Endo Voices

In this episode of Endo Voices, host Dr. Marcus Johnson sits down with New York Times bestselling author and leadership coach Ryan Leak, keynote speaker at the American Association of Endodontists AAE 2025 Annual Meeting in Boston, for a candid and thought-provoking conversation on leadership, self-awareness, and personal growth. Ryan challenges listeners to ask one transformative question: What is it like to be on the other side of me? From patient experience and team culture to feedback, ego, and intentional living, this discussion offers powerful insights for endodontists navigating leadership inside and outside the operatory.Ryan shares real-world stories—from managing feedback and mental fitness to embracing failure, lifelong learning, and purposeful decision-making—that resonate deeply with clinicians and practice leaders alike. This episode explores how small shifts in mindset can create meaningful impact, helping endodontists lead with clarity, empathy, and confidence while building pra