854. The Labels We Create

Dr. Killeen talks about how the labels and stories we create can quietly shape the way we lead, communicate, and make decisions in a dental practice. Whether it’s labeling patients, team members, or even ourselves, those assumptions often become filters that influence our behavior. He shares why challenging those mental shortcuts can create more flexibility, better leadership, and stronger relationships. Sometimes growth starts by simply asking whether the story we’re telling ourselves is actually true.