Physicians Hanging a Shingle | Start a Private Medical Practice

If your clinic feels like organized chaos, this episode is for you.
In this week’s episode, I’m breaking down SOPs — Standard Operating Procedures — what they are, why every practice needs them, and how they can save you time, stress, and confusion as your clinic grows.
You’ll learn what happens when you don’t have them, the different ways to structure them (checklists, flowcharts, and more), and even how ChatGPT can help you draft and organize them — as long as you give it the right information first.
Tune in to learn how to create systems that keep your practice running smoothly, even when you’re not there.
📌 Resources:
If you want step-by-step guidance to build your practice business plan, check out my new digital course: Plan to Practice. It's a short course designed to take you from scattered practice ideas to a detailed, individualized business plan. Learn more about the course by going to hangingashingle.com/ptp
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If you’re building your own private practice and want step-by-step guidance from someone who’s done it successfully—I’d love to help.
Click here to learn more about 1:1 coaching.
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Social Media Communities:
Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices
Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson

When you tell people you’re thinking about starting your own practice, everyone suddenly has an opinion — and most of them aren’t encouraging.
In this Thursday Shift, I’m talking about how to move forward when the people around you don’t understand your vision. You’ll learn how to filter out the noise, stay grounded in your “why,” and surround yourself with voices that remind you what’s possible.
🎧 Listen now for a quick dose of clarity and courage to keep building what you believe in.
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📌 Resources:
If you want step-by-step guidance to build your practice marketing plan, check out my new digital course: Plan to Practice. It's a short course designed to take you from scattered practice ideas to a detailed, individualized business plan. Learn more about the course by going to hangingashingle.com/ptp
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If you’re building your own private practice and want guidance from someone who’s done it successfully—I’d love to help.
Click here to learn more about 1:1 coaching.
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Want weekly emails with insightful tips for starting your private practice? Click here to subscribe!
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Social Media Communities:
Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices
Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson

If you’ve ever thought, “I’d love to start my own practice, but I’m just not confident enough to run a business,” this episode is for you.
In this Thursday Shift, I’m sharing why confidence doesn’t come first — action does. You’ll learn how to build confidence as you go, how to use your existing leadership skills in a new way, and how to stop waiting to “feel ready.”
You don’t need more confidence to start your practice. You just need to start — and confidence will follow.
🎧 Listen now and take your next step toward leading your dream clinic with clarity and courage.
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📌 Resources:
If you want step-by-step guidance to build your practice marketing plan, check out my new digital course: Plan to Practice. It's a short course designed to take you from scattered practice ideas to a detailed, individualized business plan. Learn more about the course by going to hangingashingle.com/ptp
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If you’re building your own private practice and want guidance from someone who’s done it successfully—I’d love to help.
Click here to learn more about 1:1 coaching.
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Want weekly emails with insightful tips for starting your private practice? Click here to subscribe!
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Social Media Communities:
Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices
Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson
 

You built this practice — so you get to design your days. In this episode, I break down how to create a clinic schedule that works for you, your patients, and your bottom line.
Whether you’re insurance-based or cash-pay, your schedule shapes everything about your practice — from your energy to your income. I share my process for “making the math math,” a concept from the Plan to Practice digital course, to help you figure out how many patients you need to see for your model to be sustainable.
You’ll learn how to build a schedule that protects your time, supports your goals, and brings balance back to your life as a practice owner.
📌 Resources:
If you want step-by-step guidance to build your practice business plan, check out my new digital course: Plan to Practice. It's a short course designed to take you from scattered practice ideas to a detailed, individualized business plan. Learn more about the course by going to hangingashingle.com/ptp
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If you’re building your own private practice and want step-by-step guidance from someone who’s done it successfully—I’d love to help.
Click here to learn more about 1:1 coaching.
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Want weekly emails with insightful tips for starting your private practice? Click here to subscribe!
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Social Media Communities:
Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices
Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson

Before you buy your first printer or laptop, let’s talk about the hardware that actually matters when you’re setting up your clinic.
In this episode, I’m walking through the tech essentials that keep your practice running smoothly — from front desk computers to secure Wi-Fi and backup systems — and how to plan for these costs in your business plan.
Because the right setup isn’t just convenience…it’s part of your foundation.
Listen now to learn what to buy, what to skip, and how to budget for it wisely.
Mentioned in this episode:
Plan to Practice digital course — build your business plan with realistic hardware + startup budgets.
📌 Resources:
If you want step-by-step guidance to build your practice business plan, check out my new digital course: Plan to Practice. It's a short course designed to take you from scattered practice ideas to a detailed, individualized business plan. Learn more about the course by going to hangingashingle.com/ptp
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If you’re building your own private practice and want step-by-step guidance from someone who’s done it successfully—I’d love to help.
Click here to learn more about 1:1 coaching.
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Want weekly emails with insightful tips for starting your private practice? Click here to subscribe!
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Social Media Communities:
Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices
Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson
 

Leaving an employed position to start your own practice sounds exciting… until the fear of losing that guaranteed paycheck kicks in.
In this short but powerful episode, I break down the truth about financial “security” in medicine — and help you reframe fear into freedom. You’ll learn why your paycheck isn’t as guaranteed as it seems, how to rebuild confidence in your own ability to generate income, and one quick mindset exercise you can do today to shift from fear to control.
If you’ve ever caught yourself thinking, “I can’t afford to leave,” this episode is for you.
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📌 Resources:
If you want step-by-step guidance to build your practice marketing plan, check out my new digital course: Plan to Practice. It's a short course designed to take you from scattered practice ideas to a detailed, individualized business plan. Learn more about the course by going to hangingashingle.com/ptp
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If you’re building your own private practice and want guidance from someone who’s done it successfully—I’d love to help.
Click here to learn more about 1:1 coaching.
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Want weekly emails with insightful tips for starting your private practice? Click here to subscribe!
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Social Media Communities:
Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices
Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson

Your website is your digital front door — and it should make patients feel like they already know you before they ever step inside.
In this episode, I’m sharing exactly what every private practice website needs — from the essentials like contact info, services, and team bios to the nice-to-haves that help your site connect with patients and build trust.
I’ll tell the story of how I built my very first website when I opened Anderson Family Care, and how I later built the Physicians Hanging a Shingle site using SuperDocTech — a platform designed for cash-pay and membership-based practices. It took me a fraction of the time, and it turned out beautifully.
If you decide to use SuperDocTech through my link, I’ll throw in a free 1-hour coaching session where we can talk about building your website — or any other part of your private practice journey you want to focus on.
📌 Resources:
If you want step-by-step guidance to build your practice business plan, check out my new digital course: Plan to Practice. It's a short course designed to take you from scattered practice ideas to a detailed, individualized business plan. Learn more about the course by going to hangingashingle.com/ptp
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If you’re building your own private practice and want step-by-step guidance from someone who’s done it successfully—I’d love to help.
Click here to learn more about 1:1 coaching.
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Want weekly emails with insightful tips for starting your private practice? Click here to subscribe!
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Social Media Communities:
Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices
Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson

Most physicians talk about fear of failure — but few admit to the other side of it: fear of success.
That quiet, unsettling thought:“What if this actually works? What if I can’t keep up? What if I let people down?”
In this Thursday Shift, I’m unpacking where that fear really comes from — and how to reframe it so success feels safe. You’ll learn why physicians often expect things to fall apart (even when they’re going well), and how to create systems that allow you to grow with confidence.
This short mindset episode will help you trust yourself to handle what comes next — because you built the foundation for it.
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📌 Resources:
If you want step-by-step guidance to build your practice marketing plan, check out my new digital course: Plan to Practice. It's a short course designed to take you from scattered practice ideas to a detailed, individualized business plan. Learn more about the course by going to hangingashingle.com/ptp
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If you’re building your own private practice and want guidance from someone who’s done it successfully—I’d love to help.
Click here to learn more about 1:1 coaching.
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Want weekly emails with insightful tips for starting your private practice? Click here to subscribe!
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Social Media Communities:
Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices
Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson

Uniforms might seem like a small detail, but they can shape your entire clinic culture. In this episode, I share how I handle uniforms in my own practice — from deciding if you even need them, to who pays, to what they should look like.
What You’ll Learn:
How uniforms impact team culture and patient perception
When it’s appropriate for the practice to cover the cost
Practical tips for ordering, replacements, and consistency
My own clinic approach (all black, monogrammed tops, and branded tees)
Takeaway:
Uniforms aren’t just about appearance — they’re part of your brand. Make sure your approach reflects the professionalism and identity you want your practice to show.
📌 Resources:
If you want step-by-step guidance to build your practice business plan, check out my new digital course: Plan to Practice. It's a short course designed to take you from scattered practice ideas to a detailed, individualized business plan. Learn more about the course by going to hangingashingle.com/ptp
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If you’re building your own private practice and want step-by-step guidance from someone who’s done it successfully—I’d love to help.
Click here to learn more about 1:1 coaching.
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I’ve partnered with SuperDocTech to bring you smarter automation tools for your practice. If you sign up using my link, you’ll also get a free 1-hour coaching session with me to tackle any questions you have about building your private practice.
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Want weekly emails with insightful tips for starting your private practice? Click here to subscribe!
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Social Media Communities:
Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices
Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson

An employee handbook might not sound exciting, but it’s one of the most powerful tools you can create for your clinic. It sets expectations, protects you as an employer, and communicates the culture you want to build with your team.
In this episode of Physicians Hanging a Shingle, we discuss:
Why an employee handbook is essential from day one
When to go over it with staff and how often to review it
General examples of what to include (without the overwhelm)
How to keep it updated as your practice grows
Whether you’re just getting ready to hire your first employee or already have a team in place, this episode will help you see your handbook as more than paperwork — it’s a tool for building a stronger, smoother-running practice.
📌 Resources:
If you want step-by-step guidance to build your practice business plan, check out my new digital course: Plan to Practice. It's a short course designed to take you from scattered practice ideas to a detailed, individualized business plan. Learn more about the course by going to hangingashingle.com/ptp
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If you’re building your own private practice and want step-by-step guidance from someone who’s done it successfully—I’d love to help.
Click here to learn more about 1:1 coaching.
----
I’ve partnered with SuperDocTech to bring you smarter automation tools for your practice. If you sign up using my link, you’ll also get a free 1-hour coaching session with me to tackle any questions you have about building your private practice.
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Want weekly emails with insightful tips for starting your private practice? Click here to subscribe!
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Social Media Communities:
Private Facebook Group: Physicians Starting Private Practices
Instagram: @hanging_a_shingle
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drbrittneyanderson