The Path from Dental Associate to Practice Owner
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I built a 5 Million dollar dental practice that runs without me — and now I help associates step into ownership the right way.
If you became an associate because you wanted freedom, impact, and financial success… but instead feel capped, controlled, and unsure how to actually make ownership work — I can help you.
Let me guess — you dream about owning “someday,” but the thought of money, leadership, teams, and responsibility feels overwhelming. You don’t want to trade one kind of stress for another — and you definitely don’t want to buy yourself a job.
But here’s the truth: you don’t have to figure this out alone — and you don’t have to learn the hard way. I can show you a smarter path.
I know what it’s like to go from feeling unsure, overwhelmed, and stressed about the future — to being clear, confident, and excited, knowing your practice will support your life instead of consume it.
Now I want you to imagine stepping into ownership already thinking like an owner — with a clear vision, confident leadership mindset, and systems in place so you’re not the bottleneck from day one.
You have clarity, confidence, and a plan — whether that’s building your future practice, creating financial freedom, having time for family, traveling, or simply breathing without the constant pressure of wondering if you’re making the right move.
This is how you step into ownership as a true Dental BossLady — confident, prepared, and in control — building a business that works for YOU, not the other way around.
Say goodbye to feeling stuck, unsure of your next move, and wondering if ownership is really worth it.
That stops now!
In as little as 6 weeks, you’ll go from being an associate who dreams about owning “someday” — but feels overwhelmed by the unknown — to a clear, confident future practice owner with a roadmap, leadership mindset, and systems that set you up for success before you ever sign on the dotted line.
No more guessing
You’ll know exactly how to build and lead a team—before ownership—so you’re never stuck figuring it out as you go.
No More Doubt
You’ll gain proven systems and processes that let your practice thrive—so you can confidently lead without needing to be everywhere at once.
No More Burnout
You’ll finally make the leap from associate to practice owner—taking control of your schedule, increasing your income, and building a practice you love.
Stepping into ownership will make running your practice feel exciting again.
You’ll gain the freedom, control, and profitability you’ve been aiming for—without the overwhelm of trying to figure it all out alone.
Your dream of owning a thriving practice is within reach—you just need the right tools and guidance to make it happen.
Let’s build it together
but... let's be real
You became an associate to grow. And here’s the truth—ownership is 100% possible . It just gets a whole lot easier when someone who’s done it is guiding you every step of the way.
But between learning the ropes as an associate, managing staff challenges, and trying to keep everything from falling apart—you’ve ended up feeling stuck before you even own your practice.
It’s time to move past the daily chaos and step into ownership of a practice that thrives without you having to be in the office 24/7.
Let me show you how to:
- Build your team so they run smoothly and know exactly what to do—without you having to micromanage.
- Set up systems that produce results consistently—without needing your constant oversight.
- Structure your schedule so you finally have space for rest, life, and time away from the office.
Because freedom, higher income, and peace of mind aren’t just “someday” goals.
They’re exactly what your future practice should be giving you as an owner.
That’s where the Leadership Academy 2.0 and my Dental BossLady Method comes in.
Navigating dental ownership is hard—especially when you don’t know what’s fair, what to ask for, or how to advocate for yourself as an associate.
I’ll show you exactly how to move from associate to owner with clarity—so you know what questions to ask, what boundaries to set, and how to protect your future.
I’ll teach you how to prioritize what actually matters so you stop second-guessing yourself and start making decisions with confidence.
I’ll help you step off the hamster wheel of uncertainty—so you no longer wonder if you’re being taken advantage of or playing by someone else’s rules.
This isn’t about working harder—it’s about understanding the business of ownership and taking intentional, informed steps forward.
I’ll show you how to think like an owner before you ever sign on the dotted line.
I’ll teach you how to set clear expectations, communicate confidently, and lead without guilt or micromanaging.
And I’ll show you how to build a practice—and a team—that supports you, instead of draining you, as you step fully into ownership.
The Dental BossLady Method is exactly what I teach inside the Leadership Academy 2.0. It isn’t just another generic practice management system—it’s the exact, step-by-step approach to help an associate like you transition into ownership and build a profitable, systemized, and fulfilling dental practice on your terms.
Most programs give cookie-cutter solutions that don’t fit your vision as an associate. That’s why they don’t work. The Dental BossLady Method starts with you—because no one can tell you how to build your practice until you decide what you truly want as an owner. From there, it follows a simple, structured four-part framework.
No more overwhelm. No more uncertainty. Just one clear step at a time toward a practice that runs smoothly, increases your income, and gives you the time and freedom you’ve been dreaming of as an owner.
Let's take a look inside
Phase 1: Lay the Foundation
Phase 2: Systematize for Efficiency
Phase 3: Optimize with Metrics
Phase 4: Maximize and Scale
You started your journey as an associate to eventually create freedom, impact, and generational wealth—not to spend your days buried in staff drama, schedule fires, and admin tasks that shouldn't need your attention.
But right now? You’re the one holding everything together—and it’s exhausting.
Your team leans on you for every little thing, and it keeps you from stepping into ownership.
Your office runs because you’re running it—not yet as the owner leading with systems and strategy.
That dream of having real control and freedom? Still feels out of reach.
It’s time to flip the script.
Step into the version of your future practice where the team is self-led, the systems run without you, and you get to focus on growth, leadership, and the life you’ve been aiming for as an owner.
Inside this high-level community of powerhouse women practice owners, you’ll get the tools, support, and strategy to transform your future practice into a profitable, systemized machine—so you can finally create space for the YOU beyond the title.
Your next level as an owner isn’t about doing more.
It’s about building better—and leading like the CEO you were meant to become.
Imagine this...
⭐ Walking into your future practice as the owner, and everyone is already there—perfectly positioned, ready, and confident to support you, your patients, and each other.
⭐ They operate like a well-oiled machine, and your day flows seamlessly.
⭐ They are just as motivated and happy to be there as you are stepping into ownership.
⭐ You step into each day confident in your leadership and your ability to handle it all.
⭐ Patients are the priority, and you have all the time and energy to focus on them—everything else is handled by your empowered team.
⭐ You no longer put out “all the fires”—you are calm, in control, and dentistry is fun again!
⭐ When your day is done, you leave work at work and go home to enjoy watching your kids play their favorite sports, sit down with your family over dinner fully present, or relax with your favorite Netflix series and a glass of wine—all without worrying about unfinished tasks at the office.
It's all possible when you have the right tools, systems, and guidance to step into ownership confidently.
If building your dream practice as an owner was just about being kind, giving your all, and working hard… you’d already be stepping into ownership with confidence and freedom.
Nobody outworks women in dentistry.
You’ve poured your heart, energy, and time into your work as an associate. But here’s the real talk: you’re exhausted. Your team still leans on you for everything. The systems break down the minute you step back. And that dream of owning a practice with freedom? Feels more like a fantasy than a plan. You’re starting to wonder if all the hustle is even worth it. You’ve tried everything—and still feel stuck managing mediocre results. You're smart, capable, and have done the work… So why does it still feel this hard? The truth? It’s not your work ethic—it’s your business model.
When you're running on grit instead of systems, burnout is inevitable.
But when you shift into CEO energy—as the owner of your practice—with clear boundaries, a team that leads themselves, and systems that support your success—everything changes. More profit without more hours. More time with your family without dropping the ball. More confidence that your future practice can thrive without burning you out. You don’t need to work harder—you need to lead smarter.
And that version of your business?
It’s not just possible—it’s waiting.
“Dental BossLady has inspired me to pursue my dream practice! Her mastermind group offers a supportive network of like-minded women, providing a safe space for sharing ideas and mutual encouragement. Since joining, we’ve achieved record production months, and I’m spending more time working on the practice rather than just in it. Dental BossLady has guided me towards leadership reading and business mastery training. The content is vast and invaluable, with Terri as an inspiring and approachable role model who champions women in dentistry. My team knows her well from my frequent mentions of her teachings. This program has the potential to transform both your practice and your life!”
- Dr.Leanne Ball
“Her Dental Boss Lady leadership academy has provided me with the formula to create a vision for my dental practice and has given me and/or helped me create the systems needed to implement my vision. The amount of content she provides is far more than I have ever received at any course or from any other practice management consultant.”
- Dr. Chélise Kasun
“The Dental BossLady course came at a pivotal time in my career. I needed to reinvent myself and didn’t even know where to begin. Each module walks you through in a clear, concise manner. I was finally able to express my goals, expectations, core values and so much more. I was able to lead my team to the goals as a unit. I am forever grateful for this course and Dr. Pukanich for putting this incredible course together and sharing her journey and knowledge!“
- Dr. Gina Marcus
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How it works!
Step 1 - Invest in YOU!
Go ahead take the leap!! Become a member and celebrate!! You have no problem investing in the clinical CE - now is the time to you take your first step to creating a life and practice you love! Time for a happy dance!
Step 2 - Set aside 1-2 hours each week to work ON your practice
We all know you work hard IN the practice - so let's work on the practice. Mark your calendar every week for your Dental BossLady time and get to work. Putting it in the calendar will ensure it gets done!
Step 3 - Share your wins!
Don't do this alone! Get inside the community and engage with other amazing dental bossladies who are on the exact same journey as you are. Post your wins, celebrate the good stuff that is happening, get support and ask questions.
“Dental Boss Lady has meant support, understanding and guidance to me! As women dental practice owners we wear so many hats and a lot of dental advisors are either not dental practice owners or are not women and can’t walk in our shoes! Dr. Terri Pukanich knows exactly what we go through. She is full of practical advice and support for whichever season of dental practice ownership you may be in. Thank you Terri!!!”
- Dr. Prachi Deore
The Leadership Academy 2.0
is perfect for women in dentistry who want to:
- Grow as a dentist while preparing to become a confident practice owner
- Get practical business guidance from a dentist who has successfully made the transition to ownership
- Discover proven systems and strategies that will help you build a thriving, profitable practice
- Step into leadership as an associate and start taking ownership of your future practice
- Learn how to grow a profitable "bread & butter" practice from day one of ownership
- Build a proactive team that takes ownership without you having to chase them
- Create more profit, more freedom, and more ease as you transition into ownership
- Optimize the systems you’ll need to run a smooth, successful practice
- Reignite and rejuvenate your passion for dentistry while building your future practice
You weren’t meant to carry it all, do it all, or figure it out alone as an associate.
If you’re tired of spinning in circles—watching the office run you instead of preparing to run it yourself, micromanaging staff, and drowning in tasks, while wondering “When will this get easier?”—you’re not failing. You’re ready for the path to ownership.
The Dental Boss Lady Method isn’t just another course—it’s your step-by-step blueprint to building a profitable, systemized, and low-stress practice that sets you up for success as a practice owner.
Imagine this:
A team that takes ownership (without you chasing them).
Systems that actually stick and scale as you step into ownership.
A practice that runs smoothly even when you’re not there yet as the owner.
More profit, more freedom, more peace of mind.
This is what your next chapter as an owner can look like.
Join now and start building the practice (and life) you dreamed of when you decided to step into ownership.
The dream isn’t “someday”—it’s right here, ready when you are.
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Hi! I'm Dr. Terri Pukanich, founder of the Leadership Academy and creator of the Dental BossLady Method who's run a multi-million dollar dental practice for over 20 years.
I LOVE MY JOB. We have 17 ops, 3 dentists. 5 hygienists and 9 dental assistants. We run a well-oiled operation that continues to grow. It's amazing!
But it wasn't always like this.
- I was overworked and completely burnt out.
- I never had enough time for my patients, team, or family.
- I was overwhelmed and ready to quit.
- I was stressed out about the million questions coming at me every single day - I was supposed to have all the answers and yet I had none.
In a last-ditch effort to get things back on track, I hired a coach.
It was life-changing.
I became the CEO of my practice.
I became a dentist other dentists turned to for business advice and guidance.
I can help you - you aren't alone - let's do this together
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In order to qualify you must send me completed all the workbooks from inside the foundations vault, one systems implementation worksheet, plus one completed quarterly planner. You also have to show up live to a minimum of 3 monthly accountability calls.
