Dental Femme

Dr. ArNelle Wright
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Calling all speakers, entrepreneurs, digital creators, thought leaders, influencers, and practice owners who are looking to leverage their online presence and expertise for more opportunities and/or new opportunities. Dental Femme is the #1 place where multi-passionate women in dentistry come to learn from and alongside one another. In this community, we value progression, and we understand that NO ONE achieves success on their own. So, here you can wear your crown alongside all the other women wearing theirs. Inside we're talking marketing, showing up online and in practice, we're talking business, pitching, media, mindset, and more. If you've been looking to find your people, rest assured that you've found us, right here in the official girls club!

  1. Jun 8

    From Clinical Practitioner to CEO w/ Dr. Whitney Weiner

    In this episode of the Dental Femme Podcast, Dr. ArNelle sits down with Dr. Whitney Weiner—periodontist, multi-practice owner, and Chief Growth Officer at Icon Dental Partners—to unpack what it really takes to grow, scale, and lead in dentistry. From acquiring multiple practices to stepping into executive leadership, Dr. Weiner shares her journey of building a dental organization rooted in culture, strategy, and intentional expansion. This conversation is especially powerful for: first-generation dentists aspiring practice owners women navigating leadership in dentistry If you've ever wondered what happens after you buy the practice, this episode is for you 💡 Key Takeaway Ownership is not the destination—it's the entry point You don't scale by doing more—you scale by thinking differently Financial clarity creates confidence in decision-making Leadership—not production—is what builds sustainable growth You don't need to have it all figured out to get started 🎯 Connect + Next Steps If this conversation resonated with you: 👉 Join the Dental Femme Community on Instagram and Patreon Where we go deeper into: practice ownership content creation wealth building leadership development 👉 Follow Dr. ArNelle Wright (@thedailydentist) for real-time insights on building a practice and brand simultaneously 🎧 Listen + Subscribe Don't forget to: Follow the Dental Femme Podcast Leave a review 👉 Share this episode with a dentist who's ready for more than just clinical work - tag us so we can repost!

    31 min

  2. Apr 3

    FINANCIAL FOUNDATIONS FOR WOMEN IN DENTISTRY

    In this episode, I sit down with Erin from Panacea Financial to unpack the real truth about money in dentistry — and why income alone is not enough to build wealth. We talk about the financial gaps no one teaches us in dental school, the unique challenges women dentists face when it comes to money, and how to begin building a strategy that supports both your career and your life. If you are a first-generation dentist, navigating student loan debt, building a practice, or creating multiple streams of income — this conversation is for you. Key Takeaways ✨ You were trained to produce — not to build wealth ✨ Financial strategy should evolve as your income grows ✨ Lifestyle inflation is one of the biggest silent wealth killers ✨ Wealth building is not about how much you make — it's about what you do with it ✨ The earlier you create a plan, the more freedom you create later Download the guide: LINKED BELOW "The Dentist Wealth Blueprint: 7 Financial Moves Every Woman Dentist Should Make" https://drive.google.com/file/d/1OJw7LxXcdqec3iXF5Uk3ePxVhY4Pv_LT/view?usp=sharing

    34 min

  3. Mar 18

    **Practice Ownership with Dr. Bobbi Stanley - Re-release!**

    🎙️ Dental Femme Podcast Episode Title: Private Practice w/ Dr. Bobbi Stanley - Re-release Guest: Dr. Bobbi Stanley | Practice Owner | The Stanley Institute Duration: ~30 minutes ✨ Episode Summary: In this inspiring re-release of the Dental Femme Podcast, Dr. ArNelle sits down with the fearless and forward-thinking Dr. Bobbi Stanley, a multi-passionate woman in dentistry who took a bold leap from an general dentistry to zeroing in on cosmetic dentistry and business development as a way to build a thriving dental practice. Dr. Bobbi shares what led her to pivot, and how choosing general/cosmetic dentistry — and eventually practice ownership — gave her more freedom, more impact, and a stronger sense of purpose. This episode offers a powerful message to early-career dentists and seasoned professionals alike: You are allowed to change your mind. And sometimes, the pivot leads to something even greater. From navigating the unknowns of early ownership to managing patient relationships as an owner, and redefining success outside of others' expectations, Dr. Bobbi's story is truly a blueprint for betting on yourself, even when the path isn't linear. 💎 In This Episode You'll Learn: Key strengths Dr. Bobbi uses to keep building a successful dental practice  The importance of clinical confidence, team culture, and growth mindset as a practice owner. How to embrace uncertainty as part of your evolution — especially as a multi-passionate woman in dentistry. The importance of self care, not neglecting yourself at the end of the day. Carving out time for ourselves is critical to success in ownership! 🧠 Key Takeaways from the Episode: There is no one right path in dentistry — the "pivot" is sometimes the power move. Ownership is not just about revenue — it's about responsibility, alignment, and autonomy. When you listen to your inner knowing, you find more peace, fulfillment, and direction — even in the messiness. 🎧 Listen Now If You're: A dental student or new grad questioning your specialty decision. A woman in clinical practice who's considering ownership but unsure how to start. In a season of burnout, wondering what else might be possible. A multi-passionate dentist looking for community, clarity, and courage to evolve. 🚀 Ready to Rise? Join Dental Femme — the #1 community for women in dentistry who are building careers and businesses on their own terms. Whether you're in clinical practice or pivoting into thought leadership, this is your space to grow, connect, and win.

    28 min
  4. Season 3 Let's Try This Again!!!

    Mar 4

    Season 3 Let's Try This Again!!!

    After an unintentional sabbatical from recording, I'm back ladies! Thank you to everyone who continues to believe in me, even when my life goes totally OFF SCRIPT! If you're new here. Welcome, c'mon in and get settled. If you've been here a while: ILYSM!  In this episode, I'm sharing a long overdue update on what's been happening behind the scenes: • Me exiting my associate-ship (AKA my guaranteed pay and good bennies)  • Learning I was expecting my 3rd baby boy • Acquiring a private practice I didn't mean to disappear, sis had a lot going on! In this episode full of updates, I'm talking about  navigating ownership and motherhood simultaneously, the identity shift from associate to owner, and why Dental Femme still matters now more than ever If you've ever stepped back to build something bigger… this episode is your permission to re-enter without explanation, although I did wanna update yall on what's been happening! But like long time besties: Dental Femme is back — and we're picking up right where we left off. Cheers to you sis!

    29 min

  5. 07/14/2025

    2. Private Practice w/ Dr. Bobbi Stanley

    🎙️ Dental Femme Podcast Episode Title: Private Practice w/ Dr. Bobbi Stanley Guest: Dr. Bobbi Stanley | Practice Owner | The Stanley Institute Duration: ~30 minutes ✨ Episode Summary: In this inspiring episode of the Dental Femme Podcast, Dr. ArNelle sits down with the fearless and forward-thinking Dr. Bobbi Stanley, a multi-passionate woman in dentistry who took a bold leap from an general dentistry to zeroing in on cosmetic dentistry and business development as a way to build a thriving dental practice. Dr. Bobbi shares what led her to pivot, and how choosing general/cosmetic dentistry — and eventually practice ownership — gave her more freedom, more impact, and a stronger sense of purpose. This episode offers a powerful message to early-career dentists and seasoned professionals alike: You are allowed to change your mind. And sometimes, the pivot leads to something even greater. From navigating the unknowns of early ownership to managing patient relationships as an owner, and redefining success outside of others' expectations, Dr. Bobbi's story is truly a blueprint for betting on yourself, even when the path isn't linear. 💎 In This Episode You'll Learn: Key strengths Dr. Bobbi uses to keep building a successful dental practice  The importance of clinical confidence, team culture, and growth mindset as a practice owner. How to embrace uncertainty as part of your evolution — especially as a multi-passionate woman in dentistry. The importance of self care, not neglecting yourself at the end of the day. Carving out time for ourselves is critical to success in ownership! 🧠 Key Takeaways from the Episode: There is no one right path in dentistry — the "pivot" is sometimes the power move. Ownership is not just about revenue — it's about responsibility, alignment, and autonomy. When you listen to your inner knowing, you find more peace, fulfillment, and direction — even in the messiness. 🎧 Listen Now If You're: A dental student or new grad questioning your specialty decision. A woman in clinical practice who's considering ownership but unsure how to start. In a season of burnout, wondering what else might be possible. A multi-passionate dentist looking for community, clarity, and courage to evolve. 🚀 Ready to Rise? Join Dental Femme — the #1 community for women in dentistry who are building careers and businesses on their own terms. Whether you're in clinical practice or pivoting into thought leadership, this is your space to grow, connect, and win.

    28 min

  6. 07/07/2025

    1. Welcome to Season 3!!! New Voices, New Lessons

    Welcome to Season 3 of Dental Femme! In this powerful kickoff episode, Dr. ArNelle gets real about the myth of "perfect timing" and why waiting for the stars to align is the fastest route to never starting at all. She shares the bold truth behind her own leap—from corporate dentistry to acquiring her first practice and scaling a profitable business—while highlighting the emotional and practical hurdles many women in dentistry face. Whether you're a new grad burdened by debt, a new mom, recently divorced, or simply on the edge of your next chapter, this episode is your wake-up call to stop waiting for permission and start building what you were called to create. 🔥 In This Episode, You'll Learn: Why "proper timing" is a myth that keeps women stuck The behind-the-scenes of Dr. ArNelle's leap from associate to owner What it really looks like to start small and grow sustainably Encouragement for women navigating major life transitions Inspiration from leaders like Oprah, Whitney Wolfe Herd, Suneera Madhani, Sarah Blakely, Rachel Rodgers—and Dr. ArNelle herself 💡 Episode Quote: "You're waiting for a green light, but what if I told you you are the green light?" 🌟 Who This Episode Is For: Multi-passionate women in dentistry New grads overwhelmed with student loans Moms balancing ambition and motherhood Women in transition—divorce, new careers, new ventures Anyone who's tired of waiting for the "right time" and ready to start anyway If this episode lit a fire under you, share it with a friend or colleague who needs a reminder that the time is now. Then head over to Dental Femme and join our community of women who are betting on themselves—daily. Subscribe to the podcast, leave a review, and let's make Season 3 your season of starting anyway.

    24 min
  7. 7. My latest Legacy Move

    05/29/2025

    7. My latest Legacy Move

    In this final episode of the Dental Femme Podcast, Season 2, Dr. ArNelle unveils her latest legacy move—resigning from her corporate role to acquire a dental practice of her own. She reflects on the journey of making bold decisions, the emotional weight of leaving a stable position, and how intentional planning, including her "word of the year," shaped her path forward. Through candid storytelling, she highlights the challenges, growth, and deep sense of purpose that come with building a legacy in real-time. 🔹 Dr. ArNelle also delves into the broader vision of empowering women in dentistry, stressing the importance of generational wealth, mentorship, and community. As she looks ahead to the future and teases what's to come in Season Three, she invites listeners to reflect on their own legacy journeys and engage with the Dental Femme community. This episode serves as both a personal milestone and a call to action for women ready to break boundaries in their own careers. ✨ Join the Dental Femme Community → www.dentalfemme.com ✨ Follow Dr. ArNelle and the DF Community on Instagram → @thedailydentist @dental femme  🔹 Love this episode? Subscribe, rate, and leave a review  🔹 Screenshot this episode, tag @thedailydentist sharing the takeaway that resonated the most. 🔹 Let's inspire more women in dentistry to build sustainable, fulfilling careers, both in and out of the operatory!

    43 min
  8. 6. Decline What Doesn't Align - The Power of Less

    03/28/2025

    6. Decline What Doesn't Align - The Power of Less

    🔹 In this episode of the Dental Femme Podcast, Dr. ArNelle highlights a recent epiphany she's had and continues to have about her non-negotiable no's, and absolute yeses. Doing less, in both business and life opens the doors for more of the right opportunities, as opposed to one-off invitations that fail to move the needle. She also dives into the why behind the what - why  focusing on less—fewer commitments, fewer distractions, and fewer energy-draining tasks—often leads to more impact, more clarity, and more success. 🔹 The overall theme of the episode is that its not about saying no to everything, and definitely not about saying yes to everything, which is most of our problem. It's all about using selectivity and a 5-part framework to say yes to the right opportunities, the right collaborations, the right clients, and for those of us also in clinical practice: the right dental patients.  ✨ Join the Dental Femme Community → www.dentalfemme.com ✨ Follow Dr. ArNelle and the DF Community on Instagram → @thedailydentist @dental femme  🔹 Love this episode? Subscribe, rate, and leave a review 🔹 Screenshot this episode, tag @thedailydentist sjharing the takeaway that resonated the most. 🔹 Let's inspire more women in dentistry to build sustainable, fulfilling careers, both in and out of the operatory!

    26 min
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Calling all speakers, entrepreneurs, digital creators, thought leaders, influencers, and practice owners who are looking to leverage their online presence and expertise for more opportunities and/or new opportunities. Dental Femme is the #1 place where multi-passionate women in dentistry come to learn from and alongside one another. In this community, we value progression, and we understand that NO ONE achieves success on their own. So, here you can wear your crown alongside all the other women wearing theirs. Inside we're talking marketing, showing up online and in practice, we're talking business, pitching, media, mindset, and more. If you've been looking to find your people, rest assured that you've found us, right here in the official girls club!

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  • Creator
    Dr. ArNelle Wright
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    21
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024
  • Show Website
    Dental Femme