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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Oct 7, 2025 • 35min
The Unfair Advantage: How VAs And AI Give You A Competitive Edge With Adam Robin
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.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/99.5% of successful owners interviewed on this podcast have at one time or another leveraged a business coach to improve their business. Private Practice Owners Club is coach you need - ppoclub.com
Oct 6, 2025 • 25min
From An 8x8 Room To A Thriving Clinic: How Jeffrey Smith Built A Multi-PT Practice In Under 2 Years
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 ownerThe sacrifices and sleepless nights it took to go from solo hustler to CEOThe hard decisions (and risks) that became breakthroughsHow 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 jeffrey@alpenglowpt.com and check the show notes for links and resources.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/
Sep 30, 2025 • 42min
The Financial Plan Of Care With John Askin
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 coldHow to separate business and personal finances so both thriveWhy your business is not your retirement plan and how to fix thatThe “financial plan of care” framework that mirrors how PTs guide patients through rehabWhy 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.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/99.5% of successful owners interviewed on this podcast have at one time or another leveraged a business coach to improve their business. Private Practice Owners Club is coach you need - ppoclub.com
Sep 23, 2025 • 39min
Injury to Income: How PTs Can Help Clients and Fuel Growth - With Ron Cappello, Tanny Crawford, MPT, and Greg Perry, MPT
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 inventoryWhy supplements are more about solving, not selling How recovery, sleep, gut health, and joint health products can accelerate patient outcomesWhy nutritional guidance builds trust, compliance, and profitabilityHow 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.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/
Sep 16, 2025 • 51min
Scaling Your Practice Like A Pro — Insights From Investor & Strata PT CEO, Paul Singh
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 industriesKey business lessons from investing in 3,200 companiesHow Strata PT is helping PT, OT, SLP, and ABA clinics run strongerThe mindset shifts every owner needs to compete and winWhy 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/homepageWant 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/99.5% of successful owners interviewed on this podcast have at one time or another leveraged a business coach to improve their business. Private Practice Owners Club is coach you need - ppoclub.com
Sep 9, 2025 • 44min
Shockwave & LightForce Laser Therapy: What Every Owner Needs To Know
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 treatmentHow these modalities fit into a plan of care without replacing manual therapyClinical results and patient satisfaction trendsKey financial considerations: ROI, reimbursement, and cash-based opportunitiesHow these tools can help differentiate your clinic in a crowded marketTo get more information directly, go to this link: https://learn.chattanoogarehab.com/ppo-club-jul-fb-liveWhether you're skeptical, curious, or ready to invest, this episode will help you make a smarter decision for your patients and your bottom line.📈 Want more insights like this? Learn from top industry leaders at our upcoming conference: ppoclubevents.com/homepageWant 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/99.5% of successful owners interviewed on this podcast have at one time or another leveraged a business coach to improve their business. Private Practice Owners Club is coach you need - ppoclub.com
Sep 2, 2025 • 34min
The Visionary's Playbook: How Spencer Shoemaker Turns Ideas Into Reality
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-negotiableHow to recruit and align top talent around your visionThe “Who, not How” mindset that unlocks rapid expansionPractical 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. 👉 Register now at ppoclubevents.com/homepageWant 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/99.5% of successful owners interviewed on this podcast have at one time or another leveraged a business coach to improve their business. Private Practice Owners Club is coach you need - ppoclub.com
Aug 26, 2025 • 54min
Which Of The 5 Ownership Phases Are You In? How To Stop Running Your Clinic And Start Owning It With Blaine Stimac Of Health & Rehab Solutions
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 focusWhy profits aren’t linear—and what to expect as you growThe leadership leap every owner must make to scale beyond themselvesHow 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. 👉 Register now at ppoclubevents.com/homepageWant 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/
Aug 19, 2025 • 32min
Profit Isn't A Dirty Word: Mindset Shifts Every Clinic Owner Needs With Eric Miller Of Econologics
Many therapy clinic owners struggle with the idea of making money — as if profit somehow conflicts with patient care. In this episode of the Private Practice Owners Club Podcast, Nathan Shields sits down with Eric Miller of Econologics to unpack the deep mindset blocks that keep physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy clinic owners from achieving real growth and financial freedom.We discuss:Why profit is essential — not optional — for impact and sustainabilityThe hidden beliefs holding back your revenueHow to adopt the CEO mindset your clinic needs to scaleTactical strategies for shifting from scarcity to abundance in your businessWhether you're just starting out or leading a growing team, this episode will help you stop playing small and start building a truly profitable practice — without selling out your values.To more from Eric Miller and Nathan Shields, be sure to register for the upcoming PPOClub Conference, Oct. 2-4, 2025 in Destin, FL, register now: https://ppoclubevents.com/homepageWant 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/99.5% of successful owners interviewed on this podcast have at one time or another leveraged a business coach to improve their business. Private Practice Owners Club is coach you need - ppoclub.com
Aug 12, 2025 • 32min
Getting Paid What You're Worth: Revenue Tips For Private Practices With Lance Gross
In this episode of the Private Practice Owners Club podcast, Nathan Shields sits down with Lance Gross of GTS Physical Therapy to tackle one of the most overlooked profit killers in private practice: poor revenue cycle management (RCM), leading to sub-optimal revenue and profits.Lance breaks down how clinic owners can dramatically improve cash flow, revenue, and profitability by tightening up RCM systems—without seeing more patients or working more hours. From monitoring provider billing habits to boosting patient retention and increasing frequency of care, we explore the small tweaks that lead to big financial wins.If your clinic is bringing in patients but profits aren't where they should be, this conversation will show you exactly where to look and what to change.Whether you're in growth mode or just trying to stop the bleeding, this episode gives you the tools to take control of your financial future—starting today.To hear more from Lance and how he grew to 25 clinics in 7 years, join us at the PPOClub Conference in Destin, FL, Oct. 2-4, 2025. Register here - https://ppoclubevents.com/homepage99.5% of successful owners interviewed on this podcast have at one time or another leveraged a business coach to improve their business. Private Practice Owners Club is coach you need - ppoclub.com
