Dr. Lynda Dean-Duru of Ashburn Children's Dentistry on Healing Her Own Sleep Apnea Without Surgery and Pivoting to Airway-Focused Pediatric Care to Help Kids Sleep Better, Breathe Easier, and Thrive Early in Life. (Episode 672 - Dr. Lynda Dean-Duru)

In this episode of Grow a Small Business, host Troy Trewin interviews Dr. Lynda Dean-Duru, founder of Ashburn Children's Dentistry, based just outside Washington, D.C. Dr. Lynda shares her inspiring journey of healing her own sleep apnea without surgery and how it led her to pivot her practice toward airway-focused pediatric care. She explains how early intervention in children's breathing and sleep issues can transform their long-term health. Tune in to hear how she's making a global impact by helping kids breathe better, sleep deeper, and live healthier lives. Why would you wait any longer to start living the lifestyle you signed up for? Balance your health, wealth, relationships and business growth. And focus your time and energy and make the most of this year. Let's get into it by clicking here.   Troy delves into our guest's startup journey, their perception of success, industry reconsideration, and the pivotal stress point during business expansion. They discuss the joys of small business growth, vital entrepreneurial habits, and strategies for team building, encompassing wins, blunders, and invaluable advice. And a snapshot of the final five Grow A Small Business Questions: What do you think is the hardest thing in growing a small business? Dr. Lynda believes the hardest thing is staying focused and committed to your vision, especially when it's not popular or easily understood. For her, the challenge was sticking with an innovative and nontraditional model of pediatric dentistry despite obstacles. What's your favorite business book that has helped you the most? Her favorite business book is "Start With Why" by Simon Sinek. She values how it emphasizes understanding and communicating your purpose, which has been crucial in leading her team and connecting with patients. Are there any great podcasts or online learning resources you'd recommend to help grow a small business? Dr. Lynda highly recommends The Ed Mylett Show for its personal and professional growth insights. She also listens to Tony Robbins and Dean Graziosi, and uses ChatGPT to help organize her thoughts and explore ideas in her business. What tool or resource would you recommend to grow a small business? She recommends becoming great at telling your story with conviction. She emphasizes the power of storytelling to connect with patients, build trust, and market effectively—something she has used to grow her own practice. What advice would you give yourself on day one of starting out in business? Dr. Lynda would tell her younger self to believe more, be patient, and stay persistent. She reflects on the importance of self-confidence and trusting your vision, even when others don't yet see its value. Book a 20-minute Growth Chat with Troy Trewin to see if you qualify for our upcoming course. Don't miss out on this opportunity to take your small business to new heights! Enjoyed the podcast? Please leave a review on iTunes or your preferred platform. Your feedback helps more small business owners discover our podcast and embark on their business growth journey.     Quotable quotes from our special Grow A Small Business podcast guest: Success is changing the trajectory of a child's health, not just fixing their teeth – Dr. Lynda Dean-Duru Tell your story with heart—that's how people truly connect – Dr. Lynda Dean-Duru Most lifelong health issues start in childhood—we just have to know what to look for – Dr. Lynda Dean-Duru