Growing and scaling a practice can sometimes feel like a lonely journey, especially when you’re navigating the challenges of leadership and decision-making. But what if you didn’t have to go through it alone?

In this episode, we dive into the transformative power of communities and peer groups for Practice Owners. Whether you’re looking for support, accountability, or fresh perspectives, being part of the right community can help you overcome obstacles, accelerate growth, and build a practice that thrives.

Join us as we unpack how communities can provide clarity, confidence, and actionable insights to help you make better decisions and achieve your goals. From the importance of curated groups to the value of vulnerability and psychological safety, this conversation is packed with practical advice for Practice Owners ready to take their business to the next level.

In this episode of the Scale My Clinic Podcast, you’ll learn:

• Why peer groups are essential for practice owners and how they can save you years of trial and error (00:51)
• The four key benefits of being part of a community (02:44)
• How to identify and avoid toxic or unhelpful communities (13:30)
• What a mastermind session is and why it’s a game-changer for problem-solving and decision-making (21:50)
• The role of psychological safety in building trust within a group and how to foster it (31:28)

If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure about the next steps for your practice, this episode is for you. Tune in now and take the first step toward building a practice that works for you.

If you haven’t listened to our previous episode talking about Mastering Financial Systems in General Practice: Build and Maintain a Profitable Clinic with Ryan Sela Part 2, go back and check out Episode 46.

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Owning a clinic is a bold move. Scaling it is next-level.

In this conversation, two incredible GPs, Dr Petrina Barson and Dr Arete Kotouris, pull back the curtain on their journey from dreamers with a vision to established owners of a thriving inner-suburban clinic.

They didn’t start with deep business expertise. They started with clarity, guts, and a shared commitment to doing things differently.

This episode is about what it really takes to grow beyond the spreadsheets and into the grit of daily decisions, the messiness of setbacks, and the power of betting on yourself.

If you’ve ever wondered what scaling a successful, values-led practice looks like in real life (including all the screw-ups and savviness learned along the way), this episode is unmissable.

In this episode of the Scale My Clinic Podcast, you’ll learn:

• Why defining your non-negotiables early can fast-track your ideal practice (04:44)
• How to protect your business by learning to lead with boundaries, not blind trust (10:10)
• Practical lessons in council permits, strategic delegation, and stepping back without losing control (13:44)
• The “Flourish Conversations” approach to uplift team morale and improve billing outcomes (21:04)
• How evolving as a leader can unlock unexpected wins inside and outside your practice (26:31)

These stories aren’t just inspirational. They’re practical. They’ll show you what’s possible when you lead with heart, back yourself, and stay fiercely committed to building something that lasts.

Listen now to discover the moments that matter most when scaling your clinic from the inside out.

If you haven’t listened to our previous episode talking about The 12.5% Bulk Billing Incentive Is a Trap — Here’s What GP Owners Need to Know, go back and check out Episode 49.

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ABOUT DR PETRINA BARSON

Dr Petrina Barson [MBBS, FRACGP, DRANZCOG, BA (Hons), Grad Dip MHS] graduated from the University of Melbourne in 1988. She enjoys her work as a general practitioner because it gives her the potential to know her patients over time and accompany them through the various phases of their lives.

Petrina loves to make a real difference for people by compassionate listening, by skilful medicine, and by partnering with them to help them best manage their health. She enjoys the full variety of general practice, and has special interests in women’s health, psychological medicine, and resolving the underlying causes of anxiety and depression through The Richards Trauma Process.

Petrina has been involved for many years in medical education, in particular teaching communication skills and compassion cultivation to medical students. She is the Director of the Centre for a Compassionate Society and is actively engaged in advocacy for refugee rights.

ABOUT DR ARETE KOUTERIS

Dr Arete Kouteris [MBBS, FRACGP, FAMAC] graduated from the University of Melbourne with a medical degree in 1991. She has been in general practice for over 20 years. Dr Kouteris also holds a degree in...

There’s a lot of noise around the government’s upcoming 12.5% bulk billing incentive, but before you jump at the promise of “free money,” take a beat.

This episode is a deep dive into what’s really going on behind the curtain. If you’re a GP or Practice Owner in the “maybe” camp — uncertain whether to take the deal or wait it out — this conversation will give you the clarity and confidence to move forward in a way that protects your clinic, your income, and your patients.

We unpack the hard truths and hidden strings behind the November incentives and how jumping too soon could lock you into a high-volume, low-autonomy future. If you've built your business on high-quality care and sustainable growth, this episode will give you the mental tools to see past the headlines.

In this episode of the Scale My Clinic Podcast, you’ll learn:

• How to assess if the 12.5% incentive is a win or a trap (00:30)
• The real cost of “free” care: rising unpaid workload and the slow death of practitioner autonomy (08:00)
• What happens when your clinic’s identity is no longer yours (18:26)
• A proven alternative: how one clinic went from 20% to 93% private billing in 9 months (33:29)

Whether you're leaning toward bulk billing or planning to stay private, this episode will help you future-proof your business, avoid burnout, and serve your patients without selling your soul to government contracts.

Listen now to hear why a short-term gain could become your long-term pain and what you should be focusing on instead.

If you haven’t listened to our previous episode talking about The Metrics Powering Australia’s Top GP Clinics with Chris Smeed, go back and check out Episode 48.

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Share this episode with other general Practice Owners and follow us on Facebook at Scale My Clinic for more updates and resources.