I’ve spoken to hundreds of orthodontists who can’t unplug—even for a day. If you feel like your practice can’t run without you answering every text, solving every problem, or approving every decision… then we need to talk. Because that’s not a badge of honor—it’s a red flag that your systems aren’t serving you.

In this episode of 5 Minute Friday, I talk candidly about what it really takes to create a practice that functions without you. I challenge the idea that you always need to be involved and show you why letting go a little is the fastest way to reclaim your time, your sanity, and your joy. If your vacation still feels like work, or you’re worried the whole place will collapse when you leave, you’ll want to hear this.

Quotes
"You will never regret the days you took off.”
— Dr. Glenn Krieger
“You’ll walk away with a 90-day plan, personalized by AI, based on everything you discussed—so you’re not just inspired... you’re activated.”
— Dr. Glenn Krieger

Key Takeaways
Intro: The myth of being indispensable (00:00)
Why you can’t unplug—and how to fix it (00:35)
The real cost of micromanagement (01:28)
JSP: Just Short of Perfect, and why that’s enough (01:50)
How to empower your team to own outcomes (02:45)
Coaching as a path to freedom (03:35)

Additional Resources
If your phone can’t stay buried in the sand for more than an hour, it’s time to rethink your systems—and your mindset. My 1-on-1 coaching program is designed to help you step away from the chaos and step into a more profitable, lower-stress version of your life. DM me and let’s talk about what’s possible. You deserve this.

Register for Ortho Vanguard: https://www.opvanguard.com

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On the surface, everything looks great—your schedule’s full, your numbers are strong, your team’s functioning. But inside? You might be running on fumes. In this episode, I sit down with Marissa Campbell, VC-backed founder, former corporate transformation executive, and author of Lead with Heart, to talk about the hidden burnout epidemic in high-achieving professionals—and what to do about it.

Marissa introduces her game-changing “Heart Check” framework—a two-minute daily ritual that helps you assess your mental and emotional energy so you can lead with more clarity, alignment, and human connection. Whether you’re an ortho practice owner, associate, or team leader, this episode will give you the tools to start checking in with yourself and your team in a way that actually improves performance and well-being. No fluff. Just tactical, compassionate, and transformative insight.

Quotes
“I was the queen of fine. But being the queen of fine is very isolating. We’re humans—and it’s complex.”
— Marissa Campbell

“Just ask your team how they’re doing. If everyone says ‘fine,’ there’s something deeper going on.”
— Marissa Campbell

Key Takeaways
Intro (00:00)
Marissa’s high-achiever burnout story (00:33)
“Fine” is a red flag, not a green light (01:37)
The myth of joy through achievement (03:27)
What is a Heart Check? (05:56)
How to check your emotional battery in 2 minutes (07:22)
Can everyone actually “check in” with themselves? (10:05)
HEART framework explained: battery, emotion, alignment, relationships, tethers (11:41)
Real examples of how to realign your day (13:39)
When to check in (transition moments, post-meeting, before walking into your house) (15:05)
The cost of burnout: $8.8 trillion/year in lost productivity (16:24)
Red Flag Protocol: helping your team ask for help without fear (19:16)


Additional Resources
If your go-to answer is always “fine,” or your team seems stuck in autopilot, it’s time to start leading with heart. Marissa’s simple daily check-in framework could be the missing link between burnout and balance—between hustle and human connection.

👉 Start your own Heart Check today and unlock the best version of yourself—for your team, your patients, and your family.


Reconnect with what matters and build from the heart out with Marissa:
https://www.themcspeaks.com

Lead with Heart: The New Blueprint for a Noisy, Burned Out World
https://www.amazon.com.mx/Lead-Heart-Blueprint-Noisy-Burned/dp/B0FVW7TY6C

https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/lead-with-heart-marissa-campbell/1148532765

Register for Ortho Vanguard: https://www.opvanguard.com

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I saw something recently that really stuck with me—Brené Brown, during an interview with Bill Maher, dropped a deceptively simple phrase: “Just let them.” That idea hit me like a ton of bricks. Whether you're in traffic, dealing with a frustrated parent in your office, or reacting to something a team member said—it’s so easy to get worked up. But what if you didn’t?

In this episode, I dive into why letting go of unnecessary conflict isn’t just good for your mental health—it’s good for your practice, your family, and your life. I share how adopting this “just let them” mindset has helped me avoid burnout, reduce stress, and stay aligned with the orthodontist—and person—I want to be. It’s not about being passive. It’s about being intentional with your energy.

Quotes
“So many people are going to do things that upset you—you can’t control that. But you can control how you react.”
— Dr. Glenn Krieger

“When you let someone who’s really negative upset you, they win twice. I won’t let that happen. And neither should you.”
— Dr. Glenn Krieger

Key Takeaways
Intro: Why “Just Let Them” matters (00:00)
The Brené Brown interview that inspired this episode (00:30)
The cost of overreacting—to your peace and practice (01:10)
Real-world orthodontic examples of staying calm (02:05)
How this mindset affects your leadership and home life (03:40)
Final thoughts and invite to OrthoPreneurs Vanguard (03:55)

Additional Resources
If this episode hits home for you, practice “just letting them” today—whether that’s in traffic, with a team member, or even your own inner critic. Then let me know how it goes.
And don’t forget:

👉 If you haven’t signed up yet for what are you waiting for?
It’s the one event that will absolutely change your practice and your life. I literally guarantee it.

Register for Ortho Vanguard: https://www.opvanguard.com

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