2605: The Systems Leadership and Risk Issues Dentists Cannot Ignore
The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes
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The Dentalpreneur Podcast. Okay, doctor, it's time to put down that handpiece. You're listening to the show dedicated to helping dentists get their lives back. It's time to decrease your stress, increase your profitability, and regain your passion. Now introducing your host, Dr. Mark Costas.
Hello and welcome to another episode of the Dental For More podcast. I'm your host, Dr. Mark Costas. What is up, my friends? I hope you're doing great out there today. Got a good friend on with me today. We're going to be chatting about this and that. He's the co-founder of the Dental Success Network. My great friend, Michael Lomitan. What's up, dude? Hey, how are you doing? I'm doing great, man. It's not like we don't talk enough, right? I know. I know. This is weird. Like we could pretty much turn on the mics anytime that we're hanging out together, but we decided to make it official today. So thanks for joining me on a little bit of short notice. I thought this would be a great time to catch up. I wanted to hear all about what's going on in DSN and anyway, so I figured let's make a podcast episode out of
2Episode notes
On today's episode, Dr. Mark Costes sits down with longtime friend and Dental Success Network co-founder Michael Lomotan for a wide-ranging conversation on the challenges dental practice owners are facing today. Michael shares what he is hearing from dentists around systems, overhead, staffing, technology, AI, exit planning, and financial organization, while reflecting on his own journey from struggling practice owner to building a stronger, more profitable business.
They also discuss the evolution of DSN, the value of community and coaching, the importance of leadership, and why risk management, HR compliance, and operational discipline can be just as important as production and growth.
Be sure to check out the full episode from the Dentalpreneur Podcast!
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