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Heather Wilmore: Building & Letting Go
Building & Letting Go: Heather’s Dental Practice & Exit Journey On this episode of Only Finance, Minh talks with Heather about her journey building a dental practice from the ground up—and what it looks like to prepare for an exit after years of growth. Heather shares what it was like starting her practice in her 30s in a male-dominated field, building a specialized niche, and how that same specialization has created challenges in the sale process. She also opens up about the emotional side of letting go, including patient care, team stability, stress, and the responsibility she still feels even as she prepares to transition out. They also discuss what surprised her most, how her perspective on peace of mind has changed, and how she feels about the sale today. In this episode, you’ll learn about: Starting and growing a dental practice in your 30s Building a niche practice and its impact on exit planning The emotional weight of selling a healthcare business Balancing patients, staff, and personal well-being during transition Heather’s honest thoughts on stepping away Tune in to hear the real story behind building something successful—and the challenges of knowing when and how to let it go.





