Group Practice Accelerator

The recent FTC Ruling on non-competes touched off a powder keg of activity in the legal world that has left businesses of all sorts scrambling. Bart Walker, Partner at McGuireWoods, joins us to dive into what the ruling says and what might happen in the coming months. And we take a dive into how you should be compartmentalizing your time to "protect yourself from yourself." If you want to become a better CEO, then join us in the upcoming Ascendant Executive course in July: https://polarishealthcarepartners.com/ascendant-executive/

Questions about the Ascendant Executive course or the Catalyst Project? DM me at: [email protected]

"M&A Activity" is always a topic that's in high demand from our audience, but we don't often the get the Buy-Side perspective. Bart Walker, Partner at McGuireWoods lives in that world, so he joins me to dive into everything from trends to prognostications for where we find ourselves. And I take a deep dive into a "Thinking Tool" I use often called a Quadrant Model. If you want to become a better CEO, then join me in the upcoming Ascendant Executive course in July: https://polarishealthcarepartners.com/ascendant-executive/

Questions about the Ascendant Executive course or the Catalyst Project? DM me at: [email protected]

In today's episode, I dig deep into one specific skill that nobody really considers, but one that usually adds up into viable financial results. I also share a quote from Jack Welch, legendary Chairman and CEO of GE, that distills the essence of what made him such an effective leader. And if you're looking to become a more effective leader for the business you're aspiring to build, then join us in the Ascendant Executive program! The next session opens in July and you can enroll here: https://polarishealthcarepartners.com/ascendant-executive/

We're starting to notice 3 positive trends that bode very well for the balance of 2024 and into 2025, and they'll impact you regardless of whether you're intending to exit or intending to grow. Tune in for the details!

One of our longest tenured employees, Kyle Webster, joins me on the show today to dive deeper into M&A markets as well as the details of due diligence - our side as well as the buy-side! Kyle is a new voice to many of you, but you'll immediately hear why he's such a valuable resource to our clients.

By now you've all heard about the lengthy due diligence processes of many buyers due to the tightening credit markets and less margin for error. Have you ever thought about the same due diligence from a seller perspective? If you're contemplating going to market, you should! I bring Diwakar behind the mic once again to share some insights into how you should look at finding the right partner for your next phase of growth.

There are a lot of people in our audience who are either thinking about creating a group practice or they are very early on in the process. Here's a hint: sometimes creating success is simply avoiding failure early on. I know that's overly simplistic, but it's totally true. On today's episode I break down several key factors critical to success in early stage groups. The group of 16 people who joined me for the recent Catalyst Project session were incredibly engaged and, frankly, a lot of fun - so much so that we're going to host another six-week session in May. If you're in the early stages of growth for your business and for yourself personally, then make a point to enroll. Here's the link: https://polarishealthcarepartners.com/catalyst/

Why are we getting so much interest in debt restructuring and credit facilities when lending rates are so high?! Diwakar joins me on the show today to dive deep into his prognostication for where rates will be as well as how you should be proactively thinking about your current relationship through the next phase of growth of your business.

The current state of borrowing can be arduous if you're trying to access capital, so maintaining a healthy relationship with your current bank is mission critical. Diwakar joins me on the show today to share some stories and insights into some current client challenges - and how you can avoid them yourself.

Looking to learn more ways to effectively grow your own enterprise? Join us in Puerto Rico for Accelerate 2024. Details here: https://polarishealthcarepartners.com/accelerate/

Has "the Bubble Burst" in the M&A markets?! Well, judging from some of your reactions to our recent article in Dental Economics, we may need to share some further insights. What about the business and the industry fundamentals? How did we get "here?" And what about how we should think about the future? Tune in!