The Cash-Based Practice Podcast

In today's episode, we delve into the common challenges and frustrations faced by entrepreneurs and cash-based practice owners from technical disruptions like website and email failures,, to administrative issues and lost leads, the entrepreneurial journey can be daunting and at times downright overwhelming. If you ever get hit with a number of difficulties and frustrations all at once and wonder...

Are you ready to turn your next presentation into a lead-generating powerhouse and major revenue producer for your practice? In today's podcast, we unveil the strategies for effectively collecting and nurturing potential clients at (and after) presentations or workshops.   Through these proven and practical strategies, you can easily engage your audience and obtain their contact information withou...

Diving into the journey of establishing a successful cash-based practice can be daunting, but what if you had a clear blueprint to guide your path? In this episode, we explore the essential pillars needed in a TRULY successful and sustainable cash-based practice that not only attracts plenty of patients but also delivers unparalleled service that they're happy to pay for out-of-network.  And we al...

Ever wondered why some content grabs your attention while you just scroll right past the others? If you are curious about how you can make your target patients stop and read your content, this podcast episode is for you! You'll learn why and how videos can elevate your marketing strategies and what topics your audience may find relevant and engaging. Moreover, you'll discover how AI technology is...

How your practice admin handles the phones may seem somewhat less important than patient care, but this area can silently cost a practice thousands in lost business. For that reason, your new admin needs to develop all the skills to handle initial phone calls, but the tricky part is how to get from new hire to high-converting telephone master? In this podcast, you'll hear my favorite strategy for...

For a cash-based practice, building and maintaining strong relationships with referral sources can be a huge engine for new business, especially when a practice is getting itself established. If you have the sense there may be some untapped referral sources in your area, you'll definitely want to check out this podcast to learn some practical referral marketing strategies that will help you make a...

If you're hoping to compete in the increasingly crowded cash-based marketplace, building genuine connections with your potential patients isn't nice to have, it's essential to success. So this week's podcast delves into the art of authentic patient engagement using email to convert leads without any pushy sales tactics. As a bonus, if you scroll down this page, you can download a guide on how to g...

Every practice owner knows the sting of hiring someone who seemed perfect on paper, only to discover their attitude doesn't align with the existing practice values. It's not just about credentials… it's about finding someone who truly resonates with your approach to patient care. Fortunately, there are some simple healthcare interview tips you can put to use that will help you avoid the unpleasant...

Imagine you're at a busy event, and more than one potential client is waiting to talk with you. How can you juggle prospects in a way that makes the most of all your opportunities? This is a common problem for practice owners who choose to try some event marketing without a team at their disposal. The environment can be overwhelming, and the pressure to get attendees to sign up for a consult can s...

Every private healthcare practice owner knows the importance of a well-functioning front desk. But have you ever stopped to consider the true cost of employing an admin who isn't great at conversions? You may be shocked to discover your actual investment for keeping an ineffective admin on staff can quickly add up to thousands, maybe even more than 5 figures. In this podcast, I delve into the hidd...

Imagine your healthcare practice thriving on predictable income that is not dependent on an uninterrupted flow of new patients. This foundation can help keep your business in the black, even when the economy tightens. And that's why this week's podcast explores the transformative power of cash-based memberships and how they can revolutionize a private healthcare practice.  In this episode, I share...

Are you missing out on the easy sales that can come from people who already understand the incredible value of your cash-based services? Just because a patient has completed their full plan of care doesn't mean they won't have a need in the future—or that they don't have a friend or family member you would be able to help. Yet many practice owners fail to tap into this ready pool of potential busi...

Could your practice benefit from the noticeable injections of revenue a high-ticket offer can provide? This is one of my favorite strategies for recession-proofing, as it tends to appeal to affluent customers who are less price sensitive, and it can help make up for any slowdown in business during an economic downturn. And that's why this week's podcast explains some highly effective approaches fo...

As the owner of a cash-based practice, you know the value of having patients that can easily afford to pay out of pocket for top-quality care. Today, I'm excited to share with you a simple promotional strategy that I personally use in my practice to tap into affluent patient networks. These discerning individuals highly value the exclusivity and personalized attention an OON provider can offer, an...

The thought of raising rates often stirs up feelings of stress and uncertainty—even outright panic—for a cash-based practice owner. And that fear can keep you working for less than you're worth for years! But, I'm here to tell you that by equipping yourself with the right knowledge and strategies, you can confidently wrangle your sense of dread so you can raise rates fearlessly and help get your p...

Are you about to make a critical mistake now that you found an amazing clinician who is interested in a job? In our zeal to nab a talented candidate, we often tend to overlook the longer-term motivations behind their current career ambitions… and I can tell you from personal experience, learning your star employee is going out on their own to compete with you is an expensive, painful lesson you wo...

In today's competitive job market, it's crucial for practices to create employment packages that not only attract talented candidates but also keep them motivated during uncertain times. For a private practice, that often means you'll be forced to decide if you can afford to offer a base salary when it becomes clear there are highly desirable candidates who simply aren't interested in hourly compe...

Are you looking to give your cash-based practice a quick revenue boost? Look no further! Promotions are an effective tool for bringing new patients to your clinic or enticing existing patients to come in for additional services. They provide an incentive for patients to come in and create a sense of urgency that encourages them to take action. And that's why this week's podcast delves into the wor...

If you're going to the effort of creating a highly valuable presentation or workshop as a marketing tool, you need to be sure you get some business in return. But the critical step that actually converts attendees into patients or referral sources often gets surprisingly little thought: getting participants to opt-in for further interaction. So today, I'm explaining a simple method for establishin...

Are financial pressures making it harder to get potential patients to say 'yes' to treatment? In recent months, this has become a growing concern for many cash-practice owners. And that's why this week's podcast explains some approaches that can help ensure a positive cash flow even during a recession. In this episode, you'll learn about tactics that will keep your practice going strong in an incr...

Looking for some easy ways to maximize your practice potential and attract new business? Crafting a solid patient discharge follow-up system is a great place to start. While an organized approach to post-discharge communication can be a super-easy way to capture reactivations and referrals (and generate some online buzz for your practice), it's an often overlooked area that allows business to slip...

During these uncertain times, many practice owners are looking for new service areas that can provide additional revenue and marketing potential. One such area that many find attractive is in preventive services, which can seem like a great way to attract a new collection of asymptomatic patients who would otherwise slip through the net. However, there are some little-understood pitfalls to avoid...

In the decade since I started my own cash-based practice , the market has been flooded with out-of-network competitors—which makes it a whole lot harder to stand out. Where longer visit time used to be the only advantage you needed to bring up with prospective patients, it becomes steadily less effective when other cash competitors can advertise the same thing. So… this week's podcast is focused o...