The Leadership Thread (TLT) proudly launches the Moonshot Program—a proven system designed to drive growth while creating life balance. New members typically see 18 to 24% growth in their first 90 days. But it’s more than just growth—it’s sustainable momentum: patient-centric, referral-driven, and powered by today’s AI tools.
After years of shaping smiles and mentoring dental professionals, the founders of The Leadership Thread (TLT) recognized a need for the Moonshot Program: a place where aspiring specialists take control of their careers and redefine what’s possible in specialty care.
In the Words of Moonshot Program Members
Dr. Jessica Swoboda was already highly respected, clinically strong, consistently busy, and financially healthy. She was not trying to build multiple locations or aggressively scale production. Her goal was more personal and intentional: continue practicing at a high level for the next 10–15 years while creating a more sustainable business and lifestyle.
When Dr. Jane Chadwick purchased a long-established periodontal practice in a small North Carolina community, she inherited a successful business with a loyal referral base and strong clinical reputation. Yet as patient demand continued to increase, it became clear that many of the systems driving the practice had been built for a different time—and a different doctor.
Dr. Mahogany Miles was at a pivotal chapter in her practice’s journey. As the only periodontist in her county, she had built a respected practice that consistently produced around $1.2 million annually. At the same time, she had just completed a major relocation into a larger, newly renovated facility with expanded surgical capacity—creating tremendous opportunity, but also introducing new operational demands.
Dr. Jon Fu had already built an impressive trajectory of growth – his endodontic practice was expanding across multiple locations, adding associate doctors, acquiring practices, and serving an increasingly large referral network. The opportunities were significant – but so was the complexity that accompanied them.
Dr. Emily Schmalz already had what many specialists want — a strong referral base and a busy periodontal practice. But behind the growth, the practice was beginning to feel overwhelmed.
Dr. Tomala entered The Leadership Thread as a highly productive endodontist running a busy practice built around accessibility, speed, and strong referral relationships. Like many specialists, he had spent years working five clinical days per week to remain available for emergencies and protect referral relationships from growing DSO competition.
He found himself trapped in a familiar cycle: when production slowed down, marketing and referral outreach became the priority. But once the schedule filled back up, growth efforts faded into the background as the team became consumed clinically once again.
Dr. Shakir already had a strong clinical reputation, a growing periodontal practice, and deep commitment to patient care. But behind the scenes, the practice had become too dependent on her personally…
“I used to lead by feel. Now I have structure—and the right people to help me carry it forward. That’s what will sustain this practice.”
“The Moonshot isn’t about me working harder—it’s about building leaders, building systems, and letting those drive the growth. That’s what’s going to take us to the next level.”
“We’re just getting started. It’s exciting to see the numbers, but even more exciting to see the team engaged and the systems finally working. We feel like we’re building something real—and sustainable.”
“The best part is that the tools actually reflect what we’re doing. Every time we hit a goal, it’s confirmation. These tools have allowed me to be a spouse, a mother, and a very successful practitioner—without compromising any aspect of my professional or personal life.”
“I didn’t think there was another level—but there is. And it’s better than I imagined. The clarity, the tools, the community—it’s not about working harder. It’s about leading with more purpose and feeling more alive in what we do.”
“You’re constantly moving from patient to patient, putting out fires, and struggling to find time to focus on growing your practice. The thought of stepping away from clinical duties feels impossible — yet you know something has to change.
By adopting a startup mindset, committing to excellence, and investing in strategic talent allowed us to unlock growth and opportunities we’ve never experienced before.”
“I didn’t need to wait for everything to be perfect. Moonshot showed me that when you lead with clarity and purpose, the right people and momentum follow. The energy is contagious—and the growth is real.”
Dr. Brittany Lane, a young periodontist in Indiana, is raising three small children—one just a year old—while running a busy specialty practice. Her husband, a general dentist, runs two dental practice separately. Brittany’s own practice had been growing steadily, but she found herself on cruise control: stuck in the day-to-day doing, constantly fighting to find balance.
“When I came back from The Moonshot Workshop, I told my team—referrals matter. And I just started showing up differently. Honestly, it’s wild. My husband asked me, ‘How did you grow so much?’ And I told him: I stopped coasting. I got present. I got clear. And I started leading.”
When a dental practice grounds its strategy in shared values, honors its people, and never loses sight of its patients—scaling becomes not only possible but deeply meaningful.
In one of the most competitive markets in the country, Dr. Josh Mondlick wasn’t content to maintain—he was determined to lead. Already producing at a high level, he knew growth wouldn’t come from effort alone. It would require systems, clarity, and a mindset shift from maintaining success to designing it.
