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Dental Business

Partnerships and Group Practices - Growing Beyond Solo

Episode 56 · · 15 min · Hosted by Phil Cole

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Key Takeaways from your host Phil Cole, CEO of KLASSOLUTIONS

  • The podcast has officially rebranded from the Dental Education Podcast to the Dental Business Podcast to better align with its focus on business strategies for dental practice owners.
  • The episode emphasizes the importance of partnerships in dentistry, highlighting how collaboration can lead to reduced workloads and improved work-life balance for practice owners.
  • Listeners are encouraged to consider whether they are ready for a partnership by evaluating their current patient load and operational systems before taking that step.
  • Critical elements for successful partnerships include shared core values, defined roles and expectations, and transparent compensation agreements to avoid future conflicts.
  • Regular communication and monthly partner meetings are essential to maintaining healthy partnerships and avoiding silent resentments between partners in a dental practice.
  • The podcast advises seeking professional help from dental attorneys and CPAs when forming partnerships to ensure that legal agreements are thorough and protect all parties involved.

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This podcast is a community of dental professionals who share their knowledge, expertise and experience in order to provide value to you and your dental practice. Our topics will cover practice management, transitions, real estate, accounting, law, financial planning, dental product reviews, marketing and much more! We welcome you to visit us at to learn more about how we can help you build your dream practice.

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