Dreaming of landing big, full-mouth rehab cases in your practice?

In this episode of Fail Forward, Dr. Andy Tran shares his sobering story of chasing high-ticket dentistry, only to find his foundation and personal life taking a toll. Hear how redefining success allowed him to save and strengthen his practice, offering valuable lessons about choosing the right patients, putting front-line systems in place, and balancing ambition with reality. Don’t fall for the shiny red object—tune into this episode to learn from Dr. Andy's missteps and fortify your foundation for sustainable growth!

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Just Listen... Dr. Hieu Pham & Dr. Andy Tran – The Dental Marketer Podcast

Just Listen... Dr. Andy Tran & Dr. Richard Low – The Dental Marketer Podcast

83: Dr. Andy Tran & Linda Phan | What's the most important thing to know when owning a dental office? – The Dental Marketer Podcast

315: Dr. Andy Tran | It's Been 2 Years Since He's Opened His Start-Up... – The Dental Marketer Podcast

Just Listen... Dr. Andy Tran & Linda Phan | Apex Dental Studio – The Dental Marketer Podcast

Day 2: Dr. Richard Low & Dr. Andy Tran | The Breakaway Series | Business Masters Edition – The Dental Marketer Podcast

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Host: Michael Arias

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Can a $5,000 marketing budget over 90 days genuinely bring new patients through your front door is it a waste of money?

In this episode, Michael sits down with Lamar Woods of Adhere Patient Management to strip away the guesswork. Lamar shares what truly moves the needle in dental practice marketing (and here's a hint: it’s not just impressions or clicks.) He unpacks the exact metrics that signal a win by the 90-day mark, focusing on predictable lead flow that turns into real-life appointments and patient visits, not just empty calls or unqualified leads.

Lamar dives deep into the essentials every dental practice must have before investing a dime, like a trustworthy, conversion-ready website and robust call tracking. Discover common pitfalls that sabotage new patient bookings, especially at the front desk, and why scripts, coaching, and call reviews are non-negotiable when call volumes spike. You’ll walk through the recommended $5,000 marketing playbook, from campaign breakdowns on Google Search to step-by-step expectations at 30, 60, and 90 days, plus the realities of ad spend and diminishing returns. Whether you’re frustrated by flat results or hungry for predictable patient growth, you’ll leave this episode ready to take control of your marketing ROI.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• The specific “winning” metrics that make or break a dental marketing investment
• How to define and set realistic new patient goals for your budget
• Essential website and call tracking fundamentals for higher conversions
• The most common front desk mistakes costing you patient bookings (and how to fix them)
• A proven Google Ads campaign breakdown for maximum new patient flow
• Why and how to monitor campaign results at each stage (30/60/90 days)
• The truth behind doubling ad spend and market limits in your area
• Practical patient production projections based on real ad budgets
• How to hold your marketing agency accountable with lead and booking reports
• Critical tools and systems for tracking, measuring, and scaling patient growth

Hit play and find out exactly how to turn your marketing spend into real new dental patients. No more guesswork, just clear action steps!

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Guest: Lamar Woods

Business Name: Adhere Patient Management

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Website: https://www.adherepatient.com/

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Ever faced a setback in your practice that challenged your mindset? Learn how to escape scarcity thinking and navigate tough situations with abundance and strength!

In this episode of the Fail Forward series, CJ DuBe' shares the painful story of a lowball buyout after scaling from 0 to 8 million in three years that left her questioning her worth. However, CJ didn’t let this setback define her, as she embarked on a spectacular journey, learning to channel her unique abilities in teaching, facilitating, and coaching. Listen in to discover how shifting from a scarcity mindset to an abundance outlook, and focusing on love and trust, can help overcome setbacks and bring about phenomenal growth. Don't miss out on this inspiring tale of resilience and transformation, crucial lessons for any dentist or practice owner!

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287: CJ DuBe | The simple concepts and tools to gain TRACTION in your practice. – The Dental Marketer Podcast

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