Healthcare Business Thrivecast

Healthcare Business Thrivecast
Podcast Description
Healthcare Business Thrivecast is the go-to podcast for health professionals looking to grow and future-proof their businesses. Hosted by Randall Cooper, Antony Hirst, and Michael Kenihan—physiotherapists turned business strategists—we tackle the real challenges of running a healthcare business. From scaling operations to enhancing patient experience, we share expert insights and actionable strategies. If you're a clinic owner or health professional, tune in and take your business to the next level!
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast focuses on critical topics such as personal branding in healthcare, equity partnerships, patient experiences, and sustainable business growth, with episodes like Building Your Personal Brand in Healthcare discussing trust and digital presence, and The Partnership Discussion examining how equity can enhance service offerings and retention.

Healthcare Business Thrivecast is the go-to podcast for health professionals looking to grow and future-proof their businesses. Hosted by Randall Cooper, Antony Hirst, and Michael Kenihan—physiotherapists turned business strategists—we tackle the real challenges of running a healthcare business. From scaling operations to enhancing patient experience, we share expert insights and actionable strategies. If you’re a clinic owner or health professional, tune in and take your business to the next level!
Summary
In this episode of the Healthcare Business Thrivecast, hosts Randall Cooper, Michael Kenahan, and Antony Hirst discuss the concept of 'running in the red zone'—a state of overwhelm and stress that many healthcare practitioners experience. They explore the symptoms and effects of this state, strategies for managing it, the importance of structure and planning, and the health implications of sustained stress. The conversation emphasises the need for reflection, mentorship, and support to navigate the challenges of practice management and avoid burnout.
Takeaways
Running in the red zone can lead to burnout and resentment.
Identifying symptoms of being in the red zone is crucial.
Practice owners often feel overwhelmed and lack control.
Creating structure can help manage daily operations better.
Mental health is significantly affected by stress in practice management.
Regular reflection time is essential for clarity and decision-making.
Financial pressures can exacerbate feelings of being in the red zone.
Mentorship and support are vital for navigating challenges.
Delegation is key to avoiding overwhelm in practice management.
It's important to recognise when to seek help and make changes.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Running in the Red Zone
01:42 Identifying the Red Zone
05:16 The Impact of the Red Zone on Health
11:13 Strategies for Managing the Red Zone
20:04 Navigating Financial Constraints
29:06 Conclusion and Future Discussions
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