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Ask George: Why Hiring an Associate Can Hurt Dental Practice Profitability

1 June 2026 · 34:45 · Episode 97

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In this episode of Ask George, Dr. George Hariri breaks down the common—yet avoidable—trap where adding an associate leads to a massive drop in dental practice profitability. George shares his own Dental Moneyball cautionary tale: how he went from a thriving income to making zero dollars after hiring his first associate. This episode serves as a survival guide for any dentist moving from clinician to CEO, ensuring…

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