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The Day One's Podcast
Day One's Podcast
Welcome to the Day One's Podcast! I'm Dr. Hardik Chodavadia, and along with my lifelong friend and college roommate, Dr. Mukund Patel, we're diving deep into the world of mindset, self-help, and personal growth. As dentists who've experienced the highs and lows of both our professional and personal lives, we're here to share our stories, the lessons we've learned, and the challenges we've faced. Join us for honest conversations, practical …
Episodes
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The Day One's Podcast · Aug 17, 2026
Remove the Dependency, Not Just Delegate It
The fastest way to reclaim your time isn’t better delegation—it’s removing the dependency on you entirely. Hardik and Muk unpack why delegating backfires without systems in place, showing practice owners, dentists, and busy parents …
21:05The Day One's Podcast · Aug 11, 2026
How We Put Family First—and Built a Stronger Business Because of It
In this episode, Hardik and Mook share personal turning points, including parenting milestones, the strain of always being available, and what it took to step back from expansion when the business became too mentally …
49:15The Day One's Podcast · Aug 3, 2026
Trusting the Wrong Person Nearly Cost Us Everything
In this episode, Hardik and Muk share hard-earned lessons about trust, hiring, and the hidden dangers of putting the wrong person in the wrong role. They open up about how one toxic team member …
18:19The Day One's Podcast · Jul 20, 2026
The Mental Bandwidth Crisis: Why Your Business Growth Might Be Sabotaging You
Did you know that your business success can impede success in other areas? Today, Muk and Hradik dive into knowing when to stop. Most entrepreneurs get caught up chasing more offices, bigger revenue, and …
20:23The Day One's Podcast · Jun 25, 2026
How Simple Customer Service Systems Can Transform Your Business
Muk and Hardik discuss how customer service, consistency, and simple systems can help a business grow. They explain the value of training staff, documenting processes, and communicating with empathy. The episode shows how small …
15:22The Day One's Podcast · Jun 5, 2026
The 6-Point System That Doubled Recall Appointments
In this episode, Hardik and Muk discuss their experiences as dental practice owners, focusing on the challenges and strategies involved in patient recall systems. They explore the importance of cleaning up patient lists to …
26:08The Day One's Podcast · Apr 28, 2026
From Overwhelmed to Automated: Using AI as Your Secret Growth Weapon
Stop letting AI overwhelm you and start making it your secret weapon. Hosts Mukund Patel and Hardik Chodavadia break down how to move from "tech-timid" to "AI-driven" using simple, real-world automations for marketing, reviews, …
12:27The Day One's Podcast · Apr 10, 2026
The Simplicity Prescription
Many businesses don't have a growth problem — they have a complexity problem. In this episode, we break down why adding more tools, systems, and structures often makes things worse, not better. Drawing from …
20:31The Day One's Podcast · Mar 20, 2026
Solving Business Problems: Beyond Outsourcing
In this episode of the Day Ones Podcast, Mukund Patel and Hardik Chodavadia dive into the common pitfalls of outsourcing business problems and the importance of taking ownership. They share personal stories and insights …
27:31The Day One's Podcast · Mar 12, 2026
AI Is Revolutionizing Financial Management for Dental Practices
In this episode, Hardik and Muk explore how AI is transforming financial management for dental practices. Hardik shares how AI-driven analysis turns complex financial data into clear, actionable insights, helping practice owners make smarter …
17:38The Day One's Podcast · Feb 6, 2026
The Secret Weapon Small Practices Use to Compete with Big Dental Groups
On this episode, Hardik and Muk break down the secret weapon helping small dental practices compete with large dental groups: AI-driven financial analysis.They explore how practice owners can turn complex financial data into clear, …
20:38The Day One's Podcast · Jan 20, 2026
Pushing Boundaries: The Power of Doing More
In this episode of the Day One's Podcast, hosts Hardik and Muk dive into the challenges and triumphs of balancing life as business owners, fathers, and leaders. They explore the concept of capacity, how …
17:14The Day One's Podcast · Jan 9, 2026
Hands-On Leadership: Mastering Business from the Inside Out
In this insightful episode, hosts Hardik and Muk delve into the critical importance of being hands-on in their businesses. They explore the necessity of learning new skills and understanding every facet of their operations, …
32:14The Day One's Podcast · Dec 5, 2025
The Art of Letting Go: Success Without Forcing
Today Muk and Hardik discuss the importance of not forcing outcomes in both personal and professional life. They explore the subtle difference between working hard and forcing results, emphasizing the value of patience, building …
40:28The Day One's Podcast · Nov 28, 2025
The Power of Core Values in Business and Life
In this episode, Hardik and Muk dive into the significance of core values in both business and personal life. They share their experiences in redefining the core values of their respective offices, emphasising the …
25:36The Day One's Podcast · Nov 21, 2025
When Patience Outperforms Pressure
On today’s episode, Muk and Hardik dive into the idea of not forcing outcomes, whether in your career, relationships, or personal goals. They explore the fine line between doing the work and pushing too …
40:28The Day One's Podcast · Nov 14, 2025
Shouvik Magic
Today, we sit down with Dr. Shouvik Ponnusamy, co-founder of Neva Dental Specialities and founder of Toothsome. The discussion delves into the challenges and innovations in dental care, particularly focusing on the inefficiencies of …
1:14:23The Day One's Podcast · Nov 7, 2025
The Value of Complaining and Perspective
On today’s episode, Hardik and Mukund dive into the art of complaining — when it’s okay, when it’s not, and how it shapes our mindset. They share personal stories from their upbringings, revealing how …
30:42The Day One's Podcast · Oct 31, 2025
Reimagining Healthcare Through AI
In this episode, Dr Hardik and Dr Mukund sit down with Justin Zhou, the visionary co-founder of Avora, to explore how AI, innovation, and design thinking are reshaping the world of dental care. What …
33:15The Day One's Podcast · Jul 7, 2025
The Day One's Podcast - Success Is Simple. But Not Easy
SummaryIn this conversation, Hardik and Mukund explore the themes of success, consistency, simplicity, and the importance of relationships in personal growth. They emphasize that success does not have to be complicated and that maintaining …
34:35The Day One's Podcast · May 12, 2025
The Day One’s Podcast – Parenthood, Productivity, and Purpose: A Deep Dive with Dr. Avi Patel
In this episode of Day One's podcast, hosts Hardik Chodavadia and Mukund Patel welcome Dr. Avi Patel to discuss his journey from aspiring NBA player to successful dentist and entrepreneur. The conversation explores themes …
54:49The Day One's Podcast · May 2, 2025
The Day One’s Podcast – Embrace the Bots: ChatGPT, AI, and the Future of Work
In this conversation, Hardik Chodavadia and Mukund Patel explore the transformative impact of AI, particularly tools like ChatGPT, on personal and professional life. They discuss common fears surrounding AI, such as job replacement, and …
31:21The Day One's Podcast · Apr 25, 2025
From Comfort to Growth: Dr. Nikhil Reddy on Intentional Living and Leadership
In this episode of the podcast, hosts Hardik and Mukund welcome Dr. Nikhil, a dental professional and entrepreneur. They discuss Nikhil's journey in dentistry, the importance of support systems, and the balance between comfort …
47:06The Day One's Podcast · Mar 28, 2025
Sound & Soul: Aditya Rao on Passion, Pressure, and Purpose
In this engaging podcast episode, Hardik Chodavadia and Mukund Patel welcome their friend Aditya Rao, a Grammy-nominated singer, to discuss his journey in the music industry. Aditya shares insights on his evolving definition of …
55:05The Day One's Podcast · Mar 14, 2025
The Day One’s Podcast: From Accounting to Real Estate Success with Jon Chan
In this engaging conversation, Hardik Chodavadia and Mukund interview Jon Chan, a former accountant turned successful real estate investor. Jon shares his journey from struggling in school to finding his passion in real estate, …
46:13The Day One's Podcast · Feb 26, 2025
The Day One's Podcast - Your Standards Are Your Success
It’s not your goals. It’s not your dreams. It’s the standards you’re willing to tolerate.In the latest episode of the Day Ones podcast, we break down the brutal truth: Your standards determine your results. …
28:24The Day One's Podcast · Jan 31, 2025
The Day One's Podcast - The Journey to Success
In this episode of the Day One Podcast, hosts Hardik and Mukund discuss the importance of motivation, getting started, and the journey of personal and professional growth. They emphasize that success is not about …
25:16The Day One's Podcast · Jan 20, 2025
The Day One's Podcast - Fear of Judgement
In this episode of the Day Ones Podcast, Mukund and Hardik discuss the challenges of applying knowledge from books to their business, the cringe factor of self-promotion, and the importance of taking action despite …
27:27The Day One's Podcast · Jan 10, 2025
The Day One's Podcast - Living With Meaning
In this episode, Hardik and Mukund explore the profound themes of meaning and purpose in life. They share personal stories about their journeys to find fulfillment, the importance of family and spirituality, and how …
28:35The Day One's Podcast · Dec 23, 2024
The Day One's Podcast - It Takes a Village
In this episode, Hardik and Mukund discuss their journey towards personal and business growth, emphasizing the importance of community, masterminds, and positive influences. They share their experiences with coaching, the impact of supportive networks, …
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