The Dentist Money™ Show show

The Dentist Money™ Show

Summary: Dental industry experts join Reese Harper, CFP® to share insights dentists can use to make smart financial decisions. Visit DentistAdvisors.com for a complete list of episodes.

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 #142: The Naked Truth About Being Afraid | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 50:08

What do sharks, snakes, surfing, and mosquitoes have in common? In this episode of Dentist Money™ you’ll find out as Reese and Ryan talk about scary things that make you worry at the expense of other things you should be more concerned about. Of course the focus is on investing and how your fears might affect your future, but there’s nothing like a great analogy to get a good discussion rolling. Take a closer look at your financial fears, you may be obsessing about the wrong thing.

 #141: Could Increasing Speed and Patient Count Hurt Your Production? | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 46:10

Reese interviews Dr. Bruce Baird, practicing dentist and Founder and President of the Productive Dentist Academy. If you think being more productive means increasing your speed and adding more patients, you need to hear Dr. Baird’s practical advice. He’s helped thousands of dentists improve their productivity—and they’ve done it while working fewer hours. Listen as Reese gets Dr. Baird to share his recipe for increasing collections without working yourself into the ground.

 #140: The Top Financial Concerns from a Poll of Top Dentists | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 49:36

Are you struggling with the same financial challenges as other dentists? Reese recently posted a survey in a popular online dental forum asking dentists what they were most concerned about when it came to their finances. In this episode of Dentist Money™ Reese and Ryan share the results of the poll and shed light on the two most popular responses. Take a second to think about the source of your financial stress, and then listen to see if you’re in good company. The results might surprise you.

 #139: How the Editor of Dental Economics Manages His Practice | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 47:43

In this episode of Dentist Money™ Reese interviews Dr. Chris Salierno, chief editor of Dental Economics magazine and international lecturer. You’ll hear why the days of passive practice ownership are over. You’ll also learn about resources that can help you think more strategically and improve your business model. Plus, Reese and Chris have fun covering a few typical dentist issues in a fast paced lightning round.

 #138: Do Big Pension Fund Investors Know Something You Don’t | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 44:51

Does it make sense for you to invest like big pension fund managers? The answer may surprise you. In this episode of Dentist Money™ Reese and Ryan take a close look at how investments for large endowments are managed. You’ll hear about the mix of assets in these portfolios, and you’ll learn how “alternative” investments have played into their strategies. Most importantly, you’ll discover if it makes sense for you to follow suit with your own investments.

 #137: Feeling Isolated? Here’s How to Build a Network of Dental Amigos | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 49:22

According to the Dental Amigos, Robert Montgomery and Dr. Paul Goodman, “Dentistry can be a lonely profession without good friends.” In this fast-paced episode of Dentist Money™, Reese, Robert, and Paul cover everything from servicing student debt to DSO’s to startup vs acquisition. And you’ll want to hear The Dental Amigos explain why networking is so critical to today’s successful practice. Plus, Reese pulls out a Dentist Money™ favorite—the Lightning Round.

 #136: What Dentists Want to Know — Listener Q&A #6 | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 47:08

Reese and Ryan knock out another round of questions on this Q&A episode of Dentist Money™. Hear their advice on what to look for in companies that provide after-tax investment services. And, in the always a “hot topic” category, you’ll hear them discuss the trade offs between paying down debt versus building liquidity. Plus, there’s a new wrinkle in this episode as Reese and Ryan pull quotes from a social media discussion on the same topic.

 #135: Surprisingly Effective Ways to Communicate with Your Staff | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 46:27

Katherine Eitel Belt is CEO of LionSpeak, a communications coaching company, and she is Reese’s guest on this episode of the Dentist Money™ Show. An international keynote speaker, author and coach, Katherine is known for her non-traditional approach to leadership and team building. Listen as she shares her unique viewpoint — one that can help you become a better leader and get you on the same page with your staff and patients.

 #134: Are You Paying for Generic Advice You Could Get for Free? | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 53:51

It’s time for Reese to take the hot seat as we switch things up a bit for this episode of Dentist Money™. Dr. Russell Kirk takes the lead and interviews Reese for The Business of Dentistry podcast. Enjoy a different point-of-view as Dr. Kirk asks the questions and Reese offers his advice. And Reese has plenty to share with ideas on how a well-planned financial strategy can make a huge difference to both your practice and your preparation for retirement.

 #133: Here’s What’s Wrong with Your Investment Risk Profile | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 50:50

Did it really set your savings plan on the right trajectory, or did it simply cover your advisor’s butt in case you weren’t happy with the eventual returns? In this episode of Dentist Money™, Reese & Ryan talk about an Element called Equity Rate from our periodic table of financial indicators. They explain why traditional risk assessment tools fall short of measuring your investment needs, and how they miss the mark when it comes to creating the right balance of stocks and bonds in your portfolio.

 #132: What Dentists Want to Know — Listener Q&A #5 | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 47:50

Do wealthy people offer the best financial advice? What benefits should I offer my employees? Remodel my home or buy a new one – what’s the right choice? You’ll hear Ryan list four types of people Forbes says you should avoid taking advice from — it might surprise you. And you’ll find out what other group practices do when it comes to employee benefits. Plus, Reese has a lot to say about buying or remodeling as he recently went through that decision himself.

 #131: Pros and Cons of a Scratch Start vs Acquisition | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 53:28

Jayme shares with Reese how personality traits should be factored into business decisions. And he discusses the important differences between starting a practice from scratch, or purchasing an existing practice. As an expert on work/life integration, Jayme also has some suggestions on how you can build a practice that reflects your personal values.

 #130: Why a Cheap 401(k) Provider Will Eventually Cost You More | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 49:21

By ignoring your office retirement plan, are you making a seven-figure mistake? On this Dentist Money™ Show, Reese and Ryan talk about qualified retirement plans and why a yearly review makes such a huge difference. You’ll hear why the cheapest 401(k) provider may not really be the least expensive. And, you’ll find out how to avoid getting surprised by employee plan fiduciary responsibilities and liabilities from falling on you, which occurs more often than you think.

 #129: Peak Practice Performance Starts With This | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 47:27

It’s one of the biggest problems that keeps struggling practices from succeeding. On this episode of the Dentist Money™ Show, Patty Ricard, dental practice manager, consultant and life coach, addresses a common issue in office management, and shares her keys for your practice to reach peak performance. She talks with Reese about what methods you can use to build better patient and team loyalty – and why instituting just a few changes can lead to more profitability.

 #128: What Are Your Best Options for Passive Income? | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 47:24

How will you create cash flow that requires minimal effort? On this Dentist Money™ Show, Reese and Ryan discuss something people love to daydream about – passive income. You’ll hear how real estate measures up to other passive income options and learn about the two main components of passive income. And you’ll find out what it means to harvest your assets correctly in order to make them last longer.

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