Healthy Wealthy & Smart

Welcome to 2016! The Healthy Wealthy & Smart podcast is back with new album art, new intro music (thanks to Candlebox) and a fantastic line up of amazing guests! I could not think of a better way to kick off the New Year than with a revealing interview with Ms. Gloria Steinem. Ms. Steinem is a writer, lecturer, political activist, and feminist organizer. She travels in this and other countries as an organizer and lecturer and is a frequent media spokeswoman on issues of equality. She is particularly interested in the shared origins of sex and race caste systems, gender roles and child abuse as roots of violence, non-violent conflict resolution, the cultures of indigenous peoples, and organizing across boundaries for peace and justice. She lives in New York City, and just published her first book in over twenty years. During this interview we talk about that new book, My Life on the Road. It is a wonderful book full of history and nuggets of wisdom from Gloria.  In this interview we talk about:  How the nomadic nature of her childhood shaped her life as an adult. The concept of talking circles and how that concept guided her throughout her life. What were her more memorable moments from her life on the road. One of her biggest fears and how she continues to overcome it. The biggest challenge for women today. What her thoughts are on being the “face of a movement”. Her advice on how to identify an issue and start a movement (it is easier than you think). And so much more!   I can’t thank Gloria enough for her generosity of time, words and thoughts. She is truly a remarkable woman who continues to live an extraordinary life. For more information on Gloria Steinem and see her speak in person click here. Enjoy the conversation and stay Healthy Wealthy & Smart! Karen

This is the last podcast of 2015 and I am so happy to end the year on such a high note with my interview with Dr. Chris Powers, PT, PhD, FAPTA.  He is Professor in the Division of Biokinesiology and Physical Therapy and Co-Director of the Musculoskeletal Biomechanics Laboratory at the University of Southern California. Dr. Powers' research and teaching interests relate to the biomechanical aspects of human movement. More specifically, his research focuses on how altered kinematics, kinetics, and muscular actions contribute to lower extremity injury. He is particularly interested in the pathomechanics underlying knee and patellofemoral joint dysfunction. Dr. Powers is an active researcher, and has published over 150 peer-reviewed articles. He frequently lectures both nationally and internationally on topics related to lower limb biomechanics and the pathomechanics of orthopaedic disorders.  Dr. Powers is the current President of the California Chapter of the APTA In this episode we talk about: * The definition of the human movement system. * Why physical therapists are uniquely qualified to lead the human movement system paradigm. * The identity crisis of the PT profession and how the human movement system should be the thread that binds our profession together. * What are the biggest barriers to adopting and implementing the human movement system? * What should the PT professions unifying message be? * In the words of Dr. Anthony Delitto "What is the hold up?" * And much more! What Dr. Powers and I would like for you to think about is: how would you describe what you do (as physical therapist) in only 5 words? Have a great holidays season and Happy New Year!  See you in 2016 and as always stay Healthy Wealthy & Smart! Karen

In this week's Thursday Quickie Jennifer and I continue our conversation from Monday about leadership.  But this week we focus our attention on the female leadership in physical therapy.  In this episode we talk about: * The lack of female leadership in the PT profession. * How our mindset needs to shift. * How we need to support each other to better our profession. * Peer to peer "bullying". * How to authentically lead and adapt to the current culture. * How to be your best self advocate! Jennifer and I also issued a challenge to all of the listeners: We would like you to tweet to either of us who your pick would be for a great female keynote speaker for the PPS conference in Las Vegas in 2016!  I can't wait to reach your choices! @KarenLitzyNYC @JGDubs Have a great weekend and stay Healthy Wealthy & Smart! Karen  

What qualities make a good leader?  Can those qualities be taught?  Should leadership be taught in entry-level healthcare education programs? In this episode my guest, Jennifer Green-Wilson and I tackle these big questions.  We talk about: * The 4 qualities that are essential for a good leader.  * How does Jennifer go about cultivating these qualities in her clients and students? * What needs to happen in entry-level education to make leadership skills part of the curriculum. * Her dissertation on leadership and practice management in entry-level education. * Who is the first person you must lead in order to be an effective leader. * and much more! Jennifer is high energy and her passion for leadership is contagious! Don't forget to tune in to the Thursday Quickie where Jennifer and I talk about female leadership in the physical therapy world...or lack there of! Thanks for listening and stay Healthy Wealthy & Smart! Karen  

In keeping with the Thursday Quickie theme I am going to keep this short and sweet.  In this episode Win and I talk about: Her writing process from thought to finished book. How she self published her books (she gives specific websites!). The timeline from idea to finished product And much more! Again, to find out more about Win and her podcast Win’s Women of Wisdom go to: Her website Twitter iTunes Win’s co-CEO of Win’s Women of Wisdom Danielle Coulter Thanks for tuning in to this week's Thursday Quickie with Win Charles! Have a great weekend and stay Healthy Wealthy & Smart! Karen

In this episode I was honored to speak with best selling author, artist and podcast host of Win's Women of Wisdom, Win Kelly Charles. Win is all too familiar with physical therapy as she was diagnosed with cerebral palsy at a very young age.  From MoveForwardPT.com, "Cerebral Palsy (CP) is a general term used to describe a group of disorders that affect the normal development of movement and posture. CP is caused by an injury to the brain—such as infection, stroke, trauma, or the loss of oxygen to the brain—that occur before, during, or after birth or within the first 2 years of life. The injury to the brain is "nonprogressive," meaning that it does not get worse after the initial injury. However, the day-to-day activities that can be affected by the injury during an individual's childhood can worsen throughout the individual's life." Believe me, Win does let CP stop her.  She is one of the busiest people I know (she makes me look like a total slacker)!  She has written several books, is an accomplished artist, teaches part time, is in school working towards a degree in education, snowboards regularly, and is the host of the podcast Win's Women of Wisdom.  Like that is not enough she plans on launching a new podcast next year!  In this episode we talk about: * Win's experience with physical therapy. * How her physical therapy care has changed as she has gotten older. * Her best advice for physical therapists working with children with disabilities (it is always great to get the patient's point of view). * The most challenging aspect of her current physical therapy plan of care. * How important the rapport is between the patients and therapist. * How Win keeps in shape outside of PT. * The importance of a strong support team. * Her book I Win. *  And much more! This was a great conversation and I think it gives us all a better idea of what it is like to not only live with cerebral palsy but to live well with cerebral palsy! A big thanks to Win for being so open and honest during our conversation. Thanks for listening and stay Healthy Wealthy & Smart! Karen  

This week's Thursday Quickie is a continuation of the podcast from Monday about the PPS (Private Practice Section) Annual Conference in Orlando, FL. On Monday we heard from many attendee of the conference and today you will get my take! In this episode I talk about: * What being a media company first and PT company second means. * Gary's thoughts on the biggest social media marketing platform. * Creating curiosity in the profession through social media. * Why Instagram is important to you and your brand and how to use it. * What are Daniel Pink's ABCs of selling. * What the heck is an ambivert? * Neil Ihde's 10 Mistakes Leaders Make * Where are my ladies at?? * Much more! Thanks for listening and stay Healthy Wealthy & Smart! Karen

A few weeks ago I attended the PPS (Private Practice Section) annual conference in Orlando, FL. I was lucky enough to team up with Dr. Sandy Hilton during the conference to ask attendees what they thought of the keynote speeches from Gary Vaynerchuk and Daniel Pink, the break out sessions and the overall vibe of the conference.  In this episode you will hear from many attendees and get real opinions and thoughts from the conference.  What you will hear: * The big takeaways from Gary Vaynerchuk's keynote speech from the first night of the conference. * The big takeaways from Daniel Pink's keynote speech from day two of the conference * How people will take what they learned at the conference and apply it immediately to their practices. * Thoughts on some of the break out sessions throughout the conference. This was my first time attending the PPS annual conference and I think it was well worth the price of admission. Not only were the session and speeches very good, the "behind the scenes" conversation with other attendees was stellar.  It is great to connect with your fellow PTs doing such great and inspiring work! Thank you for listening to this podcast and if you were at the PPS conference and want to add more about your experience find me on Twitter @KarenLitzyNYC have a great week and stay Healthy Wealthy & Smart! Karen

Happy Thanksgiving to all of the listeners in the United States!  I was lucky enough to spend my holiday with family and friends.  As a result I have a special guest co-host for the intro to this podcast! In this week's Thursday Quickie (I know it is Friday but I have to take Thanksgiving off) I am happy to continue my conversation with Rom JB about writing effective copy that sells. In this episode we talk about: * As physical therapists who are our biggest competitors? * Rom gives a specific example of writing great copy. * What should be on the home page of your website. * Why your "About me/us" page is so important and what should be on it! * And much more! As always thank you for listening and have a great weekend! Stay Healthy Wealthy & Smart! Karen

Let's face it, writing good copy is not easy. This is something I struggle with and I am sure many of you struggle with as well.  As a result I set out to find a guest to help clear up this whole copy writing thing.  I was thrilled to interview Rom JB. Rom JB is a special educator, entrepreneur, copywriter and small business mentor based in New York City. In 2010, Rom founded RJB Educational Services, Inc., an in-home tutoring business. He has been able to grow his business by focusing on creating systems that decrease cost while increasing revenues and profits. Rom is also a copywriter that works with entrepreneurs and small businesses to better market and sell to their ideal clients. In this episode we talk about: * The formula of how to write effective copy that sells. * Copy that presents you as an authority in your field. * Why should physical therapists and other health care professions know and understand the power of effective copy. * How can physical therapists and other healthcare professionals tap into the language of their ideal client. * And so much more! Like I say in the intro get out your pen and paper be prepared to take notes....lots of notes!  Rom's insights into the copy that PTs need and should be using is amazing! To find out ore about Rom and get in touch him go to: LinkedIn Facebook Instagram As always thank you for listening and stay Healthy Wealthy & Smart!