Why Your New Year's Resolutions Are Already Dead (And What Actually Works)
By Tracy Cherpeski
You know that feeling on January 1st? That surge of possibility, the fresh start energy, the conviction that this year is going to be different.
Maybe you're writing in your new planner. Maybe you've already hit the gym at 5:30 AM because you declared this is your year to finally prioritize your health.
And if you're a practice owner, maybe you're also telling yourself: this is the year I'll finally get my documentation done on time, stop working evenings, delegate more, actually take real time off.
Fast forward to February. The planner has blank pages. March, the gym membership is a monthly donation. By December, you're feeling that familiar cocktail of guilt and exhaustion, making the same promises all over again.
Managing Holiday Staff Burnout in Healthcare Practices: How Honesty Builds Stronger Practices
By Miranda Dorta
Here's what nobody says out loud: your winter blues don't just affect you. They ripple through your entire practice.
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Medical Practice Owner Mastermind vs. Community of Practice: Which Is Right for You?
The Hidden Advantage Employed Physicians Have (That You Don't)
Stop Managing Time—Start Leading It: Why Healthcare Practice Owners Need a Different Approach
By Miranda Dorta
Every time management system fails healthcare practice owners.
These systems may work for consultants and corporate executives, but they crumble under the weight of patient care, compliance requirements, and the unpredictable reality of running a medical practice.
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Choosing Your Village: A Timeless Guide to Building Your Support Network
By Tracy Cherpeski
I wrote this piece nearly 14 years ago, and it remains one of my most-referenced posts. As we observe National Recovery Month this September, I'm reminded that recovery isn't limited to overcoming addiction—it's about recovering from burnout, toxic relationships, and the patterns that keep us small. In our hyper-connected yet often lonely world, the need for intentional community has never been more critical.
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Three Common Challenges Healthcare Practice Owners Face (And How to Overcome Them)
By Miranda Dorta
Running a private healthcare practice brings unique rewards—the autonomy to provide patient-centered care, the ability to build meaningful relationships with your community, and the freedom to practice medicine on your terms. Yet practice ownership also presents distinct challenges that many healthcare entrepreneurs face.
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The Strategic Advantage: Why High-Performing Leaders Choose Coach-Consultants
By Tracy Cherpeski
The statistics tell a sobering story. Over the past decade, physician practice ownership has dropped from 60.1% to just 46.7%. But here's what the numbers don't capture: the 80% of remaining practice owners who told us in recent interviews that they desperately want more time for strategic planning, professional development, and personal pursuits.
PTSD in Men: Closing the Treatment Gap in Your Practice
By Miranda Dorta
June is PTSD and Men’s Mental Health Awareness month. This month, position yourself as the healthcare leader who prioritizes comprehensive mental wellness.
Men with PTSD sit in your waiting room carrying invisible wounds. While 4% of men experience PTSD, they seek treatment at much lower rates than women, creating a critical care gap that impacts your practice's ability to serve your community effectively.
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The Independent Practice Advantage: Creating a Culture of Wellbeing When You're Not a Healthcare Giant
By Tracy Cherpeski
May is Employee Health and Fitness Month, but you don't need a corporate-sized budget to make a meaningful difference in your team's wellbeing.
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