In this episode of The DOC Podcast, I welcome Dino Watt to discuss personal and professional development. We dive into Dino's background, exploring how his diverse experiences in acting, DJing, and business have shaped his expertise as a business relationship trainer.
Dino shares insights into effective team management, the importance of knowing your 'why,' and strategies for maintaining work-life balance, especially in marriage. The episode emphasizes the need for clear communication, understanding individual motivations, and fostering a supportive work environment.
Dino also discusses the changing landscape of the dental industry, including the rise of corporate dentistry, and offers practical advice for both new and established professionals.
00:33 Meet Dino Watt: Business Relationship Trainer
02:34 Dino's Journey: From Performer to Business Mentor
08:54 The Importance of Early Jobs and Skills
15:06 Analyzing and Improving Practice Dynamics
19:15 Understanding Your 'Why' and Personal Fulfillment
27:48 The Shift in Professional Mindset
35:40 Struggles with Perfectionism
36:47 Balancing OCD and Professional Life
37:15 Team Dynamics and Expectations
38:31 Recognizing Achievements and Setting Goals
40:15 Understanding and Supporting Team Members
42:00 Effective Communication and Acknowledgment
44:06 The Importance of Regular Check-Ins
53:22 Conducting Productive Reviews
01:08:07 The Power of Bonuses in Business
01:08:58 The Importance of Positive Reinforcement
01:10:00 Managing Expectations with Bonuses
01:18:35 Corporate Dentistry: Pros and Cons
01:24:47 Balancing Professional and Personal Life
01:29:27 Marriage Mastermind: Strengthening Relationships
01:34:19 Conclusion and Contact Information
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The DOC Podcast brings you unique educational content taught by Dr. Mike DeLuke, a Board Certified Orthodontist with over 20 years of clinical and academic experience. Dr. DeLuke built his orthodontic practice from scratch in the early 2000s and grew it into a multimillion-dollar enterprise in less than 10 years. He was able to retire from private practice at the age of 46 years old, and now devotes his energy to teaching his colleagues how to succeed both personally and professionally.
Dr. DeLuke has served as a faculty member at numerous hospitals and orthodontic residency programs around the country, including as the cleft craniofacial orthodontist at Albany Medical Center in New York, and as a clinical professor at The University of Connecticut in the Department of Orthodontics. He is presently an adjunct professor at Nova Southeastern University in the Department of Orthodontics.
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