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
Release Date: 09/19/2025
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....
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Re-Release: How to Implement a Bonus Structure For Your Team
CEO Conversations™: The Private Practice Podcast with Brandy Mabra
As we get closer to the holidays, you may be wondering how you can pay your team a holiday bonus for their performance this year. Bonuses are an amazing way to incentivize your team to hit their goals and reward them for hitting their marks. In this episode, I share the logistics of creating a bonus structure for your team members, what I’ve seen done well (and not well) when it comes to bonuses, and how to incentivize team members that aren’t money-motivated. ➡️ The next FREE Private Practice CEO Masterclass is happening September 17 at 12pm EST. If Q3 felt like chaos, Q4...
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Re-Release: Creating a Sales System for Your Practice | Lead Generation & Nurturing Leads
CEO Conversations™: The Private Practice Podcast with Brandy Mabra
“Oh, I don’t want to bother them!” Have you found yourself or an employee use this phrase to escape following up with a client? We’ve all been there and it’s time to shake the feeling. Sales systems are critical not only for your practice but for the health and well-being of your clients. Today we’re talking about the stages of marketing that can help you attract more clients, engage and nurture those relationships, and keep them coming back for more. ➡️ The next is happening September 17 at 12pm EST. If Q3 felt like chaos, Q4 doesn’t have to. In just 60 minutes,...
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Ep. 103 - How to Survive the Healthcare Shift and Keep Your Practice Growing | Why Innovation Can’t Wait
CEO Conversations™: The Private Practice Podcast with Brandy Mabra
If you’re still running your practice like it’s 2025, you’re already behind. Being innovative isn’t about being trendy, it’s about survival. In this episode, I’m continuing our conversation around leading through the healthcare shifts we know are coming like Medicaid changes to AI adoption to the evolving demands of modern patients. We’re talking about what it really means to stay open to innovation, why “comfortable” is no longer a growth strategy, and how to build a business that actually lasts. This one will stretch how you think and challenge you to lead with vision and...
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Ep. 102 - How Big Is Too Big? Breaking Through Your Private Practice Revenue Ceiling
CEO Conversations™: The Private Practice Podcast with Brandy Mabra
Have you ever said you didn’t want a million-dollar practice, but deep down you’re not sure that’s true? Maybe it’s not that you don’t want more, it’s that you don’t know how to get there. In this episode, I’m walking you through what it really takes to grow from $20K to $300K months. We’ll talk about the mindset shifts, structure, and leadership required to scale, plus why so many practice owners limit their revenue without even realizing it. Even if 7-figures isn’t your goal, you’ll learn how to grow in a way that feels aligned, profitable, and on purpose. ...
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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
Have 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...
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Ep. 100 - The Future of Healthcare | Are You Ready for the Shift?
CEO Conversations™: The Private Practice Podcast with Brandy Mabra
What happens when 12 million people lose their insurance overnight? Are you paying attention to what that means for your business model? In this 100th episode, I’m unpacking the two industry shifts every healthcare CEO needs to understand right now: the One Big, Beautiful Bill and the rise of AI. I share how policy and tech are reshaping patient access, hiring trends, and reimbursement—and what that means for how you run your business. This is the episode for CEOs who want to be ahead of the curve—not crushed by it. ➡️My next is August 25th through August 29th! This is...
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Ep. 99 - Multi 6-Figure Q&A: Letting Go, Leveling Up, and Leading Like a CEO
CEO Conversations™: The Private Practice Podcast with Brandy Mabra
You asked and I have the answers! In this episode, I’m answering real questions from multi six-figure private practice owners who are stepping into the next level of leadership, and feeling all the friction that comes with it. We’re talking about what it feels like to shed your six-figure identity and how to build a team that doesn’t just support you—but leads without you. I also break down how to let go of clinical guilt, how to balance automation with human touch in your practice, and how to delegate the right tasks so your business doesn’t rely entirely on you to run. If you’re...
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Ep. 98 - Profit on Purpose: Budgeting for Bold Moves & Slower Seasons
CEO Conversations™: The Private Practice Podcast with Brandy Mabra
Let’s talk about what it really means to invest in your private practice. This isn’t just a job you built for yourself—it’s a company, and your budget should reflect that. In this episode, we’re talking about how to use your budget as a tool for growth, even amidst the seasonal ebbs and flows. I’m breaking down the top three mistakes I see practice owners make when it comes to financial planning, how to prepare for dips like the “summer slowdown,” and what it looks like to set yourself up for expansion, from hiring key team members to opening new locations. We’re also getting...
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Ep. 97 - Scaling Distractions: What’s Pulling You Off Track (and What to Do About It)
CEO Conversations™: The Private Practice Podcast with Brandy Mabra
Do your legs hurt from running in every direction but still not moving forward? You’re not alone and it might not be your strategy that’s broken. In this episode, we dig into the seemingly productive tasks that actually pull you away from true growth: scaling distractions. From clinging to admin work to hiring for convenience instead of impact, Brandy outlines the 3 biggest distraction traps private practice CEOs fall into - and how to spot them before they cost you time, money, and momentum. If your days are full but your progress is slow, this one’s for you. ➡️My next...
info_outlineYou’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.
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Some key takeaways from this episode include:
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The first question to ask your team before implementing AI
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Why AI fear is really a culture issue (and what to do about it)
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How to identify and empower your “AI ambassadors”
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The leadership phrase that builds more trust than a perfect answer
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Why one conversation isn’t enough, and what to expect instead
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How to create a rollout plan that your team can actually follow
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