Excellent feedback to Andy McDougall’s BDA Business Essentials course
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Andy McDougall from Spot On Business Planning.[/caption]On Friday 23 March 2018 the BDA held a Business Essentials ‘What every dental practice owner needs to know’ training course that was met with widespread praise from delegates.Attendees were asked to complete a course evaluation form and 100% said they were satisfied with the event overall and 96% praised dental business coach Andy McDougall, from Spot On Business Planning, for his content and presentation.
BDA spokeswoman Silvia Pramparo said: “Thank you Andy for residing and presenting this second day of the Business Essentials course on Finance and Business Planning. I have analysed the feedback forms and I am pleased to say that they are all very positive and all the attendees seemed to have enjoyed the second day of the course.”
Aims and objectives
Were the educational aims and objectives made clear in advance of the meeting? 100% said yesDo you understand how to assess your business’ current position? 100% said yesCan you now appreciate a range of commercial techniques? 100% said yesCan you consider how these techniques can be applied to your business? 100% said yesCan you appreciate how to drive profitability in your practice? 100% said yesDelegates were asked what they most liked about the business planning course and here are just some of the responses Andy received:
- Actual examples used alongside theory
- Andy presented a different angle to improve business success that resonated with me
- Entertaining presentation
- Hearing about methods for improving profitability of our business
- Very informative with hard-to-reach information made accessible
- Logical sequencing to making business changes
- New ideas of management
- Reinforcing how to calculate & implement to achieve a profitable business
- So informative and knowledgeable – so much to put in place
When asked what the most useful action point delegates would take away from this course, respondents said:
- All of it
- Great course, thank you!
- So much info to take in
- Having monthly account information and monthly one-to-one with staff
- Highlighted where the practice potential is and where there is room for improvement
- The effect of changing various costs can make significant improvement in profits
- To reassess the workings of our business finances and attempt to enhance internal efficiency
- We need to stop and think
If you would like to find out about Andy’s upcoming courses, please email us or call 01949 851723.
Our upcoming events
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BDA Setting up a dental practice
The BDA Setting up a dental practice in-person workshop is a great opportunity for you to gain invaluable support, advice and insider information from expert speakers, including Andy McDougall and Anne-Marie Houston, on how to set out on your own for the first time.
Plan your successful exit
Due to demand, Dental Practice Sale (DPS) is hosting another fantastic opportunity for dentists to join leading industry experts. This free event in central London in October is ideal for dentists keen to plan a successful exit, maximise their exit value and gain tips for a smoother sale.
Join Dental Practice Sale, Spot On Business Planning and AMG Wealth Management on Thursday, October 16 for an informative live event.
The three companies will address key areas of concern to practice owners leading up to a sale, the sale process itself and post-sale aspects.
What should I expect?
- Learn how to maximise your exit value - what are the drivers?
- Understand the benefits of structuring your business ready for exit
- Determine the best point to exit
- Gain insights on the state of the market today
- Consider where your practice sits with the different buyers in the market
- Uncover the details in deal structures
- Be informed about the valuation process & how you can influence it
- Be aware of options pre sale such as EOT, Pre Sale Trusts, significant share holder exemption
- Transition into the next phase of life
- Ensure you run out of life before running out of money (cash forecasting)
- Protect the estate for now and future generations
- Complimentary drinks and buffet from 6.30pm
Location: Great Northern Hotel, King’s Cross St Pancras International Station, Pancras Road, London, N1C 4TB
Date and time: Thursday, October 16 | 18:30 - 21:59
Helping Patients Say Yes Without the Sales Pitch
This webinar is guided and led by your host, Dr. Mark Skimming and as a practicing dentist and business owner himself, Mark brings practical, hands-on insight into what it takes to run and grow a successful dental practice. His guidance ensures that every session is not only rooted in strategy but also highly relevant to the day-to-day realities dental practices face.
What You Will Learn:
- How to adapt communication to different patient personality types
- How to present treatment plans with empathy and clarity
- How to improve acceptance without pushy tactics
Who Is This Webinar For:
Practice owners, associates, and treatment coordinators who want to help more patients say yes to the right care without compromising their values.
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