Explain The Three Steps Of Practice Growth

1. What are the three steps, in order of occurrence, of practice growth and why is management last, not first?

The steps of practice growth are first, you must grow and determine who you are because your practice will replicate who you are. Secondly, you will probably change as you grow and develop in your professional world, and as you change, your practice should change and cultivate to who you are. Third, the management systems must fit the practice you have, because the management systems will not change to who you are. When launching a practice, growth will not happen overnight, however, you should have a solid idea of what you want your practice to become. Do you want your practice to be a practice that serves a small clientele or
As a leader there are many times you are faced with getting people to buy into what you are selling. To get people to buy into your vision, you must have a well-defined vision and believe in it with your entire being. I have found myself in many situations where I had to convince people that my vision could become reality and that through our efforts a difference could be made. While in high school, I was captain of my cheer team and I felt that this visible platform should be used for a greater good than just cheering on our team. My grandmother was diagnosed with breast cancer my junior year and I decided that I wanted to get people my age to become more conscious about health issues that plagued families. No one understands the struggle families go through unless they live it, or are exposed to situations that allow them to have a front row seat to the struggle. Anyone knows that getting ONE teenager to put down their phones, and become involved in a cause is not the easiest task. Now, imagine getting an entire student body or community involved. It may seem impossible; however, this became my mission. I began speaking at community groups, with community leaders, and everyone in my school. I started with my cheer coach, team and principal and got them to buy into the idea that we could make a difference and highlight this terrible disease that not only plagued my family, but was a
Optimal health is the goal and chiropractic care from birth can help a person live the life intended for them.

5. What are the three critical factors in analyzing the growth potential of a practice?

• Focus-Focusing on the person you want to become is one of the most important aspects life in general and of chiropractic care. Focus on what is your purpose, you mission in life, and what your personal goals are for yourself and your practice.
• Intent- Intent is defined as a “determined and purposeful state of mind accompanying an act”. Intent is essential to do what you want for your life and practice, while determining what you are looking to accomplish or attain.
• Systems- Systems are crucial to a practice. How you manage your office is a direct reflection of you, your practice, and how you are seen in your community. Systems must be in place for marketing to bring new patients, training for staff members, customer service, and your commitment to