Leading in Dentistry
Helping develop the leadership skills of each team member in the dental office (not just the business owner).
Episodes
52 episodes
DRAMA 101 | How to Handle Difficult Conversations (Ep. 51)
Drama is something that can derail any culture, and derailing culture is something that can derail any dental office. When we're able to take the principles of handling crucial conversations appropriately and maturely, then we are able to reall...
The Future of Leading in Dentistry | 2026 State of the Podcast (Ep. 50)
In this milestone 50th episode—the first of 2026—Dr. Wes Eggett reflects on the journey of Leading in Dentistry, sharing how a lifelong interest in servant leadership and formative experiences in military dentistry led to the creation ...
Doing the Right Things in the Wrong Order | Using Accountability to BUILD Trust (Ep. 49)
In this episode, Dr. Eggett dives into the struggles of his current leadership position and, using the 5 Dysfunctions of a Team and his own Accountability Check protocol, describes how to keep the pendulum from swinging back and forth between f...
Buying a Practice | From Associate to Owner in One Year with Mitch Rush (ep. 48)
In this episode, Wes sits down with his brother-in-law, Mitch Rush, just after giving his 30-day notice at his first associateship out of dental school. The reason? Mitch has found the practice he's been looking for and is transitioning into pr...
Lead with GOODNESS | Production and Leadership with Dr. Spencer Greer (ep. 47)
In this episode, Dr. Spencer Greer discusses the importance of leadership in dental practices, emphasizing the role of the team in enhancing patient experience and production. He shares insights on building trust, accountability, ...
Am I In Trouble? - Discipline in the Dental Office | REBROADCAST (Ep. 46)
In this rebroadcasted episode of the podcast, Dr. Wes Eggett reviews the recent changes made to the disciplinary process in the office where he works. He also talks about the importance of having a disciplinary plan in place and how laying out ...
"It Shouldn't Be This Hard!" | 3 Ways To Make It Easier (Ep. 45)
In this episode of the Leading in Dentistry Podcast, Dr. Wes Eggett shares a simple but powerful lesson inspired by his four-year-old daughter. Watching her put on pajamas inside out sparked the realization that many of us create cleve...
Goals, Systems, and Execution | Bringing Your Vision to Life (Ep. 44)
In this episode, Dr. Eggett unpacks the ongoing debate between goals and systems in leadership, drawing from his own high school wrestling experience to show how wanting to win isn’t enough without the daily habits and preparation to back it up...
I Lost My Cool, Then Learned From It | 3 Tips From A Leadership Misstep (Ep. 43)
In this episode, Dr. Eggett opens up about a difficult moment—an argument with a team member where he didn’t show up as his best self. It was uncomfortable, humbling, and ultimately transformational. That experience sent him on a deep dive into...
The Anatomy of Trust and Repairing Relationships | REBROADCAST (Ep. 42)
In this rebroadcasted episode, Dr. Wes Eggett shares the BRAVING framework from Brene Brown as way to articulate the various aspects of trust. Dr. Eggett makes the case that dental team members and leaders can utilize this framework when trust ...
Stuck? 4 Tools Every Leader Needs to Get Moving Again (Ep. 41)
Feeling stuck? In this episode of Leading in Dentistry, we explore four simple but powerful tools to help you break out of a slump—two questions and two quotes that have helped me (and many others) regain momentum in both clinical work...
New Graduates and the Power of a Beginner's Mindset (Ep. 40)
In this episode, Dr. Eggett gives his top five pieces of advice for new grads!Whether you're fresh out of dental school, hygiene school, assisting school, or just new to the job, this episode is for you! Experienced team members and lead...
A Recent WIN and My Favorite Scan | The Canvas Strategy in Action (Ep. 39)
In this short (but sweet!) episode, I share a recent story about a win that our team had in training an assistant to complete prep scans on crowns. A patient came in on recall this week and it reminded me of this crown case, and I wanted to sha...
What Every Team Lead Needs to Know | The 3 E's of Team Leads (Ep. 38)
In this episode, we unpack the 3 E's of Team Leads—a simple yet powerful framework built around three E’s: Example, Execute, and Experience.Whether you’re a dental assistant, front desk lead, or hygienist st...
Rising Beyond Burnout - Physical and Mental Health for Sustained Success | Dr. Richard Low (Ep. 37)
This episode welcomes back Dr. Richard Low to the podcast! Dr. Low shares his journey of leadership and the eventual feelings of burnout that resulted from the struggles that came with it.After having largely stepped away from his role a...
Quitting and Firing | How to Know It's Time to Cut Your Losses (Ep. 36)
In this episode, we tackle one of the toughest leadership questions: How do you know when it’s time to move on—or when it’s time to let someone go? Using a simple 2x2 matrix and a four-question reflective checklist, we explore the key factors t...
The Educated Associate | How to Lead When You're NOT The Boss with Dr. Tony Schicktanz (Ep. 35)
Associate dentists are a growing portion of the dental industry and the power they hold to affect change in the office cannot be overstated! In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Tony Schicktanz, AKA The Educated Associate, to discuss the role ...
Motivating Your Team | Using Fundamentals To Solve the Motivation Problem (Ep. 34)
In this episode of the Leading in Dentistry Podcast, Dr. Wes Eggett reviews the TEACH leadership model, specifically regarding its importance in setting expectations and maintaining accountability within a dental team. He emphasizes addressing ...
Practice Biopsy | The Power of Teaching in Leadership with Dr. DeAngelo S. Webster (Ep. 33)
I recently had the chance to join Dr. DeAngelo Webster on the Practice Biopsy podcast to talk about leadership in dentistry—what it is, what it isn’t, and how anyone can step into it, title or not. We discussed how great leaders ...
Culture Eats Strategy for Breakfast | The 5 Lies of Culture (Ep. 32)
In this episode, Dr. Wes Eggett breaks down the 5 Lies of Culture, a concept taught by Ginger Hardage, and explains why these misconceptions can hold businesses—and dental practices—back from reaching their full potential. He dives into ...
Real World Leaders | Betting on Yourself with Dr. Joshua Sanchez (Ep. 31)
In this episode, Dr. Eggett catches up with a friend from dental school - Dr. Josh Sanchez. Dr. Sanchez shares his story of buying a practice with next to zero funds and building it up to what it is today, all while fighting to give his family ...
Communicate like MLK | How to Articulate Your Dream (Ep. 30)
With this episode being released the day after Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, we take advantage of the opportunity to discuss the famous "I Have a Dream" speech and the power of communication skills in leadership.Dr. Eggett specifically d...
"Broken to Unrecognizable" and Taking Initiative No Matter Your Role | Dr. Richard Low (Ep. 29)
In this special first episode of 2025, Dr. Wes Eggett talks with Dr. Richard Low about his experiences in leadership throughout his time in dentistry. As a serial self-starter himself, Dr. Low gives actionable and tactical tips for any member o...
"I'm Surrounded By Idiots!" - Changing How You Think About Your Team (Ep. 28)
In this episode of the Leading in Dentistry podcast, Dr. Wes Eggett shares an exclusive clip from his 90-Day Leadership Development Program, offering insights that will transform how you approach leadership. Dr. Eggett introduces the c...
"That's How We've Always Done It" - Question Your Thanksgiving Turkey! (Ep. 27)
In this episode, we tackle one of the most dangerous phrases in leadership and team dynamics: “That’s how we’ve always done it.” Why is this mindset such a red flag for teams and leaders? We’ll explore how clinging to outdated habits can stifle...