Posts by Samantha MacKinnon
Do This Before Seeing Your First Client

Before you see your first private practice client there are a few ways you can prepare to help your transition into business ownership go smoothly. Again, it’s important to remember that you will be responsible for not only preparing for and conducting therapy sessions with your clients, but you will also be in charge of managing bookings, payments and more! Keep reading for the top 4 things to prep before seeing your first private practice client.

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3 SKILLS YOU NEED TO DEVELOP

Starting your private practice will entail performing many different roles as you work towards hiring support or investing in programs and products to streamline your business operations. Becoming comfortable with your role as an entrepreneur does take some practice and there are a few entrepreneurial skills that should be your top priority as you look to grow your business.

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5 Books on Entrepreneurship You Should Read

Venturing into entrepreneurship as you build your private practice will present you with new challenges and provide ample learning opportunities. Developing your skills as an entrepreneur is often what many therapists struggle with when making the transition into private practice. In this article, you will find 5 books on entrepreneurship every private practitioner should read.

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Why Private Practice Isn't The Right Fit

As a private practitioner, you are responsible for servicing your clients in addition to performing administrative duties (such as onboarding clients, scheduling appointments and responding to inquiries), maintaining your website and marketing your practice to build your caseload. While running your own private practice has many benefits, it does require you to perform multiple roles. There are some things to consider to determine if private practice is the right fit for you…

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3 Tips for Growing Your Associate Practice

Growing an associate practice by bringing additional therapists into your business allows you to not only service more clients, but it also gives you an opportunity to earn additional revenue by expanding your income streams. While you focus on growing and streamlining your business, your associates can continue to serve your clients and build your practice caseload. Here are 3 tips for growing your associate practice!

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The Top Tips for Launching Your First Course As A Private Practitioner

One way you can begin to introduce additional service offerings into your practice is to develop courses or workshops that provide immense value to your ideal client while also allowing them to work through the lessons and content at their own pace, fitting into their schedule. There are several things to consider before launching your first course so keep reading for our best tips!

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How to Diversify Your Private Practice Revenue

Growing and expanding your private practice often requires the development of additional revenue streams, often leading to the possibility of unlimited earning potential. As a private practitioner, you can offer more to your clients than 1-on-1 appointments -- this is where you get to flex your entrepreneurial muscle! Keep reading to learn how to diversify your private practice revenue so that you can build your business to support your goals!

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3 Ways to Get Your First 10 Private Practice Clients (Or Your Next 10!)

Dreaming of or planning for the launch of your private practice can be an incredibly exciting time in your journey as a therapist. Moving from your role as a student or full-time employee into a new role of an entrepreneur is quite an accomplishment, but it can also feel scary and nerve-wracking. There are several ways you can work towards getting your first 10 clients (or even your next 10). Keep reading for some tried and tested tips from the BYPP Success Coaches!

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4 Easy Tools to Use to Market Your Private Practice

Marketing your private practice doesn’t have to feel overwhelming and tedious. By investing a bit of time in learning to use some basic tools, you can create and implement a successful marketing strategy to launch, grow and expand your practice; on a budget. Keep reading for 4 easy tools to use to market your private practice!

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Samantha MacKinnon