2555: Fired Up but Going Nowhere- Turn Today into the Day Everything Actually Changes

2555: Fired Up but Going Nowhere- Turn Today into the Day Everything Actually Changes

From The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes by Mark Costes

July 17, 2026 · 1h 2m

About this episode

Dr. Summer Kassmel discusses how dentists can turn inspiration into lasting change and avoid the 'someday trap'.

On today’s episode, Dr. Summer Kassmel takes the stage at the Dental Success Summit to help dentists and their teams turn inspiration into real, lasting change. She shares why so many practice owners get caught in the “someday trap,” waiting for the right associate, production number, or season of life before building the practice and lifestyle they truly want. Dr. Kassmel breaks down the three keys to fighting the pull of status quo: getting clear on what you want and why it matters, understanding the short-term price of meaningful change, and leading first as the doctor or practice leader. She also offers a practical communication framework for holding standards with grace, creating alignment, and choosing one focused “Monday move” that can help transform your practice for good. Be sure to check out the full episode from the Dentalpreneur Podcast! EPISODE RESOURCES https://www.truedentalsuccess.com Dental Success Network Subscribe to The Dentalpreneur Podcast The post 2555: Fired Up but Going Nowhere- Turn Today into the Day Everything Actually Changes appeared first on Dental Success Institute .

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Host: Mark Costes

Guest: Dr. Summer Kassmel

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Organizations: Dental Success Summit, Dental Success Network, Dentalpreneur Podcast, Dental Success Institute

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