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Building Teams That Last In this episode of the Hey Docs! Podcast, Jill Allen sits down with Alan Twigg, co-owner of Bent Ericksen & Associates, a leading name in HR for the dental and orthodontic world. With more than 45 years of experience, Alan...
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How Two Visionaries Turned a Dream into Emerald City Orthodontics From bold ideas to big results — Dr. Dan Pan and Dr. Fiona Shi didn’t just open a...
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On the latest Hey Docs! Podcast, Jill Allen sat down with John D. Marvin, CEO and President of Texas State Optical. With 25+ years of leadership...
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Opening or growing an orthodontic practice isn’t just about hanging a sign and hoping patients walk through the door. It takes strategy. One of the...
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From escape rooms to orthodontics, Dr. Scott Sakowitz isn’t your typical practice owner. On this episode of Hey Docs!, Jill Allen sits down with Dr....
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Legal talk doesn’t usually make the highlight reel for young orthodontists, but it should. In this week’s episode of the Hey Docs! Podcast, Jill...
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Marketing an orthodontic practice isn’t what it used to be (goodbye Yellow Pages, hello Google reviews). On a recent Hey Docs! episode, Jill Allen...
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Introduction On a recent episode of the Hey Docs! Podcast, Jill sat down with powerhouse entrepreneur and Be It Till You See It podcast host, Lesley...
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On this episode of the Hey Docs! Podcast, Jill sat down with Kayvan Mott from The DocSites to talk all things digital marketing for orthodontists....
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In orthodontics, change isn’t coming; it’s already here. And right now, technology is leading the charge. Practice management software has stepped...
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Starting a practice isn’t always a straight line, and no one knows that better than Dr. Grant Severs. On this episode of the Hey Docs! Podcast, Jill...
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In an industry where trends shift overnight, one thing never goes out of style: marketing that makes people feel something. In this episode of the...
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Legal tips, real talk, and a dose of tough love, straight from dental attorney Levi Barlavi Thinking about buying or starting your own practice?...
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From hospital bed to practice buildout, meet the powerhouse behind Asheville’s newest ortho startup, Everyday Orthodontics. No two startup journeys...
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Let’s be honest—OKRs might sound like something out of a corporate retreat agenda. But don’t let the acronym fool you. Objectives and Key Results are...
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In this episode of the Hey Docs! podcast, Jill sits down with Brittany Frazier, financial advisor at Cain Watters, and a total force when it comes to...
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Designing your dream ortho office? It’s one of the most exciting and let’s be honest, overwhelming, parts of owning a practice. On this episode of...
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A Smarter Look at Ortho Communication with Mango Voice’s Richard May When’s the last time you thought about your phone system? (If your answer was...
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Let’s be honest, when most people picture the future of orthodontics, they’re not dreaming about OSHA protocols or inventory bins. But if you ask...
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In this episode of the Hey Docs! podcast, Jill Allen sits down with Dr. Rodrigo Viecilli—orthodontist, data-driven strategist, and the founder of...
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Let’s face it—running an orthodontic practice today means wearing a lot of hats. Clinical expert? Absolutely. Team leader? Definitely. Financial...
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Let’s Be Honest... Insurance can feel like a four-letter word in orthodontics. It's confusing. It's time-consuming. And if you’re not careful, it can...
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When orthodontists give their time, they don’t just change teeth—they change lives. That’s the heart behind Smiles Change Lives, the nation’s...
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We’re all about creating thriving practices and balanced lives here at JA&A—and our latest Hey Docs! episode with author, speaker, and habit coach...
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If you’ve ever thrown an event and thought, “Was that even worth it?”—this one’s for you. In our latest podcast episode, Jill sat down with Dino...
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Hey Docs! Podcast Recap – Featuring Mari Sawtelle of Mari’s List Let’s talk gray market, group discounts, and getting the most bang for your ortho...
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Let’s face it—running an orthodontic practice in today’s world means keeping up with more than just clinical best practices. Between shifting tech...
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In this episode of the Hey Docs! Podcast, Jill Allen sits down with Amanda Cabrera, CEO of eNox Media, to talk all things branding—and why it’s so...
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Practice transitions can be equal parts exciting and overwhelming—and if you’re an orthodontist wondering what the road ahead looks like, this...
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How knowing yourself (and your team) can change the game In this episode of the Hey Docs! Podcast, Jill sits down once again with Kimberly Collins,...
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Owning a practice is more than just treating patients—it’s about running a successful business. And let’s be honest, the financial side of things can...
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Welcome to the Hey Docs! Podcast blog—where we pull back the curtain and dive into the stories that shape the orthodontic industry. Today, we’re...
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In today’s digital world, cybersecurity isn’t just an IT problem—it’s a business necessity. And for dental and orthodontic practices, protecting...
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Welcome to Tomorrow’s Orthodontic Practice Step into a world where cutting-edge technology meets everyday orthodontics. On the latest episode of the...
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Running a successful orthodontic practice isn’t just about clinical skills—it’s about building a strong, cohesive team. Understanding personalities...
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Real Estate Ownership for Dental Practices: A Game-Changer for Long-Term Success On the latest episode of the Hey Docs! Podcast, Jill Allen dives...
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Orthodontic Industry Insights: Reflecting on 2024 and Looking Ahead to 2025 As we close the chapter on 2024, Ryan Moynihan from Gaidge takes a deep...
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We are thrilled to announce that Jill Allen & Associates has officially acquired Communicate Excellence! This acquisition brings together two...
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In this episode of "Coffee Talk with Jill," Jill, founder and owner of Jill Allen & Associates, will be talking about setting goals in a slightly...
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In this series of "Coffee Talk with Jill," Jill, founder, and owner of Jill Allen & Associates will be diving into a few topics that are near and...
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In this episode of "Coffee Talk with Jill," Jill, founder and owner of Jill Allen & Associates, will be diving into a few topics that are near and...
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In this episode of "Coffee Talk with Jill," Jill, founder, and owner of Jill Allen & Associates will be diving into a few topics that are near and...
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Welcome to Coffee Talk with Jill. I am Jill Allen the founder and owner of Jill Allen & Associates, the orthodontic consulting firm that specializes...
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Welcome to Coffee Talk with Jill. I am Jill Allen the founder and owner of Jill Allen & Associates, the orthodontic consulting firm that specializes...
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Welcome to Coffee Talk I am Jill Allen the founder and owner of Jill Allen & Associates, the orthodontic consulting firm that specializes in start up...
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Welcome to Coffee Talk with Jill. I am Jill Allen the founder and owner of Jill Allen & Associates, the orthodontic consulting firm that specializes...
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In this episode of "Coffee Talk with Jill," Jill, founder, and owner of Jill Allen & Associates, will discuss using your Google Business Page. Did...
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In this episode of "Coffee Talk with Jill," Jill, founder, and owner of Jill Allen & Associates will discuss leveraging virtual consults and...
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In this episode of "Coffee Talk with Jill," Jill, the owner, and CEO of Jill Allen & Associates, will be talking about hiring! And more specifically,...
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In this episode of "Coffee Talk with Jill," Jill, the owner, and CEO of Jill Allen & Associates will be talking about reviews! And more specifically,...
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In this episode of "Coffee Talk with Jill," Jill, the owner, and CEO of Jill Allen & Associates will be talking about working from home! For many of...
Don't miss the final segment in my 4 part series- 4 Ways to Be True to You. During this mini-series, I have been talking about the hope I see for the...
It's Thursday and that means it's time for the next 15-minute segment in my video series, 4 Ways to Be True to You. During this mini-series, I will...
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In the fast-paced world of orthodontics, where precision and efficiency rule, it’s easy to get caught up in industry trends, patient expectations,...
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In Part 1, we talked about setting Big, Hairy, Audacious Goals (BHAGs), flexing your bravery muscles, embracing a growth mindset, and failing...
During this third video in my mini-series, I am going to be talking about the hiring process and what may be different for some doctors and office...
As we look towards the future, I will giving tips on what to do to get ready to open your practices back up. In this second video, I am going to be...
As we look towards the future, I will giving tips on what to do to open your practices back up. In this first video, I am going talk through the...
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Managing Patient Payment Challenges: Contracts, Deferments & Cash Flow Strategies In times of financial uncertainty, orthodontic practices face a...
During this 15 minute video Jill Allen owner of Jill Allen & Associates will talk to orthodontists and their teams about how to be successful in a...
During this 15 minute video Jill Allen owner of Jill Allen & Associates will talk to orthodontists and their teams about how to work their social...
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Please check out our YouTube video for more information on this topic- Virtually Open: How Orthodontists Can Implement Virtual Consults & New...
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Navigating Financial Conversations with Your Team: Pay, Hours & Adaptation in Uncertain Times In times of uncertainty, orthodontic practice owners...
During this 15 minute video, Jill Allen owner of Jill Allen & Associates will talk to orthodontists and their teams about how to take advantage of...
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So, you have been reading through your favorite Facebook group for the third time today, and you continue to see some very persuasive advice from...
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As an Orthodontic Practice Management Consultant, I have the unique opportunity to see each and every practice I work with in a way that not many...
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Orthodontic Software Solutions: In-house Server or Cloud-based System? As a orthodontic startup or even as an established practice looking to...
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“It’s like Murphy’s Law. Anything that can go wrong will go wrong. Avoid this fate by taking precautions so you are prepared in every situation.” -...
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“There is no limit to what can be accomplished if it doesn’t matter who gets the credit.” -Ralph Waldo Emerson There is no I in team, is an...
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Have you ever wondered what makes one business successful and another business within the same industry just a business? Or thought about the key...
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When I work with practices, one of the biggest areas I find that is not being worked is referrals within their practice. I encourage every practices...
