The Physician Business Podcast

**Send us a Text Message! Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us.**What does a business consultant actually do when you hire one?That’s usually the part people are curious about. Do we start with your numbers? Your marketing? Your schedule? The team issue that’s been slowly driving you nuts?A big part of my job is figuring out what’s actually keeping your clinic from moving forward, because the thing you think is the problem isn’t always the thing we need to tackle first.In this episode, I'm taking you behind the scenes of how I work with physician business owners: how I decide what to tackle first, the five areas that tend to come up again and again, and why our first priority might be very different from the problem you thought you hired me to solve.ReferencesStruggling to fill your clinic schedule? Join our 3-day Fill Your Clinic Bootcamp! From August 18-20th, Dr. Matthea Rentea and I will be teaching the 7 marketing strategies to get more patients.   Ep.3: Why Work-Life Balance Is Failing You (And What to Do Instead)Want to join a premium, immersive experience exclusively for female clinician entrepreneurs ready to scale without sacrifice? Enrollment is now open for the next round of The Female Founders Accelerator, starting in September.Download my free guide 6 Steps to Opening a Clinic here!Book a free brainstorming session with meAudio Stamps[02:20] [A recurring prospect question] "What do you actually do with new clients?"[04:52] [Reading between the lines] A "clinic" problem that was actually about childcare and redefining what a good mom looks like.[07:33] [Your clinic, your rules] Ditching corporate hours for a schedule you actually choose (even if it feels uncomfortable at first).[09:48] [Making sense of the numbers] Going through accounting together so it stops feeling scary.[11:50] [The HR reality check] More staff, more people-problems (and why you can't keep putting it off).[13:53] [Getting visible] Marketing, target audiences, and a mention of the Fill Your Clinic Bootcamp (Aug 18–20).[15:05] [Pricing it right] Weighing membership vs. fee-per-visit to find a model that fits your clinic.[16:38] [No either/or] Why building the business and protecting your family shouldn't be in competition.To work with Amanda Sabicer or find out more, check out her website at www.amandasabicer.com.

**Send us a Text Message! Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us.**You left corporate medicine to have deeper conversations with your patients. So why does the thought of a longer visit make you break out in a cold sweat?Corporate medicine trains you so well to prize efficiency, that even after you leave, the old operating system keeps running in the background. You’re building the clinic of your dreams... and now you're scared to actually use the time you're fighting for.In this episode, I break down why that tension exists and how to get past it. I'll share the four components of what I call an "intentional conversation," a few very relatable stories from my own doctor visits, and a reframe to use next time you feel yourself rushing a patient.ReferencesStruggling to fill your clinic schedule? Join our 3-day Fill Your Clinic Bootcamp! From August 18-20th, Dr. Matthea Rentea and I will be teaching the 7 marketing strategies to get more patients.   Want to join a premium, immersive experience exclusively for female clinician entrepreneurs ready to scale without sacrifice? Enrollment is now open for the next round of The Female Founders Accelerator, starting in September.Download my free guide 6 Steps to Opening a Clinic here!Book a free brainstorming session with meAudio Stamps[00:50] [Intro] On the road with family, plus a theme from this week's client sessions.[01:50] [The fear] Why clinicians worry about "talking too much" after leaving corporate medicine.[05:28] [Mindset shift] Reconnecting with why you left corporate medicine in the first place.[07:15] [New North Star] Trading "stay efficient" for "what does this patient need right now?"[08:44] [The 4 components] Understanding, connection, prioritization, and framing success.[15:30] [Intentional ≠ unlimited] Staying clinician-led while keeping boundaries and connection.To work with Amanda Sabicer or find out more, check out her website at www.amandasabicer.com.

**Send us a Text Message! Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us.**Have you ever imagined opening your own clinic… only for your brain to immediately start writing a disaster movie starring guilt, financial ruin, and the loss of your "safe" paycheck?But what if the path that looks safest may be the one costing you your health, creativity, and love for medicine?In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Komal Patil-Sisodia, an endocrinologist and founder of Eastside Menopause & Metabolism, for an honest conversation about what it actually takes to build a practice of your own. Tune in to find out what her journey can teach you about creating a clinic that truly supports the career and life you want.ReferencesConnect with Dr. Komal Patil-Sisodia:Eastside Menopause & Metabolism Instagram: @drpatilsisodiaTikTok: @drpatilsisodiaYou can sign up for Dr. Patil-Sisodia’s Midlife Health Compass Wait List hereStruggling to fill your clinic schedule? Join our 3-day Fill Your Clinic Bootcamp! From August 18-20th, Dr. Matthea Rentea and I will be teaching the 7 marketing strategies to get more patients.   Want to join a premium, immersive experience exclusively for female clinician entrepreneurs ready to scale without sacrifice? Enrollment is now open for the next round of The Female Founders Accelerator, starting in September.Download my free guide 6 Steps to Opening a Clinic here!Book a free brainstorming session with meAudio Stamps[00:50] [Intro & background] Komal's path from private practice into hospital leadership, and the tipping point that pushed her into starting her own practice.[03:48] [Barriers to starting] Guilt, financial fear, and life after her husband's heart attack.[19:20] [Building her own safety] Her first patient gave her proof she was capable, and facing her own emotional avoidance gave her confidence.[27:40] [Why she joined FFA] From solo coaching to joining the Female Founders Accelerator and a room full of women who understood. [39:08] [The wake-up call] Retreat life, investing in herself, and being confronted about her stress levels.[49:50] [Inside her practice] What Eastside Menopause & Metabolism looks like: her mission, patients, revenue, and growth.[1:02:39] [Creative outlets] Rebranding her podcast, building a new health tool, and rediscovering old hobbies.To work with Amanda Sabicer or find out more, check out her website at www.amandasabicer.com.

**Send us a Text Message! Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us.**Identifying your ideal patient isn't just a marketing exercise. It’s the difference between loving your clinic and dreading Monday mornings.If you ever leave the clinic feeling completely drained and wonder, why does this feel so hard? The problem may not be your workload. It may be misalignment. Some patients bring out your best work, leaving you feeling confident, engaged, and energized. Others leave you feeling bored, overwhelmed, or ready to quit by the end of the day. That doesn't make you a bad clinician. It means not every patient is your ideal patient.In this episode, you'll learn how to identify who energizes you, uncover what they're really struggling with, and design care that creates better results for everyone, including you.ReferencesStruggling to fill your clinic schedule? Join our 3-day Fill Your Clinic Bootcamp! From August 18-20th, Dr. Matthea Rentea and I will be teaching the 7 marketing strategies to get more patients.   Want to join a premium, immersive experience exclusively for female clinician entrepreneurs ready to scale without sacrifice? Enrollment is now open for the next round of The Female Founders Accelerator, starting in September.Download my free guide 6 Steps to Opening a Clinic here!Book a free brainstorming session with meAudio Stamps[00:50] [The misalignment problem] Burnout often comes from seeing the wrong patients, not from workload.[03:00] [Warning signs] Burnout, boredom, and overwhelm as clues to misalignment.[06:00] [Spotting your ideal patient] What to look for in your own clinic days to identify who you serve best.[09:00] [The 3-step framework] Complaint, problem, solution: turning patient insight into sharper marketing.[13:00] [Framework in practice] What complaint, problem, and solution look like for a specific specialty.[15:00] [Designing around them] Turning the avatar into clinic structure — and a challenge to reflect on your last 10 patients.To work with Amanda Sabicer or find out more, check out her website at www.amandasabicer.com.

**Send us a Text Message! Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us.**You spent over a decade training to be an excellent clinician. So why is the clinic schedule in your own practice half empty?You've run the mental checklist a hundred times and have asked yourself a dozen times what the problem might be: Do I need to raise prices? Hire an agency? Get serious about social media? Is something wrong with me?Nothing is wrong with you. You were just never taught how to grow a business. And if you were in corporate medicine, a whole marketing engine was running behind the scenes to fill your schedule for you. Now that machine is gone, and it's just you…In this episode, I’m joined by my colleague Dr. Matthea Rentea to break down why talented clinicians struggle to fill their practices, what actually works, and the Fill Your Clinic Bootcamp we built to shortcut the learning curve.ReferencesStruggling to fill your clinic schedule? Join our 3-day Fill Your Clinic Bootcamp! From August 18-20th, Dr. Matthea Rentea and I will be teaching the 7 marketing strategies to get more patients.   Want to join a premium, immersive experience exclusively for female clinician entrepreneurs ready to scale without sacrifice? Enrollment is now open for the next round of The Female Founders Accelerator, starting in September.Download my free guide 6 Steps to Opening a Clinic here!Book a free brainstorming session with meTo work with Amanda Sabicer or find out more, check out her website at www.amandasabicer.com.

**Send us a Text Message! Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us.**When you worked for someone else, HR was where people went when they got hired, fired, promoted, or needed to complain about the office thermostat. But once you're running the clinic, HR becomes something much bigger... and blurrier. In this episode, we're talking about the HR stuff clinic owners don't always realize they're supposed to be thinking about: the decisions that start before your first hire, the messiness that shows up as the team grows, the job descriptions everyone ignores until there's a problem, and the legal "oh no" moments waiting around the 10–15 employee mark.Good news: this isn't rocket science. It's just easier when someone walks you through it before you find out the hard way.ReferencesStruggling to fill your clinic schedule? Join our 3-day Fill Your Clinic Bootcamp! From August 18-20th, Dr. Matthea Rentea and I will be teaching the 7 marketing strategies to get more patients.   Want to join a premium, immersive experience exclusively for female clinician entrepreneurs ready to scale without sacrifice? Enrollment is now open for the next round of The Female Founders Accelerator, starting in September.Download my free guide 6 Steps to Opening a Clinic here!Book a free brainstorming session with meAudio Stamps[00:50] [What does HR actually do?] Why almost everyone's idea of HR is shaped by being an employee, not by running the show.[03:10] [The launch phase] How HR shows up before you've even made your first hire.[04:47] [Your first employee] Contractor vs. W-2, payroll obligations, and the misclassification risk that trips up new founders.[07:00] [Bare bones HR] Why you can get away with a more informal HR structure up until about 10 employees.[08:42] [Growing pains] How skipping job descriptions early on leads to confusion, performance issues, and "us vs. them" thinking down the line. [14:27] [Crossing 15 employees] New legal obligations mean it's time to join an employer association, update your handbook, and start succession planning.[18:07] [The 6 buckets of HR] The full scope of HR's job, and why what motivates your team may not match what you'd expect. [21:59] [Compliance, HRIS, and strategy] The unglamorous-but-critical sides of HR, plus where AI is starting to reshape the role.To work with Amanda Sabicer or find out more, check out her website at www.amandasabicer.com.

**Send us a Text Message! Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us.**Starting or growing your own clinic is exciting. But it can also feel… like a lot. You’re putting yourself out there, breaking the “rules” of corporate medicine, and wondering where your next patients will come from.And when you’re doing it alone, every decision feels heavier. The doubts get louder, and it’s easy to spend months perfecting your website when what you really need is patients in the door.That’s why I created the Female Founders Accelerator alongside my colleague, Dr. Matthea Rentea. In this episode, we’re sharing what we learned from our first cohort and the exciting updates coming for cohort two.If you’re dreaming of building a thriving practice on your own terms, this episode will show you what’s possible with the right strategy, support, and community behind you.ReferencesStruggling to fill your clinic schedule? Join our 3-day Fill Your Clinic Bootcamp! From August 18-20th, Dr. Matthea Rentea and I will be teaching the 7 marketing strategies to get more patients.   Want to join a premium, immersive experience exclusively for female clinician entrepreneurs ready to scale without sacrifice? Enrollment is now open for the next round of The Female Founders Accelerator, starting in September.Download my free guide 6 Steps to Opening a Clinic here!Book a free brainstorming session with meAudio Stamps[00:00] [Fill Your Clinic Bootcamp] A new three-day intensive open to everyone, starting in August.[01:30] [Two experts, one vision] How Amanda and Dr. Rentea's complementary skills sparked the Female Founders Accelerator (FFA).[06:30] [Cohort 1] A reflection on the first cohort of FFA, and why evaluating your results is a founder's superpower. [07:30] [Splitting the program] Why 10 months is becoming two shorter, more flexible cohorts.[09:45] [Rethinking retreats] A more flexible approach to retreats that honors every season of life. [12:00] [Two-on-one sessions] Introducing 90-minute deep work sessions with both coaches to accelerate progress.[17:15] [Filling your clinic] The #1 client challenge, and how the bootcamp tackles it head-on.[21:30] [What's included] Group coaching, WhatsApp community, and the full bonus lineup.To work with Amanda Sabicer or find out more, check out her website at www.amandasabicer.com.

**Send us a Text Message! Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us.**We’re officially halfway through the year. But wait... before you start piling on new goals, new plans, and new projects for the next six months, it’s worth asking: do you actually have space for them?That’s where entrepreneurial decluttering comes in.It’s the process of cleaning up your present so your business has room to grow into the future you actually want.In this episode, I walk you through six pillars of entrepreneurial decluttering, from your physical workspace to the clutter that lives entirely inside your head. You’ll learn how to reduce the mental load, close the open loops, and build momentum that actually feels good going into the second half of the year.Referenceshttps://www.theminimalmom.comFill Your Clinic Bootcamp: A 3-day intensive workshop where we teach the 7 proven marketing strategies we use to help physicians consistently attract the right patients.Want to join a premium, immersive experience exclusively for female clinician entrepreneurs ready to scale without sacrifice? Enrollment is now open for the next round of The Female Founders Accelerator, starting in September.Download my free guide 6 Steps to Opening a Clinic here!Book a free discovery call todayAudio Stamps[00:50] [The other side of goal setting] Why deciding what to stop is just as powerful as deciding what to start. [03:18] [Entrepreneurial decluttering] Why a cluttered business is working against the future you're trying to build. [11:45] [Pillar 1: Physical space] The spaces at home that shape your productivity, calm, and creativity.[15:48] [Pillar 2: Presence] From your wardrobe to your website — a check-in on whether your image still reflects who you are now. [17:05] [Pillar 3: Business processes] A gut check on whether your day-to-day setup is still serving you. [18:35] [Pillar 4: Business assets] Everything you've created, saved, and forgotten about that's taking up space and draining energy. [21:00] [Pillar 5: Professional development] When a love of learning turns into hoarding content you never actually implement.[22:35] [Pillar 6: Mindset] Two simple tools for clearing your mental and emotional clutter. [25:52] [Your turn] Pick the one pillar that resonates most, and do one small decluttering action in that area before the week is out.To work with Amanda Sabicer or find out more, check out her website at www.amandasabicer.com.

**Send us a Text Message! Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us.**You have a growing to-do list, a packed calendar, and a business pulling at you from every direction. You're working hard. So why does it still feel like you're barely moving?Most entrepreneurs reach for a better system: a cleaner task list, a tighter calendar, the latest productivity hack. But the problem was never your tasks or your time. It's your attention, and right now it's leaking in a dozen directions you can't even see.In this episode, I'll show you why attention, not effort, is what actually drives results, and how to start directing your focus like the CEO you're becoming.ReferencesLearning to Be the Boss of MeWant to join a premium, immersive experience exclusively for female clinician entrepreneurs ready to scale without sacrifice? Enrollment is now open for the next round of The Female Founders Accelerator, starting in September.Download my free guide 6 Steps to Opening a Clinic here!Book a free discovery call todayAudio Stamps[00:50] [Inside the Female Founders Accelerator] The program's three stages, and why the implementation phase is the hard part. [02:38] [Becoming the boss of me] A recap of the employee-to-CEO mindset shift.[05:10] [Tasks, time, and attention] Why attention is the overlooked resource that drives results. [07:20] [The employee setup] Your employer sets your tasks and time but can't manage your attention. [09:45] [The founder’s setup] Why attention becomes the primary driver when you own the business.[13:20] [Two takeaways] Results come from attention, not tasks, so pay attention to how you think all day. [14:39] [Your turn] Spot a task you're avoiding and track the thoughts behind it.To work with Amanda Sabicer or find out more, check out her website at www.amandasabicer.com.

**Send us a Text Message! Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us.**You opened your clinic to practice medicine differently, but now you’re staring at a crowded market, rising costs, unpredictable competitors, and patients who have more options than ever.In this episode, I’m taking you on a trip down memory lane to my very first day of business school, where I was introduced to Porter’s Five Forces. Yes, it sounds a little nerdy, but this framework can completely change the way you think about your clinic.We’ll look at the five forces shaping your business right now. More importantly, we’ll talk about how to use them to spot where you’re vulnerable, where you have leverage, and how to position your clinic with more clarity and confidence.ReferencesWant to join a premium, 10-month immersive experience exclusively for female clinician entrepreneurs ready to scale without sacrifice? Enrollment is now open for the next round of The Female Founders Accelerator, starting in September.Download my free guide 6 Steps to Opening a Clinic here!Book a free discovery call todayAudio Stamps[00:50] [Strategy isn't just for big companies] Why strategic frameworks help you build and grow your clinic.[01:43] [Introducing Porter's Five Forces] A quick intro to Michael Porter and the framework that shifts success from working harder to designing a business built to win. [04:38] [Force #1: Competition] Competing against similar offerings and why your niche keeps you from being commoditized on price. [08:54] [Force #2: New entrants] How easily new clinics can open near you, and why fresh competition can grow the market instead of splitting it.[15:46] [Force #3: Suppliers] The power your supply chain holds, and why early dependencies become leverage against you. [20:22] [Force #4: Bargaining power of buyers] How much pricing power customers have, and how insurance distorts it in healthcare. [26:10] [Force #5: Substitutes] The other ways patients can solve the same problem without you. [28:10] [Putting the framework to work] How to rate each force, find where you're vulnerable, and turn the framework into an intentional plan.To work with Amanda Sabicer or find out more, check out her website at www.amandasabicer.com.

**Send us a Text Message! Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us.**If you were starting your business from scratch today, what would you absolutely not choose again?In this episode, I'm sharing a simple decision-making tool I learned in my business school finance class (borrowed from the world of portfolio management), which shows how entrepreneurs can use it to make smarter choices with their time, money, energy, and focus.From underperforming team members to glitchy tech, offers that are not landing, or vendor relationships that feel off, this episode will help you spot what is draining your resources and decide what deserves your next investment.ReferencesEp. 47. The Inversion Rule: Stop Quietly Killing Your Clinic’s GrowthWant to join a premium, 10-month immersive experience exclusively for female clinician entrepreneurs ready to scale without sacrifice? Enrollment is now open for the next round of The Female Founders Accelerator, starting in September.Download my free guide 6 Steps to Opening a Clinic here!Book a free discovery call todayAudio Stamps[00:50] [What the reinvestment rule is] The decision-making tool Amanda learned in business school and why she finds it useful for making tough calls in your business.[01:41] [The key question to ask] The single question portfolio managers use to decide what stays and what goes — and how it keeps decisions forward-looking. [03:35] [Thinking like an investor] Always put your next dollar in the best available option, and don't let old decisions trap you. [04:46] [Translating it to your clinic] Applying the rule beyond money to time, energy, focus, and relationships.[05:48] [The four psychological traps] The mental traps that keep you holding onto what isn't working: sunk cost, identity/ego, status quo bias, and hidden fear.  [09:00] [Putting it into action] How to start applying the rule to your business today. To work with Amanda Sabicer or find out more, check out her website at www.amandasabicer.com.

**Send us a Text Message! Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us.**Credit card out, ready to sign, completely sold on a new doctor... and then I put the card away.I spend my days coaching physicians on how to win patients, so when I went shopping for my own direct primary care doctor recently, the tables turned. I narrowed it down to two physicians, both kind and qualified, but only one made me feel ready to move forward. The difference? One small but decisive moment in the sales conversation.If you've ever wondered whether prospective patients are saying no because of your price, your branding, your website, or your booking page, this story will make you rethink what actually closes the decision.ReferencesWant to join a premium, 10-month immersive experience exclusively for female clinician entrepreneurs ready to scale without sacrifice? Enrollment is now open for the next round of The Female Founders Accelerator, starting in September.Download my free guide 6 Steps to Opening a Clinic here!Book a free discovery call todayAudio Stamps[00:50] [The decision] Amanda was ready to sign up with a direct primary care doctor, then changed her mind. This episode explores why.[03:00] [The role of marketing] How each clinic's website and social media earned the meeting but didn't win her decision. [05:18] [The meet-and-greet] Why these calls are really sales conversations, and what she expected from them.[05:59] [What set them apart] How each doctor responded when Amanda raised her complex medical needs, and why that response made the decision. [10:33] [Yes energy] Why "willing to help" isn't enough, and what certainty actually sounds like. [12:14] [Advice for physicians] Three things to do in your next meet-and-greet.[13:30] [Female Founders Accelerator] Enrollment is open for September — grow faster, get focused, and stop figuring it out alone. To work with Amanda Sabicer or find out more, check out her website at www.amandasabicer.com.

**Send us a Text Message! Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us.**There’s a pattern that keeps even the smartest, most capable entrepreneurs stuck. Chances are, you’ve lived it. I know I have.It looks like progress: the podcasts, the saved posts, the courses you’re definitely going to finish, the consultation call that leaves you fired up… until you talk yourself out of it by bedtime.In this episode, we’re breaking down why “now’s not the right time,” “I’ll figure it out myself,” and “I can’t afford it” might not be logic at all, but fear in a very convincing outfit. Because the real cost isn’t always the investment you’re avoiding. It’s the time, energy, momentum, and opportunities you lose by staying exactly where you are.So what does it actually take to break out of your current reality and become the next version of yourself? If you’re ready to stop circling the launchpad and finally lift off, this episode is for you.ReferencesWant to join a premium, 10-month immersive experience where business growth and life go hand in hand? The Female Founders Accelerator is exclusively for female clinician entrepreneurs ready to scale without sacrifice.Download my free guide 6 Steps to Opening a Clinic here!Book a free discovery call todayAudio Stamps[00:50] [The sofa analogy] Why some furniture (and some business patterns) just won't let you go [01:48] [Who this is really about] The entrepreneur who has the capacity to change but keeps cycling back to the same place [06:10] [The real cost of waiting] Why deciding not to invest in yourself isn't saving money — it's delaying your dreams [07:26] [Roadblocks] The three hidden forces keeping you stuck: training bias, fear disguised as logic, and the power of proximity[09:23] [Still thinking like an employee] Why the identity lag from corporate medicine makes it hard to see yourself as the CEO you already are [12:05] [The astronaut analogy] Escaping velocity and why breakinging out of your current reality requires a completely different level of input [14:29] [Invitation to reflect] What would it actually take for you to become the next version of yourself? To work with Amanda Sabicer or find out more, check out her website at www.amandasabicer.com.

**Send us a Text Message! Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us.**This episode is a replay of a live Q&A webinar that Dr. Matthea Rentea and I did on April 15, 2026 for female clinicians who are thinking about starting—or looking to grow—their own clinic.We dive into the real questions that come up in the early stages of building a business: how to get started, how to gain traction, and how to step into your role as CEO with more clarity and confidence.If you’ve launched but don’t feel like you’ve hit your stride yet—or you’re still in the idea phase—this conversation will give you both practical insights and mindset shifts to help you move forward.Enrollment is now open for the next round of the Female Founders Accelerator, starting in September. This is an intimate, high-impact program designed to help you grow faster, get focused, and build your clinic alongside a supportive group of like-minded women.We keep the cohort small (just 10 spots), and we’re nearly full—so if you’re interested, reach out to learn more and see if it’s the right fit. You can learn more at www.AmandaSabicer.com/FemaleFounders.ReferencesWant to join a premium, 10-month immersive experience where business growth and life go hand in hand? The Female Founders Accelerator is exclusively for female clinician entrepreneurs ready to scale without sacrifice.Download my free guide 6 Steps to Opening a Clinic here!Book a free discovery call todayTo work with Amanda Sabicer or find out more, check out her website at www.amandasabicer.com.

**Send us a Text Message! Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us.**You’re seeing more patients than ever… but somehow delivering less care. The visits are shorter. The admin is endless. The pressure to produce more never really lets up. And over time, it can start to feel like corporate medicine is extracting everything it can from you: your time, your energy, and your expertise.After hearing this pattern repeatedly, I had an “aha” moment from my clean energy days: corporate medicine runs like a fossil fuel system. High output, centralized control, short-term gain, and hidden long-term costs like burnout, turnover, and the painful gap between the care clinicians want to give and the care the system allows. In this episode, I explore what it means to build something more sustainable: a clinic rooted in clear values, a defined mission, and renewable energy. Your energy. Because when those three things align, you stop running on empty and start building something that restores both you and your patients. ReferencesWant to join a premium, 10-month immersive experience where business growth and life go hand in hand? The Female Founders Accelerator is exclusively for female clinician entrepreneurs ready to scale without sacrifice.Download my free guide 6 Steps to Opening a Clinic here!Book a free discovery call todayAudio Stamps[00:50] [Intro] Amanda's "aha" moment connecting her clean tech past to the work she does with clinicians today[04.22] [The philosophy] The three core components of a sustainable business[05:35] [Fossil fuel medicine] The uncomfortable parallels between big oil and corporate/insurance-based healthcare[08:45] [The antidote] Why helping clinicians go independent is the clean energy movement of healthcare[10:48] [The sustainable clinic] What a regenerative, patient- and physician-centered practice actually looks like[14:20] [The three pillars] Why values, mission, and personal energy have to come before anything else [17:03] [The domino effect] Why getting the three pillars right makes everything else (schedules, boundaries, revenue model) click into place To work with Amanda Sabicer or find out more, check out her website at www.amandasabicer.com.

**Send us a Text Message! Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us.**This episode is a replay of a live Q&A webinar that Dr. Matthea Rentea and I did for female clinicians who are thinking about starting—or looking to grow—their own clinic.We dive into the real questions that come up in the early stages of building a business: how to get started, how to gain traction, and how to step into your role as CEO with more clarity and confidence.If you’ve launched but don’t feel like you’ve hit your stride yet—or you’re still in the idea phase—this conversation will give you both practical insights and mindset shifts to help you move forward.Enrollment is now open for the next round of the Female Founders Accelerator, starting in September. This is an intimate, high-impact program designed to help you grow faster, get focused, and build your clinic alongside a supportive group of like-minded women.We keep the cohort small (just 10 spots), and we’re nearly full—so if you’re interested, reach out to learn more and see if it’s the right fit.  You can learn more at www.AmandaSabicer.com/FemaleFounders.ReferencesWant to join a premium, 10-month immersive experience where business growth and life go hand in hand? The Female Founders Accelerator is exclusively for female clinician entrepreneurs ready to scale without sacrifice.Download my free guide 6 Steps to Opening a Clinic here!Book a free discovery call todayTo work with Amanda Sabicer or find out more, check out her website at www.amandasabicer.com.

**Send us a Text Message! Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us.**You went into medicine to help people. You knew it would be hard, but you were ready for that.What you weren't ready for? Being told, year after year, that the way you were trained to treat patients isn't actually how you're allowed to treat patients.More restrictions. Less autonomy. A system that slowly replaces your clinical judgment with someone else's agenda… until one day you realize you're not practicing medicine anymore. You're just following rules.That tension has a name: service fatigue. And if you've ever felt that gap, this episode is for you. Because there is a version of this career that still looks like the reason you chose it. ReferencesWant to join a premium, 10-month immersive experience where business growth and life go hand in hand? The Female Founders Accelerator is exclusively for female clinician entrepreneurs ready to scale without sacrifice. Applications close May 15.Download my free guide 6 Steps to Opening a Clinic here!Book a free discovery call todayAudio Stamps[00:50] [Intro] A fired-up call with a prospective client sparks a conversation about service fatigue[02:20] [The pattern] Women physicians, 3–12 years in, burnt out by the same systemic pressures[03:14] [The slow boil] How corporate medicine tightens its grip over time with more restrictions and less autonomy[09:05] [Redefining service] The first thing to tackle when leaving corporate: going back to your why[11:30] [The reawakening] The one question that gets burned-out physicians back in the saddle [17:05] [Clean Slate] Dropping the old rules and building the clinic you actually wantTo work with Amanda Sabicer or find out more, check out her website at www.amandasabicer.com.

**Send us a Text Message! Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us.**How could you guarantee you never fill your patient panel?Strange question, I know... but hear me out.During a delayed flight home, I stumbled across Charlie Munger's inversion rule. He believed life's hardest problems become easier when you flip them upside down. Instead of asking how to win, ask how to lose… then ruthlessly avoid those mistakes.In this episode I walk you through the inversion exercise and what it reveals about the hidden barriers holding your practice back — and why they almost always trace back to the same three things.If you've been focused on adding more, this episode is your reminder that sometimes the most powerful move is removing what's *not* working.ReferencesWant to join a premium, 10-month immersive experience where business growth and life go hand in hand? The Female Founders Accelerator is exclusively for female clinician entrepreneurs ready to scale without sacrifice. Applications close May 15.Download my free guide 6 Steps to Opening a Clinic here!Book a free discovery call todayAudio Stamps[00:50] [Intro] A delayed flight and a new way to think about growing your practice [02:47] [Charlie Munger] The investing legend and his surprisingly simple business philosophy [04:16] [The inversion rule] Instead of asking how to win, ask how to lose [07:15] [Applying inversion to your practice] How to guarantee you never fill your direct care patient panel [07:53] [Panel-filling mistakes] No niche, no online presence, confusing pricing, friction at signup, slow follow-up, and more[16:22] [The three pillars] Why every panel-filling mistake traces back to trust, convenience, and perceived value [17:16] [Summary] Success isn't just about adding more, but removing what's killing your progress To work with Amanda Sabicer or find out more, check out her website at www.amandasabicer.com.

**Send us a Text Message! Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us.**You started your own practice for the freedom. To practice medicine your way, work with the patients you actually want to see, and build something that’s yours.And then… the admin hit.The forms. The tracking. The never-ending list of tiny tasks that somehow keep multiplying. Back when you were employed, all of this just happened behind the scenes. Now? It’s your responsibility. And if you’re honest, it’s not just annoying, it's slowing your progress down.In this episode, we’re tackling it head on. I’m sharing three mindset shifts that make admin easier to deal with, plus the simple, practical strategies I use (and teach my clients) to actually stay on top of it. Because the goal isn’t to love admin (I’m not a miracle worker). It’s to stop it from being the thing that keeps your business stuck.ReferencesEp. 17: From Doctor to CEO: Mastering the 7 Roles They Never Taught You in TrainingEp. 27. Learning to Be the Boss of MeWant to join a premium, 10-month immersive experience where business growth and life go hand in hand? The Female Founders Accelerator is exclusively for female clinician entrepreneurs ready to scale without sacrifice. Applications close May 15.Download my free guide 6 Steps to Opening a Clinic here!Book a free discovery call todayAudio Stamps[00:50] [Intro] Why spring break ending feels like getting back in the business saddle[02:46] [The CEO 7 hats] A recap of every role you take on as a physician entrepreneur [08:30] [The admin problem] Why so many clients get stuck on admin (and what's really going on)[09:15] [Mindset shift #1] Admin is a necessary evil, and the buck stops with you [09:54] [Mindset shift #2] Why outsourcing before you understand a task can backfire[11:42] [Mindset shift #3] Using your resistance to admin as a signal to simplify [13:40] [Friday Focus Club] How body doubling turns dreaded tasks into a weekly ritual [16:34] [Change your scenery] Why public places can beat the home office for tough tasks [18:03] [Small steps] Practical ways to make admin tasks less painful To work with Amanda Sabicer or find out more, check out her website at www.amandasabicer.com.

**Send us a Text Message! Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us.**Ever hired someone to help grow your business and felt that sinking feeling when it just… wasn't what you were promised? Or maybe you're so scared of making the wrong call that you just… haven't made one at all?In this episode, I’m joined by physician and clinic founder Dr. Matthea Rentea, who gets honest about the investments that flopped, what she did to salvage them, and the three things she now looks for before spending a single dollar. If you've ever regretted a business investment, or you're on the fence about making one, this one's for you.ReferencesWant to join a premium, 10-month immersive experience where business growth and life go hand in hand? The Female Founders Accelerator is exclusively for female clinician entrepreneurs ready to scale without sacrifice. Applications close May 15.Download my free guide 6 Steps to Opening a Clinic here!Book a free discovery call todayAudio Stamps[00:50] [Intro] Physician and clinic founder Dr. Matthea Rentea on why bad investments are part of building your clinic[04:38] [Voice concerns early] The Instagram coach who disappeared and what it taught her[07:13] [Vanity metrics] The costly lesson about confusing aesthetics with strategy[08:00] [Key learnings] How to interrogate a vendor's actual promise before spending[12:00] [Reshape the investment] How Dr. Rentea flipped a frustrating investment into a staff development tool[13:52] [Delegation] Why handing off tasks without oversight is a trap[16:07] [Knowing when to quit] When leaving early is the smartest business decision[19:43] [A investment worth keeping] When the data proved Dr. Rentea wrong about cutting costs[21:00] [Picking investments] Dr. Rentea’s top three things to look for before you make an investment— and how to find the right peopleTo work with Amanda Sabicer or find out more, check out her website at www.amandasabicer.com.

**Send us a Text Message! Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us.**Your inner circle loves you… but they’re not always the best people to turn to when you’re riding the emotional highs and lows of running a healthcare business. In this episode, we unpack why community isn’t just “nice to have”, but the thing that accelerates your growth. From learning faster through others’ experiences to building resilience, accountability, and confidence, you’ll hear exactly how curating the right environment can  change not just your business results, but how it actually feels to run your business.ReferencesInterested in joining the Female Founders Accelerator?Register for today’s  LIVE Q&A webinar, where you can ask us anything about the program, or whether this approach is right for your situation. (If you can’t attend, you can submit a question and replays will be sent to everyone who registers.)Download my free guide 6 Steps to Opening a Clinic here!Book a free discovery call todayAudio Stamps[01:30] [Intro] Why does community matter so much in entrepreneurship?[02:15] [Healthcare] Why community matters more in an industry that never stops changing.[05:20] [A real-life example] A nonprofit consultant's experiment that proved community accelerates change faster.[09:08] [The 8 benefits of community] What a good entrepreneurial community actually does for you.[20:50] [Building community for yourself] Simple steps to curate your own circle, even if you don't have access to an entrepreneurial community.[22:20] [Wrap-up] FFA applications, upcoming Q&A calls, and how to get in touchTo work with Amanda Sabicer or find out more, check out her website at www.amandasabicer.com.

**Send us a Text Message! Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us.**What if the reason you’re not making more money in your clinic… has nothing to do with your pricing, services, or strategy?In this episode, we unpack a deceptively simple question many clinicians ask: “What should I offer to make more money?”But here’s the truth:That’s not the real question.Through a powerful story from the world of oncology—and a physician who was dismissed for thinking differently—you’ll discover:Why the healthcare system rewards imitation (and punishes innovation that falls outside the norm)How losing your “why” leads directly to burnout—even in your own businessThe hidden cost of building offers based on money instead of meaningWhy alignment—not strategy—is the foundation of sustainable incomeHow to create offers that energize you and deeply serve your patientsIf you struggle with building momentum in your practice, this episode is for you.Because the most profitable thing you can build… is something that actually matters to you.And if you are looking for support in building your clinic, applications for our next cohort of the Female Founders Accelerator are currently being accepted.  You can read more about the Female Founders Accelerator and you can join one of our free Q&A webinars (register HERE) where we answer general business questions and share more details about the program.  You can submit any clinic business questions you have here and we’ll answer it during the webinar (just make sure to register so you get the replay!)Looking for more individual business support?  Book a free discovery call today to learn more about how to work 1:1 with Amanda.To work with Amanda Sabicer or find out more, check out her website at www.amandasabicer.com.

**Send us a Text Message! Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us.**The Female Founders Accelerator isn't your typical medical practice business program that ignores your life and wellbeing. And it's not another personal wellness program that tells you to slow down your ambitions and meditate.It's a 10-month program designed specifically for female clinicians who: Want success in their businesses AND their personal livesWant to balance earning income from clinical and non-clinical revenue streamsSeek support from a community of like-minded women clinic ownersNeed a tailored, targeted business Roadmap, complete with milestones and goalsAre tired of just listening to lectures and advice and want a “do-with”, implementation-focused programAs one of the bonuses, all FFA participants will also be enrolled in the upcoming Summer Reset program, which you can learn more about here.Applications due by May 15, 2026, with the program starting September 2026.Join one of our free Q&A webinars (register HERE) where we will answer general business questions and share more details about the program.  You can also submit any clinic business questions you have here and we’ll answer it during the webinar (just make sure to register so you get the replay!)You can read more about The Female Founders Accelerator and submit an application here.To work with Amanda Sabicer or find out more, check out her website at www.amandasabicer.com.

**Send us a Text Message! Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us.**What if your dissatisfaction at work, your burnout wasn’t because you weren’t trying hard enough or couldn’t optimize your life the right way, but because the system you’ve been trying to survive in is broken?In this raw, behind-the-scenes final episode in the Clinic Founders Series, Dr. Matthea Rentea and I unpack what really happens when women clinicians step out of burnout and into transformation—not through another luxury escape, but through deep, uncomfortable, identity-shifting work.Fresh off hosting a powerful 5-day retreat for our Female Founder Accelerator, we share:Why most retreats keep you stuck (even the “high-end” ones)The hidden reason women clinicians feel trapped in careers they’ve outgrownWhat actually creates fulfillment and lasting change (hint: it’s not relaxation)How proximity to a community of bold, action-taking women expands what you believe is possibleThe surprising role identity, image, and visibility play in scaling your clinicThis isn’t about taking a break from your life.It’s about building one you don’t need to escape from.If you’ve been quietly wondering, “Is there more than this?”—this episode is your permission slip to start asking bigger questions.P.S. And here are your links to the amazing social media video we talked mentioned and the past podcast episode we did on learning how to invest in yourself.ReferencesRegister for a FREE Female Founders Accelerator webinar to get your business questions answered and to learn more about the program!Applications are open for the next cohort of the Female Founders Accelerator!  Next cohort starts in September 2026.  And for those who haven’t started a clinic yet, reach out to us now so we can help you prior to the next cohort opening up so that you participate.  If you are considering this program at all, this is your chance to connect with us and get some momentum!Looking for more individual business support?  Book a free discovery call today to learn more about how to work 1:1 with Amanda.To work with Amanda Sabicer or find out more, check out her website at www.amandasabicer.com.

**Send us a Text Message! Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us.**If marketing your practice feels uncomfortable, confusing, or overwhelming… you’re not alone.And more importantly—your job is not to confuse your discomfort doing marketing with a belief that you are bad at marketing.In the latest episode of our Clinic Founder Series, Dr. Matthea Rentea and I unpack one of the biggest challenges women clinicians face when starting and growing their own practices: the belief that they don’t know how to market themselves.Our clients usually arrive thinking that they just need some marketing tactics. But in reality, the issue often isn’t the tactics. Or even the strategy.It’s how marketing is being perceived - by themselves and by others.In our conversation, we explore what comes up in real time when clinicians are asked to share their value proposition, talk about their clinic, and show up more consistently (particularly on social media). Clinicians’ desire to spread the word about their clinics clashes with the discomfort, confusion, hesitation, and even resistance that emerges when it is time to do marketing.   In the episode, we talk about:• Why marketing feels so unnatural for many clinicians• The difference between “selling” and communicating your value• What’s really underneath the resistance to being visible• How overthinking and perfectionism slow down growth• The mindset shifts that make marketing feel more authentic and sustainableThis episode isn’t about giving you more tactics or even a fresh strategy.It’s about helping you shift your mindset about marketing. To start to see marketing differently—so it feels less like something you have to force, and more like a natural extension of your mission and the work you already care deeply about.If you’ve been holding back from putting yourself out there or struggling to grow your practice, this conversation will help you understand why—and what to do next.ReferencesJoin the Female Founders Accelerator waitlist and be the first to find out when the next cohort opens in the second half of 2026. Interviews for the next round will be starting soon. And for those who haven’t started a clinic yet, reach out to us now so we can help you prior to the next cohort opening up so that you participate.  If you are considering this program at all, this is your sign to get on the waitlist!Book a free discovery call today to learn more about how to work 1:1 with Amanda.To work with Amanda Sabicer or find out more, check out her website at www.amandasabicer.com.

**Send us a Text Message! Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us.**In this latest episode of our Clinic Founder Series, Dr. Matthea Rentea and I discuss the toughest gap all entrepreneurs face (including ourselves!): handling feedback.Whether it’s a comment about your social media, your clothes or your crooked tooth, a simple piece of input from someone else doesn’t feel simple at all.It can land emotionally.It can bring up defensiveness, fear, anger or shame.And it can definitely distract you from your larger goal.While most entrepreneurs claim they want honest perspectives from others, very few are actually prepared for how it feels to receive that feedback - especially when it challenges how they see themselves, their business, or their decisions.We talk about:• Why certain comments hit harder than expected (especially from friends and family)• The difference between hearing something and actually being open to it• How these moments reveal blind spots you can’t see on your own• Why this skill becomes more important as you step into leadership• The framework you can use to help you navigate these situations in the futureThis isn’t about communication tactics.It’s about the internal work required to grow as a founder—especially when you’re surrounded by other high-achieving, thoughtful people who are reflecting things back to you that you may not be ready to hear.Because the truth is:Your growth as an entrepreneur is limited to what you’re willing to see and what you are willing to share with others.ReferencesJoin the Female Founders Accelerator waitlist and be the first to find out when the next cohort opens in the second half of 2026. Interviews for the next round will be starting soon. And for those who haven’t started a clinic yet, reach out to us now so we can help you prior to the next cohort opening up so that you participate.  If you are considering this program at all, this is your sign to get on the waitlist!Book a free discovery call today to learn more about how to work 1:1 with Amanda.To work with Amanda Sabicer or find out more, check out her website at www.amandasabicer.com.

**Send us a Text Message! Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us.**Starting your own medical practice can feel overwhelming—especially when you're trying to balance clinical responsibilities, personal life, and the pressure to “do it right.”In this episode, we break down one of the most common challenges women physicians face when transitioning into entrepreneurship: the feeling that everything is chaotic, unclear, and constantly competing for your attention.Many doctors describe the early stages of starting a practice as feeling like a “52-card pickup”—ideas, tasks, strategies, and decisions scattered everywhere with no clear starting point.But the problem isn’t a lack of effort or intelligence.It’s a lack of simple, aligned systems.In this conversation, we explore how to move from overwhelm to clarity by focusing on what actually matters, simplifying the process of building a practice, and letting go of the pressure to do everything at once.We also dive into the emotional side of starting a business—decision fatigue, self-doubt, and the invisible mental load many women physicians carry as they step into leadership and ownership.In this episode, we discuss:• Why starting a medical practice often feels overwhelming and disorganized• The “52-card pickup” problem and how it shows up for physicians• How to simplify your business by focusing on what actually matters• The role of systems in reducing stress and decision fatigue• Why doing less (but better) leads to more sustainable growth• The internal shifts required to move from clinician to founderThis episode is part of the Clinic Founder Series, a podcast mini series created in collaboration with my colleague Dr. Matthea Rentea, that shares insights from working closely with women physicians inside the Female Founders Accelerator.If you’re a clinician thinking about starting your own practice but feel overwhelmed, scattered, or unsure where to begin, this episode will help you find clarity and take your next step with confidence.ReferencesJoin the Female Founders Accelerator waitlist and be the first to find out when the next cohort opens in the second half of 2026. Interviews for the next round will be starting soon. And for those who haven’t started a clinic yet, reach out to us now so we can help you prior to the next cohort opening up so that you participate.  If you are considering this program at all, this is your sign to get on the waitlist!Book a free discovery call today to learn more about how to work 1:1 with Amanda.To work with Amanda Sabicer or find out more, check out her website at www.amandasabicer.com.

**Send us a Text Message! Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us.**Leaving corporate medicine isn’t just a career decision—it’s an identity shift.In this episode of the Clinic Founder Series where we share insights and lessons from working closely with physicians inside the Female Founders Accelerator, Dr. Matthea Rentea and I talk about the emotional and professional journey physicians go through when they begin questioning the traditional medical system and consider starting their own clinic.We find that most physicians go through three phases before deciding to leave corporate medicine and pursue a different path, including starting their own clinic or designing a more independent model of care. They work hard to optimize their schedules, outsource responsibilities at home, and take on leadership roles in an attempt to improve the system from within.But eventually, they reach a turning point where they begin to question whether the issue is really about productivity—or whether the system itself may be fundamentally misaligned with the way they want to practice medicine.At this point, they face a powerful question: What would practicing medicine on my terms actually look like?In today’s conversation, we break down the three phases physicians commonly experience during this transition:Phase 1: The Optimizing Phase - aka I just need to work smarter.Trying to make the system work by becoming more efficient, working harder, and improving workflows.Phase 2: The Realization Phase - aka This might be bigger than me.Recognizing that the underlying problems may be systemic rather than personal.Phase 3: The Reclaiming Phase - aka What if I am meant to practice medicine differently?Exploring new possibilities, including entrepreneurship, private practice, and designing a more aligned way to practice medicine.If you’ve ever felt trapped between the stability of corporate medicine and the desire to build a more independent practice, this episode will help you understand why that tension exists—and why so many clinic founders eventually decide to say no to dysfunction.In this episode, we discuss:• The common phases physicians experience before leaving a traditional job• Why optimizing your life doesn’t fix a dysfunctional system• The emotional challenge of letting go of leadership roles and responsibilities• What makes the transition to starting your own clinic so difficult• Why community and mentorship matter during the founder journeyReferencesJoin the Female Founders Accelerator waitlist and be the first to find out when the next cohort opens in the second half of 2026. Interviews for the next round will be starting soon. And for those who haven’t started a clinic yet, reach out to us now so we can help you prior to the next cohort opening up so that you participate.  If you are considering this program at all, this is your sign to get on the waitlist!Book a free discovery call today to learn more about how to work 1:1 with Amanda.To work with Amanda Sabicer or find out more, check out her website at www.amandasabicer.com.

**Send us a Text Message! Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us.**What happens when you decide to step into a bigger version of yourself before you feel ready?In this episode, my friend and colleague, Dr. Matthea Rentea, and I take you behind the scenes of our recent Female Founders Accelerator retreat that featured a photoshoot experience designed to help our founder clients upgrade their self-image, re-imagine their personal brand, and step into their next level of leadership and CEO energy. What started as a simple task (just take a couple of photos!)  turned into a powerful reminder that professional photos aren’t just about marketing—they’re about identity, confidence, and the internal transformation that happens when you choose to show up differently in the world.We talk about the massive amount of planning that goes into a high-level brand photoshoot, the surprising emotional challenges people experience when they see themselves on camera, and why having the right team—from stylists to photographers to supportive peers—can completely change the quality of your photos and how you see yourself.We also dive into something most people don’t talk about: how a photoshoot can force you to confront your inner critic, rewrite your self-image, and step into a more confident version of yourself as a founder.Because the real transformation isn’t the photos.It’s the person you become in the process.If you’ve ever struggled with imposter syndrome, self-image, or showing up confidently as the face of your business, this episode will change how you think about personal branding forever.In this episode we cover:• Why founder photos usually don’t represent who you actually are• The difference between quick AI images vs. a real brand photoshoot experience• How stylists and photographers help you see what you can’t see in yourself• The mindset shifts that happen when you invest in your identity• Why transformation requires action before you feel readyReferencesJoin the Female Founders Accelerator waitlist and be the first to find out when the next cohort opens in the second half of 2026. Interviews for the next round will be starting soon. And for those who haven’t started a clinic yet, reach out to us now so we can help you prior to the next cohort opening up so that you participate.  If you are considering this program at all, this is your sign to get on the waitlist!Book a free discovery call todayAudio Stamps[00:21] Why free conference headshots are not sufficient for a CEO[08:15] - Why who you hire makes such a big difference[10:17] - Lessons learned from past photoshoots[[11:45] – How we handled body dysmorphia during the photoshoot[17:03] - The role of self-talk in getting a great photo🎧 If you’re building a clinic, leading a business, or learning to show up more confidently online, this conversation will give you a completely new perspective on what a photoshoot can really do.To work with Amanda Sabicer or find out more, check out her website at www.amandasabicer.com.

**Send us a Text Message! Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us.**After hosting a five-day, in-person retreat for our Female Founder Accelerator (FFA) program, my colleague Dr. Matthea Rentea and I decided to record several podcast episodes reflecting on the biggest insights we’ve gleaned so far from running the FFA program.  We’ve bundled these episodes into a mini series we are calling the Clinic Founder Series.In this introductory episode of the mini-series, we talk about the power of bringing entrepreneurs together in a shared environment, the challenges many founders face when trying to grow and market their businesses, and the importance of mindset, strategy, and community when building something meaningful. We share the purpose of the series and give listeners a behind-the-scenes look at the conversations and lessons that emerged during the retreat.ReferencesHere's the Celebration Cake IG post!Join the Female Founders Accelerator waitlist and be the first to find out when the next cohort opens in the second half of 2026. Interviews for the next round will be starting soon. And for those who haven’t started a clinic yet, reach out to us now so we can help you prior to the next cohort opening up so that you participate.  If you are considering this program at all, this is your sign to get on the waitlist!If you are interested in 1:1 business support, book a free discovery call with me todayTo work with Amanda Sabicer or find out more, check out her website at www.amandasabicer.com.

**Send us a Text Message! Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us.**Sometimes life throws you a curveball right when you need it least.This week, days before the most complex retreat I've ever planned, I got some difficult personal news that forced me to completely pivot.The temptation in moments like these is to try to control every detail and predict every outcome. But I've learned that's not what gets you through moments like these.In this episode, I share the three things I rely on when life forces a pivot, and why so much of entrepreneurship is really about who you choose to be when things don't go to plan.ReferencesJoin the Female Founders Accelerator waitlist and be the first to find out when the next cohort opens in 2026.Entrepreneur's Annual Goal Setting GuideThe 90 Day Clinic Launch Blueprint teaches the financial, marketing, and operational essentials to get your practice up and running in just 90 days. Get on the waitlist here.Download my free guide 6 Steps to Opening a Clinic here!Book a free discovery call todayAudio Stamps[00:50] [Intro] A sudden loss, a last-minute pivot, and what it taught me about entrepreneurship[04:47] [The pivot] When a family emergency forces a last-minute change to a major business commitment[05:56] [Confidence] Why self-trust is more useful than trying to predict the future[06:59] [The framework] Three things to keep you grounded when plans change[10:53] [The human side] The reality of running a business and holding different emotions at the same timeTo work with Amanda Sabicer or find out more, check out her website at www.amandasabicer.com.

**Send us a Text Message! Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us.**One of the hardest skills we're never taught? How to have difficult conversations well. So we put them off… until they're living rent-free in our heads. When we finally do have them, we wing it, things get awkward or defensive, and we end up avoiding them even more next time.But underneath every difficult conversation is actually three conversations happening at once. And once you understand what they are, you'll never approach a hard conversation the same way again. If you want a better way to handle tough talks — whether it's with a colleague, partner, or family member — this one’s for you.ReferencesDifficult Conversations: How to Discuss What Matters Most by Douglas Stone, Bruce Patton, and Sheila HeenEntrepreneur's Annual Goal Setting GuideThe 90 Day Clinic Launch Blueprint teaches the financial, marketing, and operational essentials to get your practice up and running in just 90 days. Get on the waitlist here.Download my free guide 6 Steps to Opening a Clinic here!Book a free discovery call todayAudio Stamps[01:20] [What is a difficult conversation?] Why they feel so uncomfortable and what most people get wrong about them[04:55] [The framework] Difficult Conversations by Stone, Patton & Heen: the book behind this episode and why it's worth reading[07:36] [Conversation 1: What happened?] How disagreements about truth, intentions, and blame make hard conversations even harder[15:09] [Conversation 2: Feelings] Why feelings need to be part of the conversation, even in a professional setting[19:40] [Conversation 3: Identity] How your sense of self gets in the way of having the conversation you need to have[21:56] [Takeaways] How to use all three conversations to get a better outcomeTo work with Amanda Sabicer or find out more, check out her website at www.amandasabicer.com.

**Send us a Text Message! Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us.**Snapping at yourself, avoiding the tasks you know would help your business, and wondering why you just can't do the thing?While exploring how to truly “be the boss of me” as a business owner, I had a harsh realization: my inner toddler was running the show. And it turns out the same parenting techniques that worked on my kids, work on grown-up resistance in business too.Tune in to hear how re-parenting myself is helping me get out of my own way and build the business I actually want.ReferencesEntrepreneur's Annual Goal Setting GuideThe 90 Day Clinic Launch Blueprint teaches the financial, marketing, and operational essentials to get your practice up and running in just 90 days. Get on the waitlist here.Download my free guide 6 Steps to Opening a Clinic here!Book a free discovery call todayAudio Stamps[00:50] [Intro] Learning to be the boss of yourself when you leave corporate[01:56] [Re-parenting yourself] Why self-management requires parenting skills[03:53] [What doesn't work with kids] Failed experiments with physical discipline, logic, nagging, and comparison[07:52] [What actually works] Selective ignoring and asking "Is acting this way going to get you what you want?"[13:08] [Applying it to yourself] Using parenting techniques on your own resistance and negative self-talkTo work with Amanda Sabicer or find out more, check out her website at www.amandasabicer.com.

**Send us a Text Message! Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us.**You’ve spent years learning how to make the “right” clinical decision. You come from a world with protocols, gold standards, and someone above you to blame when things go sideways. Then you start a business and realize it’s just you, your brain, and a hundred decisions a week you can’t outsource…In this episode, I talk about why there is no “right way” once you’re the boss of yourself, and why trusting your internal compass matters more than hunting for the perfect strategy.Featuring Martha Beck, a recurring dream featuring a beaver, a surprise cathedral window, and one very useful question: does this choice feel warmer… or colder? Trust me… it’ll make sense when you press play!ReferencesMartha Beck -The Gathering Room PodcastEp. 27: Learning to Be the Boss of MeEntrepreneur's Annual Goal Setting GuideThe 90 Day Clinic Launch Blueprint teaches the financial, marketing, and operational essentials to get your practice up and running in just 90 days. Get on the waitlist here.Download my free guide 6 Steps to Opening a Clinic here!Book a free discovery call todayAudio Stamps[00:50] [Intro] Why decision-making is harder when there’s no “gold standard” in business[04:08] [Letting go of reputation] Why being seen as “wrong” is sometimes necessary[04:33] [Finding your North Star] Building an inner compass instead of looking for rules[05:08] [Martha Beck’s story] A move that made no logical sense, but felt right[08:09] [Warmer vs. colder] Freedom as the signal you’re moving in the right direction[09:47] [Your body’s cues] Learning how “colder” shows up for you, and using it to make key decisions in businessTo work with Amanda Sabicer or find out more, check out her website at www.amandasabicer.com.

**Send us a Text Message! Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us.**“I’m just not confident enough.”I hear this all the time from smart, accomplished women who are more than capable, but still waiting to feel “ready”.Recently, I met a woman with a beautiful idea and watched her almost talk herself out of it in real time. Not because it wasn’t a good idea, but because she didn’t feel confident enough yet. And it hit me how familiar this pattern is, especially for women building something new. In this episode, I break down the real recipe for confidence, why courage comes first, and how confidence is built after you take action (not before).ReferencesStrong Ground by Brené BrownEntrepreneur's Annual Goal Setting GuideThe 90 Day Clinic Launch Blueprint teaches the financial, marketing, and operational essentials to get your practice up and running in just 90 days. Get on the waitlist here.Download my free guide 6 Steps to Opening a Clinic here!Book a free discovery call todayAudio Stamps[00:50] [Intro] A January pie party and an unexpected conversation about courage[02:08] [Admitting what you really want] A stranger shares her dream of facilitating ecstatic dance[06:02] [The confidence recipe] Why courage and self-compassion come before confidence.[09:08] [Upgrading self-image] A transformative photo shoot retreat for female founders.[14:14] [Doing hard things together] The power of community and compassionate feedback.[]15:45] [Building your own confidence] Amanda shares what she's working on to build confidence and what you can do next.To work with Amanda Sabicer or find out more, check out her website at www.amandasabicer.com.

**Send us a Text Message! Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us.**Ever find yourself lying awake rehearsing a conversation you really don't want to have? Maybe it's a performance issue, a behavior problem, or that feedback you know you need to give, but keep putting off.If this feels harder than it “should,” there’s a good reason. You spent years learning medicine, not management. Nobody taught you how to have hard conversations with people you used to joke around with at lunch. And now you're the CEO, which means these conversations land on your desk whether you feel ready or not.In this episode, I break down the three reasons difficult conversations feel so hard for physician practice owners, and what to do about each one. We talk about the lonely shift from colleague to boss, why your empathy can actually work against you, and a simple framework to structure any tough conversation.ReferencesThe Power Paradox: How We Gain and Lose Influence by Dacher KeltnerStrong Ground by Brené BrownEntrepreneur's Annual Goal Setting GuideThe 90 Day Clinic Launch Blueprint teaches the financial, marketing, and operational essentials to get your practice up and running in just 90 days. Get on the waitlist here.Download my free guide 6 Steps to Opening a Clinic here!Book a free discovery call todayAudio Stamps[00:50] [Intro] A recurring theme in client conversations: how to have difficult conversations[01:14] [What makes it hard] The different reasons a conversation might feel difficult[02:24] [Hurdle 1: Topic uncertainty] When the discomfort is about not knowing enough, and when to bring in an expert[05:40] [Hurdle 2: Role confusion] The transition from colleague to CEO and why empathy can hold you back[11:39] [Hurdle 3: Framing the conversation] Using goals, values, and a "North Star" to structure the meeting[15:00] [Feelings as messengers] Uncovering the secret thought behind your anxietyTo work with Amanda Sabicer or find out more, check out her website at www.amandasabicer.com.

**Send us a Text Message! Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us.**You want to start (or grow) your business the "right" way, so naturally you look for a solid plan to get started. More data and more certainty should mean less risk, right?The trouble is, we often cling to plans and data to create an illusion of control, even though business (much like life) is wildly unpredictable. The result is analysis paralysis, delayed momentum, and a business built around theory instead of real results.In this episode, we flip the script. You'll learn why great businesses aren't built from perfect plans, but from experimentation. Drawing on Lean Startup principles, I'll show you how to truly de-risk your business by taking action, running small experiments, and letting the market guide your next move.ReferencesEntrepreneur's Annual Goal Setting GuideThe 90 Day Clinic Launch Blueprint teaches the financial, marketing, and operational essentials to get your practice up and running in just 90 days. Get on the waitlist here.Download my free guide 6 Steps to Opening a Clinic here!Book a free discovery call todayAudio Stamps[00:50] [Intro] The pattern emerging from recent consultations: why clients asking for solid plans and data might be missing the point[02:58] [The plumber test] Why hiring for results matters more than detailed plans[07:34] [Lean Startup vs old school] Testing assumptions with real customers instead of theoretical planning[09:37] [Birth plan lessons] What my birthing experiences taught me about controlling the uncontrollable[16:50] [Taking action] Why small experiments beat perfect plans when building your businessTo work with Amanda Sabicer or find out more, check out her website at www.amandasabicer.com.

**Send us a Text Message! Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us.**I left my last employed position (part-time) in 2025 thinking it would be easy to transition to entrepreneurship full time. I’d been running my own business for eight years… so really, how hard could it be to leave a job?As it turns out, the hardest part wasn’t building the business at all. It was unwinding decades of invisible rules around time, creativity, and safety. Rules I didn’t even realize were still running the show. Freedom, I’ve learned, is exciting…. but  also deeply uncomfortable.This episode is an honest look at what my transition into full-time entrepreneurship has actually been like: the creativity that’s finally resurfacing, the unsettling freedom of having no one else to point at, and what it really means to learn how to be the boss of me.ReferencesHow to Build Your Practice, Not Another Job: 5 Critical Mindset Shifts for Practice OwnersEntrepreneur's Annual Goal Setting GuideUntamed by Glennon DoyleThe 90 Day Clinic Launch Blueprint teaches the financial, marketing, and operational essentials to get your practice up and running in just 90 days. Get on the waitlist here.Download my free guide 6 Steps to Opening a Clinic here!Book a free discovery call todayAudio Stamps[00:50] [Intro] The loneliness of entrepreneurship and learning who's really the boss[03:50] [The transition] Leaving my job and going through the employee-to-entrepreneur shift[08:38] [Hidden constraints] Realizing how much my creativity and habits were shaped by being employed[12:04] [The cheetah metaphor] Staying in the cage for safety even when the door was open[17:39] [Learning freedom] Taking full responsibility and building my business without old limitationsTo work with Amanda Sabicer or find out more, check out her website at www.amandasabicer.com.

**Send us a Text Message! Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us.**Thinking about starting your own practice, but worried you’ll be fielding patient messages at all hours of the day and night?It’s a concern I hear often from physicians considering independence—the fear that once the layers of corporate support are gone, everything lands on your plate. With no admin buffer, you imagine yourself dealing with every message, every request, and every “quick question” that shows up after hours.In this episode, I break down where that fear actually comes from and what really happens when you start a practice from zero. We talk about realistic patient volumes, boundaries that hold up in real life, and how much control you actually have over who becomes a patient and how they interact with you.ReferencesThe 90 Day Clinic Launch Blueprint teaches the financial, marketing, and operational essentials to get your practice up and running in just 90 days. Get on the waitlist here.Download my free guide 6 Steps to Opening a Clinic here!Book a free discovery call todayAudio Stamps[00:50] Intro: Physician burnout and mental health challenges in corporate medicine [03:28] The concern: Being overwhelmed by patient inquiries outside business hours [06:03] Key reframe: You get to design your own clinic on your terms[08:23] Amanda's advice: Five strategies to protect your time and energy in your own practice [17:41] Why this work matters: Finding empowerment outside corporate medicine To work with Amanda Sabicer or find out more, check out her website at www.amandasabicer.com.

**Send us a Text Message! Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us.**For a lot of people, goal setting feels heavy. And as we edge toward the end of the year, it becomes harder to ignore the pressure to reinvent your life by January 1st.A few years ago, my family figured out how to make this process something we actually look forward to. What began as a slightly awkward COVID-era experiment has turned into one of our favorite annual traditions. It’s reflective, practical, and dare I say… fun. (Yes, even my teenagers are into it!)In this episode, I’m sharing the simple six step framework that helps us look back on the year, set meaningful goals, and stay connected as a family for the year ahead.ReferencesFree Resource: The Entrepreneur's Annual Goal Setting GuideBecky Margiotta from The Billions Institute: The annual New Year’s Eve list of Big Dent Reflection QuestionsMel Robbins: How to Make 2026 the Best Year: 6 Questions to Ask YourselfThe 90 Day Clinic Launch Blueprint teaches the financial, marketing, and operational essentials to get your practice up and running in just 90 days. Get on the waitlist here.Download my free guide 6 Steps to Opening a Clinic here!Book a free discovery call todayAudio Stamps[00:50] Intro: Amanda’s six-step process for annual goal setting as a family tradition[04:06] Step 1: Creating space for reflection away from distractions[05:33] Step 2: Reflection questions to review highlights, rate life areas, and plan what to start, stop, and continue[08:48] Step 3: Drafting individual goals across different categories[10:27] Step 4: Setting family goals and monthly outings together[12:20] Step 5 & 6: Finalizing goals and monthly family meetings to review progress[16:30] Key benefits: Self-awareness, family connection, and accountabilityTo work with Amanda Sabicer or find out more, check out her website at www.amandasabicer.com.

**Send us a Text Message! Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us.**Self-care. For years, I rolled my eyes at the whole concept. Between climbing the corporate ladder with three kids under five and a long list of responsibilities, self-care felt indulgent, surface-level, and honestly… kind of annoying.In this episode, I break down why self-care felt so difficult for so long, how advertising and unrealistic expectations completely missed the point, and the definition that finally made it click for me. (Spoiler: it has nothing to do with bubble baths or luxury spa days.)I also share a recent client conversation that shows why self-care and self-concept matter more than we think, especially when goals start to get bigger.ReferencesThe 90 Day Clinic Launch Blueprint teaches the financial, marketing, and operational essentials to get your practice up and running in just 90 days. Get on the waitlist here.Download my free guide 6 Steps to Opening a Clinic here!Book a free discovery call todayAudio Stamps[00:50] Intro: Why self-care always felt difficult and irritating to me[02:30] My self-care struggle: Gen X conditioning, superficial marketing, gendered expectations, and managing three young children[07:00] What self-care actually means: Building capacity through awareness, energy management, and self-kindness[11:13] When it clicked: Reframing self-care as personal agency and capacity[12:30] Client example: Why self-concept matters when setting bigger revenue goals[15:10] Reflection: Trusting yourself with awareness, energy, and compassionTo work with Amanda Sabicer or find out more, check out her website at www.amandasabicer.com.

**Send us a Text Message! Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us.**“The level that I want to help people will never work in this system.”That one sentence captures what so many physicians feel but struggle to say out loud. You love your patients… but the system isn’t built to support the care you want to give, or the life you want to live.In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Matthea Rentea, a longtime client and one of my favorite success stories. Five years ago, with a patient panel topping 3,500 and no signs of relief from corporate medicine, she knew something had to change.Together, we unpack how she strategically exited her corporate medicine job, built a fully booked telehealth clinic in just two years, and mastered marketing by leading with service. We talk about the moment she realized her revenue had already surpassed her goals, why she shifted to a membership-only model, and her advice for physicians who feel overwhelmed by starting their own practice.Tune in for an honest look at the decisions, mindset shifts, and systems that made her success sustainable, not just profitable.ReferencesConnect with Dr. Matthea Rentea:WebsiteProgramsInstagramTikTokThe Obesity Guide PodcastThe 90 Day Clinic Launch Blueprint teaches the financial, marketing, and operational essentials to get your practice up and running in just 90 days. Get on the waitlist here.Download my free guide 6 Steps to Opening a Clinic here!Book a free discovery call todayAudio Stamps[01:47] Dr. Rentea's Journey: From corporate medicine burnout to building a thriving telehealth obesity clinic.[07:53] Strategic Clinic Decisions: How to choose your model, pricing, and services based on patient needs.[11:20] Data Over Drama: Using feedback loops and real numbers to guide business decisions.[16:25] Leaving Side Work: When to drop extra income and trust your clinic's growth trajectory.[25:20] Marketing That Works: Serving patients first, promoting second[35:43] The Power of Membership: Creating better patient outcomes with long-term relationship models.[42:47] Advice for New Founders: Start sooner, build your dream team, and get help before you're desperate.[45:44] What's Next: Dr. Rentea’s upcoming programs for patients and physicians including group coaching and social media training.To work with Amanda Sabicer or find out more, check out her website at www.amandasabicer.com.

**Send us a Text Message! Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us.**You can't "committee-approve" your way into a clinic launch. But if you're coming from corporate medicine, that's exactly what your brain wants to do: over-plan, over-perfect, and overthink every detail until nothing ships.Enter the Lean Startup approach. It started in Silicon Valley, but it works just as well for physicians building a clinic.In this episode, I break down five core Lean Startup principles (from Eric Ries) and show you how to use them to get your practice out of your head and into the real world. You'll learn why your first version doesn't need to be perfect, how to figure out what patients actually want (and will pay for), and why small experiments beat massive business plans every single time.ReferencesThe 90 Day Clinic Launch Blueprint teaches the financial, marketing, and operational essentials to get your practice up and running in just 90 days. Get on the waitlist here.Download my free guide 6 Steps to Opening a Clinic here!Book a free discovery call todayAudio Stamps[00:50] What Is Lean Startup: Eric Ries's framework adapted for physician entrepreneurs.[02:00] Management Over Planning: Why experimentation beats rigid business plans.[05:17] Validated Learning: Testing pricing assumptions with real patient behavior.[07:37] Build, Measure, Learn: Rapid iteration cycles to improve and grow faster.[09:38] Metrics That Matter: Patient conversion over social media vanity metrics.[12:49] Pivot or Persevere: Using data to decide your next strategic move.[14:00] The Four-Step Process: Hypotheses, MVPs, measurement, and decision-making.[18:14] Why This Works: Reduces waste, fights perfectionism, focuses on patient value.[21:10] 90-Day Clinic Launch Blueprint: Amanda's new mini-course for launching without panic or debt.To work with Amanda Sabicer or find out more, check out her website at www.amandasabicer.com.

**Send us a Text Message! Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us.**Hitting that point in your clinic where the waiting list is growing, your schedule is bursting, and you’re thinking, “If I just hire one more person, everything will feel easier”?But here’s the catch: growth doesn’t always equal profit. In fact, hiring out of sheer overwhelm (rather than actual numbers), can pull your clinic further away from financial stability.That’s why understanding one simple metric can change everything: your contribution margin. (Don’t worry, it’s less scary than it sounds!) In this episode, we’ll walk through how to calculate your estimated revenue per visit, the difference between variable and fixed costs, and how the contribution margin affects your break-even point. By the end, you’ll feel a whole lot clearer about whether hiring truly moves you forward… or just adds to the chaos.ReferencesThe 90 Day Clinic Launch Blueprint teaches the financial, marketing, and operational essentials to get your practice up and running in just 90 days. Get on the waitlist here.Download my free guide 6 Steps to Opening a Clinic here!Book a free discovery call todayAudio Stamps[00:50] Don't Hire Too Early: Why overwhelm isn't a good reason to add staff and the importance of data-driven hiring decisions.[02:02] What Is Contribution Margin: The financial metric that reveals how much each patient visit contributes to covering fixed costs and profit.[03:40] How to Calculate Contribution Margin: Breaking down revenue per visit, identifying variable costs in your P&L, and running the actual numbers.[10:49] Understanding Your Break-Even Point: How fixed costs impact profitability and when your practice shifts from covering overhead to generating profit.[12:28] Using Contribution Margin for Hiring: How to evaluate whether adding staff makes financial sense for your practice.[13:37] 90-Day Clinic Launch Blueprint: Amanda’s launching a new practical mini-course covering key financial metrics, marketing, and operations for new practices.To work with Amanda Sabicer or find out more, check out her website at www.amandasabicer.com.

**Send us a Text Message! Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us.**You left corporate medicine dreaming of autonomy and balance. But once you open your doors, the reality hits hard: Where are all the patients? Why isn’t anyone finding you? And how is marketing suddenly the most overwhelming part of running a practice?Here’s the part nobody tells you before you go solo: Your full corporate schedule wasn’t automatic. It was the result of massive marketing investments you never noticed. Now, you’re expected to rebuild that engine from scratch… while battling fears of being judged, getting “too busy” again, and trying to unlearn years of insurance-driven assumptions about what patients will or won’t pay for.In this episode, I unpack the key marketing assumptions holding new clinic owners back, and the shifts that help you build visibility without burning out.ReferencesEP. 15: Get Out of Your Patients' Wallets: How to Price with ConfidenceInterested in my new course for physicians? Join the waitlist hereDownload my free guide 6 Steps to Opening a Clinic here!Book a free discovery call todayAudio Stamps[00:50] Corporate Marketing Behind the Scenes: What physicians don't realize about the massive marketing investments that filled their patient panels.[04:44] The Fear of Being Too Busy: Why physicians leaving burnout worry marketing will recreate the chaos they escaped.[06:40] Breaking the Insurance Mindset: Moving past assumptions that patients won't pay out-of-pocket.[07:58] Friends Won't Fill Your Schedule: The truth about physician referrals and tuning out peer judgment.[09:53] Don't Wait for Perfect: Why you should start marketing long before your clinic is ready to launch.[12:25]  The Prevention Messaging Problem: Why talking about preventative care overwhelms patients instead of motivating them.[15:33] Stories Beat Education: Using storytelling instead of dry medical education to engage patients.[16:21] Marketing as Community Building: Reframing marketing as authentic connection, not sales.To work with Amanda Sabicer or find out more, check out her website at www.amandasabicer.com.

**Send us a Text Message! Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us.**If you’re a clinic owner, few decisions feel as high-stakes as hiring your first team member or deciding who’s ready for more responsibility. Even if you haven’t made those moves yet, the worries are building: What if I pick the wrong person? What if they can’t actually do the job? What if a promotion backfires?These concerns are common, and they usually stem from one core mistake: confusing potential with performance.It’s easy to be swayed by enthusiasm, “good vibes”, or loyalty. It’s just as easy to feel pressured into giving someone a promotion they’re not ready for. But those choices can create more problems than they solve.In this episode, I break down a simple, reliable framework: Hire for potential, promote for performance. You’ll learn the three qualities that truly predict success, the interview questions that flag issues early, and how to make strategic staffing decisions that strengthen your clinic instead of destabilizing it.ReferencesDownload my free guide 6 Steps to Opening a Clinic here!Book a free discovery call todayAudio Stamps[00:50] Hire for Potential, Promote for Performance: Introduction to a key talent management framework for clinic owners.[01:40] Hiring for Potential: Evaluating character, core competencies, and transferable skills during the interview process.[04:54] Interview Questions That Reveal Potential: Using behavioral questions to assess growth mindset, problem-solving, and self-awareness.[12:47] Promote for Performance: Why promotions must start with business need, not just reward for good work.[15:50] Layering in Responsibilities: Preparing employees for promotion by giving them stretch assignments before the title change.[19:53] Common Promotion Mistakes: Avoiding the pitfalls of promoting too early, using promotions purely as retention tools, and grade inflation.To work with Amanda Sabicer or find out more, check out her website at www.amandasabicer.com.

**Send us a Text Message! Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us.**Ever notice how the moment you decide to pursue something meaningful, your brain suddenly launches a full-scale protest? You set a goal… and fear, frustration, or anger appears uninvited, announcing, “We live here now.”Yep, that’s resistance. And it has a talent for turning simple tasks (like plugging in a podcast microphone…) into what feels like a NASA-level engineering challenge. But resistance isn’t always the enemy. Sometimes it’s your subconscious waving a flag saying, “Slow down and look closer,” or “This matters more than you realize.”In this episode, I unpack the three common forms of resistance I see in my physician CEO clients and how to transform these uncomfortable emotional signals from barriers into strategic insights. Because when we try to ignore them, they only tend to get louder…ReferencesDownload my free guide 6 Steps to Opening a Clinic here!Book a free discovery call todayAudio Stamps[00:50] Three Types of Resistance: Understanding resistance as useful information from your subconscious.[01:36] Resistance to Risk: How fear asks you to slow down and evaluate if something is truly safe.[04:00] Resistance to Growth: Frustration and irritability often signal you're on the edge of a business breakthrough.[07:44] Resistance to Injustice: Anger can tell you when a boundary has been crossed or a value has been violated.[10:27] Responding to Resistance: Paying attention to the type of resistance and choosing your response intentionally.[11:20] Journaling Practice: Simple questions to dialogue with your emotions and get comfortable with uncomfortable feelings.To work with Amanda Sabicer or find out more, check out her website at www.amandasabicer.com.

**Send us a Text Message! Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us.**You became a physician to help people… not to spend your nights wrestling with spreadsheets, writing social media captions, or fighting the nagging fear that you’re “doing it wrong.” Yet here you are: a physician entrepreneur, suddenly responsible for running a business no one ever trained you for.You’re juggling a dozen roles outside your comfort zone: sales, bookkeeping, marketing, HR, operations, strategy… the list keeps growing. And on the hardest days, it’s enough to make you question whether leaving that “safe” corporate job was the right move after all.There’s a whole closet of hats that nobody warned you about. And instead of trying to wear them all at once (which, let’s be honest, looks ridiculous), the real skill is knowing which hat belongs on your head right now. In this episode, I’ll explore the seven hats every physician entrepreneur needs, and how to swap them on and off without losing your mind!ReferencesDownload my free guide 6 Steps to Opening a Clinic here!Book a free discovery call todayAudio Stamps[00:50] Why showing up in multiple roles as a physician entrepreneur can feel overwhelming and de-energizing.[03:02] The Subject Matter Expert Hat: Your clinical identity and the core of why patients seek your care.[05:30] The Sales and Relationship Building Hat: Reframing networking as patient service, not "gross" sales.[07:35] The Bookkeeper/Bean Counter Hat: Moving past "I'm bad at math" to understanding business finances.[10:49] The Creative Hat: Designing your ideal business model and connecting authentically with patients.[16:57] The Administration Hat: Learning tedious tasks yourself enables better delegation later.[19:42] The People Manager Hat: Performance management and setting clear expectations for staff.[23:02] The CEO Hat: Setting vision, ensuring compliance, and making evidence-based decisions.[25:06] Switching Hats Strategically: Choosing the right role for each business situation.[27:05] Learning and Delegating Over Time: Why mastering skills first makes outsourcing more effective.To work with Amanda Sabicer or find out more, check out her website at www.amandasabicer.com.

**Send us a Text Message! Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us.**You have a brilliant idea for your business, but the moment you're ready to act, perfectionism slams on the brakes. Suddenly you're second-guessing everything, talking yourself out of action, and watching imposter syndrome take over.If you're a physician building a business, you're learning something new every single day. And that discomfort can trigger old patterns: the need to get it "right," to avoid mistakes, and to seek external validation. But the reality is that perfectionism doesn’t keep you safe… it keeps you standing still.In this episode, I break down two powerful frameworks that will help you reframe perfectionism once and for all. You’ll learn how mindfulness and imperfection go hand in hand, why discomfort is a natural part of growth, and how your childhood definition of “perfect” may be holding you back from your full potential.ReferencesDownload my free guide 6 Steps to Opening a Clinic here!Book a free discovery call todayAudio Stamps[00:50] When Perfectionism Blocks Progress: How the desire for perfection prevents entrepreneurs from taking action and making CEO-level decisions.[02:40] Imperfectly Mindful or Perfectly Mindless: Dr. Ellen Langer's perspective on the connection between perfection and mindless living.[05:23] The Four Stages of Competence: Why discomfort during learning is normal and actually indicates you're making progress.[10:20] Your Childhood Definition of Perfect: How childhood perfectionism is often rooted in staying safe rather than achieving success.[13:02] Why Perfectionism Sabotages Your Business: How seeking perfection creates false security and leads to focusing on other people's opinions.To work with Amanda Sabicer or find out more, check out her website at www.amandasabicer.com.

**Send us a Text Message! Please include your name and email so we can answer you! Please note, this does not subscribe you to our email list, it's just to answer if you have a questions for us.**Let’s be honest… pricing in healthcare is a mess. Between insurance negotiations, opaque billing systems, and decades of corporate conditioning, it’s no wonder so many physicians feel lost when it comes to setting their own prices.If you’re transitioning out of corporate medicine to start your own clinic, chances are you’ve wrestled with this question: How much should I charge? Maybe you’re afraid of overcharging patients. Maybe you’re angry after years of being underpaid and undervalued. Or maybe you just have no idea what “fair” even looks like outside the insurance machine.Pricing isn’t just about numbers, it’s about mindset. Most physicians don’t realize how much their old environment has shaped the way they think about money, worth, and value. In this episode, I'll unpack why pricing feels so emotionally charged, how to stop focusing on your patients’ wallets, and what it really means to price your services with confidence and clarity.ReferencesEpisode 14. When “Patient Access” Becomes a Trap: The Hidden Guilt of Leaving Corporate MedicineDownload my free guide 6 Steps to Opening a Clinic here!Book a free discovery call todayAudio Stamps[02:00] The Physician's Dilemma: How healthcare pricing lacks transparency and why physicians feel trapped between what patients expect to pay and what insurance actually reimburses.[03:00] Pattern #1 - Fear of Overcharging: Why worrying about charging "too much" can lead to underdelivering care.[06:00] Cost vs. Price vs. Value: Understanding the differences between these three key terms for pricing decisions.[09:00] Pattern #2 - Overinflating Prices: How past resentment and competitor comparisons create problematic pricing strategies.[11:00] The Resentment Trap: Why pricing based on past underpayment creates short-term satisfaction but long-term problems.[12:00] The Market Rate Mistake: How focusing on competitor pricing keeps you out of your own business.[14:00] The Strategic Advantage: Why starting with lower prices makes it easier to raise them and improves sales psychology.To work with Amanda Sabicer or find out more, check out her website at www.amandasabicer.com.