Partnered Minds

Dr. Brenden Smith•podcasters.spotify.com

The Partnered Minds podcast aims to elevate the dental community through a focus on communication, leadership, and people skills. From the start, we're groomed to focus on procedures, materials, technology-- in short, all the things that have NOTHING to do with people. Stop believing that doing more procedures or that fancy technology is the answer. Your focus on the principles here at Partnered Minds will propel your success in every aspect of your practice. With questions, insight, etc, reach us at partneredminds@gmail.com or leave a voicemail here on anchor!

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Episodes

Episode 10: D.A.R.E. to Say "No"

TAKEAWAY: D.A.R.E. to say "No" and do it respectfully. The acronym D.A.R.E. is a tool to help us say "no" while still being respectful to others within our dental community. While the acronym is something I came up with myself, the idea that saying "no" is a vital tool for success, health, and happiness, is very much a credit to my man-crush, Greg McKeown. It can be hard to say "no" sometimes...or a lot of the time! Especially when it's to something good, "worthy" or important. This is why it's ...

Jul 07, 2020•12 min•Ep. 10

Episode 9: Prescribe to Good Vibes

TAKEAWAY: " Change your thoughts and you change your world " - Norman Vincent Peale Perscribe to Good Vibes means BE POSITIVE! Reasons to "Prescribe to Good Vibes" include increased confidence and lower level of the stress hormone (cortisol). As we cultivate a positive mindset, workdays will be more enjoyable and others will want to be around us more. Positivity takes up whatever space we give it, but so does negativity so focus on keeping the (-) small and see greater (+) begin to unfold! How d...

Jun 22, 2020•10 min•Ep. 9

Episode 8: Money Is My Friend

TAKEAWAY: Money is a freakin' awesome tool for good. And developing a healthy mindset surrounding money will provide you; freedom, the ability to pursue what you love, and increase your ability to help others. The ideas shared in this episode are founded in the belief that when we view money as something we have a relationship with, we can either tend to that relationship proactively and thoughtfully OR with disregard, casualty, or even fear. The relationship we foster is directly correlated wit...

Jun 11, 2020•10 min•Ep. 8

Episode 7: I'm a Dentist... So What?

TAKEAWAY: Clearly defining my direction puts me on a path I choose and gives me both purpose and true ability to enjoy the journey. Life gives you what you ask for, so be sure to ask for the things which are MOST important to you. A clear vision allows you to find joy and purpose during tough times and prevents you from blaming others for your own situation. " If you don't prioritize your life, someone else will" - Greg Mckeown. It's crucial to get your OWN vision down on paper. Tips for getting...

Apr 09, 2020•13 min•Season 1Ep. 7

Episode 6: Hot Tub Therapy

TAKEAWAY: Be calm. How we handle our emotions has a ripple effect on everyone around us. Whether you find your solace in a monthly session of Hot Tub Therapy, being outdoors, or creating something, it's vital to take that time outside of work to decompress and relieve our minds and emotional tanks from work stress. This self-care helps ensure that we're equipped with the mental and emotional capacity to maintain professional composure and make quality decisions AT work. Being calm in any given c...

Mar 28, 2020•19 min•Ep. 6

Episode 5: The One Hour That Will Change Your Life

TAKEAWAY: NONE TODAY. NO SHORT-CUTS ON THIS ONE! There is one sure way to improve ANY aspect of your life. Having a solid morning routine will lead to more focused and productive days. The positive effects of great mornings compound throughout your life. Do you have trouble actually getting out of bed? Hal Elrod's book called the Miracle Morning helps you remove obstacles to waking up and helps you become a morning person. Hal's acronym Life "Savers" guides you through what a miracle morning loo...

Mar 21, 2020•12 min•Ep. 5

Episode 4: My Patient Is Angry--Now What?!

TAKEAWAY: The way that we respond to an angry patient is just as (if not more ) important than their concern itself. When was the last time you had an angry patient? Do you feel like you responded in an appropriate manner? When a patient is frustrated, there are several tools we can use to help resolve their concern quickly and effectively. Here's a running list of the tools mentioned in this episode, in no particular order; SIT- get down on their level and show them you have time for them throu...

Mar 13, 2020•11 min•Ep. 4

Episode 3: Choose Your Perception

TAKEAWAY: Choose your perception The way you perceive others directly affects how you treat and communicate with them. By choosing to alter your beliefs about someone, you can go from having a miserable relationship to a happier, more productive one following three simple steps. 1. Acknowledge the power of your perception- the way you see things/people shapes your reality and the relationships you have 2. Use that power to change things- you're half of the equation in any relationship so start s...

Feb 13, 2020•12 min•Ep. 3

Episode 2: Freaking Commit

TAKEAWAY: Commitment precedes qualification. Your commitment to a cause, goal, etc PRECEDS your qualification to achieve it. Many people delay something they want to do simply because they don't feel qualified. I was stuck in that mindset for two years, waiting until I owned a dental practice in order to start the Partnered Mind podcast. I still don't own, but here we are because if we wait until we're qualified, we'll never even get started! This episode dives into two things. First, what the P...

Jan 24, 2020•10 min•Season 1Ep. 2

Episode 1: Give Them What They Want

TAKEAWAY: Compliments are the most simple, yet overlooked way to "pay" and encourage those we work with. It's been said that the hunger humans have for appreciation is second only to the hunger for food. What we say matters. So don't miss an opportunity to compliment team members for the hard work they're doing daily! Showing appreciation is one of the easiest ways to build a better practice. Turnover in the dental field can be minimized by simply thanking team members for the hard work they do....

Jan 07, 2020•12 min•Season 1Ep. 1

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