“Exit planning isn’t a someday conversation. It’s business planning, and it should’ve started yesterday.” – Angela Golden
Too many dentists hit their limit and think, “I’ll sell when I’m ready.” But the hard truth? Most aren’t ready, and their practice pays the price. In this sobering and empowering episode, Certified Exit Planning Advisor Angela Golden joins Dr. Maggie Augustyn, Dr. Chad Johnson, and Regan Robertson to dismantle the myths around practice exit and show you what it really takes to leave well.
From building value in your team and systems to preparing your family for the unexpected, this episode goes beyond the money. Angela brings personal experience, real-life cautionary tales, and a proven process to help you plan your exit on your terms with your future intact.
You’ll Learn:
• Why 80% of your practice’s value is intangible and how to grow it
• What most doctors overlook until it’s too late
• How to protect your family, team, and legacy from chaos
• Why your spouse needs to be in the room for exit planning
• How emotional clarity drives smarter financial outcomes
• What to do today even if your retirement is 20 years away
Key Reflection Questions for Listeners:
• If I got hit by a bus tomorrow, would my family know what to do with my practice?
• Have I clearly defined what “retirement” means to me beyond just money?
• Is my practice actually set up to sell or just running on hope?
Suggested Next Steps:
• Email Angela at angela@productivedentist.com to request your free Value Gap Assessment
• Include your financial advisor, CPA, and spouse in your next planning conversation
• Reframe your “exit” as a strategic business move, not an emotional goodbye
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