Two Chairs with Nekky Jamal

Nekky Jamal

What does it actually take to build a life you are proud of in dentistry? Two Chairs with Nekky Jamal is where real conversations happen. No highlight reels. No perfection. Just dentists and entrepreneurs getting honest about the grind. The late nights. The hard calls. The moments you almost quit. We talk about building your practice, growing your brand, owning your identity, and becoming the dentist you always wanted to be. Some episodes will fire you up. Some will hit close to home. All of them will leave you with something real. Two chairs. One honest conversation. Let's go baby!

Episodes

  1. May 15

    5 - Dr. Glenn Van As - What it takes to survive this career!

    What does it take to have an amazing career in Dentistry?! Join us for an insightful conversation with Dr. Glenn Van As, internationally recognized pioneer, educator and badass in the field of microscopes and laser dentistry. In this episode, we explore the mindset required to stay innovative in a rapidly evolving industry. Dr. Van As shares stories from his career, lessons from decades of clinical experience, and practical insights for both dental professionals and anyone interested in the intersection of healthcare, technology, and entrepreneurship.Dr. Glenn Van As is just an awesome Dentist and an even better human. Sit down with us and lets learn from his experience. Takeaways Dentistry has evolved significantly over the past 40 yearsThe importance of empathy and patient care in dentistry Celebrating victories and focusing on the positive aspects of dentistry is important.Listening, humility, and the ability to acknowledge mistakes are essential in dealing with patient communication and defensiveness. Endurance sports and dentistry attract driven and type A personalities.The importance of living life to the fullest, finding balance, and leaving a legacy. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Career Overview05:55 Challenges and Opportunities in Modern Dentistry27:39 Celebrating Victories and Focusing on the Positive35:39 Building Patient Relationships and Trust41:25 Transition and Purpose in Dentistry01:23:11 The Importance of Leaving a Legacy and Pursuing Passion

    1h 24m
  2. Apr 23

    4 - Dr. Hesham Sherghin - THE NEW GRAD PLAYBOOK!

    We welcome back Dr. Hesham Sherghin! We cover essential advice for new dental graduates, building a network of advisors/mentors, associateships, contracts and financial planning. It emphasizes the importance of shadowing, mentorship, and making informed decisions about financial advisors and investments. We will go over contract negotiation, patient demographics and expectations, compensation structure, and termination clauses and holdbacks. Each chapter delves into these themes, providing valuable insights and advice for new graduates entering the dental industry. Takeaways New grad playbookBuilding a network of advisors and mentors Understanding the role of a financial advisor and the importance of due diligence Contract negotiationPatient demographics and expectationsCompensation structureTermination clauses and holdbacks. Recognize when you may be the problem and take accountability for your actions.Dentistry is a lifestyle, not just a job, and requires constant learning and investment in oneself. Chapters 00:00 The New Grad Playbook12:10 Building Your Network27:19 Financial Planning and Investment34:23 The Impact of a Financial Advisor's Commission44:15 Considerations for New Graduates in Dentistry52:10 Questions to Ask in a Job Interview58:01 Contract Negotiation01:22:27 The Power of Vulnerability and Asking for Help01:28:23 Continuous Learning and Investment in Dentistry01:38:18 Financial Management and Accountability

    1h 50m

About

What does it actually take to build a life you are proud of in dentistry? Two Chairs with Nekky Jamal is where real conversations happen. No highlight reels. No perfection. Just dentists and entrepreneurs getting honest about the grind. The late nights. The hard calls. The moments you almost quit. We talk about building your practice, growing your brand, owning your identity, and becoming the dentist you always wanted to be. Some episodes will fire you up. Some will hit close to home. All of them will leave you with something real. Two chairs. One honest conversation. Let's go baby!