Choosing a business partner in group practice is one of the most important — and most misunderstood — decisions founders make. In this solo episode of Your Group Practice, Dan King breaks down when you actually need a partner, and how to choose the right one if you do.

Dan starts by challenging a common assumption: not every business needs a partner. If your goal is to build a lifestyle practice, you may not need one at all. But if your ambition is to build something larger, more complex, and enduring, the case for a partner becomes significantly stronger — especially in mental health, where complexity, regulation, and human impact are high.

From there, Dan introduces a powerful guiding principle: would you marry this person? This question reframes partnership as a long-term, high-stakes commitment — one that requires deep trust, alignment, and resilience.

He then outlines three critical criteria for choosing the right partner:

•  Complementary skill sets that expand decision-making capacity 
•  Integrity you can trust at a gut level 
•  Alignment on mission, vision, and long-term ambition 

This episode is a practical framework for group practice owners navigating growth decisions and considering partnership as a path forward.

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About the Host

Dan King is a lawyer turned private equity founder with a passion for fixing burnout in mental health. With a background in M&A, Shark Tank deals, and psychology, he now leads Fireside Strategic — investing in group practices that put people first.

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• Website: firesidestrategic.com