Ep. 101 - You Need to Break Your Bubble: How Diversifying Your Circle Can Transform Your Healthcare Business
CEO Conversations™: The Private Practice Podcast with Brandy Mabra
Release Date: 08/15/2025
Ep. 113 - What It Really Takes to Be a Steadfast Leader
CEO Conversations™: The Private Practice Podcast with Brandy Mabra
You’ve been leading, making moves, wearing all the hats. But when the pressure’s on, are you steady… or scrambling? Can you stick to your plan when the revenue dips, or your KPIs miss the mark? Leadership isn’t about being perfect, it’s about being prepared. In this episode, I’m diving into what it really means to be a steadfast leader in your practice, especially with the shifts happening in healthcare right now. If you’re tired of leadership feeling heavy, inconsistent, or chaotic, this one’s for you. ➡️My next is happening December 10th at 12pm EST. Create your...
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Ep. 112 - Let Me Change Your Life in 2026 | Real Results from Private Practice CEO™
CEO Conversations™: The Private Practice Podcast with Brandy Mabra
You’re still showing up late, doing the heavy lifting yourself, and watching the days slip by. Sound familiar? What if you could reclaim 10–20 extra hours per week, add $500K + to your annual revenue, and lead a practice that frees you instead of draining you? In this episode, I’m sharing exactly how the Private Practice CEO™ program is helping practice owners reclaim their power, scale their business without burning out, and build a life they actually want to live. If you’re dreaming of big moves in 2026, this episode is exactly what you need to hear. ➡️ My next ...
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Ep. 111 - How to Build a Team That Pays for Itself | Hiring for Time, Energy & Revenue
CEO Conversations™: The Private Practice Podcast with Brandy Mabra
You’ve probably heard it before: “Your team should pay for itself.” But if that hasn’t been your experience, if you’re hiring and still stuck doing all the things, this one’s got your name on it. In this episode, I’m breaking down what it actually means to build a team that gives back more than they take. We’re going deep on what this looks like across every level of growth: from hiring your first admin to leading a full leadership team. I’m walking you through the doers, the owners, and the true leaders, and how each one either creates freedom and profit... or drains your...
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Ep. 110 - What Private Practice CEOs Need to Lock In Now | How to Reset Your Goals & Rebuild Momentum Before 2026
CEO Conversations™: The Private Practice Podcast with Brandy Mabra
You’ve been pushing all year, but the goals you set in January? Some got crossed off, others never got off the ground. Now, you’re asking the real question: What’s actually worth chasing in these final weeks? In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on my own Private Practice CEO™ Lock-In. I’m walking you through what I’m reflecting on, what I’m recommitting to, and how I’m using this season to plan for 2026 with more clarity, not more pressure. From navigating personal challenges as a caregiver, getting honest about the goals I had to shift, to rebuilding my own...
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Ep. 109 - Behind-The-Scenes of Our First International Retreat | CEO Lessons from Grand Cayman
CEO Conversations™: The Private Practice Podcast with Brandy Mabra
What does it really take to lead when everything feels big, risky, or uncertain? In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on our first-ever international Private Practice CEO™ Retreat in Grand Cayman, not to show you pretty pictures, but to tell the truth about what happens when you say yes to the vision God gave you. From unexpected contract lessons to team leadership breakthroughs in the ocean, I’m sharing what it actually looks like to lead with faith, strategy, and excellence -- even when it stretches you. We’re also talking about what every private practice CEO needs to do...
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Ep. 108 - Where Did the Money Go? | Solving Cash Flow Problems in Your Private Practice with Nate Hendrikse
CEO Conversations™: The Private Practice Podcast with Brandy Mabra
You’re hitting your revenue goals, but your bank account tells a different story. Payroll feels tight, and even though you're technically “profitable,” something’s not adding up. Sound familiar? In this episode, I’m joined by Nate Hendrikse, CEO and Founder of Navigator Bookkeeping, to unpack what’s really going on with your finances behind the scenes. We’re talking about common cash flow traps, pay structure mistakes that quietly kill your margin, and the financial rhythms every healthcare CEO needs to scale without sacrificing profit. If you’ve been avoiding your numbers,...
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Ep. 107 - Running a Business While Grieving | Grief, Leadership, and the Practice Built On Loss With Niesia Garza
CEO Conversations™: The Private Practice Podcast with Brandy Mabra
You’re doing the CEO work, but inside, you’re still hurting. You lead with strength, but grief has a way of creeping in when no one sees it. In this episode, Niesia Garza, LCSW, founder of Daniel’s Harbor, shares how she’s built a practice out of her pain. She walks us through the raw loss of her son, how she continues to carry that in her leadership, and what it truly means to lead while healing. If you’re navigating deep seasons but still trying to show up for your business, this one’s for you. Niesia Garza, LCSW, is a licensed therapist and the founder/CEO of...
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Ep. 106 - The Busy CEO’s Guide to Luxury Travel (Without the Hustle) with Eli Facenda
CEO Conversations™: The Private Practice Podcast with Brandy Mabra
What if your points could fly you first class to Dubai? Or land you in a five-star suite in Scotland? Too many CEOs are hustling hard but missing out on the luxury travel experiences their businesses could already be funding. Can you relate? Are your points collecting dust while burnout piles up? We get it. In this episode, Eli Facenda, aka The Travel Guy, reveals how to build a system that turns everyday business expenses into luxury travel experiences (without spending more). And it’s bigger than flights and hotel upgrades. His philosophy helps CEOs redefine success, prioritize rest, and...
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Ep. 105 - How to Leverage AI in Your Practice Without Losing the Human Touch
CEO Conversations™: The Private Practice Podcast with Brandy Mabra
You’ve been hearing all the buzz about AI… but let’s be honest, it still feels overwhelming, impersonal, or even a little risky. You want to be more efficient, but not at the cost of your patient experience. Automation can save time, but when your business is built on connection, you have to be intentional. In this episode, I walk you through how to strategically insert AI into your private practice, without replacing your team or inflating your expenses. From self-check-ins to a client-built GPT named “Sage,” I’m sharing real-world use cases, the four workflows you can automate...
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Ep. 104 - Getting Buy-In from Your Team on AI | What to Say When They’re Not On Board
CEO Conversations™: The Private Practice Podcast with Brandy Mabra
You’re exploring AI for your practice, but your team isn’t exactly cheering you on. Maybe they’re worried, confused, or just flat-out resistant. Sound familiar? In this episode, I’m breaking down how to lead your team through the AI transition with clarity and integrity. You’ll learn how to manage fear around job security, communicate your vision without overexplaining, and leverage the right team members as “ambassadors” to support the rollout. If you're trying to implement AI but feeling the friction, this episode will help you shift from overwhelm to confident leadership....
info_outlineHave you ever looked around your circle and realized… everyone thinks like you, leads like you, and runs their business just like you?
What if that comfort zone is actually the thing keeping you stuck?
In this episode, I’m breaking down why cliquishness in healthcare is holding so many CEOs back—and how diversifying your circle can unlock new strategy, leadership, and income. After nearly two decades in healthcare, across a wide range of specialties and settings, I’ve seen firsthand how powerful it is to think beyond your credentials—and I want the same for you.
If you’re ready for fresh ideas, stronger strategy, and real industry impact—it starts with who you’re learning from.
➡️ If your team, time, or systems are still draining you, let’s fix that. Join my next FREE Masterclass on August 21 at 11am ET. This is your first step toward leading with more clarity, structure, and confidence.
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Some key takeaways from this episode include:
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Why cliquishness is quietly killing innovation in private practices
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How working across 10+ specialties reshaped my own business strategy
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What healthcare entrepreneurs can learn from industries outside of healthcare
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One simple challenge to help you expand your circle—starting today
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Why broadening your perspective leads to more money, more impact, and more freedom
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