Private Practice Owners Club
Nathan Shields
Hosted by Nathan Shields who sold his PT clinics for 3x the national average!Do you own a physical therapy practice? If so, you know that running a successful business is no easy feat. There are so many challenges to overcome, from marketing and billing to recruiting, hiring and managing staff. Sometimes it feels like you're a one-man (or woman) army.That's where the Physical Therapy Owners Club podcast with host, Nathan Shields, comes in. We're here to help you know you're not alone. This podcast is meant to help you navigate the challenges of owning a PT practice and achieve greater profits, freedom, and the goals you set forth when you opened your clinc.In each episode, we'll talk to successful physical therapy owners about their experiences and share their insights on how to best run a PT clinic. Here are some examples of the Physical Therapy Owners Club Podcast's Topics & Highlights:1. Unveiling the Secrets of Successful Clinic OwnersWe delve into the minds of highly successful physical therapyclinic owners. Discover the essential traits, habits, and strategies that setthem apart from the competition. Get ready to unlock the secrets to building athriving practice that stands the test of time.2. Mastering the Art of Marketing for PT ClinicsWe bring you marketing gurus who have successfully harnessed thepower of digital and traditional marketing to grow their physical therapybusinesses exponentially. From social media strategies to community outreach,you'll gain valuable insights that will revolutionize your clinic's marketinggame.3. Building a Dream Team: Recruiting, Hiring, and On-Boarding/Training PhysicalTherapists and Top TalentYour team is the backbone of your practice's success. Learn fromHR experts and seasoned clinic owners as they spill the beans on effective recruitingand hiring practices, fostering a positive culture, and retainingtop-notch talent for the long haul.4. Mindset and Leadership for Clinic OwnersThe journey of a physical therapy practice owner is not withoutchallenges. Explore the power of a growth mindset, leadership development, andovercoming common entrepreneurial obstacles to lead your clinic confidentlytoward success.5. Scaling Up: Expanding Your Clinic's FootprintDreaming of expanding your physical therapy business? We’llexplore growth opportunities, opening multiple locations, and franchisingmodels for ambitious clinic owners aiming to take their practices to newmarkets.6. Financial Strategies for Sustainable GrowthFinancial health is critical for the long-term success of anybusiness. Tune in as financial experts share practical tips to manage yourclinic's finances efficiently, navigate insurance complexities, and maximizeprofitability without compromising patient care.7. Embracing Technology for Enhanced Patient CareWith technology advancing at lightning speed, learn how toharness cutting-edge tools, telehealth solutions, and software to optimizepatient outcomes and streamline your clinic's operations. We'll explore thelatest tech trends reshaping the physical therapy landscape.8. Navigating the World of Healthcare LegislationHealthcare legislation can be a maze of complexities thatsignificantly impact your practice's operations and profitability. Joinindustry experts as they break down the latest regulations, provide compliancetips, and share best practices to stay ahead of the curve and optimize yourclinic's performance.9. Nurturing Patient Relationships and Boosting Customer LoyaltyWord-of-mouth marketing remains one of the most potent tools forgrowing your clinic. Discover the art of patient engagement, improving patientexperiences, and cultivating lasting relationships to build a fiercely loyalcustomer base.10. Success Stories: Inspiring Case Studies from PT PracticeOwnersIf you're looking for a podcast that can take your physical therapy practice to the next level, the PT Owners Club wil do it! Join us on Facebook Group, too!
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Nov 23, 2021 • 49min
Reality Episode #6 With Avi Zinn, PT, DPT: Moving Up In Ownership - Meetings, Leadership Development, Marketing Strategies
We have been following the journey of Avi Zinn, PT, DPT of Druid Hills PT in Atlanta, GA, for two years, tracking his growth as a newer clinic owner. At this stage, Avi is out of treatment completely and continues to grow his business. Since the last time Avi has been on the show, he's made some changes for the better – hiring another front desk person, implementing weekly team meetings, and planning for a leadership team. In this episode, Avi discusses with Nathan Shields how he's handled these issues and gives us a peek at what he's looking forward to in 2022.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://ptoclub.com/
Nov 16, 2021 • 1h 6min
Everyone Needs A PT! How To Hire A PT In Current Environment - The PTOClub Roundtable With James Savas, Brian Weidner, And Will Humphreys
Everyone needs a PT! After all, what is your practice without one? Unfortunately, the current pandemic has made it extra hard to find the right PT. So in this episode, four experts gather together to discuss what PT owners need to do to hire their next PT (when everyone else needs one, too). Nathan Shields is with James Savas of HR Professional, Brian Weidner of Career Tree Network, and Will Humphreys from In The Black Billing & Collections. They take the time to instruct what owners need to say, where they need to be, and how they need to present themselves to snag the next rock star PT. Tune into this episode to learn different strategies that you could implement in your hiring process. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://ptoclub.com/
Nov 9, 2021 • 46min
The Solution To The PT's Biggest Problem With Marc Moore, PT
What's the PT's biggest problem? It's finishing documentation. The time and energy it takes to do documentation properly and in a timely manner is a headache that we all must endure. Enter Marc Moore, PT, the owner of Moore Physical Therapy. Marc talks with Nathan Shields about how he found a solution for his clinic. It has changed the lives of his PTs on staff, a benefit that will retain them for a long time. In this episode, he shares the benefits of having a scribe on the team and what that looks like. PT owners would be wise to adopt this practice! Do you want to get rid of your documentation headache? Then you need to tune in to this episode.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://ptoclub.com/
Nov 2, 2021 • 41min
Small Actions That Generate HUGE Results With NeuFit Founder Garrett Salpeter
If you want your business to generate seven figures, all you need is a business differentiator - small actions that can help your business stand out from the competition. Joining Nathan Shields today is Garrett Salpeter, the Founder of NeuFit and the creator of the Neubie, a device that safely sends direct current signals precisely to where a patient is experiencing pain or muscle movement limitations, re-educating the muscles by tapping into the power of the nervous system. Garrett talks about some simple business principles that can help generate HUGE results in your practice. Learn how NeuFit differentiates itself from all the other recovery and training services out there. Plus, discover how to motivate and set goals for your clients so that they will keep coming back for more.Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://ptoclub.com/
Oct 26, 2021 • 14min
Coaching Moment: The ONE Meeting You Must Have Each Year
If there was ONE meeting you should have each year in your business, what would it be? In this episode, Nathan Shields talks about the MOST valuable annual meeting that an owner should have - the Annual Strategy Session. This is the one meeting in which you can step aside from the day-to-day and assess your business as a whole - weak points, strengths, upcoming issues, internal dilemmas, etc. - all at once. The Annual Strategy Session can invigorate you and your team while coming together to determine what items are essential to achieve our goals this year. It’s a highly valuable meeting and a MUST for clinic owners. Listen to this episode to discover tips on how to have successful annual strategy sessions. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://ptoclub.com/
Oct 19, 2021 • 42min
Successful Expansion Via Partnerships With Jeff Sallade, PT, DPT
To succeed, we have to know how to build great relationships. But, how do we do that? Is there a specific process or guideline we can follow? Jeff Sallade, PT, DPT talks about successful expansion of business through partnerships. Jeff and his partner have expanded to more than five clinics in the 10 years they've been open, all with a partnership business model that's allowed their PTs to grow into new leadership roles. In this episode, Jeff shares with us how they've established each partnership as well as some of the details, considerations, and pros and cons to partnerships in general. This episode is a great follow-up to Eric Miller’s discussion just a few episodes earlier, on what to consider when determining if partnerships are right for you. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://ptoclub.com/
Oct 12, 2021 • 35min
Creating Multiple Income Streams From Your Clinic With Eric Miller Of Econologics
Do you know that clinics don't have to be private practice owners' sole source of income? In today's episode, Eric Miller, the Owner and Chief Financial Advisor of Econologics, shares with Nathan Shields the importance of creating multiple income streams and how you can do it. It isn't a sudden shift of capital; instead, it's a steady effort to create wealth from other financial sources, leveraging the clinic's revenues to diversify your wealth. If you follow this episode, you'll witness a dynamic change in your financial future. You wouldn't want to miss out on this opportunity. Tune in!Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://ptoclub.com/
Oct 5, 2021 • 37min
The Biggest Issue Facing New PT's That Owners Need to Be Aware Of With Bart McDonald, PT
Do you know the biggest issue facing new PTs? It's not finding employment or the "right" job that meets their goals. No, their biggest issue tends to be the amount of debt they are burdened with after a long road or scholarship. The average PT comes out of school nowadays with >$150k in student loan debt. Considering the average salaries in out-patient practices, this can be an overwhelming obstacle to stay in the PT niche of their choosing. The episode's guest today is Bart McDonald, the author of Debt-Free PT. Bart talks with Nathan Shields about how he wrote his book to help new PTs and practice owners become aware of the current state of debt and overcome it as a collaborative endeavor. If you want to know more about the major issue most PT graduates face, this episode's for you. Tune in! Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://ptoclub.com/
Sep 28, 2021 • 31min
How To Create Successful Partnerships With Eric Miller Of Econologics
How do you create successful partnerships for your business? Nathan Shields presents Eric Miller, the owner and Chief Advisor of Econologics Financial Advisors. Eric talks with Nathan about specific steps you need to take to put you in the best position to succeed in your partnerships – from aligned purpose and goals to gifting hard equity. Join in the conversation to discover critical steps that need to be taken to ensure you meet both parties' goals and sidestep the potential pitfalls. You wouldn't want to miss this episode! Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here’s How »Join the Physical Therapy Owners Club today:ptoclub.comPhysical Therapy Owners Club FacebookPhysical Therapy Owners Club LinkedInPhysical Therapy Owners Club Twitter
Sep 21, 2021 • 56min
How To Let Go Of Someone Successfully With James Savas
Handling a team is challenging, especially when there are members who don't cooperate. So when push comes to shove, how do you let go of someone? Today, James Savas, the Deputy Chief Executive Officer at Hands-On Diagnostics, breaks down the process for us. James talks with Nathan Shields about how business owners should handle termination or resignation. It begins with mindset, clear reasoning, role-playing, and documentation, documentation, documentation! Taking on the role of leader and holding team members accountable can be difficult, yet it is necessary for the growth of your business. Tune in and let go of someone as clean and simple as possible!Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here’s How »Join the Physical Therapy Owners Club today:ptoclub.comPhysical Therapy Owners Club FacebookPhysical Therapy Owners Club LinkedInPhysical Therapy Owners Club Twitter
