In this episode of the Culture Focused Practice podcast, I’m diving into the four most common hiring mistakes that group practice owners make and, more importantly, how to stop making them.

I’ve seen these mistakes firsthand (because I’ve made them, too), and I know how much bad hires can drain your time, money, and practice culture. So, let’s talk about why hiring too fast, ignoring red flags, over-prioritizing skills, and weak onboarding are wrecking your team (and what you can do instead).

00:00 Introduction to Hiring Mistakes (Let’s set the stage: why hiring mistakes cost more than you think.)
01:31 The Impact of Bad Hires (Spoiler: It’s more than just an annoying employee—it’s a full-on culture hit.)
04:39 Mistake #1: Hiring Too Fast (Desperation hiring = recipe for regret. Let’s slow it down.)
08:05 Mistake #2: Ignoring Red Flags (If you’re justifying weird behavior now, it’s gonna bite you later.)
12:36 Mistake #3: Prioritizing Skills Over Culture (Great on paper ≠ great for your team.)
17:03 Mistake #4: Weak Onboarding (A new hire without structure = instant disengagement.)
21:47 Closing Thoughts + What to Do Next

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That’s it for today - now go forth and hire smarter!

In this inaugural content episode of the Culture Focused Practice podcast, Dr. Tara Vossenkemper discusses the top four challenges faced by group practice owners. The episode covers topics such as hiring and retention, clarity on roles and responsibilities, balancing clinical caseloads with managerial duties, and staying on top of financials. Tara provides practical solutions and insights for each struggle, emphasizing the importance of assessing skills and cultural fit during hiring, defining clear roles and responsibilities, reducing clinical work to focus on business growth, and managing financials effectively. Additional resources and support options for practice owners are also highlighted.

00:00 Introduction to the Culture Focused Practice Podcast

00:43 Struggle #1: Hiring and Retention Challenges

05:37 Struggle #2: Lack of Clarity on Roles and Responsibilities

09:38 Struggle #3: Balancing Caseload and Management Duties

12:08 Struggle #4: Understanding and Managing Financials

14:58 Conclusion and Additional Resources

In the debut episode of the Culture Focused Practice Podcast, Dr. Tara Vossenkemper introduces herself as a consultant, group practice owner, and enthusiast of practice-related topics. She outlines the podcast's focus on ownership, business culture, and leadership within group practices. Key themes include hiring, team dynamics, conflict resolution, and implementing the EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) framework. Emphasizing a practical and down-to-earth approach, Tara plans to present mostly solo episodes, with occasional coaching, Q&A sessions, and interviews. She also highlights her mobile lifestyle, her informal style, and ways for listeners to connect through subscribing, joining her free EOS Facebook group, or engaging with her Culture Focused Practice membership.

00:00 Introduction to the Culture Focused Practice Podcast

00:26 Purpose and Audience of the Podcast

01:06 Why This Podcast Exists

01:50 Episode Format and Structure

03:10 Topics to be Covered

04:58 Personal Style and Approach

06:53 Subscription and Membership Information

08:00 Conclusion and Welcome

In this introductory episode of Culture Focused Practice, Dr. Tara Vossenkemper dives into the core aspects of developing a thriving group practice culture. The podcast targets practice owners and leaders who are ready to enhance hiring, retention, team dynamics, leadership structuring, and overall practice management. Dr. Vossenkemper emphasizes her straight talk approach, promising episodes filled with practical, jargon-free advice. The podcast will feature a mix of solo episodes, interviews, and Q&A sessions, with opportunities for listeners to submit topic requests. Join Dr. Vossenkemper in this journey to create an incredible practice culture.

00:00 Introduction to Culture Focused Practice

00:19 Meet Dr. Tara Vossenkemper

00:54 Podcast Overview and Expectations

01:59 Engagement and Interaction

02:11 Conclusion and Invitation

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