[Thursday Shift]: But What If I Have to Fire Someone?

#61: Create Your No-Show Policy Before You Open

In this episode, I discuss one of the most important office policies to establish before you open your practice: your no-show policy. We cover what should count as a no-show, whether to charge fees, how to handle repeat offenders, rescheduling rules, and the importance of applying the policy consistently. Whether you're building an in-person, telemedicine, insurance-based, or cash-pay practice, having a clear plan in place can help protect your schedule and create a better experience for both patients and staff. ORDER MY NEW BOOK: PRIVATE PRACTICE, ON PURPOSE [https://www.amazon.com/Private-Practice-Purpose-Physicians-Launching/dp/B0GWWM1WNZ] 📌 Resources: Take the Private Practice Readiness Quiz! [https://www.tryinteract.com/share/quiz/694f5e1dcdf90a0a202a9a7d] This quiz will help you identify where you fall on the readiness spectrum—and what your next best step should be. ----- If you want step-by-step guidance to build your practice business plan, check out my new digital course: Plan to Practice [http://hangingashingle.com/ptp]. It's a short course designed to take you from scattered practice ideas to a detailed, individualized business plan. Learn more about the course by going to hangingashingle.com/ptp [http://hangingashingle.com/ptp] ---- If you’re building your own private practice and want step-by-step guidance from someone who’s done it successfully—I’d love to help. Click here [https://app.paperbell.com/checkout/packages/147724] to learn more about 1:1 coaching. ---- Want weekly emails with insightful tips for starting your private practice? Click here to subscribe [https://hangingashingle.com/subscribe]! ---- Social Media Communities: Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson [http://www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson]

[Thursday Shift]: You Don't Need Everyone's Permission

If you're waiting for someone else to tell you it's okay to start your private practice, this episode is for you. In this week's Thursday Shift, I talk about the difference between seeking advice and seeking permission and why ownership requires you to trust yourself before everyone else understands your vision. Plus, I share a reminder that no one can build your dream practice for you. ORDER MY NEW BOOK: PRIVATE PRACTICE, ON PURPOSE [https://www.amazon.com/Private-Practice-Purpose-Physicians-Launching/dp/B0GWWM1WNZ] 📌 Resources: Take the Private Practice Readiness Quiz! [https://www.tryinteract.com/share/quiz/694f5e1dcdf90a0a202a9a7d] This quiz will help you identify where you fall on the readiness spectrum—and what your next best step should be. ----- If you want step-by-step guidance to build your practice business plan, check out my new digital course: Plan to Practice [http://hangingashingle.com/ptp]. It's a short course designed to take you from scattered practice ideas to a detailed, individualized business plan. Learn more about the course by going to hangingashingle.com/ptp [http://hangingashingle.com/ptp] ---- If you’re building your own private practice and want step-by-step guidance from someone who’s done it successfully—I’d love to help. Click here [https://app.paperbell.com/checkout/packages/147724] to learn more about 1:1 coaching. ---- Want weekly emails with insightful tips for starting your private practice? Click here to subscribe [https://hangingashingle.com/subscribe]! ---- Social Media Communities: Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson [http://www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson]

#60: 5 Ways Organized Medicine Can Help You Build Your Private Practice

When physicians think about starting a private practice, they often overlook one of the most valuable resources they already have access to: organized medicine. In this episode, I share 5 ways local, state, specialty, and national medical organizations can support your private practice journey—from vendor discounts and professional connections to referrals, mentorship, and even funding opportunities. If you're already paying membership dues, it's time to make those memberships work for you. In this episode, you'll learn: * How medical societies can connect you with valuable resources and partners * Why networking with private practice physicians matters * Ways conferences can help you build referral relationships * How to find local advice and recommendations from physicians who have done it before * Funding and grant opportunities you may be overlooking Ready to build your practice on purpose? Grab a copy of my book, Private Practice, On Purpose, for more practical guidance on turning your practice vision into reality. ORDER MY NEW BOOK: PRIVATE PRACTICE, ON PURPOSE [https://www.amazon.com/Private-Practice-Purpose-Physicians-Launching/dp/B0GWWM1WNZ] 📌 Resources: Take the Private Practice Readiness Quiz! [https://www.tryinteract.com/share/quiz/694f5e1dcdf90a0a202a9a7d] This quiz will help you identify where you fall on the readiness spectrum—and what your next best step should be. ----- If you want step-by-step guidance to build your practice business plan, check out my new digital course: Plan to Practice [http://hangingashingle.com/ptp]. It's a short course designed to take you from scattered practice ideas to a detailed, individualized business plan. Learn more about the course by going to hangingashingle.com/ptp [http://hangingashingle.com/ptp] ---- If you’re building your own private practice and want step-by-step guidance from someone who’s done it successfully—I’d love to help. Click here [https://app.paperbell.com/checkout/packages/147724] to learn more about 1:1 coaching. ---- Want weekly emails with insightful tips for starting your private practice? Click here to subscribe [https://hangingashingle.com/subscribe]! ---- Social Media Communities: Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson [http://www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson]

#59: Designing Your Patient Experience

In this episode, I walk through one of the highest-yield exercises I do with coaching clients: designing the patient experience from beginning to end. We cover everything from how patients find your practice and schedule appointments to check-in, triage, the visit itself, and after-visit follow-up...including important differences for telemedicine practices.   Small workflow decisions can completely change how patients experience your practice. ORDER MY NEW BOOK: PRIVATE PRACTICE, ON PURPOSE [https://www.amazon.com/Private-Practice-Purpose-Physicians-Launching/dp/B0GWWM1WNZ] 📌 Resources: Take the Private Practice Readiness Quiz! [https://www.tryinteract.com/share/quiz/694f5e1dcdf90a0a202a9a7d] This quiz will help you identify where you fall on the readiness spectrum—and what your next best step should be. ----- If you want step-by-step guidance to build your practice business plan, check out my new digital course: Plan to Practice [http://hangingashingle.com/ptp]. It's a short course designed to take you from scattered practice ideas to a detailed, individualized business plan. Learn more about the course by going to hangingashingle.com/ptp [http://hangingashingle.com/ptp] ---- If you’re building your own private practice and want step-by-step guidance from someone who’s done it successfully—I’d love to help. Click here [https://app.paperbell.com/checkout/packages/147724] to learn more about 1:1 coaching. ---- Want weekly emails with insightful tips for starting your private practice? Click here to subscribe [https://hangingashingle.com/subscribe]! ---- Social Media Communities: Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson [http://www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson]

#58: How to Set Up Your Office Phones Without Creating Chaos

If patients can’t reach your office efficiently, it impacts everything... workflow, satisfaction, efficiency, and trust. In this episode, I’m breaking down simple but important things to think through when creating your office phone system, from call routing and voicemail setup to setting expectations for callbacks and refill requests. Small systems make a big difference.   ORDER MY NEW BOOK: PRIVATE PRACTICE, ON PURPOSE [https://www.amazon.com/Private-Practice-Purpose-Physicians-Launching/dp/B0GWWM1WNZ] 📌 Resources: Take the Private Practice Readiness Quiz! [https://www.tryinteract.com/share/quiz/694f5e1dcdf90a0a202a9a7d] This quiz will help you identify where you fall on the readiness spectrum—and what your next best step should be. ----- If you want step-by-step guidance to build your practice business plan, check out my new digital course: Plan to Practice [http://hangingashingle.com/ptp]. It's a short course designed to take you from scattered practice ideas to a detailed, individualized business plan. Learn more about the course by going to hangingashingle.com/ptp [http://hangingashingle.com/ptp] ---- If you’re building your own private practice and want step-by-step guidance from someone who’s done it successfully—I’d love to help. Click here [https://app.paperbell.com/checkout/packages/147724] to learn more about 1:1 coaching. ---- Want weekly emails with insightful tips for starting your private practice? Click here to subscribe [https://hangingashingle.com/subscribe]! ---- Social Media Communities: Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson [http://www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson]