Excellent feedback to Andy McDougall’s BDA Business Essentials course
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Join dental business coach Andy McDougall from Spot On Business Planning for his business essentials courses at the BDA[/caption]On two Fridays in October 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 100% praised dental business coach Andy McDougall, from Spot On Business Planning, for his content, which they rated either excellent (82%) or good (18%). His presentation was given further praise with 81% rating it excellent and 19% good.
Aims and objectives
- Were the educational aims and objectives made clear in advance of the meeting? 95% said yes
- Do you understand how to assess your business’ current position? 98% said yes
- Can you now appreciate a range of commercial techniques? 100% said yes
- Can you consider how these techniques can be applied to your business? 100% said yes
- Can you appreciate how to drive profitability in your practice? 100% said yes
Delegates were asked what they most liked about the business planning course and here are just some of the responses Andy received:
- Direct language and actions
- Energetic and clear explanation of a subject that could easily be very hard going
- Explanation of accountancy principles and how to apply them in dentistry
- Interesting and relevant topic in which we get no training at dental school
- Listening to Andy and his jokes J. Very inspirational and motivating
- Made me apply scenarios at my own practice
- Good presentation and logical approach and format
- Relevant and lots of ideas for scrutinising my business
When asked what the most useful action point delegates would take away from this course, respondents said:
- Andy’s number
- How to read a set of accounts
- The 4 stages involved in business planning
- Having to delve deeper into the numbers to understand why
- Copy of the presentation
- Knowing how to interpret accounts better and the large impact subtle changes can bring about
- Strategy is important – profit increases are possible without spending
- Thanks a lot Andy and Anne-Marie – very useful information as always
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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