She started her practice to create freedom, but soon found herself working more than ever. Sarah shares how she transformed from an overwhelmed clinician into a true business leader by changing her mindset, building the right team, and creating systems that allowed her practice to grow. Learn the lessons every healthcare business owner needs to know before reaching burnout.
This is the final episode in this launch run. If it moved you, subscribe, share it with an owner who needs to see that an intentional exit is possible, and comment with where you are in your own journey right now.
Episode Breakdown:
00:00 – Opening Hook
0:20 – Guest Introduction: Sarah Pettyjohn
1:46 – The Moment She Decided to Be the Boss
29:35 – Preparing the Practice to Sell
33:28 – Why She Exited on Her Own Terms
34:54 – From Client to Coach
36:48 – Her Biggest Regret as an Owner
42:25 – Closing Thoughts
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