The Human Side of Business Blog:
Leadership Tips for Practice Owners
Short on time but big on ambition?
Our blog gives you quick, practical insights to help you grow as a leader, pulled from honest conversations, coaching experiences, and podcast episodes.
Who We Are, How We Help You, and Why
We're just like you—private dental practice owners who've been there. After 30+ years in dentistry and struggling to find joy in practice, we discovered the secret: world-class culture is the foundation of every dream practice. Learn our personal story of transformation and how we help stressed, unhappy dentists build thriving, fee-for-service practices they actually love.
Building a Successful Dental Practice Website
Jody from Pugh Leadership Academy shares key insights on building a successful dental practice website. From why every modern practice needs one, to the pros and cons of different types of marketing firms, to the three questions you must answer before hiring anyone—this guide helps fee-for-service and private practice dentists create a website that reflects their values, attracts the right patients, and stands out from cookie-cutter competition.
Creating a Positive Workplace Culture & Handling Staff Complaints
Learn how to create a positive workplace culture in your dental practice and handle staff complaints effectively. Discover strategies to prevent drama, reinforce values, and build a thriving, drama-free team with Pugh Leadership Academy.
Building Your Dream Dental Practice: A Masterclass on Culture, Leadership, and Success
Ready to build the dental practice you’ve always dreamed of—one with less stress, more joy, and a thriving team culture?
In this post, Jody Pugh, founder of Pugh Leadership Academy, shares the 8 essential elements that helped him and his wife transform their private practice into a fulfilling, self-managed, and fee-for-service success story. From world-class culture to reducing insurance dependency, this post offers a practical roadmap for private practice owners who want to lead with confidence and build a business that works for them—not the other way around.
Find Your People Inside the Private Practice Dentists Community
Owning a practice can feel isolating, even when you're surrounded by other professionals. That’s why we created Private Practice Dentists, a free Facebook group built exclusively for current and aspiring private practice owners who want more than survival… they want joy.
This isn’t just another dental group. It’s a space for meaningful growth, real support, and honest conversations about what it really takes to build a fee-for-service practice that reflects your values, energizes your team, and brings you fulfillment.
Whether you're a student dreaming of ownership, an associate preparing for the leap, or a seasoned dentist ready to lead with more clarity and connection, you're welcome here.