In episode 44, Gerda delivers a timely and practical crash course on the new contractor arrangements every allied health group practice owner needs to understand. With legislative changes and ATO crackdowns reshaping the way practices can engage independent contractors, Gerda breaks down what’s out, what’s in, and how to protect your business from costly compliance mistakes.

Drawing on her own hard-won experience (and months of legal consultation), Gerda shares the five biggest shifts in contractor managements, common pitfalls to avoid, and actionable steps to keep your practice compliant, without losing your sanity. Whether you’re considering a hybrid model or just want to ensure your current arrangements are watertight, this episode is your essential guide.

In this Episode, you will learn (among others):

• Why percentage splits are out and how fixed-rate contracting benefits both your practice and your contractors.
• The crucial updates to 'contract for results', superannuation, and what actually defines a true contractor relationship.
• How to spot red flags in your agreements, avoid treating contractors like employees, and implement changes with confidence and clarity.

Who This Episode Is For:

• Allied health group practice owners who currently engage or are considering engaging independent contractors.
• Practice leaders who want to stay ahead of legislative changes and avoid ATO risks.
• Anyone seeking a practical, step-by-step approach to building a compliant, sustainable, and flexible business model.

Tune in for a no-nonsense, empowering guide that will help you navigate the new contractor landscape and build a practice you can’t stop smiling about :)

Special Resources:

1. Get clear on the differences between a Contractor Model and a Services/Facilities Agreement Model by accessing this FREE explanatory video training HERE.
2. Access Gerda's Contracting in Private Practice Training to dive deeper into what has changed in contracting arrangements by clicking here: bit.ly/PPContracting - Use Coupon Code 25OFF to access your Podcast Only Discount Code.

Want Gerda's Help with your Business?

Gerda helps allied health group practice owners go from overwhelmed, overworked, and underpaid to fully empowered and financially thriving. If this is you, then make today the day you reach out. Complete this super short Triage Form here bit.ly/triageformpps and Gerda will personally reach out to you.

Here to help you build a practice you can't stop smiling about :)

Connect with Private Practice Success & Gerda here:

• Would you like Gerda's help in growing your practice? Step 1 is to complete this short form HERE. Gerda will personally go through your answers and will respond asap.
• Follow the Private Practice Success Facebook Page
• Follow Gerda on Instagram
• Connect with Gerda on LinkedIN
• Join the Private Practice Success Facebook Group - exclusive to practice owners.
• Email Gerda directly at gerdam@private-practice-success.com
• Order your hard copy of Gerda's book, The 7-Figure Practice HERE.
• Ready to work with Gerda? Send in your details HERE and she will be in touch.

In episode 43, Gerda dives into one of the most misunderstood (and often controversial) topics in allied health private practice: Profit Margins.

With honesty and practical insight, Gerda unpacks why talking about money isn’t just important for your business, but absolutely essential for your ability to help more people, build a sustainable team, and create long-term impact.

From defining what a profit margin actually is, to explaining why percentages matter more than dollar amounts, Gerda walks you through the benchmarks, realities, and mindset shifts every practice owner needs to understand.

You’ll learn how to assess your current margins, what’s realistic for group practices (versus solo), and why aiming for 'just breaking even' puts your whole business at risk.

In this Episode, you will learn (among others):

• What a profit margin really is (and why so many practice owners get it wrong).
• The four levels of profit margin health and how to move from surviving to thriving.
• How to benchmark your business, set realistic goals, and avoid the common traps that keep allied health owners from building profitable, future-proof practices.

Special Bonus (FREE Resource):

Download the Net Profit Margin Calculation HERE to you can be fully empowered with where your margins are at.

Who This Episode Is For:

• Allied health practice owners ready to move beyond money shame and build a business that’s both impactful and financially healthy.
• Leaders who want to understand their numbers, make informed decisions, and create a practice that’s sellable and sustainable.
• Anyone tired of being judged for wanting more and determined to run a business that supports their team, clients, and their own wellbeing.

Want Gerda's Help with your Business?

Gerda helps allied health group practice owners go from overwhelmed, overworked, and underpaid to fully empowered and financially thriving. If this is you, then make today the day you reach out. Complete this super short Triage Form here bit.ly/triageformpps and Gerda will personally reach out to you.

Here to help you build a practice you can't stop smiling about :)

Connect with Private Practice Success & Gerda here:

• Would you like Gerda's help in growing your practice? Step 1 is to complete this short form HERE. Gerda will personally go through your answers and will respond asap.
• Follow the Private Practice Success Facebook Page
• Follow Gerda on Instagram
• Connect with Gerda on LinkedIN
• Join the Private Practice Success Facebook Group - exclusive to practice owners.
• Email Gerda directly at gerdam@private-practice-success.com
• Order your hard copy of Gerda's book, The 7-Figure Practice HERE.
• Ready to work with Gerda? Send in your details HERE and she will be in touch.

In episode 42, Gerda takes you behind the scenes of the Private Practice Success Academy’s Annual Business Intensive - a transformative two-and-a-half-day event designed to empower practice owners to elevate their business, build meaningful connections, and achieve lasting growth.

This episode is packed with practical insights and honest stories about what it really takes to run (and enjoy!) a thriving private practice. Plus, Gerda shares the magic of community, celebration and, yes, a little bit of well-deserved “mucking around.”

In this Episode, you will learn (amongst others):

• Why having a clear, documented organisational structure is essential for scaling your practice and supporting your team.
• How to use psychometrics for culture cultivation and talent retention as you create a thriving workplace for you and your team.
• Practical approaches to smart delegation and time management.
• The importance of crafting an irresistible service offer in changing market conditions.

Who This Episode Is For:

• Allied health practice owners who are ready to move beyond survival mode and build a thriving, values-driven business that supports their team, clients, and lifestyle goals.
• Practice owners striving for sustainable growth, meaningful impact, and a business that doesn’t run them into the ground.

Tune in for a motivating debrief that will leave you inspired to build a practice you can’t stop smiling about!

Want Gerda's Help with your Business?

Gerda helps allied health group practice owners go from overwhelmed, overworked, and underpaid to fully empowered and financially thriving. If this is you, then make today the day you reach out. Complete this super short Triage Form here bit.ly/triageformpps and Gerda will personally reach out to you.

Here to help you build a practice you can't stop smiling about :)

Connect with Private Practice Success & Gerda here:

• Would you like Gerda's help in growing your practice? Step 1 is to complete this short form HERE. Gerda will personally go through your answers and will respond asap.
• Follow the Private Practice Success Facebook Page
• Follow Gerda on Instagram
• Connect with Gerda on LinkedIN
• Join the Private Practice Success Facebook Group - exclusive to practice owners.
• Email Gerda directly at gerdam@private-practice-success.com
• Order your hard copy of Gerda's book, The 7-Figure Practice HERE.
• Ready to work with Gerda? Send in your details HERE and she will be in touch.