The Financial Beast Podcast for Practice Owners

How She Built a 5-Doctor Veterinary Practice in Just 6 Years

What does the dream veterinary practice actually look like? For most healthcare practice owners, it’s a business that grows without completely depending on you… a practice where you can step away for weeks at a time without everything falling apart. In this episode of the Financial Beast Podcast, Dr. Amanda Della Penna of Family Care Vet Center, joins host, Eric Miller, to share exactly how she built a 5-doctor veterinary practice in just six years — starting from scratch in 2019 and scaling through COVID into an Inc. 5000 fastest-growing company. Inside this episode: - How Amanda built a multi-doctor practice that runs without her - The systems and metrics that transformed her clinic - The hiring mistakes that almost hurt the business - How she recruited top veterinary talent in a competitive market - Why most practice owners stay trapped working “in” the business - The financial systems that changed her household wealth - How she structures her practice for long-term freedom - What veterinary owners must do to scale profitably If you're a veterinarian, healthcare entrepreneur, or practice owner trying to grow without burning out, this episode is packed with practical systems and real-world strategies you can apply immediately. _________________________________________________________________________________ Want to schedule a free consultation? Visit www.econologics.com [http://www.econologics.com] or call us at (727) 588-1540 or schedule directly at: https://hubs.li/Q03z6vvs0 [https://hubs.li/Q03z6vvs0]    Get Social With Us Website: https://www.econologicsfinancialadvisors.com [https://www.econologicsfinancialadvisors.com]  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/econologics [https://www.linkedin.com/company/econologics]  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/econologicsfinancial [https://www.facebook.com/econologicsfinancial]  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/econologicsfinancialadvisors [https://www.instagram.com/econologicsfinancialadvisors]  X / Twitter: https://x.com/FinancialBeasts [https://x.com/FinancialBeasts]  Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/econologics [https://vimeo.com/econologics]  🔒 Disclaimer Econologics Financial Advisors, LLC (‘EFA’) is registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission as an investment advisor. (Such registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training.) EFA provides investment advisory services only in states where it is permitted to do so under state laws and only to the extent permitted thereby. This communication is not an offer to sell or effect any transaction in securities. Neither EFA nor its affiliates provide legal, tax or accounting advice. Please consult a qualified attorney or accountant. Results are not guaranteed and will vary depending on the specific circumstances of each individual and on other factors. Full disclosure: https://econologicsfinancialadvisors.com/legal-disclosures/ [https://econologicsfinancialadvisors.com/legal-disclosures/]

Why Most Healthcare Practice Owners Stay Broke

Most healthcare practice owners work incredibly hard… but still don’t feel financially secure. Why? Because they run their practice like a business — but NOT their household. In this solo episode of the Financial Beast Podcast, Eric Miller breaks down the exact financial metrics healthcare practice owners should be tracking if they want true financial independence. This episode covers: ✅ Why most practice owners are financially misaligned ✅ The household “KPIs” nobody tracks ✅ How to measure personal financial progress ✅ The fastest path to financial independence ✅ Why most financial plans take WAY too long ✅ The metrics Eric Miller uses with real clients If you own a healthcare practice and feel like you make good money but still don’t feel financially free, this episode is required listening. 🎙️ Subscribe to Financial Beast for practical financial strategies built specifically for healthcare entrepreneurs. _________________________________________________________________________________ Want to schedule a free consultation? Visit www.econologics.com [http://www.econologics.com] or call us at (727) 588-1540 or schedule directly at: https://hubs.li/Q03z6vvs0 [https://hubs.li/Q03z6vvs0]    Get Social With Us Website: https://www.econologicsfinancialadvisors.com [https://www.econologicsfinancialadvisors.com]  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/econologics [https://www.linkedin.com/company/econologics]  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/econologicsfinancial [https://www.facebook.com/econologicsfinancial]  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/econologicsfinancialadvisors [https://www.instagram.com/econologicsfinancialadvisors]  X / Twitter: https://x.com/FinancialBeasts [https://x.com/FinancialBeasts]  Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/econologics [https://vimeo.com/econologics]  🔒 Disclaimer Econologics Financial Advisors, LLC (‘EFA’) is registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission as an investment advisor. (Such registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training.) EFA provides investment advisory services only in states where it is permitted to do so under state laws and only to the extent permitted thereby. This communication is not an offer to sell or effect any transaction in securities. Neither EFA nor its affiliates provide legal, tax or accounting advice. Please consult a qualified attorney or accountant. Results are not guaranteed and will vary depending on the specific circumstances of each individual and on other factors. Full disclosure: https://econologicsfinancialadvisors.com/legal-disclosures/ [https://econologicsfinancialadvisors.com/legal-disclosures/]

The 5 Stages Every Practice Owner Must Know to Build Real Wealth

Most healthcare practice owners think financial independence is just hitting a certain net worth. It’s not. In this episode of the Financial Beast Podcast, Eric Miller and Mendy Hines break down the 5 real levels of financial independence for practice owners: • Survival • Stability • Flexibility • Independence • Legacy You’ll learn: ✅ Why most practice owners are still in “survival mode” ✅ The difference between stability and real financial freedom ✅ How much cash reserve you actually need ✅ When your practice becomes an investment instead of a job ✅ What true financial independence really looks like ✅ How to create wealth outside your practice If you own a healthcare practice and want to build real long-term wealth, this episode gives you the roadmap. _________________________________________________________________________________ Want to schedule a free consultation? Visit www.econologics.com [http://www.econologics.com] or call us at (727) 588-1540 or schedule directly at: https://hubs.li/Q03z6vvs0 [https://hubs.li/Q03z6vvs0]    Get Social With Us Website: https://www.econologicsfinancialadvisors.com [https://www.econologicsfinancialadvisors.com]  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/econologics [https://www.linkedin.com/company/econologics]  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/econologicsfinancial [https://www.facebook.com/econologicsfinancial]  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/econologicsfinancialadvisors [https://www.instagram.com/econologicsfinancialadvisors]  X / Twitter: https://x.com/FinancialBeasts [https://x.com/FinancialBeasts]  Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/econologics [https://vimeo.com/econologics]  🔒 Disclaimer Econologics Financial Advisors, LLC (‘EFA’) is registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission as an investment advisor. (Such registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training.) EFA provides investment advisory services only in states where it is permitted to do so under state laws and only to the extent permitted thereby. This communication is not an offer to sell or effect any transaction in securities. Neither EFA nor its affiliates provide legal, tax or accounting advice. Please consult a qualified attorney or accountant. Results are not guaranteed and will vary depending on the specific circumstances of each individual and on other factors. Full disclosure: https://econologicsfinancialadvisors.com/legal-disclosures/ [https://econologicsfinancialadvisors.com/legal-disclosures/]

Your Financial Advisor Isn’t Helping You Build Wealth with hosts Eric Miller & Eric Gersch

Most healthcare practice owners think they have financial advice. But in reality? They have someone managing a 401(k). In this episode, Eric Miller and Eric Gersch break down the biggest problems with the traditional financial advisory model — especially for healthcare entrepreneurs, medical practice owners, veterinarians, dentists, optometrists, and physical therapists. We cover: • Why most advisors only focus on investments • The truth about “fiduciary” marketing • Why your CPA shouldn’t drive your financial strategy • The difference between wealth management and product sales • How real financial planning should impact your household, business, taxes, debt, and future income If your advisor only talks about retirement accounts and portfolio returns… You may be missing the bigger picture. _________________________________________________________________________________ Want to schedule a free consultation? Visit www.econologics.com [http://www.econologics.com] or call us at (727) 588-1540 or schedule directly at: https://hubs.li/Q03z6vvs0 [https://hubs.li/Q03z6vvs0]    Get Social With Us Website: https://www.econologicsfinancialadvisors.com [https://www.econologicsfinancialadvisors.com]  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/econologics [https://www.linkedin.com/company/econologics]  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/econologicsfinancial [https://www.facebook.com/econologicsfinancial]  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/econologicsfinancialadvisors [https://www.instagram.com/econologicsfinancialadvisors]  X / Twitter: https://x.com/FinancialBeasts [https://x.com/FinancialBeasts]  Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/econologics [https://vimeo.com/econologics]  🔒 Disclaimer Econologics Financial Advisors, LLC (‘EFA’) is registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission as an investment advisor. (Such registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training.) EFA provides investment advisory services only in states where it is permitted to do so under state laws and only to the extent permitted thereby. This communication is not an offer to sell or effect any transaction in securities. Neither EFA nor its affiliates provide legal, tax or accounting advice. Please consult a qualified attorney or accountant. Results are not guaranteed and will vary depending on the specific circumstances of each individual and on other factors. Full disclosure: https://econologicsfinancialadvisors.com/legal-disclosures/ [https://econologicsfinancialadvisors.com/legal-disclosures/]

$300K Practice Income Is a Lie (Here’s What You Actually Make) with Hosts, Eric Miller & Eric Gersch

Most healthcare practice owners think they’re making great money. But the truth? That number is lying to you. In this episode, Eric Miller and Erich Gersch, break down the real math behind practice owner income—and why a $300K income doesn’t come close to what a W-2 employee actually takes home. Using real-world examples, we uncover: • The hidden costs eating your “profit” • Why your household feels tight (even at high income) • The true gap between W-2 vs practice income • How much you really need to earn to feel wealthy • The biggest financial blind spots holding owners back If you’ve ever wondered: “Why does my income feel lower than it should?” This is your answer. 📌 This is your household reality check. _________________________________________________________________________________ Want to schedule a free consultation? Visit www.econologics.com [http://www.econologics.com] or call us at (727) 588-1540 or schedule directly at: https://hubs.li/Q03z6vvs0 [https://hubs.li/Q03z6vvs0]    Get Social With Us Website: https://www.econologicsfinancialadvisors.com [https://www.econologicsfinancialadvisors.com]  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/econologics [https://www.linkedin.com/company/econologics]  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/econologicsfinancial [https://www.facebook.com/econologicsfinancial]  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/econologicsfinancialadvisors [https://www.instagram.com/econologicsfinancialadvisors]  X / Twitter: https://x.com/FinancialBeasts [https://x.com/FinancialBeasts]  Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/econologics [https://vimeo.com/econologics]  🔒 Disclaimer Econologics Financial Advisors, LLC (‘EFA’) is registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission as an investment advisor. (Such registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training.) EFA provides investment advisory services only in states where it is permitted to do so under state laws and only to the extent permitted thereby. This communication is not an offer to sell or effect any transaction in securities. Neither EFA nor its affiliates provide legal, tax or accounting advice. Please consult a qualified attorney or accountant. Results are not guaranteed and will vary depending on the specific circumstances of each individual and on other factors. Full disclosure: https://econologicsfinancialadvisors.com/legal-disclosures/ [https://econologicsfinancialadvisors.com/legal-disclosures/]