EP 127: How to Build a Successful Side Hustle – With Yohan Thomas
Episode Summary:
In this episode of Practice Growth HQ, I chat with Dr. Yohan Thomas about how he built a successful side hustle alongside his regular dental practice.
Yohan is a prosthodontist and the founder of the Advanced Dentistry Institute. In addition to running his regular dental practice, Yohan has developed an educational institute that offers advanced training, including implant surgery with live patients.
Yohan shares how he saw a gap in the market for practical implant training and turned that into a growing business. He also offers advice on how healthcare professionals can start their own side hustle, balance their time, and avoid common pitfalls.
If you’ve ever thought about starting a side hustle, this episode is packed with insights and practical tips from someone who’s done it!
What you’ll learn:
- (03:09) How spotting a gap in the market opened the door to a new opportunity
- (05:40) Why word of mouth is still one of the best ways to grow a business
- (06:25) Why live patient training is a game-changer in professional education
- (07:31) The secret to a successful business you need to know about.
- (10:38) How to balance running a full-time practice with a side hustle
- (13:24) The biggest challenges of managing a side business (and how to tackle them)
- (17:25) Common pitfalls to avoid when starting out
- (20:01) Why having a mentor can fast-track your success
- (24:41) How to align your side hustle with your passions and strengths.
- (28:10) Why there’s no better time than now to take action on your side hustle
- Plus loads more!
