Episode Title
Behind the Deal: Dr. Len Tau’s Path Through Buying and Selling a Private Dental Practice

Description
In this episode of the Independent Dental Practice Podcast, Dr. Sonny Spera sits down with Dr. Len Tau to uncover the realities of buying, building, and ultimately selling a private dental practice. From navigating debt and managing staff to embracing marketing, coaching, and side ventures, Dr. Tau shares his candid journey with lessons that every dentist can learn from. 

Highlights
Dr. Tau walks through his initial practice purchase, the struggles of keeping it afloat, and how he leveraged customer service, marketing, and resilience to turn things around. He discusses how coaching and active listening transformed his approach, and the challenges of balancing staff expectations, debt payments, and growth. His eventual transition out of ownership reveals the tough decisions, financial realities, and timing that made it possible.

Personal Passions
Beyond dentistry, Dr. Tau reflects on his passion for entrepreneurship, networking, and building ventures outside the operatory. His drive to pursue meaningful work outside of clinical practice fueled his decision to retire earlier than planned and invest in other opportunities.

Podcast Vision
This conversation reflects the podcast’s mission: to deliver authentic stories from independent dentists who share their wins, losses, and lessons so others can learn, grow, and make informed choices in their careers.

Takeaways
Listeners will learn the importance of planning ahead, fixing financials before a sale, balancing staff retention with practice growth, and always being prepared to pivot. Dr. Tau’s story underscores that dentistry can open doors beyond clinical care if you’re willing to take risks, learn from setbacks, and follow your passions.

 Connect with Dr. Sonny Spera:
📧 independentdentalpractice@gmail.com

Connect with Dr. Len Tau
📧 len@drlentau.com ___________________________________________________________________

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