Today, Dr. Jan Jaffer joins the show to discuss his work as the CEO and CVO of TREC Dental, and why he strives to create socially conscious, value based business in dentistry, health and management. Operating on the principles of teamwork, respect, exceptional dentistry, and continuous growth, Jan and his TREC team run 18 dental clinics in the Calgary area, and they regularly participate in philanthropic endeavors. Jan regularly volunteers with Kindness in Action and Dentistry for All, and he has been on fourteen overseas dental missions.

“Between two dots – really, the value is in that line: the journey.”

“It doesn’t matter what age you are, you have the ability to give back. You have the ability to help people.” - Jan Jaffer

Episode Highlights:

0:57 – Gilbert introduces Jan

2:13 – Jan’s life growing up as the son of a dentist in Canada, how sports and school trips influenced his life

16:20 – how working with a team as an introvert has shaped Jan’s work

17:58 – the ins and outs of Jan’s dentistry, following his father’s footsteps, why he insists on equally shared equity with his business partners

29:55 – a message from our sponsors

31:13 – why Jan is so motivated to volunteer for philanthropic work

41:37 – Jan’s health and wellness regimen

47:48 – why moving away from home at 17 was the biggest challenge that turned into a blessing for Jan

51:51 – the most important lesson that Jan wants to pass on, and what he’s most proud of

55:58 – how you can support Jan’s work and philanthropies in Canada

Connect with Jan and support his work:

LinkedIn: ca.linkedin.com/in/jan-jaffer-5ab70674

Instagram: @dr.trec, @trecdental

TREC Dental

Sponsors of this episode:

Bloom Benefits: www.bloombenefits.ca

Zelos: www.zelosglobal.com

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the hosts and the guests do not necessarily reflect any agency, organization, or affiliated companies