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The Orthopreneurs Podcast with Dr. Glenn Krieger
What does it mean to become an Orthopreneur? Hi there! My name is Dr. Glenn Krieger and I believe that in today’s competitive world, the orthodontic and dental communities should be collaborative. And I've created Orthopreneurs so that we can move towards that goal together. Orthodontists are smart people. You’ve accomplished a lot to get where you are, but chances are you never got a formal education in how to run the most effective and lowest stress practice possible. Don’t sweat it! Because we’ve got your back... Being an Orthopreneur means that you’re a part of a community. A community that brings peers together to become the best clinicians and the best business owners they can be. Becoming an Orthopreneurs means you never ever need to practice alone. Join the FREE Facebook group by simply applying:https://www.facebook.com/groups/OrthoPreneurs
The Orthopreneurs Podcast with Dr. Glenn Krieger
Orthodontic Funnel Audit: Your 2026 Profit Plan Starts Here l 5MF
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Most orthodontists think their biggest money leaks are in fees or overhead. But what if the real problem is sitting right at the top of your funnel—unchecked and unoptimized?
In this episode, I walk you through how to dissect your practice’s entire patient funnel heading into 2026. From lead generation to consult conversion to case acceptance, this is your chance to clean house, plug profit holes, and make this your most financially rewarding year yet. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, I break down the three types of orthodontists and where each gets stuck. My hope? That you’re the kind who actually takes action.
You’ll also get clarity on the three ways to increase profits, why "scaling" and "growing" are not the same thing, and how to finally leverage your fixed costs—like rent and team size—into higher margins without burning out. This is the practical, brass-tacks business strategy no one taught you in residency—but it's exactly what will make the difference in your next 12 months.
Quotes
"You will never regret the days you took off.”
— Dr. Glenn Krieger
“You’ll walk away with a 90-day plan, personalized by AI, based on everything you discussed—so you’re not just inspired... you’re activated.”
— Dr. Glenn Krieger
Key Takeaways
Intro & Funnel Framing (00:00)
The 3 Ways to Make More Money (00:39)
Why Scale over Growth (02:30)
Your Overhead Isn't the Problem—Your Volume Might Be (03:40)
Challenge for 2026 (04:30)
Additional Resources
Want help reviewing your funnel or figuring out where the money’s leaking? I’ve coached hundreds of orthodontists through this exact process. DM me or reach out—I’d love to support you as you make 2026 your strongest year yet.
And if you enjoy the podcast, take a moment to share it with a colleague. Let’s raise the bar across the entire profession. 👊
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