Impactful Wisdom - Helpful Strategies For A Successful Dental Career Sat, 07 Mar 2026 15:31:23 -0500 https://www.impactfulwisdompodcast.com en-us © 2026 Heartland Dental yes e8fa6dc5-4931-5df7-8a51-d299ead962f7 Cathy Telles, Ashley Morgan, Brian Perry and the Heartland Dental Campus Team episodic false An entertaining professional development podcast for dental students. As future dentists and hygienists, you receive excellent education and training at dental school...but what happens after you graduate? How do you prepare now for your future dental career? Heartland Dental is the leading dental support organization in the dental industry. We support you in every step of your career. As part of that mission, we created this podcast. Topics include all aspects of professional development, leadership, and entrepreneurship as well as the practical skills needed to start and run a successful dental practice. Every other week, we feature engaging conversations with dentists, hygienists, and leaders in the dental industry. 

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Dental Education, Heartland Dental, Dentistry, DSO, Leadership, Entrepreneurship, dental practice, dental student, professional development, dental support organization, continuing education, CE, RDH Cathy Telles, Ashley Morgan, Brian Perry and the Heartland Dental Campus Team https://storage.buzzsprout.com/a1xaqowz807vvaxrydllm1uvnpx3?.jpg Impactful Wisdom - Helpful Strategies For A Successful Dental Career https://www.impactfulwisdompodcast.com One Last Sendoff | Dr. Rick Workman One Last Sendoff | Dr. Rick Workman It’s a bittersweet moment for us – this will be Impactful Wisdom’s final episode! We have enjoyed bringing you different topics to think about no matter where you are in your dental journey. 

Throughout the podcast episodes, we have discussed a wide variety of topics including how to prepare for life after school, understanding contracts, the first 60 days as a clinician, diversity in dentistry, life after being chairside, and everything in between. 

We had the pleasure of having Heartland Dental Founder, Dr. Rick Workman on the very first episode back in 2020 when we first premiered!  We are grateful for his leadership and have the pleasure of having him on once again for our final episode. 

Don’t worry, you’ll still be able to access all our archived episodes wherever you get your podcasts! Thank you for your support of Impactful Wisdom! 
--Ashley, Brian, & Cathy

]]> It’s a bittersweet moment for us – this will be Impactful Wisdom’s final episode! We have enjoyed bringing you different topics to think about no matter where you are in your dental journey. 

Throughout the podcast episodes, we have discussed a wide variety of topics including how to prepare for life after school, understanding contracts, the first 60 days as a clinician, diversity in dentistry, life after being chairside, and everything in between. 

We had the pleasure of having Heartland Dental Founder, Dr. Rick Workman on the very first episode back in 2020 when we first premiered!  We are grateful for his leadership and have the pleasure of having him on once again for our final episode. 

Don’t worry, you’ll still be able to access all our archived episodes wherever you get your podcasts! Thank you for your support of Impactful Wisdom! 
--Ashley, Brian, & Cathy

]]> Cathy Telles, Ashley Morgan, Brian Perry and the Heartland Dental Campus Team Buzzsprout-13921945 Tue, 12 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0600 3698 57 full false DeNovo's: Building Your Own Startup Without the Overhead Cost DeNovo's: Building Your Own Startup Without the Overhead Cost Have you ever wondered what it’s like to start in a brand-new dental office without the overhead cost? Here’s your chance! We’re joined by Dr. Stephanie Zbin who began her dental career in a DeNovo office right out of dental school and has also transferred to a different office across the country!  We’re also joined by Stacey Smith, Director of DeNovo Recruitment. In this episode we’ll discuss what is a Heartland Dental DeNovo, the benefits of joining this type of office, and how you can start as a new grad (or experienced doctor!)  We’ll dive into how sites are selected, the support you’ll receive, investing in your community, and so much more.

Part 1 – Dr. Stephanie Zbin

Part 2 – Stacey Smith

]]> Have you ever wondered what it’s like to start in a brand-new dental office without the overhead cost? Here’s your chance! We’re joined by Dr. Stephanie Zbin who began her dental career in a DeNovo office right out of dental school and has also transferred to a different office across the country!  We’re also joined by Stacey Smith, Director of DeNovo Recruitment. In this episode we’ll discuss what is a Heartland Dental DeNovo, the benefits of joining this type of office, and how you can start as a new grad (or experienced doctor!)  We’ll dive into how sites are selected, the support you’ll receive, investing in your community, and so much more.

Part 1 – Dr. Stephanie Zbin

Part 2 – Stacey Smith

]]> Buzzsprout-13869666 Tue, 14 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0600 4362 56 full false Celebrating Dental Hygiene Month Celebrating Dental Hygiene Month Join as we chat with Hygienist and Educator Yolanda Cox.  Not only will we hear Yolanda’s journey from a practicing hygienist to becoming a Manager of Provider Learning and Development, but also discuss the important roles that every hygienist play in the dental office.

]]> Join as we chat with Hygienist and Educator Yolanda Cox.  Not only will we hear Yolanda’s journey from a practicing hygienist to becoming a Manager of Provider Learning and Development, but also discuss the important roles that every hygienist play in the dental office.

]]> Buzzsprout-13684847 Tue, 17 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0500 2005 55 full false Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month | Marcelo Lopez Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month | Marcelo Lopez In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Cathy interviews Marcelo Lopez, Heartland Dental’s Operations Training Developer. Hispanic Heritage Month celebrates the history and countless contributions that Latinos have made to our nation over the years. This month, we also honor the cultural richness of Hispanics, who come from Mexico, Central America, South America, and the Caribbean. Marcelo will share his personal life story and how he became a dentist in Mexico to now working in the US. Listen in on his amazing journey!

]]> In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Cathy interviews Marcelo Lopez, Heartland Dental’s Operations Training Developer. Hispanic Heritage Month celebrates the history and countless contributions that Latinos have made to our nation over the years. This month, we also honor the cultural richness of Hispanics, who come from Mexico, Central America, South America, and the Caribbean. Marcelo will share his personal life story and how he became a dentist in Mexico to now working in the US. Listen in on his amazing journey!

]]> Cathy Telles, Ashley Morgan, Brian Perry and the Heartland Dental Campus Team Buzzsprout-13513348 Tue, 19 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0500 2855 55 full false SNDA Annual Convention (Part 2) from New Orleans SNDA Annual Convention (Part 2) from New Orleans Listen to this week’s podcast as our Impactful Wisdom team continues to interview the fabulous students attending the SNDA National Conference. You’ll hear personal stories from students from across the country sharing their “why” and how SNDA has helped them in their dental journey!

To learn more about the Student National Dental Association, visit their website.

]]> Listen to this week’s podcast as our Impactful Wisdom team continues to interview the fabulous students attending the SNDA National Conference. You’ll hear personal stories from students from across the country sharing their “why” and how SNDA has helped them in their dental journey!

To learn more about the Student National Dental Association, visit their website.

]]> Cathy Telles, Ashley Morgan, Brian Perry and the Heartland Dental Campus Team Buzzsprout-13267733 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0500 4073 1 54 full false SNDA Conference in New Orleans (Part 1) SNDA Conference in New Orleans (Part 1) Listen to this week’s podcast as our Impactful Wisdom team interviews students from the SNDA National Conference. You’ll hear personal stories from students from across the country sharing their “why” and how SNDA has helped them in their dental journey!

To learn more about the Student National Dental Association, visit their website.

]]> Listen to this week’s podcast as our Impactful Wisdom team interviews students from the SNDA National Conference. You’ll hear personal stories from students from across the country sharing their “why” and how SNDA has helped them in their dental journey!

To learn more about the Student National Dental Association, visit their website.

]]> Cathy Telles, Ashley Morgan, Brian Perry and the Heartland Dental Campus Team Buzzsprout-13267740 Tue, 25 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0500 3003 1 53 full false Celebrating Pride Month! Celebrating Pride Month! This month, we are talking all things PRIDE! Learning about Pride Month offers a chance to celebrate and honor the rich history and culture of the LGBTQ+ community.

Join us as we speak with Heartland Dental's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Manager: Nick Hornsberry as we discuss how Heartland Dental celebrates pride throughout our company.

If you would like to reach out to Nick, email them at nhornsberry@heartland.com.

]]> This month, we are talking all things PRIDE! Learning about Pride Month offers a chance to celebrate and honor the rich history and culture of the LGBTQ+ community.

Join us as we speak with Heartland Dental's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Manager: Nick Hornsberry as we discuss how Heartland Dental celebrates pride throughout our company.

If you would like to reach out to Nick, email them at nhornsberry@heartland.com.

]]> Cathy Telles, Ashley Morgan, Brian Perry and the Heartland Dental Campus Team Buzzsprout-12984148 Tue, 20 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0500 2773 52 full false Life After Being Chairside | Debora Carrier Life After Being Chairside | Debora Carrier Today’s episode feature’s Debora Carrier from Twice as Nice Uniforms – dental hygienist, and CEO! 

Listen in as she discusses how she started her own businesses, life after being clinical, and the different career paths hygienists can take if they decide their clinical days are behind them.

]]> Today’s episode feature’s Debora Carrier from Twice as Nice Uniforms – dental hygienist, and CEO! 

Listen in as she discusses how she started her own businesses, life after being clinical, and the different career paths hygienists can take if they decide their clinical days are behind them.

]]> Cathy Telles, Ashley Morgan, Brian Perry and the Heartland Dental Campus Team Buzzsprout-12853875 Tue, 16 May 2023 00:00:00 -0500 2399 51 full false Specializing as a General Dentist: Do I need to Specialize? Specializing as a General Dentist: Do I need to Specialize? Today's episode is a great one as Cathy interviews one of Heartland Dental's supported Regional Mentor Doctors. Dr. Kevin Nguyen discusses his pathway in dentistry and why he chose not to specialize. He talks about the benefits that one can take as they join Heartland Dental as a General Doctor. Listen in and hear some great points from Dr. Nguyen.

]]> Today's episode is a great one as Cathy interviews one of Heartland Dental's supported Regional Mentor Doctors. Dr. Kevin Nguyen discusses his pathway in dentistry and why he chose not to specialize. He talks about the benefits that one can take as they join Heartland Dental as a General Doctor. Listen in and hear some great points from Dr. Nguyen.

]]> Buzzsprout-12682762 Wed, 19 Apr 2023 09:00:00 -0500 2188 50 full false Understanding Your Dental Contract | Tracie Lawson Understanding Your Dental Contract | Tracie Lawson It’s that time of year!  Students are getting ready to graduate and starting to review employment contracts.  However, what should be an exciting occasion may be filled with concern and anxiety.  Don’t let the stress of a contract get to you - Join us and listen in as Heartland Dr Recruiting Manager Tracie Lawson gives some helpful questions to ask and interesting things to think about when reviewing your contract.

]]> It’s that time of year!  Students are getting ready to graduate and starting to review employment contracts.  However, what should be an exciting occasion may be filled with concern and anxiety.  Don’t let the stress of a contract get to you - Join us and listen in as Heartland Dr Recruiting Manager Tracie Lawson gives some helpful questions to ask and interesting things to think about when reviewing your contract.

]]> Cathy Telles, Ashley Morgan Vincent Battles and the Heartland Dental Campus Team Buzzsprout-12058410 Tue, 21 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0500 2973 49 full false Getting Ready for LAUNCH 2023: A Dentist Career Event Getting Ready for LAUNCH 2023: A Dentist Career Event  LAUNCH: A Dentist Career Event is an amazing opportunity to learn Heartland Dental’s culture, grow yourself, and potentially land a job so you can focus on your clinical skills your last year in school!  The goal for LAUNCH is to continue your growth journey in key areas of leadership, with relevant skills that you can immediately apply in clinic with your patients, faculty, and classmates. This event presents an opportunity for you to meet our network with students just like you, Leadership team, Heartland Supported Doctors, hear from Founder, Dr. Rick Workman, be a part of Ted Talk discussions, breakout sessions, and interview for positions at Heartland Dental.  This month’s guest is Dr. Grace Eichler, who attended the very first LAUNCH in 2018!

]]>  LAUNCH: A Dentist Career Event is an amazing opportunity to learn Heartland Dental’s culture, grow yourself, and potentially land a job so you can focus on your clinical skills your last year in school!  The goal for LAUNCH is to continue your growth journey in key areas of leadership, with relevant skills that you can immediately apply in clinic with your patients, faculty, and classmates. This event presents an opportunity for you to meet our network with students just like you, Leadership team, Heartland Supported Doctors, hear from Founder, Dr. Rick Workman, be a part of Ted Talk discussions, breakout sessions, and interview for positions at Heartland Dental.  This month’s guest is Dr. Grace Eichler, who attended the very first LAUNCH in 2018!

]]> Cathy Telles, Ashley Morgan, Brian Perry and the Heartland Dental Campus Team Buzzsprout-12365662 Fri, 03 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0600 1630 48 full false The Importance of Continuing Education The Importance of Continuing Education Happy New Year Impactful Wisdom listeners, we so are excited to welcome you into 2023!  To kick off this amazing New Year, we are discussing the importance of continuing education with two of our very own Vice Presidents of Clinical Education; Dr. Anna Singh and Dr. Timothy Quirt. In this episode, we’ll dive into why continuing education is so important, and how doctors and hygienists can stay connected and relevant in the dental industry.

]]> Happy New Year Impactful Wisdom listeners, we so are excited to welcome you into 2023!  To kick off this amazing New Year, we are discussing the importance of continuing education with two of our very own Vice Presidents of Clinical Education; Dr. Anna Singh and Dr. Timothy Quirt. In this episode, we’ll dive into why continuing education is so important, and how doctors and hygienists can stay connected and relevant in the dental industry.

]]> Cathy Telles, Ashley Morgan Vincent Battles and the Heartland Dental Campus Team Buzzsprout-11743618 Tue, 17 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0600 3187 47 full false Mental Wellness Revisited | Dr. Alyssa Phinney Mental Wellness Revisited | Dr. Alyssa Phinney It’s the holiday season & for so many people, this is a time of stress and anxiety. Join us, as we close out 2022 and we dive into the uncomfortable topic of mental wellness. Having an open conversation about mental illness, mental wellness and mental awareness is crucial for our overall health and well-being. In most settings, the topic of mental wellness is avoided and the field of dentistry is not off-limits. Learn about Dr. Phinney's journey and how she has overcome her own personal roadblocks and still been a successful dentist.

]]> It’s the holiday season & for so many people, this is a time of stress and anxiety. Join us, as we close out 2022 and we dive into the uncomfortable topic of mental wellness. Having an open conversation about mental illness, mental wellness and mental awareness is crucial for our overall health and well-being. In most settings, the topic of mental wellness is avoided and the field of dentistry is not off-limits. Learn about Dr. Phinney's journey and how she has overcome her own personal roadblocks and still been a successful dentist.

]]> Buzzsprout-11743504 Tue, 20 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0600 2702 46 full false Your First 60 Days On The Job Your First 60 Days On The Job The move from dental student to clinical practitioner can be intimidating for some. We spend a few minutes with Dr. Scott Enlow learning about the first 60 days as a supported doctor at Heartland Dental and what he was pleased to learn when he joined the practice.

Congratulations to our lunch winners from last month: 
Jazzy Gill - Oregon
Janice Darko - Utah

]]> The move from dental student to clinical practitioner can be intimidating for some. We spend a few minutes with Dr. Scott Enlow learning about the first 60 days as a supported doctor at Heartland Dental and what he was pleased to learn when he joined the practice.

Congratulations to our lunch winners from last month: 
Jazzy Gill - Oregon
Janice Darko - Utah

]]> Cathy Telles, Ashley Morgan Vincent Battles and the Heartland Dental Campus Team Buzzsprout-11634983 Tue, 15 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0600 2759 45 full false Celebrating Dental Hygiene Month Celebrating Dental Hygiene Month It’s October, and we’re celebrating Dental Hygiene Month! Listen as Ashley interviews two of Heartland Dental’s hygiene mentors, Sylvia Hazel and Luke Vanden Boom. Learn more about what brought them to dentistry, why they stayed, and how they celebrate Dental Hygiene Month while encouraging their patients to celebrate great oral hygiene all year round.

]]> It’s October, and we’re celebrating Dental Hygiene Month! Listen as Ashley interviews two of Heartland Dental’s hygiene mentors, Sylvia Hazel and Luke Vanden Boom. Learn more about what brought them to dentistry, why they stayed, and how they celebrate Dental Hygiene Month while encouraging their patients to celebrate great oral hygiene all year round.

]]> Buzzsprout-11432892 Tue, 18 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0500 2585 44 full false Hispanic Heritage Month | Dr. Leonett & Dr. Ramirez Hispanic Heritage Month | Dr. Leonett & Dr. Ramirez Listen in as Cathy interviews two amazing doctors, Dr Leonett & Dr Ramirez. Hispanic Heritage Month celebrates the history and countless contributions that Latinos have made to our nation over the years. This month we also honor the cultural richness of Hispanics, who come from Mexico, Central America, South America and the Caribbean. Both doctors will share their stories of struggle & success as being Latinas.

]]> Listen in as Cathy interviews two amazing doctors, Dr Leonett & Dr Ramirez. Hispanic Heritage Month celebrates the history and countless contributions that Latinos have made to our nation over the years. This month we also honor the cultural richness of Hispanics, who come from Mexico, Central America, South America and the Caribbean. Both doctors will share their stories of struggle & success as being Latinas.

]]> Buzzsprout-11310322 Tue, 20 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0500 3212 43 full false Sunny Singh | The Top 5 Tips For Succeeding In Dental School Sunny Singh | The Top 5 Tips For Succeeding In Dental School Join us as we hear from Sunny Singh a current dental student doctor as he shares his top five strategies to help first and second years be successful while in dental school.

]]> Join us as we hear from Sunny Singh a current dental student doctor as he shares his top five strategies to help first and second years be successful while in dental school.

]]> Cathy Telles, Ashley Morgan Vincent Battles and the Heartland Dental Campus Team Buzzsprout-11233953 Tue, 30 Aug 2022 22:00:00 -0500 1651 42 full false Diversity Equity Inclusion and Justice | Nick Hornsberry Diversity Equity Inclusion and Justice | Nick Hornsberry Cathy Telles, Ashley Morgan Vincent Battles and the Heartland Dental Campus Team Buzzsprout-10915763 Tue, 19 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0500 2360 41 full false SNDA Conference Live! | Part 2 SNDA Conference Live! | Part 2 Part 2 of our podcast series on the road featuring students of the Student National Dental Association's (SNDA) 50th Anniversary Celebration in Orlando, FL.  What a privilege to speak with some amazing, talented, and committed dental students!  Joining us today are:

Malik Jackson
Najwa Naami
Jasmin Naztarakmi
Octavia Miller
Teleshia Johnson
Courtney Jones

But before all of that, we feature an inspiring message given at the Gala event by our Heartland Dental Founder, Dr. Rick Workman.

]]> Part 2 of our podcast series on the road featuring students of the Student National Dental Association's (SNDA) 50th Anniversary Celebration in Orlando, FL.  What a privilege to speak with some amazing, talented, and committed dental students!  Joining us today are:

Malik Jackson
Najwa Naami
Jasmin Naztarakmi
Octavia Miller
Teleshia Johnson
Courtney Jones

But before all of that, we feature an inspiring message given at the Gala event by our Heartland Dental Founder, Dr. Rick Workman.

]]> Buzzsprout-10864738 Tue, 05 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0500 2462 40 full false SNDA Conference Live! | Part 1 SNDA Conference Live! | Part 1 Listen as Ashley, Cathy, and Vincent take the Impactful Wisdom podcast on the road to feature attendees of the Student National Dental Association's (SNDA) 50th Anniversary Celebration in Orlando, FL.  What a privilege to speak with some amazing, talented and committed dental students!  Joining us today are:
JohnTre Goudy
Marqua Franchesca
Brea Fleming
Morghan Gray
Harrison Duckett
Ashton Poole
Jayanne Pierre
*Follow them all on Instagram

There is great hope for the future of dentistry!

]]> Listen as Ashley, Cathy, and Vincent take the Impactful Wisdom podcast on the road to feature attendees of the Student National Dental Association's (SNDA) 50th Anniversary Celebration in Orlando, FL.  What a privilege to speak with some amazing, talented and committed dental students!  Joining us today are:
JohnTre Goudy
Marqua Franchesca
Brea Fleming
Morghan Gray
Harrison Duckett
Ashton Poole
Jayanne Pierre
*Follow them all on Instagram

There is great hope for the future of dentistry!

]]> Buzzsprout-10850684 Tue, 28 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0500 2501 39 full false Introducing Ashley Morgan - Our New Co-Host Introducing Ashley Morgan - Our New Co-Host Today we introduce - Ashley Morgan - Campus Recruiter for Heartland Dental and brand new co-host of the podcast.

Cathy and Vincent welcome Ashley to the podcast team with a short introductory conversation.  And, together they preview SNDA Conference in Orlando, FL.  

If you're attending the conference, come see us!

]]> Today we introduce - Ashley Morgan - Campus Recruiter for Heartland Dental and brand new co-host of the podcast.

Cathy and Vincent welcome Ashley to the podcast team with a short introductory conversation.  And, together they preview SNDA Conference in Orlando, FL.  

If you're attending the conference, come see us!

]]> Cathy Telles, Vincent Battles and the Heartland Dental Campus Team Buzzsprout-10793730 Fri, 24 Jun 2022 15:00:00 -0500 864 38 full false Making the Most of a Networking Opportunity to Land the Next Job Making the Most of a Networking Opportunity to Land the Next Job Our discussion with Dr. Akeadra Bell, DMD will not leave you disappointed. She shared valuable information regarding her residency experience, how she discovered Heartland Dental, her networking abilities, and her role as President of the Student National Dental Association. In June, SNDA will mark its 50th anniversary during its annual conference in Orlando, Florida.

]]> Our discussion with Dr. Akeadra Bell, DMD will not leave you disappointed. She shared valuable information regarding her residency experience, how she discovered Heartland Dental, her networking abilities, and her role as President of the Student National Dental Association. In June, SNDA will mark its 50th anniversary during its annual conference in Orlando, Florida.

]]> Buzzsprout-10606641 Tue, 17 May 2022 17:00:00 -0500 2088 37 full false BONUS Episode | Revisiting Launch 2021 BONUS Episode | Revisiting Launch 2021 Applications for LAUNCH 2022 are still open!  You have until the last day of this month (April 2022) to apply.  Meanwhile, enjoy our interviews with students and attendees at LAUNCH 2021 in Atlanta.  

]]> Applications for LAUNCH 2022 are still open!  You have until the last day of this month (April 2022) to apply.  Meanwhile, enjoy our interviews with students and attendees at LAUNCH 2021 in Atlanta.  

]]> Buzzsprout-10467217 Wed, 20 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0500 1638 full false Fernando Saenz | Oral Cancer Awareness Month Fernando Saenz | Oral Cancer Awareness Month This April month's episode focuses on Oral Cancer Awareness Month. Why is this important to you as a listener or as a provider? Join us on this episode as I interview one of Heartland Dental's Sub-Regional Hygiene Mentor, Fernando Saenz, RDH. He will share his best tips as a provider & talks about the importance of taking care of your teeth. 

]]> This April month's episode focuses on Oral Cancer Awareness Month. Why is this important to you as a listener or as a provider? Join us on this episode as I interview one of Heartland Dental's Sub-Regional Hygiene Mentor, Fernando Saenz, RDH. He will share his best tips as a provider & talks about the importance of taking care of your teeth. 

]]> Buzzsprout-10461883 Tue, 19 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0500 2540 36 full false Stephanie Zbin | From New Graduate to Practicing Dentist Stephanie Zbin | From New Graduate to Practicing Dentist What does mentorship look like at Heartland Dental? What do the first six months look like and how do you know when Heartland Dental is right for you? Join Dr. Stephanie Zbin, DDS as she provides insights into why she decided to launch her career with Heartland Dental and her journey transitioning from a new grad to a practicing doctor.

And, we announce the winner of our FREE LUNCH Giveaway!

]]> What does mentorship look like at Heartland Dental? What do the first six months look like and how do you know when Heartland Dental is right for you? Join Dr. Stephanie Zbin, DDS as she provides insights into why she decided to launch her career with Heartland Dental and her journey transitioning from a new grad to a practicing doctor.

And, we announce the winner of our FREE LUNCH Giveaway!

]]> Buzzsprout-10205124 Fri, 18 Mar 2022 17:00:00 -0500 3500 35 full false Tracie Lawson | Career Advice from a Doctor Recruiter: Do's & Don't's For Your Next Interview Tracie Lawson | Career Advice from a Doctor Recruiter: Do's & Don't's For Your Next Interview Are you a soon-to-be-graduate? Are you ready to land the next job? In today's episode, we interview, Tracie Lawson Sr. Doctor Recruiter who's been in the field of dentistry for over 15+ years. Learn from her some helpful "dos & don't's" so that you can find your new home! You don't want to miss today's episode of professional development!

]]> Are you a soon-to-be-graduate? Are you ready to land the next job? In today's episode, we interview, Tracie Lawson Sr. Doctor Recruiter who's been in the field of dentistry for over 15+ years. Learn from her some helpful "dos & don't's" so that you can find your new home! You don't want to miss today's episode of professional development!

]]> Buzzsprout-9992954 Tue, 15 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0600 2270 34 full false Ange Tchouaga | Taking Lessons From Launch Into The New Year Ange Tchouaga | Taking Lessons From Launch Into The New Year Impactful Wisdom podcast welcomes Ange Tchouaga who briefly stepped away from studying, in her final year at the University of Maryland School of Dentistry, to speak with us. Ange discussed some of the important tools she uses to stay focused and prepared while trying to manage a hectic class and clinic schedule.

Get your FREE STUDENT GUIDE: 10 Ways To Prepare For A Successful Dental Career.

]]> Impactful Wisdom podcast welcomes Ange Tchouaga who briefly stepped away from studying, in her final year at the University of Maryland School of Dentistry, to speak with us. Ange discussed some of the important tools she uses to stay focused and prepared while trying to manage a hectic class and clinic schedule.

Get your FREE STUDENT GUIDE: 10 Ways To Prepare For A Successful Dental Career.

]]> Cathy Telles, Vincent Battles and the Heartland Dental Campus Team Buzzsprout-9880140 Tue, 18 Jan 2022 00:00:00 -0600 2459 33 full false Celebrating 2021 | We're Joined By A Special Guest Celebrating 2021 | We're Joined By A Special Guest We're celebrating our first year of Impactful Wisdom and an amazing year of success as the Campus Team of Heartland Dental!  We're joined by a couple of special guests today to help us look back on the year. 

Get your FREE STUDENT GUIDE: 10 Ways To Prepare For A Successful Dental Career.

]]> We're celebrating our first year of Impactful Wisdom and an amazing year of success as the Campus Team of Heartland Dental!  We're joined by a couple of special guests today to help us look back on the year. 

Get your FREE STUDENT GUIDE: 10 Ways To Prepare For A Successful Dental Career.

]]> Cathy Telles, Vincent Battles and the Heartland Dental Campus Team Buzzsprout-9684868 Tue, 21 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -0600 2326 32 full false Diversity in Dentistry: Saluting our Doctors Serving in the US Military | Dr. Michael Morehead Diversity in Dentistry: Saluting our Doctors Serving in the US Military | Dr. Michael Morehead There is no better time of year to salute individuals who are serving in the U.S. Armed Forces.  we have Dr. Michael Morehead on the program today.

]]> There is no better time of year to salute individuals who are serving in the U.S. Armed Forces.  we have Dr. Michael Morehead on the program today.

]]> Buzzsprout-9292551 Tue, 07 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -0600 3114 31 full true More From LAUNCH 2021 | Conversations with YOU, our Dental Students More From LAUNCH 2021 | Conversations with YOU, our Dental Students For the second episode in a row, our co-hosts, Cathy Telles and Vincent Battles take the Impactful Wisdom podcast on the road to feature a few attendees of the Heartland Dental Leadership Summit as they share their experience at LAUNCH 2021 - a flagship event. It’s really exciting to hear from students attending from ASDOH, Creighton, LSU, and many others.  This is the second of two in a series of conversations at LAUNCH 2021 in Atlanta, GA.

Get your FREE STUDENT GUIDE: 10 Ways To Prepare For A Successful Dental Career.

]]> For the second episode in a row, our co-hosts, Cathy Telles and Vincent Battles take the Impactful Wisdom podcast on the road to feature a few attendees of the Heartland Dental Leadership Summit as they share their experience at LAUNCH 2021 - a flagship event. It’s really exciting to hear from students attending from ASDOH, Creighton, LSU, and many others.  This is the second of two in a series of conversations at LAUNCH 2021 in Atlanta, GA.

Get your FREE STUDENT GUIDE: 10 Ways To Prepare For A Successful Dental Career.

]]> Cathy Telles, Vincent Battles and the Heartland Dental Campus Team Buzzsprout-9597456 Tue, 23 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -0600 823 30 full true All About LAUNCH 2021 | Onsite Conversations With YOU, Our Dental Students All About LAUNCH 2021 | Onsite Conversations With YOU, Our Dental Students Our co-hosts, Cathy Telles and Vincent Battles take the Impactful Wisdom podcast on the road to feature a few attendees of the Heartland Dental Leadership Summit as they share their experience at LAUNCH 2021 - a flagship event. It’s really exciting to hear from students attending from ASDOH, Creighton, LSU, and many others.  This is part 1 of a 2 part series of conversations at LAUNCH 2021 in Atlanta, GA.

Who is featured in this episode?
Carlos Santos - Regional Director of Operations, Heartland Dental
Harsh Parmar - Dentist

Get your FREE STUDENT GUIDE: 10 Ways To Prepare For A Successful Dental Career.

]]> Our co-hosts, Cathy Telles and Vincent Battles take the Impactful Wisdom podcast on the road to feature a few attendees of the Heartland Dental Leadership Summit as they share their experience at LAUNCH 2021 - a flagship event. It’s really exciting to hear from students attending from ASDOH, Creighton, LSU, and many others.  This is part 1 of a 2 part series of conversations at LAUNCH 2021 in Atlanta, GA.

Who is featured in this episode?
Carlos Santos - Regional Director of Operations, Heartland Dental
Harsh Parmar - Dentist

Get your FREE STUDENT GUIDE: 10 Ways To Prepare For A Successful Dental Career.

]]> Buzzsprout-9295515 Wed, 10 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -0600 1020 29 full true Building a Hygiene Program During a Pandemic | Tammy Fisher Building a Hygiene Program During a Pandemic | Tammy Fisher  Join us as we interview, Tammy Fisher, RDH, Program Director at South College in Nashville, TN, as we talk about setbacks and successes of starting a new hygiene program during a pandemic. Hear her story and how Hygiene has impacted her life.

Get your FREE STUDENT GUIDE: 10 Ways To Prepare For A Successful Dental Career.

]]>  Join us as we interview, Tammy Fisher, RDH, Program Director at South College in Nashville, TN, as we talk about setbacks and successes of starting a new hygiene program during a pandemic. Hear her story and how Hygiene has impacted her life.

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]]> Cathy Telles, Vincent Battles and the Heartland Dental Campus Team Buzzsprout-9292494 Tue, 26 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0500 2342 28 full false Oral Health in the Hispanic Community | Eduardo Garcia and Kenneth Morales Oral Health in the Hispanic Community | Eduardo Garcia and Kenneth Morales We're still celebrating Hispanic Heritage month and are proud to feature two dental professionals who share their unique dental journey and more importantly their thoughts on oral health.  Please welcome Kenneth Morales and Eduardo Garcia.

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]]> We're still celebrating Hispanic Heritage month and are proud to feature two dental professionals who share their unique dental journey and more importantly their thoughts on oral health.  Please welcome Kenneth Morales and Eduardo Garcia.

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]]> Cathy Telles, Vincent Battles and the Heartland Dental Campus Team Buzzsprout-9290131 Tue, 12 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0500 3249 27 full false Hispanic Heritage Month | Dr. Manuel Cordero, CEO of Hispanic Dental Association Hispanic Heritage Month | Dr. Manuel Cordero, CEO of Hispanic Dental Association It's Hispanic Heritage Month & we are fortunate to have CEO of Hispanic Dental Association, Dr. Manuel Cordero join us. You will get a glimpse of what it's like to break glass ceilings as a Hispanic male in the dental industry. Hear his stories of struggle & success as he lives out his passion in serving his community.

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]]> It's Hispanic Heritage Month & we are fortunate to have CEO of Hispanic Dental Association, Dr. Manuel Cordero join us. You will get a glimpse of what it's like to break glass ceilings as a Hispanic male in the dental industry. Hear his stories of struggle & success as he lives out his passion in serving his community.

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]]> Cathy Telles, Vincent Battles and the Heartland Dental Campus Team Buzzsprout-9057722 Tue, 28 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0500 3240 26 full false The Role of Hygiene Mentor | Jill Ulrici, RDH The Role of Hygiene Mentor | Jill Ulrici, RDH The philosophy of Heartland Dental is doctor-led and hygiene-driven. Today, we speak with a regional hygiene mentor of operations, Jill Ulrici, RDH as we discuss doctor and patient interactions and the value of the secondary provider.

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]]> The philosophy of Heartland Dental is doctor-led and hygiene-driven. Today, we speak with a regional hygiene mentor of operations, Jill Ulrici, RDH as we discuss doctor and patient interactions and the value of the secondary provider.

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]]> Cathy Telles, Vincent Battles and the Heartland Dental Campus Team Buzzsprout-9057721 Tue, 14 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0500 2357 25 full false It's Okay to Talk About This | The Importance of Mental Wellness It's Okay to Talk About This | The Importance of Mental Wellness Join us as we dive into the uncomfortable topic of mental wellness. Having an open conversation about Mental Illness, Mental Wellness, and Mental Awareness is crucial for our overall health and well-being. In most settings, the topic of mental wellness is avoided and the field of dentistry is not off-limits. Learn about Dr. Alyssa Phinney's journey and how she's overcome her own personal roadblocks and still be a successful dentist.

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]]> Join us as we dive into the uncomfortable topic of mental wellness. Having an open conversation about Mental Illness, Mental Wellness, and Mental Awareness is crucial for our overall health and well-being. In most settings, the topic of mental wellness is avoided and the field of dentistry is not off-limits. Learn about Dr. Alyssa Phinney's journey and how she's overcome her own personal roadblocks and still be a successful dentist.

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]]> Cathy Telles, Vincent Battles and the Heartland Dental Campus Team Buzzsprout-9057718 Tue, 31 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0500 3003 24 full false Kickstart Your Career With LAUNCH: A Student Leadership Summit Kickstart Your Career With LAUNCH: A Student Leadership Summit In today's episode, we have the absolute privilege of speaking to two of our past LAUNCH attendees, turned Heartland Dental Supported Doctors! We will hear from Dr. Taylor Bolland and Dr. Mike Scruggs on how they were able to kick-start their career at this Student Summit when they were just starting their D4 year at UMMC. You will hear straight from their mouths all the reasons they chose to apply for this exclusive conference and what they gained from this experience. If you are a current dental student you don't want to miss the inside information shared on this episode.  Heartland's own, Emilie Taylor, joins us as guest host today.

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]]> In today's episode, we have the absolute privilege of speaking to two of our past LAUNCH attendees, turned Heartland Dental Supported Doctors! We will hear from Dr. Taylor Bolland and Dr. Mike Scruggs on how they were able to kick-start their career at this Student Summit when they were just starting their D4 year at UMMC. You will hear straight from their mouths all the reasons they chose to apply for this exclusive conference and what they gained from this experience. If you are a current dental student you don't want to miss the inside information shared on this episode.  Heartland's own, Emilie Taylor, joins us as guest host today.

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]]> Buzzsprout-9014973 Tue, 17 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0500 1903 23 full false Early Career Mindset | What Can You Be Doing Now to Ensure Future Success? Early Career Mindset | What Can You Be Doing Now to Ensure Future Success? As a dental student, you are spending a lot of money on education.  How can you make sure that you are getting the most out of your time in school?  Dr. Amid Ismail, the Dean of Temple University's Kornberg School of Dentistry joins the Impactful Wisdom podcast to share his thoughts on how students should approach dental school, no matter what year they are in.  He will also explain a characteristic that is common with all successful students, and the one class that is most important during school to help with success upon graduation.

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]]> As a dental student, you are spending a lot of money on education.  How can you make sure that you are getting the most out of your time in school?  Dr. Amid Ismail, the Dean of Temple University's Kornberg School of Dentistry joins the Impactful Wisdom podcast to share his thoughts on how students should approach dental school, no matter what year they are in.  He will also explain a characteristic that is common with all successful students, and the one class that is most important during school to help with success upon graduation.

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]]> Buzzsprout-8814086 Tue, 03 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0500 2562 22 full false Podcast Throwback | Guests Answer Student Questions Podcast Throwback | Guests Answer Student Questions Today’s episode is a departure from our normal format. In this episode, we are going to flashback to previous episodes to respond to many of the questions we receive from dental students. For the past three years of recruiting at various dental colleges and interacting with students, we have received an assortment of questions. And we thought what better way to respond to those burning questions from dental students than to use the Impactful Wisdom podcast quests to share the answers.

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]]> Today’s episode is a departure from our normal format. In this episode, we are going to flashback to previous episodes to respond to many of the questions we receive from dental students. For the past three years of recruiting at various dental colleges and interacting with students, we have received an assortment of questions. And we thought what better way to respond to those burning questions from dental students than to use the Impactful Wisdom podcast quests to share the answers.

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]]> Cathy Telles, Vincent Battles and the Heartland Dental Campus Team Buzzsprout-8813979 Tue, 20 Jul 2021 00:00:00 -0500 1916 21 full false Dr. Thibodeaux & Mary Jo | Technology in Dentistry Dr. Thibodeaux & Mary Jo | Technology in Dentistry We welcome Dr Jason Thibodeaux & Mary Jo Collins, RDH - Family Dental Care of Rogers to share their perspectives of how technology in dentistry has affected their practice as a supported doctor and hygienist. And we debut responses to questions students have submitted to the podcast. And we welcome a different voice - Ashley DeMond - to Impactful Wisdom as guest host.

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]]> We welcome Dr Jason Thibodeaux & Mary Jo Collins, RDH - Family Dental Care of Rogers to share their perspectives of how technology in dentistry has affected their practice as a supported doctor and hygienist. And we debut responses to questions students have submitted to the podcast. And we welcome a different voice - Ashley DeMond - to Impactful Wisdom as guest host.

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]]> Buzzsprout-8760431 Mon, 05 Jul 2021 23:00:00 -0500 2821 20 full false Your Dental Career Path and Trajectory Your Dental Career Path and Trajectory Dr. Anna Singh leads clinical efforts across the Heartland Dental network by partnering with operations to support the growth and success of doctors and their teams. As VP of Clinical Training & Development, she is responsible for all clinical and professional education available to supported dentists and their teams. She oversees the development and execution of over 1600 hours of CE, including in-person events, hands-on workshops, virtual study clubs, and regional events. Her team consists of developers, scanner trainers, and clinical directors that specialize in topics like esthetics, clinical leadership, lasers, scanners, implantology, endodontics, strategic clinical initiatives, general dentistry, and clear aligner therapy. Dr. Singh received her DMD from the University of Pennsylvania and is a recipient of the International Dentist Award.

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]]> Dr. Anna Singh leads clinical efforts across the Heartland Dental network by partnering with operations to support the growth and success of doctors and their teams. As VP of Clinical Training & Development, she is responsible for all clinical and professional education available to supported dentists and their teams. She oversees the development and execution of over 1600 hours of CE, including in-person events, hands-on workshops, virtual study clubs, and regional events. Her team consists of developers, scanner trainers, and clinical directors that specialize in topics like esthetics, clinical leadership, lasers, scanners, implantology, endodontics, strategic clinical initiatives, general dentistry, and clear aligner therapy. Dr. Singh received her DMD from the University of Pennsylvania and is a recipient of the International Dentist Award.

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]]> Buzzsprout-7675162 Mon, 21 Jun 2021 23:00:00 -0500 2703 19 full false Preparing For The Unexpected - Insuring Your Future Preparing For The Unexpected - Insuring Your Future During this episode, Amanda will be interviewing Dr. Brendon Hallissey to talk about how to prepare for life's unexpected moments and discussing why disability insurance is so important. He also talks about his personal journey and why he will never go back to private practice.

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]]> During this episode, Amanda will be interviewing Dr. Brendon Hallissey to talk about how to prepare for life's unexpected moments and discussing why disability insurance is so important. He also talks about his personal journey and why he will never go back to private practice.

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]]> Buzzsprout-7675141 Mon, 07 Jun 2021 23:00:00 -0500 2363 18 full false How To Take Your Networking Game To The Next Level How To Take Your Networking Game To The Next Level During this episode, Cathy will be interviewing Fanny Chen, a Talent Acquisition professional at LinkedIn. Fanny will be talking about the importance of building a personal brand, including how to really build an authentic brand on LinkedIn.

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]]> During this episode, Cathy will be interviewing Fanny Chen, a Talent Acquisition professional at LinkedIn. Fanny will be talking about the importance of building a personal brand, including how to really build an authentic brand on LinkedIn.

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]]> Buzzsprout-7675123 Mon, 24 May 2021 23:00:00 -0500 2677 17 full false Career Opportunities as a Dental Hygiene Professional Career Opportunities as a Dental Hygiene Professional We're joined by two individuals who are at different spectrums of the dental hygiene journey.

Kandyce M. A’see, RDH, MS is an Associate Professor in the Dental Hygiene Program at Augusta University. She is the Senior Clinic Coordinator and teaches Theory and Practice III as well as Practice Management and Ethics. Kandyce earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology from South Carolina State University in 2002. She then went on to earn her Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene in 2007 and her Master of Science in Allied Health with a concentration in Dental Hygiene in 2011 from the Medical College of Georgia. In addition to her full-time career, Kandyce has a loving family including her husband, 2 sons, and a daughter due this May.

David Diggs is a native of Loganville, GA, and a senior Dental Hygiene student attending Augusta University. David is the Class of 2021 Vice President for the Student American Dental Hygiene Association Augusta University chapter. David's goal is to make his patients comfortable and educate them as much as he can so they can lead happier and healthier lives. 

Smiles at Sea link mentioned in this episode.

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]]> We're joined by two individuals who are at different spectrums of the dental hygiene journey.

Kandyce M. A’see, RDH, MS is an Associate Professor in the Dental Hygiene Program at Augusta University. She is the Senior Clinic Coordinator and teaches Theory and Practice III as well as Practice Management and Ethics. Kandyce earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology from South Carolina State University in 2002. She then went on to earn her Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene in 2007 and her Master of Science in Allied Health with a concentration in Dental Hygiene in 2011 from the Medical College of Georgia. In addition to her full-time career, Kandyce has a loving family including her husband, 2 sons, and a daughter due this May.

David Diggs is a native of Loganville, GA, and a senior Dental Hygiene student attending Augusta University. David is the Class of 2021 Vice President for the Student American Dental Hygiene Association Augusta University chapter. David's goal is to make his patients comfortable and educate them as much as he can so they can lead happier and healthier lives. 

Smiles at Sea link mentioned in this episode.

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]]> Buzzsprout-7675096 Mon, 10 May 2021 23:00:00 -0500 2222 16 full false Communicating To Succeed | Dr. William Bloink Communicating To Succeed | Dr. William Bloink Dr. William Bloink joins the Impactful Wisdom Podcast this week for a sit-down with Amanda for a discussion on the importance of good communication. Dr. Bloink talks about how good communication doesn't just help you succeed professionally but also personally,  explain what Attack vs. Build Messages are and how you can take control of what message your sending, and provides awesome advice on how you can start working on your communication skills right now while you navigate school.

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]]> Dr. William Bloink joins the Impactful Wisdom Podcast this week for a sit-down with Amanda for a discussion on the importance of good communication. Dr. Bloink talks about how good communication doesn't just help you succeed professionally but also personally,  explain what Attack vs. Build Messages are and how you can take control of what message your sending, and provides awesome advice on how you can start working on your communication skills right now while you navigate school.

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]]> Buzzsprout-7675075 Mon, 26 Apr 2021 23:00:00 -0500 2887 15 full false International Dental Student Success International Dental Student Success The untapped students - International students.  We talk about the opportunity for students from out of the country and how to get through the International student process successfully!

Want to be on the Impactful Wisdom Podcast?  Call or Text (312) 544-0718 now for your chance to be featured on an upcoming episode of the podcast. Submit topic ideas, ask questions and share with us any interesting student opportunities or initiatives in which you are involved. We want to hear from YOU, our listeners on the topics most important to YOU! Looking forward to hearing your ideas, listeners!

Register to win $5000!
Hey Class of 2021’s, future dental hygienists, and recent graduates. Heartland Dental has an exciting opportunity for you! Come join us virtually on Saturday, May 1st for Heartland Dental’s SPARK, a student leadership summit exclusively for Dental Hygiene students. Visit our website at heartland.com/students to register to attend and learn more about this opportunity and how you can earn five thousand dollars! 

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]]> The untapped students - International students.  We talk about the opportunity for students from out of the country and how to get through the International student process successfully!

Want to be on the Impactful Wisdom Podcast?  Call or Text (312) 544-0718 now for your chance to be featured on an upcoming episode of the podcast. Submit topic ideas, ask questions and share with us any interesting student opportunities or initiatives in which you are involved. We want to hear from YOU, our listeners on the topics most important to YOU! Looking forward to hearing your ideas, listeners!

Register to win $5000!
Hey Class of 2021’s, future dental hygienists, and recent graduates. Heartland Dental has an exciting opportunity for you! Come join us virtually on Saturday, May 1st for Heartland Dental’s SPARK, a student leadership summit exclusively for Dental Hygiene students. Visit our website at heartland.com/students to register to attend and learn more about this opportunity and how you can earn five thousand dollars! 

Get your FREE STUDENT GUIDE: 10 Ways To Prepare For A Successful Dental Career.

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]]> Buzzsprout-7675039 Mon, 12 Apr 2021 23:00:00 -0500 1935 14 full false Diversity in Dentistry Diversity in Dentistry The death of George Floyd, during the summer of 2020, sparked and in some cases reignited the conversation about diversity. Dr. Leonard Badger, DDS, FAGD, DICOI, and Taylor Jackson are two advocates on the topic of diversity.  Both discuss their opinions, experiences insights on diversity including suggestions on how to become an ally.

Dr. Badger is a valued consultant, faculty member, and speaker for Align Technologies, the manufacturer of Invisalign® clear aligners. He is a highly respected national and international dental speaker and lecturer on numerous topics highlighted by advanced dental techniques, communication, and emerging technologies.

Taylor Jackson is a graduate of Fisk University, from the rolling hills of Georgia. She is currently a 3rd-year dental student at Meharry Medical College. Ms. Jackson hosts and produces The Occlusal Table Podcast with her two classmates. The podcast first launched in August of 2019 and has since then uplifted the mission to Empower, Educate and Elevate underrepresented oral healthcare professionals through entertainment.

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]]> The death of George Floyd, during the summer of 2020, sparked and in some cases reignited the conversation about diversity. Dr. Leonard Badger, DDS, FAGD, DICOI, and Taylor Jackson are two advocates on the topic of diversity.  Both discuss their opinions, experiences insights on diversity including suggestions on how to become an ally.

Dr. Badger is a valued consultant, faculty member, and speaker for Align Technologies, the manufacturer of Invisalign® clear aligners. He is a highly respected national and international dental speaker and lecturer on numerous topics highlighted by advanced dental techniques, communication, and emerging technologies.

Taylor Jackson is a graduate of Fisk University, from the rolling hills of Georgia. She is currently a 3rd-year dental student at Meharry Medical College. Ms. Jackson hosts and produces The Occlusal Table Podcast with her two classmates. The podcast first launched in August of 2019 and has since then uplifted the mission to Empower, Educate and Elevate underrepresented oral healthcare professionals through entertainment.

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Connect with us at ImpactfulWisdomPodcast.com.

]]> Buzzsprout-7674925 Mon, 29 Mar 2021 23:00:00 -0500 2323 13 full false Achieving Balance | Upping Your Time Management Game with Charles Buchanan Achieving Balance | Upping Your Time Management Game with Charles Buchanan Juggling a lot of plates in the air? How do you keep school, extra-curricular activities, family, and life balanced out? In today's episode, you'll get answers to these questions and more from ASDA District 10's Trustee, Charles Buchanan on how he juggles life as a dental student.

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]]> Juggling a lot of plates in the air? How do you keep school, extra-curricular activities, family, and life balanced out? In today's episode, you'll get answers to these questions and more from ASDA District 10's Trustee, Charles Buchanan on how he juggles life as a dental student.

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]]> Cathy Telles, Vincent Battles and Amanda Rochlen and the Heartland Dental Campus Team Buzzsprout-7494481 Mon, 15 Mar 2021 23:00:00 -0500 1850 12 full false The Future of Mentorship The Future of Mentorship Student Doctors, Tyler Brown and Tyrell Fridie of Future DDS stop by the Impactful Wisdom Podcast, as well as our very own Mentor Doctor, Dr. Gregory Cohen to talk about the importance of mentorship. We first hear from Tyrell and Tyler who talk about how Future DDS came to be, why mentorship is so important to them, and how they have been able to mentor hundreds of students through their online platform while still being in school. Later on in the episode, we are joined by Dr. Cohen and discuss his own journey from being a mentee to his current role as a Doctor Mentor in his region. We also dive deep into the lessons he learned from his own mentor and what his own philosophy is now as he mentors and teaches others.

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]]> Student Doctors, Tyler Brown and Tyrell Fridie of Future DDS stop by the Impactful Wisdom Podcast, as well as our very own Mentor Doctor, Dr. Gregory Cohen to talk about the importance of mentorship. We first hear from Tyrell and Tyler who talk about how Future DDS came to be, why mentorship is so important to them, and how they have been able to mentor hundreds of students through their online platform while still being in school. Later on in the episode, we are joined by Dr. Cohen and discuss his own journey from being a mentee to his current role as a Doctor Mentor in his region. We also dive deep into the lessons he learned from his own mentor and what his own philosophy is now as he mentors and teaches others.

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]]> Buzzsprout-7379287 Mon, 01 Mar 2021 23:00:00 -0600 2634 11 full false Women in Dentistry - Beyond 9 to 5 Women in Dentistry - Beyond 9 to 5 Dr. Ashley Delgado, Dr. Angela De Bartolo, and Chrislyn Fite join the Impactful Wisdom Podcast to discuss all things related to being women in dentistry.  All three women are in different stages of their careers and provide amazing insight as we talk about how the gender gap is changing, challenges they have had to overcome, how they find balance, and provide some empowering advice for current and prospective students.

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]]> Dr. Ashley Delgado, Dr. Angela De Bartolo, and Chrislyn Fite join the Impactful Wisdom Podcast to discuss all things related to being women in dentistry.  All three women are in different stages of their careers and provide amazing insight as we talk about how the gender gap is changing, challenges they have had to overcome, how they find balance, and provide some empowering advice for current and prospective students.

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]]> Cathy Telles, Vincent Battles and Amanda Rochlen and the Heartland Dental Campus Team Buzzsprout-7378984 Mon, 15 Feb 2021 23:00:00 -0600 2297 10 full false Caitlin Stephens | Dispelling the Myths of a Dental Support Organization Caitlin Stephens | Dispelling the Myths of a Dental Support Organization In today's episode, you'll get a chance to meet Caitlin Stephens, sub-regional Hygiene Mentor at Heartland Dental. She will share her story of perseverance and how her role model guided her along the way.  And, most definitely, she will be dispelling the myths and negative feedback people sometimes have of dental support organizations.

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]]> In today's episode, you'll get a chance to meet Caitlin Stephens, sub-regional Hygiene Mentor at Heartland Dental. She will share her story of perseverance and how her role model guided her along the way.  And, most definitely, she will be dispelling the myths and negative feedback people sometimes have of dental support organizations.

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]]> Buzzsprout-6922421 Mon, 01 Feb 2021 23:00:00 -0600 2447 9 full true Brian Walsh | Preparing For Your Financial Future in Dentistry Brian Walsh | Preparing For Your Financial Future in Dentistry Brian Walsh, CFP of SoFi provides great insights on how to manage money. He discusses credit card debt and explains the difference between good and bad debt. Brian even has advice for students getting their first job and how to manage those newly found dollars when you begin your dentistry practice.

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]]> Brian Walsh, CFP of SoFi provides great insights on how to manage money. He discusses credit card debt and explains the difference between good and bad debt. Brian even has advice for students getting their first job and how to manage those newly found dollars when you begin your dentistry practice.

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]]> Buzzsprout-6922214 Mon, 18 Jan 2021 23:00:00 -0600 2138 8 full true Dr. Kanesha Cole | Leading in the Classroom and in the Dental Office Dr. Kanesha Cole | Leading in the Classroom and in the Dental Office Dr. Kanesha Cole visits to share her thoughts about leadership. The former national president of the Student National Dental Association (SNDA) discusses her dental career journey and takes a moment to acknowledge the person who influenced her the most. And, listen to why she has a pink toothbrush.

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]]> Dr. Kanesha Cole visits to share her thoughts about leadership. The former national president of the Student National Dental Association (SNDA) discusses her dental career journey and takes a moment to acknowledge the person who influenced her the most. And, listen to why she has a pink toothbrush.

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]]> Cathy Telles, Vincent Battles and Amanda Rochlen and the Heartland Dental Campus Team Buzzsprout-6905657 Mon, 04 Jan 2021 23:00:00 -0600 2093 7 full false Dr. Moh (The Sing-o-Dontist) | How To Properly Set Goals Dr. Moh (The Sing-o-Dontist) | How To Properly Set Goals Have you ever set goals for yourself and never quite seem to get to them? What about creating a New Year's Resolution & quitting before February even starts?

On today's episode, you will get a chance to hear from Dr. Moh about his techniques of goal setting. He talks about a positive mindset and even recommends a book that everyone should purchase!

Goal setting can be hard but Dr. Moh breaks it down in a very systematic way. Join in as you listen to "the Sing-o-Dontist".  You will not regret it!

You can follow Dr. Moh on Instagram & YouTube 

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]]> Have you ever set goals for yourself and never quite seem to get to them? What about creating a New Year's Resolution & quitting before February even starts?

On today's episode, you will get a chance to hear from Dr. Moh about his techniques of goal setting. He talks about a positive mindset and even recommends a book that everyone should purchase!

Goal setting can be hard but Dr. Moh breaks it down in a very systematic way. Join in as you listen to "the Sing-o-Dontist".  You will not regret it!

You can follow Dr. Moh on Instagram & YouTube 

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]]> Dr. Moh (The SingODontist) Buzzsprout-6617599 Mon, 21 Dec 2020 23:00:00 -0600 2841 dr. moh, goal setting, singodontist 6 full false Julie Thomas | The Hygienist...the Other Practitioner in the Office Julie Thomas | The Hygienist...the Other Practitioner in the Office We welcome Julie Thomas, RDH, and Senior Director of Operations at Heartland Dental. In this episode, Cathy asks Julie about her 30+ years of experience in the dental industry. Having met Dr. Workman years prior, Julie finally joined Heartland Dental in 1987. She worked knee to knee clinically and in business with Dr. Workman and she is a pillar at Heartland Dental. She focuses on the important role that a hygienist has in the office and talks about the partnership between doctor and hygienist. Julie shares fun stories about her experiences in her early part of her career, how it has changed her life for her and her kids. Stay tuned because she gives some valuable advice to those considering becoming a hygienist in today's world.

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]]> We welcome Julie Thomas, RDH, and Senior Director of Operations at Heartland Dental. In this episode, Cathy asks Julie about her 30+ years of experience in the dental industry. Having met Dr. Workman years prior, Julie finally joined Heartland Dental in 1987. She worked knee to knee clinically and in business with Dr. Workman and she is a pillar at Heartland Dental. She focuses on the important role that a hygienist has in the office and talks about the partnership between doctor and hygienist. Julie shares fun stories about her experiences in her early part of her career, how it has changed her life for her and her kids. Stay tuned because she gives some valuable advice to those considering becoming a hygienist in today's world.

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]]> Cathy Telles, Vincent Battles and Amanda Rochlen and the Heartland Dental Campus Team Buzzsprout-6296434 Mon, 07 Dec 2020 23:00:00 -0600 1978 5 full true Dr. Jacob Berger | Continuing Education and Networking Dr. Jacob Berger | Continuing Education and Networking Dr. Jacob Berger, from Smiles at Lakewood Ranch, joins the Impactful Wisdom campus team to discuss his unique dental journey, his focus on being a lifelong learner, and how attending CE courses have helped him implement new skills into his practice. We also address the importance of utilizing a professional network. Dr. Berger gives some important personal advice for all dental professional students, residents, and those who are early on in their careers.

You can follow Dr. Berger on Instagram @docb_smiles

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]]> Dr. Jacob Berger, from Smiles at Lakewood Ranch, joins the Impactful Wisdom campus team to discuss his unique dental journey, his focus on being a lifelong learner, and how attending CE courses have helped him implement new skills into his practice. We also address the importance of utilizing a professional network. Dr. Berger gives some important personal advice for all dental professional students, residents, and those who are early on in their careers.

You can follow Dr. Berger on Instagram @docb_smiles

Are you looking for ways to stay ahead of the curve as a dental student or hygienist Download our FREE STUDENT GUIDE to see what you can do now to impact your future career!

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]]> Cathy Telles, Vincent Battles and Amanda Rochlen and the Heartland Dental Campus Team Buzzsprout-6243949 Mon, 23 Nov 2020 23:00:00 -0600 3273 4 full false Heartland Dental CEO Pat Bauer | Vision and the Dental Landscape Heartland Dental CEO Pat Bauer | Vision and the Dental Landscape Recognized as one of Glassdoor's Top CEOs in 2019, the Impactful Wisdom team has the honor of sitting down and speaking with Pat Bauer. He talks about the dental industry and how Heartland Dental is managing through COVID and looking towards the future. He speaks about Diversity and Inclusion and how as a leader in the industry, he is helping to provide a safe place for employees, team members, and doctors. Continue to look at Heartland Dental as the Employer of Choice.

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]]> Recognized as one of Glassdoor's Top CEOs in 2019, the Impactful Wisdom team has the honor of sitting down and speaking with Pat Bauer. He talks about the dental industry and how Heartland Dental is managing through COVID and looking towards the future. He speaks about Diversity and Inclusion and how as a leader in the industry, he is helping to provide a safe place for employees, team members, and doctors. Continue to look at Heartland Dental as the Employer of Choice.

Get your FREE STUDENT GUIDE: 10 Ways To Prepare For A Successful Dental Career.

Connect with us at ImpactfulWisdomPodcast.com.

]]> Cathy Telles, Vincent Battles and Amanda Rochlen and the Heartland Dental Campus Team Buzzsprout-5772997 Mon, 09 Nov 2020 23:00:00 -0600 3383 3 full false Dr. Rick Workman | The Future of Dentistry Dr. Rick Workman | The Future of Dentistry During our podcast debut, the Impactful Wisdom team interviews Heartland Dental's founder, Dr. Rick Workman. Dr Workman is celebrating a four-decade milestone in dentistry. Today's discussion is about how he founded Heartland Dental, why he is passionate about dentistry, and where he sees the dental industry moving.

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]]> During our podcast debut, the Impactful Wisdom team interviews Heartland Dental's founder, Dr. Rick Workman. Dr Workman is celebrating a four-decade milestone in dentistry. Today's discussion is about how he founded Heartland Dental, why he is passionate about dentistry, and where he sees the dental industry moving.

Get your FREE STUDENT GUIDE: 10 Ways To Prepare For A Successful Dental Career.

Connect with us at ImpactfulWisdomPodcast.com.

]]> Cathy Telles, Vincent Battles and Amanda Rochlen and the Heartland Dental Campus Team Buzzsprout-5770561 Mon, 26 Oct 2020 23:00:00 -0500 2910 2 full false Launch Your Successful Dental Career Launch Your Successful Dental Career Impactful Wisdom is hosted by three dynamic campus career professionals who are passionate about helping early-career dental professionals - Amanda Rochlen, Cathy Telles, and Vincent Battles, of the Heartland Dental Campus Team. We introduce ourselves and share our unique perspectives as campus recruiters. We hope you will benefit from our experiences and interviews with people who are passionate about dentistry.

Get your FREE STUDENT GUIDE: 10 Ways To Prepare For A Successful Dental Career.

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]]> Impactful Wisdom is hosted by three dynamic campus career professionals who are passionate about helping early-career dental professionals - Amanda Rochlen, Cathy Telles, and Vincent Battles, of the Heartland Dental Campus Team. We introduce ourselves and share our unique perspectives as campus recruiters. We hope you will benefit from our experiences and interviews with people who are passionate about dentistry.

Get your FREE STUDENT GUIDE: 10 Ways To Prepare For A Successful Dental Career.

Connect with us at ImpactfulWisdomPodcast.com.

]]> Cathy Telles, Vincent Battles and Amanda Rochlen and the Heartland Dental Campus Team Buzzsprout-5768908 Mon, 26 Oct 2020 23:00:00 -0500 1042 heartland dental, campus recruiting, dental career, dental service organization, future dentist, future dental hygienist, DSO, CE, RDH 1 full true TRAILER: Impactful Wisdom Coming Soon! TRAILER: Impactful Wisdom Coming Soon! Impactful Wisdom Launches October 27, 2020

Get ready for more than a mouthful of goodness with the launch of the Impactful Wisdom podcast!  Yes, that is a pun.  We love good dental puns.  We wanted to create a podcast that is not only educational but also entertaining for dental students.

As future dentists and hygienists, you receive excellent education and training at dental school...but what happens after you graduate? How do you prepare now for your future dental career?

Heartland Dental is the leading dental support organization in the dental industry. As part of our mission to serve students, we created this podcast.

Topics will include all aspects of professional development, leadership, and entrepreneurship.  And, we'll also dive deep into the practical skills needed to start and run a successful dental practice.

Look for the first episode to launch on October 27, 2020!  Then, you'll get a new episode every other "Tooth"day (Tuesday)!

We will feature engaging conversations with dentists, hygienists, and leaders in the dental industry.

Get your FREE STUDENT GUIDE: 10 Ways To Prepare For A Successful Dental Career.

Connect with us at ImpactfulWisdomPodcast.com.

]]> Impactful Wisdom Launches October 27, 2020

Get ready for more than a mouthful of goodness with the launch of the Impactful Wisdom podcast!  Yes, that is a pun.  We love good dental puns.  We wanted to create a podcast that is not only educational but also entertaining for dental students.

As future dentists and hygienists, you receive excellent education and training at dental school...but what happens after you graduate? How do you prepare now for your future dental career?

Heartland Dental is the leading dental support organization in the dental industry. As part of our mission to serve students, we created this podcast.

Topics will include all aspects of professional development, leadership, and entrepreneurship.  And, we'll also dive deep into the practical skills needed to start and run a successful dental practice.

Look for the first episode to launch on October 27, 2020!  Then, you'll get a new episode every other "Tooth"day (Tuesday)!

We will feature engaging conversations with dentists, hygienists, and leaders in the dental industry.

Get your FREE STUDENT GUIDE: 10 Ways To Prepare For A Successful Dental Career.

Connect with us at ImpactfulWisdomPodcast.com.

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