On today's episode, we take you inside The Practice Launchpad event from September 2025, where Dr. Mark Costes delivered a powerful keynote to an audience of current and aspiring dental practice owners. Drawing on his experience owning 16 practices across Arizona and California, Mark gives an unfiltered look at the common mistakes dentists make in leadership, operations, and finance—and why most practices in the U.S. are barely profitable (if at all). He reveals why financial success alone nearly broke him, and how his Four Futures framework—mind, meaning, muscle, and money—helped him find purpose, balance, and joy again. Whether you're a new grad, a seasoned owner, or somewhere in between, this talk is packed with real talk, big perspective shifts, and actionable business wisdom. Be sure to check out the full episode from the Dentalpreneur Podcast! EPISODE RESOURCES <ul> <li><a href= "https://www.truedentalsuccess.com/">https://www.truedentalsuccess.com</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.dentalsuccessnetwork.com/" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Dental Success Network</a></li> <li>Subscribe to <a href= "https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dentalpreneur-podcast-become/id983666208?mt=2&ls=1" rel="noopener noreferrer">The Dentalpreneur Podcast</a></li> </ul>

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