Physicians Hanging a Shingle | Start a Private Medical Practice

If you’ve ever thought, “I want my own practice, but I don’t have the personality to run a business,” this episode will shift everything. In this Thursday Shift, we’re breaking down where that belief comes from, why it’s completely false, and what actually makes someone a strong practice owner. (Hint: it’s not being extroverted, loud, or “naturally business-minded.”)   You’ll learn why business ownership is a skill set — not a personality type — and how the same qualities that make you a great physician already make you a strong leader. 🎧 Listen for a quick mindset reset that will remind you: you don’t need a new personality… you just need a new belief about what’s possible for you. ------ 📌 Resources: If you want step-by-step guidance to build your practice marketing plan, check out my new digital course: Plan to Practice. It's a short course designed to take you from scattered practice ideas to a detailed, individualized business plan. Learn more about the course by going to hangingashingle.com/ptp ---- If you’re building your own private practice and want guidance from someone who’s done it successfully—I’d love to help. Click here to learn more about 1:1 coaching. ---- Want weekly emails with insightful tips for starting your private practice? Click here to subscribe! ---- Social Media Communities: Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson

Hiring for your medical office is one of the most important decisions you’ll make — and one of the hardest, because no one ever taught us how to do it. In this episode, I’m sharing 10 questions and considerations that go far beyond checking a resume. We’ll talk about how to evaluate mindset, communication, culture fit, and emotional intelligence — the things that truly determine whether someone will thrive in your practice. I also share a powerful reminder from the Millions Were Made podcast: It’s easier to NOT hire someone who feels wrong from the beginning than to hire them, retrain them, and fire them later. If you’re building your team or getting ready to start interviewing, this episode will give you clarity, confidence, and a simple blueprint to follow. 🎧 Listen now to learn how to hire for skill and for culture — and build a team that supports the practice you’re dreaming of. 📌 Resources: If you want step-by-step guidance to build your practice business plan, check out my new digital course: Plan to Practice. It's a short course designed to take you from scattered practice ideas to a detailed, individualized business plan. Learn more about the course by going to hangingashingle.com/ptp ---- If you’re building your own private practice and want step-by-step guidance from someone who’s done it successfully—I’d love to help. Click here to learn more about 1:1 coaching. ---- Want weekly emails with insightful tips for starting your private practice? Click here to subscribe! ---- Social Media Communities: Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson

If you feel alone in your dream of starting a private practice, this episode is for you. In this Thursday Shift, I’m talking about what it’s like to be the first in your family or your circle to pursue something big. I share my own experience as a first-generation college graduate and the first physician in my family — and what it felt like to make decisions that no one around me fully understood. You’ll learn why this journey can feel isolating, how to stop expecting everyone to “get it,” and why it’s crucial to surround yourself with people who share your vision. Plus, I share practical ways to find community, mentorship, and support as you build your practice. 🎧 Listen now for a mindset shift that reminds you: you’re not alone — you’re just early. ------ 📌 Resources: If you want step-by-step guidance to build your practice marketing plan, check out my new digital course: Plan to Practice. It's a short course designed to take you from scattered practice ideas to a detailed, individualized business plan. Learn more about the course by going to hangingashingle.com/ptp ---- If you’re building your own private practice and want guidance from someone who’s done it successfully—I’d love to help. Click here to learn more about 1:1 coaching. ---- Want weekly emails with insightful tips for starting your private practice? Click here to subscribe! ---- Social Media Communities: Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson

In this episode, I’m sharing the five things I did on my own planning retreat this past weekend — the same steps I recommend for any physician who’s building a private practice. I talk about the very first retreat I ever took to dream up my clinic (in Honolulu!) and why you don’t need an airplane or a beach to get clarity. You just need space to think. I break down exactly what to do during your retreat, including: How to choose a distraction-free environment Why you should start with your vision, not logistics What foundations to map out for your practice How to make the math math And how to leave with a clear 90-day action plan Whether you take one day or a whole weekend, this retreat will give you direction, momentum, and the clarity you’ve been waiting for. 📌 Resources: If you want step-by-step guidance to build your practice business plan, check out my new digital course: Plan to Practice. It's a short course designed to take you from scattered practice ideas to a detailed, individualized business plan. Learn more about the course by going to hangingashingle.com/ptp ---- If you’re building your own private practice and want step-by-step guidance from someone who’s done it successfully—I’d love to help. Click here to learn more about 1:1 coaching. ---- Want weekly emails with insightful tips for starting your private practice? Click here to subscribe! ---- Social Media Communities: Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson

In this Thursday Shift, we’re tackling a mindset block almost every physician has when they start thinking about private practice: “I’ll figure out the business plan later.” Today, I’m walking you through why this belief keeps you stuck — and why your business plan isn’t just paperwork. It’s clarity. It’s protection. It’s your first real act of ownership. Inside the episode, we cover: What You’ll Learn Why avoiding a business plan leads to more overwhelm, not less How a business plan protects you from building a practice that burns you out The role of clarity in shifting from “employed mindset” to “owner mindset” Why your business plan becomes your compass when the process feels chaotic How planning actually creates freedom instead of limiting it The Mindset Shift Your business plan doesn’t have to be perfect before you start. It just needs to exist. Creating it forces you to think like a CEO — not an employee hoping everything works out. Want Help Building Yours? If you're ready to stop circling the idea of your practice and actually put a plan on paper, my digital course Plan to Practice walks you step-by-step through building your entire business plan — from vision, to services, to finances, to operations. You don’t have to figure this out alone. Learn more about the Plan to Practice course here Tune in now to learn how planning becomes your first freedom tool in private practice.

One of the biggest mistakes new practice owners make is believing that marketing starts on opening day. It doesn’t. It starts long before you ever turn in your resignation. In this episode, I’m sharing how to ethically and legally build a warm audience before you open your clinic — even if you’re still employed and under a non-compete. You’ll learn why creating a social media presence early is the smartest move you can make, how to show up online without mentioning your future practice, and how this protects you from solicitation violations. We’ll talk through the platforms you can use (Facebook, IG, TikTok, YouTube), what kind of content to share, and how this sets you up so that when you finally announce your practice, people already know where to find you — without you ever reaching out to them directly. 🎧 Listen in to learn how to stay compliant AND build demand for the practice you’re creating. 📌 Resources: If you want step-by-step guidance to build your practice business plan, check out my new digital course: Plan to Practice. It's a short course designed to take you from scattered practice ideas to a detailed, individualized business plan. Learn more about the course by going to hangingashingle.com/ptp ---- If you’re building your own private practice and want step-by-step guidance from someone who’s done it successfully—I’d love to help. Click here to learn more about 1:1 coaching. ---- Want weekly emails with insightful tips for starting your private practice? Click here to subscribe! ---- Social Media Communities: Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson

If the thought of running a practice makes you think, “I don’t want to be responsible for everything,” you’re not alone. In this Thursday Shift, we’re reframing what responsibility actually means in private practice — and why ownership doesn’t equal doing every task yourself. You’ll learn how to shift from “I have to carry it all” to “I get to design the system,” plus three practical ways to lighten the load through systems, delegation, and clarity in your role. Listen for a quick mindset reset that will help you see leadership not as a burden, but as freedom. ------ 📌 Resources: If you want step-by-step guidance to build your practice marketing plan, check out my new digital course: Plan to Practice. It's a short course designed to take you from scattered practice ideas to a detailed, individualized business plan. Learn more about the course by going to hangingashingle.com/ptp ---- If you’re building your own private practice and want guidance from someone who’s done it successfully—I’d love to help. Click here to learn more about 1:1 coaching. ---- Want weekly emails with insightful tips for starting your private practice? Click here to subscribe! ---- Social Media Communities: Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson

Today on Physicians Hanging a Shingle, I’m joined by Dr. Latifat Akintade—gastroenterologist, founder of MoneyFitMD, and host of the MoneyFitMD podcast. Dr. Latifat has helped many physicians create healthier relationships with money, build wealth with intention, and step into financial confidence… and she brings that wisdom straight to us in this episode. If you’re a physician preparing to open your own practice or already navigating early ownership, this conversation is packed with clarity, encouragement, and practical tools. We cover: The essential money mindset shift every new practice owner should make Why fear-based financial decisions sabotage growth—and what to do instead The simple financial systems to put in place from day one How to keep your personal and business finances clean, separate, and healthy Whether you’re months away from opening your doors or still in the dreaming stage, this episode will help you build a strong financial foundation for the practice you’re creating. 📌 Resources: If you want step-by-step guidance to build your practice business plan, check out my new digital course: Plan to Practice. It's a short course designed to take you from scattered practice ideas to a detailed, individualized business plan. Learn more about the course by going to hangingashingle.com/ptp ---- If you’re building your own private practice and want step-by-step guidance from someone who’s done it successfully—I’d love to help. Click here to learn more about 1:1 coaching. ---- Want weekly emails with insightful tips for starting your private practice? Click here to subscribe! ---- Social Media Communities: Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson

If you’ve ever thought, “What if I leave my job, start my own practice… and just burn out all over again?” — you’re not alone. In this Thursday Shift, we’re talking about why that fear is completely valid — and why this time can be different. You’ll learn what really causes burnout, how private practice gives you control over the system you work in, and three practical ways to protect your time and energy as you build. Because this isn’t about escaping medicine — it’s about building a version of it that actually supports you. Listen now for a mindset shift that will help you build your dream practice without burning out in the process. ------ 📌 Resources: If you want step-by-step guidance to build your practice marketing plan, check out my new digital course: Plan to Practice. It's a short course designed to take you from scattered practice ideas to a detailed, individualized business plan. Learn more about the course by going to hangingashingle.com/ptp ---- If you’re building your own private practice and want guidance from someone who’s done it successfully—I’d love to help. Click here to learn more about 1:1 coaching. ---- Want weekly emails with insightful tips for starting your private practice? Click here to subscribe! ---- Social Media Communities: Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson

If your clinic feels like organized chaos, this episode is for you. In this week’s episode, I’m breaking down SOPs — Standard Operating Procedures — what they are, why every practice needs them, and how they can save you time, stress, and confusion as your clinic grows. You’ll learn what happens when you don’t have them, the different ways to structure them (checklists, flowcharts, and more), and even how ChatGPT can help you draft and organize them — as long as you give it the right information first. Tune in to learn how to create systems that keep your practice running smoothly, even when you’re not there. 📌 Resources: If you want step-by-step guidance to build your practice business plan, check out my new digital course: Plan to Practice. It's a short course designed to take you from scattered practice ideas to a detailed, individualized business plan. Learn more about the course by going to hangingashingle.com/ptp ---- If you’re building your own private practice and want step-by-step guidance from someone who’s done it successfully—I’d love to help. Click here to learn more about 1:1 coaching. ---- Want weekly emails with insightful tips for starting your private practice? Click here to subscribe! ---- Social Media Communities: Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson

When you tell people you’re thinking about starting your own practice, everyone suddenly has an opinion — and most of them aren’t encouraging. In this Thursday Shift, I’m talking about how to move forward when the people around you don’t understand your vision. You’ll learn how to filter out the noise, stay grounded in your “why,” and surround yourself with voices that remind you what’s possible. 🎧 Listen now for a quick dose of clarity and courage to keep building what you believe in. ---- 📌 Resources: If you want step-by-step guidance to build your practice marketing plan, check out my new digital course: Plan to Practice. It's a short course designed to take you from scattered practice ideas to a detailed, individualized business plan. Learn more about the course by going to hangingashingle.com/ptp ---- If you’re building your own private practice and want guidance from someone who’s done it successfully—I’d love to help. Click here to learn more about 1:1 coaching. ---- Want weekly emails with insightful tips for starting your private practice? Click here to subscribe! ---- Social Media Communities: Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson

If you’ve ever thought, “I’d love to start my own practice, but I’m just not confident enough to run a business,” this episode is for you. In this Thursday Shift, I’m sharing why confidence doesn’t come first — action does. You’ll learn how to build confidence as you go, how to use your existing leadership skills in a new way, and how to stop waiting to “feel ready.” You don’t need more confidence to start your practice. You just need to start — and confidence will follow. 🎧 Listen now and take your next step toward leading your dream clinic with clarity and courage. ---- 📌 Resources: If you want step-by-step guidance to build your practice marketing plan, check out my new digital course: Plan to Practice. It's a short course designed to take you from scattered practice ideas to a detailed, individualized business plan. Learn more about the course by going to hangingashingle.com/ptp ---- If you’re building your own private practice and want guidance from someone who’s done it successfully—I’d love to help. Click here to learn more about 1:1 coaching. ---- Want weekly emails with insightful tips for starting your private practice? Click here to subscribe! ---- Social Media Communities: Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson  

You built this practice — so you get to design your days. In this episode, I break down how to create a clinic schedule that works for you, your patients, and your bottom line. Whether you’re insurance-based or cash-pay, your schedule shapes everything about your practice — from your energy to your income. I share my process for “making the math math,” a concept from the Plan to Practice digital course, to help you figure out how many patients you need to see for your model to be sustainable. You’ll learn how to build a schedule that protects your time, supports your goals, and brings balance back to your life as a practice owner. 📌 Resources: If you want step-by-step guidance to build your practice business plan, check out my new digital course: Plan to Practice. It's a short course designed to take you from scattered practice ideas to a detailed, individualized business plan. Learn more about the course by going to hangingashingle.com/ptp ---- If you’re building your own private practice and want step-by-step guidance from someone who’s done it successfully—I’d love to help. Click here to learn more about 1:1 coaching. ---- Want weekly emails with insightful tips for starting your private practice? Click here to subscribe! ---- Social Media Communities: Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson

Before you buy your first printer or laptop, let’s talk about the hardware that actually matters when you’re setting up your clinic. In this episode, I’m walking through the tech essentials that keep your practice running smoothly — from front desk computers to secure Wi-Fi and backup systems — and how to plan for these costs in your business plan. Because the right setup isn’t just convenience…it’s part of your foundation. Listen now to learn what to buy, what to skip, and how to budget for it wisely. Mentioned in this episode: Plan to Practice digital course — build your business plan with realistic hardware + startup budgets. 📌 Resources: If you want step-by-step guidance to build your practice business plan, check out my new digital course: Plan to Practice. It's a short course designed to take you from scattered practice ideas to a detailed, individualized business plan. Learn more about the course by going to hangingashingle.com/ptp ---- If you’re building your own private practice and want step-by-step guidance from someone who’s done it successfully—I’d love to help. Click here to learn more about 1:1 coaching. ---- Want weekly emails with insightful tips for starting your private practice? Click here to subscribe! ---- Social Media Communities: Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson  

Leaving an employed position to start your own practice sounds exciting… until the fear of losing that guaranteed paycheck kicks in. In this short but powerful episode, I break down the truth about financial “security” in medicine — and help you reframe fear into freedom. You’ll learn why your paycheck isn’t as guaranteed as it seems, how to rebuild confidence in your own ability to generate income, and one quick mindset exercise you can do today to shift from fear to control. If you’ve ever caught yourself thinking, “I can’t afford to leave,” this episode is for you. ---- 📌 Resources: If you want step-by-step guidance to build your practice marketing plan, check out my new digital course: Plan to Practice. It's a short course designed to take you from scattered practice ideas to a detailed, individualized business plan. Learn more about the course by going to hangingashingle.com/ptp ---- If you’re building your own private practice and want guidance from someone who’s done it successfully—I’d love to help. Click here to learn more about 1:1 coaching. ---- Want weekly emails with insightful tips for starting your private practice? Click here to subscribe! ---- Social Media Communities: Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson

Your website is your digital front door — and it should make patients feel like they already know you before they ever step inside. In this episode, I’m sharing exactly what every private practice website needs — from the essentials like contact info, services, and team bios to the nice-to-haves that help your site connect with patients and build trust. I’ll tell the story of how I built my very first website when I opened Anderson Family Care, and how I later built the Physicians Hanging a Shingle site using SuperDocTech — a platform designed for cash-pay and membership-based practices. It took me a fraction of the time, and it turned out beautifully. If you decide to use SuperDocTech through my link, I’ll throw in a free 1-hour coaching session where we can talk about building your website — or any other part of your private practice journey you want to focus on. 📌 Resources: If you want step-by-step guidance to build your practice business plan, check out my new digital course: Plan to Practice. It's a short course designed to take you from scattered practice ideas to a detailed, individualized business plan. Learn more about the course by going to hangingashingle.com/ptp ---- If you’re building your own private practice and want step-by-step guidance from someone who’s done it successfully—I’d love to help. Click here to learn more about 1:1 coaching. ---- Want weekly emails with insightful tips for starting your private practice? Click here to subscribe! ---- Social Media Communities: Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson

Most physicians talk about fear of failure — but few admit to the other side of it: fear of success. That quiet, unsettling thought: “What if this actually works? What if I can’t keep up? What if I let people down?” In this Thursday Shift, I’m unpacking where that fear really comes from — and how to reframe it so success feels safe. You’ll learn why physicians often expect things to fall apart (even when they’re going well), and how to create systems that allow you to grow with confidence. This short mindset episode will help you trust yourself to handle what comes next — because you built the foundation for it. ---- 📌 Resources: If you want step-by-step guidance to build your practice marketing plan, check out my new digital course: Plan to Practice. It's a short course designed to take you from scattered practice ideas to a detailed, individualized business plan. Learn more about the course by going to hangingashingle.com/ptp ---- If you’re building your own private practice and want guidance from someone who’s done it successfully—I’d love to help. Click here to learn more about 1:1 coaching. ---- Want weekly emails with insightful tips for starting your private practice? Click here to subscribe! ---- Social Media Communities: Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson

Uniforms might seem like a small detail, but they can shape your entire clinic culture. In this episode, I share how I handle uniforms in my own practice — from deciding if you even need them, to who pays, to what they should look like. What You’ll Learn: How uniforms impact team culture and patient perception When it’s appropriate for the practice to cover the cost Practical tips for ordering, replacements, and consistency My own clinic approach (all black, monogrammed tops, and branded tees) Takeaway: Uniforms aren’t just about appearance — they’re part of your brand. Make sure your approach reflects the professionalism and identity you want your practice to show. 📌 Resources: If you want step-by-step guidance to build your practice business plan, check out my new digital course: Plan to Practice. It's a short course designed to take you from scattered practice ideas to a detailed, individualized business plan. Learn more about the course by going to hangingashingle.com/ptp ---- If you’re building your own private practice and want step-by-step guidance from someone who’s done it successfully—I’d love to help. Click here to learn more about 1:1 coaching. ---- I’ve partnered with SuperDocTech to bring you smarter automation tools for your practice. If you sign up using my link, you’ll also get a free 1-hour coaching session with me to tackle any questions you have about building your private practice. ---- Want weekly emails with insightful tips for starting your private practice? Click here to subscribe! ---- Social Media Communities: Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson

An employee handbook might not sound exciting, but it’s one of the most powerful tools you can create for your clinic. It sets expectations, protects you as an employer, and communicates the culture you want to build with your team. In this episode of Physicians Hanging a Shingle, we discuss: Why an employee handbook is essential from day one When to go over it with staff and how often to review it General examples of what to include (without the overwhelm) How to keep it updated as your practice grows Whether you’re just getting ready to hire your first employee or already have a team in place, this episode will help you see your handbook as more than paperwork — it’s a tool for building a stronger, smoother-running practice. 📌 Resources: If you want step-by-step guidance to build your practice business plan, check out my new digital course: Plan to Practice. It's a short course designed to take you from scattered practice ideas to a detailed, individualized business plan. Learn more about the course by going to hangingashingle.com/ptp ---- If you’re building your own private practice and want step-by-step guidance from someone who’s done it successfully—I’d love to help. Click here to learn more about 1:1 coaching. ---- I’ve partnered with SuperDocTech to bring you smarter automation tools for your practice. If you sign up using my link, you’ll also get a free 1-hour coaching session with me to tackle any questions you have about building your private practice. ---- Want weekly emails with insightful tips for starting your private practice? Click here to subscribe! ---- Social Media Communities: Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson

If you’ve ever worried, “I’m just not good at boundaries — won’t I burn out again if I start a practice?” … you’re not alone. Many physicians feel this way after years of pushing past exhaustion in employed settings. But here’s the truth: burnout often doesn’t come from caring too much or being “bad” at boundaries. It often comes from working in systems where you had no control. In this Thursday Shift, I’ll share how private practice changes the game — because now, you set the systems, the hours, and the expectations. You’ll hear three practical ways to create boundaries that actually stick, without guilt, and without burning out. ---- 📌 Resources: If you want step-by-step guidance to build your practice marketing plan, check out my new digital course: Plan to Practice. It's a short course designed to take you from scattered practice ideas to a detailed, individualized business plan. Learn more about the course by going to hangingashingle.com/ptp ---- If you’re building your own private practice and want guidance from someone who’s done it successfully—I’d love to help. Click here to learn more about 1:1 coaching. ---- Want weekly emails with insightful tips for starting your private practice? Click here to subscribe! ---- Social Media Communities: Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson