The Mindset Behind Meaningful Success

What does your practice culture really say about your leadership?In this episode of It Comes in Pints, Greg Tice sits down with Geri Gottlieb, founder of GG Practice Coaching and Development, for a candid conversation about leadership, culture, communication, and what it takes to build a truly high-performing team.Geri challenges the idea that a workplace should feel like a “family” and explains why strong teams require something different: trust, accountability, honest feedback, and the willingness to have difficult conversations. She and Greg explore how the behaviors leaders tolerate shape culture, why team members need to feel safe enough to speak up, and why creating the culture you want takes more than simply defining it.From uncomfortable feedback to stronger leadership and better team dynamics, this conversation is a reminder that culture isn’t what you say it is—it’s what shows up every day.

What if chocolate could tell a story?This week on It Comes in Pints, Greg sits down with baker, chocolatier, Food Network champion, and upcoming Symposium presenter Nacho Aguirre for a conversation about family, food, and the experiences that shaped his unexpected career.Nacho shares how Sunday gatherings at his grandmother’s house in Mexico sparked his love of food, how he and his wife found their way into the world of chocolate, and why some of our strongest memories can be connected to a single taste.Plus, Greg puts Nacho’s expertise to the test with chocolate pairings for everything from a hoppy IPA to Cabernet and bourbon.It’s a fun, heartfelt conversation—and one that might change the way you enjoy your next piece of chocolate.

What if success isn’t about achieving more, but understanding why you’re chasing it in the first place?In this episode of *It Comes in Pints*, Greg Tice sits down with executive coach, keynote speaker, and *Influential Dentist Magazine* publisher Julieanne O’Connor for a conversation about mindset, influence, fulfillment, wellbeing, and the relationships that shape both our personal and professional lives.Julianne shares how neuroscience and intentional thinking can help us reframe the way we approach challenges, goals, and leadership. Together, she and Greg explore the difference between happiness and fulfillment, why high performance has to be personal, how our need to stay busy can become part of our identity, and why meaningful influence is less about being an “influencer” and more about lifting up the people around us.It’s a thoughtful conversation about achieving big things without losing sight of what makes those achievements meaningful.

What makes a dental practice truly work—not just on paper, but for the people inside it?In this episode of It Comes in Pints, Greg sits down with Kim Bates, dental practice management coach with GG Practice Coaching and Development, to talk about the systems, leadership, and relationships that shape a successful practice.Drawing on more than two decades in dentistry, Kim shares what she has learned from her time as an office manager, Seattle Study Club coordinator, and practice coach. She and Greg explore why written systems matter, where practices commonly struggle with scheduling and HR, how to hire and onboard more intentionally, and why even the best processes can fall short without a healthy team culture.They also discuss creating memorable patient experiences, empowering office managers, building genuine relationships, and what practice owners should consider when deciding whether coaching is right for them.It’s a practical conversation about creating a practice that runs better, communicates better, and ultimately feels better—for doctors, teams, and patients alike.

What if preventing a heart attack or stroke started long before symptoms ever appeared—and included what’s happening in your mouth?In this episode of It Comes in Pints, Greg Tice sits down with Dr. Amy Doneen, co-developer of the BaleDoneen Method and a leading voice in cardiovascular disease prevention, for a conversation about the connections between oral health, inflammation, and heart and brain health.Amy shares why traditional risk factors don't always tell the whole story, how periodontal disease and other sources of oxidative stress can affect arterial health, and why collaboration between medicine and dentistry is so important. She also explores the testing and prevention strategies that can help identify disease earlier—before a heart attack, stroke, or other serious event occurs.It's a conversation that challenges us to stop looking at health in isolation and start seeing the bigger picture.

What separates good dental practices from truly exceptional ones?In this episode of It Comes in Pints, Greg Tice sits down with Sameer Bhasin, Vice President of Alliances at CareCredit, to explore the principles that drive lasting success in dentistry—both inside and outside the operatory.With more than 20 years of experience working alongside dental professionals across the country, Sameer shares why relationships are the foundation of every thriving practice, how patient expectations have evolved, and why understanding the business side of dentistry is no longer optional.Together, Greg and Sameer discuss: Why relationships always come before transactionsThe biggest misconceptions about patient case acceptanceHow communication shapes the patient experienceThe growing importance of business education in dentistryWhether you're a dentist, practice owner, or team member, this conversation is filled with practical insights you can implement immediately to strengthen your practice and better serve your patients.Pour yourself your favorite drink and join us for a thoughtful conversation about leadership, relationships, and building practices that thrive.

Tim David didn't build his career by learning how to read minds—he built it by learning how people connect.In this episode of It Comes in Pints, Greg sits down with keynote speaker, author, and former award-winning mentalist Tim David to explore the fascinating psychology behind human connection.From childhood magic tricks and neuroscience to leadership, communication, and building meaningful relationships, Tim shares how curiosity about the human brain evolved into a mission to help people communicate more effectively.Together, they discuss:* Why first impressions matter more than we realize*The neuroscience behind trust and connection*The difference between transactional and relational interactions*How authentic communication transforms leadership*Why clarity doesn't come before action—it comes through actionWhether you lead a team, treat patients, or simply want stronger relationships, this conversation offers practical insights backed by science—and delivered with plenty of humor along the way.Grab your favorite drink and join us for another conversation that proves great communication begins with genuine human connection.

Curiosity has a way of changing careers.When Dr. Haroldo Magarinos began noticing patterns in his patients that traditional explanations couldn't fully answer, he started digging deeper. That search led him beyond periodontics and into the world of the microbiome, environmental toxins, and the complex relationship between the mouth and the rest of the body.In this episode, Greg and Haroldo discuss the science behind the oral-systemic connection, what the gut microbiome can teach us about overall health, and why small, everyday choices—from the foods we eat to the products we use—may have a bigger impact than we realize. Along the way, they also tackle topics like probiotics, GLP-1 medications, detoxification, and even what makes a good cup of coffee.Grab your drink of choice and join us for another episode of It Comes in Pints.

What happens when a leader sees more in you than you see in yourself?In this episode of It Comes in Pints, Greg sits down with communication expert and LionSpeak founder Katherine Eitel Belt to talk about the conversations that shape careers, build stronger teams, and challenge people to reach a higher standard.Katherine shares the story of a pivotal conversation early in her career that changed the way she viewed leadership and accountability. Together, she and Greg explore why great leaders don't lower expectations, how to coach without discouraging people, and what it takes to create a culture where people feel supported and inspired to grow.Pour yourself a drink and join us for a thoughtful conversation on leadership, communication, and the impact a few well-chosen words can have on the people around us.Learn more about Katherine and LionSpeak at www.lionspeak.net.

Season 2 of It Comes In Pints is here!In this episode, Greg Tice sits down with marketing strategist David Schwab to discuss what it takes to stand out in today's competitive dental landscape. From building a strong brand and creating exceptional patient experiences to leveraging modern marketing strategies, David shares practical insights that can help practices attract, engage, and retain patients.Whether you're a practice owner, team member, or leader looking to drive growth, this conversation is packed with actionable ideas and fresh perspectives.Grab your favorite drink and join us for an engaging discussion on marketing, leadership, and building a practice that thrives.