You Didn’t Sign Up to Be a Manager… But Here You Are

You’re great at what you do. You didn’t climb the ranks because you wanted to manage people—you got there because you’re competent, reliable, and probably a bit too good at fixing problems.

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Now, you’re leading a team, juggling recruitment headaches, dealing with difficult conversations, and constantly wondering, “Am I doing this right?”

Most practice managers and owners never get proper leadership training—we’re expected to just figure it out. It’s frustrating, exhausting, and let’s be honest, a bit lonely.

YOU'RE NOT ALONE

The Good News? Leadership is a Skill—And You Can Learn It

That’s exactly why I created Great Boss Bootcamp. This isn’t another management course full of generic theory and corporate nonsense.

It’s a practical, no-fluff training programme designed for people like you— busy, accidental leaders who want to lead confidently, build a great team, and make their practice run smoothly (without losing their mind).

IS THE BOOTCAMP RIGHT FOR YOU?

This programme isn’t for everyone, but we could be a good fit if 2-3 of these describe your situation:

  • You’re a Practice Owner or Manager, juggling the endless demands of leadership.

  • You’re an Associate stepping into practice ownership, about to take on a whole new set of challenges.

  • Recruitment is a nightmare—finding great people is tough, and keeping them feels even harder.

  • You’re constantly facing pay rise requests and ultimatums, and it’s wearing you down.

  • A few toxic team members are draining your time, energy, and patience.

  • You feel like everything falls on you, but when you try to delegate, it somehow ends up back on your plate.

If any of this sounds familiar, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to figure it all out by yourself. Bootcamp can help.

Here’s How Bootcamp Works

  • Short, powerful modules – covering real challenges like recruitment, team motivation, handling tricky conversations, and getting people to actually do what they say they will.

  • Weekly support calls – because sometimes you just need to talk things through with someone who gets it.

  • Simple, practical tools – no 100-page manuals, just straightforward techniques you can use today.

IT'S EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO LEAD WELL - WITHOUT THE WAFFLE

What My Members Say:

  • “I wasn’t sure at first if Bootcamp was for me, but honestly, it’s been transformational. Mark’s practical advice, the support from the group, and the tools he shared have made a huge difference.” – Nicola

  • “I don’t know everything that goes on in this business anymore—and that’s a good thing. It’s improved my mental health dramatically.” – Susan

  • “The Bootcamp gave me the confidence and clarity I needed to lead effectively. I’m in a completely different place now.” – Louise

There's three specific things we work on:

  • Defining and building a positive culture that everyone loves to be a part of

  • Creating, developing, deploying and building a team of leaders who take things off your plate, and understand what’s important

  • Honing your skills, confidence and effectiveness as a leader, so you feel less stressed and more in control

If you would like to see if this would work for you, why not book a quick 15-minute call with me?

The Bootcamp investment is £2,100, or 5 monthly payments of £500 (inc VAT where applicable).

You don’t have to struggle through this alone. Book a call today and get the support, structure, and strategies to lead with confidence.

Book your 15 minute Strategy Call

Here’s how the call works: we’ll discuss what you’re dealing with, and by the end of the call, you’ll walk away with a solid 3-step plan to move forward. If it feels like the right fit, I can also explain how I might be able to support you further.

SCHEDULE YOUR CALL TODAY - AND LET'S GET STARTED

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I’ve Been Where You Are

I know what it’s like to lead in tough times—to be thrown into a leadership role and expected to just know what to do. To feel the weight of responsibility without always feeling equipped for it.

For 15 years, I lived and worked in East Africa, leading an international development charity and eventually stepping up as CEO. We ran multiple programmes, including a social enterprise and a full-service private dental practice—so I understand the pressures of leading a team, managing a business, and trying to keep everything (and everyone) moving forward.

I Didn’t Have All the Answers—But I Had Support

I didn’t figure it out alone. I had mentors, coaches, and a whole lot of trial and error. With the right guidance (and plenty of mistakes along the way), I learned how to lead—and, just as importantly, how to see myself as a leader.

Now, I Help Others Do the Same

For over 20 years, I’ve led teams, developed my leadership skills, and worked specifically within dentistry to help practice owners and managers step into leadership with confidence. Everything I’ve learned—the practical strategies, the mindset shifts, the shortcuts that actually work—I’ve distilled into an accessible, no-nonsense programme designed for people like you.

You don’t have to figure it all out alone.

Let’s make leadership easier.

Mark Topley 🧡

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