August 18, 2025

#19: What Most Doctors Skip When Starting a Practice — and Regret Later

12 minutes

Too many doctors jump into building their private practice by focusing on the wrong first steps — and end up overwhelmed, burnt out, or stuck.

In this episode, I’m sharing the 3 foundational steps physicians often skip when starting a practice… and why skipping them can cost you time, money, and momentum.

Whether you’re just thinking about private practice or already halfway through the process, this episode will help you slow down, refocus, and build your practice on purpose.

You’ll learn:

Why your vision matters more than your website (yes, really)

How choosing your practice model early can prevent months of confusion

The startup planning mistake that causes most stress and overspending

This is one of those episodes that will either reassure you that you’re on track — or help you catch and fix what’s missing before it becomes a problem.

🔗 Links + Resources:

If you’re building your own private practice and want guidance from someone who’s done it successfully—I’d love to help.

Click here to learn more about 1:1 coaching.

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Social Media Communities:

Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices

Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson

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By Brittney Anderson, MD, FAAFP | Physician and Practice Owner

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2727 ratings

August 18, 2025

#19: What Most Doctors Skip When Starting a Practice — and Regret Later

12 minutes

Too many doctors jump into building their private practice by focusing on the wrong first steps — and end up overwhelmed, burnt out, or stuck.

In this episode, I’m sharing the 3 foundational steps physicians often skip when starting a practice… and why skipping them can cost you time, money, and momentum.

Whether you’re just thinking about private practice or already halfway through the process, this episode will help you slow down, refocus, and build your practice on purpose.

You’ll learn:

Why your vision matters more than your website (yes, really)

How choosing your practice model early can prevent months of confusion

The startup planning mistake that causes most stress and overspending

This is one of those episodes that will either reassure you that you’re on track — or help you catch and fix what’s missing before it becomes a problem.

🔗 Links + Resources:

If you’re building your own private practice and want guidance from someone who’s done it successfully—I’d love to help.

Click here to learn more about 1:1 coaching.

----

Want weekly emails with insightful tips for starting your private practice? Click here to subscribe!

----

Social Media Communities:

Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices

Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson

...more