{"podcast":{"title":"The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes","slug":"the-dentalpreneur-podcast-w-dr-mark-costes-467923","podcast_index_feed_id":467923,"rss_url":"https://markcostes.libsyn.com/rss","website_url":"https://www.truedentalsuccess.com/the-dentalpreneur-podcast/","image_url":"https://static.libsyn.com/p/assets/1/2/9/6/12969003544dad6fe55e3c100dce7605/podcast-1400.png","author":"Author, speaker, dental business coach and practicing dentist, Dr. Mark Costes chats with the leader","episode_count":2558,"summary":"The goal of this podcast is to assemble the greatest minds of the dental profession and to pass on their most valuable and succinct lessons, in order to help you to achieve your full potential in practice and in life. Let's face it. Dentistry can be a frustrating and isolating profession... but you don't have to be an island anymore. It's possible to become more profitable, less stressed and more fulfilled in your career and it's our mission is to help you get there. For a whole host of free practice building tips and resources, visit our website at TrueDentalSuccess.com","last_synced_at":"2026-07-28T06:21:34.304535+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-dentalpreneur-podcast-w-dr-mark-costes-467923"},"episode":{"title":"2514: The Real Budget Behind a Successful Dental Startup","slug":"2514-the-real-budget-behind-a-successful-dental-startup","published_at":"2026-05-21T13:30:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-dentalpreneur-podcast-w-dr-mark-costes-467923/2514-the-real-budget-behind-a-successful-dental-startup","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-dentalpreneur-podcast-w-dr-mark-costes-467923","url":"https://markcostes.libsyn.com/2514-the-real-budget-behind-a-successful-dental-startup","audio_url":"https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/markcostes/2514.mp3?dest-id=265820","summary":"On today's episode, Dr. Mark Costes talks with Dr. Chris Green and Steve Steinbrunner about what it really takes to start or buy a dental practice. They break down the importance of choosing the right location, understanding your market, and surrounding yourself with the right team before making major decisions. The conversation also covers budgeting, lending, construction costs, equipment, marketing, and working capital. Dr. Green and Steve share why a clear financial plan can help doctors avoid expensive mistakes, stay prepared during the startup process, and set the practice up for long-term growth. Be sure to check out the full episode from the Dentalpreneur Podcast! DISCLAIMER: All opinions expressed by the Provide employee participant are solely their current opinions and do not reflect the opinions of Provide, its affiliates, or Fifth Third Bank. The Provide employee participant's opinions are based on information they consider reliable, but neither Provide, its affiliates, nor Fifth Third Bank warrant its completeness or accuracy and should not be relied upon as such. This content is for informational purposes and does not constitute the rendering of legal, accounting, tax, or investment advice, or other professional services by neither Provide, its affiliates, or Fifth Third Bank. Please consult with appropriate professionals related to your individual circumstances. EPISODE RESOURCES https://www.getprovide.com/get-started?utm_campaign=&utm_source=The-Practice-Launchpad https://www.truedentalsuccess.com Dental Success Network Subscribe to The Dentalpreneur Podcast","meta_description":"On today's episode, Dr. Mark Costes talks with Dr. Chris Green and Steve Steinbrunner about what it really takes to start or buy a dental practice. They b…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":2740,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-dentalpreneur-podcast-w-dr-mark-costes-467923/episodes/2514-the-real-budget-behind-a-successful-dental-startup/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-dentalpreneur-podcast-w-dr-mark-costes-467923/2514-the-real-budget-behind-a-successful-dental-startup.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}