Dental CEO Podcast #2 - Josh Linkner Delivers a Masterclass in Entrepreneurship
In this episode of The Dental CEO Podcast, host Scott Leune sits down with entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and jazz musician Josh Linkner to explore the intersections of creativity, business, and dentistry. Linkner, founder of five tech companies and an investor behind over a billion dollars in returns, shares insights on innovation, leadership, and breaking through mediocrity. He challenges dentists to embrace an entrepreneurial mindset, emphasizing the importance of "starting before you're ready" and reframing failure as a learning opportunity. Drawing parallels between business and jazz improvisation, he highlights the need for adaptability and creative confidence in navigating the evolving dental industry. Leune and Linkner discuss strategies for escaping perfectionism, leveraging technology, and making incremental improvements that drive exponential success. With his "Find a Way" framework, Linkner encourages dentists to approach challenges with ingenuity and resilience, offering actionable advice for those looking to innovate, grow, and build a thriving dental practice.