Fractional CEO vs. Full-Time CEO: What Orthodontists Need to Know l 5MF

Fractional CEO vs. Full-Time CEO: What Orthodontists Need to Know l 5MF

June 19, 2026 · 9 min

About this episode

Dr. Glenn Krieger discusses the potential pitfalls of hiring a high-level executive for orthodontic practices.

What if I told you the CEO your practice “needs” might actually be the most expensive mistake you’re about to make? In this Five Minute Friday, I’m challenging orthodontists to think carefully before hiring a CEO, COO, or high-level executive for their practice. Too many doctors hit $2–3 million in production, feel stretched, and assume the next move is bringing in a $250K–$300K leader. But in most cases, you’re not ready for that—and you probably don’t know how to hire that person yet. Ins...

More episodes of The Orthopreneurs Podcast with Dr. Glenn Krieger

Explore listener stats, chart rankings, contacts and more on the The Orthopreneurs Podcast with Dr. Glenn Krieger podcast page.