Beyond the Clinic: Building Leaders in Dentistry

Covers career design, finance, communication, leadership, and well-being—empowering graduates to thrive as confident, patient-focused, and future-ready professionals.

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Course curriculum

1. Welcome to SAFE Start: The Next Gen Dentist Program
1. Introduction
2. Lesson 1: The Power of Compounding
3. Understanding Compound Interest: A Practical Guide
4. Lesson 2: Investment Vehicles
5. Investment Vehicle Comparison Chart
6. Lesson 3: Tax-Efficient Strategies
7. Tax-Efficient Planning Worksheet
8. Lesson 4: Setting Financial Goals
9. Financial Goal Setting Worksheet
1. Introduction
2. Lesson 1: Career Pathways in Dentistry
3. Career Pathway and Decision-Making Tools
4. Lesson 2: Understanding Private, NHS, and Mixed Practices
5. Practice Comparison Guide: Evaluating Your Ideal Practice Type
6. Practice Comparison Guide: Evaluating Your Ideal Practice Type
7. Lesson 3: Finding Growth-Focused Practices
8. Growth-Focused Practice Guide: Finding the Right Fit
9. Lesson 4: Mastering Associate Contracts
10. Associate Contract Guide: Navigating Your Employment Agreement
1. Introduction to Chapter 3: Understanding Profit and Loss (P&L)
2. Lesson 1: Understanding the Components of a P&L Statement
3. Profit and Loss (P&L) Basics Guide: Understanding Your Financials
4. Lesson 2: Managing Fixed and Variable Costs
5. Expense Tracking and Optimization Guide: Maximizing Your Profitability
6. Lesson 3: Tax Strategies for Dentists
7. Tax Planning and Optimization Guide: Maximizing Your Tax Efficiency
8. Lesson 4: Using Profit for Strategic Financial Growth
9. Profit Allocation Guide: Optimizing Your Earnings
1. Introduction to Chapter 4: Managing Risks as a Dentist
2. Lesson 1: Understanding Medico-Legal Risks
3. Patient Complaint and Risk Management Guide: Safeguarding Your Practice
4. Lesson 2: Financial and Insurance Risks
5. Insurance and Financial Planning Guide: Protecting Your Future
6. Lesson 3: Navigating Reputational Risks
7. Reputation Management Guide: Enhancing and Protecting Your Online Presence
1. Introduction to Chapter 5: Building a Work-Life Balance That Lasts
2. Lesson 1: Recognizing Burnout and Stress
3. Self-Care and Stress Management Guide: Prioritizing Your Well-Being
4. Lesson 2: Effective Time Management for Dentists
5. Time Management and Productivity Guide: Organizing Your Day
6. Lesson 3: Setting Boundaries and Protecting Personal Time
7. Boundary Setting and Work-Life Balance Guide: Protecting Your Time and Energy
1. Introduction to Chapter 6: Navigating the Digital Era of Dentistry
2. Lesson 2: Integrating Digital Tools into Your Practice
3. Technology Integration Guide: Optimizing Your Practice with New Tools
4. Lesson 3: Future Trends in Digital Dentistry
5. Future Trends in Dentistry Guide: Preparing for Emerging Technologies
1. Introduction to Chapter 7: Financial Growth and Wealth Management
2. Lesson 1: The Power of Compounding
3. Advanced Compound Interest and Wealth Growth Guide: Building Long-Term Financial Success
4. Lesson 2: Diversifying Your Investment Portfolio
5. Advanced Portfolio Diversification Guide: Maximizing Investment Stability and Growth
6. Lesson 3: Creating Passive Income Streams
7. Advanced Passive Income Guide: Building Financial Freedom
1. Introduction to Chapter 8: Mastering Communication Skills
2. Lesson 1: Building Trust with Patients
3. Advanced Patient Communication Guide: Building Trust and Loyalty
4. Lesson 2: Fostering Collaboration and Leadership in Your Dental Team
5. Advanced Team Collaboration and Leadership Guide: Strengthening Your Practice
6. Lesson 3: Networking for Professional Growth
7. Advanced Networking Guide: Building Professional Relationships for Career Growth
1. Introduction to Chapter 9: Becoming a Leader in Dentistry
2. Lesson 1: Traits of an Effective Dental Leader
3. Advanced Leadership Development Guide: Becoming a Transformational Leader
4. Lesson 2: Inspiring and Motivating Your Team
5. Advanced Team Motivation Guide: Inspiring Excellence in Your Practice
6. Lesson 3: Building Credibility and Influence in the Dental Community
7. Professional Credibility Building Guide: Elevating Your Career
1. Introduction to Chapter 10: Mastering Financial Security for the Future
2. Lesson 1: Building a Retirement Plan
3. Retirement Planning Guide: Securing Your Financial Future
4. Lesson 2: Protecting Your Income with Insurance
5. Lesson 3: Financial Planning for Career Transitions
6. Income Protection and Financial Security Guide: Safeguarding Your Future
1. Introduction to Chapter 11: Mastering Patient Experience for Practice Growth
2. Lesson 1: Key Elements of an Exceptional Patient Experience
3. Patient Experience Enhancement Guide: Elevating Care and Satisfaction
4. Lesson 2: Building Patient Trust and Loyalty
5. Advanced Patient Communication and Loyalty Guide: Building Trust and Retention
6. Lesson 3: Turning Patients into Advocates
7. Advanced Patient Referral and Feedback Guide: Growing Your Practice
1. Introduction to Chapter 12: Navigating NHS vs. Private Dentistry
2. Lesson 1: Understanding NHS Dentistry
3. Advanced NHS Dentistry Guide: Maximizing Efficiency and Performance
4. Lesson 2: Exploring Private Dentistry
5. Private Dentistry Success Guide: Building a Thriving Practice
6. Lesson 3: Navigating Mixed Practice Dentistry
7. Mixed Practice Success Guide: Balancing NHS and Private Dentistry
1. Introduction to Chapter 13: Managing Stress and Maintaining Well-Being
2. Lesson 1: Recognizing Stressors in Dentistry
3. Stress Management Guide: Maintaining Well-Being in Dentistry
4. Lesson 2: Strategies to Prevent Burnout
5. Well-Being and Self-Care Guide: Creating Balance for a Thriving Career
6. Lesson 3: Creating a Sustainable Work-Life Balance
7. Work-Life Balance Guide: Creating Harmony Between Career and Personal Life
1. Introduction to Chapter 14: Developing a Growth Mindset for Career Success
2. Lesson 1: Understanding the Growth Mindset
3. Growth Mindset Guide: Unlocking Your Potential
4. Lesson 2: Embracing Challenges and Feedback
5. Overcoming Challenges Guide: Turning Difficulties into Opportunities
6. Lesson 3: Setting and Achieving Meaningful Goals
7. Career Goal Setting Guide: Structuring Success in Dentistry
1. Introduction to Chapter 16: Creating a Personal Brand as a Dentist
2. Lesson 1: Defining Your Personal Brand
3. Personal Brand Development Guide: Defining Your Professional Identity
4. Lesson 2: Building and Promoting Your Personal Brand
5. Building Your Online Presence and Professional Network Guide
6. Lesson 3: Maintaining and Evolving Your Personal Brand
7. Brand Evolution Guide: Growing and Adapting Your Professional Identity
1. Introduction to Chapter 18: Becoming a Mentor and Leader in Dentistry
2. Lesson 1: Embracing Leadership in Dentistry
3. Leadership Development Guide: Building Confidence and Influence
4. Lesson 2: Building Effective Mentorship Relationships
5. Lesson 3: Leading and Inspiring Your Dental Team
6. Mentorship Guide: Building Relationships for Growth
1. Introduction to Chapter 19: The Psychology of Dentistry – Understanding and Managing Patient Anxiety
2. Lesson 1: Understanding Dental Anxiety and Its Causes
3. Anxiety Management Guide: Creating a Calm and Supportive Dental Experience
4. Lesson 2: Strategies to Reduce Patient Anxiety
5. Optimizing the Clinical Environment for Comfort and Calm
6. Lesson 3: Building Long-Term Trust with Anxious Patients
7. Building Patient Trust: Strengthening Relationships Over Time
1. Introduction to Chapter 20: Managing Difficult Patients and Situations
2. Lesson 1: Understanding Difficult Patient Behaviors
3. Managing Challenging Patient Behaviors: A Practical Guide
4. Lesson 2: Strategies to De-Escalate Conflict
5. Legal and Ethical Conflict Management Guide
6. Lesson 3: Protecting Yourself and Your Practice During Conflicts
7. Conflict Documentation and Management Guide
1. Conclusion: Your Journey to Mastery in Dentistry

About this course

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Why Choose This Course

"20 Things University Forgot to Teach You" is your go-to resource for mastering the non-clinical aspects of dentistry. From financial planning and career growth to legal essentials and work-life balance, this guide equips you with everything universities don’t teach. It’s packed with practical advice, actionable insights, and tools to help you thrive.

This course is for: Final-Year Dental Students looking to gain clarity on what lies ahead and prepare for a confident start.
Newly Qualified Dentists: Build your career with a strong foundation.
Early-Career Professionals (Up to 4 Years Qualified): Navigate challenges, plan for the future, and take control of your career trajectory.

Why You Should Read This Guide

Bridge the Knowledge Gap: Learn the critical aspects of dentistry that were left out of your university curriculum.
Gain Competitive Advantage: Equip yourself with knowledge and skills that set you apart.
Achieve Financial Freedom: Understand wealth-building strategies tailored for dentists.
Master Your Career Path: Explore opportunities, avoid pitfalls, and align with growth-focused practices.

What You Will Learn

This guide equips dental professionals with skills to excel in modern dentistry by mastering advanced clinical techniques, leveraging digital technologies, and enhancing patient communication while also fostering personal growth through leadership, branding, and work-life balance strategies. It prepares dentists to adapt to emerging trends, navigate legal frameworks, explore global opportunities, and plan for long-term career success and retirement.

Building Passive Income
Strategic Wealth Building
Understanding Profit and Loss (P&L)
Managing Risks as a Dentist
Insurance, Indemnity, and Personal Policies
Demystifying Dental Finances
Day One Essentials
Becoming a Dental Entrepreneur
Work-Life Balance and Mental Health.
Thriving in the Digital Age

Benefits of the Course

Practical Knowledge: Actionable steps and real-world examples.
Career Clarity: Understand various pathways, from NHS and private practices to entrepreneurship.
Time Efficiency: Lessons designed to take 7-10 minutes, perfect for busy schedules.
Exclusive Resources: Downloadable guides, templates, and case studies.

What Makes This Guide Unique?

Written by a UK dentist with over 30 years of experience and renowned as the world’s top Dentist Growth Coach.
Backed by insights from mentoring hundreds of dentists in building successful careers.
Includes a FREE Diploma in Digital Dentistry: Clinical Mastery (260 CPD hours) to deepen your expertise.
Aims: 1. Empower young dentists with the tools and knowledge to thrive. 2. Bridge the gap between academic training and real-world challenges.
Objectives: 1. Provide actionable insights on career growth and financial management. 2. Equip dentists with resources for managing risks and navigating legal obligations. Help dentists build confidence in patient communication and emerging technologies.

Downloadable Resources

Financial Planning Templates.
Career Roadmap and Vision Planner.
Legal Checklists for Contracts and Compliance.
Risk Management Case Studies.
Marketing and Branding Worksheets.

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