#188- The Artist Formerly Known as Chris Barrow

Dental business coach Chris Barrow’s direct manner has earned him comparisons to a certain divisive fermented yeast spread.   In this week’s episode, Chris looks back candidly on a long career as one of dentistry’s proto-coaches and best-recognised speakers, reflecting on the profound personal transformation taking place as he approaches his seventh decade.   Chris also chats about dealing with practice politics and resistance to change and what coaches can learn from the stories of religious prophets.    Plus, stay tuned to hear Chris give the most concise rapid-fire summary of the current state of play in UK dentistry you’ll ever hear!   Enjoy! In This Episode 02.21 - Marmite 19.25 - Self-actualisation 26.48 - Darkest moments 38.31 - Discovering dentistry 50.24 - Practice politics 01.03.34 - Getting results 01.14.13 - Key skills 01.24.23 - Blackbox thinking 01.28.56 - Coaching and karma 01.33.27 - Two Reds 01.40.15 - Public speaking 01.42.26 - State of the Nation address 01.50.02 - Health, wellness and longevity 01.55.30 - Last days and legacy 01.56.46 - Fantasy dinner party About Chris Barrow Chris Barrow is a prolific speaker and the founder and director of the Extreme Business Academy coaching and consultancy programme.    Over a career spanning almost three decades, he has worked with some of the UK’s leading dental practices and organisations    Chris is also the host of the dental business development podcast, Two Reds are Better Than One.