Welcome back to another episode of the Female EmPOWERED Podcast! I’m your host, Christa Gurka, and today we have a fantastic episode featuring Dr. Amanda Frank, the founder and CEO of Uplift Physical Therapy in San Antonio, TX. If you’ve ever thought about starting your own physical therapy practice—or are curious about the world of pelvic health PT—this episode is a must-listen!

Dr. Amanda Frank shares her inspiring journey from being a military physical therapist to becoming a specialist in pelvic health and opening her own cash-based practice. She talks about how a personal pelvic health issue led her to this field and how she turned her passion into a thriving business. In just over two years, Uplift Physical Therapy has expanded to include 5 physical therapists and a dedicated front desk staff, with Amanda stepping fully into her role as a leader and CEO.

Key Takeaways from the Episode:

• Hire Slowly and Fire Fast: Amanda emphasizes the importance of taking your time to hire the right people for your team and not being afraid to let someone go if they're not a good fit.
• Staff Relationships and Communication: Understanding your staff's individual strengths, weaknesses, and motivations is crucial for building a strong team and a positive work environment.
• Emotional Management for Business Owners: Amanda talks about how business ownership requires emotional resilience. It's about responding thoughtfully rather than reacting emotionally and seeking objective evidence over assumptions.
• The Importance of Systems and Processes: While not the most glamorous part of business, investing in strong systems and processes has been a game-changer for Amanda’s practice, setting the foundation for sustainable growth.
• Building a Support Network: Business ownership can be isolating. Amanda stresses the value of having a network of other business owners who understand the unique challenges you face.

Connect with Amanda’s practice, Uplift Physical Therapy, on Instagram @UpliftPTP or on her website and follow her work for more insights on running a successful pelvic health PT business.

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Interested in being a guest or learning more about how to grow your practice? Reach out to me at [email protected]!