry where driven personalities can easily tie their worth to productivity and performance. Dr. Killeen talks about the importance of rest, attention, connection, and slowing down enough to actually notice the people and moments that matter most. If you've been feeling stretched thin, distracted, or stuck in constant motion, peace is not always found in doing more. Sometimes it is found in simply being present.

In this episode, Dr. Killeen talks about the growing disconnect that can happen between practice owners and team members during stressful seasons. From rising living costs to financial anxiety and emotional burnout, he shares why many team members may be carrying far more stress than leaders realize. Dr. Killeen explains why silence from leadership can sometimes feel isolating, and how small moments of genuine check-ins can completely shift the culture of a practice. If you want to build a stronger, healthier team environment, this episode is a reminder that great leadership is not about having all the answers. It is about helping people feel seen, valued, and supported during difficult seasons.

Today, Dr. Killeen walks through a practical three-step framework for ending the quarter with more clarity and intention. Using the themes of reflect, reset, and adjust, he shares how practice owners and team leaders can evaluate what is creating energy, what is draining it, and how to make better decisions moving into the next season. This covers everything from identifying “energy creators” and “boat anchors” to aligning daily systems with your biggest priorities. He also explains why your calendar often reveals more about your priorities than your goals do. If you've been feeling stretched, distracted, or stuck in reaction mode, this offers a simple way to pause, refocus, and make intentional adjustments before the next quarter begins.

In this episode, Dr. Killeen reflects on a quote from golfer Rory McIlroy: "One of the things that I love is focusing on the process instead of the prize." While it is easy to get caught up in production goals, collections, and big outcomes, this conversation explores why long-term success in dentistry is usually built through consistent daily execution. Great practices are often less obsessed with results and more committed to strong systems, communication, preparation, and repeatable habits. When teams focus on doing the small things well every day, the bigger wins tend to follow naturally. The scoreboard matters less when the process is strong. Improve the routine, stay consistent, and trust that the results will take care of themselves over time.

In today's episode, Dr. Killeen shares a simple but powerful quote from James Clear about improvement and why growth does not have to be complicated. In a world full of comparison, social media, and constant pressure to keep up, this episode is a reminder that real progress comes from focusing on your own direction instead of someone else's scoreboard. Dr. Killeen talks about the value of small daily improvements in dentistry, leadership, communication, and personal growth. Rather than chasing perfection, he encourages listeners to adopt a mindset of steady forward movement and continuous learning. If you've been feeling stuck, distracted, or discouraged by comparison, this episode offers a grounded perspective on what meaningful progress really looks like over time.

In this episode, Dr. Killeen reflects on a powerful quote from John D. Rockefeller about wealth, success, and what really matters in leadership. While production and profitability are important in any practice, he shares why the true long-term value of a business comes from developing people, not just growing numbers. It's the difference between building a successful practice and building future leaders within your team. From creating confidence to encouraging ownership and growth, small investments in people can create a culture that compounds over time. The greatest impact we make in dentistry often has less to do with revenue and more to do with the people we help grow along the way.

In this episode, Dr. Killeen talks about the idea of “the ruthless elimination of hurry” from John Mark Comer's book and why constant rushing quietly affects how we lead, communicate, and care for patients. He explains how hurry can pull us out of the present moment and reduce the quality of our decisions, relationships, and leadership. In dentistry, where trust and communication matter so much, slowing down with intention can actually make us more effective, not less. The goal is not simply getting more done. It's being fully present for the things that matter most.

Dr. Killeen reflects on a quote from Heraclitus about how nothing stays the same, including us. The systems, conversations, and habits we revisit over time often produce different results because we've grown, learned, and changed along the way. He shares why this mindset matters so much in dentistry and leadership. Sometimes a process or idea that “didn't work before” deserves another look, not because the system changed, but because the people using it have evolved. Growth is not always about chasing something new. Sometimes it's about returning to familiar things with a better perspective.

In today's episode, Dr. Killeen talks about an important leadership lesson: skills can be taught, but internal drive has to come from within. Great teams are built around people who genuinely want to grow, improve, and take ownership of their role. Dr. Killeen shares why leaders often waste energy trying to convince people to care instead of investing more deeply in the team members who are already leaning in. From culture to momentum, the practices that grow strongest are usually the ones that recognize and support hunger early. Leadership is not about dragging people forward. It's about creating an environment where motivated people can thrive.

In this episode, Dr. Killeen shares a lesson from a recent strategy meeting where one simple question kept coming up over and over again: “Why?” While it can feel uncomfortable at first, asking deeper questions often uncovers assumptions, weak systems, and habits we've stopped thinking critically about. This applies directly to dentistry and leadership. From scheduling systems to patient flow, many practices operate on routines that were never fully questioned. Sometimes one thoughtful “why” is enough to create clarity and spark meaningful improvement. Better decisions usually start with better questions.

In this episode, Dr. Killeen shares a lesson from legendary football coach Bill Walsh about why great results start with great standards. Long before teams become champions, they learn to operate with consistency, discipline, and attention to detail. He explains how this applies directly to dentistry and leadership. The small daily habits inside a practice, from morning huddles to patient communication, often shape the long-term outcomes more than any big moment does. Success usually follows standards, not the other way around.

Dr. Killeen talks about the mental model of inversion and why it can be such a powerful leadership tool. Sometimes it's easier to identify what we want to avoid in our practices before we define what we actually want to build. There's also a hidden trap. If we spend too much time focusing on what we don't want, our thinking can become anchored to problems instead of possibilities. He shares why clarity comes not just from avoiding mistakes, but from intentionally defining the kind of culture, schedule, and practice we truly want to create. Great leadership is not only about staying away from the wrong path. It's about moving confidently toward the right one.

In today's episode, Dr. Killeen talks about the difference between healthy comparison and destructive comparison. Used the right way, comparison can help us spot opportunities for growth, improve our systems, and learn from others in dentistry and leadership. But when comparison turns into a constant loop, it stops being productive and starts becoming discouraging. Dr. Killeen shares why the key is using comparison briefly for insight, then getting back to focusing on your own habits, team, and next steps. Growth comes from execution, not constant measuring.

In this episode, Dr. Killeen talks about the growing tension between fast-moving tools like AI and the slower reality of actually building a practice. It's easy to see dozens of better ideas in a short time, but that can quietly create pressure to change everything at once. The episode explores why real progress comes from narrowing focus, not expanding it. Instead of chasing every improvement, the challenge is choosing one path and sticking with it long enough to make it real.

Dr. Killeen talks about mental fitness and why clear thinking may be one of the most important skills in modern dentistry. In a world full of constant notifications, information, and distractions, it's easy to slip into autopilot without even realizing it. This episode explores how mental overload affects leadership, decision making, and patient care, along with simple ways to create more focus and mental clarity throughout the day. Sometimes the best thing we can do for our mind is not add more input, but create a little more space to think.

What's the difference between a mistake and a mindset problem? Today, Dr. Killeen explores why that distinction matters so much in leadership and team culture. Most errors in a dental practice are not rooted in bad intent. They come from stress, unclear expectations, or gaps in training. This episode dives into the importance of assuming positive intent first, coaching before reacting, and creating an environment where people can learn and improve without fear. Small shifts in how we interpret mistakes can completely change the way a team grows together.

Dr. Killeen talks about how the labels and stories we create can quietly shape the way we lead, communicate, and make decisions in a dental practice. Whether it's labeling patients, team members, or even ourselves, those assumptions often become filters that influence our behavior. He shares why challenging those mental shortcuts can create more flexibility, better leadership, and stronger relationships. Sometimes growth starts by simply asking whether the story we're telling ourselves is actually true.

Dr. Killeen talks about a simple mindset shift that can improve leadership, communication, and team culture: assume positive intent. In a busy dental practice, it's easy to misread tone, jump to conclusions, or react emotionally when stress is high. Approaching conversations with curiosity instead of frustration can completely change the outcome. By slowing down, asking better questions, and giving people the benefit of the doubt, leaders create more trust, better communication, and a healthier team environment.

In today's episode, Dr. Killeen talks about the hidden cost of perfectionism. In dentistry and leadership, chasing the final 5% of perfection can consume a disproportionate amount of time, energy, and focus; often delaying progress in the process. He discusses the difference between excellence and perfectionism, and why many of the best results come from moving forward before everything feels flawless. Sometimes the real growth in a practice comes not from endless refining, but from implementing, learning, and improving along the way.

Dr. Killeen talks about a simple but important idea: every yes comes with a hidden no. In a busy dental practice, it's easy to say yes to extra tasks, meetings, projects, and responsibilities without realizing what we may be giving up in return. He shares why better leadership often comes down to recognizing trade-offs and becoming more intentional with your time and energy. The goal is not to say no to everything, but to get better at choosing the “yeses” that actually move your practice, team, and life in the right direction.

In today's episode, Dr. Killeen talks about a powerful quote from Aristotle: “It is the mark of an educated man to be able to entertain a thought without accepting it.” In a world that pushes us to react quickly and always be “right,” this mindset can be a huge advantage in leadership, dentistry, and everyday life. He shares why great leaders and clinicians stay curious instead of defensive, and how learning to pause, listen, and ask better questions can strengthen communication with patients and teams. Sometimes growth starts not by agreeing with every idea, but by being willing to thoughtfully consider it.

Today, Dr. Killeen explores a powerful idea from behavioral economics about how busy schedules shrink our mental bandwidth. When we feel rushed, we stop making thoughtful decisions and begin defaulting to automatic responses, especially saying yes to things without fully thinking them through. Those small yeses can quietly take over your time and attention. Meetings, interruptions, and nonessential tasks can slowly pull you away from the priorities that matter most. Strong leadership requires space to think clearly. Sometimes a simple pause before answering is enough to make better decisions and take back control of your schedule.

Just a heads-up: This episode contains references to suicide and suicidal ideation, so please take care when listening. In December of 2019, the body of Moira Killeen was discovered in her apartment in the Belair distract of Luxembourg. Her death quickly became a matter of dispute. On one side, the medical examiner cited Ms Killeen's death as “violent and suspicious”. On the other, the prosecutor ruled that Ms Killeen's died by suicide and declined to carry out a post-mortem examination. Moira Killeen was later cremated. Her family has consistently rejected the conclusion of suicide and continue to fight for answers seven years later. Host: Fionnán Sheahan Guests: Robin Schiller and Brian Killeen If you've been affected by any of the issues raised on this episode, there's a list of helplines available – just search ‘someone to talk to' on the Irish Independent. We want to earn your trust and are members of the Trust Project. See our ethics policies at independent.ie/ourjournalismSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Dr. Killeen explores how observation is a skill that shapes the way we experience our day. In dentistry, we are trained to spot problems, which is important, but it can also lead us to overlook what is going right. When we only focus on what is broken, the day can feel heavier than it really is. But by expanding what we notice to include small wins and positive moments, we create a more balanced and accurate view of our work. What you consistently observe becomes your reality. Training yourself to see both challenges and wins can change how you lead, think, and feel each day.

Dr. Killeen reflects on a quote from Seneca that highlights the importance of clarity. In a busy dental practice, it is easy to confuse movement with progress. But without a clear direction, even productive days may not move you closer to what truly matters. Whether it is growth, better systems, stronger culture, or more balance at home, defining your current focus makes decisions simpler. It helps you prioritize what matters and filter out distractions. Pause and define your direction. When you know where you are headed, everything else starts to align.

Dr. Killeen explores the balance between confidence and humility, and why both are essential for growth. Confidence helps you take action and move forward, while humility keeps you open to learning, feedback, and improvement. It is easy to lean too far one way. Waiting too long to start can hold you back, while believing you have it all figured out can limit progress. The goal is to find the middle ground where you take action and continue to refine along the way. Take the first step, even if it is not perfect, and stay open to getting better. Real progress comes from starting with confidence and improving with humility.

Today, Dr. Killeen shares a perspective on purpose: instead of trying to define one lifelong mission, focus on what matters most in your current season. Life changes, priorities shift, and what once motivated you may not be the same thing driving you today. One season may be about growth, another about building culture, improving clinical skills, or creating better balance at home. Clarity about what matters right now can make decisions easier and help you lead with more intention. You do not need everything figured out forever. You simply need to understand what this season is asking of you.

In this episode, Dr. Killeen shares a framework from Coach Lou Holtz that applies perfectly to dentistry and leadership: do the right thing, do the best you can, and always show people you care. These three ideas offer a practical guide for how to lead patients, teams, and yourself each day. In dentistry, doing the right thing builds trust, doing your best drives steady improvement, and showing people you care creates lasting relationships. While simple, these habits shape culture more than any mission statement or policy ever could. Strong leadership does not have to be complicated. Often, the best principles are the ones simple enough to live out every day.

Dr. Killeen explores an important distinction between management and leadership in a dental practice. Management is about keeping the daily tasks moving, from schedules and supplies to claims and patient flow. It keeps the practice running. Leadership is different. It is about priorities, culture, and directing the team's energy toward what matters most. A practice can manage many small tasks well while still missing bigger issues that affect long term success. Pause and ask whether you are simply managing the day or truly leading the practice forward. Both matter, but leadership is what creates lasting progress.

Dr. Killeen discusses a powerful idea inspired by historian Timothy Snyder: understanding patterns from the past can help us make better decisions in the present. While today's economic pressures may feel new, business owners have faced rising wages, higher costs, and uncertainty before. In dentistry, that means there are practical levers we can still control. Strong culture, smart cost management, thoughtful fee updates, contract reviews, and better efficiency all help practices stay healthy during challenging times. Think like a leader and look at the bigger picture. When we recognize patterns, we can respond with clarity instead of panic.

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In this episode, Dr. Killeen shares a powerful reminder about case acceptance and patient communication. Patients are not truly buying crowns, aligners, or procedures. They are buying relief, confidence, comfort, and peace of mind. When we focus only on technical details, we can miss what matters most to the patient. Clear communication means helping them understand how treatment improves their life, not just what will be done clinically. Trust, confidence, and simplicity drive decisions. When patients feel understood and see the real benefit of treatment, saying yes becomes much easier.

Dr. Killeen offers a perspective to help reframe tough or demanding days in the practice. While comfort is everywhere in modern life, real growth tends to show up in moments that feel a little difficult or unfamiliar. Improvement often comes with discomfort. Whether it is learning a new system, having better patient conversations, or giving and receiving feedback, those moments of effort are usually signs that progress is happening. Reframe discomfort as part of the process. When something feels challenging, it may be a sign that you and your team are moving in the right direction.

Today, Dr. Killeen breaks down an idea behind motivation that many leaders overlook. While we often focus on energy or incentives, true motivation comes from three things: behavior, benefit, and most importantly, belief. If someone does not believe their effort will lead to a better outcome, they are unlikely to fully engage. This shows up in everything from case acceptance to team growth. When belief is low, effort follows. But when belief is strong, people push further, improve faster, and stay committed through challenges. One of your most important roles as a leader is to build belief. Through consistent encouragement and real examples of progress, you can help your team see what is possible and perform at a higher level.

Dr. Killeen reflects on a quote from Charlie Munger and how the idea of waiting applies far beyond investing. In a dental practice, real success rarely comes from big moments or quick wins. It comes from consistently doing the simple, often repetitive things that move the practice forward. Weekly meetings, morning huddles, and ongoing conversations with your team may not feel exciting, but they are what shape culture and drive long term growth. Over time, those small actions begin to compound and create meaningful change. Patience and consistency often matter more than chasing the next big idea. Steady effort, repeated over time, is what builds a strong and successful practice.

Opening night at the Killeen Bible Conference with Pastor James Rosario preaching from 1 Samuel 14: Always Worth the Risk. Jonathan and his armor-bearer step into impossible odds with a simple conviction: nothing restrains the Lord from saving by many or by few.https://takingthelandpodcast.comThis message hits discipleship, bold leadership, and the kind of faith that takes the offense instead of living on defense. From Jonathan's climb, to the “battle shift,” to the challenge for pastors and churches to recover holy risk, this sermon calls you to move from caution to commission.PREMIUM SUBSCRIPTION for WORLD EVANGELISM:• NO ADS, Early releases, Full-Length Testimony Tuesdays⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠• Subscribe for only $3/month on Supercast⁠: https://taking-the-land.supercast.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠• Subscribe for only $3.99/month on Spotify⁠: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taking-the-land/subscribe• ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe for only $4.99/month on Apple Podcasts⁠: https://apple.co/4owjo5ZChapters00:00 Welcome and Introduction to the Conference01:00 The Story of Adoniram and Anne Judson04:18 Always Worth the Risk: Jonathan's Faith10:09 Taking the Battle to the Enemy12:17 Trusting in God Over Numbers18:22 The Role of the Armor-Bearer in Discipleship25:30 The Power of Discipleship and Teamwork31:03 The Importance of Discipleship34:37 Expanding Our Reach Through Risk40:49 The Legacy of One-Way Missionaries43:09 Invitation to Salvation and CommitmentShow NotesALL PROCEEDS GO TO WORLD EVANGELISMLocate a CFM Church near you: https://cfmmap.orgWe need five-star reviews! Tell the world what you think about this podcast at:• Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://apple.co/3vy1s5b• Podchaser: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/taking-the-land-cfm-sermon-pod-43369v

In this episode, Dr. Killeen explores the idea that while specialization is important, some of the most valuable insights come from outside your field. We are often trained to stay within our lane, but many powerful concepts can be applied across disciplines in surprising ways. Just the same in dentistry, ideas from areas like psychology, business, or even sports can improve communication, leadership, and systems. When we start connecting knowledge from different fields, we open the door to better thinking and new solutions. Stay curious beyond dentistry. Sometimes the best ideas for your practice come from places you would not expect.

Dr. Killeen explores an important truth that intelligence alone does not guarantee good decisions. History shows that even highly capable leaders can make costly mistakes when factors like overconfidence, limited perspective, or groupthink get in the way. In dentistry, decisions around hiring, systems, and patient care carry real weight. The goal is not perfection, but building habits that lead to better outcomes over time. Seeking input, staying open to new information, and being willing to adjust course are what separate good decision makers from the rest. Stay curious and humble. Asking one simple question, what might I be missing, can lead to clearer thinking and better choices.

Dr. Killeen takes a closer look at how we make decisions and why the biggest ones are often the hardest. While small choices fill our day, it is the larger decisions that shape our careers, practices, and relationships over time. Many of us rely on simple tools like pros and cons, but those often fall short when uncertainty and long term impact are involved. Instead of trying to figure everything out alone, there is real value in learning from people who have faced similar decisions before. Better decisions do not always come from more thinking, but from better perspective. Sometimes the fastest way forward is to borrow wisdom from those who have already walked the path.

In this episode, Dr. Killeen shares a refreshing perspective on what success actually feels like in real time. While success stories often sound smooth in hindsight, the reality of building a great practice is usually messy, busy, and uncertain while you are in the middle of it. Growth often comes with challenges like staffing issues, system breakdowns, and long days and those moments can feel chaotic. Oftentimes, those are signs that something meaningful is being built. The noise and discomfort are part of the process. What feels messy now may be the very thing that shapes your future success.

In the spring of 1997, seven-year-old DaNydia “Nee-Nee” Thompson vanished just steps away from her elementary school in Killeen, Texas. What began as a confusing absence quickly escalated into a full-scale search involving family, volunteers, soldiers from nearby Fort Hood, and law enforcement across Central Texas.Witnesses reported seeing a man call DaNydia by name before carrying her away in broad daylight. Despite thousands of tips and an intensive search effort, no trace of her was found, until eight days later, when her remains were discovered in a rural ditch outside the city.Nearly three decades later, DaNydia's case remains unsolved.Investigators believe they may know who is responsible, but the key to justice may still lie with someone who has yet to come forward.If you have any information about the abduction and murder of DaNydia Betty-Jacqueline Thompson, please contact Bell County Crime Stoppers at 254-526-8477.You can support gone cold and listen to the show ad-free at https://patreon.com/gonecoldpodcastFind us at https://www.gonecold.comFor Gone Cold merch, visit https://gonecold.dashery.comFollow gone cold on Facebook, Instagram, Threads, TikTok, YouTube, and X. Search @gonecoldpodcast at all or just click https://linknbio.com/gonecoldpodcast#JusticeForDanydiaThompson #ChildAbduction #Killeen #KilleenTX #Texas #TX #TexasTrueCrime #ColdCase #TrueCrimePodcast #Podcast #Unsolved #MissingPerson #Missing #Murder #UnsolvedMurder #UnsolvedMysteries #Homicide #CrimeStories #PodcastRecommendations #CrimeJunkie #MysteryPodcastBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/gone-cold-texas-true-crime--3203003/support.

Today, Dr. Killeen reflects on a simple idea from Lao Tzu that carries real weight in leadership. While it is easy to focus on directing others, true growth comes from learning to manage your own reactions, habits, and mindset. Challenges show up daily and in dentistry. The schedules shift, patients get frustrated, and systems break down. The way you respond in those moments sets the tone for your team far more than any instruction you give. Self control is the foundation of strong leadership. When you lead yourself well, your team often follows naturally.