April 13, 2026

#53: The Biggest Mistake Physicians Make When Starting a Private Practice

12 minutes

I just released my book, Private Practice, On Purpose. And this episode is pulled straight from its core message.

If you’re thinking about starting a private practice, this is one of the biggest mistakes I see physicians make… and how to avoid it.

In this episode:

Why starting with “how” can lead you in the wrong direction

What it actually means to build a practice on purpose

The key decisions that shape your practice (and your life)

If you’re in the early stages, or already building but something feels off, this is for you.

Check out my new book, Private Practice, On Purpose! It's available on Amazon! Please share it with a colleague who may be considering private practice too!

📌 Resources:

Wondering if Private Practice is right for you?

Take the Private Practice Readiness Quiz!

This quiz will help you identify where you fall on the readiness spectrum—and what your next best step should be.

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If you want step-by-step guidance to build your practice business plan, check out my new digital course: Plan to Practice. It's a short course designed to take you from scattered practice ideas to a detailed, individualized business plan. Learn more about the course by going to hangingashingle.com/ptp

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✨ Interested in 1:1 coaching?

If you want support building your practice with clarity, intention, and a plan that fits your life, I offer personalized 1:1 coaching for physicians.

Click here to learn more about 1:1 coaching.

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

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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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April 13, 2026

#53: The Biggest Mistake Physicians Make When Starting a Private Practice

12 minutes

I just released my book, Private Practice, On Purpose. And this episode is pulled straight from its core message.

If you’re thinking about starting a private practice, this is one of the biggest mistakes I see physicians make… and how to avoid it.

In this episode:

Why starting with “how” can lead you in the wrong direction

What it actually means to build a practice on purpose

The key decisions that shape your practice (and your life)

If you’re in the early stages, or already building but something feels off, this is for you.

Check out my new book, Private Practice, On Purpose! It's available on Amazon! Please share it with a colleague who may be considering private practice too!

📌 Resources:

Wondering if Private Practice is right for you?

Take the Private Practice Readiness Quiz!

This quiz will help you identify where you fall on the readiness spectrum—and what your next best step should be.

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✨ Interested in 1:1 coaching?

If you want support building your practice with clarity, intention, and a plan that fits your life, I offer personalized 1:1 coaching for physicians.

Click here to learn more about 1:1 coaching.

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

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Social Media Communities: