I call it "Clinic Blindness" because you can't see it. When you are too close to something, you can lack a point of view. It can be hard to see what is directly in front of you that is impeding your growth as a practice. Little changes lead to massive success is true, but what change should you make first? Here it is: Overcome Clinic Blindness! This presentation on "Overcoming Clinic Blindness" can help you find a path and the vision to see yourself get to your destination. Click on the link bel...
Jun 05, 2024•27 min
We need to deliver care in a fiscally responsible manner. That means we need to deliver great care AND make money! Setting appropriate benchmarks of expectations upon your clinical team that permits you and them to view what they are doing to bring about a heightened financial viability is crucial. I always say that the only way to make more money is to make more money. Don't leave money on the table by failing to set and manage with your Standards of Care benchmark metrics. Coaching Program #1 ...
May 15, 2024•12 min
Asking for referrals from you super happy patients can feel pretty salesy, but if you have that viewpoint, you have the wrong viewpoint. You are in the business of helping people live pain-free lives and I believe it should be to help as many people as possible. We spend money on ads, we knock on doors, hold events and so many things, but do we ask a patient, "Who do you know who needs my help?" You might be surprised with the impact this simple question can make. Coaching Program #1 Coaching pr...
May 15, 2024•20 min
Description: How do you implement something you've learned to better run your practice when you have no time? The answer is one bite at a time with dedicated focus. This presentation will cover: Are you the Tortoise or the Hare? (Who got distracted?) How to manage distractions during your admin time. Learn the "Teflon Drill" to get others to solve problems. Find out the 4 D's of Time Management Remember: “Little changes lead to massive success!” Coaching Program #1 Coaching program post-roll #1 ...
Apr 22, 2024•31 min
In this episode, I want to share with you The Private Practice Blueprint Importance of Drive and Goal Setting : The critical role of 'drive' in distinguishing highly successful practices from moderately successful ones and stresses the necessity of clear, actionable goal setting. Strategic Planning and Team Alignment : The importance of having a well-thought-out strategic plan (practice blueprint) and the need for team alignment to achieve these plans effectively. Operational Efficiency : I intr...
Apr 15, 2024•16 min
Patients will tell you anything. It is shocking the "secrets" they tell you. In this episode, I will go over the value of this relationship and how you can leverage the relationship to grow your practice. Physical Therapists as "Hairdressers of Healthcare" : Discusses the unique, trust-based relationship physical therapists build with patients, akin to hairdressers, due to the personal nature of their interactions. Marketing Challenges : Addresses the difficulties in standing out in a crowded ma...
Apr 15, 2024•19 min
In this podcast, The Fundamentals of Practice Management we will cover the following: Introduction to Practice Management Challenges : Shaun Kirk addresses the common administrative challenges faced by practice managers in busy healthcare settings, using a Texas practice as a case study. Staffing and Time Management : Discusses issues with staff shortages and the critical need for effective time management among clinic directors who are overwhelmed with daily tasks. Strategic Planning : Emphasiz...
Apr 15, 2024•25 min
In this podcast, I will share many successful actions to knock down walls, to help you build your MD referrals and relationships. I am definitely not a fan of having a PT practice owner knock on doors, but I'm a huge fan of training up a staff member to do this for you. Have a pen ready. Coaching Program #1 Coaching program post-roll #1 Schedule a consult with Shaun by visiting https://ptpracticesuccess.com...
Dec 15, 2023•27 min
Every client I am working with currently needs staff. It is good that they are growing but really annoying how much challenge some are having at finding qualified applicants. Since the options are limited, ...it's VITAL that we know how to effectively interview in such a way ...that gets the applicant humping your leg for the opportunity to work with you. Let's go over how to hire the best of the best for your practice. Coaching Program #1 Coaching program post-roll #1 Schedule a consult with Sh...
Dec 12, 2023•32 min
This podcast episode is from a presentation I delivered some time ago. There is a lot of information in this presentation that I believe may be helpful. Perhaps there is just ONE thing that you may change that could improve things for your practice and help you rise above simply surviving to actually thriving in private practice. (I think there is more than one thing to learn from this podcast) Will you just Survive or can you Thrive? Coaching Program #1 Coaching program post-roll #1 Schedule a ...
Nov 21, 2023•59 min
I want to deliver this week's podcast on the impact of morale and lost income. I am not just talking about your staff morale, ...but your patient's morale also, ...and the impact their negative attitude may have on your success, ...and what you could do about it. What we'll delve into: The often overlooked financial impact of low workplace morale. After visiting over 300 clinics, I have a lot to share about how a positive environment impacts your practice's financial health. I will cover practic...
Nov 15, 2023•25 min
If you know me at all, you'd know I seldom delve into how to write progress notes. So, this must be something different... Well, it is... I am a firm believer that little changes lead to massive success. So, what I am going to cover in this podcast is how to implement ONE THING. One thing that will provide your referring doctors precisely what they're looking for when receiving a progress note. Okay, maybe it still doesn't sound sexy. Perhaps it is so simple that you won't believe just how power...
Oct 24, 2023•19 min
A few months ago I delivered what I believe was a great presentation on having a winning mindset as a physical therapy practice owner. This was given to a Private Facebook Group that you're more than welcome to join. It isn't very long and you could play it faster, if you believe I talk too slow. I feel like you'll find something in this podcast that can you use right away to improve your practice. Coaching Program #1 Coaching program post-roll #1 Schedule a consult with Shaun by visiting https:...
Oct 17, 2023•35 min
In this episode of the podcast I break down what are the three pillars of success for private practice business owners along with real-life examples that follow these principles. Other topics I cover inside this episode are: The WORST mistake you can make as a growing private practice A game plan for the types of roles to hire as your practice grows The importance of marketing -- and not just when things are looking rough The power of “boots on the ground” mentality to your promotion The surefir...
Aug 08, 2023•25 min
In this podcast called, "Productivity Hacks!", I will go over my recommendations of fundamental actions to manage a team. The game is to beat last week. If you can do that week over week, you will win big. Consistent actions make all the difference in the world. This information delivered in this presentation, WHEN APPLIED will be the foundational to building a strong, accountable and efficient team. We have a Facebook Group called, PT Growth Strategies for Insurance-Based Practices. It is free ...
May 18, 2023•25 min
I was talking to a Clinic Director of one of my clients recently who felt VERY uncomfortable getting buy-in from his patients on the expected frequency and duration of care to effectively resolve their condition. He was afraid of being too "salesy" or being too focused on the money than their condition. He asked me a ton of questions. "What do you do when..." "What do you say if..." "What if they have Blah, blah... You know what I mean. We have a Facebook Group called, PT Growth Strategies for I...
May 17, 2023•14 min•Ep. 13
In this episode, you will hear Nathan Sheild's "unplugged" as he shares his story of becoming a private practice owner and what to do to get to the highest level. Listen to this episode to discover: Does it take a lot to start your own practice? What is the catalyst to becoming a private practice business owner ? Learn how to stop sacrificing your personal freedom and solve successfully running your practice. Why you should stop calling yourself a physical therapist but call yourself a business ...
Nov 18, 2022•42 min•Ep. 12
I had the unique opportunity to be a guest on Nathan Shields' podcast with PT Owners Club. Get ready to hear about: The KEY statistic that determines financial viability in your practice. How to be more comfortable changing direction toward increasing productivity and efficiency. How to make more revenue per week. Two simple actions that can take the "brick" off of your practice, and more... Schedule a consult with Shaun by visiting PTPracticeSuccess.com Coaching Program #1 Coaching program post...
Nov 02, 2022•46 min•Ep. 11
This podcast is taken from a webinar delivered by Shaun Kirk in Feb 2022 entitled "How to Become More Profitable in Today's Shrinking Reimbursement Environment". This is part one of a two-part series. Get ready to learn: What 3 things determine your profitability in business? What does "leadership" actually mean? What's the one thing that makes your staff roll their eyes when you start to talk about it? How to get agreement and cooperation from your staff, so that getting things done is immensel...
Jun 30, 2022•27 min
Listen to this episode to find out: How simple is it to find good people? Learn a quick exercise you can do to drastically change your hiring efforts and results for the better! How important is the granting of the importance of people and what happens when you do it? How do you get your staff to feel a real belonging to your practice? What 3 things you must look at in regard to retaining the best staff? How to set expectations of what is really needed and wanted from your staff without causing ...
May 10, 2022•32 min•Ep. 10
In this episode you will learn: How to add fuel to your purpose and reach your goals The difference between a goal and a dream. What does a purpose need to succeed? When does life become work? What 3 vital things must be present for you to have long term success in your practice? How to create an economically viable practice with or without your presence. Where does the "fuel" for your practice come from? What type of character should you look for in a prospect when hiring, so that you know this...
Apr 07, 2022•28 min•Ep. 9
In this episode we will be talking about getting patients to refer their friends and family. Listen to the show to learn: My special formula for getting patients to refer people to you. Why "sales" is not a dirty thing. How powerful a "well placed silence" in a conversation can be, and how to use it. How I had one patient send me 26 referrals! Schedule a consult with Shaun by visiting PTPracticeSuccess.com Coaching Program #1 Coaching program post-roll #1 Schedule a consult with Shaun by visitin...
Mar 17, 2022•19 min•Ep. 8
In this episode we will cover the basic actions to build a productive team. Such as: What should you do every day, every morning? What should you ask every staff member every morning? How do you get your staff to own their statistics? What you should never do with a staff member, which will prevent heavy overwork on your part. The best way to get your team to come together and focus on productivity which results in practice growth. How to set proper benchmarks. What key statistics should you be ...
Feb 18, 2022•20 min•Ep. 7
Learn the 8 questions to ask in your hiring interviews to take the "mask" off in would-be hires. What's the main thing you are looking for when asking questions? (it has NOTHING to do with their answer) What a person with a "mask" on WON'T tell you in an interview. Should you ask prospects "What do you hate about your current job?" A surefire way to find out if your prospect will be a troulemaker even before you hire them. What is the last question you should ask them in an interview? When to ke...
Feb 14, 2022•23 min
In this episode I'll be covering how to hire clinical staff and specifically: Things you can do that can better your chance of them saying yes to you How to qualify people and find out if they are a good fit or not. What leads up to them picking you over someone else. The proper steps to take to be ready for an interview How to get a desirable applicant to see himself working with you, even before you hire him. How to make applicants feel safe and "take their mask off" so you see the real person...
Feb 02, 2022•27 min•Ep. 5
In this episode, I go over my story of how I went from the biggest loser in the room to having a booming, successful practice that I eventually sold to help other PTs with their own practices. Listen to discover: Why are you not successful (or as successful as you want to be) What to do to find lost revenue in your practice that can be recovered immediately! What to do if you are feeling desperate, lost, or dejected How it doesn't matter what your situation is when you start, but that you can al...
Dec 30, 2021•33 min•Ep. 4
In this episode, I ask the question to practice owners: "Could you survive without insurance?" I guess the real question is, "Can you sell?" Because if you have cash-based services you need to be able to sell them. This podcast tells you how. In this episode you'll learn: Why Shaun "sucked" at sales in his early years What to do when a patient asks "How much does it cost?" You'll learn how to correctly finish this sentence in a sales discussion: "The first one to speak is __________" Learn easil...
Dec 21, 2021•21 min•Ep. 3
Learn how to handle weakness at the front desk and with schedule book control to recover a tremendous amount of lost income for your practice. Discover such things as: The TRUE value of your receptionist and how they are VITAL to recovering lost income How to get people to keep their appointment and achieve a high percentage of arrivals Where the POWER behind good schedule book control really comes from Why a low arrival rate is almost NEVER the problem of the front desk What clinicians MUST say...
Dec 17, 2021•19 min•Ep. 2
In this episode, we go over the 6 points of practice management. Find out about how you can catapult your practice to new heights by visiting : PTPracticeSuccess.com Schedule a chat with Shaun. Click: HERE! Coaching Program #1 Coaching program post-roll #1 Schedule a consult with Shaun by visiting https://ptpracticesuccess.com...
Dec 17, 2021•7 min•Ep. 1
