Four Major Obstacles to Practice Success

No matter how talented you are or how many hours you spend in your practice, you will never reach the pinnacle of practice success if you are suffering from any of these afflictions: Super Inflated Ego. Being enamoured of your own self-importance and advertising your dental “Superman” skills at every opportunity does not build relationships […]

Bringing in an Associate as a Co-owner

Don’t bargain yourself out of the deal

Prospective purchasers often walk away from a practice purchase because they are unwilling to compromise on a relatively small price difference and, thus, miss the career opportunity of a lifetime. We picked up the following exchange between students and established practitioners in a student forum, posted on the American Academy of Periodontology website, on the […]

Closing the sale: 7 “Must-do’s” to maximize practice value

If you are planning to sell all or a portion of the dental practice here are some tips to turn your valuable practice asset into cash. Allow lots of time. Don’t rush to book the airline tickets to your retirement home in New Zealand. Don’t wait until health problems force your hand. Purchasers are astute. […]

Do you have a practice transition plan?

When you start thinking about the practice succession and bringing another dentist into your practice, you must have a solid transition plan in place. This plan not only helps you spell out your financial and retirement goals but also provides a roadmap for the dentist joining a practice. It is important to share your transition […]