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Interested in making the big leap from associateship to private practice? Tune into this episode as we talk with Dr. Linda Nguyen, a passionate dentist with an inspiring tale of achieving her dreams despite facing adversities. Taken by surprise with challenges at her first glamorous job in downtown Denver, Linda had a reality check on ethical dilemmas that some practices may face. With the discord between promises made to patients and actual care delivered, she embarked on a journey that led her closer to owning the kind of practice she had always dreamed of - a place where patient-centric care is paramount.

Linda’s journey wasn't a smooth ride, but she conquered all odds with her never-give-up attitude and solidified her place in the dental space. She not only shares the authentic, often untold gritty realities of dentistry, but also offers key insights to navigate the startup phase and step up to the role of a private practice owner. Linda's story is a testament to how crucial it is to find your community, a trustworthy financial partner, and a dedicated team for thriving in the competitive world of dentistry.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• Why Linda transitioned from dental associateship to owning her own practice
• The challenges Linda faced in her first job and how that shaped her future decisions
• How she approached ethical dilemmas and navigated her way towards the dentistry she wanted to practice
• Thoughts on choosing financial partners and strategically building her team
• The importance of creating a patient-centric experience in a dental practice
• How to balance business and personal values in a saturated market

So don't wait, hit the play button and join us as we walk through Dr. Linda Nguyen's inspiring journey!

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Guest: Dr. Linda NguyenPractice Name: Sonder DentistryCheck out Linda's Media:

Website: https://www.sonderdentistry.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sonderdentistry/

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Other Mentions and Links:

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Software/Services:

• Indeed
• Crimson Media
• Dentagraphics
• Ideal Practices
• CentriServe IT
• Burkhart Dental Supply

Products/Brands:

• Almond Joy
• Wingspan
• Nintendo Switch
• It Takes Two (Switch Game)

Banks:

• Bank of America
• Wells Fargo

People:

• Shane Simmons (Crimson Media)
• Stan Wiening (Burkhart Dental Supply)

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