The P.T. Entrepreneur Podcast Ep817 | Who The Auto-Pilot Practice Is Perfect For
May 22, 2025
27:54
The Clinician’s Compass Part 2: Is the Autopilot Practice the Right Fit for You?
In this episode, Doc Danny continues his 3-part series based on his new book, The Clinician’s Compass. This time, he explores the Autopilot Practice—the most popular model among PT Biz clients. It’s built for clinicians who want time freedom, financial stability, and a business that can function (and grow) without them.
🔑 Key Takeaways- What Is an Autopilot Practice? – A clinic doing $500K–$3M in revenue where the owner has fully or mostly removed themselves from daily operations.
- Time Freedom Is the Goal – Unlike the lifestyle model, this one gives you the option to reclaim your time for family, hobbies, other businesses, or simply rest.
- It’s Sellable – This model builds true enterprise value, giving you the option to sell your clinic for a significant return or hold it as a long-term passive income asset.
- You're Replacing Yourself – Clinically, administratively, and operationally. That means investing in systems, people, and culture to make it all run.
- Lower Margins, More Leverage – You’ll keep a smaller percentage of revenue, but have more freedom and impact. And the hourly ROI can still exceed a lifestyle practice.
"Your business should support your life—not become your life. The autopilot practice is about freedom and optionality."
🎯 Who It’s For- ✅ Clinicians who want to step back from day-to-day treatment
- ✅ Entrepreneurs seeking time flexibility and scalable income
- ✅ Parents who want to be present for their families
- ✅ Those looking to build and eventually sell a valuable business asset
- ✅ The difference between lifestyle and autopilot practices
- ✅ What it takes to remove yourself from your business
- ✅ Why reinvestment, leadership, and culture are critical
- ✅ How to think about ROI per hour, not just net profit
Want help deciding if the Autopilot Practice is the right path for you?
Stay tuned for Part 3 of the series, where we dive into the Home Run Practice—designed for those who want to scale big and build a true empire.