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Craig & Pete Talk to @TheDSOGuy about orthodontic Startups, Marketing, and Offshore Hires
Manage episode 431805422 series 1287995
The Bulletproof Dental Podcast Episode 358
HOSTS: Dr. Peter Boulden and Dr. Craig Spodak
GUESTS: David Ensley
DESCRIPTION
In this conversation, Craig and Peter interview David Ensley, an orthodontist and part of a dental service organization (DSO). They discuss various topics including the use of Twitter for networking, the differences between GP and ortho startups, the importance of location and visibility for dental practices, the use of Google Ads and CRM for marketing, and the benefits of hiring offshore employees. David shares insights on in-house financing in orthodontics and the challenges of cash flow in the beginning. He also emphasizes the value of specialized roles and better talent that can be obtained through offshore hiring. David shares insights on managing remote teams, finding the right talent, and creating a pathway to ownership for dentists.
TAKEAWAYS
- Orthodontic startups face challenges with cash flow in the beginning due to the longer treatment times and monthly payment plans.
- Location and visibility are crucial for dental practices, and retail locations with high vehicle traffic are preferred.
- Google Ads and CRM systems like Go High Level can be effective tools for marketing and lead management.
- In-house financing is more common in orthodontics due to the longer treatment times and the ability to break up payments throughout treatment.
- Hiring offshore employees can provide access to specialized roles and better talent at an affordable price. Remote workers can bring efficiency and specialization to a dental practice or DSO.
- Partnerships in a DSO can provide a pathway to ownership and increase retention and quality.
- Collaboration with professionals outside of dentistry can bring fresh perspectives and innovative ideas.
- Twitter can be a valuable platform for learning, networking, and engaging with professionals from various industries.
CHAPTERS
00:00 - Introduction
04:14 - Challenges and Considerations for Ortho Startups
10:10 - The Importance of Location and Visibility
15:19 - Using Google Ads and CRM for Marketing
20:54 - Benefits of Hiring Offshore Employees
25:50 - Introduction to David Ensley and Remote Workers
27:04 - Partnerships: A Pathway to Ownership in a DSO
30:15 - Reciprocity and the Democratization of Ownership in Dentistry
35:26 - Competition and Efficiency in the Orthodontic Market
39:06 - Collaboration and Learning Beyond Dentistry
44:32 - The Power of Twitter for Networking and Knowledge Sharing
46:02 - Future Plans and Invitation to Connect
REFERENCES
359 episodes
Manage episode 431805422 series 1287995
The Bulletproof Dental Podcast Episode 358
HOSTS: Dr. Peter Boulden and Dr. Craig Spodak
GUESTS: David Ensley
DESCRIPTION
In this conversation, Craig and Peter interview David Ensley, an orthodontist and part of a dental service organization (DSO). They discuss various topics including the use of Twitter for networking, the differences between GP and ortho startups, the importance of location and visibility for dental practices, the use of Google Ads and CRM for marketing, and the benefits of hiring offshore employees. David shares insights on in-house financing in orthodontics and the challenges of cash flow in the beginning. He also emphasizes the value of specialized roles and better talent that can be obtained through offshore hiring. David shares insights on managing remote teams, finding the right talent, and creating a pathway to ownership for dentists.
TAKEAWAYS
- Orthodontic startups face challenges with cash flow in the beginning due to the longer treatment times and monthly payment plans.
- Location and visibility are crucial for dental practices, and retail locations with high vehicle traffic are preferred.
- Google Ads and CRM systems like Go High Level can be effective tools for marketing and lead management.
- In-house financing is more common in orthodontics due to the longer treatment times and the ability to break up payments throughout treatment.
- Hiring offshore employees can provide access to specialized roles and better talent at an affordable price. Remote workers can bring efficiency and specialization to a dental practice or DSO.
- Partnerships in a DSO can provide a pathway to ownership and increase retention and quality.
- Collaboration with professionals outside of dentistry can bring fresh perspectives and innovative ideas.
- Twitter can be a valuable platform for learning, networking, and engaging with professionals from various industries.
CHAPTERS
00:00 - Introduction
04:14 - Challenges and Considerations for Ortho Startups
10:10 - The Importance of Location and Visibility
15:19 - Using Google Ads and CRM for Marketing
20:54 - Benefits of Hiring Offshore Employees
25:50 - Introduction to David Ensley and Remote Workers
27:04 - Partnerships: A Pathway to Ownership in a DSO
30:15 - Reciprocity and the Democratization of Ownership in Dentistry
35:26 - Competition and Efficiency in the Orthodontic Market
39:06 - Collaboration and Learning Beyond Dentistry
44:32 - The Power of Twitter for Networking and Knowledge Sharing
46:02 - Future Plans and Invitation to Connect
REFERENCES
359 episodes
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