E82 Behind the Scenes of a 7 Figure Practice with Dr. Sara Nelson

In this episode of The Wealthy Practitioner Podcast, Steph welcomes Dr. Sara Nelson for a raw and transformative conversation about her entrepreneurial journey from associate to million-dollar practice owner. Through candid discussions about ego, identity, and the real challenges of scaling a practice, they explore how expanding from a boutique clinic to a 3,800 square foot facility with a 12-person team impacted both business metrics and personal growth. Dr. Sara shares her heart-centered approach to leadership, maintaining profitability during expansion, and the powerful mindset shifts that helped her navigate seeing red on the balance sheet for the first time after years of really healthy profit margins. This episode delivers practical wisdom for practitioners ready to scale while maintaining authenticity, fostering team dynamics, and embracing personal evolution.

00:00 Introduction
00:25 Early Career and Initial Challenges
01:36 Ego, Identity, and Entrepreneurship
03:37 Building a Successful Practice
04:37 Expansion and Financial Struggles
07:11 Personal Growth and Identity
13:27 Leadership and Team Building
21:16 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

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