“You’re never going to know unless you just do it.”
In this lively and heartwarming episode, host Cassie Kellner sits down with her niece, Jillian Locvich, to talk about growth, grit, and what it really means to show up. From starting her career in the middle of the pandemic to leading a thriving ortho team by 25, Jillian shares how curiosity, consistency, and coachability helped her break the mold and redefine what Gen Z leadership looks like in dentistry.
Cassie and Jillian unpack generational stereotypes, lessons learned chairside, and how mindset, not age, sets the tone for success. This episode is equal parts real talk, laughter, and inspiration for anyone building their career, mentoring the next generation, or learning to “do it, lady.”
We talk about:→ Jumping into dentistry during the height of COVID→ How mentorship and mindset shape early success→ The myths and truths about Gen Z in the workplace→ Why showing up and staying coachable changes everything
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About Jillian LocvichJillian Locvich, RDA, is a lead orthodontic assistant whose journey from general dentistry to orthodontics is proof that hard work and heart go hand in hand. Known for her positivity, precision, and leadership, she represents the next generation of dental professionals redefining growth, gratitude, and grit in the field.
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Episode Chapters00:00 Welcome + sponsor message01:21 Meet Jillian Locvich + how her journey began05:10 From general dentistry to orthodontics09:25 Gen Z stereotypes and realities in the workplace13:40 Mindset, mentorship + showing up fully18:00 What leadership looks like at 2522:45 Being coachable + building trust on the team27:15 Advice for the next generation of assistants31:00 Rapid-fire fun + final reflections
Topics we explore in this episode include:generational leadership, orthodontic team culture, Gen Z in the workplace, career growth in dentistry, mindset and motivation, leadership development, practice culture, coachable teams!

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