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.

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 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.

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 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 :)

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.