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Nov 2025
39m 57s

Building a Career You Love in Dentistry

Dr. Kyle Stanley and Dr. Martin Mendelson
About this episode

In this episode, Dr. Kyle Stanley and Dr. Martin Mendelson share career advice for dental professionals by exploring both clinical and non-clinical paths. Drawing on their diverse experiences in technology, speaking, coaching, and tech, they highlight strategies for clinical dentists to grow sustainably through efficiency, delegation, and self-awareness. The conversation also touches on career transitions, emphasizing the importance of diversifying skills beyond clinical practice and the role of self-reflection in shaping a fulfilling career in dentistry.

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