How to Find a Mentor in 5 Seconds Flat! – IC058

‘Mentorship is more important than courses’ - said lots of wise Dentists, and I think they’re right! Do you have a mentor guiding you in your dental career? How do you know if you're making the right clinical decisions? https://youtu.be/5N0kj2YuFtA Watch IC058 on Youtube In this episode, Jaz is joined by Damian Panchal and Shivani Sadani to discuss the power of mentorship in dentistry. They explore why having a mentor can accelerate your growth, boost your confidence, and help you navigate complex cases with ease. They also introduce Intaglio, a brand-new platform designed to connect dentists with experienced mentors—so you can get real-time guidance, solve cases faster, and elevate your practice like never before. Listen in to learn why mentorship might be the best investment you make in your career. Key Takeaways: * Mentorship is essential for professional growth in dentistry. * Post-course support is increasingly important for new dentists. * Real-world experience is crucial for applying theoretical knowledge. * Investing in mentorship can lead to long-term benefits in practice. * Effective mentorship can significantly improve clinical confidence and skills.  * Mentorship is accessible and affordable for all levels. * The value of mentorship lies in its application of knowledge. * Mentors can help navigate career challenges beyond clinical skills. * Relatable mentors can provide the best guidance. * Learning from others' mistakes can save time and effort. Need to Read it? Check out the Full Episode Transcript below! Highlights of this episode: * 00:00 Introduction * 00:48 Introducing Intaglio: A New Mentorship Platform * 01:45 Damian Panchala and Shivani Sedani - Personal Journeys * 04:46 Mentorship Crisis in Dentistry * 11:51 The Role of Social Media and Forums in Mentorship * 17:41 The Value of Paid Mentorship * 21:03 Exploring the Intaglio Platform * 23:44 The Role of Mentors Beyond Clinical Help * 31:05 Intaglio's Vision and Future Plans This episode is not eligible for CPD/CE points, but never fear, there are hundreds of hours of CPD waiting for you on the Ultimate Education Plan, including Premium clinical workthroughs and Masterclasses. Click below for full episode transcript: Teaser: Are people willing to pay for mentorship? Okay. And actually, I think it was very validating because this is already happening in the implant space to a very big degree. Like, okay, I don't know the details there. Maybe you guys do. [Jaz]But if you're someone who's learning to place implants, though, your first X number of implants, you're probably going to make a loss on because you're going to buy all the stuff, buy all the kit,