Allied Health Business Brilliance
Episodes
PACE – NDIA’s New ICT System
03 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Cathy and Chantelle cover the newly launched ICT system by the NDIA, PACE. Though the meaning behind the acronym remains unclear, Cat...
Artificial Intelligence in Allied Health Operations – What You Should Know
26 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we’re keeping it in the family as Marcus Jean-Francois, Process Documentation Officer at Nacre Consulting, joins the podcast to disc...
Sustaining a Healthy Team Culture & The Importance of Making Connections
19 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Kellie Puxty, the Co-Founder and Director of One Community Pty Ltd, joins the podcast to share her thoughts on the importance of Allied Health Busines...
Rerun: Overcoming Underestimating & Managing Rapid Growth
12 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When you first embarked on your venture as an Allied Health Business Owner, what can you look back on and realised you underestimated about the proces...
Rerun: The Importance of Supporting Graduates & Finding a Balance Between Clinical Work & the Business
29 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Principle Occupational Therapist and Owner of Verve OT, Sarah Collison, brings a little verve to the podcast in this rerun episode, where sh...
Being a Trailblazer in Post-Cancer Care
22 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Karen Anderson is the Founding Director of Foundation 96, which provides supportive care to people transitioning from cancer treatment to everyday lif...
Working at Nacre, the NDIS, and Retention & Recruitment
15 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tune in for this fireside afternoon chat with Chantelle Robards. Chantelle has recently joined the Nacre Consulting team as a Specialist Coach, and wh...
Understanding Cybersecurity & Cyber Intelligence in the Allied Health Space
08 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Worried about your clinic’s cybersecurity? Make sure you tune into this jam-packed episode with Martin Haak – the Founding Director of Infinite Ed...
Cathy’s Learnings from James Clear LIVE – Atomic Habits Event
01 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Listen in as Cathy shares her personal experience at the James Clear LIVE event with Atomic Habits author, James Clear. You’ll hear as Cat...
Busting the Most Common Myths About Systems
24 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
David Jenyns is back in your ears in this latest episode! It was wonderful having David back, where once again he shares the shiniest golden nuggets a...
Rerun: Streamlining Your Systems – The Importance of Admin Support
17 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ever come out of a therapy session or meeting, only to check your phone and be met with 20 new emails? It’s a stressful feeling, but the good news i...
Rerun: Shifting from Clinician to Business Owner - Recruitment, Core Values, & More
10 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Let’s rewind it back to another popular episode for this week’s Rerun – Shifting from Clinician to Business Owner: Recruitment, Core Values &...
Finding Your Sense of Purpose, How to Be a Successful Director & Seeking Change
03 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Noura Tashakor tunes in this week to share her incredible story on how she went from Pharmacist to Allied Health Business Owner. Noura is the Founding...
Podcasting, Finding Motivation, and Breaking the Stigma Around Mental Health
27 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Marie Vakakis joins the Private Practice Made Perfect podcast to share her journey of developing and diversifying her businesses. Marie is a Therapist...
Clinical Leaders Collective – NEW 90-Day Program
20 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dive into the latest solo episode with Cathy Love as she shares some exciting news: you can join in on the latest program, the Clinical Leaders Collec...
Using AI to Your Advantage – The ChatGPT Revolution by Donna McGeorge
13 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
ChatGPT is taking over the world! Or is it…? What a pleasure it is to have Donna McGeorge – Keynote Speaker, Facilitator, Trainer and Productivity...
Thrive90: Business Growth Activator Program to Move Towards Sustainability
06 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Grab a drink and get comfortable as you tune in to the latest solo episode with Cathy Love, where this time she shares an exciting new program called&...
Why an Optimised Website is the Biggest Marketing Investment for Allied Health Businesses
30 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Unsure how to optimise your website? Or simply looking for some expert insights on the ins-and-outs of marketing your clinic online? This episode with...
Intrapreneurship, Being Values-Driven & Preventing Early Career Burnout
23 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the PPMP Podcast, Dave Jereb, the Founding Director of MoveAbout, joins the conversation to share his journey and insights as an Al...
Rerun: Better Understanding the Role of Allied Health Assistants
16 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tune into this rerun episode to hear Ben Turnbull discuss the secret resource that many Allied Health professionals don’t know about. Ben is the Fou...
Rerun: Is Your LinkedIn Optimised? Understanding the Value of LinkedIn
09 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What is your relationship with LinkedIn? How do you utilise the platform? This rerun episode is an exciting one as Cathy speaks with Adam Houlahan –...
Rerun: How A New Website Can Benefit Your Business
02 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When was the last time you looked over the website you use for your business? Perhaps it’s time for a refresh? Your website is like your shopfront, ...
Living a Legacy Every Day
25 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Instead of leaving a legacy, why don’t you think about living a legacy every day? To inspire everyone who lays their ears on this epi...
Expert Recruitment Insights for Allied Health Business Owners
18 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Fearful of recruitment? Unsure how to approach it in your business? Danielle Weedon and Clare Jones are here to help! Directors of MediRecruit, Daniel...
Redefining, Revisiting & Rethinking Your Values as an Allied Health Business Owner
11 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When was the last time you reviewed your business values? Do they truly align with what you want to represent? Here to help you understand how to navi...
Everything Allied Health Business Owners Need to Know About Customer Reviews
04 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever think about how reviews are such a high-value marketing tool for your business? Maybe you feel awkward about asking for reviews from your ...
Rerun: Learning From Your Bookkeeper
28 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Understanding all aspects of your finances is key to the successful running of any business, but it can be a major downfall for some. This and more is...
Mastering Productivity as an Allied Health Business Owner with Donna McGeorge
21 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve ever felt like your productivity levels are low, this episode is going to be a game-changer. Donna McGeorge – Keynote Speaker, Facilitat...
Understanding Human Behaviour at Work & What Makes Excellent Customer Service
14 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
She’s back! It’s always a huge pleasure having Cate Schreck on the podcast. Her insights into customer service and what makes customer service&nbs...
Building Team Culture & Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
07 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Here to share her adventure in the Allied Health business owner world is Jess Nyman, Occupational Therapist and Founding Director of Only About Kids. ...
Creating Safe Spaces and Empowering Others
30 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mishma Kumar-Jonson, CEO and Principal Social Worker of The Iceberg Foundation, joins PPMP to speak about their fast and furious seven to eight month ...
Embracing Your Entrepreneurial Spirit & Maintaining a Positive Reputation
23 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sara Balmer, Psychologist and Founding Director of Sara Balmer Psychology for Kids, brings her business journey to the podcast, walking us through her...
How to Appreciate Your Team & The Importance of a Supportive Environment
16 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Lisa Clark tunes into the podcast to share her business journey as an Occupational Therapist and the Founding Director of Splash Therapy. She explores...
Being Passionate, Having a Vision, And Energy vs. Time Management
09 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tricia Lerk joins us in the podcast to share her business story. An OT by trade, and a mother by nature, Tricia (or some would know her as Trish) is t...
The Retention Convention Masterclass
02 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tune into the latest solo episode with Cathy as she covers what you’ll learn at the latest Nacre Consulting’s masterclass (which is back by popula...
Unpacking Leadership Development – Adversity, Finding a Balance & Strategic Thinking
26 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Christine Khor joins the podcast to chat about leadership development as the Founder and Director of Peeplcoach. Peeplcoach offers coaching-led, on-de...
Creating Personal Routines for Energy Management and Sustainability
19 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This solo episode of Cathy invites you to have a major rethink of the way you approach your routines to support energy management and sustainability. ...
Making the Big Shift & Fostering Creativity in the Workplace
12 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week, I’m joined by Sarah Hausler – Director and Principal Occupational Therapist at Bloom Wellbeing. She shares her journey shifting from cl...
Rerun: The Value of Systems & How to Integrate Them
05 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If there was ever an unexpected page-turner of a book, it would have to be SYSTEMology by David Jenyns. He makes systems interesting and sim...
Cathy’s Current Favourite Reads for Every Business Owner
26 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Cathy is back with another Solo Episode, but this time things are a little different. Listen in as she walks you through her current favourite books t...
Rethinking the Term “Supervision” and the Problem with Modern Views on Self-Care
19 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Clinical Supervisor Natalie Jack joins the podcast for a wonderful discussion about her professional evolution, as well as the role of supervision in ...
Rerun: Building an Allied Health Team
12 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This Solo Episode features Cathy as she shares her thoughts on how to build a successful Allied Heath team. It’s a question that often excites her, ...
Learning the Intricacies of Building an Allied Health Business
05 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Starting One Stop Rehab in February 2022, Roxan Mina shares her journey as Head Physiotherapist and Practice Owner and the intricacies of running a st...
The Differences Between Leadership & Management – Learnings from a Team Leader
29 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Carly Macleay – Team Leader, Occupational Therapist, and Rehab Case Manager at Wise OT Solutions – joins the PPMP Podcast to discuss her role and ...
The Onboarding Operation Masterclass
22 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Cathy is back for a solo episode on the podcast, where this time she’s covering the exciting upcoming Masterclass, the Onboarding Operation: Su...
Embracing Technology in Allied Health Businesses
15 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
CEO and Founding Director of Theratrak and OT extraordinaire Laura Simmons is back on the podcast once more. You’ll hear her share quite a few thing...
Rerun: Barriers Preventing Allied Health Business Owners from Doing Things Differently
08 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week’s rerun is a wonderful episode with Chantelle Robards – Allied Health Subject Matter Specialist at Ernst & Young Global Consulting S...
Rerun: Rapid Growth, Working Remotely & Allied Health Trends
01 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week is a rerun of another great episode, this time around with Kate Hunter in Episode 229. Kate made her podcast debut in this episode, where sh...
Rerun: Fostering a Strong Team and Deconstructing Professional Resilience
25 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week is a rerun of a popular episode with Sarah Teoh – Director of Look Who’s Talking. She discusses team spirit and culture, sharing advice ...
Mental Health, Wellness & Self-Care – How Business Owners Can Make a Change
18 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join me for a cup-of-coffee kind of chat with this week’s guest, Dr. Linda Wilson. She’s a Stress Management Specialist and Practice Director, but...
The Importance of Having a Coach or Mentor as a Business Owner
11 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Kaye Frankcom – Author, Business Coach, Mentor, Approved Supervisor for psychologists in private practice, joins the podcast to share her wisdom on ...
Demystifying HR – Recruitment, Retention, Resignation & Finding a Balance as a Director
04 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Kerrie Canning, HR Specialist and Co-Founder and Director of HR Advice Online, tunes in for a packed podcast episode full of golden nuggets on HR that...
Business Planning for 2023 Brilliance
27 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ready for 2023 to be your best year yet? With so many interesting on-goings in the Allied Health industry, Founding Director of Nacre Consulting, Cath...
Knowledge Investment, Team Learnings, & Having a Self-Care Plan
20 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
From when she started her business to her learnings as a Founding Director, Jenny Gribbin from Driving Well Occupational Therapy tells all in this pod...
Forward Planning, Fostering Team Culture & Learning Leadership
13 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Founding Director of Speech Ease Speech Pathology and Certified Practising Speech Pathologist, Cheryl Ye, joins the podcast to share her story of beco...
Building Sustainable Allied Health Services for Rural Communities
06 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With 28% of Australians living in rural and remote areas, it’s clear that something more has to be done to support their needs. Edward Johnson, SARR...
Taking the Plunge & Growing a Business in the Midst of Difficult Times
30 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Michelle Moya, Director at Hop Skip Jump Occupational Therapy, talks us through her private practice adventure and how she took the plunge in the...
Masterclass: Strategies for Promoting Balance and Preventing Burnout
23 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ever heard the word, “burnout”? It’s a major topic of discussion in all industries, particularly after the past couple of years, and especially ...
The Importance of Supporting Graduates & Finding a Balance Between Clinical Work & the Business
16 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Principle Occupational Therapist and Owner of Verve OT, Sarah Collison, brings a little verve to the podcast this week to delve into a range...
Recruitment & Retention, Employee Value Propositions, and the Importance of Upskilling
09 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In one of the most value-packed episodes yet, I’m joined by Natasha Hawker, Managing Director at Employee Matters, as she shares endless tips, stati...
Team Culture, Building Leadership Teams & Diversifying Business Income
02 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hannah Dunn, Director and Principal OT at D.O.T.S. Occupational Therapy for Children, dials into this episode to discuss her learnings as a business o...
Finding Motivation and Recognising How Your Leadership Style Affects Your Team
25 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Occupational Therapist and Founding Director of Optimal Living Therapy, Lauren Hart, tunes into the podcast to share her adventure as a business owner...
Learning from Your Team, Facilitating Culture, and Growing as a Business Owner
18 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Founding Director of Kids Matters (or as she likes to call herself, the Principal) Vivienne Williams joins the podcast for an insight-packed episo...
Key Learnings & Confronting Moments as a Business Owner & the Possibilities of Telehealth
11 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Simone Dudley, Co-Founder of Therapy Connect, joins the podcast once again, and what an exciting thing it is to hear about the growth in just a few ye...
Mentoring Graduates & Allied Health Business Owners
04 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Alyce Svensk wears many hats – Allied Health Business Mentor, Clinical Supervisor, and Director of Sensational Start OT. This week, she joins the po...
Barriers Preventing Allied Health Business Owners from Doing Things Differently
28 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I’m joined by Chantelle Robards – Allied Health Subject Matter Specialist at Ernst & Young Global Consulting Services – to discuss seve...
Thriving in Adversity, Personal Wellness & Preventing Burnout as a Business Owner
21 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you looking after yourself as well as you should be? This week I’m joined by Jo Muirhead – Founder and CEO of Purple Co. You’ll hear Jo shar...
Understanding Climate Change & Carbon Neutral Strategies
14 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We’re going in-house this episode with our very own Process Documentation Officer here at Nacre Consulting – Ben Reich. As he is also studying Atm...
Measuring Performance & Success through Data
07 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I am yet to meet an allied health business owner who doesn’t want to understand their numbers better, have them all in one place, and know how to us...
Streamlining Your Systems – The Importance of Admin Support
31 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ever come out of a therapy session or meeting, only to check your phone or computer and be faced with 20 new emails? It’s one of the most stres...
Adjusting as a Business Owner & Changing the NDIS
24 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you could change anything about the NDIS right now, what would it be?This week’s guest on the PPMP Podcast is none other than Kerri Weaver – Ow...
Shifting Your Money Mindset
17 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What is your definition of wealth? For me, wealth is a form of energy. It has to move through you, your business, and around the planet, and it’...
Practice Managers Academy is back!
10 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Does your practice manager have the skills and support they need to really flourish? After plenty of research, we’ve uncovered that there are m...
How to Know When It’s Time to Sell Up (Or Not)
03 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ever thought about selling your business? Or looking to explore the concept a little further?Here to give you the opportunity to dip your toes into th...
Embracing Innovation & The Future of Tech Therapy
26 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How do you feel when you hear about the future of therapy? Does the idea of new, innovative tech scare you? Here to calm your fears this week is ...
How to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint and Go Carbon Neutral in Your Organisation
19 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Carbon neutral – what does it mean and why should all businesses be moving towards it? This week we’re doing things a little differently and ...
The Employee Satisfaction Loop and Learnings from the Pandemic
12 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week I’ve got the absolute pleasure of speaking with the Managing Director Team from Everyday Independence – Ingrid Cole, Mal Healey and...
Webinars facelift – All NEW Masterclasses for 2022!
05 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How are you making sure you’re constantly improving? For us at Nacre Consulting, we’re putting ourselves under the microscope on a pretty con...
The Value of Systems & How to Integrate Them
29 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Good systems are your ticket to freedom. Here to ignite your inner systems-flame is none other than David Jenyns - Author of SYSTEMology and Chief Vis...
Knowing Your “Why” and The Power of Being Vulnerable
22 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What is your “why”? In other words, why do you do what you do?This certainly isn’t the first time I’ve posed this question to you, but there’...
Fostering a Strong Team and Deconstructing Professional Resilience
15 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How would you define professional resilience? Is it something you’ve ever thought about and how it affects your role? Here to discuss all-thing...
Rapid Growth, Working Remotely & Allied Health Trends
08 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever wished you could get a bird’s-eye perspective on the allied health industry as a whole? Do you think about whether other business owne...
Managing Fear & Staying Prepared Legally as a Business Owner
01 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you someone that feels scared or intimidated by the thought of getting legal advice? You’re certainly not alone, but perhaps it’s time to chan...
Staying Motivated & Learning From Experiences
24 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Can you remember the exact moment you decided to start your own business? This episode, I get to speak with the wonderful Bronwyn Gell - Oc...
Practice and Case Management Made Easy for Allied Health Business Owners
17 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What would you say is your biggest pain point when it comes to practice management? When was the last time you reviewed your systems? Here ...
Forming Strong Networks & Building a Leadership Team
10 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hearing about the clinician-to-practice-manager journey will never get old. You can learn so much from someone’s personal experience, no matter if t...
Sustainability, Leadership, and the Human Element of Business
03 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Too often, many of us can forget the human side to business. We are humans first, before anything else, and it’s so important to always remember tha...
Getting Organised to Expand Your Business
27 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
“I’m too disorganised to get a VA.” “I’m too busy.” “Our business is too small.” Any of these sound familia...
Accelerating Leadership Skills & Confidence from Clinician to CEO
20 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How would your team members describe you as a leader?This week we’re focusing on all-things leadership, with Kathryn Torney joining me for this wond...
Overcoming Underestimating & Managing Rapid Growth
13 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When you first embarked on your venture as an allied health business owner, what can you look back on and realised you underestimated about the proces...
Facilitating Change & Improving Mindset
06 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In another one of our “Where Are They Now” episodes, I’m excited to say we’ve got Emily Hayles from Move and Play Paediatric Therapy back on t...
Boosting Team Culture for Business Performance
27 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How is your business culture? Is it better than usual? Perhaps a little fatigued? I’ve been asked quite a bit lately about culture and th...
Business Journeys, Mentors & Learning Along the Way
20 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It’s time to switch things up! This week’s episode is flipped on its head with an interview with Cathy Love. Nataleigh Elzein, our very own Market...
Rerun: Ingrid Moyle Interview – Securing Your Online Home
13 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Websites are homes of businesses online. And as we do in our real homes, we need to also secure our online homes. It’s one thing that we sometimes f...
Rerun: Allison Joyce Interview: Falling In Love With The Numbers Of Your Business
06 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Knowing your numbers is essential for running a successful business but it seems many allied health business owners don’t know how to manage their b...
Rerun: Donna McGeorge Interview – Approaching Work & Life 2 Hours at a Time
30 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How do you approach your day at work? Do you plan everything or do you work as you go? Donna McGeorge, author of The First 2 Hours - the book I’ve b...
How Do You Measure Progress? The Allied Health Biz Quiz
23 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever get the sinking feeling that so many other businesses around you are growing and growing? Like larger organisations are getting larger by ...
How a New Website Can Benefit Your Business
16 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When did you last look over your business website? Is it as up to date as it should be? Or could it really use some much-needed importance? In th...
Exploring How to Overcome Imposter Syndrome
09 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
When I say, “Imposter Syndrome”, what is the first thing that comes to your mind? This is such a fascinating subject, and one that I’m keen...
Rerun: The Importance of Psychological Safety in the Workplace
02 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The idea of psychological safety in a company, big or small, is such a vital component for the business and its employees to thrive. It is the number ...