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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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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.
Transcribe →860. Standards Before Success
2w ago00:04:21Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Dr. Killeen shares a lesson from legendary football coach Bill Walsh about why great results start with great standards. Long before teams become champions, they learn to operate with consistency, discipline, and attention to detail. He explains how this applies directly to dentistry and leadership. The small daily habits inside a practice, from morning huddles to patient communication, often shape the long-term outcomes more than any big moment does. Success usually follows standards, not the other way around.
Transcribe →859. Using Inversion the Right Way
2w ago00:05:04Tap to summarizeDr. Killeen talks about the mental model of inversion and why it can be such a powerful leadership tool. Sometimes it’s easier to identify what we want to avoid in our practices before we define what we actually want to build. There’s also a hidden trap. If we spend too much time focusing on what we don’t want, our thinking can become anchored to problems instead of possibilities. He shares why clarity comes not just from avoiding mistakes, but from intentionally defining the kind of culture, schedule, and practice we truly want to create. Great leadership is not only about staying away from the wrong path. It’s about moving confidently toward the right one.
Transcribe →858. Comparison as a Tool, Not a Trap
2w ago00:03:27Tap to summarizeIn today's episode, Dr. Killeen talks about the difference between healthy comparison and destructive comparison. Used the right way, comparison can help us spot opportunities for growth, improve our systems, and learn from others in dentistry and leadership. But when comparison turns into a constant loop, it stops being productive and starts becoming discouraging. Dr. Killeen shares why the key is using comparison briefly for insight, then getting back to focusing on your own habits, team, and next steps. Growth comes from execution, not constant measuring.
Transcribe →857. The Speed of Ideas vs. The Speed of Life
3w ago00:04:49Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Dr. Killeen talks about the growing tension between fast-moving tools like AI and the slower reality of actually building a practice. It’s easy to see dozens of better ideas in a short time, but that can quietly create pressure to change everything at once. The episode explores why real progress comes from narrowing focus, not expanding it. Instead of chasing every improvement, the challenge is choosing one path and sticking with it long enough to make it real.
Transcribe →856. Training Mental Fitness
3w ago00:06:02Tap to summarizeDr. Killeen talks about mental fitness and why clear thinking may be one of the most important skills in modern dentistry. In a world full of constant notifications, information, and distractions, it’s easy to slip into autopilot without even realizing it. This episode explores how mental overload affects leadership, decision making, and patient care, along with simple ways to create more focus and mental clarity throughout the day. Sometimes the best thing we can do for our mind is not add more input, but create a little more space to think.
Transcribe →855. Coaching Over Blame
3w ago00:04:14Tap to summarizeWhat’s the difference between a mistake and a mindset problem? Today, Dr. Killeen explores why that distinction matters so much in leadership and team culture. Most errors in a dental practice are not rooted in bad intent. They come from stress, unclear expectations, or gaps in training. This episode dives into the importance of assuming positive intent first, coaching before reacting, and creating an environment where people can learn and improve without fear. Small shifts in how we interpret mistakes can completely change the way a team grows together.
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