Podcasts about Podiatry

3D printing is no longer a future concept in podiatry. It's already reshaping how clinics think about orthotics, turnaround times, and control over their systems. In this episode of the Podiatry Legends Podcast, I'm joined by returning guest Kieran Carew from Foot Health Orthotics FIT4U, to unpack what's really happening with 3D printed orthotics inside podiatry clinics. Kieran brings a unique perspective, combining decades of experience in orthotics with a background in engineering and biomechanics. We explore the practical realities of bringing 3D printing in-house, including setup, training, calibration, CAD design, and the importance of education. This isn't a glossy tech discussion. It's an honest look at what works, what doesn't, and why technology without understanding can quickly become a headache. We also dive into the business side of the conversation. Reduced lab fees, faster turnaround times, improved margins, and greater control over the orthotic process are all on the table. We discuss why more clinics are rethinking their reliance on traditional lab and how visible technology in a clinic can even influence patient engagement and orthotic uptake. If you've been curious about 3D printing but unsure where it fits in your clinic, this episode will give you clarity. If you're at a point where you're thinking about systems, scalability, margins, or simply running a calmer, more profitable clinic, you're welcome to reach out and talk with me. There's no pressure, no pitch. Just a conversation to see if coaching is the right next step for you. You'll find my details at www.tysonfranklin.com, and as always, all the links from today's episode are in the show notes at www.podiatrylegends.com. Check out my YouTube channel, Tyson E Franklin, to watch the video of today's episode.  Facebook Group: Podiatry Business Owners Club  Have you grabbed a copy of one of my books yet?  2014 – It's No Secret There's Money in Podiatry  2017 – It's No Secret There's Money in Small Business  

Re-releasing a DAT listener favorite! The Dental A-Team is joined by Dr. Nate Tilman! Fascinating history aside (read his bio below), Dr. Tilman talks with Kiera about his unique dental practice situation, how he's managed to merge five different practices into his own, and a strategy for doing so. He also speaks to the shifting of culture in his practice, what it took for him to recognize, and the success it's brought. More on Dr. Tilman: Originally from Salisbury, Maryland, Dr. Tilman attended Wake Forest University for his undergraduate degree. He was awarded his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Maryland where he graduated Summa Cum Laude in 2001. Dr. Tilman served in the U.S. Navy Dental Corps for four years, including two years forward deployed aboard USS Ashland (LSD 48). Following his military service, Dr. Tilman moved to Newport, Rhode Island, in 2007 and opened Newport Family and Cosmetic Dentistry. He has had the pleasure to work with an amazing team and amazing patients in creating a state-of-the art, caring, and comfortable dental practice. His commitment to incorporating advanced technologies and techniques allows Dr. Tilman and his team to provide dental treatment in fewer visits and more comfortably than with traditional techniques. Episode resources: Subscribe to The Dental A-Team podcast Schedule a Practice Assessment Leave us a review Transcript: speaker-0 (00:05) Hey everyone, welcome to the Dental A Team podcast. I'm your host, Kiera Dent, and I have this crazy idea that maybe I could combine a doctor and a team member's perspective, because let's face it, dentistry can be a challenging profession with those two perspectives. I've been a dental assistant, treatment coordinator, scheduler, filler, office manager, regional manager, practice owner, and I have a team of traveling consultants where we have traveled to over 165 different offices coaching teams. Yep, we don't just understand you, we are you.   Our mission is to positively impact the world of dental. And I believe that this podcast is the greatest way I can help elevate teams, grow VIP experiences, reduce stress, and create A-Teams. Welcome to the Dental A Team Podcast.   Hello, Dental A Team listeners. This is Kiera and you guys. I love podcasts where I get to bring on offices that I just think are fantastic. So this is an office that we have worked with in the Dental A Team. Also fun fact, he is in the smallest state in the entire United States. So you all know me and my state traveling. His state is one of my hardest states to get to every year, because it's so tiny and it's so far away from me. But he's just one of the best people I've ever met. He's an incredible leader, incredible dentist, incredible just   good human. So I'm so glad and so excited to welcome Dr. Nate Tilman to the show. How are you today, Nate?   speaker-1 (01:27) I am great. Thank you. Thank you. I'm super excited to be here. ⁓ as you know, I've been a fan of the podcast for, know, pretty much since you started. And it's kind of like, it's kind of surreal being, you know, being on, being on the podcast. So I appreciate, appreciate the offer.   speaker-0 (01:44) Well, I love it. love to one it's fun. Thank you for being a podcast fan I mean it's almost coming up on three years of the podcast since we created it and I never would have thought that the podcast could connect me with such cool people so one thank you for being a podcast listener and two things are just being a rad person I I liked the podcast has become a fun passion project for me to meet people to hear their stories   So I kind of alluded to it. You're also doing something similar to Dr. Dave Mogadon, who was on the podcast about those chart ⁓ mergers and buyouts that's kind of helped with your growth, but kind of just tell the listeners like how you even got into dentistry and kind of what your growth trajectory has been, just so they kind of know as a background to today's podcast.   speaker-1 (02:28) Yeah, I'll try not to ramble too much about it. yeah, I went to always wanted to do something in healthcare. My grandfather was a public health physician is a big inspiration for me. So kind of I think it's midway through college decided dentistry is gonna be a really good fit, you know, for a number of reasons. Went to University of Maryland for dental school, loved it decided to stay in general dentistry for   you know, all the variety of what we do. was on a Navy scholarship, so I was able to spend the first four years as a practicing dentist in the Navy. ⁓ Two years I was on a ship as the only dentist. So it was a really good, didn't realize like how helpful an experience that was for like running us an organization, even though it was an organization of three.   speaker-0 (03:14) Yeah, but I also feel like let's just talk about the Navy real fast because I didn't know this about you and my husband and I were literally talking probably two days ago and he said I don't think I ever could do the Navy like put me on a ship with these people for so long and dump me in the middle of the ocean like nowhere to go no hiking like what do you even do? How how was that? feel like more than anything it would teach you mental stamina is what I think I would learn from being on the Navy. But how was it for you? Maybe maybe you guys go swimming every day. I don't know like what do you do all day?   speaker-1 (03:43) Definitely not at all. it was, the two years on the ship was very, it's a super unique experience. And we were a small ship, 400 sailors. We transported Marines. So I was responsible for pretty much 400 patients. had, it was me, I had an administrative assistant and I had two dental technicians that could do some basic hygiene, not a hygienist, but it was me. ⁓   So having to learn like managing supplies and, know, managing appointments and all of that stuff. But the unique thing as a, as a dentist, and mean, this is one year out of a, you know, my GPR. still I was safe, but didn't really know necessarily all what I was doing, but I love to get myself out of jams because middle of the ocean, like. Mid procedure. I'm not going to be the guy calling a helicopter, you know, you got to work through it. So.   speaker-0 (04:40) They're like awesome because it's gonna push your limits and you've got to just figure it out Which I think so many dentists when they do own they don't learn that stamina that stress like hey, it's you figure it out But you're like the odds are even stacked more you're in the middle of the ocean and I mean it would been a pretty cool story for me maybe not for you to hear like a helicopter to come get a patient because you botched a root canal or something like you'd have to figure that out, but that that doesn't definitely up your odds of intensity   for sure being out there and nobody else is there to help you. You're the man. You got to figure it all out.   speaker-1 (05:13) Yeah. And I think it's, while it would have been nice to, you know, if I'd had a situation like, know, where I had a mentor, another dentist I was working with, you know, to be able to bail out, like it have been helpful, but it really, it did, it gave me a lot of, a lot of confidence, um, you know, early on for like, can work my way through this. And then also like what things I don't want to do. Cause I don't want to get stuck in that position again. Yeah. And it was, and yeah, while I didn't have to helicopter anybody out, one of the things I did do, and I don't think at the time, nobody had ever really.   speaker-0 (05:34) True.   speaker-1 (05:42) done it from a small ship or the even smaller ships around us that there were two times where people had some dental emergencies that I was able to fly out to their ship and take care of them.   speaker-0 (05:52) No way. Well, you do have like built in planes. You travel anywhere. So it's like quick, like fly you in, but that's crazy. Cause you ma I can't even imagine the stress that those poor other dentists were feeling of like we're in the middle of here. Like what am I supposed to do? ⁓ I guess call someone else. So, I mean, we talk about dentistry and I've said this so many times, like, feel like dental practices are like these solo islands out there. All y'all just kind of hang in your own area. You literally were in the middle of the ocean flying solo.   speaker-1 (06:22) Yeah. That's crazy. It was fun. There wasn't a ton of dentistry to do. I, know, cool thing with the Navy, they give you other jobs. So I became an air traffic controller. So I was in charge of, you know, all of the flight operations on the ship. so between that and dentistry, it me pretty busy. And then I played a of video games, you know,   speaker-0 (06:41) I'm like, I would be pulling pranks. mean, just throughout COVID, my husband, he makes fun of me. I feel like a roaming tiger in these four walls of our house. Like sometimes I'm like, just let me out of here. Like I can't even handle it. I'm like, I gotta go for a run. I gotta go for a hike that I can't even imagine being on a ship. would be like, I know I'd be pulling pranks on every single person on that ship and just like running for my life. Cause I probably would torment everybody, but air traffic control that like you really went for all the things, Nate, dentistry and air traffic controller.   What don't they say those are the top two suicide jobs? Like you really went for the whole extreme there. Nice job.   speaker-1 (07:15) Well, that's that's like when they selected me to go to the school for our traffic control. What are you guys trying to tell me? You already know I'm a dentist.   speaker-0 (07:23) Gosh, that's crazy. So you were in the Navy and then you went, got out of the Navy. Did you go straight to private practice? Did you go in and be an associate?   speaker-1 (07:32) So I was an associate for a year, still in the Virginia Beach area and then moved to Rhode Island. My wife is, we met in college, I'm two years older, so she was awesome for following me around. then, ⁓ so when she was done with her residency, she's from New England, so we kinda, that's where we looked up here. And I'll tell you, Virginia Beach area, super easy to get a job as an associate, tons of positions around, I figured it'd be the same thing coming up here and there was nothing.   speaker-0 (08:00) mean,   Rhode Island is like the size of a dot on a map. I mean, it's itty bitty, which I makes you a celebrity just because you live there. Like, not many people even live there, so.   speaker-1 (08:11) Yeah, it's in and it's there's there's a number of dentists, but it's it's all solo guys and it's tough like restricted covenants. You know you get a two mile radius. That's the whole state.   speaker-0 (08:21) Exactly   exactly that is you definitely have to look at your associate ships of their contracts really closely Otherwise, you might be booting out of that state just because like you said two mile radius is not far in Rhode Island   speaker-1 (08:34) Not at all. So I ended up having an opportunity to a it's like a four operatory practice, like three, I think two and a half, three days a week. The guy was definitely like on the decline of practice. So jumped into that, had no idea what I was doing. And then six months later, was approached by another dentist who was moving from the area. I think it was a family thing too. And he was having trouble getting somebody to buy   his practice Rhode Island. It's not many dentists moved to the state for a number of reasons. So again, I was still trying to figure out how I was paying my initial loan and how I was running this practice or whatever. the opportunity to buy, to merge this, the patient base. So I did that and it was definitely the best thing I did because it brought in a whole new group of patients. I was able to go from like two and a half days a week to four days a week.   I was able to add another hygienist at the time. so it wasn't super intentional, but the growth was happening. just kind of fell in my lap. I'm like, I'll do this. And looking back, it is where I realized what a good thing it was.   speaker-0 (09:48) For sure. And I hope people listening, ⁓ I am a firm believer that opportunity doesn't always knock on the door and say, I'm opportunity. Sometimes it looks like pure chaos. Sometimes it's stretching you beyond. Sometimes it's really just showing up. I remember the day that I was asked to work with DSI as a consultant. Guys, I had one consulting client before Mark asked me to be a consultant. And overnight, I had 45 clients in my lab. I didn't know what the heck I was doing. But I people listening realize like,   For you, you're struggling. just bought your practice. Don't know what you're doing. Yes, you've had quite a bit of experience, but at the same time, running a practice is very different than being an associate or I'm sure even in the Navy. And so now, and then, hey, by the way, there's all this other patient base wanting to come in. And I love that you just, jumped, you took that opportunity. And I think again, so many times in life, opportunities show up. It's just a matter of, we willing to take them and figure it out or are we too scared and just let them pass by? ⁓   You brought those patients in and you were mentioning pre record that adding in patients from other practices has really been a great way for you to get new patients. ⁓ which people are constantly looking for new patients. was just talking to, there's a guy out here. He's a pathiatrist guys. I'm like, I don't know. I just can't help myself, but help business owners. Like I love it. Podiatry is not that much different than dentistry. Y'all see patients like dentistry, we work on the mouth, but I treat work on the foot. Like   Basically, it's kind of like pediatric. You go to your surgery centers, they come in, you see these patients for their adjustments. But I was talking to him and he's a solo podiatrist and there are two podiatry offices around him that have just shut down doors. So he's like, yeah, it's just great. Like people are finding us and I'm like, did you call those people and ask them for their charts, buy those charts? that is two practices worth of patients that you're just hoping maybe one day will Google you when they're seriously sitting right in front of you. So   I'm super curious. I love this topic. know Dave's talked about it as well, but Nate, how do you buy charts successfully? How do you make that transition? Like Dave was talking about buying so many charts, but kind of from your experience, how do you buy these charts? How do you merge these patients in successfully? And other than just good luck and being in the right place at the right time, finding more of these opportunities. I'm super curious.   speaker-1 (12:04) Yeah, yeah. So for this one, know, having no idea what I was doing, I did have some, think, good advice from a transition attorney that I worked with. initially, the guy that was selling his charts, wanted X number of dollars for his, I think he said, 1,000 active records.   speaker-0 (12:26) And what's like X number of dollars like just give me a ballpark you don't have to say the exact amount but I'm like is it five dollars a chart ten dollars a chart thirty dollars a chart like what   speaker-1 (12:35) If I remember, this was probably 10 years ago, so I believe it was 60 a chart is what he wanted. So I think he wanted 60 million, right? And, you know, I, again, not knowing too much, I definitely knew that those 1,000 people were not gonna come over, right? So I was worried about like, what's the risk? Like, are 10 people gonna come or are 800 gonna come? I have no idea.   Yeah. So the attorney I was talking to, he said, he'd never done it this way. said, but maybe what you want to do is offer a little bit more per record, but only for like a small percentage at first. And then keep track of it over time. And that's what I think I did. It was either a hundred or 120 a chart. And I prepaid for like 300. But then for the next year, I kept track of all the, like once I got above that 300, I kept track of it.   So the nice thing is it limited my, it limited my risk. It put more, I guess, importance or motivation on the seller to really like push his patients to come. Cause the more you make more, the more people that came to see me. So it was a win-win that way. And it also, it let me kind of control that the influx too, because I think if all of sudden I was getting, you know, 800 patients calling all at once, it'd be a little bit trickier to merge this all in.   So that worked out really well.   speaker-0 (14:00) And I'm just curious on that, because this is something else I've been really wondering. After talking to Dave, now meeting this podiatrist, guys, I just love this type of stuff. This is cool business stuff that I feel a lot of people don't talk about. I'm curious, how long was the arrangement? Was it for a year that you would pay him? Was it for five years you'd pay the selling doctor? Because I'm curious, how is the motivation? for me as a business owner, I wouldn't want this to go on forever. I'd want an end date of when I don't have to pay you $120 per patient.   So how is that kind of arrangement set up?   speaker-1 (14:32) It actually, was nine months is what we had set. And I think it could work either, but I certainly wouldn't go more than a year, because it is, it becomes a major pain. And then, honestly for me, as I got close to that nine months, we sort of started slowing down. We strategically scheduled those last few patients in the nine months, but I still had all the records.   speaker-0 (14:54) That's what curious. So did you get all the records? So like you paid this, all the charts come to you, and then the other dentist has good faith that you're going to be honest? Or do they get access to it? Was that what it was?   speaker-1 (15:04) He could have like, had it written. If you wanted to send somebody to audit it, like absolutely. He had access to do that. He just never did. and yeah, we had an initial wave of a lot of people and then it slowed down a bit. And you know, it's, um, I think, I think it ended up, maybe we got 450 out of that thousand. Um, and it and it was close and it was close to that nine months. You know, we were getting close to like 400 and again, I just.   We slowed down a little bit, ⁓ just whatever. But as soon as that nine months hit, then we started re-marketing to the people we hadn't seen.   speaker-0 (15:43) 100   % because then it's like you've got basically 400 patients on recall that haven't been in and so did you guys win it happened and of course you might say things you'd do differently or whatnot but did you have that selling doctor send a letter to all of his patients like hey I'm no longer seeing it come see Nate like he's fantastic or did you guys just pick up the phone and start calling these people what was kind of the strategy of the how-to for you?   speaker-1 (16:07) So he, so he wrote, we both wrote a joint letter, which was good. And then I was able, I actually brought on his, he didn't have an office manager, but it was like his lead front desk and scheduler. So we brought her on. She wasn't a, she wasn't a great, perfect culture fit, but she knew the patients. So that worked. I think she was with us for probably about the nine months.   speaker-0 (16:26) Exactly.   Cause in my mind I was thinking like, that's genius. Maybe you can do like a little like sweetheart deal where it's like, Hey, I'm buying your charts and also your scheduler upfront. Can I just have them like help me call these patients? I'll pay them for a couple of months or whatnot. I don't know. Like there's a piece of me that's like, I could see the pros and the cons of that, but you're right. It's me calling that person who's known these patients for years calling to get them scheduled and help out with that. That's probably again, even if it wasn't a great culture fit, it probably did get more patients in your door.   speaker-1 (16:59) For that initial, yeah, absolutely for the initial. Because they already had the patients pre-scheduled, so they were able, and they know them, it was really helpful having that familiar voice.   speaker-0 (17:09) Totally. Yeah. Clever. Okay. So you went higher than what they're doing, ⁓ which I tell everybody, I'm like these people who are shutting their doors, pretty much any offer you give them is, mean, don't be like a low ball and completely have it feel ridiculous, but they, have no option to sell. There are no options for them to sell. They're not going to make any money. Like that's gotta be a hard reality for that selling doctor to realize like, Hey, I built this business up, but it's not even a sellable product.   So I have no asset anymore. So I'm like, honestly, any money that they can get for these charts, I do think is a good deal and something great for the selling doctor as well. So I don't think it's a ⁓ vicious, like you're taking advantage. I just think again, opportunity shows up in different ways. And I think for the selling doctor, it also was an opportunity that they got probably way more than they were expecting to get when they closed the doors of their practice.   speaker-1 (18:02) Yeah. Cause honestly, it hadn't been for new, he'd been trying actively to sell it somewhere. And I was like, I think I was like the last person, you know, had I not been able to step up and, and, work something out, it would have just been all those patients out into the ether. And, know, probably who knows how many of those, you know, 450 would have shown up with us anyway. But it's, it's, know, again, being younger, not knowing what I was doing, like it was intimidating for me. But as I look back, like he'd never done that either.   speaker-0 (18:22) Yeah   speaker-1 (18:30) You know, so was all, it was new for both of   speaker-0 (18:33) Well, and also thinking about, I'm sure some listeners might think like, Nate, that's a bad deal, though, spending $120 per patient chart. And if you are a wise business owner and you know the cost of acquisition of a new patient, yes, I would say that that probably is on the higher end of a patient. However, I think the perk of this is these are most likely patients who have been active patients in a dental practice that are going to be good patients that are coming. And odds are they also might be, I call them sleeping.   patients in the fact that this dentist was on the retiring side, odds are that dentist was just slowing down with dentistry. Every dentist will have this happen to where odds are these patients actually have a lot more treatment available since their selling doctor was slowing down in their career. while it might be more expensive, you're probably also paying for it with the dentistry available with an older doctor selling. So got it. Okay.   speaker-1 (19:22) Yeah. Yeah.   And then yeah, like, and then fast forward, you know, another five years or so from then, it's not five, about five years ago. I had a dentist moonlighting with me who was in the Navy. It was getting out, wanted to stay in the area. Awesome, awesome dentist, really good friend of mine now. And he wanted to stay, but again, at that point I wasn't busy enough to really support another.   an associate and I'd never really never had an associate either. And again, opportunity I had, was having, it was like a county dental society meeting. I was talking to a friend of mine as well, who was a little bit older dentist and she was like, I'm thinking about slowing down. maybe this guy could work for you for a couple of days a week and me a couple of days a week. And kind of light bulb went off my head. I was like, or I could buy your practice if you're open to it. And then you can slow down whatever you want. ⁓   be an associate with me and he could work at the two. I kind of saw the writing, like the potential if he did that, what happens if now he wants to buy that practice and then it's, you know, so that actually.   speaker-0 (20:29) You would be training up your competition. So good job on seeing that and not letting that happen.   speaker-1 (20:35) Yeah. And, uh, and it worked and that worked out great around the, again, just weird timing around the same as I was closing on that deal. One town over those, dentist who unfortunately had a terminal, uh, terminal cancer and was looking for somebody to help take over his practice. So I was able to take over his patient base, which another bonus of being able to help, you know, get this new associate, you know, even busier.   speaker-0 (21:01) So really your practice is a makeup of four practices. Did I count my?   speaker-1 (21:06) And then I had one more a little bit later. There's like five, five, nine into two locations now. So yeah. Yeah. And with that one, was the, um, I was able to bring one of the hygienists on board. Um, which again, that familiar, familiar face, familiar voice, um, was a big, was big and she's still with us and she's awesome. So, um, so that's been, that's been really good.   speaker-0 (21:07) Okay, so   Clever. love it.   awesome.   Have you guys heard? But like really have you heard? And are you the type of person that loves to take massive action? Well, if you are, I would love to invite you to Dental A Team's Virtual Summit, April 22nd through 23rd. And yes, right now guys, it's early bird. That means it's $200 off the normal ticket price. You guys are going to learn how to optimize your practice this year. We know it's been a rough year. People have quit. We've had COVID, we've had changes. So we want to teach you guys how to optimize within your practice now and execute.   Friday is full team, Saturday is all things leadership. So bring your team, get some CE, take massive action, head on over to TheDentalATeam.com. Coupon code is summit early bird, and it's valid until March 31st. That's summit early bird, all one word, and it's valid until March 31st. So guys, head on over. I can't wait to have you take massive action, optimize your practice, and execute. Let's make 2022 your best year. I love it.   I love how much you have, ⁓ I think if anything I'm taking is don't be afraid to take those risks, don't be afraid to look at opportunities and also I think you just kind of have also positioned yourself to be well known within your community and I feel like so many dentists, like yes even within big cities like New York, Denver, guess what? People are always retiring. I just had a student from Midwestern reach out to me and was mentioning how like.   Hey, care, do you know of anybody to buy a practice? And I'm like, what is going on? I don't know all the details, but I'm like, this is somebody who's been graduating for maybe a couple of years looking to sell a practice. so I think it's just important to get to know the doctors around you to build those friendships. Because when I think it's often like you're putting yourself in a position to be ready for that opportunity, it's kind of like right now they say have a lot of cash on hand. We know something's going to be shifting in the economy.   So just be ready for when opportunities there. And I think getting to know your neighbors, getting to know those dentists, hey, great, you also as a dentist might need them as a resource in the future as well. So I think it can go both ways, but I love that you've done that. So now I'm curious, Nate, because I selfishly want to talk to you about this. You've got these two practices, you've got these dentists.   Who knows, you're gonna like probably add on like four more practices of charts in the next five years. I mean, based on your record, like let's just start piling them all on. You'll be the only dentist in Rhode Island. You're just gonna last. But I know culture is something you and I off air. Nate is one of my favorite clients. I don't even come to your practice, Nate, and you and I will just chat business, talk shop. You are somebody that I will say publicly is someone who's just been.   a really great influence in my life. Periodically, you will just send me a random text of like, just tell me that we're doing a good thing. And I will say, and you know, as an owner, those kudos and those like good vibes, they don't happen as often because you're the one who's giving all that out to your team and to your clients and to your patients. And so Nate, I will say publicly, like how much you've just been an influence in my life as well. Something I just have appreciated with you as a client, as a friend, as a mentor. So I'm excited to chat. You've got all these things going.   I know culture has been a piece that you and I both have been talking about of developing this culture. So kind of what spurred you into realizing you wanted to shift your culture of your practice. And then let's talk about the nitty gritty, but like how did you as a business owner know you needed to do a shift within your culture? Because I think that that's humility. And I'm just curious, like what tipped you off? How are you able as a dentist to own that, that you wanted to shift that?   speaker-1 (25:03) Yeah, I mean, I think for me it was noticing, you know, sort of the patterns over the years of the just the ups and downs of culture, you know, and it's, you know, whether you call it the vibe or how everybody's getting along. ⁓ And there, I mean, it's over the years, like we've had some pretty painful, painful times and times where it's like, nobody likes being here. That's way better, you know, in the last few years and it had been in the past, but.   It's, I was realizing I didn't really know how to, I didn't realize I had, that I could have influence on, on how to change that. It's, you know, some of it, I'm not a confrontational person. I'm pretty laid back and I want every, you know, I want to be the one that's liked. I want to be everybody's friend. And it's hard. It's, mean, whatever 13 years into practice ownership. And I still, you know, struggle with that.   kind of not being able to be everybody's best friend. Like I actually own the boss and like I have to own that. So it's, know, again, I finally got like just really got so exhausting of the ups and downs of like, is this going to be a good month or is this going to be a good week or who's going to be upset and all that. that it's like, you know, it's not just on me, but it's like, creating that environment that people, you know, that people want to be here. You know, people are happy people.   playing well together and trying to manage all that. it's, you know, it's certainly I haven't figured it out completely, but it's, you know, just trying to work on little things.   speaker-0 (26:41) Yeah, well and I love that you said that because incidentally I'm like, ⁓ Nate, why didn't I even think about this? I know why you and I are good friends. We're eyes on the disc profile. We both love to be liked. We're both very outgoing. We're like, you know life at the party have a good time. We're also okay to like let other people be the life of the party, but just really that and I do think a lot of dentists have that personality. ⁓ I was thinking about dentists last night actually while I was falling asleep and I'm like gosh you guys have to charm and dazzle and wow all day long.   Like you walk in and you have to make friends quickly and it's in an uncomfortable like, hey, let me like get real up and close and personal, like look in your mouth. And I got to like win you over and make you like me. I want to say yes to treat Mike. That's a lot of output of energy all day long for you guys. And so for you to realize that you also have to be a boss, I think one takes humility and two, also is ownership. And I would agree. I think it's like you get to a spot where I'm like, all right, being friends is fun.   But we got to have this like even kill because this up and down is just causing me to feel like I'm in whiplash all day long. So what were some of the things that you started to shift again? You and I chatted in December and I know we both like I've taken this from our conversation of culture is a slow burn. It is not something that happens overnight. It is not something that is instantaneous and I am an instantaneous person. Like I will figure it out. I will come up with it like we will find the solution and culture is like, all right.   Cool, I'm here for the journey. So what were some of the things you started to shift that you've been able to see? know Tiffanie's been helping you guys in your practice quite a bit as well, but I think ultimately at the end of the day, consultants can only help as far as the leaders are willing to go. And so for you to be willing to shift and change is why your team's been shifting and changing too. So what were some of those specifics?   speaker-1 (28:26) One of the, I would say the hardest thing for me and I still like, it still gives me anxiety and trouble is having difficult conversations. And while, you know, it's   you wouldn't think it would necessarily play toward helping with culture, having difficult conversations. I think it really does because I think it resets some of that, ⁓ like where the expectations are, what kind of the clarity on what needs to be done. But I think that's part of, on my ups and downs, I, again, wanting to be agreeable and being pretty laid back, if there was some...   trouble happening or there's some conflict between the team. Like a lot of my default for years was, it'll just blow over. Like, let's it work itself out. And it would work itself out by exploding after a drink or two. And then everybody would hug it out after a drink or two, and then we're fine for a while. But like, was no way to operate, right? So for me, getting over my fear and my anxiety of having those hard conversations, you know, and that's actually, that's one of the things that Tiffanie has been super helpful.   with on helping me through some of those. And I think one of the biggest skills that I've gotten with working with the Dental A Team is that, to have those conversations. They're not fun. People don't like them. I don't like them. But I think it makes a big difference and means a lot once people, like once you get through that.   speaker-0 (30:02) For sure. And you're lucky to have Tiff. think Tiff is one of the best at it. Tiffanie is very masterful on being able to, I say word ninja it. She's also just very direct, which is odd because she's so lovable and so nice. But something her and I have chatted a lot. And to your exact point, when team members have those uncomfortable conversations and they know their employer is willing to do it, everybody actually feels safe.   and that safety can create stability, which also creates like easiness. So my husband and I felt like I used to be a people pleaser with him. And just this week, he and I had a really big decision, a really awesome opportunity, and we ended up turning it down. And I was so frustrated. Like, I'm such a like driver and doer and like, this is an opportunity. We've been working for five years for this and we're just gonna like walk away from it. And I was not my most polished Kiera. ⁓   Thankfully, I would never do this with my team, but my husband, was just like full on expressive on like, and not anger at him, just the frustration of the situation. Like we've worked for this for five years and we're still not going to go through with it. And he made a comment to me, said, Kiera, I love that we've worked on our relationship so much to where you can feel comfortable and confident to have this conversation, to express your true feelings and we can work through it and find a solution. And I use that example because I feel like it's very similar with teams with   bosses that are willing to have these uncomfortable conversations because there's a there's a trust and a confidence that I can come to you. I know we can go toe to toe. I know we can work through this even though it's not fun in the moment per se. There's so much beauty and ease and flow that happens because we're not just always like holding it inside trying to like charm everybody else around us.   speaker-1 (31:47) Yeah. And what I have sort of seen ⁓ as I'm doing that more often and as I'm getting more comfortable with it, I'm seeing my team do the same thing with each other, in a, you know, in a respectful way. And they're confronting things before they become like these underlying deep seated issues. So yeah. So that's been good. ⁓ Working on gratitude is another, is another big one. Yeah. It's funny. It's, it's, ⁓   That's been, that's taken me a little bit to get used to and kind of coming up with a pattern of how to do it because it doesn't necessarily come naturally to me. You know, I think it all the time in my head, you know, how appreciative I am, but it's expressing it is what's hard and finding the way that resonates because everybody's different. What, you know, what lights everybody up is different. So it's trying to, I'm still trying to figure that out for everybody individually.   speaker-0 (32:42) But I think it's awesome that you're taking that on and like you said and I will say kudos to male doctors that are willing to share their appreciation because I'm not a male, but I have heard from several male colleagues that it's very uncomfortable. They're like, I'm just not somebody like you said, I think it, but I don't necessarily say it I don't know how to say it and sometimes it's an awkward thing. But I will say as a team member, I worked only with male doctors, except for one time I had a female doctor. But most of the time males were the doctors I would work with.   And as a team member, especially a female team member, it meant the world to me when they would share that appreciation. it just would, most women are very much ⁓ people who love those words of affirmation that are genuine and sincere. And so I think that that's a great thing that you've taken on. And I know that that's shifting because you shifting that way is shifting your entire team as well. Very cool. Okay. I just want like a quick highlight list as we wrap up, Nate, I appreciate you so much. What are some of the things working with Tiffanie that you've   that you guys have implemented in your practice or some things that you've seen, like we've talked about chart mergers, which gosh, it's just so fun. And we talked about culture shifts, but what are some of the things over the last year? I think you guys are just wrapping up your heading into year two. What are some of the things you guys have implemented with her this last year that were really just impactful for you?   speaker-1 (33:59) Yeah, it's, it's, it's, it's a, we've done a bunch of like small things, you know, and, and, that's what I think has been great is like they, they're easy concepts, but communicating ⁓ better handoffs from front to back and committing to that. ⁓ It's, one of the first things that she introduced with us. And, you know, it seemed like such a simple thing, but it's made a huge difference in. ⁓   and just having consistency of communication and then also it helps the teamwork. ⁓ That's been really good. She's helped a lot with trying to ⁓ have us have a better of sense and strategy around our revenue cycle. Just little things that we didn't necessarily know that we weren't doing, you know, as efficiently as we could. But what I love the most is the process and the accountability part that's put in. ⁓   there, you know, I, in previous years, you know, I've worked with other coaches and consultants and things. Um, and it's always been like a kind of a cookie cutter type thing. And it's, you know, it has been helpful, but what I really love about Dental A Team is how. Yeah. She's able to look and see exactly what it is that we do and how we do it and tailor those systems to us. Um, uh, but also that holding us like holding us accountable to do it. Like we had a, we had a call.   this week, I think it was. we've been looking at outsourcing things for, and I think we've probably been talking about it for a month, two months or so. And it was kind of funny because she has, she's like the sweetest person in world, but she was like, all right guys, I'm tired of talking about this. You're going to buy the end of it. And we're going to, we're going to make a decision on this in my head. This is on Tuesday. I was like, all right, by the end of Thursday, we'll have this done. She's like today, like today that you've done this and tell me who you're going with. And I was like, all right.   But sometimes that's what we need, know, cause we were stuck in this little cycle. So she, you she's good with that. And then sort of same thing with, you know, those are one of the difficult kinds of conversations I needed to have, but was Tuesday was funny. She was, she like really lit a fire under us. Cause like three or four things are like, you're getting this stuff done today and it's happening. that's the push we need, but there's other, know, there's, it's not always that intense. You know, there's also, ⁓ you know, if we need a little help with, you know, with things and,   It's process. She's there each step of the way.   speaker-0 (36:25) awesome. I love it. Well, I think that other no, go ahead.   speaker-1 (36:28) Sorry, it's   been really, it's been really good that I haven't seen with anybody else I've worked with before is she's totally accessible to my team. And I have a couple of the people on my team who are like very growth mindset, growth oriented with us. And, know, they, I think they talked to her more than I realized. And it's, it's one of like, felt initially like when she, you know, gave everybody her contact information, she like, I don't know, I hope that doesn't get abused. And she's like, I love it. That's what I'm here for.   and not knowing the specifics of what she's helping some people with. Like I've had a couple of people on my team, they're like, is so great to be able to reach out to Tiffanie and get this advice on this. And she's helping them just as much as she's helping me. That's awesome.   speaker-0 (37:09) That's huge and I appreciate that Nate because one it's fun to hear how our consultants are doing and I love like a few pieces you said which makes me happy because like as an owner and I'm sure as dentists we have this great vision of what we want our company to be what we want our practice to be and then to hear a patient experience to hear a client experience I'm like we will never be cookie cutter I refuse like forever because no practice is cookie cutter so to hear that it's systems that are customized to you guys where it's what's gonna work with you and also like you said   that accountability. Tiff and I, will say kudos to Tiff because at first, you know, we were like, how do you consult offices? And most of time we'll just kind of go through with you holding you accountable. But there are times when we will need to like laser in, lay it down and be like, guys, here's the reality. Just like a coach at the gym. I'm like, I don't want you like high five. I mean, that was a great workout when my squats look terrible. Like tell me to get my booty down, get my back out. Like   make sure I'm actually doing the work if I'm going to put in the work. And so I love that she did that. And like you said, that is something that we are so pro having those team members elevate rising them around you. That's something like we have kind of, I have a three prong approach and it's making sure you are profitable as a business. Cause if we're not profitable, fantastic. And to hear that TIF is helping you guys with that revenue cycle, making sure that's there at the handoffs, but then also growing people themselves.   You with those hard conversations, you making sure, I mean, we were just talking, you're having time off and your whole team is like killing it and you're not even there, which is awesome. ⁓ Also elevating team members. So it's not just the dentists themselves, but the team and then putting in those systems and team development top to bottom. So to hear it from a client experience, and we didn't even rehearse this prior to it, but to really hear the, and I didn't even prep you Nate. I didn't tell you to like, Hey, think of the last year and the highlights before we get on it. And I purposely did that because I wanted to hear.   what really stood out to you over this last year? What were the things that, because sure, you could go back and reread the emails and prep for it, but I'm like, that doesn't actually matter. What matters is what sticks in the moment. And so I just appreciate that. I love you as a client. know Tiff loves you as a client. You're just a, you're a great example of execution, of humility, of seeing opportunities and executing on them. And I hope people realize that success in my opinion doesn't just happen by chance. It is methodical. is...   Executed on sometimes you get sprinkled with that good luck charm But I also think that good luck charm is only good luck if you actually execute on it So Nate, you're just a dream. I love it. I love what you've done. I appreciate you being on the podcast you're just such a happy human and You're you're a great person who's doing great things in this world and your team's super lucky to get to work with you and learn from you as well   speaker-1 (39:48) Oh, thank you so much. And I feel so, you know, so lucky to have come to come across the Dental A Team, you know, three years ago and, and, and gotten to know you, gotten to know your team and all of you thought, you know, to me, my team and my life, it's awesome.   speaker-0 (40:00) Totally.   Well, it's, you know, we said yes, because you're in Rhode Island first. That was the first like initial yes. then you know, so but no, I appreciate it, Nate. So guys, if you if you have questions on mergers, or how to buy these charts, like please reach out, we'll connect you in with Nate. And if his story and the successes he's had resonate with you, email us, we'd love to chat with you. Hello@TheDentalATeam.com. And Nate, thanks for being here today. Thanks for just being a good human in this world that we need more people like you. So thanks for being here today.   Thank you. Awesome, guys. All right. As always, thank you all for listening, and I'll catch you next time on the Dental A Team Podcast.   wraps it up for another episode of the Dental A Team Podcast. Thank you so much for listening and we'll talk to you next time.  

Join Drs. Jensen and Richey on Dean's Chat as we sit down with Cindy Pezza, PMAC — an expert in podiatric practice management with years of real-world success helping clinics scale, streamline operations, and strengthen leadership culture. In this episode, Cindy breaks down what separates thriving podiatry practices from the rest, including systems that actually work, leadership strategies that build trust, and financial insights every DPM should understand. Whether you're a practice owner, office manager, associate, or resident preparing for leadership, this conversation is packed with actionable takeaways you can implement today.

In this final episode of my four-part December solo series, I share why traditional goal-setting often fails podiatry business owners and what to do instead. If you've ever set goals in December only to forget them by February, you're not alone. The problem isn't always motivation; it's that most goals are too vague, too shallow, or completely disconnected from the real issues holding you back. Rather than chasing surface-level growth targets, I encourage you to shift to problem-first thinking. Because while a goal gives you direction, a problem gives you focus. When you start solving the right problems, like poor patient retention, underperforming team systems, or mental burnout, growth becomes targeted, measurable, and sustainable. I also walk through a simple 3-question framework to help you prioritise problems and plan smarter for 2026. This episode is packed with real-world examples and practical strategies you can apply right now. Whether you're looking to improve profitability, marketing clarity, or your own mindset, this approach will help you break the rinse-and-repeat cycle of goal-setting and finally create momentum that lasts. If you're serious about making next year your best yet, this is the episode to start with. No one wants a business coach; however, if you are looking, let's talk.   A business owner I spoke with in early 2024 made an extra $40,000 by following my advice from a 30-minute FREE Zoom call. They were so happy that they bought me a $400 bottle of bourbon. That's a win-win for both of us. Think about it: You have everything to gain and nothing to lose. Please use the link below to schedule your Zoom call.   And, if you're not yet ready to contact me, consider buying one of my books.   ONLINE CALENDAR My Books: 2014 – It's No Secret There's Money in Podiatry  2017 – It's No Secret There's Money in Small Business  

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As 2025 winds down, now's the perfect time to pause and ask yourself one powerful question: Why did I get into podiatry in the first place? In this episode of the Podiatry Legends Podcast, I invite you to step back from the day-to-day and reconnect with the deeper why behind your work. Because when your podiatry business starts to feel heavy, uninspired, or off-track, it's rarely a patient problem, staffing issue or business problem; it's usually a purpose problem. Before You Launch Into 2026... If you rush into the new year without reconnecting to your purpose, you'll likely carry the same frustrations forward. This December, take 30 minutes to reflect. Don't just set goals; realign them with your why to make your goals more worthwhile.  Because when you do, work feels lighter. Marketing feels easier. Your team works better. And you start building a clinic and a life that actually energises you. No one wants a business coach; however, if you are looking, let's talk.   A business owner I spoke with in early 2024 made an extra $40,000 by following my advice from a 30-minute FREE Zoom call. They were so happy that they bought me a $400 bottle of bourbon. That's a win-win for both of us. Think about it - You have everything to gain and nothing to lose. Please use the link below to schedule your Zoom call.  https://calendly.com/tysonfranklin/podmeeting30  If you're not yet ready to contact me, consider buying my Books - https://amzn.to/4oBl3r3

In this enlightening episode of Unleashing Intuition Secrets, Michael Jaco sits down with Dr. Dennis Pena, a highly respected podiatry surgeon and wound care specialist with decades of clinical experience in diabetic wound healing, limb salvage, and regenerative therapies. Dr. Pena shares his extensive medical background, revealing what he has witnessed firsthand in advanced wound care centers, surgical rooms, and regenerative medicine protocols. Together, he and Michael explore the rapidly evolving field of light therapy, LifeWave technology, and the regenerative innovations transforming patient outcomes worldwide. Michael opens up about his own powerful results from these emerging therapies, discussing how LifeWave patches have improved energy, recovery, and overall wellness for himself and countless others. Dr. Pena explains why these technologies are becoming an exciting option for practitioners seeking non-invasive, cellular-level support for healing and rejuvenation. From gene-associated repair mechanisms to next-gen therapeutic applications, this episode offers a rare look into the future of regenerative health — directly from a surgeon who has spent his career on the front lines of wound care and medical transformation. If you're curious about cutting-edge wellness tools, light-based therapies, or the expanding potential of LifeWave technology, this conversation is a must-listen. Live Younger with Michael Jaco — Explore LifeWave: https://lifewave.com/michaeljaco https://michaelkjaco.com/liveyoungerwithmj/

Every podiatrist hits a plateau at some point in their career; when growth stalls, motivation dips, and business feels flat. But a plateau isn't failure; it is feedback. In this short solo episode, I share how to shift your mindset, avoid impulsive changes, and use a plateau as an opportunity to reset, refocus, and rebuild momentum. I also explore three types of plateaus, REVENUE, MOTIVATION & TEAM, and offer strategies to overcome each one. If you're ready to move from "stuck" to strategic, this one's for you. Are you looking for a one-on-one business coach? A business owner I spoke with in early 2024 made an extra $40,000 by following my advice from a 30-minute FREE Zoom call. They were so happy that they bought me a $400 bottle of bourbon. That's a win-win for both of us. Think about it - You have everything to gain and nothing to lose. Please use the link below to schedule your Zoom call.  https://calendly.com/tysonfranklin/podmeeting30  If you're not yet ready to contact me, consider buying my Books - https://amzn.to/4oBl3r3

One of my clients just had one of their best months ever in terms of cash collected …but when we pulled the numbers, their profit was down 40% compared to just four months earlier.In Episode 178 of The Podiatry Business Podcast I want to walk you through what happened, why it's more common than you think, and what you must do to avoid a busy clinic with not enough profitsBy the end, you'll know exactly why focusing on turnover alone is dangerous, what really drives profit in a podiatry clinic, and how a simple monthly P&L review can save you from nasty surprises.

This week I'm joined by long-time friend, podiatrist, and business coach Dr Peter Wishnie. Peter and I have known each other for more than a decade, and although we technically work in the same space, we've never competed. Instead, we've worked alongside each other with an abundance mindset because when you understand your strengths, your ideal clients, and your purpose, there's more than enough opportunity to go around. In this episode, we unpack the massive difference between scarcity and abundance, and why so many podiatrists unknowingly sabotage themselves with old beliefs about money, competition, and "not being good enough." We also dive into the concept of the robot brain, and how much of your day is run on autopilot without you realising it. Innovation never comes from the robot, so if you want next year to be different, you'll need to consciously take back control of your thinking. We also explore confidence, delegation, public speaking, personalised marketing, and the danger of generic "mass coaching" funnels that don't understand podiatry. Peter shares insights from 30+ years in practice, plus a sneak peek at his upcoming book, It's Not Your Fault (Unless It Is). If you're ready to think differently about how you practise, lead, and grow, this episode is for you. If you want to connect with Peter, his email is drwishnie@gmail.com, and you can also find him on LinkedIn at Coach Peter Wishnie and on Instagram: @coach_peterwishnie. Check My Upcoming Events  If you love this podcast, leaving a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen would be fantastic.  If you're looking for a speaker for an upcoming conference, event, or a facilitator to run a pre-conference workshop, please visit my Speaker Page to see the range of topics I cover. Looking for A Little Business Guidance?  A podiatrist I spoke with in early 2024 earned an additional $40,000 by following my advice from a 30-minute free Zoom call.  This was probably the best 30-minute investment of their lives. Think about it: you have everything to gain and nothing to lose, and it's not a TRAP. I'm not out to get you; I'm here to help you.  Please use the link below to my calendar and schedule a free 30-minute Zoom call. I guarantee that after we talk, you will have far more clarity on what is best for you, your business and your career. ONLINE CALENDAR Business Coaching & Mentoring I offer three simple coaching options: Monthly Coaching Sessions (one or two scheduled calls per month). Hourly Sessions – Book them as and when required.  On-Site Team Training Days (Full-Day Events) – Your team will love you for organising this.   But let's have a chat first to see what best suits you. ONLINE CALENDAR Facebook Group: Podiatry Business Owners Club  Have you grabbed a copy of one of my books yet?  2014 – It's No Secret There's Money in Podiatry  2017 – It's No Secret There's Money in Small Business  

In this 3rd installment of Dr. Alberto Rullan's conversation with KC LaPierre, co-founder of the Institute of Applied Equine Podiatry, they explore LaPierre's educational framework and the development of his patented hoofwear system. Take a closer look at LaPierre's applied equine podiatry program, designed to meet the needs of dedicated horse owners and professionals alike. Through monthly classes, international teaching, and level-based learning that includes radiology and gait analysis, KC LaPierre has built a comprehensive and community-driven approach to equine foot care.In this episode, you'll learn: How the Applied Equine Podiatry curriculum differs from traditional farrier schoolsThe importance of creating a global alumni network for continuing educationWhy LaPierre believes elasticity, not rigidity, is key to hoof supportThe science behind Perfect Hoofwear and how it mimics natural hoof functionHow the Trinity Shoe is reshaping balance and performance from the ground upBe sure to catch parts one and two of this series for the full picture. Don't forget to subscribe, follow, and rate the podcast! And if you'd like to keep the conversation going, connect with us on social @pevsocala and @albertorullanvm! KC LaPierre's Linkshttps://appliedequinepodiatry.orghttps://perfecthoofwear.comhttps://hooflevel.comLinks For You:• Our Website • Facebook • Instagram • Youtube Dr. Alberto Rullan, VMD• Website• LinkedIn• Instagram

In this episode, I catch up with Tony Gavin, founder of the Foot & Ankle Show, a conference that has rapidly become one of the most dynamic podiatry events in the world.  We talk about: How the show pivoted during COVID and what we learned.   Why the "one big room" format works so well and why everyone loves it.  The rapid growth leading into 2026. The numbers keep getting bigger.  We know have an international audience flying in.  Why continuous improvement is the show's driving force. 2026 is going to be the best show ever.  The importance of community, collaboration, and diversity in podiatry education.  Additional Show Notes available at the Podiatry Legends Podcast website.  "The speaker lineup is so strong that people genuinely can't choose what to do." - Tony Gavin. If you're thinking about attending in 2026, visit www.footandankleshow.com, and if you're coming early, join me for the Podiatry Marketing Masterclass in Liverpool. Check My Upcoming Events  If you love this podcast, leaving a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen would be fantastic. At almost 350,000 downloads and only 41 Reviews, there's room for a few more.  If you're looking for a speaker for an upcoming conference, event, or a facilitator to run a pre-conference workshop, please visit my Speaker Page to see the range of topics I cover. Looking for A Little Business Guidance?  A podiatrist I spoke with in early 2024 earned an additional $40,000 by following my advice from a 30-minute free Zoom call.  This was probably the best 30-minute investment of their lives. Think about it: you have everything to gain and nothing to lose, and it's not a TRAP. I'm not out to get you; I'm here to help you.  Please use the link below to my calendar and schedule a free 30-minute Zoom call. I guarantee that after we talk, you will have far more clarity on what is best for you, your business and your career. ONLINE CALENDAR Business Coaching & Mentoring I offer three simple coaching options: Regular Monthly Coaching Sessions (one or two calls per month). Hourly Sessions – Book them as needed. On-Site Clinic Training (Full-Day Event) – Your team will love you for organising this.   But let's have a chat first to see what best suits you. ONLINE CALENDAR Facebook Group: Podiatry Business Owners Club  Have you grabbed a copy of one of my books yet?  2014 – It's No Secret There's Money in Podiatry  2017 – It's No Secret There's Money in Small Business  

"The Big Myth That A Smaller Podiatry Clinic Means Less Risk" is a conversation for podiatry clinic owners who don't just want “more,” they want the right kind of more. In this episode, I unpack why so many of us start a clinic with no real end goal, drift into a business we never consciously designed, and then feel disappointed when we finally hit our targets. We'll talk about starting with the end in mind – defining the income, lifestyle, and role you actually want – and why reaching a destination rarely changes how you feel inside. I'll dive into enjoying the journey of building a business, working on your mindset as much as your metrics, and why staying small doesn't mean staying safe. You'll learn how to think about risk realistically, manage and mitigate it, and choose a clinic size that truly fits the life you want.

Healthy Practitioner, Healthy Business: The Future of Podiatry Practice Running a podiatry clinic shouldn't come at the expense of your health, happiness, or home life. Yet far too many practitioners are running on empty, juggling long hours, heavy patient loads, and the constant pressure to keep their businesses afloat. In this week's episode of the Podiatry Legends Podcast, I spoke with Daniel Monteleone, the owner of Proactive Health and Movement in Geelong, Victoria. Daniel's outlook is refreshing: he's built a business model that values wellbeing just as much as revenue, proving that a healthy practitioner really does lead to a healthy business. Check Out My Upcoming Events  Listen in as we unpack Daniel's 25-hour consulting week, his philosophy on mentoring and trust, and how prioritising practitioner health first has fuelled nine years of business growth and team loyalty. This episode is a must-hear for any podiatrist ready to step off the treadmill and design a practice that supports their life, not drains it. If you enjoyed this episode, consider sharing it with your friends. If you love this podcast show, leaving a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to your podcasts would be fantastic. At almost 350,000 downloads and only 41 Reviews, there's room for a few more.  If you're looking for a speaker for an upcoming event or a facilitator to run a pre-conference workshop, please visit my Speaker Page to see the range of topics I cover. Looking for A Little Business Guidance?  A podiatrist I spoke with in early 2024 earned an additional $40,000 by following my advice from a 30-minute free Zoom call.  This was probably the best 30-minute investment of their lives. Think about it: you have everything to gain and nothing to lose, and it's not a TRAP. I'm not out to get you; I'm here to help you.  Please follow the link below to my calendar and schedule a free 30-minute Zoom call. I guarantee that after we talk, you will have far more clarity on what is best for you, your business and your career. ONLINE CALENDAR Business Coaching & Mentoring I offer three simple coaching options: Regular Monthly Coaching Sessions (one or two calls per month). Hourly Sessions – Book them as you need them. (Most Popular) On-Site Clinic Training (Full-Day Event) – Your team will love it.   But let's have a chat first to see what best suits you. ONLINE CALENDAR Facebook Group: Podiatry Business Owners Club  Have you grabbed a copy of one of my books yet?  2014 – It's No Secret There's Money in Podiatry  2017 – It's No Secret There's Money in Small Business  

On today's show, we're learning more about equine podiatry and how it can help our ex-racehorses with one of the best in the business, Travis Burns of Virginia Tech. Then we chat with New Vocations' Bridget Hollern for a new training tip and adoptable horse of the week. Stay tuned!Hosts: Leigh Beamer and Kristen Kovatch Bentley of The Horseback WriterImage Credit: Retired Racehorse RadioTitle Sponsor: Kentucky Performance ProductsMedia Partners: The Thoroughbred Makeover and New Vocations Racehorse AdoptionGuest: Travis BurnsGuest: Bridget HollernNew Vocations Segment - Adoptable HorseAdditional Support Provided by: Equestrian+, Retired Racehorse Project, and Listeners like You!

On today's show, we're learning more about equine podiatry and how it can help our ex-racehorses with one of the best in the business, Travis Burns of Virginia Tech. Then we chat with New Vocations' Bridget Hollern for a new training tip and adoptable horse of the week. Stay tuned!Hosts: Leigh Beamer and Kristen Kovatch Bentley of The Horseback WriterImage Credit: Retired Racehorse RadioTitle Sponsor: Kentucky Performance ProductsMedia Partners: The Thoroughbred Makeover and New Vocations Racehorse AdoptionGuest: Travis BurnsGuest: Bridget HollernNew Vocations Segment - Adoptable HorseAdditional Support Provided by: Equestrian+, Retired Racehorse Project, and Listeners like You!

A game-changing discussion about the shift from traditional SEO to SEAI (Search Engine AI Integration) and why podiatry clinics must adapt now or risk becoming invisible to their ideal patients"If you're still optimising your podiatry website for Google like it's 2019, you're already invisible to 60% of your potential patients. Here's why: your ideal patients aren't typing 'podiatrist near me' into Google anymore—they're asking ChatGPT, Claude, and Perplexity for recommendations. And if you're not showing up there, you don't exist." Episode 176 of the Podiatry Business Podcast ;  Getting Found Online In The AI Age - A Podiatry Clinics Guide

This week, we explore how divorce, drink-driving offences, and defamation can cripple a career or clinic if not handled properly, and why most people react far too late. My guest, Tad Nelson, a criminal defence lawyer and "Super Lawyer" from Galveston County, Texas, who brings more than three decades of courtroom experience, plus a master's degree in forensic toxicology, to our conversation. Tad has seen the best and worst of human behaviour, and his insights apply directly to business owners navigating legal, personal, or reputation challenges. Tad explains the importance of acting fast, staying calm, and getting professional help, both legal and PR,  before the fallout damages your brand, income, or family. He also shares his philosophy that a strong reputation isn't repaired after a crisis; it's built long before one happens. This episode is packed with practical advice on staying ahead of legal problems, managing perception in the age of social media, and leading with integrity under pressure. Whether you're a podiatrist, clinic owner, or entrepreneur in any field, you'll take away lessons on communication, humility, and protecting the business you've worked so hard to build. You can connect with Tad Nelson at tad@tadlaw.com, or visit his website www.tadlaw.com.  If you enjoyed this episode, consider sharing it with your friends. If you love this podcast show, leaving a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to your podcasts would be fantastic. At almost 350,000 downloads and only 41 Reviews, there's room for a few more.  If you're looking for a speaker for an upcoming event or a facilitator to run a pre-conference workshop, please visit my Speaker Page to see the range of topics I cover. Looking for A Little Business Guidance?  A podiatrist I spoke with in early 2024 earned an additional $40,000 by following my advice from a 30-minute free Zoom call.  This was probably the best 30-minute investment of their lives. Think about it: you have everything to gain and nothing to lose, and it's not a TRAP. I'm not out to get you; I'm here to help you.  Please follow the link below to my calendar and schedule a free 30-minute Zoom call. I guarantee that after we talk, you will have far more clarity on what is best for you, your business and your career. ONLINE CALENDAR Business Coaching & Mentoring I offer three simple coaching options: Regular Monthly Coaching Sessions (one or two calls per month). Hourly Sessions – Book them as you need them. (Most Popular) On-Site Clinic Training (Full-Day Event) – Your team will love it.   But let's have a chat first to see what best suits you. ONLINE CALENDAR Facebook Group: Podiatry Business Owners Club  Have you grabbed a copy of one of my books yet?  2014 – It's No Secret There's Money in Podiatry  2017 – It's No Secret There's Money in Small Business  

Send us a text"I was so burnt out in the system that it was either do direct care or leave medicine.  I already knew that I was good at what I did so leaving medicine because the system is broken didn't make sense--so I fixed it.  As someone who has an $8000 deductible, I also wanted to make healthcare more affordable and the cost of care transparent."Dr. Becky Mullin takes us behind the scene to how she pivoted from an employed position to becoming a proud owner of a Direct Specialty Care practice. She is accepting patients at Mullin Podiatry in Wayzata, MN Support the show*NEW!* Are you ready for Direct Care? Start with this Google Form Readiness Scorecard here --> MASTERING PRIVATE PRACTICE CONFERENCE by Doctors On Social Media. Recording: Use my affiliate link to attend, here --> Record your question easily here --> FREE Direct Care Guide to get you started --> Join the Direct Care Society private Facebook group here. Monthly coaching sessions & a community that gets you. --> Own a DSC practice and want to share your story? Apply here EMR I'm currently using in my Direct Care practice Simple Practice HIPAA Compliant Email with Paubox Get $250 Credit Here Find me on LinkedIn https://linkedin.com/in/teadpm More resources teadpm.com

Send us a text"I was so burnt out in the system that it was either do direct care or leave medicine.  I already knew that I was good at what I did so leaving medicine because the system is broken didn't make sense--so I fixed it.  As someone who has an $8000 deductible, I also wanted to make healthcare more affordable and the cost of care transparent."Dr. Becky Mullin takes us behind the scene to how she pivoted from an employed position to becoming a proud owner of a Direct Specialty Care practice. She is accepting patients at Mullin Podiatry in Wayzata, MN Support the show*NEW!* Are you ready for Direct Care? Start with this Google Form Readiness Scorecard here --> MASTERING PRIVATE PRACTICE CONFERENCE by Doctors On Social Media. Recording: Use my affiliate link to attend, here --> Record your question easily here --> FREE Direct Care Guide to get you started --> Join the Direct Care Society private Facebook group here. Monthly coaching sessions & a community that gets you. --> Own a DSC practice and want to share your story? Apply here EMR I'm currently using in my Direct Care practice Simple Practice HIPAA Compliant Email with Paubox Get $250 Credit Here Find me on LinkedIn https://linkedin.com/in/teadpm More resources teadpm.com

Should you stock products in your podiatry clinic? It's a question every clinic owner faces when building toward that $50k+ monthly revenue goal. Today, we're breaking down the pros, cons, and strategic framework for adding retail revenue to your practice. We'll explore when products enhance patient outcomes and boost profits versus when they drain resources and distract from high-value clinical work. I'll share the decision framework I use with my coaching clients, real numbers to expect, and actionable steps to test product sales without the headaches.

PodChatLive 203: Patients trust imaging more than clinicians, lower limb apophysitis incidence & risk factors, and The Centre for Podiatry HistoryContact us: getinvolved@podchatlive.comLinks from this episode:“It's hard to trust an individual, it's easier to trust an image”—patients with low back pain want imaging as a means of coping with uncertaintyIncidence of and Risk Factors for Lower Extremity Apophysitis in Children and Adolescents

 Your shoes do more than complete an outfit — they're the foundation of your foot health, posture, and comfort. But with endless styles and brands to choose from, how do you know which ones are actually good for your feet? On this episode of the Healthier You podcast. I'm Dr. Ashlee Williams talks with Dr. Kristy Golden, a podiatric surgeon at Kaiser Permanente, about what really matters when it comes to footwear. Tune in to learn the four types of shoes every person should own, what to look for when buying new pairs, and how the wrong shoes can cause long-term problems. Learn more about Kristy Golden, DPM

This week, I'm joined again by Dr Patrick McEneaney, DPM from Northern Illinois Foot & Ankle Specialists. Patrick shares how he's grown to 16 clinics by hiring intentionally, tracking the right metrics, and knowing when to consolidate. We talk about the lessons of leadership, the art of delegation, and why cultural alignment is the real key to long-term success. Five Big Takeaways Numbers tell the truth. Always track performance and retention. Hire for attitude, not just skill. You can train techniques, not culture. Growth requires letting go of ego. Make decisions based on data. Consolidation isn't failure; it's refinement. Smart leadership builds scalability, not stress. MY UPCOMING EVENTS If you found this episode helpful, share it with another podiatrist or business owner. If you're looking for a speaker for an upcoming event or a facilitator to run a pre-conference workshop, please visit my Speaker Page to see the range of topics I cover. Are You Looking for A Little Business Guidance?  A podiatrist I spoke with in early 2024 earned an additional $40K by following my advice from a 30-minute free Zoom call. Believe me, when I say it was the best 30-minute investment in their life.  Think about it: you have everything to gain and nothing to lose, and it's not a TRAP. I'm not out to get you, I'm here to help you.  Please follow the link below to my calendar and schedule a free 30-minute Zoom call. I guarantee that after we talk, you will have far more clarity on what is best for you, your business and your career. ONLINE CALENDAR Business Coaching I offer three coaching options: Monthly Scheduled Calls. Hourly Sessions. On-Site TEAM Training and Creativity Days.   But let's have a chat first to see what best suits you. ONLINE CALENDAR Facebook Group: Podiatry Business Owners Club  Have you grabbed a copy of one of my books yet?  2014 – It's No Secret There's Money in Podiatry  2017 – It's No Secret There's Money in Small Business  

Welcome back to A Stride Above! In this episode, Dr. Alberto Rulan is joined by KC LaPierre, co-founder of the Institute of Applied Equine Podiatry, for a discussion on what truly goes into caring for a horse's foot. Together, they unpack the philosophy, science, and controversy surrounding traditional farriery, barefoot trimming, and applied equine podiatry. In this episode, you'll learn:• What applied equine podiatry actually is and how it's different from farriery• Why KC moved away from shoeing after 45 years as a farrier• What “holistic” really means in hoof care (and why it's not just “natural”)• How the foot affects the whole horses circulation, nerves, and more• When it might be time to move beyond conventional hoof careMore than just theory, this episode challenges long-held assumptions about hoof care and opens the door to a more informed, whole-horse approach. Be sure to subscribe, follow and reach out to us on social media @pevsocala and @albertorullanvm! You won't want to miss part two, where we'll dive into how to know when it's time to try something different and what that might look like.Links For You:• Our Website • Facebook • Instagram • Youtube Dr. Alberto Rullan, VMD• Website• LinkedIn• Instagram

Foot problems are widespread, with a significant portion of the population experiencing them at some point in their lives. Approximately 75% of Americans will experience foot problems, and many suffer from chronic pain. Foot pain is a common-- about 19% of the US population experiences an average of 1.4 foot problems each year.  Dr. Glen N. Robison serves as Diplomate of the American Board of Multiple Specialties in Podiatry. He's board certified in Primary Care in Podiatric Medicine. Dr. Robison is a Jin Shin Jyutsu practitioner and certified Myopractor. Trained in releasing deep restriction of motion in the body that resides at the root of our symptoms and ailments. He is here today to discuss foot conditions including: bunions, plantar fasciitis & everything in between.  

What happens when you take the Red, Blue, and Purple Team Strategy and apply it inside a podiatry clinic? In this episode, I share what I learned firsthand while running this creative exercise with a clinic team, and how it revealed new insights into teamwork, reputation, and readiness. Joined by Dave Frees, we also unpack how AI can help clinics think smarter, act faster, and build lasting resilience. If you want a deeper understanding of this concept, please go back and listen to Episode 380: Future Proofing Your Podiatry Clinic with Red, Blue and Purple Team Strategy.  Learn more about Dave's training at Business Black Ops. MY UPCOMING EVENTS If you found this episode helpful, share it with another podiatrist or business owner. If you'd like guidance on implementing Red Team, Blue Team, Purple Team thinking in your practice or organising a Team Creative Day, please get in touch with me at tf@tysonfrasnklin.com or visit my website www.tysonfranklin.com, I'd love to help you future-proof your business. If you're looking for a speaker for an upcoming event or a facilitator to run a pre-conference workshop, please visit my Speaker Page to see the range of topics I cover. Are You Looking for A Little Business Guidance?  A podiatrist I spoke with in early 2024 earned an additional $40,000 by following my advice from a 30-minute free Zoom call.  Think about it: you have everything to gain and nothing to lose, and it's not a TRAP. I'm not out to get you, I'm here to help you.  Please follow the link below to my calendar and schedule a free 30-minute Zoom call. I guarantee that after we talk, you will have far more clarity on what is best for you, your business and your career. ONLINE CALENDAR Business Coaching I offer three coaching options: Monthly Scheduled Calls. Hourly Sessions. On-Site TEAM Training and Creativity Days.   But let's have a chat first to see what best suits you. ONLINE CALENDAR Facebook Group: Podiatry Business Owners Club  Have you grabbed a copy of one of my books yet?  2014 – It's No Secret There's Money in Podiatry  2017 – It's No Secret There's Money in Small Business  

If you're a younger podiatrist considering business ownership at some stage in the future, see what happens when you trust your gut and take a calculated leap. That's exactly what Ontario Chiropodist (Podiatrist) and owner of Collective Footcare & Orthotics, Ben Wilkinson, did, moving from employee to clinic owner in just a few short years.  In this episode, Ben shares how he rebranded his business twice in less than a year, embraced innovation with 3D printing, and grew a thriving clinic culture built on positivity and professionalism. “The business name is such a big part of the business, but people shouldn't be afraid to change it.” - Ben Wilkinson.  It's a must-listen for any podiatrist thinking about ownership, marketing, or how to grow smarter in today's competitive world. If you're looking for a speaker for an upcoming event, you can email me at tyson@podiatrylegends.com or tf@tysonfranklin.com, and we can discuss the range of topics I cover. Alternatively, you can visit my SPEAKERS PAGE.  Check out my UPCOMING EVENTS.  Would You Like A Little Business Guidance?  A podiatrist I spoke with in early 2024 earned an additional $40,000 by following my advice from a 30-minute free Zoom call.  Think about it: you have everything to gain and nothing to lose, and it's not a TRAP. I'm not out to get you; I'm here to help you.  Please follow the link below to my calendar and schedule a free 30-minute Zoom call. I guarantee that after we talk, you will have far more clarity on what is best for you, your business and your career. ONLINE CALENDAR Types of Business Coaching I Offer I offer three coaching options: Monthly Scheduled Coaching Sessions (90 minutes) Hourly Ad Hoc Sessions - Book them as you need them (very popular) On-Site TEAM BUILDING & CREATIVITY DAYS - (must be booked three months in advance)  But let's have a chat first to see what best suits you. ONLINE CALENDAR Facebook Group: Podiatry Business Owners Club  Have you grabbed a copy of one of my books yet?  2014 – It's No Secret There's Money in Podiatry  2017 – It's No Secret There's Money in Small Business  

Dr. Douglas Tumen of Hudson Valley Foot Associates joins us to take your foot health questions. Ray Graf hosts.

This is Part Two of my conversation with Dr Fern Kazlow, clinical psychotherapist, business strategist, and mentor to high achievers, based in New York, USA. In this episode, we explore her Resistance Paradox™, how to understand your own patterns, and why changing your mindset starts with compassion. We go beyond communication and dive deep into resistance, beliefs, and the psychology of change. We discuss how high achievers get stuck, why old patterns hold us back, and how to lead and live with more clarity and connection. If you haven't heard Part One yet, go back and check it out; it sets the stage for this deep, transformative discussion.  “Turn up the discernment, dial down the judgment.” - Dr K.  Five Takeaways: What once helped you succeed can now be the very thing holding you back. Understand your resistance—it's the gateway to your next level. Changing beliefs starts with curiosity and compassion. Only a small, focused group can inspire massive change within a profession. “Slay your dragons — don't slay yourself.” Self-awareness beats self-attack. To connect with Dr Fern Kazlow, you can visit her website at https://drkazlow.com/ or connect with her on Facebook.  If you're looking for a speaker for an upcoming event, you can email me at tyson@podiatrylegends.com or tf@tysonfranklin.com, and we can discuss the range of topics I cover. Alternatively, you can visit my SPEAKERS PAGE.  Check out my UPCOMING EVENTS.  Would You Like A Little Business Guidance?  A podiatrist I spoke with in early 2024 earned an additional $40,000 by following my advice from a 30-minute free Zoom call.  Think about it: you have everything to gain and nothing to lose, and it's not a TRAP. I'm not out to get you; I'm here to help you.  Please follow the link below to my calendar and schedule a free 30-minute Zoom call. I guarantee that after we talk, you will have far more clarity on what is best for you, your business and your career. ONLINE CALENDAR Types of Business Coaching I Offer I offer three coaching options: Monthly Scheduled Coaching Sessions (90 minutes) Hourly Ad Hoc Sessions - Book them as you need them (very popular) On-Site TEAM BUILDING & CREATIVITY DAYS - (must be booked three months in advance)  But let's have a chat first to see what best suits you. ONLINE CALENDAR Facebook Group: Podiatry Business Owners Club  Have you grabbed a copy of one of my books yet?  2014 – It's No Secret There's Money in Podiatry  2017 – It's No Secret There's Money in Small Business  

Dr Fern Kazlow returns to the podcast, and we dive into the critical role communication plays in building trust with our patients. This is Part One of our conversation, where we focus on how poor communication can damage connections with patients, staff, colleagues, and also family and friends. We also examine the dangers of outsourcing, particularly when it comes to compromising your authenticity, and why connection-powered business is the future. PLEASE, take a look at my UPCOMING EVENTS.  Eight Key Takeaways from (Part One) Poor communication directly decreases trust and weakens patient loyalty. Human connection is more important than ever in a world leaning heavily on automation and AI. Connection-powered business requires presence, listening, and authenticity. Patients can easily tell when communication is outsourced or generic. Editing and creating content yourself helps maintain authenticity and audience respect. Loyalty comes from honest communication, not just good outcomes. Presence in patient interactions is more valuable than perfection. Malpractice claims often stem from poor communication rather than poor outcomes. If you're looking for a speaker for an upcoming event, you can email me at tyson@podiatrylegends.com or tf@tysonfranklin.com, and we can discuss the range of topics I cover. Alternatively, you can visit my SPEAKERS PAGE.  Would You Like A Little Business Guidance?  A podiatrist I spoke with in early 2024 earned an additional $40,000 by following my advice from a 30-minute free Zoom call.  Think about it: you have everything to gain and nothing to lose, and it's not a TRAP. I'm not out to get you; I'm here to help you.  Please follow the link below to my calendar and schedule a free 30-minute Zoom call. I guarantee that after we talk, you will have far more clarity on what is best for you, your business and your career. ONLINE CALENDAR Types of Business Coaching I Offer I offer three coaching options: Monthly Scheduled Coaching Sessions (90 minutes) Hourly Ad Hoc Sessions - Book them as you need them (very popular) On-Site TEAM BUILDING & CREATIVITY DAYS - (must be booked three months in advance)  But let's have a chat first to see what best suits you. ONLINE CALENDAR Facebook Group: Podiatry Business Owners Club  Have you grabbed a copy of one of my books yet?  2014 – It's No Secret There's Money in Podiatry  2017 – It's No Secret There's Money in Small Business    

In this episode, Dr. Adam Shapiro, CEO of Foot & Ankle Associates, shares how he built the largest independent podiatry practice in the Carolinas, his patient-first approach, and strategies for expanding into a comprehensive lower extremity health platform while maintaining physician well-being and excellent care.

In this episode, I discuss with Sinead O'Donovan from SRC health :The evidence based benefits of compression The feedback I receive from clientsThe quality garments SRC has developed for incontinence, prolapse, back/pelvic pain and the perinatal populationTo check out SRC products: www.srchealth.comFor 10% off your order: THEPELVICFLOORPROJECTSinead O'Donovan's professional journey began with her qualification as a Registered Nurse, specializing in ICU and Cardio Thoracic medicine and Surgery. Subsequently, she achieved a BSc Hons in Podiatry and practiced in a private setting for a decade. In 2008, she took the significant step of founding SRC Health. While recuperating in the hospital following the birth of her first child, Sinead O'Donovan, our founder, recognized the need for greater support for new mothers returning to their bustling lives. Leveraging her extensive medical and bio-mechanical expertise, she envisioned a garment that would provide comfort throughout the day while offering the necessary support for herself and other new mothers.Like all transformative ideas, this concept underwent an extended development phase to align with Sinead's original vision. Adjustments were made to the panel design, and in the pursuit of perfection, custom fabrics were created to meet the high standards set by Sinead.After two years of meticulous development and patient trials, the garment finally fulfilled all expectations. In 2008, the SRC Recovery Shorts were introduced, a unique and patented product that has since aided thousands of mothers worldwide in recovering more comfortably and savouring their time with their babies. The SRC Pregnancy range soon followed. SRC health now boasts an extensive range of medical compression garments.www.srchealth.comInstagram: @srchealthLINKS Mentioned75. Abdominal compression garments after c-section with Katie KellyTHANK YOU TO THE EPISODE SPONSORSRC Health: discount code and website: https://srchealth.com/?ref=Sto_l3PawmnH4. Discount Code: THEPELVICFLOORPROJECTIRIS: discount code and website: https://www.lovemyiris.com/ Discount Code: PELVICFLOORPROJECTThanks for joining me! Here is where you can find out how to work with me:  www.pelvicfloorprojectspace.com/mel@pelvicfloorprojectspace.comSupport the show

IIn this episode recorded live at the McGuireWoods Healthcare Growth & Operations conference, Dr. Adam Shapiro, CEO of Foot & Ankle Associates, shares how he built the largest independent podiatry practice in the Carolinas, his patient-first approach, and strategies for expanding into a comprehensive lower extremity health platform while maintaining physician well-being and excellent care.

IIn this episode recorded live at the McGuireWoods Healthcare Growth & Operations conference, Dr. Adam Shapiro, CEO of Foot & Ankle Associates, shares how he built the largest independent podiatry practice in the Carolinas, his patient-first approach, and strategies for expanding into a comprehensive lower extremity health platform while maintaining physician well-being and excellent care.

In this solo episode, I introduce the concept of The Energy Audit, a simple weekly reflection that helps podiatrists identify what fuels them, what drains them, and how to realign their schedule for better focus and motivation. Ending the week mentally flat and emotionally drained is not uncommon, and more often than not, the problem isn't time management. It's energy management. In this episode, you'll discover: The 4 energy zones that shape your week:  recharge activities high-energy work low-level essentials, and energy vampires (the blood suckers) The most common energy traps in every podiatry clinic. From back-to-back patients, toxic, ineffective meetings, to overpromising. Practical ways to restructure your week: time blocking for energy building in proper recharge time delegating low-energy tasks, and protecting creative outlets Why reviewing your week every Friday can prevent burnout and help you stay consistent. This isn't about productivity hacks; it's about making small shifts that lead to big improvements in how you show up at work and at home. If you've been feeling stretched thin, this episode will give you a framework to protect your energy so you can perform at your best as a podiatrist and clinic owner. If you do your first energy audit this week, please send me an email at tf@tysonfranklin.com or tyson@podiatrylegends.com and let me know what changes you're making and how it's impacting your work and life. Don't forget to look at my UPCOMING EVENTS. If you're looking for a speaker for an upcoming event, you can email me at tyson@podiatrylegends.com or tf@tysonfranklin.com, and we can discuss the range of topics I cover. Alternatively, you can visit my SPEAKERS PAGE.  Would You Like A Little Business Guidance?  A podiatrist I spoke with in early 2024 earned an additional $40,000 by following my advice from a 30-minute free Zoom call.  Think about it: you have everything to gain and nothing to lose, and it's not a TRAP. I'm not out to get you; I'm here to help you.  Please follow the link below to my calendar and schedule a free 30-minute Zoom call. I guarantee that after we talk, you will have far more clarity on what is best for you, your business and your career. ONLINE CALENDAR Types of Business Coaching I Offer I offer three coaching options: Monthly Scheduled Coaching Sessions (90 minutes) Hourly Ad Hoc Sessions - Book them as you need them (very popular) On-Site TEAM BUILDING & CREATIVITY DAYS - (must be booked three months in advance)  But let's have a chat first to see what best suits you. ONLINE CALENDAR Facebook Group: Podiatry Business Owners Club  Have you grabbed a copy of one of my books yet?  2014 – It's No Secret There's Money in Podiatry  2017 – It's No Secret There's Money in Small Business  

My guest today is Jonathan Small, and this is his 14th appearance on the Podiatry Legends Podcast, and probably most controvesial. This time, we dive into a bold comparison: podiatry versus dentistry. We discuss why podiatry must stop underselling itself, the dangers of low-cost clinic setups, and how adopting a dental-style model could elevate the profession. From training standards and fees to public perception and professional respect, this episode is a call-to-arms for podiatrists everywhere. If you've ever wondered why dentistry commands higher fees and greater status, tune in as we unpack what podiatry can learn and how we can push the profession forward. We also discussed why there should be a STAR RATING SYSTEM for Podiatry clinics, because we are not all the same, and the public should be made aware of clinics that are a little dodgy.  Please share this episode with your podiatry friends, unless you don't have any.    Don't forget to look at my UPCOMING EVENTS. If you're looking for a speaker for an upcoming event, you can email me at tyson@podiatrylegends.com or tf@tysonfranklin.com, and we can discuss the range of topics I cover. Alternatively, you can visit my SPEAKERS PAGE.  Would You Like A Little Business Guidance?  A podiatrist I spoke with in early 2024 earned an additional $40,000 by following my advice from a 30-minute free Zoom call.  Think about it: you have everything to gain and nothing to lose, and it's not a TRAP. I'm not out to get you; I'm here to help you.  Please follow the link below to my calendar and schedule a free 30-minute Zoom call. I guarantee that after we talk, you will have far more clarity on what is best for you, your business and your career. ONLINE CALENDAR Types of Business Coaching I Offer I offer three coaching options: Monthly Scheduled Coaching Sessions (90 minutes) Hourly Ad Hoc Sessions - Book them as you need them (very popular) On-Site TEAM BUILDING & CREATIVITY DAYS - (must be booked three months in advance)  But let's have a chat first to see what best suits you. ONLINE CALENDAR Facebook Group: Podiatry Business Owners Club  Have you grabbed a copy of one of my books yet?  2014 – It's No Secret There's Money in Podiatry  2017 – It's No Secret There's Money in Small Business  

Nikki and Steve wade back into the glittery moral cesspool of Reddit's Am I The Ahole to professionally judge peeps about relationships, relatives, and rare foot conditions. Expect ethical quandaries, multiple entertaining tangents, and the faint whiff of relationship superiority. Nikki is now an ambassador for Club WPT Gold! Check out: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://clubwptgold.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use code NIKKI to sign up!  Follow the podcast on Insta: @shttheydonttellyou Follow Nikki on Insta: @NikkiLimo Follow Steve on Insta: @SteveGreeneComedy To visit our Patreon: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.patreon.com/stikki⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To watch the podcast on YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://bit.ly/STDTYPodYouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening, or by using this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://bit.ly/ShtTheyDontTellYou⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you want to support the show, and get all our episodes ad-free go to: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stdty.supercast.tech/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://bit.ly/ShtTheyDontTellYou⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To submit your questions/feedback, email us at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠podcast@nikki.limo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To call in with questions/feedback, leave us a voicemail at: (765) 734-0840 To watch more Nikki & Steve on YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.youtube.com/nikkilimo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To watch more of Nikki talking about Poker: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.twitch.tv/trickniks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To check out Nikki's Jewelry Line: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://kittensandcoffee.com⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of the Optimal Body Podcast, Dr. Jen and Dr. Dom welcome Dr. Courtney Conley and Dr. Jen Perez, co-founders of Gait Happens, for an insightful discussion on health optimization through foot health. They explore how foot health impacts overall well-being, exercise performance, and movement longevity, with a special focus on plantar fasciitis and other common issues that impact foot health. The conversation dispels myths about orthotics and highlights the importance of functional foot strength. Listeners receive practical health tips and learn how exercise and a holistic approach can optimize health and prevent pain.Movement Rx Program:Looking to make sure you are moving well at all stages of life?! That is why Doc Jen teamed up with Dr Courtney from Gait Happens and created the Movement Rx program with movement longevity in mind. It is never too late, or too early, to start focusing on this! We will all be starting as a community on August 1st! Also, as our special podcast listeners, you can still get the early-bird pricing using code OPTIMAL at checkout!LMNT Electrolytes: Free Gift with Purchase!Stay hydrated and energized with LMNT electrolytes—sodium, potassium, and magnesium for brain and body. Get a free gift with every purchase and try new flavors! Get your Free Gift now!Gait Happens Resources:Gait Happens WebsiteGait Happens InstagramGait Happens YoutubeGait Happens FacebookWe think you'll love:Get A Free Week on Jen Health!Jen's InstagramDom's InstagramYouTube ChannelFor full show notes and resources, visit: https://jen.health/podcast/419