170: The Productivity Habit That Changed How I lead

170: The Productivity Habit That Changed How I lead

We all know that constant notifications are distracting, but what if they're also keeping you from becoming a better leader? In this episode, Dr. Jason shares one simple productivity habit that completely changed the way he manages his time, leads his team, and shows up for his family. Drawing from lessons learned during vacations in Italy, Croatia, and a recent week away in the Finger Lakes, he explains how batching emails, texts, and Slack messages freed him from the endless cycle of "checking in" and helped him become more intentional with the moments that actually matter. Jason challenges the idea that being constantly available equals being productive and offers practical strategies to reduce task switching, eliminate unnecessary distractions, and create more time for coaching your team, building relationships, and leading with purpose. If you've ever felt busy all day but accomplished very little, this episode will help you rethink how you spend your time and encourage you to build habits that make you a more effective leader, not just a busier one.

169: Join Me In Breaking Down This Powerful Book Over The Next 6 Weeks

What if the reason you keep failing to change is not a lack of discipline, but that you have been focused on changing the wrong thing? In this episode, Jason introduces a new six-week series breaking down The Power to Change by Pastor Craig Groeschel. He shares his own experience of setting the same goals year after year, only to fall back into the same habits, and explains why lasting change starts with identity, not behavior. Over the coming weeks, Jason will unpack the book’s five core ideas: who, not do; training, not trying; habits, not hope; sowing, not reaping; and God’s power, not willpower. Whether you want to become a better leader, spouse, parent, business owner, or simply a more disciplined version of yourself, this series will challenge you to stop asking what you want to accomplish and start deciding who you want to become. Grab the book, read the introduction and Part One, and come ready to answer one important question: Who do you want to become?

168: The Truth About Dental Partnerships, DSOs, and Practice Buy-Ins

Thinking about bringing on a partner, forming a DSO, or selling your practice? Don't make a million-dollar decision without understanding what you're actually signing up for. In this episode, Jason sits down with dental attorney Rob Montgomery to unpack some of the biggest questions practice owners face as they grow. Together, they discuss when a DSO structure actually makes sense, common mistakes in partnership agreements, how buy-ins should be structured, and why the highest offer isn't always the best deal. They also dive into private equity acquisitions, practice valuations, associate equity pathways, and the financial realities behind seemingly attractive offers. Whether you're considering adding partners, scaling to multiple locations, or planning your eventual exit, this conversation will help you ask the right questions before making one of the biggest decisions of your career.

167: Why You’re Starting to Resent Your Associate (And What to Do About It)

Hiring an associate is supposed to make life easier. So why are you feeling more frustrated than ever? In this episode, Jason unpacks one of the most common but least discussed challenges practice owners face: resentment toward an associate who seemed like the right hire. He explores why this happens, how unmet expectations and poor systems often create the problem, and why the solution isn't always replacing the associate. Jason shares practical strategies for increasing patient demand, improving associate development through intentional mentorship, setting clear performance expectations, and creating a practice where both the owner and associate can thrive. If you're questioning whether your associate is the problem or if your leadership needs a new approach, this episode will help you uncover the real answer.

166: How I Grew a Multi-Doctor Practice Without Sacrificing My Family

Can you build a thriving practice without sacrificing your marriage, your kids, or yourself? Jason believes you can, but only if you're intentional. In this episode, Jason shares the exact routines, mindset shifts, and time management strategies that allowed him to grow a multi-doctor practice while remaining present for his family during one of the busiest seasons of life. From early morning "deep work" sessions and ideal week planning to setting boundaries around work and home, he explains how discipline, not longer hours, became the key to sustainable growth. If you're feeling pulled between building your business and being the spouse or parent you want to be, this episode offers a practical framework for pursuing both without burning out or sacrificing what matters most.