Join your host, Dr. Bruce B. Baird, as he navigates the complexities of leadership, delegation, and creating a positive work environment. Explore the struggles many dentists face in letting go of control, the toll it takes on team dynamics, and the key shift needed to become true leaders. This episode sets the stage for a series in which Dr. Baird will dive into the rewards and strategies you can use to elevate the morale of your team.

Uncertainty surrounds us, and it’s made even worse by external chatter about market fluctuations, looming elections and everything else that takes your focus away from what’s most important in your life. It’s time to stop paying attention to the noise and spend more time working on what really matters: building trust with your patients, providing exceptional care, and setting and achieving goals. In this episode of The Productive Dentist Podcast, your host Dr. Bruce B. Baird encourages you to eliminate the negatives and embrace the positives, as he provides you with tips and insights to better take control of your own destiny.

Have you ever brought an associate into your practice only to find they weren’t meeting your expectations? In this episode, we explore the ideal way to bring an associate into your practice, ensuring they understand it’s not just about production, but about delivering exceptional patient care from day one. I’ll share insights on building a strong mentorship relationship, understanding your associate’s goals, and fostering an environment of growth and learning.

In the dental profession, there are quite a few misconceptions and controversies that surround the notion of bringing on a coach or consultant to improve the way your practice runs. In this episode of The Productive Dentist Podcast, your host talks about the collaborative nature of coaching, and how it empowers dentists to achieve new heights they never thought possible. Through his personal experiences, Dr. Baird shares why he believes in the transformative power of coaching.

Lessons From a Young Dentist Producing $1,000 an Hour

In this episode of The Productive Dentist Podcast, Dr. Bruce B. Baird sits down with his nephew, Dr. Braden Baird, a remarkable young dentist who has already made waves in the industry just 13 months after graduating dental school. Braden shares his journey from being inspired by his dentist parents to becoming a top-producing associate dentist, earning more than $1,000 an hour.

A relationship-driven approach to elevate your practice

Are you a cosmetic dentist - or do you wish to do more cosmetic dentistry in your practice? In this episode of the Productive Dentist Podcast, host Dr. Bruce B. Baird challenges listeners to rethink what it means to offer cosmetic services by emphasizing the importance of building strong patient relationships.

If you’ve ever found yourself thinking, “I want to be just like that successful dentist down the street,” then this episode of The Productive Dentist Podcast is for you. Dr. Bruce B. Baird reveals key strategies that can rapidly transform your practice, starting with the power of comprehensive exams and the importance of a healthy new patient flow.

In this episode of The Productive Dentist Podcast, Dr. Bruce B. Baird breaks down the three main types of sellers: the retiring dentist, the dentist looking to take some money off the table, and the entrepreneurial dentist aiming for growth and long-term value. Whether you’re considering selling now or in the future, this episode is packed with great advice to help you make informed decisions and achieve the best possible outcome for your practice.