EP295 - How Letting Go Can Help You Grow: A Doctor's Guide to Freedom

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Dr. Mike Woo-Ming shares the "Let Them Theory" from Mel Robbins’ book Let Them on the Bootstrap MD podcast. This mindset helps physicians release the need to control others’ opinions, freeing energy for building cash-based practices or scaling businesses. He lists five energy drains—being misunderstood, questioned, compared, doubted, or resisted—and urges doctors to let go of people-pleasing. Examples include a client succeeding in a weight loss clinic despite doubters. Dr. Woo-Ming suggests practicing this mindset daily and joining his free Doctor’s Online Success community.

Three Actionable Takeaways:

• Use the "Let Them" Mantra: Daily, recite “Let them think it. Let them say it. Let them go.” Write down one criticism to release (e.g., a peer’s doubt about your practice)
• Target Your Ideal Audience: Focus on patients or clients who value your mission, letting go of those who question or compare your services.
• Build a Supportive Network: Let resistant team members adapt or leave. Join the free Doctor’s Online Success community (skool.com) to connect with like-minded physicians.

 

About the Show:

Bootstrap MD is the ultimate podcast for physician entrepreneurs looking to break free from traditional healthcare careers and take control of their financial futures. Hosted by Dr. Mike Woo-Ming, a successful physician, entrepreneur, and investor, the show provides actionable insights on starting and scaling businesses, creating passive income, and navigating the evolving landscape of healthcare entrepreneurship.

Each episode features real-world advice from industry leaders, including physicians who have built thriving businesses, investors who have leveraged healthcare innovation, and experts in telemedicine, medical consulting, and digital health. Whether you're looking to start a telemedicine practice, create an online business, or explore non-clinical career options, Bootstrap MD delivers practical strategies to help you succeed.

Tune in weekly for inspiring interviews, deep dives into business models, and step-by-step guidance on turning your medical expertise into a profitable, fulfilling career—without sacrificing your well-being.

 

About the Host:

Through two decades of experience as a physician entrepreneur, Dr. Mike Woo-Ming has built and sold two seven-figure companies in the online marketing and lead software industry. He is also a physician practice owner, currently running multiple successful medical clinics.

He founded BootstrapMD, a consultancy firm, to help empower physician entrepreneurs through live events, courses, and coaching. Dr. Mike is also the CEO of Executive Medical, a boutique medical practice specializing in age management, weight loss, and aesthetics. As a co-owner and medical director of several clinics, he helps other doctors transition into business ownership.

To learn more, read his book, The Positioned Physician: Earn More, Work Smart, Love Medicine Again, available on Amazon. 

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