In this episode of the Dentistry on Purpose Podcast, ClaireNightingale shares her remarkable journey from being inspired by her own dentist at age 12 to becoming an award-winning orthodontist and practice owner.

With a wealth of clinical experience and a passion for business growth, Claire reveals how embracing technology, developing her team, and maintaining a clear sense of purpose has helped her achieve outstanding results — bothclinically and in practice leadership.

We explore themes such as:

· Building a thriving orthodontic practice withpurpose and vision

· Embracing digital innovation to enhance patientcare

· Balancing clinical excellence with businessleadership

· Mentoring and empowering the next generation ofdental professionals

Whether you're a practice principal, partner, or dental team leader, Claire’s inspiring journey offers powerful insights into achieving clinical success while fostering a high-performance culture.

Tune in now to discover how aligning purpose, leadership, and innovation can unlock new levels of success in your practice.

You can connect with Claire here:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/claire-nightingale-59654864/

If you'd like to get to know your hosts a little better, here's how.

Connect with Justin Leigh here:

🔗⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/JustinLeigh⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Learn more about Justin's work here: 🔗⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://focus4growth.co.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Connect with Mark Topley & learn more about his work here:

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🔗⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.marktopley.co.uk⁠⁠

In this inspiring episode of the Dentistry on PurposePodcast, Craig Welling shares his remarkable leadershipjourney—from telesales junior to CEO and co-owner of FMC.

Craig opens up about the defining moments that shaped his career, including the courageous decision to invest in the company he once worked for.

We delve into powerful themes of:

· Finding purpose in leadership

· Creating meaning in your career

· Building high-performance dental teams

· Leading with courage and conviction

Whether you're a practice principal, partner, or part of a dental team seeking to grow and thrive, Craig's insights offer invaluable lessons on embracing risk, developing resilience, and unlocking your full potential.

Tune in now for a conversation that could reshape how you think about leadership, growth, and finding purpose in your work.

You can connect with Craig here:

http://linkedin.com/in/craig-welling-494a5a31/

If you'd like to get to know your hosts a little better, here's how.

Connect with Justin Leigh here:

🔗⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/JustinLeigh⁠⁠⁠⁠

Learn more about Justin's work here: 🔗⁠⁠⁠⁠https://focus4growth.co.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠

Connect with Mark Topley & learn more about his work here:

⁠⁠⁠⁠🔗⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.marktopley.co.uk⁠⁠

In this episode of the Dentistry on Purpose Podcast,Joel Mannix shares his journey from rural Australia to becoming Head of Dental at Christie & Co, where he now leads an award-winning team of regional dental business advisors.

With extensive experience selling dental practices across Scotland, Joel offers powerful insights into maximising practice value, navigating sales, and building a practice that thrives with purpose and long-term vision.

We explore themes such as:

· Understanding the true value of your dentalpractice

· Preparing your practice for a successful sale ortransition

· Leading your team through periods of change andgrowth

· Creating a high-performance environment thatdrives business success

Whether you're a practice principal, partner, or dental team leader, Joel’s insights will help you future-proof your practice, ensure it operates at maximum value, and secure its long-term success.

Tune in now to uncover strategies that can unlock your practice’s full potential.

You can connect with Joel here:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/joel-mannix-34b36883/

If you'd like to get to know your hosts a little better, here's how.

Connect with Justin Leigh here:

🔗⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/JustinLeigh⁠⁠⁠

Learn more about Justin's work here: 🔗⁠⁠⁠https://focus4growth.co.uk⁠⁠⁠

Connect with Mark Topley & learn more about his work here:

⁠⁠⁠🔗⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.marktopley.co.uk⁠

In this episode of the Dentistry on Purpose Podcast,Lucie Simic shares her inspiring journey from journalist to dental business consultant, communication trainer, and practice manager coach.

With over a decade of experience, Lucie’s expertise has helped countless dental practices create sustainable growth, happier teams, and stronger patient connections.

We explore themes such as:

-Developing meaningful communication to improve team dynamics

-Coaching practice managers to lead with confidence and clarity

-Building a practice culture that attracts top talent and retains patients

-Delivering exceptional customer service that drives practice growth

Whatever your role in practice, Lucie’s insights will help you create a practice environment where both your team and your patients thrive.

Tune in now to discover how effective communication and leadership can unlock your practice’s full potential.

You can connect with Lucie here:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucie-simic-89892526/

If you'd like to get to know your hosts a little better, here's how.

Connect with Justin Leigh here:

🔗⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/JustinLeigh⁠⁠

Learn more about Justin's work here: 🔗⁠⁠https://focus4growth.co.uk⁠⁠

Connect with Mark Topley & learn more about his work here:

⁠⁠🔗⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.marktopley.co.uk⁠

In this episode of the Dentistry on Purpose Podcast,Dr. Paul Abrahams shares his journey from a general dentist to a pioneer in digital and cosmetic dentistry. Paul’s warm, friendly, and generous nature shines through as he reflects on his extensive experience supporting dental professionals and associations across the UK.

A brilliant speaker and passionate mentor, Paul discusses how integrating advanced technologies can enhance patient care, improve practice efficiency, and drive professional growth.

We explore themes such as:

-Implementing digital solutions to elevate clinical practice

-Leading a dental team through technological transitions

-Balancing innovation with personalised patient care

-Investing in the dental community through mentorship and associationsupport

Whether you're a practice principal, partner, or part of a dental team aiming to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving field, Paul’s insights offer valuable guidance on embracing innovation with purpose.

Tune in to discover how adopting digital advancements — while leading with warmth and generosity — can revolutionise your practice and enhance patient satisfaction.

You can connect with Paul here:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-abrahams-3aa50226/

If you'd like to get to know your hosts a little better, here's how.

Connect with Justin Leigh here:

🔗⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/JustinLeigh⁠⁠

Learn more about Justin's work here:

🔗⁠⁠https://focus4growth.co.uk⁠⁠

Connect with Mark Topley & learn more about his work here:

⁠⁠🔗⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.marktopley.co.uk⁠

In this inspiring episode of the Dentistry on Purpose Podcast, Dr Leticia Casanova shares her remarkable journey fromvolunteer dentist to specialist periodontist and co-founder of London Periodontics, Implants & Dentistry (LPID).

Leticia’s passion for purpose and impact led to the creation of Gold for Kids, a charity that turns discarded dental restorations into vital funds for underprivileged children.

We talk about some inspiring topics, like:

-Finding deeper meaning in your dental career

-Balancing clinical excellence with social responsibility

-Leading with compassion to create lasting impact

-Inspiring your team to align with a bigger purpose

Whether you're a practice principal, partner, or part of a dental team, Leticia's story offers powerful lessons in leadership, purpose, and giving back.

Tune in now to hear how turning overlooked resources into life-changing opportunities can help you build a dental practice with true purpose.

This is another amazing episode with an inspiring leader in dentistry.

You can connect with Leticia here:

If you'd like to get to know your hosts a little better, here's how.

Connect with Justin Leigh here:

🔗⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/JustinLeigh⁠⁠

Learn more about Justin's work here:

🔗⁠⁠https://focus4growth.co.uk⁠⁠

Connect with Mark Topley & learn more about his work here:

⁠⁠🔗⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.marktopley.co.uk⁠

In this episode of the Dentistry on Purpose Podcast, Joe Lovett shares his journey from a sales professional to a leading consultant in the dental industry.

He discusses the importance of authentic relationships, ethical business practices, and how tailored sales and marketing strategies can drive growth for dental practices.​

We delve into themes like:

- Building genuine connections within the dental community- Implementing ethical and effective sales strategies​

- Mentoring and developing the next generation of dental professionals​

- Adapting to the evolving landscape of dental media and marketing​

Whether you're a practice principal, partner, or part of a dental team aiming to enhance your practice's growth, Joe's insights offer valuable perspectives on integrating purpose-driven sales and marketing strategies.​

Tune in to discover how redefining your approach to sales and marketing can serve as the catalyst for your practice's success.

This is another amazing episode with an inspiring leader in dentistry.

You can follow Joe here:
https://www.instagram.com/joelovettcatalyst/?hl=en

If you'd like to get to know your hosts a little better, here's how.

Connect with Justin Leigh here:

🔗⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/JustinLeigh⁠⁠

Learn more about Justin's work here:

🔗⁠⁠https://focus4growth.co.uk⁠⁠

Connect with Mark Topley & learn more about his work here:

⁠⁠🔗⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.marktopley.co.uk⁠

In this episode of the Dentistry on PurposePodcast, Hazel Woodward shares her journey from science educator to leading a successful social media agency tailored for the dental industry.

Hazel discusses the pivotal role of purpose-driven social media in modern dental practices and how it can lead to increased patient engagement and practice growth.​

We delve into themes such as:

- Crafting meaningful content that resonates with patients

- Leveraging social media algorithms for maximumreach​

- Empowering dental teams to engageauthentically online​

- Aligning social media content with yourpractice's core values​

Whether you're a practice principal, partner,or part of a dental team aiming to enhance your online presence, Hazel's insights offer practical strategies to harness the power of social media effectively.​

Tune in to discover how a purposeful socialmedia approach can transform your dental practice's engagement and growth.

This is another amazing episode with an inspiring leader in dentistry.

You can follow Hazel here:https://www.instagram.com/lift.dental/

If you'd like to get to know your hosts a little better, here's how.

Connect with Justin Leigh here:

🔗⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/JustinLeigh⁠⁠

Learn more about Justin's workhere:

🔗⁠⁠https://focus4growth.co.uk⁠⁠

Connect with Mark Topley & learn more about his work here:

⁠⁠🔗⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.marktopley.co.uk⁠