At Spot On Business Planning, we believe that real progress happens when principals, practice managers, and leadership teams grow together—with the right tools, insights, and support along the way.

In this month's newsletter edition:

• We share a fantastic BDA course that every dental principal and manager should attend.
• We highlight key takeaways from the recent Dental Practice Sale (DPS) event on how to plan for a smooth and successful practice exit.
• And for those of you thinking of starting a squat or know a colleague who is acquiring their first practice—we spotlight the BDA’s Setting up a dental practice workshop.

The BDA course every dental principal and their practice manager should attend

September 12th & October 10th

Led by Andy McDougall and Anne-Marie Houston

If you own a dental practice— or manage one — this focused two-day course is designed to give you the tools, strategies, and confidence to improve your practice’s profitability and performance. No fluff. Just what works.

Day one: Master your numbers (Sept 12^th)

• Understand your balance sheet clearly by lunchtime—no financial background required
• Identify where your profit is leaking and how to fix it
• Learn how pricing, cost management, and efficiency tweaks drive huge financial gains.

Day two: Real-world practice transformation (Oct 10^th)

• Work hands-on with ‘Demo Dental’ — a simulated struggling practice designed to reflect real-world challenges.
• Step-by-step, we’ll show you how to transform financial chaos into clarity.
• Implement strategic pricing adjustments, associate productivity tweaks, and smarter marketing strategies to turn a struggling practice into a thriving business.

Book now: https://www.bda.org/learning/courses-and-events/business-essentials-sep-and-oct-2025/

Planning your successful exit - insights from the latest DPS event

The recent Dental Practice Sale (DPS) event in Surrey brought together a room of experienced dental practice owners for an evening focused on “Planning your successful exit.”

Hosted by DPS, in partnership with us and AMG Wealth Management, the evening offered valuable insights on preparing for a smooth and profitable transition when the time comes to sell your practice.

The session tackled some of the most common — and important — questions owners are asking today:

• When is the right time to sell?
• What other factors do I need to consider?
• How long will the process take?
• Why should I keep working hard if I plan to sell?
• Who is likely to buy my practice?
• What happens to me after the sale?
• How will my deal be structured when I sell?

If any of these questions are on your mind, you're not alone. And the good news? You don't have to navigate this journey alone either.

Book a valuation appointment with DPS today.

Sit down with their expert team for a confidential, one-to-one consultation to understand your goals and help you shape a well-planned, successful exit strategy tailored to your circumstances.

Whether you're considering a sale in the near future or just starting to plan ahead, the right advice can make all the difference.

Call DPS and request your free valuation appointment.

Starting a squat or know someone acquiring their first practice?

Are you thinking of starting a squat practice? Do you know an associate or colleague taking their first steps into practice ownership?

If so, the BDA’s Setting Up a Dental Practice workshop is the perfect starting point.

This practical one-day course is designed to guide new practice owners through everything they need to know about setting up from scratch or buying their first practice—from business planning and financing to compliance and marketing.

• Ideal if you’re planning to start a squat practice
• A great introduction for associates thinking of ownership
• Covers the essentials of buying or setting up a practice for the first time
• Delivered by a panel of industry experts including Andy and Anne-Marie

If you or someone you know could benefit from expert guidance before making this big move, this workshop is an invaluable step in the right direction.

Date: 21^st November

Location: Central London

Find out more and book your place here.

Stay connected with SOBP on social media

Did you know we’re active on social media? Our channels are the perfect way to stay updated, inspired, and informed about the latest developments in dentistry, industry trends, and expert advice tailored just for you.

By following us, you’ll get access to:

• Tips and insights to help grow and optimise your practice.
• Webinar and event updates, so you never miss out on valuable learning opportunities.
• Success stories and testimonials from clients.

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