Ideal Practice

“There’s no such thing as a solopreneur.”  That’s what Melissa Snow said to me when we first met to discuss her possible appearance on the podcast. And just like that, I was hooked. Her point?  She went on to explain that our network is our strength,  and finding ways to build deep connections with others is the healthiest, and fastest, way to grow your practice.  After all - who are you more like...

Okay, friends, let’s have a conversation that could change your entire relationship with money in your practice. 🧐 I’m thrilled to bring you my conversation with the fantastic Shannon Simmons. Shannon is the owner of “Fit For Profit”, a company dedicated to helping health and wellness professionals ( like us! ) get financially healthy. She's a Profit First Professional and the creator of the...

If you've been listening to this podcast for any length of time, then you know that I’m just as likely to talk about how your sun sign affects your practice, as much as your marketing strategy does, right? But today, I thought I’d go a little deeper.   A little more personal. I thought maybe it was time to share a more with you about the energy side of running a practice , or what my friends...

Listeners - I’ve got an episode here that could genuinely shift things for you … 😲 We’re meeting the inspiring Riana Malia today. Riana is a dynamic speaker, author, and reinvention strategist who specializes in helping ambitious women clear out the subconscious patterns holding them back so they can finally create the extraordinary life (and practice!) that's truly meant for them. In our co...

Okay, y’all, today we're digging into a topic we often push aside. We talk a lot about what it means to build an Ideal Practice(c), attracting perfect clients, doing the work we were called to do... but what happens to all of that – and more importantly, to our clients – if the unexpected happens to us? In this episode, I’m talking to the amazing Robyn Miller . Robyn is the founder of TheraCl...

Well, it's tax time here again in the US, my friend. 💸  So - how are you feeling? Are you sitting back, cool, calm, and collected because everything's handled?  Yay you! 😎 Or... are you maybe feeling that familiar knot of stress , scrambling at the last minute, worrying about having the funds to cover what you owe? 😵‍💫 If you're in the second camp, you're not alone.  Been t...

We talk a lot about hiring help for your business here on the Ideal Practice© podcast, but we haven’t talked yet about getting help for your finances . So today - as we’re knee deep in tax season 😵‍💫- let’s start with a look at who you need to have on your money team. (Did you even know you needed a money team? I know! For the longest time, I didn’t either!) In this episode, meet Danielle Hayden...

Do you ever find yourself feeling a little, you know, frayed around the edges ? If so, you’ll love what I have for you today, because I’m talking to the lovely Christina L. Woods, as we dig into the topic of burnout. 😵‍💫 Christina is a hypnotherapist and coach who helps exhausted, overwhelmed, powerful women learn how to come back to center, reconnect with their inner self, and tune into their i...

Hey there everyone! Have you ever wondered why some clients light you up 🤩, while others leave you drained 😒?  That happens because we, as healers, often feel like we can help anybody.   But that doesn’t mean we should help everybody .   Here’s the thing … I guarantee you will be better at helping some clients rather than others. And once you see that - and lean into it - amazing things will hap...

Hey there, folks! A LOT of my coaching clients really struggle around social media and marketing. They  feel like they need to show up constantly… They worry about how to show up and what to post.  And that doesn’t begin to cover the challenge of where they should be… Instagram? Facebook? LinkedIn? TikTok? … or ALL of the above? Oy. It’s enough to make your head spin.  Lord knows, I get it. It&apo...

You’re in for a real treat today, folks, as we take a deep dive into what it means to cultivate true connection with our clients, with our colleagues… And with ourselves. I am SO thrilled to share this episode with you, where I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with Gary Katz , founder of the Center for Intimacy Recovery centered in New York City. And let me tell you, this conversation was pur...

Did you catch last week's episode where we talked about the first 3 pillars that lay the foundation for an Ideal Practice? If you didn’t, I think it will help if you listen to that episode first. Check out E pisode #138 . Just be sure to come back here afterwards so you can get the rest of this oh-so-helpful info. This week, we're diving right back into those core principles as we unpack...

Today, my friends, we’re diving into something really important … how to lay the foundation for a thriving, successful, sustainable private practice. If you’ve been doing this for a while, you already know that success isn’t just about getting more clients. It’s about building a practice that actually works for you … one that aligns with your values, your goals, and your life.   So that’s exactly...

So, hey, that whole ‘ word of the year ‘ thing … Do you do that?  Did you pick out a Word to guide you through the year?? And now for some real talk …. Do you remember what it was?? If you answered “no“, you’re not alone.  That’s why we’re going to talk about choosing your word of the year today - because I know you. And I know that - by the time we get to February - there’s a good chance you’ve a...

Returning to the podcast after a longer-than-expected mid-winter break, I’m excited to share with you guys some of what I’ve been up to, a decision I’ve made, and where the podcast (and my practice) is going from here.  While we’re at it, I also have a few thoughts about how to navigate the intense energy that’s present in our lives right now, especially here in the U.S.  So give this one a listen...

Well, Happy New Year, everyone! 🥳 As we say goodbye to the year that has been, and step forward into who we are becoming , I wanted to share a bit of inspiration with you. (Someone special once shared this with me at a time when I really needed it, and I’ve been passing it along ever since.) Here’s the thing. If you’re going through some kind of challenge, or find yourself in the midst of some di...

I’ve got something really special for you today, folks. I’m speaking to a truly inspiring guest … the wonderful, Kimberly Spencer.  Kimberly is an entrepreneur, subconscious success strategist, Amazon #1 bestselling author, and TEDx speaker.  She is also the visionary behind Crown Yourself , a coaching company that helps business owners with their money, mindset, visibility, and strategy. In this...

The end of 2024 is fast approaching, my friends - but we’re not done just yet! Today, I’m inviting you to take some time to reflect on all that you’ve accomplished over the past 12 months. And I don’t want you to blow this off… Because here’s the thing: Learning how to recognize and honor your ongoing growth and evolution as a practice owner is essential if you want to keep moving forward. So toda...

Well, it’s that time, folks. The year is drawing to a close, things are winding down, and it's almost time for the holidays. 🌲🧑‍🎄 As you look back on 2024, what comes up for you? Did you hit the income goals you set for your practice this year? If so, that’s fantastic and I am so excited for you! But if not, you may feel like you’ve hit some kind of income ceiling, or that you’re maxed out...

Oops! Can’t believe I haven’t already covered this oh-so-important topic already on this podcast. Gonna fix that today. 🤨 Today we’re talking websites - and there is a LOT here for you. I’m speaking with Whitney Bateson on how to turn your website into a 24/7 marketing system. Whitney began as a dietician, but noticed how often other practitioners  struggled to figure out marketing and tech on th...

Hey there - are you planning BIG things for your private practice in 2025? If so, you'll love what I've got for you today. 😍 I'm sharing 5 clarifying questions to help guide your success next year.  Whether you’re a planner, or you like to figure things out as you go, taking the time to think through your answerswill help you set the stage for the work that you want to do in 2025....

FIRST: a quick head's up. In this episode, one I've pulled from the archives because it is THAT good, you'll hear that I was talking about an upcoming workshop that I held in December of 2024. Ignore that date, because that was, uhm, so last year. 😉 (I made a few tweaks to the audio to try to fix that, so if you hear a little glitch here and there, well, you know why, lol.) This ye...

You’re reading this most likely because you’re the owner of a private practice (or you’re heading that way.) How do you think of yourself? An entrepreneur? A small business owner? Or a CEO? (Erm, Wendy … aren’t they the same thing?? 🤔 ) Well no - they’re not - and that’s what we’re going to dive into today. Brie Chrisman is the founder and CEO of Boss Co , an operations management agency helping...

I have something for you to think about today, folks … Are ya feeling kind of ready to switch off and grab a little downtime? After all, it’s almost the holiday season and let’s be honest … nothing much happens at this time of year, right?? 🌲 I get that. But what if -  instead of stepping out - you leaned in ? What if you used these last few months of the year to make some serious progress in you...

Now that we are fully into the 4th quarter of the year, I want to ask you something … How are all those cool ideas and big intentions you had back at the start of this year panning out for you? Are you right on track, smashing your goals like a rockstar? Or have things gotten a little …flat? 😬 If your practice is feeling more stale than stellar , don’t feel bad. That this happens to all of us soo...