The only Career Design Conference for dentists by dentists.
Saturday, March 13, 2021
**All presentation times given in US Eastern Standard Time**
10:00-10:15 AM EST:
Welcome to the NEXT Dentist Conference
Our conference hosts will kick off the day with an introduction to the conference and what to expect for the day. Get ready to learn what your options are as a dentist in an alternative career, and get ready to make massive progress on your action plan to create the life/career of your dreams!
10:15-11:15 AM EST:
Breaking Through the Mindset That Keeps Dentists Stuck in a Job They Hate
Join this panel of 3 dentists and 1 doctor to hear about their transitions into non-clinical and non-traditional careers.
They will cover the reasons doctors and dentists stay stuck in unfulfilling jobs, including:
- -“Golden handcuffs”
- -Fear of failure
- -Other’s perceptions if you “quit”
- -Lack of awareness about other options
- -Career identity tied to one’s professional training background
11:15-12:15 PM EST:
What Other Options are There for Dentists? Explore sleep breathing medicine, the medical science liaison role, and practice brokerage.
Learn about the transitions other dentists have made, how they did it, and how you can get started.
Dr. Jeanine Eaton successfully transitioned to non-clinical careers in the pharmaceutical industry. She will share how you can use your dental background and knowledge working as a medical science liaison (MSL.)
Dr. Ryan Robinson created a sleep breathing practice on the side. It grew so much, that he left clinical practice behind for good and loves the work he does in his thriving pain and sleep therapy center. Learn how this can become a very accessible option for all dentists.
Dr. Paul Goodman, aka Dr. Nacho, has flipped his side gigs into one giant full-time gig while clinical practice became his side gig. As the Founder of Dental Nachos, he built an incredible community for the dental profession. Beyond clinical practice, he is a speaker, coach, and practice broker. He’ll share the ins and outs of his work as a practice broker, so you can learn more about another very accessible business idea for dentists.
12:15-1:00 PM EST: Lunch and Networking Time
Grab some lunch and then join an online networking session with the speakers.
1:00-2:00 PM EST:
Is Career Change Right For You?
Learn how to manage the emotional and practical aspects of a career change. A panel of 2 dentists and 1 doctor will discuss how you can understand what is the right career move for you. They discuss the signs to look out for that a non-clinical or non-traditional career might be right for you. They’ll help you address your fears and doubts about making the right decision and help you learn to let go of the fear of others’ judgements.
2:00-3:00 PM EST:
What Other Options are There for Dentists? Find your “WHY” and how to build a community to support your business growth.
Learn about the transitions other dentists have made, how they did it, and how you can get started.
Dr. Glenn Vo works part-time in clinical practice, is the founder of Nifty Thrifty Dentists, a USA Today best-selling author, and a coach. He will talk about finding your “cause” and then building a community for it– whether it’s inside or out of dentistry
Dr. Grace Yum is the Founder of Mommy Dentists in Business, a collective of “mombosses” who support each other as entrepreneurs and moms. She will share why she built her community, how it grew into a social support system, and how she became a leader in offering dental and lifestyle CE.
Dr. Sangeeta Wylie will show you that becoming a writer as a dentist is possible. She went from dentist and dental professor to playwright and actor. Whether you’re interested in medical writing, copy-writing, or play-writing, she’s got you covered in this discussion!
3:00-4:00 PM EST:
Your Plan and How to Take Action Now
If you are ready to take the necessary steps to pursue a nonclinical or nontraditional career as a dentist, you will need a plan. We’ll cover the essentials here, so get ready to take notes while we help you:
- -Create an effective resume
- -Write a business plan (if you want to start a business)
- -Develop your elevator pitch
- -Talk about networking and using LinkedIn
- -Review interview questions & techniques (and give you the one tip that will help you stand out from others)
4:00-4:30 PM EST: Networking with the Speakers
Join an online networking session with the speakers to get your questions answered and help you step into action.
This conference was created by:
A dentist and an osteopathic physician who both transitioned to nontraditional careers put their heads together to fill a need for information and resources on nonclinical and nontraditional jobs and careers for dentists.
2021 Sponsors:
While in dental school, we all took an oath to “do no harm.” Parasol Travel Co. was founded by a dentist who believes that same promise applies to travel. Parasol Travel Co specializes in creating sustainable vacations that dig deeper into a destination and allow you to truly experience its culture, history, and natural surroundings. We specialize in helping you experience the wonders of travel while still respecting the locale’s culture and environment.