Episode 635 · January 22, 2025
Building a Winning Dental Team Without Being a Natural Leader
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Dr. Ankur Gupta
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Dr. Gupta after completing a one-year GPR in Cleveland, started a practice from scratch in 2005. Armed with what he considered adequate knowledge, hand skills, and a personable demeanor, he watched as his practice floundered, finances became un-predictable, and his lower back and spirit toward life became worrisome. Rather than continue the trend, he made a guinea pig out of his office, family, and self; attempting any and all personal and professional "experiments" in self-improvement. More than a decade later, he enjoys excellent new patient numbers and case acceptance, a solution oriented dental team; and most importantly, a meaningful and positive identity. He happily shares the failures and successes with dental and community groups throughout the country, always ending his presentations with practical, implementable, step-by-step ways to be better.
Dr. Gupta is a certified AGD/PACE provider.
Episode Summary
Dr. Gupta encountered various issues that led to a toxic work environment which he says stemmed from his initial struggles with leadership. He admits he was more focused on being the likable "cool guy" in the office rather than being a good leader who was able to deal with problems and face confrontation. Dr. Gupta will recount his journey, from the rocky beginnings to how he eventually turned things around.
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