The Osteo Connection

We’re doing things a little differently today and interviewing our very own Jason Turnbull! Get to know everything about Jason from how he got started as an Osteopath to who would play him in a movie to what superpower he wishes he had. We even learned a few new things!   RESOURCES MENTIONED The Answer is Within: Meditation and Self-Reflection Exercise ( get it here ) The Initial Visit: Your Time...

What is your motive and purpose for going to work? This is something that people don't often reflect on and having the answer is a key in the preparation and focus required to build a successful practice. Today we share how going within gives us the opportunity to explore our heart's motivation of being in service to others. PLUS! We share our own daily practice.   FREE Meditation and Self-Reflect...

A first impression is a lasting one. We always like to think of someone’s first appointment as the most important one because this is the time that you have to make the connection with the person in front of you. It’s also your best form of free advertising. Here are some of our best tips to impress your new client, make sure they are taken care of and have them referring to you for years to come....

When someone says these three words – Just do it, immediately Nike pops into mind. What began as a shoe company has become much more. Nike is a brand and like other popular brands has managed to harmonize perception and experience into one.  In today’s episode, we talk about the importance of defining your own unique brand and share some actionable steps you can take to work through this valuable...

Throughout the pandemic, many people have faced challenges and struggles around how to care for each other and, most importantly, how to take care of themselves. We’ve recently taken stock of where we can make improvements with our own health and made those changes, but it’s not always an easy process. Today’s episode is all about self-care and how making time for YOU and the things you love doing...

Knowing when it’s the right time to get help can open more doors than you realize. We share our recent experience of looking in the mirror and realizing that we needed a little help ourselves.   REFERENCE The E-Myth Revisited: Why Most Small Businesses Don't Work and What to Do About It   By Michael Gerber   CONNECT WITH US Grab our free 3 part video series to help you Accelerate Your Practice Gro...

Being at a crossroads in your practice and unsure of what your next step is can feel uncomfortable. In this episode, we share our experiences with that discomfort and how we were able to get in alignment with what we wanted our practice to look and feel like. The key is taking time to make the best decision for you and your future. This episode applies to anyone that's lost in either how they want...

In this week’s Osteo Conversations our guest, Dr. Wael Mahmoud, shares how creating systems and building up your team’s confidence, not only serves your clients in the best way possible but also creates an incredible environment for success. This is an episode you don’t want to miss! ABOUT DR. WAEL MAHMOUD, OSTEOPATH & ACUPUNCTURIST Dr Wael Mahmoud, Osteopath & Acupuncturist. He graduated from the...

To script or not to script? That is the question we answer in today’s episode of The Osteo Connection. A first impression is a lasting one. If a patient does not feel a connection with you, they are less likely to come back and continue their treatment. This is why we follow a certain protocol (which we’ve shared in past episodes). But not all patients are the same, you need to put yourself in you...

Statistically, around 75-85% of people who create new years resolutions drop them within two weeks.  Planning ahead both personally and professionally on what goals you'd like to achieve this year and what you’re striving towards is a great thing, but it’s the follow-through that is the most important. Today we share our personal and professional goals for the year and some tips on how you can pus...

We’re closing up our Marketing Conversations Series with a little recap. We had the wonderful opportunity to interview four experts and get their marketing perspectives. Tune in to today’s episode to hear our takeaways! And if you missed any of the Marketing Conversations, you can catch up here: Episode #64: Michèle Boileau-Barmash Episode #65: Lisa McKenzie Episode #66: Victoria Adelin Episode #6...

Don't be scared, make it happen! – A huge takeaway from this week’s guest, Dave Morrow, M.A., BSc., BEd., CD.  In this final segment of our Marketing Conversations Series, Dave shares his incredible story and reminds us that when your gut is telling you that you should do something, just get out there and do it. Let go of the need for perfection or the fear of starting something new and just lean...

You’ve heard us say it many times, building a community is paramount in growing your business. And today’s guest is the perfect person to share their story. Victoria Adelin started the West Island Community Facebook group on a whim and over the last 8 years has grown the community to over 46,000 members. She joins us today to share how she did it and dives into the importance of engaging with your...

We continue our Marketing Conversations series with social marketing and business development strategist Lisa McKenzie. In this episode, Lisa shares a ton of amazing tips to help you optimize and grow your brand whether you are just starting out or have an established clinic. Here are just a few things she touches on: Zeroing in on your authentic brand and sharing your expertise with your target m...

Today, we kick off our Marketing Conversations series with guest expert Michèle Boileau-Barmash. Michèle gives the low down on the importance of being active on LinkedIn, how to use Instagram to build your know-like-trust factor and a secret asset you likely didn’t know you had...your patients! About Michèle Boileau-Barmash Michèle Boileau-Barmash is a creative connector with an exceptional talent...

Our recent episodes have been in-office patient-focussed. Today we’re looking at how you can add more revenue streams to your business. Whether you’re growing a multidisciplinary clinic or are looking to build your own personal practice, bolting on new revenue streams is always a smart business strategy. We share our own experiences incorporating additional revenue streams and give you some ideas...

Word of mouth referrals play a key role in driving your business forward. So, how do you get those referrals? This week we share a few simple and effective things you can start implementing with your clients immediately to have them leaving your offices ready to refer you to their friends and family. To your success, Kevin, Jason and Sean Did you enjoy this episode? We’d love to hear from you! Com...

We’re sure you’ve experienced this before... a patient comes in and wonders why they aren’t getting better. When you ask them how their exercises are going, they are quick to tell you that they don’t do them or that they just don’t have time. So, how do you get a patient to play an active role in their health care? In today’s episode, we answer that question and more! To your success, Kevin, Jason...

Teamwork makes the dream work! When you’re looking to expand your team, it’s important to understand your strengths and weaknesses so you know what positions you want to fill. In this episode, we share our own experience with hiring and why taking the time to make sure that someone resonates with your team and has the same vision as you is so important. To your success, Kevin, Jason and Sean Did y...

Do you ever have a patient come through your door that has seen multiple practitioners and still suffers from the same issue?  Today we explore the layers of why someone has come to see you and share tips and strategies to help you get to the source of their problem and ultimately get them back on their path to health. To your success, Kevin, Jason and Sean Did you enjoy this episode? We’d love to...

Last week we discussed trauma and how to deal with it from the osteopathic perspective. This week we’re digging in a little further and talking about what we like to call, the trauma reset.  When we think of trauma, we want to think about restoring and replenishing the nervous system by balancing the relationship between the sympathetic and parasympathetic systems. Tune in to today’s episode for p...

Many people are going through hard times, but what they don’t always recognize is that their state of mind can have a massive impact on how their body is responding and behaving, so we wanted to show the relationship between the mind-body.  In this episode of The Osteo Connection, we dig into the ins and outs of treating patients with particular traumas that are affecting their physical bodies. To...

This week we thought we’re sharing the 5 key elements we’ve implemented in our practice to hold an effective team meeting.  A reminder of your core values and the principles of your team and of your clinic.   Identify your clinic’s biggest needs at that time of the meeting.   Share numbers and data with practitioners and staff.   Add a personal element by mixing in a bit of personal and profession...

We’re baaaack! We took a little break over the summer, but are back with some great new topics. Today we’re talking about keeping on top of things at your clinic. Today we’re talking about the importance of taking the time to re-evaluate how your business is running, what needs to change and how to improve your service to your clients. Tune in to the episode to hear how we experienced this over th...

Mentors are people you can learn from and that will bring out the best in you, whether that be a teacher, someone in business or a coach. In today’s episode, we dive into the subject of mentorship, what mentorship is and what to look for when choosing a mentor. We even share our experiences with some of the coaches that influenced us along our journey! To your success, Kevin, Jason and Sean Did yo...