The Authentic Dentist Podcast
The Authentic Dentist Podcast
The Authentic Dentist podcast bridges the gap between clinical excellence and personal fulfillment in dentistry. If you'd like to be interviewed, email us at shawn@myzana.com.
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When Tragedy Strikes: Why Disability Insurance Matters for Dental Practitioners [Podcast]
In dentistry, we often focus on clinical excellence, patient care, and practice management—but what happens when unexpected tragedy strikes? At The Authentic Dentist, we recently encountered a situation that brought this question into sharp focus, compelling us to have an authentic and vulnerable...  Read More
How to Achieve Your Dreams: The Power of Goals, Overcoming Limits, and Self-Awareness
Achieving Your Dreams: The Power of Goals, Overcoming Limits, and Self-Awareness  Hey there, Authentic Dentist community! We’ve got some exciting insights to share from our latest podcast episode, and trust me, you won’t want to miss this one. ???  Setting Clear Goals: Your Blueprint for...  Read More
Belief, Growth, and Transformation: A Five year Journey
We've hit a major milestone at The Authentic Dentist podcast—five incredible years of engaging conversations, insightful reflections, and a whole lot of growth. In our latest episode, we had the pleasure of sitting down with the ever-inspiring Dr. Allison House and our very own Shawn Zajas to...  Read More
Beyond Words: The Language of Success - Part 2
We're back with Part 2 of our deep dive into the power of language. Dr. Allison House and Shawn Zajas have an amazing conversation lined up for you, filled with insights that will transform the way you think about the words you use every day. Here are three key takeaways from this episode that you...  Read More
The Power of Words_Shaping Beliefs and Success
In the latest episode of The Authentic Dentist Podcast, Dr. Allison House and Shawn Zajas dive deep into the transformative power of language. They explore how the words we choose can shape our beliefs, influence our relationships, and drive our professional success. Here are three key takeaways...  Read More
From Dollars to Dreams: Measuring True Success in Dentistry
Success can be a slippery concept, often defined by society in terms of financial gains and external achievements. But is that all there is to it? In our latest episode of The Authentic Dentist Podcast, titled "From Dollars to Dreams: Measuring True Success," Dr. Allison House and Shawn Zajas...  Read More
Exploring the AI Frontier: Dentistry and Beyond
In our milestone 75th episode, we delved into the captivating realm of artificial intelligence (AI) and its transformative influence on dentistry and beyond. From enlightening discussions on the limitations of current AI models to pondering the ethical considerations of AI's increasing autonomy,...  Read More
Strengths Unleashed: Navigating Dentistry Through Personal Insight
In this podcast episode, Shawn Zajas and Dr. Allison House explore the relevance of personality tests in the context of dentistry. The hosts discuss various personality tests, such as DISC, Myers-Briggs, Enneagram, and StrengthsFinder, reflecting on their experiences and the evolution of these...  Read More
From Overwhelm to Alignment: Transformative Insights on Goal Setting and Self-Care
In this insightful podcast episode of the Authentic Dentist Podcast, hosts Shawn Zajas and Dr. Allison House engage in a dynamic discussion centered around the crucial topic of goal setting and life alignment. The episode begins with Dr. House sharing her annual tradition of conducting a full-day...  Read More
Investing in Excellence: Unpacking the Psychology of Hiring a Coach
In this podcast episode, Shawn Zajas and Dr. Allison House engage in a candid discussion about the pivotal decision of hiring a coach for professional and personal development. Dr. House opens up about her contemplation of a significant financial investment — approximately $60,000 for a year of...  Read More
Dentistry and Narcissism: Cultivating Healthy Professionalism
The podcast episode titled "Narcissism in Dentistry" delves into the complex interplay between confidence and narcissism within the field of dentistry. Hosted by Shawn and Dr. Allison House on the Authentic Dentist Podcast, the episode begins by acknowledging the importance of self-belief for...  Read More
Coach Prime's Winning Mentality: Lessons for Dentists and Leaders
In this episode of the Authentic Dentist Podcast, hosts Shawn Zajas and Dr. Allison House engage in a thought-provoking discussion centered around the extraordinary success of Coach Deion Sanders, also known as Coach Prime, in the realm of college football. They express fascination with anomalies...  Read More
Economic Realities in Dentistry: Inflation's Impact on Quality and Costs
In this podcast episode, hosts Shawn Zajas and Dr. Allison House discuss the challenges that dentists are facing due to the economy and inflation. They highlight how the rising costs of goods and services are impacting dental practices, especially in the context of insurance and reimbursement...  Read More
Quest for Success: How Gamification Can Elevate Your Performance
In this podcast episode of the "Authentic Dentist Podcast," hosts Shawn and Dr. Allison House discuss the concept of "leveling up" in life and how it can be applied to personal and professional development. Shawn introduces the idea of gamification, drawing parallels between video games and life....  Read More
Growth and Grace: Redefining The Worst Moments In Life
In this podcast episode, hosts Shawn Zajas and Dr. Allison House discuss the importance of not defining oneself or others by their worst moments. They draw inspiration from the TV show "Ted Lasso" and explore the concept of extending grace and understanding to both ourselves and those around us.  ...  Read More
High Performances: Lessons from an Olympic Weightlifter
In a recent podcast episode featuring Shawn Zajas and Allison House, the focus was on their insightful interactions with a remarkable individual, Olympic weightlifter Sarah Davis. With their garage transformed into a weightlifting haven, Allison House has a rich background in the field, stemming...  Read More
Lessons from Ted Lasso part 2
In the podcast segment, Shawn Zajas and Dr. Allison House discuss leadership lessons from the TV show "Ted Lasso," focusing on building trust and fostering a positive culture. Dr. House shares how the show's emphasis on relationships and sacrifice among team members resonates with her, even though...  Read More
Reassessing Your Goals and Priorities: Taking Action for a Fulfilling Life
No matter what the time of the year is, it's important to reassess our priorities and make sure we're still in alignment with our goals. In a recent episode of The Authentic Dentist podcast, Shawn Zajas and Dr. Allison House discussed the importance of scheduling goals and taking action to make...  Read More
How Dedicated Sleeping Implants is Revolutionizing the Dental Industry with Doug Baker
In this podcast episode, Shawn Zajas and Dr. Allison House of the Authentic Dentist podcast interview Doug Baker, a representative of Dedicated Sleep Implants.    What we loved about meeting with Dedicated Sleep Implants was that they were in the “sleep game” before it even became a thing in...  Read More
Success In Dentistry with Dr. Avi Patel
Dr. Avi Patel is a man on a mission, and his passion for dentistry is contagious. He has been making waves in the industry, and at the Voices of Dentistry conference, he caught the attention of Dr. Allison House and Shawn Zajas with his impressive story and personable nature. Let's take a closer...  Read More
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