S2 E26: How to Streamline Your Practice with Simple SOPs (Even If You Hate Systems)
Release Date: 07/01/2025
S2 E26: How to Streamline Your Practice with Simple SOPs (Even If You Hate Systems)
The Clinical Entrepreneur
If your brain is a cluttered inbox of to-dos, patient follow-ups, supplement orders, and social media reminders… this episode is your new best friend. We’re talking SOPs - Standard Operating Procedures - but not the corporate, 57-page version. These are simple, no-fluff systems that help you organize your day, delegate tasks, and stop wasting time on things you do over and over again. Inside this episode, I’ll walk you through: What an SOP really is (and what it isn’t) The 3 areas of your business that desperately need one The best tools for creating SOPs - no tech wizardry...
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S2 E25: Using Patient Feedback Surveys to Improve Retention
The Clinical Entrepreneur
Have you ever thought everything was going just fine in your practice… only to realize (a little too late) that your patients were quietly confused, overwhelmed, or even frustrated? Yikes. 😬 The truth is, your patients are the only ones who can tell you how your practice is actually doing - and if you’re not asking for feedback, you’re flying blind. In this episode, I’m breaking down four super simple (and low-tech!) ways to collect patient feedback that will help you: Identify areas that need improvement Provide a better patient experience Create stronger relationships and...
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S2 E24: When They Don’t Want Help: Navigating the Heartbreak of Watching People Suffer
The Clinical Entrepreneur
As wellness practitioners, we care deeply - sometimes too deeply. So what do you do when the people you love won’t take your advice? In this vulnerable episode, I’m sharing what happened when my own parents rejected the help I offered, and how I’m learning to keep my heart soft without carrying the weight of other people’s choices. We’ll explore: Why patients (or loved ones) reject help - even when they ask for it What it means to “plant the seed” without attachment 3 mindset shifts to protect your heart and keep your peace A powerful reminder: you’re not a failure -...
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S2 E23: How to Create a Follow - Up Strategy Your Patients Will Love (And Respond To)
The Clinical Entrepreneur
If you’re wondering why your patients ghost after a great first visit, this episode is for you. In today’s show, I’m sharing my 3-step follow-up system that builds trust, boosts patient compliance, and turns casual clients into loyal, long-term patients. You’ll learn when to reach out, what to say, and how to keep track of it all, even if you’re running your practice solo. Plus, I’ll share real-life message examples and ideas to personalize your touchpoints without burning out. This is one of the most overlooked parts of running a practice - and it’s also one of the easiest ways...
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S2 E22: How to Turn Casual Conversations Into Consistent Referrals
The Clinical Entrepreneur
Let’s be honest… “networking” probably makes you think of awkward small talk, forced smiles, and some guy handing you his business card while telling you about his “next big thing.” Hard pass, right? But here’s the truth: referral marketing is still one of the most powerful ways to grow your practice - especially if you do it with heart. In this episode, we’re flipping the typical networking script and turning it into something that feels natural, generous, and actually fun. Whether you’re a solo practitioner with zero time or you’re just not sure where to start, I’m...
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S2 E21: The Breakup, the Breakdown, and the Bounce Back
The Clinical Entrepreneur
What do you do when the business you’ve built no longer feels aligned - and the only way forward is to work through the mess and start over? In this powerful episode of The Clinical Entrepreneur, Dr. Lindsay Erickson shares her journey of leaving a long-standing business relationship, starting over as a solo practitioner, and navigating one of the hardest seasons of her professional life. With honesty, grit, and zero sugarcoating, Lindsay opens up about: ✅ The moment she knew it was time to go solo ✅ How she designed systems to support her growth ✅ The emotional blow of losing...
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S2 E20: New Clinical Findings Related to the Gut Microbiome
The Clinical Entrepreneur
The Gut Revolution: What the Latest Science Tells Us The gut microbiome continues to be a hot topic for researchers worldwide. The newest research from 2025 is rewriting the playbook on how we understand health, disease, and everything in between. In this episode, I’m unpacking 8 fascinating new studies on the microbiome, covering everything from teenage gut health and menopause metabolism to fermented foods, the role of fiber, oral-gut connections, and even pediatric hypertension. Whether you’re supporting hormone balance, detox, metabolism, or immune health, these studies will give you a...
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S2 E19: Clinical Pearls You May Have Never Heard (But Need to Know)
The Clinical Entrepreneur
From mast cells and microplastics to bile acids and B1 - this episode is a clinical deep dive you won’t want to miss. If you’re a wellness practitioner who loves learning the why behind what’s happening in your patients’ bodies, you’re going to love this one. In this solo episode, I’m recapping some of the most cutting-edge insights I gathered at a recent CellCore clinical conference - and trust me, this one’s packed. We’re talking about: 👉 What LPS really tells you about your patient’s gut (and heart disease risk) 👉 Why bile acids are a big deal for hormones,...
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S2 E18: Using AI to Write a Simple Email Nurture Series
The Clinical Entrepreneur
“What should I even say in an email?” If that question has ever stopped you from sending regular emails to your patients, this episode is for you. In today’s episode of The Clinical Entrepreneur, we’re talking about how to use AI to write a simple, effective nurture email series that actually sounds like you. You’ll learn how to train your AI to know your voice, your values, and your patients - so you’re not starting from scratch every time. Here’s what you’ll learn: ✨ What a nurture series is (and why every practice needs one) ✨ Why email still outperforms social media for...
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S2 E17: How to Grow Your Wellness Practice One Podcast Interview at a Time
The Clinical Entrepreneur
You don’t need a sales funnel. You don’t need a VA. And you definitely don’t need a huge Instagram following to grow your practice. What you do need? A way to get in front of a new group of people who already care about what you have to say. And that’s exactly what being a podcast guest does. In this episode, I’m spilling the tea on why being a guest on someone else’s podcast is one of the best (and most overlooked) marketing strategies for wellness practitioners like you. Whether you’re flying solo, in the process of scaling your practice, or just starting out, this is...
info_outlineIf your brain is a cluttered inbox of to-dos, patient follow-ups, supplement orders, and social media reminders… this episode is your new best friend.
We’re talking SOPs - Standard Operating Procedures - but not the corporate, 57-page version. These are simple, no-fluff systems that help you organize your day, delegate tasks, and stop wasting time on things you do over and over again.
Inside this episode, I’ll walk you through:
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What an SOP really is (and what it isn’t)
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The 3 areas of your business that desperately need one
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The best tools for creating SOPs - no tech wizardry required
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A simple 4-step strategy to get started this week (for real)
Because when your business runs on repeatable systems, you finally get your brain - and your time - back.
Whether you’re running solo or have a small-but-mighty team, this episode will help you work smarter, breathe easier, and set your future self up for success.
Let’s simplify the behind-the-scenes so you can focus on what you do best - taking care of people.
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