The Flow Meter Guy show illuminates the extraordinary stories and riveting career journeys of our nation's most impactful individuals - through engaging and intimate interviews. Join our Host, Brent Baird - Business Entrepreneurial and Entertaining Speaker - as he showcases the successes and contributions of the industry’s best and brightest.
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Welcome to “Rural Ripples,” the podcast where we dive into the unique challenges and innovative solutions of small water systems from coast to coast. Hosts Chelsea Boozer of Rogue Water Lab and Jeff Biberdorf of Fontus Blue amplify the voices of those who keep our rural communities flowing. Each episode, they bring you insightful interviews with general managers, nonprofit leaders, and association experts dedicated to supporting small systems. So, join along as we explore the ripples of chan ...
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Medical practice management, marketing, ancillary and technology trends. The Medical Practice Trends podcast is brought to you by Emedikon, founded by Peter J Polack MD, author of "Navigating the EMR Jungle" and the soon-to-be-released "Ultimate Ophthalmic Marketing Machine" and technology columnist for Ophthalmology Management Magazine.
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Adjusting to Success – Building an Empire of Wellness
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16:58Welcome to Flow Meter Guy! Today, join us as we dive into the entrepreneurial journey of Dr. Ollie Evans, founder of Georgia Chiropractic & Massage. Discover how he built an empire of wellness and hear firsthand how he fixed my back after a game of pickleball, golf, or simply getting out of bed. Watch Video: https://youtu.be/Q4c4spb30O0…
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Podcasters Deserve to Get Paid! Here's Why.
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25:18Welcome to Flow Meter Guy! Today! We're joined by Victoria Meyer, Host of The Chemical Show Podcast, as we dive into her entrepreneurial journey and uncover how podcasters can turn thier passion unto profit.By Flow Meter Guy
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Welcome to "Flow Meter Guy"! Today Brent Baird is Joined by Donald Pittser, President of Jedi Balancing, as we explore his bold entrepreneurial journey-chasing business across the globe.By Brent Baird (Flow Meter Guy)
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Successful Businessman's Reward: Porsche 911 Turbo S
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36:34Welcome to Flow Meter Guy (Brent Baird). Today we're joined by Greg Reid, founder of Icon Process Controls, to explore his entrepreneurial journey and his passion for fast cars and paddle wheel flow meters. Watch video https://youtube.be/wkBUw6dWqOsBy Brent Baird (Flow Meter Guy)
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Welcome to Flow Meter Guy, your go-to podcast for all thing relasted to Flow, Business and Life. Today our special guest is Brent Baird the "Flow Meter Guy" as he shares his wit, wisdom and remarkable journey as an entrepreneur. Catch all teh video podcast episodes at www.youtube.com/@flowmeterguyBy Flow Meter Guy
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Unlock Your Business Potential with Data Impact
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55:33Well then - Today, we're diving deep into the crucial world of data-driven decision-making, which can spell success or setbacks for your business. Forget all about the AI buzz; we're rolling up our sleeves to uncover the power of the data you already have - or should be gathering. Our guest is Ritavan, an entrepreneurial technology leader with a de…
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EP010 | Valuing Water: Brent Locke on the Critical Need for Public Awareness
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40:31With over 50 years in water, Brent is a cornerstone of the industry. As General Manager of the Bistone Municipal Water Supply District in Texas, he ensures reliable, high-quality water delivery through surface and groundwater treatment facility management. Brent's water journey began as a Boy Scout touring a treatment plant—a moment that sparked a …
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EP009 | Navigating the Future: Tad Bohannon on Regional Collaboration
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56:49This week on Rural Ripples, we realized we can’t dive into rural water without also exploring the critical role large systems play in shaping the future of rural water systems. We do that in Episode 9 with Tad Bohannon, CEO of Central Arkansas Water (CAW). As the leader of the largest drinking water utility in Arkansas — serving 500,000 people — Ta…
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EP008 | Small Town Roots, Big Impact: David Baird On community and economic resilience
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43:29In this episode, we’re sitting down with David Baird, someone who’s been at the heart of water and utility management for more than 20 years. David’s a former National Rural Water Association President, now leading the Sussex Conservation District and serving on the Delaware Rural Water Association board. He’s been instrumental in connecting small …
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EP007 | Empowering Rural Systems: Dr. Sophia Oberton on Workforce and Mindset
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42:29In this episode, we welcomed Dr. Sophia Oberton, a true powerhouse in the world of rural water management. Dr. Oberton, the Water Superintendent and Special Projects Coordinator for the unique border town of Delmar, Delaware/Maryland, brings a wealth of knowledge and a refreshing perspective on the pressing issues facing small water systems today. …
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EP006 | Rooted in Water: Juanita Reyher-Colon On Community-Driven Stewardship and Small System Innovation
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44:05Aloha! 🌺 Today, we are honored to welcome our good friend Juanita Reyher-Colon. Jeff and I have known Juanita for quite a while now, and we're excited to share her stories with the listeners of Rural Ripples. Hailing from the island of Molokai, where her family has lived for 14 generations, Juanita has deep roots in her community and a profound cul…
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EP005 | Voices from the Frontlines: Shannon Kring on Water Activism, Community Relations, and Indigenous Leadership
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54:11🎥 Shannon Kring is a renowned filmmaker and human rights advocate who has spent years capturing the stories of marginalized communities around the world, often with a focus on the vital role of water. As a writer, director and producer, Shannon works with the White House, the Administration for Children and Families, the State Department, the Unite…
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EP004 | The Future is Now: Matt McDougald on the Evolution of Small Water Systems
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42:58🤖 Today we have a thought-provoking conversation with Matt McDougald from the Opelika Water Board. Matt brings a wealth of knowledge on the importance of communicating the value of water, the future integration of AI in water management, and the necessity of adapting to evolving technologies. In this episode, Matt shares his insights on how small s…
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EP003 | Moonshots and Milestones: George Hawkins on Transforming Water Utilities
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55:45🌔 Today, we spoke with George Hawkins from Moonshot Missions about his experiences overcoming governance challenges, which we all know can sometimes hold up impactful work for utilities. He also discusses the importance of community engagement and shares some forward-thinking ideas on sustainable water management.…
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EP002 | Cultivating Talent: Greg Venette on Building a Strong Water Workforce
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41:33🛠️ This episode explores the remarkable journey of Greg Venette, the Utilities Superintendent for the City of Louisville, Colorado. With nearly two decades of experience in Water and Wastewater Treatment Operations, Greg’s leadership and resilience have made a lasting impact on the water industry. Honored with the 2022 American Water Works Associat…
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Flow Meter Guy Episode 5: All Things Joel Shannon
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45:19The Flow Meter Guy show illuminates the extraordinary stories and riveting career journeys of our nation's most impactful individuals - through engaging and intimate interviews. Our Guest today is Joel Shannon, a distinguished expert in the Test and Balance Industry and renowned for his remarkable success in building a thriving business. Youtube - …
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EP001 | Building Resilient Communities: Olga Morales-Pate on Sustainable Water Solutions
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52:57🧱 Olga Morales Pate is a dynamic leader and advocate for rural communities. She has a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities they face from all of her experience in the field, and now in her current leadership as head of RCAP, Rural Communities Assistance Partnership. In this episode, Olga shares her story growing up as a child with…
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Flow Meter Guy Episode 4: All Things Michael Calbert
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23:12The Flow Meter Guy show illuminates the extraordinary stories and riveting career journeys of our nation's most impactful individuals - through engaging and intimate interviews. Our Guest today is Michael Calbert, a luminary in the realm of process control instrumentation and equipment. Join us today as he shares his wit and wisdom regarding the jo…
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Flow Meter Guy Episode 3: All Things Peter Barna
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30:40The Flow Meter Guy show illuminates the extraordinary stories and riveting career journeys of our nation's most impactful individuals - through engaging and intimate interviews. Our Guest today is Peter Barna, a seasoned expert from Eletta Flow, who's here to share his wit and wisdom on life and his remarkable journey in the realm of flow meter tec…
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Flow Meter Guy Episode 2: All Things Derek Hedrick
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46:01The Flow Meter Guy show illuminates the extraordinary stories and riveting career journeys of our nation's most impactful individuals - through engaging and intimate interviews. Our Guest today is Derek Hedrick of Ameritech Data Solutions- who shares his wit and wisdom on life and his journey to building a successful software and IT services compan…
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Flow Meter Guy Episode 1: All Things Jeff Merman
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51:48The Flow Meter Guy show illuminates the extraordinary stories and riveting career journeys of our nation's most impactful individuals - through engaging and intimate interviews. Our Guest today is Jeff Merman - who shares his wit and wisdom on flow meters and life after running his company Automatic Controls. Youtube - Video Podcast Channel Instrum…
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125: The Biggest Mistakes Practices Make With New NPs and PAs, with Heather Healy
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32:33Heather Healy has over 20 years in clinical and executive nursing roles, serving as a Chief Nursing Officer, Vice President of Advanced Practice Providers and Consultant to the Arizona State Board of Nursing - her focus is on the professional advancement of nurse practitioners and other advanced practice providers through support with orientation, …
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124: Stop The War on PAs and NPs, with Brent Lacey, MD
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37:42Dr. Brent Lacey is a gastroenterologist with a passion for financial management and career coaching. He writes about personal finance and practice management at thescopeofpractice.com. In a recent article, he ignited a firestorm of debate surrounding the use of PAs and NPs in medicine. He joins me to clarify his opinions and offer some best practic…
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123: How Physicians Are Navigating COVID-19 with the founder of KevinMD.com, Kevin Pho, MD
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22:40Physicians are burned out and the debate rages on about when and how to open up the country. But there are a few bright spots we should keep our eye on according to Kevin Pho, MD. Few people have their pulse on the mood of physicians like Dr. Pho - the founder and editor-in-chief of KevinMD.com. KevinMD publishes multiple articles per day from doct…
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122: Protect Your Practice: COVID-19 Legal Liability & Employment Law Advice from Attorney Terin Cremer
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30:20Terin Barbas Cremer is an Attorney in Tampa Florida focusing on Employment and Business law. Prior to starting her own firm, she was the Chief Human Resources Officer and Associate General Counsel of a national financial services company co-employing over 20,000 people. Now, she works with a variety of businesses, including medical practices, helpi…
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121: How to Improve Patient Experience Through Employee Engagement with Kristin Baird
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42:43Kristin Baird has over 30 years of experience in patient care, healthcare marketing, business development, and administration… she has a nursing degree and a master’s in Health Services Administration. Kristin has also written several books on healthcare leadership and service excellence. Now she’s the CEO of the Baird Group, a consulting group tha…
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120: How Medical Practices Can Weather The COVID-19 Storm with Dr. Halee Fischer-Wright, CEO at MGMA
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34:24Medical practices are under pressure like never before, and Dr. Halee Fischer-Wright, CEO at MGMA discusses the financial impact of COVID-19, pending stimulus legislation, remote work, telehealth reimbursements, and how MGMA is advocating for you. A value-packed episode for all practices. MGMA.com MGMA COVID-19 Action Center MGMA COVID-19 Resource …
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119: Coronavirus: Leadership Advice from Disaster Physician Dan Diamond, MD
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29:48Dr. Diamond is an expert in equipping teams as they navigate change and stress. (Stress?!? WHAT STRESS??) He’s also an international disaster physician. He was the Director of the Medical Triage Unit at the New Orleans Convention Center following Hurricane Katrina and led first-in medical response teams to disasters like those in Haiti, The Philipp…
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Marketing Made Simple with J.J. Peterson, PhD - StoryBrand Chief of Teaching and Facilitation
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46:24J.J. Peterson is the Chief of Teaching and Facilitation at StoryBrand, Co-Host of the Building a StoryBrand Podcast, and co-author of the new book out today: Marketing Made Simple: A Step-by-Step StoryBrand Guide for Any Business. J.J. breaks down the successful StoryBrand formula and discusses the best ways to use it in your medical practice. Mark…
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118: 10 Money Myths Physicians Believe, with Brent Lacey, MD
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45:24Dr. Brent Lacey is a gastroenterologist with a passion for financial management and career coaching. He’s helped hundreds of clients pay off millions of dollars of debt, and he writes about personal finance and practice management at thescopeofpractice.com. In this podcast, Dr. Lacey talks through his popular financial presentation, 10 Money Myths …
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117: 4 Ways We Can Fix American Healthcare with Robert Pearl, MD (Bonus: Coronavirus @ SXSW)
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53:28Dr. Robert Pearl is the former CEO of The Permanente Medical Group, the nation’s largest physician group. Now, he’s a Forbes contributor, and a professor at both the Stanford School of Medicine and Graduate School of Business, Co-Host of the Fixing Healthcare Podcast, he runs RobertPearlMD.com where you can find his latest musings, and author of th…
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116: Clarity Wins: How to Improve Patient & Practice Communication, with Steve Woodruff
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29:42Steve Woodruff (The King of Clarity) provides expert advice for doctors and practice administrators on how to improve their communication skills. Whether you're a doctor trying explaining complex health problems to a patient, or a manager trying to get employee alignment around patient satisfaction, Steve gives tips and tricks you can use to take y…
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115: Three Things Every Medical Practice Needs To Win Online in 2020
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12:59How to win online in 2020 - 3 tips for medical practices. In this episode, we look at three ways to improve your medical practice marketing online. We discuss: - Websites (What makes a great one) - Google My Business listings (Plus tips to make sure patients discover you) - How to leverage underpriced advertising to build your practice or increase …
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114: Do You Need A Physician Liaison? With Kelley Knott, Founder, Physician Liaison University
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30:54Do you need a physician liaison? What makes a good physician liaison? How do you get past the front desk? How should a doctor engage a referring office? Kelley Knott answers these questions and more on this week's podcast. Kelley Knott is the CEO of a healthcare marketing agency, Intrepy Healthcare Marketing. She is a highly experienced physician l…
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113: SEO with Eli Schwartz, Former Dir. of SEO/Growth at SurveyMonkey
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39:29Eli Schwartz teaches us how to 'think like a user' to improve SEO. Eli is an SEO expert and consultant with more than a decade of experience driving successful SEO and growth programs - including leading the global SEO team at SurveyMonkey as the director of growth and SEO. As heard on this episode: EliSchwartz.co Eli Schwartz on LinkedIn More at: …
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112: Keep insulting doctors, and good luck finding a physician in 10 years - with Dr. Karen Sibert, MD
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35:17Dr. Sibert's article "Keep insulting doctors, and good luck finding a physician in 10 years" has been viewed and shared over 300,000 times in the last 2 weeks. She explains what motivated her to write it and what solutions there may be. As heard on this episode: A Penned Point (Dr. Sibert's Blog) Keep Insulting Doctors... (Original Article) Califor…
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111: New Year, New Host - With Peter J. Polack, MD and Brian Dooley
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25:05The Medical Practice Trends Podcast gets a new host in 2020. New host Brian Dooley is joined by the previous host Peter J. Polack, MD. As heard on this episode: Medical Practice Marketing on Facebook Ways to Enhance a Physician Profile for Better Engagement The Ultimate Ophthalmic Marketing Guide, by Peter J. Polack Feedback/Show Ideas: Contact Mor…
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110: How to Keep Your Company Driving & Thriving in a Competitive Business World with Brent R. Tilson, CEO of Tilson HR and best-selling author of "Go Slow to Grow Fast"
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31:55Brent R. Tilson, author of the best-selling book "Go Slow to Grow Fast," explains his Quad 4 Methodology and why employees are the most-overlooked part of the equation when it comes to business success. This issue (31:54): The genesis and the importance of the LifeLine graph for a business How you can tell whether you are in the Drama Zone or the D…
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109: Payer Rate Negotiations with Nathaniel Arana, NGA Healthcare
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23:38Nathaniel Arana of NGA Healthcare explains the nuances of payer rate negotiations and some of the pitfalls physicians face when trying to go it alone. This issue (23:38): Overview of the decline and stagnation in payer reimbursement over the last decade How most providers tend to accept the rates and the difficulty in negotiating How a provider can…
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108: Five Ways A Call Center Can Revolutionize Your Medical Practice with Gabby Rolette, Specialty Answering Service
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11:33Gabby Rolette of Specialty Answering Service (SAS) explains some of the ways that outsourcing your call center can not only be cost-effective but may also improve your bottom line. This issue (11:33): how 24/7 call center availability can increase your business advanced call center features including language translation integrating call center fun…
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107: Building a Strong Business Culture with Tristan White, Founder and CEO of The Physio Co
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23:40Tristan White, Founder and CEO of The Physio Co and author of "Culture is Everything" shares his entrepreneurial journey in creating a healthcare business ranked #1 on Australia's 50 Best Places to Work and the importance of developing a strong culture in your business. This issue (23:40): The 4 key foundations of a world-class culture The importan…
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106: Passive Real Estate Investing for Healthcare Professionals with Shane Connor, Founder and Principal of Red Rock Capital Group
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17:49Shane Connor, founder and principal of Red Rock Capital Group, shares the ins and outs of passive real estate investing for busy healthcare professionals. This issue (17:48): Active vs passive investing Advantages of being a passive investor in real estate What sorts of properties are ideal for the passive investor? How best to perform due diligenc…
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105: How to Become a Concierge Doctor with Nathaniel Arana, NGA Healthcare
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17:17Nathaniel Arana of NGA Healthcare discusses concierge and direct primary care models and advice on how physicians can transition from their traditional medical practice This issue (17:17): Concierge versus Direct Primary Care models What are the key differences between running a concierge/dpc practice versus traditional models? How to manage the bi…
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104: Common Mistakes in Medical Marketing and Website Design with Gavin Baker, CEO of Baker Labs
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27:53Gavin Baker, CEO of Baker Labs, shares some of the most common mistakes he sees that medical practices make regarding their marketing, social media and website design. This issue (27:52): What is the most common marketing mistakes practices make What do patients care about when they search online? What are some website homepage do's and dont's? If …
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103: Planning and Implementing a Successful Project with John Rohe, owner and lead partner, HyCap Consulting
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18:33John Rohe, CEO of HyCap Consulting, gives his advice on how to ensure a successful project rollout This issue (18:32); The #1 reason commercial integrations fail within an organization How to choose the assessment method that best fits your organization Adapting your project strategy amid changing needs and circumstances The benefits of holding an …
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102: HIPAA Compliance and Email with guest Gil Vidals, CEO of VMRacks
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16:47Gil Vidals, CEO of VMRacks, explains the importance of choosing the right email provider to ensure proper HIPAA compliance This issue (16:46): Is GMAIL HIPAA compliant? Reasons why to use encrypted email Important factors to consider when looking for a HIPAA compliant cloud provider Choosing the right type of encryption for HIPAA data…
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101: Ten Most Expensive Tax Mistakes That Cost Business Owners Thousands with Craig Cody CPA
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18:49Craig Cody CPA discusses proactive tax planning and what mistakes to avoid which can cost business owners This issue (18:48): What is the biggest mistake professional businesses make? What impact did the new tax laws have on physicians and other professionals? Why is choosing the business entity structure is so important Does it make sense to hire …
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100: 100th Podcast Anniversary Special - Experts Roundtable on the Future of Healthcare
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1:00:37In celebration of reaching our 100th podcast (thanks to all of you for your support), we asked a roundtable of experts to give us their thoughts on the future of healthcare from the perspective of their areas of expertise: Steven Schimpff MD former CEO of University of Maryland Medical Center on healthcare delivery Jeff Segal MD JD, CEO of Medical …
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99: Latest Healthcare Breaches for 2018 with Mike Meikle, CEO of SecureHIM
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11:30Mike Meikle, CEO of SecureHIM, discusses some of the most notable healthcare breaches of 2018 and what we should learn from them. This issue (11:29): Phishing and ransomware breaches Are breaches more common this year? Additional notable breaches: Singapore Health, Augusta University, Cass Regional, LabCorp Some security tips for healthcare practit…
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98: How Medical Practices Can Gain Control Over Their Employee Insurance Costs with Allison De Paoli, Healthcare and Benefits Guru
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22:58Guest Allison De Paoli, Healthcare and Benefits Guru, explains how she helps small and medium-sized businesses add control and predictability back into their healthcare spend This issue (22:57): Your practice is entitled to its data and why it is so important Why wellness programs may not actually work What a self-insured plan is and why it can sav…
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