Most practice owners believe burnout is just part of the job — long hours, heavy workloads, and endless demands. But what if burnout isn’t a personal flaw… what if it’s a system problem?

In this episode of the Private Practice Owners Podcast, host Adam Robin sits down with Kelly Higdon, co-founder of zynnyme, therapist, business coach, and author of Therapist Burnout. Kelly has spent the last 15 years helping practice owners rebuild their businesses (and their lives) from the ground up — without losing themselves in the process.

They dive deep into:

• Why burnout isn’t about self-care — it’s about broken systems
• How personal growth and leadership maturity shape business success
• The hidden mental and emotional patterns that block execution
• Why alignment, not hustle, creates sustainable progress
• The surprising connection between self-compassion and team performance
• How to build a practice that serves both your clients and your life

If you’ve ever felt stuck in survival mode — doing “all the things” but never feeling at peace — this episode will help you rethink how you lead, grow, and take care of yourself while running a thriving business.

🎙️ Learn how to lead from alignment, not exhaustion.

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Most practice owners think profitability and patient care are at odds—you either make money or you do right by your patients. The truth? You can (and must) do both.

In this episode of the Private Practice Owners Podcast, Adam Robin sits down with Dan Neissany—physical therapist turned entrepreneur, healthcare consultant, podcast host, and co-founder of Best Practice Strategies. Dan’s mission is simple: help practices grow without burning out.

They dig into:

• Why money isn’t evil—and how profitability actually fuels better patient care
• The tough conversations practice owners avoid (and why avoidance kills progress)
• How data-driven decisions reveal hidden profit leaks and growth opportunities
• The mindset difference between thriving owners and struggling ones
• Why systems, accountability, and leadership—not just hard work—are the real drivers of success

If you’ve ever felt torn between helping patients and making a profit, this episode will reframe what it means to run a business that serves everyone—patients, employees, and you.

🎙️ Learn how to balance care and cash flow without compromise.

👉 Connect with Dan at tbpstrategies.com or find him on social media @DanNeissany. Links in the show notes.

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Are you still doing it all in your private practice? The administrative tasks, the scheduling, the follow-ups – it's a one-way ticket to burnout. In this episode, Adam Robin of Inbox Zero, a company that specializes in connecting healthcare practices with top-tier VAs, talks with Nathan Shields about these two modern yet under-utilized resources. We dive into how leveraging virtual assistants and cutting-edge AI isn't just a luxury but an essential strategy for modern practice owners.

Adam and I reveal the two-pronged approach that can completely transform your workflow: delegating routine tasks to a VA and using AI to automate the rest. We break down exactly how this powerful combination frees up your time, slashes overhead, and allows you to focus on what matters most: your patients and the growth of your business. If you're ready to move from working in your practice to working on it, this episode is your roadmap.

For more info on how Nathan and Adam can transform your business, go to www.ppoclub.com and book a call with us.

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Most practice owners dream about freedom, growth, and leading a thriving team—but few are willing to suffer through the grind it takes to get there. Jeffrey Smith is one of those rare owners who bet big on himself… and won.

In this episode of the Private Practice Owners Podcast, Adam Robin sits down with Jeff Smith, owner and CEO of Alpenglow Physical Therapy in Billings, Montana. Jeff launched his practice in June 2023, joined PPO Club Coaching just a few months later, and in less than two years has scaled from an 8x8 room in the back of a gym to a 3,200 sq. ft. clinic with five PTs.

They dig into:

• Why Jeff knew—even in PT school—that he was destined to be a practice owner
• The sacrifices and sleepless nights it took to go from solo hustler to CEO
• The hard decisions (and risks) that became breakthroughs
• How to lead employees without micromanaging or being “the answer guy”
• Why betting on yourself is always the safest bet

If you’ve ever wondered whether you have what it takes to step out, take the leap, and build something bigger than yourself—Jeff’s story is proof that you can.

🎙️ Learn how one owner turned vision into reality, and why the best investment you’ll ever make is in yourself.

👉 Connect with Jeff at [email protected] and check the show notes for links and resources.

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Most practice owners work 60+ hours a week trying to grow their business – yet when it comes to their personal and business finances, most are flying blind. What if you had a simple “financial plan of care” that gave you clarity, confidence, and a roadmap for building real wealth?

In this episode of the Private Practice Owners Podcast, Adam Robin sits down with John Askin, a financial planner who specializes in helping clinicians and practice owners take control of their money. John shares his journey from Division I soccer player to financial coach for practice owners, and explains why most clinicians never learned how to extract wealth from their business.

They dig into:

• Why cash flow is the number one metric owners must know cold
• How to separate business and personal finances so both thrive
• Why your business is not your retirement plan and how to fix that
• The “financial plan of care” framework that mirrors how PTs guide patients through rehab
• Why paying yourself first isn’t selfish – it’s essential

If you’ve ever felt like your practice is growing but your personal wealth isn’t keeping up, this episode will challenge your perspective and give you a path forward.

🎙️ Learn how to build financial health in your business and at home without the overwhelm.

👉 Connect with John on LinkedIn, check out his YouTube channel, and find resources linked in the show notes.

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Most private practice owners want to diversify revenue—but the thought of managing inventory, upfront costs, and admin headaches kills the idea before it starts. What if there was a way to add meaningful value for your patients and create a new stream of income, without adding work to your plate?

In this episode of the Private Practice Owners Podcast, Adam Robin sits down with the founders of LASO Wellness—Ron Cappello (CEO), Tanny Crawford (Senior Advisor), and Greg Perry (Strategy)—to unpack a new model for bringing supplements and wellness products into private practices the right way.

They dive into:

• The “three no’s” that make this model a no-brainer: no capital, no admin burden, no inventory
• Why supplements are more about solving, not selling 
• How recovery, sleep, gut health, and joint health products can accelerate patient outcomes
• Why nutritional guidance builds trust, compliance, and profitability
• How LASO’s done-for-you systems and field support make integration seamless

If you’ve ever wanted to boost revenue and patient results without piling more on your plate, this conversation will open your eyes to what’s possible.

🎙️ Learn how to add value, elevate patient care, and unlock new profits with zero risk.

👉 Explore more at lasowellness.com and check the show notes for resources and links.

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In this powerhouse episode, Dr. Adam Robin sits down with entrepreneur, investor, and unapologetic capitalist Paul Singh, CEO of Strata PT, for an unfiltered conversation on building successful businesses—inside and outside of healthcare.

Paul has invested in over 3,200 companies across multiple industries, giving him a rare, big-picture perspective on what really drives growth. He shares why the core challenges in healthcare mirror those in other industries, and how private practice owners can leverage proven business principles to scale smarter.

They dive into:

• The surprising similarities between healthcare and other industries
• Key business lessons from investing in 3,200 companies
• How Strata PT is helping PT, OT, SLP, and ABA clinics run stronger
• The mindset shifts every owner needs to compete and win
• Why focusing on fundamentals will always beat chasing trends

If you’re ready to think bigger about your private practice and borrow success strategies from the best in business, this is a must-listen episode.

🎙️ Get ready to take notes, take action, and take control of your growth.

And don’t miss the upcoming Private Practice Owners Club Conference where conversations like this go even deeper. Register now at ppoclubevents.com/homepage

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Mark Callanen, PT, DPT of Enovis breaks down the clinical science, real-world applications, and business implications of Shockwave and Lightforce laser technologies—helping private practice owners understand not just how they work, but why they may be worth considering. Nathan Shields explores these two cutting-edge modalities making waves in the physical therapy world.

You’ll learn:

• What conditions respond best to Shockwave and Laser treatment
• How these modalities fit into a plan of care without replacing manual therapy
• Clinical results and patient satisfaction trends
• Key financial considerations: ROI, reimbursement, and cash-based opportunities
• How these tools can help differentiate your clinic in a crowded market

To get more information directly, go to this link: https://learn.chattanoogarehab.com/ppo-club-jul-fb-live

Whether you're skeptical, curious, or ready to invest, this episode will help you make a smarter decision for your patients and your bottom line.

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Spencer Shoemaker took Performance Therapy from 5 clinics to 23 in just a few years expanding across multiple specialties including pediatrics, OT, speech, ABA, chiropractic, pelvic health, and sports performance. His growth hasn’t come from luck, it’s come from vision, tough leadership, and the ability to find the right people to bring ideas to life.

In this episode of the Private Practice Owners Club Podcast, Nathan Shields sits down with Spencer to unpack how visionaries can turn ideas into reality without getting buried in the details.

They dive into:

• The visionary trap most owners fall into (and how to avoid shiny object syndrome)
• Why holding providers accountable to KPIs is non-negotiable
• How to recruit and align top talent around your vision
• The “Who, not How” mindset that unlocks rapid expansion
• Practical steps for testing and launching new specialties inside your practice

If you’ve ever felt stuck between having big ideas and actually executing them, this conversation is the playbook.

🎙️ And don’t miss Spencer live at the Private Practice Owners Club Conference, October 2–4, 2025, in Destin, FL, where he’ll go deeper on building team buy-in and leading through growth.

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Blaine Stimac started with one small clinic in Kalispell, Montana. Today, he’s the founder and CEO of Health & Rehab Solutions, leading 40 clinics across five states. Few people in our industry have navigated the growth journey at that scale—and even fewer can break it down as clearly as Blaine.

In this episode of the Private Practice Owners Club Podcast, Nathan Shields sits down with Blaine to unpack the five phases of private practice growth—from the scrappy early days of solvency to scaling multiple clinics with strong leadership teams.

They dive into:

• The hidden challenges in each phase of ownership (and why most stall out in Phase 2)
• How to know when it’s time to hire, expand, or shift your focus
• Why profits aren’t linear—and what to expect as you grow
• The leadership leap every owner must make to scale beyond themselves
• How to keep your systems running even when you step away

If you’ve ever wondered, “What’s next for my practice?”—this episode will give you the roadmap.

🎙️ Blaine will also be a keynote speaker at the Private Practice Owners Club Conference, October 2–4, 2025, in Destin, FL, where he’ll go deeper into the financials of scaling.

Don’t just survive the growth journey—master it.

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