In Episode 56, Gerda tackles one of the most common and probably most frustrating challenges in allied health private practice being: when it feels like your team sucks!

With her trademark honesty (and a little humour), Gerda unpacks why nine times out of ten it’s not your people who are the problem - it’s the way they’re being managed and led.

This episode is an important invitation to look in the mirror, take ownership, and fix the real cause of underperformance, so you can build a team that’s aligned, accountable, and genuinely enjoyable to lead.

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

• Why “my team sucks” is usually a leadership and management problem (not a team problem).
• The three core reasons good people underperform.
• How to create simple, practical systems that set your team up to succeed.

Who This Episode Is For:

• Practice owners who feel frustrated, disappointed, or stuck with a team that isn’t performing.
• Leaders who want to improve culture, accountability, and outcomes without becoming a micromanager.
• Anyone who wants a team that helps the business run smoothly rather than creating more work and stress.

Tune in for a practical, no-fluff conversation that will help you strengthen your leadership, lift performance, and build a practice you can’t stop smiling about.

>> REGISTER for the 2026 Blueprint Planning Session HERE <<

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 55, Gerda gets real about what’s holding so many practice owners back from building the self-running business they dream of.

With her signature honesty and a dose of tough love, she unpacks the three big reasons most practice owners never achieve true freedom and why it’s not about working harder, hiring more, or just wishing things were different.

Gerda shares her own journey to a self-running practice and explains what it actually takes to step away from the day-to-day - without everything falling apart.

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

• What a true 'self-running practice' really looks like (and why it’s possible for you, too).
• The three core barriers that keep owners chained to their business and how to break free.
• Why asking for help early, being patient with the process, and choosing the right support are non-negotiable for long-term success.

Who This Episode Is For:

• Private practice owners who are tired of carrying the whole business on their shoulders.
• Leaders who want more freedom, flexibility, and a business that doesn’t rely on them 24/7.
• Anyone ready to ditch the burnout cycle and finally build a practice they can’t stop smiling about.

Tune in for a candid, empowering conversation and walk away with the clarity and courage to start building your own self-running practice.

>> REGISTER for the 2026 Blueprint Planning Session HERE <<

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 54, Gerda reveals why January - not December - is the secret weapon for smart, sustainable business planning in private practice. She shares her own experience of ditching frazzled “December brain” for the clarity and creativity that only a well-rested January can bring.

You’ll discover why most practice owners start the year already behind, how reaction mode keeps you stuck, and why planning all by yourself rarely works. Instead, Gerda recommends and unpacks the power of a facilitated, intentional planning process - one that’s realistic, energising, and designed for the unique rhythms of allied health.

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

• Why January is the best time to plan your year and how a rested brain leads to better business decisions.
• The dangers of starting the year in reaction mode and how to break the cycle.
• How to design a year that’s intentional, aligned, and actually executable (no more wishful thinking or burnout).

Who This Episode Is For:

• Allied health practice owners who want to lead their year, not chase it.
• Business owners tired of repeating the same patterns and ready for real change.
• Anyone craving more clarity, structure, and support as they map out a successful, sustainable year ahead.

Tune in for a practical, honest, and inspiring conversation that will help you start your year with purpose and in turn build a practice you can’t stop smiling about.

>> REGISTER for the 2026 Blueprint Planning Session HERE <<

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 53, Gerda strips private practice back to basics and reminds us that simplicity is often the secret to success.

Inspired by the iconic “For Dummies” series, Gerda uses humour and real talk to break down what actually matters in running a thriving group practice (no complicated jargon or overwhelming checklists required).

You’ll discover the three essential elements every private practice needs, how they work together, and what goes wrong when you neglect any one of them.

Plus, she shares the three behaviours that separate sustainable, successful practices from those stuck on the hamster wheel of doom.

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

• The three non-negotiables for building a sustainable, profitable group practice (hint: it’s not just about getting more clients).
• Why clear expectations, communication, and boundaries are the real secret sauce behind every high-functioning team and happy owner.
• How to make the identity shift from clinician to business owner and why it’s essential for long-term success.

Who This Episode Is For:

• Allied health practice owners who want to cut through the noise and focus on what really matters.
• Clinicians thinking about starting or scaling a group practice and want a clear, practical roadmap.
• Owners ready to simplify, set better boundaries, and finally build a business they can’t stop smiling about.

Tune in for a refreshingly simple, honest, and actionable conversation that will help you create a private practice that’s both successful and sustainable.

>> REGISTER for the 2026 Blueprint Planning Session HERE <<

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 52, Gerda unpacks the three core reasons why your diary is still not full and why “just do more marketing” is almost never the whole answer.

Whether you run a solo practice or a growing group practice, empty appointment slots create stress, cash flow pressure, and, over time, burnout. This episode is all about diagnosing the real problems, so you can finally fix them.

More specifically, Gerda walks you through the full client journey - from enquiries, to front desk conversations, to clinical engagement - and shows you exactly where the “leaks” usually are. You’ll learn how to think like a business owner (not just a clinician), use your data, and put practical systems in place so your diary can stay consistently full in an ethical, values-aligned way.

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

• The three core reasons your diary isn’t full.
• How to empower your front desk to convert with compassion so more enquiries become bookings.
• The key clinical metrics to track and what they reveal about client engagement.

Who This Episode Is For:

• Allied health practice owners who are tired of staring at gappy diaries and guessing what’s going wrong.
• Group practice owners who want to protect cash flow, support their team, and reduce the risk of burnout.
• Solo practitioners who need a clear, practical roadmap to consistently filling their books.

Tune in for a practical, eye-opening breakdown of why your diary is still not full and walk away with clear next steps to build a practice you can’t stop smiling about.

Ready to transform your practice with Clarity, Confidence & a roadmap for success...? If so, book your spot at the 2026 Blueprint Planning Session right HERE.

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 51, Gerda dives into one of her favourite and most transformative topics, being how proper business planning, done the allied health way, sets thriving practice owners apart from those stuck in constant catch-up mode.

Gerda unpacks why generic planning systems just don’t work for the realities of private practice, and shares a practical, values-driven approach that brings calm, clarity, and momentum to your business.

You’ll hear why planning isn’t just about pretty to-do lists or new diaries, but a true leadership skill that anchors your vision, keeps you aligned, and helps you navigate the messiness of real life and business.

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

• Why most planning systems fail private practice owners and what to do instead.
• The five key benefits of proper business planning and why it matters.
• How to create a planning system that feels good, inspires action, and keeps you connected to your vision (even when life gets messy).

Who This Episode Is For:

• Allied health practice owners ready to move beyond overwhelm and bring structure and intention to their business.
• Leaders who want practical tools to stay aligned, organised, and focused through every season of practice ownership.
• Anyone looking for inspiration to plan, lead, and grow a practice they can’t stop smiling about.

Tune in for a motivating, practical guide to planning for success - the allied health way - and discover how to make next year your most aligned and impactful yet.

Ready to transform your practice with Clarity, Confidence & a roadmap for success...? If so, book your spot at the 2026 Blueprint Planning Session right HERE.

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 50, Gerda shares a raw and honest account of the three hardest things she’s ever had to do as a private practice owner.

From firing her accountant and performance managing a ‘trusted’ team member, to letting go of a contractor who was damaging her brand, Gerda shares the behind-the-scenes decisions that shaped her business and herself as a leader. You’ll hear the real stories, the real emotions, and the important lessons learned from navigating these pivotal moments.

Whether you’re facing a tough call in your own business or just need reassurance that you’re not alone, this episode is packed with practical wisdom, encouragement, and the reminder that doing the hard things is what makes you a true leader.

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

• Why having the right accountant is non-negotiable as you scale and how to know when it’s time to make a change.
• What can go wrong when you blindly trust team members without the necessary accountability.
• The importance of protecting your brand (and your culture) by making tough calls, and how these decisions can open up new opportunities for growth.

Who This Episode Is For:

• Private practice owners facing difficult decisions, team challenges, or moments of self-doubt.
• Leaders who want to build a values-driven business, even when it means making uncomfortable choices.
• Anyone needing a dose of courage, clarity, and real talk from someone who’s walked the path.

Tune in for an empowering, behind-the-scenes conversation and walk away ready to tackle your own hard things, as you build a practice you can’t stop smiling about.

Ready to transform your practice with Clarity, Confidence & a roadmap for success...? If so, book your spot at the 2026 Blueprint Planning Session right HERE.

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 49, Gerda gets brutally honest about one of the most painful topics for private practice owners: cash flow.

Drawing on her own practice owner experience and countless client stories, Gerda reveals the three biggest reasons why so many allied health businesses are struggling to keep money in the bank and why the usual “quick fixes” just don’t work.

This episode isn’t about surface-level tips or empty motivation. Gerda dives deep into the real mistakes that drain your finances AND your confidence. This episode will have you walking away with a reality check, a little tough love, and a clear path to finally get your cash flow under control.

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

• Why investing in the wrong strategies for your Level of Private Practice Development can tank your cash flow and how to choose the right ones.
• The crucial role of wage and contractor payment margins, and why ignoring them can leave you working harder for less.
• How “gappy diaries” are quietly eroding your profits and what you can do to consistently fill your books.

Who This Episode Is For:

• Allied health practice owners tired of the stress and uncertainty that comes with inconsistent cash flow.
• Leaders who want to move beyond quick fixes and build a financially sustainable business.
• Anyone ready for a straight-talking, practical approach to turning their practice finances around - once and for all.

Tune in for an unfiltered, empowering conversation that will help you take control of your cash flow and build a practice you can’t stop smiling about :)

Ready to transform your practice with Clarity, Confidence & a roadmap for success...? If so, book your spot at the 2026 Blueprint Planning Session right HERE.

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.