The Bagel Method: Kyle Summerford on Smarter Systems for Dental Office Managers

What do dental office systems have in common with a bagel? More than you think.In this episode, Linda Kane sits down with Kyle Summerford—founder of Dental Office Managers Connect and a seasoned dental leader with 20+ years of real-world experience—to unpack his signature “Bagel Method.”Whether you're overwhelmed by too many hats, struggling to lead your team, or just looking for a smarter way to streamline daily chaos, Kyle’s practical approach is built for real-world dental offices—especially the ones short on time and staff.You’ll learn:What the Bagel Method is and how to apply it to your patient journeyWhy most office systems fail—and how to simplify themHow office managers can lead with confidence, not burnoutThe power of servant leadership (and why it’s often missing)Why community and self-awareness matter more than titlesThis one’s for every office manager, team leader, and practice owner who’s ready to ditch the overwhelm and build systems that actually work.📌 Resources💬 Want expert guidance to get out of the grind?Linda Kane helps dentists rebuild stronger operations and reclaim control.📖 Claim your free copy of Dental Office Rescue ➝ rescuemydentaloffice.com🌐 Explore services at Zeroed-In Dental Solutions ➝ zeroedindentalsolutions.com🤝 Connect with Kyle Summerford🌐 Website: https://www.dentalofficemanagers.com/🚀 Subscribe and never miss an episode! New episodes drop every other Wednesday.🎧 This podcast is produced by @parkerkane.co | Want help creating your own expert podcast? Reach out ➝ [email protected]