Positivity Is Slower… But It Wins.

Jeremy VanDevender shares a practical clinic-growth and leadership framework built on a few core ideas: lead with optimism, listen like it’s your job (because it is), and create real pathways for clinicians to grow—clinically or into leadership—without burning out.In this episode, we cover:How Jeremy earned internal buy-in and built “followership” through autonomy + supportWhy negativity gets attention—but positivity builds real teamsWhat hasn’t changed in PT (patients want to feel better) vs. what’s changed a lot (documentation, reimbursement pressure, market expectations)Great Resignation lessons: surveying your team, getting humbled, and responding fastCareer ladders that celebrate clinical excellence (not just management tracks)Burnout prevention: orient careers around passion + allow evolution over time“Aikigai” and how to keep redefining success across seasons of your careerEquus Growth Advisors: revenue-first strategy, M&A support, and growth planning across healthcareParting shot: build your career around what you love—and believe in the future of physical therapyEquus Growth Advisors: https://equusgrowth.com/