The Julie Parker Practice Success Podcast

The Julie Parker Practice Success Podcast

Listen to discover management insights and strategies for a successful dental practice. There are also interviews with key people in the industry who have advice and services to help you and your team achieve greater success.

Episodes

June 14, 2025 51 mins

In this episode, Ellen Krajnc, a seasoned consultant and trainer, shares her passion for revitalising the art of four-handed dentistry. 

Ellen discusses how this proactive, collaborative technique between clinician and assistant not only improves efficiency, ergonomics, and infection control but also enhances patient care and job satisfaction. 

As the dental profession grapples with assistant shortages and retention challenges, Ellen...

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In this episode, Cate Scolnik of SANE Social Media returns to share her powerful new AI-powered tool designed specifically for healthcare providers. 

Cate explains how this tool simplifies digital marketing for dental clinics by generating compliant, customised content and fast-tracking growth strategies. 

If you're overwhelmed by online marketing or unsure how to stay compliant while standing out, this conversation offers a cle...

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Selling your dental practice isn’t just about finding a buyer – there are innovative models emerging that many practice owners haven’t yet considered.

In this episode, I speak with Craig Keegan from M&A Profits about the roll-up model – a fresh alternative to traditional practice sales. Learn how this approach can unlock greater opportunities, better align with your goals, and offer more flexibility than the conventional route.

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In this episode, I am joined by co-host Ameena Basile. We were thrilled to speak with Marcius Bispo of SmilePass, to explore how this innovative platform is transforming dental practices. From simplifying complex payment systems to revolutionising patient loyalty through membership plans, SmilePass empowers practices to improve operational efficiency, financial management, and patient satisfaction.

Find out more about Smi...

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In the final episode of this four-part series, I delve into the critical role each team member plays in achieving your dental practice’s 2025 goals.

Building on the previous discussions about reflecting on the past year, setting goals, and creating actionable plans, this episode focuses on the importance of team engagement, motivation, and clear delegation.

I also discuss the powerful impact of understanding the...

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In the third episode of this four-part series, I dive into the practical steps for turning your 2025 goals into actionable plans. 

Using Dental Business Mastery’s proven Goals Achievement Process, I explain how to reverse-engineer your goals by identifying strategies, defining specific tasks, delegating responsibilities, and setting clear deadlines. With a focus on tracking and monitoring progress, I highlight how to maint...

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In this second episode of a four-part series inspired by Sandy Roth’s transformative questions, I delve into the importance of setting goals to shape a successful 2025.

By establishing clear objectives, dental practices can create focus, motivation, and alignment, ensuring both personal and professional growth. 

Interested in taking your personal, team, and dental practice to the next level? Contact Julie today to explore t...

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Join Julie Parker and Ameena Basile of Dental Business Mastery as they dive into strategies for reflecting on 2024 and setting impactful goals for 2025. 

They discuss Sandy Roth's six powerful questions, aligning team objectives, enhancing systems, and improving patient experiences. 

Learn how to foster team engagement, track meaningful KPIs, and shift your mindset for personal and professional growth. Perfec...

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In this episode, I’m excited to share my recent guest appearance on The Dental Brief. Host Patrick and I speak about the challenges dental practices face today, from recruitment to building a workplace that truly supports and retains exceptional team members.

We discuss how leadership and team culture can transform a practice into a space where everyone thrives - team and patients alike. Enjoy this special episode!

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In this episode, Julie Parker and guest co-host Ameena Basile In this episode,  sit down with Ortal Green from Glittering Minds to uncover the secrets to creating a dental practice that truly works for you. If you’re ready to transform the way you approach challenges, this conversation will give you the tools to make 2025 your best year yet.

Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode:

  • The biggest reason that kee...
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In this episode, I speak with Dr Yohan Thomas, a Specialist Prosthodontist and founder of the Advanced Dentistry Institute (ADI). 

Throughout our conversation, Dr Thomas talks about what inspired him to build ADI and the innovative approach they take to training. We explore how ADI provides hands-on, live patient training while ensuring each student receives personalised support from mentors. 

What truly stands out is Dr Thomas’s pas...

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In this episode, I am joined by Ameena Basile and we talk about the ongoing challenges faced by dental practices, especially when it comes to recruiting and managing teams. We discuss how vital it is for practices to create a positive workplace culture that nurtures growth and development. We explain the "Ascension Model" we have developed, which helps practices move from basic systems to achieving a deeply engaged and fu...

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In this episode, I am joined by Dr Roslyn Franklin of Amalgamate Consulting in this episode, where she shares her expertise on infection control in dental practices.

With the recent updates to the Australian standards for sterilisation (AS 5369), Ros provides a snapshot of how these changes affect dental practices and highlights the top 5 mistakes dental teams commonly make in maintaining compliance.

For more in...

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In this episode, I am joined by Dr Anikó Ball of Optimum Dental Posture. We discuss the physical challenges faced by dental practitioners and the impact of poor posture on professional and personal well-being. Anikó shares her journey from practising dentistry with chronic pain to becoming an expert in dental ergonomics, offering solutions for clinicians to prevent pain and maintain a healthy career.

Anikó also discusses t...

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In this episode, I speak with Wardah Inam, CEO of Overjet, an innovative AI company focused on improving dental practice's management of their patients through artificial intelligence. 

Wardah discusses Overjet's capabilities, including analysing dental x-rays, notes, and other practice data to enhance diagnostic accuracy and patient trust. 

The conversation explores the benefits of AI in dental practice...

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In this episode, I am delighted to welcome back Dr Mark Hassed, also known as The Relaxed Dentist. He shares valuable insights and strategies for running a more efficient dental practice.

Tune in to uncover the significant benefits for your team, your patients, your business, and yourself when you embrace efficiency. This episode has truly made me reconsider some of my fundamental beliefs about managing a successful dental...

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In this episode, I am joined by my buddy and Dental Business Mastery co-founder, Ameena Basile. We introduce you to the newly launched Academy, a comprehensive training platform designed specifically for dental practices. 

We discuss the vision behind the Academy, its core objectives, and the wide array of resources it offers to help dental teams thrive in non-clinical aspects of their practice. From enhancing team dynamic...

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 In this episode of The Julie Parker Practice Success Podcast, I am joined by the inspiring Shika Darshani. 

Shika shares her journey from being a dental nurse to a dental hygienist and now a mindset coach and motivational speaker. She discusses the importance of emotional intelligence, self-belief and maintaining authenticity in the dental profession. 

If you would like to reach out to Shika, contact her directly...

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Is your life out of balance? Are you feeling burnt out, anxious, or mentally, physically, or emotionally exhausted? You're not alone. An alarming 61% of Australian workers reported experiencing burnout, significantly higher than the global average of 48%. Burnout has been on the rise, with a 5% increase from 2021 to 2022, contributing to 40% of employee resignations.

In this episode, I speak with Linda Joy Benn, a renowned holi...

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 In this episode, I talk with Samad Syed, an expert in digital automation for healthcare, about the crucial role of a dental practice's patient database.

Samad shares insights on how practices can effectively utilise their databases to improve patient engagement and practice efficiency.

This episode is a must for anyone who thinks that they need more new patients! (You don't.)

You can reach ou...

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