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Over 50% of practices are either thinking about or starting to move out of network. It's a trend that's not slowing down! In this episode, Kirk Behrendt brings back Dave Monahan, founder and CEO of Kleer, to share the shocking data behind going out of network and why you'll wish you had done it sooner. To learn all the benefits of going out of network for you and your patients, listen to Episode 937 of The Best Practices Show!Learn More About Dave:Send Dave an email: dave@kleer.com Follow Kleer-Membersy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clerri_officialLearn more about Kleer-Membersy: https://clerri.comMore Helpful Links for a Better Practice & a Better Life:Subscribe to The Best Practices Show: https://the-best-practices-show.captivate.fm/listenJoin The Best Practices Association: https://www.actdental.com/bpaDownload ACT's BPA app on the Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/best-practices-association/id6738960360Download ACT's BPA app on the Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.actdental.join&hl=en_USJoin ACT's To The Top Study Club: https://www.actdental.com/tttGet The Best Practices Magazine for free: https://www.actdental.com/magazinePlease leave us a review on the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-best-practices-show-with-kirk-behrendt/id1223838218Episode Resources:Watch the video version of Episode 937: https://www.youtube.com/@actdental/videosMain Takeaways:More practices than ever are thinking about or going out of network.Going out of network doesn't mean you will lose the majority of your patients.Whether you're going fully or partially out of network, adopt a membership plan.Membership plans are cost-effective for patients and will be better for your practice.Start by dropping your lowest producing insurer. You'll wish you had started it sooner!Snippets:0:00 Introduction.1:50 Are dentists going out of network?4:56 Why are large insurance companies purchasing dental practices?7:09 How many patients will you lose if you go out of network?9:34 What happens if dental insurance disappears?13:14 Final thoughts.14:18 More about Kleer-Membersy.Dave Monahan Bio:Dave Monahan is the CEO of Kleer, an advanced, cloud-based platform that enables dentists to easily design and manage their own membership plan and offer it directly to their patients. Kleer is turn-key and free to implement. Their mission is simple: partner with dentists to increase...

This episode of Let Us Be Idiots amounts to various recordings being “stitched” together. The entire collectionof audio tracks used for this episode was recorded in August this year. The more critical factor in this episode is breaking down the two segments with context. The first segment summarized, Matteo Pascale, while on a road trip, visited theCorning Museum of Glass. The museum had a “Glass Crystal Harmonica” on display. The museum's exhibit featured an interactive component regarding the Crystalophone, the official name for this type of musical instrument. The additional interactive feature included an audio recording of someone playing the Crystalophone. Matteo Pascale, as he doesbest, made an audio recording captured on an iPhone. Of the audio recording of someone playing the Crystalophone. To finish off this segment with CorningMuseum of Glass' own words of there:Audio Crystal SpiritYatri (Kathryn Root),Lenox, Massachusetts,Pilgrim Records, 1996Performer: YatriThe following segment consists solely of recorded interactions with John LoCicero, aka Big Chief (my grandfather). That had also been recorded in August of this year. ***Outro Rap lyrics were written and performed by @jdange23 and the beat was produced by Matteo Pascale.***All other content can be found on the website:https://www.crooklyncomedy.com/Crooklyn Comedy and Let Us Be Idiots Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/user?u=66644629Social media links:Main Twitter: https://twitter.com/MatteoPascaleCrooklyn Comedy Twitter: https://twitter.com/CrooklynComedyMain Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/comedianmatteopascale/Crooklyn Comedy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crooklyncomedy/Let Us Be Idiots Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letusbeidiots/Matteo Pascale's Website:https://www.crooklyncomedy.com/

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Are you living with purpose, or just going through the motions of daily life?Snippet of wisdom 84.This is one of the most replayed personal development wisdom snippets.My guest Robert Quinn talks about discovering and living a purpose-driven life.Press play to learn how to uncover your unique life purpose and transform the way you see yourself and your contribution to the world.˚VALUABLE RESOURCES:Listen to the full conversation with Robert Quinn in episode #052:https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/52˚To explore coaching with Agi: https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/mentor˚

Are you unhappy with your practice and feeling stuck? In this episode, Kirk Behrendt brings in Dr. Pamela Maragliano, chief editor of Dental Economics, to inspire you with her journey to pursue excellence with confidence. Stop compromising your values to make others happy! To learn how to build your ideal vision, team, and practice, listen to Episode 935 of The Best Practices Show!Learn More About Dr. Maragliano:Follow Dr. Maragliano on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drpamela_maraglianoListen to Dentistry Unmasked podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/37jqQgIVQQhZpJ6cx3hs1KLearn more about Dental Economics: https://www.dentaleconomics.comMore Helpful Links for a Better Practice & a Better Life:Subscribe to The Best Practices Show: https://the-best-practices-show.captivate.fm/listenJoin The Best Practices Association: https://www.actdental.com/bpaDownload ACT's BPA app on the Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/best-practices-association/id6738960360Download ACT's BPA app on the Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.actdental.join&hl=en_USJoin ACT's To The Top Study Club: https://www.actdental.com/tttGet The Best Practices Magazine for free: https://www.actdental.com/magazinePlease leave us a review on the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-best-practices-show-with-kirk-behrendt/id1223838218Episode Resources:Watch the video version of Episode 935: https://www.youtube.com/@actdental/videosMain Takeaways:Don't compromise your values — especially for a team that doesn't care.Create a mission and a vision for your practice to attract your people.If you're not happy with your practice, do something about it!Stop wasting time with negative people or energy suckers.Always keep looking for the right team members.Be open and enjoy the ride for your career.Snippets:0:00 Introduction.1:00 Dr. Maragliano's background.6:02 Challenges in transitioning from hygienist, to prosthodontist, to practice owner.7:43 Dr. Maragliano's treatment style philosophy.10:27 The current state and trends in dentistry.12:31 Don't compromise your values.16:00 Figure out your non-negotiables.18:48 Find the right people and create a mission.21:47 Values, explained.27:02 Don't stop looking.31:41 Have a ride-or-die in your office.35:35 Have people you trust and give them autonomy.38:10 Final thoughts.40:12 More...

Uninsured patients are afraid of the dentist. But it's not the pain they're scared of! They don't have coverage, and they're anxious about the cost. In this episode, Kirk Behrendt brings back Dave Monahan, founder and CEO of Kleer, to share how to remove this barrier and grow your collections by 182%. To learn the easier way to get patients through the door and accept treatment, listen to Episode 934 of The Best Practices Show!Learn More About Dave:Send Dave an email: dave@kleer.com Follow Kleer-Membersy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clerri_officialLearn more about Kleer-Membersy's case studies: https://clerri.comMore Helpful Links for a Better Practice & a Better Life:Subscribe to The Best Practices Show: https://the-best-practices-show.captivate.fm/listenJoin The Best Practices Association: https://www.actdental.com/bpaDownload ACT's BPA app on the Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/best-practices-association/id6738960360Download ACT's BPA app on the Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.actdental.join&hl=en_USJoin ACT's To The Top Study Club: https://www.actdental.com/tttGet The Best Practices Magazine for free: https://www.actdental.com/magazinePlease leave us a review on the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-best-practices-show-with-kirk-behrendt/id1223838218Episode Resources:Watch the video version of Episode 934: https://www.youtube.com/@actdental/videosMain Takeaways:Focus on getting existing patients to come in more often and accept needed treatment.Uninsured patients avoid dentists mostly due to lack of coverage and fear of cost.Patients with coverage, such as a membership plan, come in twice as much.Membership plans increase treatment presentation and acceptance.You will keep more of what you produce with a membership plan.Snippets:0:00 Introduction.1:56 Engage your existing patients.4:05 Coverage, defined.6:06 Kleer's case study data.11:09 Collections is the most important metric.12:58 Average discount percentages.14:59 Final thoughts.16:03 More about Kleer-Membersy.Dave Monahan Bio:Dave Monahan is the CEO of Kleer, an advanced, cloud-based platform that enables dentists to easily design and manage their own membership plan and offer it directly to their patients. Kleer is turn-key and free to implement. Their mission is simple: partner with dentists to increase the value of their practices by making dental care...

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Do you ever wish you had a second set of eyes — without the headache of opinions and emotions? Well, now it's possible! In this episode, Kirk Behrendt brings back Mike Buckner, executive vice president of revenue at Pearl, to showcase the impact of using AI to provide better care for your patients. To learn how AI will help you detect problems earlier, more accurately, and even more quickly, listen to Episode 933 of The Best Practices Show!Learn More About Mike:Send Mike an email: mike@hellopearl.com Follow Mike on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikebucknerpearlTo connect, learn more about Pearl, and receive exclusive ACT Dental Partner benefits, please visit https://pages.hellopearl.com/actMore Helpful Links for a Better Practice & a Better Life:Subscribe to The Best Practices Show: https://the-best-practices-show.captivate.fm/listenJoin The Best Practices Association: https://www.actdental.com/bpaDownload ACT's BPA app on the Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/best-practices-association/id6738960360Download ACT's BPA app on the Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.actdental.join&hl=en_USJoin ACT's To The Top Study Club: https://www.actdental.com/tttGet The Best Practices Magazine for free: https://www.actdental.com/magazinePlease leave us a review on the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-best-practices-show-with-kirk-behrendt/id1223838218Episode Resources:Watch the video version of Episode 933: https://www.youtube.com/@actdental/videosRead Buy Back Your Time by Dan Martell: https://www.buybackyourtime.comMain Takeaways:Think of AI as a spell check tool. It can help you do more and save time.AI, in recent years, has become even better with diagnostic accuracy.Reduce insurance claims headaches with AI's flagging system.Increase your confidence by using AI as a second opinion.With AI, you will be able to provide better patient care.Appoint a team member to be your “AI researcher”.Snippets:0:00 Introduction.0:42 Buy Back Your Time.2:51 AI, explained.5:56 How quickly is AI learning?9:18 The impact of poor X-ray quality.13:16 How the AI flagging system works.14:02 AI helps you provide better care.15:47 Final thoughts.17:09 More about Pearl AI.Mike Buckner Bio:Mike has spent the last 12

How many rejections would it take before you gave up on your dream?Snippet of wisdom 83.This is one of the most replayed personal development wisdom snippets.My guest Mitzi Perdue shares the incredible journey of the "Chicken Soup for the Soul" book, which has sold over 500 million copies.Press play now to hear how persistence can turn your biggest rejection into your greatest triumph.˚VALUABLE RESOURCES:Listen to the full conversation with Mitzi Perdue in episode #240:https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/240˚

You don't need to work harder, and you don't need to produce more. You just need to collect what you're owed! In this episode, Kirk Behrendt brings back Robyn Theisen, one of ACT's amazing coaches, to show you how much money you're leaving on the table and how to tighten your collection gap. To learn how to start collecting 100%, listen to Episode 932 of The Best Practices Show!Learn More About Robyn:Send Robyn an email: robyn@actdental.com Follow Robyn on ACT's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/actdentalSend Courtney an email: courtney@actdental.com More Helpful Links for a Better Practice & a Better Life:Subscribe to The Best Practices Show: https://the-best-practices-show.captivate.fm/listenJoin The Best Practices Association: https://www.actdental.com/bpaDownload ACT's BPA app on the Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/best-practices-association/id6738960360Download ACT's BPA app on the Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.actdental.join&hl=en_USJoin ACT's To The Top Study Club: https://www.actdental.com/tttGet The Best Practices Magazine for free: https://www.actdental.com/magazinePlease leave us a review on the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-best-practices-show-with-kirk-behrendt/id1223838218Episode Resources:Watch the video version of Episode 932: https://www.youtube.com/@actdental/videosRegister to ACT's BPA for GAPs at a Glance: https://join.actdental.com/users/sign_in?post_login_redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fjoin.actdental.com%2Fc%2Fpractice-coaching-tools%2Ffinancial-gaps-at-a-glance#emailMain Takeaways:95% sounds pretty good. But collecting 95% of your collectible production is not an “A”.Your issue isn't collections — it's not having firm and strong financial arrangements.Financial conversations start at the front. Empower your team with confidence.Verbal skills matter. Be aligned with your language when asking for payment.Do consistent billing and follow-ups and have someone own these systems.It's not about producing more, but about collecting everything you produce.Improving collections even by 1% or 2% has huge gains over time.Always aim to collect 100% of what you net produce.Snippets:0:00 Introduction.1:45 The collection gap,...

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You want to fill your practice with cash-paying patients. But being uninsured doesn't mean more loyalty and more treatment! In this episode, Kirk Behrendt brings back Dave Monahan, founder and CEO of Kleer, to share some shocking data on cash-paying patients and why you need to invest in a membership plan for your practice. To learn how to increase the number of ideal, cash-paying patients, listen to Episode 931 of The Best Practices Show!Learn More About Dave:Send Dave an email: dave@kleer.com Follow Kleer-Membersy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clerri_officialLearn more about Kleer-Membersy: https://clerri.comMore Helpful Links for a Better Practice & a Better Life:Subscribe to The Best Practices Show: https://the-best-practices-show.captivate.fm/listenJoin The Best Practices Association: https://www.actdental.com/bpaDownload ACT's BPA app on the Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/best-practices-association/id6738960360Download ACT's BPA app on the Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.actdental.join&hl=en_USJoin ACT's To The Top Study Club: https://www.actdental.com/tttGet The Best Practices Magazine for free: https://www.actdental.com/magazinePlease leave us a review on the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-best-practices-show-with-kirk-behrendt/id1223838218Episode Resources:Watch the video version of Episode 931: https://www.youtube.com/@actdental/videosLearn more about Pearl Street Dental Partners: https://www.pearlstreetdentalpartners.comMain Takeaways:Don't assume that your uninsured patients are paying full fee. They aren't!Study the data between active cash patients versus membership patients.Membership plans will attract and retain patients with better patient care.Moving cash-paying patients to a membership can double your metrics.Snippets:0:00 Introduction.1:54 Why these metrics are important.3:48 Pearl Street case study.8:08 Active patients, explained.9:27 Data on uninsured patients versus membership patients.12:48 Data on discounts for uninsured patients versus membership patients.14:52 Final thoughts.16:34 More about Kleer-Membersy.Dave Monahan Bio:Dave Monahan is the CEO of Kleer, an advanced, cloud-based platform that enables dentists to easily design and manage their own membership plan and offer it directly to their

Time is the one thing you can't buy back. Once it's gone, it's gone! In this episode, Kirk Behrendt brings back Mike Buckner, executive vice president of revenue at Pearl, to talk about AI and how it can help you and your team be more efficient in your practice. To learn how to free up time for the things that matter most, listen to Episode 930 of The Best Practices Show!Learn More About Mike:Send Mike an email: mike@hellopearl.com Follow Mike on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikebucknerpearlLearn more about Pearl: https://www.hellopearl.comMore Helpful Links for a Better Practice & a Better Life:Subscribe to The Best Practices Show: https://the-best-practices-show.captivate.fm/listenJoin The Best Practices Association: https://www.actdental.com/bpaDownload ACT's BPA app on the Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/best-practices-association/id6738960360Download ACT's BPA app on the Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.actdental.join&hl=en_USJoin ACT's To The Top Study Club: https://www.actdental.com/tttGet The Best Practices Magazine for free: https://www.actdental.com/magazinePlease leave us a review on the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-best-practices-show-with-kirk-behrendt/id1223838218Episode Resources:Watch the video version of Episode 930: https://www.youtube.com/@actdental/videosRead Buy Back Your Time by Dan Martell: https://www.buybackyourtime.comMain Takeaways:Almost 90% of the work offloaded to AI is accurate.Audit your time to determine which tasks drain you most.Offload the low-value or most draining tasks to technology.Replace the time you've bought back with higher value tasks.Appoint a team member to be the “AI expert” to help you integrate AI.Practices resistant to AI will be surpassed by practices that leverage it.Snippets:0:00 Introduction.0:34 Time is your most important commodity.2:47 The three-step process to offload what drains you.4:56 Benefits of using Pearl AI for office managers.8:50 Why Pearl AI is a better insurance verification solution.11:05 How Pearl AI helps you be efficient with your time.13:19 How accurate is Pearl AI?14:42 Does Pearl AI work with all software?15:15 Things you should know about AI.17:47 Final thoughts.19:36 More about Pearl AI.Mike Buckner...

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How long does it take to collect what you're owed? The longer you wait, the less likely you are to collect it! In this episode, Kirk Behrendt brings back Ariel Juday, one of ACT's amazing coaches, to break down accounts receivable percentage, where your numbers should be, and what to do if they're not in the ideal ranges. To learn how to collect what you're owed as quickly as possible, listen to Episode 928 of The Best Practices Show!Learn More About Ariel:Send Ariel an email: ariel@actdental.com Follow Ariel on ACT's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/actdentalSend Courtney an email to learn more about ACT: courtney@actdental.com More Helpful Links for a Better Practice & a Better Life:Subscribe to The Best Practices Show: https://the-best-practices-show.captivate.fm/listenJoin The Best Practices Association: https://www.actdental.com/bpaDownload ACT's BPA app on the Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/best-practices-association/id6738960360Download ACT's BPA app on the Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.actdental.join&hl=en_USJoin ACT's To The Top Study Club: https://www.actdental.com/tttGet The Best Practices Magazine for free: https://www.actdental.com/magazinePlease leave us a review on the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-best-practices-show-with-kirk-behrendt/id1223838218Episode Resources:Watch the video version of Episode 928: https://www.youtube.com/@actdental/videosMain Takeaways:The older a balance is, the more difficult it is to collect it.Create a clear financial policy and review it with your patients.Know your benchmarks for current, overdue, and delinquent balances.Have a plan to collect before rescheduling patients who have overdue balances.Do weekly audits of AR balances and have a follow-up system that someone owns.Snippets:0:00 Introduction.2:27 Why this is an important topic.3:21 AR percentage, explained.5:41 How AR percentage impacts the practice.9:35 AR benchmarks, explained.10:58 What it looks like when AR percentage is going well.12:29 Collect 100% or more of your net collections.13:34 What it looks like when AR percentage is not going well.15:24 How to improve your AR percentage.20:08 Last thoughts.Ariel Juday Bio:Ariel has a master's in healthcare administration and several years of dental experience in all aspects of the administrative roles within the dental office. Her passion is

Royals GM J.J. Picollo joins Buster to discuss his traded deadline experience, how much the parity in the American League was a factor in making moves, extending Seth Lugo, adding Mike Yastrzemski, and trading Freddy Fermin to the Padres. Then, Alden Gonzalez talks about the tight AL East race, his preseason Mariners' prediction, the Yankees trying to get Devin Williams right, and Mookie Betts figuring it out at the plate. Then, Sarah Langs on the Brewers reaching 70 wins. Later, Todd Radom shares this week's Ballpark & Beyond, and administers the quiz. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 2:40 Royals GM J.J. Picollo 16:06 Alden Gonzalez 33:58 Sarah Langs 35:44 Todd Radom 46:03 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Royals GM J.J. Picollo joins Buster to discuss his traded deadline experience, how much the parity in the American League was a factor in making moves, extending Seth Lugo, adding Mike Yastrzemski, and trading Freddy Fermin to the Padres. Then, Alden Gonzalez talks about the tight AL East race, his preseason Mariners' prediction, the Yankees trying to get Devin Williams right, and Mookie Betts figuring it out at the plate. Then, Sarah Langs on the Brewers reaching 70 wins. Later, Todd Radom shares this week's Ballpark & Beyond, and administers the quiz. CALL THE SHOW: 406-404-8460 EMAIL THE SHOW: BleacherTweets@gmail.com REACH OUT ON X: #BLEACHERTWEETS 2:40 Royals GM J.J. Picollo 16:06 Alden Gonzalez 33:58 Sarah Langs 35:44 Todd Radom 46:03 Bleacher Tweets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

About 70% of dentists will be embezzled during their careers. In fact, it may be happening to you now! In this episode, Kirk Behrendt brings back David Harris, embezzlement expert and CEO of Prosperident, to continue with part two of how to stop embezzlement from happening in your practice. To learn the best monitoring framework to stop future thieves in their tracks, listen to Episode 927 of The Best Practices Show!Learn More About David:Give David a call: (888) 398-2327Email David for the monthly monitoring spreadsheet: requests@prosperident.com Follow David on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidharris9406Join David on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/davidharrisprosperidentLearn more about Prosperident: https://www.prosperident.comMore Helpful Links for a Better Practice & a Better Life:Subscribe to The Best Practices Show: https://the-best-practices-show.captivate.fm/listenJoin The Best Practices Association: https://www.actdental.com/bpaDownload ACT's BPA app on the Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/best-practices-association/id6738960360Download ACT's BPA app on the Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.actdental.join&hl=en_USJoin ACT's To The Top Study Club: https://www.actdental.com/tttGet The Best Practices Magazine for free: https://www.actdental.com/magazinePlease leave us a review on the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-best-practices-show-with-kirk-behrendt/id1223838218Episode Resources:Watch the video version of Episode 927: https://www.youtube.com/@actdental/videosWatch Episode 926 with David Harris: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n_yuHXQA-TkMain Takeaways:Ensure your day-end report matches up with what you remember from that day.Review your day-end report and ask yourself if what you see makes sense.Have other providers sign off on their day-end reports for accountability.Print your own reports. Don't open the doors for selective reporting.Make a habit of initialing and putting away reports that you review.Compare day-end and month-end numbers for each month.Confirm that your collections and deposits add up.Learn to trust systems, not just people.Snippets:0:00 Introduction.2:36 David's background.4:20...

What if the two most powerful stories in your life are the ones you haven't rewritten yet?Snippet of wisdom 82.This is one of the most replayed personal development wisdom snippets.My guest, speaking coach Pat Quinn, talks about the two most important stories that we tell ourselves.Press play to reclaim your past and rewrite your future with the power of intentional storytelling.˚VALUABLE RESOURCES:Listen to the full conversation with Pat Quinn in episode #120:https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/120˚

About 70% of dentists will be embezzled at some point in their career. About 80% of them can be prevented just by having the right systems. In this episode, Kirk Behrendt brings back David Harris, embezzlement expert and CEO of Prosperident, to share three rules that will deter future thieves and reduce your risk of embezzlement. If someone is going to steal from you, make it extremely difficult! To learn how to drastically reduce your risk of embezzlement, listen to Episode 926 of The Best Practices Show!Learn More About David:Give David a call: (888) 398-2327Follow David on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davidharris9406Join David on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/davidharrisprosperidentLearn more about Prosperident: https://www.prosperident.comMore Helpful Links for a Better Practice & a Better Life:Subscribe to The Best Practices Show: https://the-best-practices-show.captivate.fm/listenJoin The Best Practices Association: https://www.actdental.com/bpaDownload ACT's BPA app on the Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/best-practices-association/id6738960360Download ACT's BPA app on the Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.actdental.join&hl=en_USJoin ACT's To The Top Study Club: https://www.actdental.com/tttGet The Best Practices Magazine for free: https://www.actdental.com/magazinePlease leave us a review on the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-best-practices-show-with-kirk-behrendt/id1223838218Episode Resources:Watch the video version of Episode 926: https://www.youtube.com/@actdental/videosMain Takeaways:Break up the duties of the revenue cycle. No one does more than two of the six tasks.Only clinicians who were in the operatory should enter treatment into the software.Anyone is capable of a dishonest act given the wrong set of circumstances.Get a PO Box. Dentists should be the only ones with access to the mail.Don't try to monitor everything yourself. Delegate more to your team.Use cross-training as a way to transition into dividing up systems.Have multiple sets of eyes on tasks to catch discrepancies.Embezzlement does more than just financial damage.Snippets:0:00 Introduction.1:11 David's background.2:05 Embezzlement affects more than just finances.4:14 Why division of duties is important.5:51 The revenue cycle and the six tasks, explained.7:46 Rule 1) Treatment should not be entered by the front desk...

How efficient is your collections process? By looking at one number, you can find out! In this episode, Kirk Behrendt brings back Ariel Juday, one of ACT's amazing coaches, to break down accounts receivable ratio. She explains what AR is, how to track it, and what you can do if it's not at a healthy number. To learn how to manage and take control of your AR, listen to Episode 925 of The Best Practices Show!Learn More About Ariel:Send Ariel an email: ariel@actdental.com Follow Ariel on ACT's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/actdentalSend Courtney an email to learn more about ACT: courtney@actdental.com More Helpful Links for a Better Practice & a Better Life:Subscribe to The Best Practices Show: https://the-best-practices-show.captivate.fm/listenJoin The Best Practices Association: https://www.actdental.com/bpaDownload ACT's BPA app on the Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/best-practices-association/id6738960360Download ACT's BPA app on the Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.actdental.join&hl=en_USJoin ACT's To The Top Study Club: https://www.actdental.com/tttGet The Best Practices Magazine for free: https://www.actdental.com/magazinePlease leave us a review on the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-best-practices-show-with-kirk-behrendt/id1223838218Episode Resources:Watch the video version of Episode 925: https://www.youtube.com/@actdental/videosMain Takeaways:Your ideal AR ratio is 1:1. For every $1 produced, you're owed no more than $1.Calculate your AR ratio monthly or quarterly to keep track of any increases.Have a clear financial policy and collect at time of service to keep AR low.If your AR isn't healthy, don't be upset with your team members.You can't fix your AR overnight. Have realistic expectations.Snippets:0:00 Introduction.2:10 Accounts receivable, explained.4:14 Example of a healthy AR ratio.4:55 How AR impacts your practice.5:49 What a low AR ratio indicates.6:39 Pros and cons of negative receivables.8:38 How to impact your AR ratio.11:34 Last thoughts.Ariel Juday Bio:Ariel has a master's in healthcare administration and several years of dental experience in all aspects of the administrative roles within the dental office. Her passion is to work with dental teams to empower team members to realize their full potential in order to better serve patients, improve office systems to ensure a well-functioning...

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Being a dentist isn't easy, and neither is being an entrepreneur. In this episode, Kirk Behrendt brings in Dr. Jeff Henneberg, co-founder of Smile Source Spokane, to share his path from being an educator to entrepreneurship and offer his words of wisdom and encouragement for current and future practice owners. To learn the essential tools and skills of entrepreneurship, listen to Episode 924 of The Best Practices Show!Learn More About Dr. Henneberg:Join Dr. Henneberg on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/smilesourcespokaneFollow Dr. Henneberg on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smilespokanenorthLearn more about Smile Source Spokane: https://www.smilesourcespokane.comMore Helpful Links for a Better Practice & a Better Life:Subscribe to The Best Practices Show: https://the-best-practices-show.captivate.fm/listenJoin The Best Practices Association: https://www.actdental.com/bpaDownload ACT's BPA app on the Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/best-practices-association/id6738960360Download ACT's BPA app on the Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.actdental.join&hl=en_USJoin ACT's To The Top Study Club: https://www.actdental.com/tttGet The Best Practices Magazine for free: https://www.actdental.com/magazinePlease leave us a review on the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-best-practices-show-with-kirk-behrendt/id1223838218Episode Resources:Watch the video version of Episode 924: https://www.youtube.com/@actdental/videosMain Takeaways:Entrepreneurship is a learnable skill, not something innate.Whether it's Smile Source or not, find a community to be a part of.Balance your time and your life. It will make you a better human being.Keep on giving. It's when you're giving that you'll feel like you're truly living.Figure out who you are and what is important to you about the role of dentistry.Snippets:0:00 Introduction.1:40 Dr. Henneberg's background and what pulled him into dentistry.11:12 Can entrepreneurship be taught?12:42 Bumps in the road and lessons learned.19:26 The community of Smile Source.22:08 The dark side of entrepreneurship.25:08 The importance of finding a community.27:50 Figure out who you are.30:11 More bumps in the road and lessons learned.34:03 The future for Dr. Henneberg.36:04 The importance of controlling your time.40:57 Final thoughts.Dr. Jeff Henneberg Bio:Dr....

Are you struggling to maintain a consistent morning routine that actually makes a difference?Snippet of wisdom 81.This is one of the most replayed personal development wisdom snippets.My guest, the breathwork instructor Tim van der Vliet, who I recently had on the show for the second time, talks about the minimum morning routine.Take seven minutes to revolutionize your mornings! Press play and discover the power of doing a little, every day.˚VALUABLE RESOURCES:Listen to the full conversation with Tim van der Vliet in episode #208:https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/208˚

About 50% of your new patients will not return. Why does that happen, and what can you do about it? In this episode, Kirk Behrendt brings in Brad James, director of SMB sales at Kleer and Membersy, to explain the true problem you have in your practice. You don't have a new patient problem — you have a patient loyalty problem! To learn what's keeping new patients away and how to create loyalty in your practice, listen to Episode 923 of The Best Practices Show!Learn More About Brad:Follow Kleer and Membersy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kleerandmembersyLearn more about Kleer and Membersy: https://www.kleer.comMore Helpful Links for a Better Practice & a Better Life:Subscribe to The Best Practices Show: https://the-best-practices-show.captivate.fm/listenJoin The Best Practices Association: https://www.actdental.com/bpaDownload ACT's BPA app on the Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/best-practices-association/id6738960360Download ACT's BPA app on the Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.actdental.join&hl=en_USJoin ACT's To The Top Study Club: https://www.actdental.com/tttGet The Best Practices Magazine for free: https://www.actdental.com/magazinePlease leave us a review on the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-best-practices-show-with-kirk-behrendt/id1223838218Episode Resources:Watch the video version of Episode 923: https://www.youtube.com/@actdental/videosWatch Episode 904 with Jeff Janssen: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hyBwnKvavDcRead The Membership Economy by Robbie Kellman Baxter: https://robbiekellmanbaxter.com/the-membership-economyMain Takeaways:Membership patients, on average, spend 66% more.Cash-paying patients don't come in as often as you think.Study your practice data to avoid making knee-jerk decisions.Offering membership plans builds loyalty by providing affordability.Evaluate your team before trying to manage membership plans in-house.Focus on creating loyalty across your practice, not just marketing to new patients.Uninsured patients are least likely to return, spend money, and listen to suggestions.Snippets:0:00 Introduction.1:57 Brad's background.4:28 Lacking visibility of practice data and why it's a problem.8:50 Consequences of not knowing your numbers.11:43 New patients aren't always the...

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Learn how to shop for fabric with intention, avoid common buying mistakes, and build a collection that truly reflects your sewing goals and personal style. We share strategies to help you resist impulse purchases while still enjoying the creative process of fabric shopping. Join Seamwork to create your wardrobe with us each month. Get our free sewing planner and start designing. Get our free Snippets newsletter Download our free fitting journal Watch our tutorials and see what Sarai's making on YouTube Follow us on Instagram Find us on TikTok Seamwork is the online sewing community that supports the whole sewing process, from design to closet. We help you uncover your style, what matters to you, and how to express yourself through sewing. Join us on this creative journey!

You can't recapture 100% of your cancellations — but you can get 80% or more! In this episode, Kirk Behrendt brings back Miranda Beeson, ACT's director of education, to break down recaptured percentage, how to track it, and ways to create a strong system to increase reappointment. To learn the secrets for actively rescheduling patients, listen to Episode 922 of The Best Practices Show!Learn More About Miranda:Send Miranda an email: miranda@actdental.com Follow Miranda on ACT's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/actdentalSend Courtney an email to learn more about ACT: courtney@actdental.com More Helpful Links for a Better Practice & a Better Life:Subscribe to The Best Practices Show: https://the-best-practices-show.captivate.fm/listenJoin The Best Practices Association: https://www.actdental.com/bpaDownload ACT's BPA app on the Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/best-practices-association/id6738960360Download ACT's BPA app on the Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.actdental.join&hl=en_USJoin ACT's To The Top Study Club: https://www.actdental.com/tttGet The Best Practices Magazine for free: https://www.actdental.com/magazinePlease leave us a review on the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-best-practices-show-with-kirk-behrendt/id1223838218Episode Resources:Watch the video version of Episode 922: https://www.youtube.com/@actdental/videosJoin ACT's BPA to get the Ideal Day Scheduling Guide: https://join.actdental.com/users/sign_in?post_login_redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fjoin.actdental.com%2Fc%2Fpractice-coaching-tools%2Fcolor-coding-block-scheduling-and-ideal-day-scheduling#emailMain Takeaways:Aim to recapture 80% or more of your cancellations.Create a script to help your team reappoint cancellations on the spot.Track cancellations in real time and follow up with patients on the same day.Strengthen your verbal skills. Don't just tell patients to, “Call us when you're ready.”Build an active follow-up system. Contact patients within a day or two of a cancellation.Snippets:0:00 Introduction.1:48 Recaptured percentage, explained.4:40 How this percentage impacts your practice.6:51 What it looks like when recaptured percentage is high.8:47...

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What if four simple questions could completely transform the direction of your life?Snippet of wisdom 80.This is one of the most replayed personal development wisdom snippets. Listen to learn the four transformative questions that can help you break out of stagnation and design a life that fulfills you.˚VALUABLE RESOURCES:Listen to the full conversation with Richard Flint in episode #226:https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/226Join our growing community at MasterySeekersTribe.com, where self-mastery seekers come together for connection and growth.˚

In this episode, Sarai and Haley share their favorite strategies for finding and completing satisfying sewing projects in a single day. They discuss why quick projects are important for your sewing journey and share 5 specific patterns you can start and finish even when you're short on time. Join Seamwork to create your wardrobe with us each month. Get our free sewing planner and start designing. Get our free Snippets newsletter Download our free fitting journal Watch our tutorials and see what Sarai's making on YouTube Follow us on Instagram Find us on TikTok Seamwork is the online sewing community that supports the whole sewing process, from design to closet. We help you uncover your style, what matters to you, and how to express yourself through sewing. Join us on this creative journey!

Cancellations will always happen — but there's a way to reduce and prevent them from happening! In this episode, Kirk Behrendt brings back Miranda Beeson, ACT's director of education, to break down cancellation and no-show percentage and what you can do if you have high levels of broken appointments. Stop making it too easy to cancel! To learn the secret to getting patients to show up, listen to Episode 919 of The Best Practices Show!Learn More About Miranda:Send Miranda an email: miranda@actdental.com Follow Miranda on ACT's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/actdentalSend Courtney an email to learn more about ACT: courtney@actdental.com More Helpful Links for a Better Practice & a Better Life:Subscribe to The Best Practices Show: https://the-best-practices-show.captivate.fm/listenJoin The Best Practices Association: https://www.actdental.com/bpaDownload ACT's BPA app on the Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/best-practices-association/id6738960360Download ACT's BPA app on the Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.actdental.join&hl=en_USJoin ACT's To The Top Study Club: https://www.actdental.com/tttGet The Best Practices Magazine for free: https://www.actdental.com/magazinePlease leave us a review on the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-best-practices-show-with-kirk-behrendt/id1223838218Episode Resources:Watch the video version of Episode 919: https://www.youtube.com/@actdental/videosRegister for ACT's To The Top Study Club (July 25, 2025): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climb-with-us-register-for-july-25-2025-ttt-study-club-tickets-1205497959849Main Takeaways:Your ideal cancellation/no-show percentage is under 10%.Proactively reach out to patients with unconfirmed appointments.Put a system in place for releasing or keeping unconfirmed appointments.Have a reminder system that utilizes both automated and personal outreach.Be intentional with your language. Don't call to confirm appointments — remind them.Communicate the value of appointments to patients and policies around missed visits.Snippets:0:00 Introduction.3:15 Cancellation and no-show percentage, explained.5:16 How this percentage impacts the practice.7:59 What it looks like when it's going well.9:47 What it looks like when it's not going...

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On this episode I discuss Japan's famous fighting sport, Sumo. We go into the history, as well as some of the physical aspects of the athletes.

We've all been there - you spend countless hours making a garment only to rush through the hem and end up with a less-than-professional finish. In this episode, Sarai and Haley share their favorite hemming techniques for different fabrics, practical advice for choosing the right hem for your project, and simple solutions to common hemming problems. Join Seamwork to create your wardrobe with us each month. Get our free sewing planner and start designing. Get our free Snippets newsletter Download our free fitting journal Watch our tutorials and see what Sarai's making on YouTube Follow us on Instagram Find us on TikTok Seamwork is the online sewing community that supports the whole sewing process, from design to closet. We help you uncover your style, what matters to you, and how to express yourself through sewing. Join us on this creative journey!

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You love your spouse or partner. But is working with them a good idea? In this episode of the Best Practices Show, Kirk Behrendt brings back Dr. Charlie Ward, visiting faculty member at The Pankey Institute, along with his wife and fellow dentist, Dr. Melody Ward, to share the benefits and challenges of working together and their secrets for making it work. To learn how they've done it for over a decade, listen to Episode 915 of The Best Practices Show!Learn More About Dr. Charlie Ward & Dr. Melody Ward:Send Dr. Charlie Ward an email: charlie@bmoredentalarts.com Follow Dr. Charlie Ward on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcwardddsWatch Dr. Charlie Ward's webinars: https://restorativenation.comFollow Dr. Melody Ward on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mwardperioLearn more about their practice: https://www.baltimoredentalarts.comMore Helpful Links for a Better Practice & a Better Life:Subscribe to The Best Practices Show: https://the-best-practices-show.captivate.fm/listenJoin The Best Practices Association: https://www.actdental.com/bpaDownload ACT's BPA app on the Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/best-practices-association/id6738960360Download ACT's BPA app on the Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.actdental.join&hl=en_USJoin ACT's To The Top Study Club: https://www.actdental.com/tttGet The Best Practices Magazine for free: https://www.actdental.com/magazinePlease leave us a review on the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-best-practices-show-with-kirk-behrendt/id1223838218Episode Resources:Watch the video version of Episode 915: https://www.youtube.com/@actdental/videosMain Takeaways:Have the conversation about why you want to work together and your goals in doing so.Learn about each other's personalities to improve understanding and communication.Make the time to get away from your practice and your family with your spouse.Be intentional about your time off. Going to CE doesn't count as vacation!Set clear rules and boundaries so you limit bringing work back home.Check in regularly with your spouse. Things are always changing.Snippets:0:00 Introduction.2:13 Dr. Charlie Ward's background.3:46 Dr. Melody Ward's background.5:04 How they make it...

Sarai and Haley reveal five specialty notions that transform homemade knit projects into professional-looking garments. These lesser-known tools are perfect for creating polished results on fitted styles like the new Citron dress, eliminating wavy seams, flipped edges, and puckered hems. Join Seamwork to create your wardrobe with us each month. Get our free sewing planner and start designing. Get our free Snippets newsletter Download our free fitting journal Watch our tutorials and see what Sarai's making on YouTube Follow us on Instagram Find us on TikTok Seamwork is the online sewing community that supports the whole sewing process, from design to closet. We help you uncover your style, what matters to you, and how to express yourself through sewing. Join us on this creative journey!

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What does it really mean to "die before you die", and how can this insight radically transform the way you live?Snippet of wisdom 079.In this series, I select my favourite, most insightful moments from previous episodes of the podcast.Today, my guest Martin O'Toole talks about unplugging from the illusion of modern life, the deep regrets people face at the end of their journey, and how embracing presence, gratitude, and awareness can lead to a more meaningful existence.Press play to learn how to escape the hamster wheel, live with fewer regrets, and choose a life of conscious fulfillment.˚VALUABLE RESOURCES:Listen to the full conversation with Martin O'Toole in episodes #316-317:https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/316https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/317˚Click here to get in touch with Agi and discuss mentoring/coaching.˚Join our growing community at MasterySeekersTribe.com, where self-mastery seekers come together for connection and growth.˚

What if the real secret to entrepreneurial success isn't about doing more, but about learning how to genuinely receive support and harness your inner resources? On this episode of The Angel Next Door Podcast, host Marcia Dawood welcomes Andrea Quinn, celebrated coach and author of The Quinn Essentials, to explore the essential mindset shifts that help women founders thrive both personally and professionally.Andrea Quinn draws on 18 years of coaching and her groundbreaking curriculum, The Quinn Essentials—a set of nine tools that empower women to unlock creativity, manage energy, and pursue their ambitions authentically. Her hands-on experience with thousands of women adds depth and practical wisdom to the conversation.Listeners will enjoy a high-impact discussion covering the power of receiving, business mindset, and the value of visualization and supportive communities. This is a must-listen for entrepreneurs and leaders seeking real strategies to overcome burnout, cultivate resilience, and achieve meaningful, sustainable growth. To get the latest from Andrea Quinn, you can follow her below!https://www.linkedin.com/in/theandreaquinn/https://andreaquinncoaching.com/https://thequinnessentials.com/The Quinn Essentials Women's Empowerment WorkshopOctober 18th & 19th - Beverly Hills, CANovember 8th & 9th - New York CityUse code 100Marcia for $100 off the cost of the workshop  Sign up for Marcia's newsletter to receive tips and the latest on Angel Investing!Website: www.marciadawood.comLearn more about the documentary Show Her the Money: www.showherthemoneymovie.comAnd don't forget to follow us wherever you are!Apple Podcasts: https://pod.link/1586445642.appleSpotify: https://pod.link/1586445642.spotifyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/angel-next-door-podcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theangelnextdoorpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marciadawood

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When patients think of palatal expanders, they may think of torture devices. But with recent advancements and technology, they are more sophisticated than ever. In this episode of Clinical Edge Fridays, Kirk Behrendt brings back Dr. Rebecca Bockow, instructor from Spear Education, to share where we are today with MARPEs and why now is the best time to offer it in your practice. To learn how you can “expand” the services you provide, listen to Episode 909 of The Best Practices Show!Learn More About Dr. Bockow:Join Dr. Bockow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InspiredOrthoFollow Dr. Bockow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rbockowRegister for Dr. Bockow's Healthy Growth - Healthy Faces course (September 25-27, 2025): https://www.arnettgunson.com/healthy-growth-healthy-faces-seattleMore Helpful Links for a Better Practice & a Better Life:Subscribe to The Best Practices Show: https://the-best-practices-show.captivate.fm/listenJoin The Best Practices Association: https://www.actdental.com/bpaDownload ACT's BPA app on the Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/best-practices-association/id6738960360Download ACT's BPA app on the Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.actdental.join&hl=en_USJoin ACT's To The Top Study Club: https://www.actdental.com/tttGet The Best Practices Magazine for free: https://www.actdental.com/magazinePlease leave us a review on the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-best-practices-show-with-kirk-behrendt/id1223838218Episode Resources:Watch the video version of Episode 909: https://www.youtube.com/@actdental/videosMain Takeaways:MARPE doesn't replace jaw surgery but is a less invasive solution for some patients.Age is no longer an impediment to MARPEs. Patients in their 60s can have it done.We can increase predictability and reduce complications with custom designs.Advancements have reduced the need for surgical intervention in adults.Educate patients. A MARPE is not a panacea for complex issues.Now is the best time to lean into MARPEs.Snippets:0:00 Introduction.1:23 Dr. Bockow's background.5:22 Why this is an important topic.7:32 MARPEs, explained.15:05 Where we are now with MARPEs.18:35 The recovery process for patients.19:31 Age is no longer an impediment.21:04 What people get wrong about MARPEs.22:45 The future of MARPEs.25:00 Airway and periodontal implications of...

We've all heard about workplace harassment. But how much do you really know? In this episode of Practical Solutions Day, Kirk Behrendt brings back Alan Twigg, president of Bent Ericksen & Associates, to share everything you need to understand about harassment in a dental practice. To learn how to protect your team and practice, listen to Episode 908 of The Best Practices Show!Learn More About Alan:Give Alan a call: (800) 679-2760Send Alan an email: alan@bentericksen.com Join Bent Ericksen on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BentEricksenAssociatesLearn more about Bent Ericksen: https://bentericksen.comTry Bent Ericksen's HR Director package: https://bentericksen.com/product/hr-directorLearn more on Bent Ericksen's Resource Library: https://bentericksen.com/resource-libraryMore Helpful Links for a Better Practice & a Better Life:Subscribe to The Best Practices Show: https://the-best-practices-show.captivate.fm/listenJoin The Best Practices Association: https://www.actdental.com/bpaDownload ACT's BPA app on the Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/best-practices-association/id6738960360Download ACT's BPA app on the Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.actdental.join&hl=en_USJoin ACT's To The Top Study Club: https://www.actdental.com/tttGet The Best Practices Magazine for free: https://www.actdental.com/magazinePlease leave us a review on the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-best-practices-show-with-kirk-behrendt/id1223838218Episode Resources:Watch the video version of Episode 908: https://www.youtube.com/@actdental/videosMain Takeaways:Know that there are multiple types of harassment.Have clear, documented policies against harassment.Different states have different harassment policy requirements.Document that you have reviewed your policies with employees.Specify who people need to report to if they're a victim of harassment.Frequently do training and reminders about your policies with your team.Take reports of harassment seriously! Don't just sweep things under the rug.Snippets:0:00 Introduction.1:11 Alan's background.2:28 Why this is an important topic.5:06 Have clear policies in place.10:59 Important steps to take.17:41...

907: The Bright Future of Private Care Dentistry – Dr. Barrett Straub & Dr. Jeff OsborneWe've all heard it for years: private practice is dying. But is this actually true? In this bonus episode, Kirk Behrendt brings back Dr. Barrett Straub, ACT's CEO, and Dr. Jeff Osborne, chief dental officer of Smile Source, to talk about the state of private care dentistry and to prove that it is thriving now more than ever. Dentistry is still in its golden age! To learn why the future of private practice is so bright and how to love being a practice owner, listen to Episode 907 of The Best Practices Show!Learn More About Dr. Straub & Dr. Osborne:Send Dr. Straub an email: barrett@actdental.com Join Dr. Straub on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/barrett.d.straubFollow Dr. Osborne on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/legacyranchdentaltxLearn more about Smile Source: https://smilesource.comRegister for Smile Source Exchange (September 10-13, 2025): https://sstheexchange25.eventscribe.netMore Helpful Links for a Better Practice & a Better Life:Subscribe to The Best Practices Show: https://the-best-practices-show.captivate.fm/listenJoin The Best Practices Association: https://www.actdental.com/bpaDownload ACT's BPA app on the Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/best-practices-association/id6738960360Download ACT's BPA app on the Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.actdental.join&hl=en_USJoin ACT's To The Top Study Club: https://www.actdental.com/tttGet The Best Practices Magazine for free: https://www.actdental.com/magazinePlease leave us a review on the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-best-practices-show-with-kirk-behrendt/id1223838218Episode Resources:Watch the video version of Episode 907: https://www.youtube.com/@actdental/videosMain Takeaways:Contrary to popular belief, private practice is thriving.With AI and other technology developing, dentistry is in its golden age.Patients need and want comprehensive care, and they are willing to pay for it.Owning your own practice means freedom and a better life — it just takes some work.Master the three circles of the dentist — clinician, entrepreneur, and boss — for success.Snippets:0:00 Introduction.2:12 Why dentistry is

Do you want a productive, predictable schedule? Knowing this one number will make that happen! In this episode of Metric Mondays, Kirk Behrendt brings back Miranda Beeson, ACT's director of education, to break down patient acceptance percentage. By tracking this metric, you can increase case acceptance, improve your production, and help patients get the care they need more quickly. To learn how to fill your schedule with more high-value visits, listen to Episode 906 of The Best Practices Show!Learn More About Miranda:Send Miranda an email: miranda@actdental.com Follow Miranda on ACT's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/actdentalSend Courtney an email to learn more about ACT: courtney@actdental.com More Helpful Links for a Better Practice & a Better Life:Subscribe to The Best Practices Show: https://the-best-practices-show.captivate.fm/listenJoin The Best Practices Association: https://www.actdental.com/bpaDownload ACT's BPA app on the Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/best-practices-association/id6738960360Download ACT's BPA app on the Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.actdental.join&hl=en_USJoin ACT's To The Top Study Club: https://www.actdental.com/tttGet The Best Practices Magazine for free: https://www.actdental.com/magazinePlease leave us a review on the podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-best-practices-show-with-kirk-behrendt/id1223838218Episode Resources:Watch the video version of Episode 906: https://www.youtube.com/@actdental/videosRegister for ACT's To The Top Study Club (July 18th, 2025): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climb-with-us-register-for-july-18-2025-ttt-study-club-tickets-1205460116659Register for ACT's To The Top Study Club (July 25, 2025): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/climb-with-us-register-for-july-25-2025-ttt-study-club-tickets-1205497959849Main Takeaways:Start by building value during the treatment presentation.Ensure that your team is equipped to handle objections.Practice using “so that” statements with your team.Ground conversations in outcomes, not just price.Snippets:0:00 Introduction.2:13 Patient acceptance percentage,...

What if the key to better decoding, spelling, and vocabulary was hidden in the very structure of words? In this episode, we're diving deep into how morphology can transform literacy instruction—starting as early as PreK. Our guest, Sarah from Snippets by Sarah, shares how she helps students understand meaningful word parts and why it's never too early to start.In this episode, we'll talk about:How to teach morphology in PreK–3rd grade classrooms.Why even young students are ready for prefixes, suffixes, and bases.Easy ways to introduce morphemes through word sums and read-alouds.The difference between roots, bases, and affixes (and how to explain them to kids).How morphology builds a foundation for stronger decoding and spelling skills.Show LinksSarah Paul- Website / InstagramShine Learning ServicesJoin Malia on Instagram.Become a Science of Reading Formula member!Rate, Review, and FollowIf you loved this episode, please take a minute to rate and review my show! That helps the podcast world know that this show is worth sharing with other educators just like you.Scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select "Write a Review". Then let me know what you loved most about the episode!While you're there, be sure to follow the podcast. I'm adding a bunch of bonus episodes to the feed and I don't want you to miss out! Follow right here.

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