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Daily Dental Podcast
Hosted by Addison Killeen DDS · EN
Dentists are stressed and sometimes need help focusing on the right stuff to succeed in business and life. The goal of this daily short podcast is to share information, tips, and stories - gleaned from the Dental Success Network community - that will help you become a better dentist, business owner and human.
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870. Be Present, Not Productive
Yesterday00:05:53Tap to summarizeDr. Killeen reflects on the phrase “carpe diem” and why modern productivity culture may have completely misunderstood it. Instead of constantly chasing more output, more optimization, and more hustle, he shares a different perspective on what it means to truly experience the day in front of you. The hidden cost of always being mentally somewhere else, especially in dentistry where driven personalities can easily tie their worth to productivity and performance. Dr. Killeen talks about the importance of rest, attention, connection, and slowing down enough to actually notice the people and moments that matter most. If you’ve been feeling stretched thin, distracted, or stuck in constant motion, peace is not always found in doing more. Sometimes it is found in simply being present.
Transcribe →869. Leading with Empathy
2d ago00:05:11Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Dr. Killeen talks about the growing disconnect that can happen between practice owners and team members during stressful seasons. From rising living costs to financial anxiety and emotional burnout, he shares why many team members may be carrying far more stress than leaders realize. Dr. Killeen explains why silence from leadership can sometimes feel isolating, and how small moments of genuine check-ins can completely shift the culture of a practice. If you want to build a stronger, healthier team environment, this episode is a reminder that great leadership is not about having all the answers. It is about helping people feel seen, valued, and supported during difficult seasons.
Transcribe →868. The Quarterly Reset
3d ago00:04:28Tap to summarizeToday, Dr. Killeen walks through a practical three-step framework for ending the quarter with more clarity and intention. Using the themes of reflect, reset, and adjust, he shares how practice owners and team leaders can evaluate what is creating energy, what is draining it, and how to make better decisions moving into the next season. This covers everything from identifying “energy creators” and “boat anchors” to aligning daily systems with your biggest priorities. He also explains why your calendar often reveals more about your priorities than your goals do. If you’ve been feeling stretched, distracted, or stuck in reaction mode, this offers a simple way to pause, refocus, and make intentional adjustments before the next quarter begins.
Transcribe →867. Fall in Love With the Process
6d ago00:03:12Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Dr. Killeen reflects on a quote from golfer Rory McIlroy: "One of the things that I love is focusing on the process instead of the prize." While it is easy to get caught up in production goals, collections, and big outcomes, this conversation explores why long-term success in dentistry is usually built through consistent daily execution. Great practices are often less obsessed with results and more committed to strong systems, communication, preparation, and repeatable habits. When teams focus on doing the small things well every day, the bigger wins tend to follow naturally. The scoreboard matters less when the process is strong. Improve the routine, stay consistent, and trust that the results will take care of themselves over time.
Transcribe →866. Always Be Improving
1w ago00:04:34Tap to summarizeIn today's episode, Dr. Killeen shares a simple but powerful quote from James Clear about improvement and why growth does not have to be complicated. In a world full of comparison, social media, and constant pressure to keep up, this episode is a reminder that real progress comes from focusing on your own direction instead of someone else’s scoreboard. Dr. Killeen talks about the value of small daily improvements in dentistry, leadership, communication, and personal growth. Rather than chasing perfection, he encourages listeners to adopt a mindset of steady forward movement and continuous learning. If you’ve been feeling stuck, distracted, or discouraged by comparison, this episode offers a grounded perspective on what meaningful progress really looks like over time.
Transcribe →865. Building More Than a Business
1w ago00:03:39Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Dr. Killeen reflects on a powerful quote from John D. Rockefeller about wealth, success, and what really matters in leadership. While production and profitability are important in any practice, he shares why the true long-term value of a business comes from developing people, not just growing numbers. It's the difference between building a successful practice and building future leaders within your team. From creating confidence to encouraging ownership and growth, small investments in people can create a culture that compounds over time. The greatest impact we make in dentistry often has less to do with revenue and more to do with the people we help grow along the way.
Transcribe →864. The Cost of Hurry
1w ago00:04:08Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Dr. Killeen talks about the idea of “the ruthless elimination of hurry” from John Mark Comer’s book and why constant rushing quietly affects how we lead, communicate, and care for patients. He explains how hurry can pull us out of the present moment and reduce the quality of our decisions, relationships, and leadership. In dentistry, where trust and communication matter so much, slowing down with intention can actually make us more effective, not less. The goal is not simply getting more done. It’s being fully present for the things that matter most.
Transcribe →683. You're Not the Same Person Anymore
1w ago00:03:33Tap to summarizeDr. Killeen reflects on a quote from Heraclitus about how nothing stays the same, including us. The systems, conversations, and habits we revisit over time often produce different results because we’ve grown, learned, and changed along the way. He shares why this mindset matters so much in dentistry and leadership. Sometimes a process or idea that “didn’t work before” deserves another look, not because the system changed, but because the people using it have evolved. Growth is not always about chasing something new. Sometimes it’s about returning to familiar things with a better perspective.
Transcribe →862. You Can't Coach Hunger
2w ago00:03:15Tap to summarizeIn today's episode, Dr. Killeen talks about an important leadership lesson: skills can be taught, but internal drive has to come from within. Great teams are built around people who genuinely want to grow, improve, and take ownership of their role. Dr. Killeen shares why leaders often waste energy trying to convince people to care instead of investing more deeply in the team members who are already leaning in. From culture to momentum, the practices that grow strongest are usually the ones that recognize and support hunger early. Leadership is not about dragging people forward. It’s about creating an environment where motivated people can thrive.
Transcribe →861. The Power of Asking Why
2w ago00:03:50Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Dr. Killeen shares a lesson from a recent strategy meeting where one simple question kept coming up over and over again: “Why?” While it can feel uncomfortable at first, asking deeper questions often uncovers assumptions, weak systems, and habits we’ve stopped thinking critically about. This applies directly to dentistry and leadership. From scheduling systems to patient flow, many practices operate on routines that were never fully questioned. Sometimes one thoughtful “why” is enough to create clarity and spark meaningful improvement. Better decisions usually start with better questions.
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