Private Practice Owners Club
Nathan Shields
Hosted by Nathan Shields who sold his PT clinics for 3x the national average!Do you own a physical therapy practice? If so, you know that running a successful business is no easy feat. There are so many challenges to overcome, from marketing and billing to recruiting, hiring and managing staff. Sometimes it feels like you're a one-man (or woman) army.That's where the Physical Therapy Owners Club podcast with host, Nathan Shields, comes in. We're here to help you know you're not alone. This podcast is meant to help you navigate the challenges of owning a PT practice and achieve greater profits, freedom, and the goals you set forth when you opened your clinc.In each episode, we'll talk to successful physical therapy owners about their experiences and share their insights on how to best run a PT clinic. Here are some examples of the Physical Therapy Owners Club Podcast's Topics & Highlights:1. Unveiling the Secrets of Successful Clinic OwnersWe delve into the minds of highly successful physical therapyclinic owners. Discover the essential traits, habits, and strategies that setthem apart from the competition. Get ready to unlock the secrets to building athriving practice that stands the test of time.2. Mastering the Art of Marketing for PT ClinicsWe bring you marketing gurus who have successfully harnessed thepower of digital and traditional marketing to grow their physical therapybusinesses exponentially. From social media strategies to community outreach,you'll gain valuable insights that will revolutionize your clinic's marketinggame.3. Building a Dream Team: Recruiting, Hiring, and On-Boarding/Training PhysicalTherapists and Top TalentYour team is the backbone of your practice's success. Learn fromHR experts and seasoned clinic owners as they spill the beans on effective recruitingand hiring practices, fostering a positive culture, and retainingtop-notch talent for the long haul.4. Mindset and Leadership for Clinic OwnersThe journey of a physical therapy practice owner is not withoutchallenges. Explore the power of a growth mindset, leadership development, andovercoming common entrepreneurial obstacles to lead your clinic confidentlytoward success.5. Scaling Up: Expanding Your Clinic's FootprintDreaming of expanding your physical therapy business? We’llexplore growth opportunities, opening multiple locations, and franchisingmodels for ambitious clinic owners aiming to take their practices to newmarkets.6. Financial Strategies for Sustainable GrowthFinancial health is critical for the long-term success of anybusiness. Tune in as financial experts share practical tips to manage yourclinic's finances efficiently, navigate insurance complexities, and maximizeprofitability without compromising patient care.7. Embracing Technology for Enhanced Patient CareWith technology advancing at lightning speed, learn how toharness cutting-edge tools, telehealth solutions, and software to optimizepatient outcomes and streamline your clinic's operations. We'll explore thelatest tech trends reshaping the physical therapy landscape.8. Navigating the World of Healthcare LegislationHealthcare legislation can be a maze of complexities thatsignificantly impact your practice's operations and profitability. Joinindustry experts as they break down the latest regulations, provide compliancetips, and share best practices to stay ahead of the curve and optimize yourclinic's performance.9. Nurturing Patient Relationships and Boosting Customer LoyaltyWord-of-mouth marketing remains one of the most potent tools forgrowing your clinic. Discover the art of patient engagement, improving patientexperiences, and cultivating lasting relationships to build a fiercely loyalcustomer base.10. Success Stories: Inspiring Case Studies from PT PracticeOwnersIf you're looking for a podcast that can take your physical therapy practice to the next level, the PT Owners Club wil do it! Join us on Facebook Group, too!
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Jul 29, 2025 • 40min
5 Things To Stand Out From The Rest In Your Community
Have you ever considered what it would take for you to stand out in your community, what you would have to do differently to grow your practice and make a bigger impact? In this episode, Nathan Shields and Adam Robin discuss the 5 things you must do if you want to generate the impact that you're seeking. You may be surprised to find that it doesn't require a significant amount a month, doesn't require any new equipment, and simply relies on improving your product and leveraging what you already have.These processes aren't new, but just well laid-out for Private Practice Owners to implement easily and quickly. And if you like the podcast and you're looking for more support in transforming your business, reach out to Adam at adam@ppoclub.com or book a call via our website: www.ppoclub.com.
Jul 22, 2025 • 1h 23min
The Industry Expert Roundtable (July 11) - Fill Your Practice And Enroll Your Team To Do The Hard Work With You
In this high-impact roundtable, Nathan Shields brings together three leading voices in the private practice space to tackle two of the biggest challenges clinic owners face today: filling your schedule with new patients and enrolling your team to take ownership in driving your business forward. Join expert panelists Adam Robin (co-owner of Private Practice Owners Club Coaching), Justin Gilligan, (founder of Carbon PT Marketing), and Greg Todd (creator of Smart Success Healthcare) share actionable insights, hard-won lessons, and proven strategies to help you stop doing it all yourself and start building a practice that runs with clarity, consistency, and collaboration. Whether you are a seasoned owner or scaling your first location, this episode is packed with the kind of wisdom that turns stress into systems and effort into results.Want to talk about how we can help you with your PT business, or have a question you want to ask? Book a call with Nathan - https://calendly.com/ptoclub/discoverycallLove the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://ptoclub.com/
Jul 15, 2025 • 43min
The Future Of Referrals In Your Practice W/ Dr. Joe Simon Of XPRT2ND
Be Among The First PTs To Empower Your Patients — And Get Paid Doing ItDive into a powerful conversation on ilovept.org’s XPRT2ND initiative, a PT-led movement transforming the way medical referrals are being made. Through a patient-first, surgery-last approach, orthopedic care has been greatly improved and made more accessible. What you’ll discover in this episode between Adam Robin and Joe Simon: A mission born from necessity. Learn how XPRT2ND empowers clinicians and patients with expert second opinions within 48 hours, ensuring truly medically necessary interventionsA win-win for PTs and patients. Physical therapists can help guide better orthopedic decisions, earn referral rewards, and solidify their role as essential healthcare advocatesHow to partner and grow. Hear about the affiliate model: early-access recruitment, access to marketing materials, pitch decks, and training designed to boost both patient care and revenue Join us as we explore how PTs can lead change, support better clinical outcomes, and grow their practice, all through a patient-first lens.Want to talk about how we can help you with your PT business, or have a question you want to ask? Book a call with Nathan - https://calendly.com/ptoclub/discoverycallLove the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://ptoclub.com/
Jul 8, 2025 • 47min
We Uncovered The 3 Top Challenges For Private Practice Owners! The Nashville Debrief With Adam Robin
Nathan Shields attended the Nashville Mastermind with members of the PPOClub this June. Adam Robin joins him in this insightful conversation about the things they have learned during the event, particularly the top three challenges currently faced by private practice owners. Tune in as they break down valuable tips about leadership development, talent recruitment, and time-focus management.Want to talk about how we can help you with your PT business, or have a question you want to ask? Book a call with Nathan - https://calendly.com/ptoclub/discoverycallLove the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://ptoclub.com/
Jul 1, 2025 • 28min
The 5 Must-Haves To Successfully Grow And Expand Your Clinic - Nashville Workshop
Ready to punch through plateaus and scale with purpose? In this high-energy solo episode, Nathan Shields—former multi-clinic owner and founder of the Private Practice Owners Club—shares the five guidelines he uses with coaching clients to ignite sustainable growth. Whether you’re running a single location and considering hiring a new therapist, or looking to open your next location, these principles will tighten your systems, lift profitability, and buy back your time, making it easier and more likely that expansion is a success.Stick around to hear real-world examples, quick-hit action steps, and the one mindset shift that prevents growth from crushing culture. Plus, Nathan drops a super-early-bird invite to the next PPOClub beach-side conference—Elevate & Expand-- in Destin, FL, October 2-4, 2025. Register Here ===> https://ppoclubevents.com/homepage
Jun 24, 2025 • 45min
Emily Gilmore Was Burned Out – Then She Faced The One Fear Worse Than Failure
Do you ever feel like your practice is running you instead of the other way around? That was Emily Gilmore until she faced a brutal truth and made one move that changed everything. Emily’s story is raw, real, and something every private practice owner needs to hear – especially if you're stuck, scaling too fast, or silently burning out. She built two booming locations during the chaos of COVID. But what most people didn’t see? She was barely holding it together.After years of bootstrapping and overdelivering, Emily hit a wall.This episode unpacks her turning point – what pushed her over the edge, the exact conversation that snapped her out of it, and how investing in herself became the catalyst for sustainable success. If you're scaling without systems or saying 𝒚𝒆𝒔 to everyone but yourself, this one’s for you.Tune in and learn:Why staying too long in middle management nearly broke Emily – and what finally pushed her out.The real cost of trying to 𝑑𝑜 𝑖𝑡 𝑎𝑙𝑙 – and the lie she had to stop believing.How scaling her practice without systems nearly sank the ship – and what she did to fix it.The one truth she heard from Adam that finally gave her permission to invest in herself.Why leadership starts by getting crystal clear on what you need – not just your team.𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗱?Listen now and hear how Emily turned burnout into bold leadership—and how you can too.Visit our Linktree for 𝗖𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀, 𝗙𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗞𝗣𝗜 𝗗𝗮𝘀𝗵𝗯𝗼𝗮𝗿𝗱, 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝗲𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗰 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀: https://go.ppoclub.com/linktree-podcasts𝗟𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘄? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://ppoclub.com/
Jun 17, 2025 • 36min
The 3 D's Of Making Millions With Adam Robin
𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗱𝗼𝗻’𝘁 𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻 𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗯𝘆 𝗮𝗰𝗰𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁. You decide to.In this episode, you’re going to learn exactly how top-performing Private Practice owners flip the switch and do it.Tune in and listen as Nathan Shields and Adam Robin unpack the mindset and mechanics behind scaling to 7-figures in private practice. Adam drops the exact internal shifts and strategic moves that helped him multiply his income, expand to multiple clinics, and ultimately, build a Practice that works for him – not the other way around.This episode is for every private practice owner who’s tired of spinning their wheels, who knows they’re capable of more, and who’s ready to break through the revenue ceiling that’s been holding them back.You’ll learn the 𝗧𝗛𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗗𝘀 that separate the million-dollar owners from the ones barely scraping by – and more importantly, how to start applying them immediately.Episode Highlights:You will never out-earn your self-worth – and why your income is capped by what you believe you deserve.Why acting like a million-dollar clinic before you’re making millions is the key to actually getting there.The bold decision-making habits that elite practice owners live by.How designing your Private Practice on purpose changes everything.The one thing you must demand if you want long-term profitability and freedom.This isn’t theory – it’s real talk from two practice owners who’ve done it. If you’re struggling to collect what you’re worth, working too many hours, or feeling stuck at the same revenue month after month, hit play now.This episode might be the permission – and the strategy – you’ve been waiting for.Listen now and claim your spot among the top 1%.Scale smarter:𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗸𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗲 for our Coaching Services, Free KPI Dashboard, Facebook Group, and Annual Strategic Planning Services: https://go.ppoclub.com/linktree-podcastsWant to talk about how we can help you with your PT business, or have a question you want to ask? Book a call with Nathan - https://calendly.com/ptoclub/discoverycallLove the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://ptoclub.com/
Jun 10, 2025 • 28min
The 4-Step Framework To Success With Greg Todd Of Smart Success Healthcare
𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗽𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝘄𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘆 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗰𝗸? If your practice feels more like a prison than a path to freedom, this episode is your wake-up call. Greg Todd drops one of the realest, most energizing conversations on what it actually takes to win as a private practice owner today. In this episode of the Private Practice Owners Club podcast, Greg Todd, serial entrepreneur, speaker, and the “𝗨𝗡𝗞” of the business coaching world, returns with raw wisdom and a no-BS framework that flips the script on success. He shares how he went from burned-out physical therapist to building multiple 7-figure businesses, and why most practice owners are playing the wrong game entirely. You’ll hear the hard truths most people avoid, and the mindset shifts you must make if you want to stop trading time for burnout and start building a business that works for you—not the other way around. If you're ready to stop surviving and start scaling, don’t miss this. Episode Highlights:𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝟰-𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗽 𝗙𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗲𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 that Greg uses with his highest-level clients.Why being “𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗳𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝘆 𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗳𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲” is killing your potential – and how to break the cycle.𝗧𝗵𝗲 #𝟭 𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗳𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘀𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵-𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 practice owners from everyone else.What “𝗱𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴” actually means – and how to do it without looking back.𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗴 𝗱𝗲𝗽𝗹𝗼𝘆𝗲𝗱 𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆, 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝘁 𝘄𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗴𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗱𝗼𝗺 by being radically himself. 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗹𝗮𝗶𝗺 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗙𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗱𝗼𝗺?This isn’t just another feel-good podcast. This is a challenge. A call to step up, stop playing small, and go all-in on the business and life you were built to create. Listen now and discover what happens when you stop chasing tips and finally start playing your game. 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗸𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗲 for Coaching Services, Free KPI Dashboard, Facebook Group, and Annual Strategic Planning Services: https://go.ppoclub.com/linktree-podcasts Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://ppoclub.com/
Jun 3, 2025 • 47min
Adding Cash-Based Services And Athletic Performance With NeuFit Founder Garrett Salpeter
Are you sick of battling insurance companies for pennies while your patients beg for more? What if you could unlock new revenue, improve outcomes, and deepen patient loyalty – all without adding more stress?In this episode of the Private Practice Owners Club podcast, host Nathan Shields welcomes Garrett Salpeter, founder of NeuFit, to break down how adding cash-based services like athletic performance, wellness, and neuro-rehab can transform your clinic from just surviving to scaling.Garrett reveals exactly how clinic owners can shift their mindset, add high-value offerings, and finally escape the limitations of insurance-based care.𝐈𝐧 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐄𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞 𝐘𝐨𝐮’𝐥𝐥 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧:Why the nervous system is the common thread behind both rehab and high-level performance.How to introduce cash-based services.The key mental shift practice owners must make to succeed in the cash-pay world.The real reason patients drop out of therapy early.How Garrett’s team gets 91% of patients better in the very first session.Garrett also shares results from a groundbreaking new study showing that NeuFit’s direct current technology leads to actual regeneration in diabetic neuropathy patients – creating a powerful opportunity for clinic owners to expand their offerings with evidence-backed tools.𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐞 𝐖𝐢𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐨𝐬?Adding cash-based services isn’t just about making more money – it’s about giving your patients more of what they want, extending their journey with you, and finally building the practice you always dreamed of.If you’re ready to stop trading time for dollars and start creating scalable impact, this episode is your blueprint.𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗸𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗲 for Coaching Services, Free KPI Dashboard, Facebook Group, and Annual Strategic Planning Services: https://go.ppoclub.com/linktree-podcastsLove the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://ppoclub.com
May 27, 2025 • 45min
Secrets To Productivity: Enrolling Your Team To Act Like Owners In The Business With Adam Robin Of PPO Club
Tired of being the only one who gives a damn? It’s time your team started acting like owners – not just clocking in and out. In this episode, Nathan Shields and Adam Robin break down the real reason your team isn't stepping up – and what to do about it. If you’ve been feeling like you’re dragging people uphill, doing all the work, and wondering why no one else seems to care as much… this one’s for you. They’ll walk you through a mindset shift and a practical system that transforms 𝙟𝙪𝙨𝙩 𝙚𝙢𝙥𝙡𝙤𝙮𝙚𝙚𝙨 into true 𝐓𝐄𝐀𝐌 𝐏𝐋𝐀𝐘𝐄𝐑𝐒 who are bought in, fired up, and producing at a higher level.Tune in and learn:• Why 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗯𝘆 𝗲𝘅𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲 is a trap – and what real leadership actually looks like.• How to stop tolerating toxic or low-performing staff.• The secret ingredient to building a culture of ownership that scales with you.• What to say and do to inspire accountability – without micromanaging.• How to flip the switch from 𝗜 𝗱𝗼 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 to 𝗺𝘆 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗶𝘀 𝗰𝗿𝘂𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝘁 – 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗺𝗲.If you’re tired of being the only one pushing, the only one producing, and the only one who cares – you don’t have a productivity problem. 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗮 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗯𝗹𝗲𝗺. This episode gives you the blueprint to fix it.𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗸𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗲 for Coaching Services, Free KPI Dashboard, Facebook Group, and Annual Strategic Planning Services: https://go.ppoclub.com/linktree-podcastsLove the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://ppoclub.com/Want to talk about how we can help you with your PT business, or have a question you want to ask? Book a call with Nathan - https://calendly.com/ptoclub/discoverycallLove the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://ptoclub.com/
