2462: Lessons from 16 Practices and a Life Beyond the Op
The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes · Author, speaker, dental business coach and practicing dentist, Dr. Mark Costes chats with the leader
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Show Notes
On today's episode, we're sharing Dr. Mark Costes' live talk at Midwestern University, where he gives dental students an unfiltered look into life after graduation—and what it really takes to succeed. Drawing from his journey as a former owner of 16 practices and founder of multiple dental businesses, Mark delivers a fast-paced, high-impact presentation on business fundamentals, practice profitability, leadership, and personal fulfillment.
He explains why most dentists in the U.S. operate with dangerously thin margins—and how to avoid becoming one of them. With real-world examples and clear, digestible math, Mark shows the difference between running a high-earning but unprofitable practice versus a lean, well-managed one. He also shares his personal story of reaching financial freedom and realizing that money alone wasn't enough—leading to the creation of the Four Futures framework, focused on mind, meaning, muscle, and money. This is the talk every dental student should hear before stepping into the real world of practice ownership.
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