How to Start a Group Practice in 2022

Self-Doubt Sucks, Doesn't It?

How often do you have an incredibly creative idea, something that excites you, only to convince yourself that it's not possible?

I get it. I've been there. Hell, I fucking live there more often than not. I'm not sure that self-doubt, insecurity, impostor syndrome, etc., ever go away. I am sure that they become less paralyzing though.

My coaching business, group practice, podcast, and entrepreneurial retreats, all have one thing in common.

• Big Idea = Excitement!!!! HELL YES, THIS IS AMAZING.....AHHHHHHHH
• Self Doubt = This is a great idea but not for you. This idea is better for people A, B, C,...
• Bounce ideas off of colleagues, friends, and people I trust that are supportive
• Decide to put the idea out to the world without an actual plan (Imperfect Action)
• Make that shit happen!!!
• Doubt Myself throughout the entirety of the process
• Do IT ANYWAY!!!!

Put your idea out to the world, regardless of how scary and overwhelming it feels. You deserve to. Doubt Yourself And Do It Anyway!

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A Thanks to Our Sponsor!

I would also like to thank Embark EMR for sponsoring this episode.

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A Thanks to Our Sponsor, The Receptionist for iPad!

I would also like to thank The Receptionist for iPad for sponsoring this episode. As you prepare for the new year as a private practice owner, one area of your business where you might be able to level up your client experience is from the moment that they enter your office and check in with you. For many private practices, the client check-in process can be a bit awkward and confusing. Clients often enter into an empty waiting room. And chances are you're wrapping up a session with someone else, so there's no way of knowing when they arrive. With a visitor management system like The Receptionist for iPad, you can provide clients with a discreet and secure way to check in for their appointment while instantly being notified of their arrival. What's more, The Receptionist offers an iPad list check-in option where clients can scan a QR code to check in, which negates the need for you to buy an iPad and stand. Go to thereceptionist.com/privatepractice and sign up for a free 14-day trial. When you do, you'll get your first month free. And don't forget to ask about our iPad list check-in option.

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The Receptionist for iPad

I want to thank The Receptionist for iPad for sponsoring this episode. From new patients faced with an empty lobby and no idea where to find their therapist to clinicians with a session running over time and the doorbell ringing, some of the most anxiety-ridden moments of a therapy appointment happen before a session even starts. The Receptionist for iPad, helps you tackle some of that pre-appointment apprehension and anxiety. The Receptionist for iPad is an easy-to-use digital client check-in system that helps your visitors check in securely to their appointments and notify their practitioners of their arrival via SMS, email, or your preferred channel. No more confusion, and less lobby checking or having clients sign in on paper logbooks. It can even help you upgrade and update your demographic information for your clients as well and even validate parking. Start a 14-day free trial of the Receptionist for iPad by going to thereceptionist.com/privatepractice. Make sure to start your trial with that link and you'll also get your first month free if you decide to sign up.

Resilient Mind Counseling

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