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Episode 47: The #1 Mistake Holding General Practice Owners Back (And How Coaching Fixes It)


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Building a thriving practice isn’t just about working harder. It’s also about working smarter. But how do you navigate the inevitable challenges of ownership without getting lost in the noise of endless information? 

One of the most powerful ways to accelerate growth, avoid costly mistakes, and gain clarity is through coaching. But it isn't just about learning new strategies. Coaching is about developing the mindset, execution skills, and accountability that separate successful Practice Owners from those who stay stuck. 

In this episode, we dive into the true value of coaching — what it is, what it isn’t, and why it might just be the key to unlocking your next level of success.

Whether you're a Practice Owner looking to scale, a leader aiming to make better decisions, or simply someone who feels overwhelmed by the complexity of business growth, this conversation will shed light on how coaching can provide the clarity and confidence you need to move forward.

In this episode of the Scale My Clinic Podcast, you’ll learn:

  • How coaching differs from consultancy and why the depth of experience matters when choosing the right guidance (00:48)
  • Why following through on decisions is more important than simply knowing what to do (10:59)
  • The hidden cost of bad decisions (19:18)
  • Group vs. one-on-one coaching (27:35)
  • The hidden cost of hesitation and how inaction can result in lost revenue, lost time, and years of unnecessary struggle (40:05)

Coaching will help remove the roadblocks that are keeping you from growing. Whether it’s scaling your practice, improving leadership skills, or making better financial decisions, the right guidance can save you years of trial and error.



Resources

What Got You Here Won't Get You There by Marshall Goldsmith

Pick a Fight by David Burkus

The Road Less Stupid by Keith J. Cunningham

Dunning–Kruger Effect

Scaling Up by Verne Harnish

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P.S. Whenever you're ready, here are 4 ways we can help you grow your General Practice without burning out:

  1. Ask Us Anything (Free Support): Post your toughest Practice question in the SGPO Facebook Group and get answers from us + 1,000 Owners who "get it." [Click here]
  2. Sharpen Your Skills: Join one of our regular live workshops. Practical, proven tactics for recruitment, team performance, and profit tailored to Owners juggling it all. [Click to Register]
  3. Get the Blueprint: Watch the free Practice Success Blueprint Training; the proven roadmap Owners use to grow profit, reclaim time, build trusted teams, and protect legacy. [Watch Training Now]
  4. Explore Working With Us: We partner hands-on with a select group of GP Owners each year. Your free Practice Growth Call is where we'll diagnose your biggest constraint, map next steps, and see if there's a fit to work together. [Click to Book Your Call]


Missed the previous Episode?

Listen to Episode 46 here: Mastering Financial Systems in General Practice: Build and Maintain a Profitable Clinic with Ryan Sela Part 2

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Scale My ClinicBy Dr. Sachin Patel & Dr. Todd Cameron