“Contentment isn’t about happiness. It’s the quiet knowing that you’re finally aligned with yourself.”
– Brandi Marzolino
Brief Overview of the Episode
After nearly two decades in dental leadership and personal development, Brandi Marzolino learned that burnout often hides behind achievement. In this episode, she opens up about letting go of perfectionism and people-pleasing, building Courage & Joy at Work, and guiding others to reconnect with what truly matters. Through her story, she shows that peace is not found in doing more but in being whole.
What This Episode Reveals
• The hidden cost of hustle culture in dental leadership
• Why chasing validation never leads to peace
• The difference between happiness and true contentment
• How slowing down creates sustainable growth
What You’ll Learn
• How to recognize when your goals and your life are misaligned
• Steps to replace burnout with balance
• Why vulnerability is the key to leadership
• How inner calm strengthens team culture and patient care
If This Sounds Familiar
• You feel successful but drained
• Your team looks great on paper but lacks connection
• You crave more meaning and less motion in your work
Next Steps
To learn more about Brandi’s work, visit CourageAndJoyAtWork.com, explore the Empowered LeadHERship Experience, or listen to her podcast, The Real Talk of Dental.
Start Your Calibration Today
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Finding Contentment in Dentistry (E.308)