DPT to CEO: The Podcast

"Consistency is key." Heard it before? This is one of the main ideals in business, entrepreneurship, and really with any kind of goal-setting endeavor. It's important to make big pushes towards where you want to go, and I would argue it's even more important to put a moderate amount of effort and energy into your plan consistently over time to help you get where you want to go. Reason being, for m...

It's common to have fears, nerves, and worries when it comes to starting and running your own practice. These limiting thoughts can range across many areas, but some of the most common I hear are: You're worried about your pricing -- is it too high? too low? You're worried about where your next patients are coming from and you're worried if people are going to call you or not You're hoping people...

Over the past couple of years, I've worked with a lot of different practice owners -- physical therapists, occupational therapists, chiropractors...specializing in sports, ortho, pediatrics, geriatrics, chronic pain, you name it. While the settings and professions can vary quite a bit, along with the delivery models (telehealth, mobile, gym-based, brick and mortar), the path to having a full clien...

Analysis paralysis... sound familiar? I know when I was first starting my practice, the only thing in the world that I wanted was a clear checklist that would help in guiding me towards everything I needed to get started. I had to search high and low to find help because I wasn't even sure where to begin looking. When I finally found it, I was off to the races. Over the past few years operating my...

Taking time off. What a wonderful concept. Imagine closing down your computer on your last day at work before heading off on vacation, knowing everything is running smoothly and going exactly as it should. Now you're heading to some well-deserved time off where you can truly relax and recharge. As small business owners, especially solo business owners, it can be really difficult to get to this pla...

Morgan is a physical therapy cash-based practice owner turned business & marketing coach for practice owners. She currently works with other clinicians to help them start and grow their cash-based solo practices, as well as helping clinicians navigate being new business owners. In this episode, we are talking about one of the key mindset barriers and shifts I see in new practice owners that wi...

In this episode, we are talking about one of the key mindset barriers and shifts I see in new practice owners that will either hold you back or catapult you forward in being able to sell your services and plans of care, without feeling icky. Follow me on Instagram: @drmorganmeese | Join my Facebook Group: DPT to CEO | Ready to start your own cash based practice? Let's talk! morganmeese.com/bookaca...

How do I know if starting a practice is right for me? The truth is, starting your own practice is not for everyone, but it can be a great option depending on where you're at in your life and career, what you're hoping to gain from the experience and creation of a business, and how you want to treat your patients. Here are the top 5 questions I would suggest asking yourself: - Why are you consideri...

In this episode, I'm sharing with you a few of the pros and cons I've experienced with starting and growing my own solo cash-based physical therapy practice to hopefully help give you a better idea as to whether this is a good option for you. Follow me on Instagram: @drmorganmeese | Join my Facebook Group: DPT to CEO | Ready to start your own cash based practice? Let's talk! morganmeese.com/bookac...

When it comes to starting your own practice, how do you even know that you can? That it's an option? And what do you need to even be ready for the Big Checklist of How To Get Started? Let’s talk about it! Follow me on Instagram: @drmorganmeese | Join my Facebook Group: DPT to CEO | Ready to start your own cash based practice? Let's talk! morganmeese.com/bookacall | MUSIC: We Are The Best Team! by...

(This podcast was previously Cash-Based Therapy: An Interview Series)  My name is Morgan Meese and I’m a doctor of physical therapy, wellness coach, and business & marketing consultant for clinicians. I started this podcast because I’ve been on my own business journey since 2019 & I want to help as many other healthcare professionals as I can take the leap into starting their very own...

In this masterclass, Hilary Battey talks about creating an online wellness program as a physical therapist. Hilary is a licensed physical therapist and owner of Cloud Physical Therapy. She helps mothers during pregnancy and postpartum to build core strength smoothly and efficiently so they can care for themselves, their families, and do the things they love. | Follow me on Instagram: @drmorganmees...

In this masterclass, Brandon Smith takes us through the legal aspects of offering therapy, wellness, and fitness services online, particularly with respect to insurance, licensing, and other factors. Brandon is a home health physical therapist and creator of the home Health mentor course, as well as a law student and advocate for fair practice everywhere. Find him on Instagram: @dr.smith_dpt Follo...

In this masterclass, Anthony talks with us about how to incorporate Medicare into your cash practice & all the things you need to make it legal & beneficial to your business. | Follow me on Instagram: @drmorganmeese | Join my Facebook Group: DPT to CEO | Start & Grow a Successful Solo Practice | Ready to start your own cash based practice? Let's talk! morganmeese.com/bookacall | Produc...

In this masterclass, we'll cover: how to start a YouTube channel, how to gain subscribers, and how to use it to further monetize your business. Brandon Smith is a home health physical therapist and creator of the Home Health Mentor course, as well as a law student and advocate for fair practice everywhere. | Follow me on Instagram: @drmorganmeese | Join my Facebook Group: DPT to CEO | Start &...

In this episode, my friend and fellow therapist Brad Cote put on a masterclass on all things Facebook Ads! He's going to be covering: the 3 Step process you must have to have profitable FB ad campaigns, what a successful Campaign looks like, how to choose the right campaign objective and what each is used for, and the most important aspects of an ad that converts. I know there are a lot of therapi...

From Kristen: I am a therapist and running coach. I help clinicians learn how to coach runners and how to start getting more clients online. I also help runners achieve their next PR through online run and strength coaching. I used to have my own cash based practice treating solely runners but have since transitioned all online. Find her here: IG - @kristen_runyourlife FB - Kristen Schulz (persona...

Andrew Tran is a physical therapist and is the Owner of Physio Memes. He has organically grown the Physio Memes brand on social media via memes and physio products through authentic connections. He now helps businesses turn their IG followers into patients/clients without spending money on ads. Find Andrew here: IG: @physio_memes FB: facebook.com/physioxmemes Email: andrew@physiomemes.com Store: w...

From Jose: Hey! My name is Jose and I have been practicing for almost 6 years mainly treating orthopedic conditions. I recently started a side business to help fitness athletes improve with injury prevention and performance. What makes me unique is the fact that I provide virtual services such as telehealth, online fitness coaching and virtual lifting assessments. Find Jose here: Website: www.kine...

Allen is a graduate of SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, NY and he holds a Master’s Degree in Physiotherapy. His expertise is in musculoskeletal and sports injuries with a special focus on back pain, sciatica, and neck pain. His individually-tailored treatment style is eclectic and effective. Allen’s passion is to empower others with the tools, knowledge, and education they need to get...

Dr. Zykia LaRue is a licensed physical therapist and owner of LaRue Health and Wellness, LLC. As a physical therapist in the Washington, D.C. area, she has helped hundreds of adults 65 years of age and older manage their pain, prevent falls, regain their strength, and get back to doing the things they love. She has advocated on behalf of Medicare-aged-adults to Congress to ensure continued coverag...

Dr. Ali Marty is a Physical Therapist and President of Mobile Physical Therapy in Las Vegas and Henderson, Nevada. When she moved to Las Vegas in 2016 she worked for a private outpatient orthopedic clinic and quickly realized this clinic was different than what she was used to: many patients to a single provider, not enough support staff and over worked colleagues. Because of this in 2018 she open...

Brandon Smith is a home health physical therapist and creator of the Home Health mentor course, as well as a law student and advocate for fair practice everywhere. Find him on Instagram: @dr.smith_dpt | Follow me on Instagram: @drmorganmeese | Join my Facebook Group: Telehealth Business Academy 💻 Grow your online practice! (PT, OT, SLP, Healthcare) | Ready to start your own cash based practice? L...

Josh Davis is a new grad PT from ETSU and a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist. He currently owns and operates Tri Star Barbell, which is focused on a hybrid model of in-person and online, remote strength programming. Find Josh here: tristarbarbell.com, IG @tristarbarbell, FB Tri Star Barbell, Free Squat Prep Guide: https://bit.ly/The_Squat_Prep_Guide | Follow me on Instagram: @drmor...

Dr. Jennifer Morgan is passionate about creating holistic care for her patients with pelvic health issues. She blends orthopedic & pelvic health Physical therapy practices, specialty visceral manipulation skills, her yoga background, & further certifications in nutrition and prenatal & postpartum care to individualize each course of treatment. Jennifer earned her Doctorate in Physical...