Next Level Executive
Perrin DesPortes
Show overview
Next Level Executive has been publishing since 2024, and across the 2 years since has built a catalogue of 95 episodes, alongside 1 trailer or bonus episode. That works out to roughly 40 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a weekly cadence, with the show now in its 2nd season.
Episodes typically run thirty-five to sixty minutes — most land between 29 min and 51 min — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-US-language Business show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed earlier today, with 24 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2025, with 69 episodes published. Published by Perrin DesPortes.
From the publisher
A podcast focused on Founders of Dental and Healthcare practices. I'll share the experience and wisdom I’ve gained over the last 3 decades leading award-winning businesses for Corporate America as well as guiding entrepreneurs just like you to build and exit successful group practices. If you’ve mastered your clinical craft, then now’s the time to become a Next Level Executive.
Latest Episodes
View all 95 episodesA Masterclass on Metrics
The Power of Quitting
Leadership in an Emerging Group Practice: Dr. Nate Tilman & Dr. Dan Hostrander
Entrepreneurial Leadership: Change, Evolution & Growth
Entrepreneurial Leadership: Why I Don’t Have Goals for 2026
Partner Spotlight: Gary Bird & SMC National
S2 Ep 18Effective Executive: Delegation and Sowing the Seeds of Failure
Is your leadership approach one of being "hands off?" Do you like to "delegate and hold people accountable?" Do you want to know what's wrong with that approach? Tune in to find out! I give you handful of specific coaching questions to deploy when coaching your team. Got questions? I've got answers! You can reach me directly at: [email protected] You can find out more about me and the Next Level Executive program at: www.TheNextLevelExecutive.com
S2 Ep 17Effective Executive: Personal Inflection Points & Key Decisions to Make (part 2)
My audience is filled with growth-oriented entrepreneurs, but no one's growth journey is linear. It's filled with peaks, valleys and bumps along the way. Last week, In the first of a two-part series, I unpacked the professional inflection points healthcare entrepreneurs confront in their growth journey, and I gave you the key decisions to consider along the way. In this week's "part 2" episode, I share the personal inflection points to go along with the professional ones I covered last week. Get your pad and pen ready! Got questions? I've got answers! You can reach me directly at: [email protected] You can find out more about me and the Next Level Executive program at: www.TheNextLevelExecutive.com
S2 Ep 16Chief Clinical Officer Workshop: Key Takeaways with Dr. Jason Tanoory
My Executive group and I just spent two full days with Dr. Andrew Matta diving deep into topics like: establishing your clinical philosophy; developing a coherent recruiting and development system; and establishing clinical standards to live by. I grabbed a member of our group, Dr. Jason Tanoory, to share his insights and experiences in the workshop as well as the program itself. This conversation will make you think about where you are and where you're going. Enjoy! Got questions? I've got answers! You can reach me directly at: [email protected] You can find out more about me and the Next Level Executive program at: www.TheNextLevelExecutive.com
S2 Ep 15Effective Executive: Professional Inflection Points & Key Decisions to Make (part 1)
My audience is filled with growth-oriented entrepreneurs, but no one's growth journey is linear. It's filled with peaks, valleys and bumps along the way. In the first of a two-part series, I unpack the professional inflection points healthcare entrepreneurs confront in their growth journey, and I give you the key decisions to consider along the way. In next week's episode, I'll share the personal inflection points to go along with the professional ones I cover in this episode. Get your pad and pen ready! Got questions? I've got answers! You can reach me directly at: [email protected] You can find out more about me and the Next Level Executive program at: www.TheNextLevelExecutive.com
S2 Ep 14Winning at Life AND Business with Dr. Michael Carpenter & Dr. Max Meinerz
We should all hope to build great businesses that compliment the lives we want to lead. Dr. Mike Carpenter and Dr. Max Meinerz are two friends who have done every bit of that. They share their journeys and a few of the lessons they've both learned along the way. You're going to love this conversation every bit as much as I did recording it! Got questions? I've got answers! You can reach me directly at: [email protected] You can find out more about me and the Next Level Executive program at: www.TheNextLevelExecutive.com
S2 Ep 13Effective Executive: Leadership - “Why does it feel like I’m doing it wrong?”
Have you ever felt that uneasy feeling like you're unqualified for the leadership role you now have? Are you unsure of what the role actually is and how you should be judging success or failure? Do you ever feel like you're ultimately responsible for everything, but in control of nothing? You're going to love this episode. Tune in to hear me unpack the root causes of your anxiety. Got questions? I've got answers! You can reach me directly at: [email protected] You can find out more about me and the Next Level Executive program at: www.TheNextLevelExecutive.com
S2 Ep 12Effective Executive: Dealing with Conflict, Problems & Setbacks
As leaders, we deal with conflict on a constant basis and all too often all we want is to "make it go away." Only rarely does the situation demand true urgency. In this episode, I share my reflections from a coaching call with one of the longstanding members of my tribe. I'll share with you the insights I shared with him. My hope is that you start to see the gaps in your own leadership experience. None of us get better on our own. Got questions? I've got answers! You can reach me directly at: [email protected] You can find out more about me and the Next Level Executive program at: www.TheNextLevelExecutive.com
S2 Ep 11Freshly Brewed: Reflections on My First Year
2025 Was an incredible year for me and I learned a lot during those 12 months. My own insights might create insights of your own. This episode is taken from my Freshly Brewed monthly essay in January. Got questions? I've got answers! You can reach me directly at: [email protected] You can find out more about me and the Next Level Executive program at: www.TheNextLevelExecutive.com
S2 Ep 10Personal Journeys: from Clinician to CEO with Dr. Ed Hood, Dr. Milton Cook and Bill Ladd
Everybody loves to talk about exits and multiples as some sort of brass ring, but those who fall into this way of thinking overlook one key point of success in life: personal freedom. Freedom of time, money relationship and purpose. Freedom to choose what you want to do and who you want to become. Dr. Ed Hood and Dr. Milton Cook are both equal parts financial success and personal humility. They're winning the game of entrepreneurship. Bill Ladd is co-founder of the dental-specific accounting firm, Duckett Ladd, and has experienced their success "up close and personal" over the last few decades. These three guys are each wonderful examples of what so many aspire to create and to become. You're going to enjoy every second of this conversation. Got questions? I've got answers! You can reach me directly at: [email protected] You can find out more about me and the Next Level Executive program at: www.TheNextLevelExecutive.com
S2 Ep 9Entrepreneurial Leadership: Redefining Success
Is your business a point of constant stress that makes you suffer from "the fear of missing out?" Or is it a vehicle that compliments what you want out of life? Being an entrepreneur means that you get to decide - and there are is a lot of freedom that comes from choosing wisely! In today's episode, I share some firsthand revelations that have changed my own trajectory over the last few years. Got questions? I've got answers! You can reach me directly at: [email protected] You can find out more about me and the Next Level Executive program at: www.TheNextLevelExecutive.com
S2 Ep 8Partner Spotlight: Jon Fidler of Fidler & Associates
As we roll into 2026, I will be sharing some interviews with a few curated company relationships. These are companies I know and trust, and people whose opinions I value. My intention is to share these collaborations with my audience of subscribers and members in hopes that they are equally beneficial to each of you. My interview on today's spotlight is with Jon Fidler, Founder of Fidler & Associates, an executive recruiting firm specializing in the group practice space. You can reach Jon directly at: [email protected] And you can learn more about what all they do at: https://www.fidlerandassociates.com/ Got questions? I've got answers! You can reach me directly at: [email protected] You can find out more about me and the Next Level Executive program at: www.TheNextLevelExecutive.com
S2 Ep 7Entrepreneurial Leadership: Winning at Business and Losing at Life
Are you chasing your dream? Or someone else's? Successful entrepreneurs don't suffer from "FOMO" because they're building a business that's congruent with their life. I'm living proof of that and I share some valuable insights I've learned over the last decade in hopes that you do, too. Got questions? I've got answers! You can reach me directly at: [email protected] You can find out more about me and the Next Level Executive program at: www.TheNextLevelExecutive.com
S2 Ep 6Effective Executive: Predicting Your Outcomes through Lead Measures
Everyone loves setting new goals every year. We also love assigning deliverables and holding people accountable. That being said, do you ever wonder if you're truly focused on the correct variables? "Lead measures" are the critical components of a business operation that directly impact the outcomes we desire to achieve. I'll unpack several for you in this episode. Get ready to revise your "rocks" for the quarter! Got questions? I've got answers! You can reach me directly at: [email protected] You can find out more about me and the Next Level Executive program at: www.TheNextLevelExecutive.com
S2 Ep 5Effective Executive: Leading from the Front
Reinventing yourself in front of your own team is arguably the most difficult part of any leadership journey. That being said, it's critical to your success. In this episode, I unpack several key aspects of becoming a better leader and taking your team to greater heights. Those content with experiencing "Groundhog Day" need not listen... Got questions? I've got answers! You can reach me directly at: [email protected] You can find out more about me and the Next Level Executive program at: www.TheNextLevelExecutive.com