The Financially Intelligent Physician with David Norris, MD, MBA

Ep 52 - Avoid this one thing in your negotiations

Mon, 01 Aug 2022 03:24:00 -0300

A BATNA is a tool that will hurt you more than you realize. In this episode, we talk about how a BATNA weakens your position.

Ep 51 - Pick the Right Goals So You Can Succeed

Mon, 04 Oct 2021 01:18:00 -0300

In this episode we will discuss how you can pick the goals that will lead to your success.

Ep 50 - Focus on these things before you focus on profit

Mon, 27 Sep 2021 01:35:00 -0300

In this episode we will talk about three areas you need to focus on before you worrying about profit.

Ep 49 - A Guide to Clear Communication

Mon, 20 Sep 2021 01:32:00 -0300

In this episode, we will talk about the tools I use to ensure I effectively communicate with those I lead.

Ep 48 - How to Fight Groupthink

Mon, 13 Sep 2021 01:21:00 -0300

In the episode, we will talk about the risk factors for groupthink and what you can do to combat it in your organizaiton.

Ep 47 - How to Have Understanding by Avoiding Assumptions

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 01:04:00 -0300

When we lead or negotiate, assumptions will often get us in trouble. In this episode, we will talk about what you can do to avoid making assumptions.

Ep 46 - Traits to look for in a business partner

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 01:02:00 -0300

Picking a business partner is one of the most important decisions you'll make. In this episode, we will look at some traits you will need to consider before you join forces with anyone.

Ep 45 - Leading Change

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 02:01:00 -0300

Here are a few tips to help you lead change in your organization.

Ep 44 - Understanding Your Blindspots in a Negotiation

Mon, 16 Aug 2021 02:30:00 -0300

In this episode, we will talk about how your personality style has a few blind spots that can hurt you at the negotiation table.

Ep 43 - Six questions of acquisition

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 01:44:00 -0300

In this episode, we will look at six questions you should ask yourself before you acquire the other business.

Ep 42 - The most important negotiation you will have

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 01:43:00 -0300

In this episode, we will discuss the most important negotiation you will have - the internal negotiation.

Ep 41 - WIthout this, leading is almost impossible

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 00:23:00 -0300

In this episode, we will talk about the single most important character trait you need to be a good leader.

Ep 40 - How to handle the problem employee

Mon, 19 Jul 2021 01:22:00 -0300

In this episode, we will talk about ten tips for dealing with a troublesome employee.

Ep 39 - Good Leaders Can Say I Was Wrong

Mon, 12 Jul 2021 02:57:00 -0300

In this episode, we will discuss one of the important characteristics of a good leader - humility.

Ep 38 - Don't Drift in Your Leadership

Mon, 05 Jul 2021 02:30:00 -0300

In this episode, we will talk about what you can do to stop drifting in your leadership and how you can be proactive.

Ep 37 - Questions to Ask Before You Sell Your Practice

Mon, 28 Jun 2021 02:28:00 -0300

In this episode, we will look at some things you need to do before you think about selling your practice.

Ep 36 - Questions to Ask as You Improve Any Process

Mon, 14 Jun 2021 03:01:00 -0300

Before you try to improve any process in your practice, start by asking these seven questions to ensure you'll succeed.

Ep 35 - Five Steps to Making the Right Hire

Mon, 07 Jun 2021 04:35:00 -0300

Learn the five steps to making the right hire the first time.

Ep 34 - Practical Steps to Implement Change

Mon, 31 May 2021 04:34:00 -0300

In this episode, we discuss three simple steps to implementing change.

Ep 33 - The Effects Your Bottlenecks Have on Your Patients

Mon, 24 May 2021 03:08:00 -0300

In this episode, we discuss how waiting for you impacts your patient's perception of the quality of care you deliver. We also talk about a few things you can do to positively change their perception of the time they spent waiting for you.

Ep 32 - Behaviors That Will Improve Your Negotiations

Mon, 17 May 2021 02:06:00 -0300

In this episode, we discuss a number of important behaviors that will improve the outcomes of your negotiations.

Ep 31 - Qualities of an Effective Leader

Mon, 10 May 2021 03:05:00 -0300

In this episode, I share some of the most powerful leadership pearls of wisdom I've learned over the years.

Ep 30 - Ten Questions to Ask Before You Attempt to Communicate

Mon, 03 May 2021 01:04:00 -0300

Communication is critical for any leader. In this episode, we cover ten questions you should ask yourself before you attempt to communicate with those you lead.

Ep 29 - Make It Easy for Your Patients

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 00:24:00 -0300

Patients may like or even love you, but that won't guarantee they will stay with you. In this episode, we discuss what you can do to make it easy for your patients.

Ep 28 - These Two Things Will Kill Your Negotiations Every Time

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 00:11:00 -0300

In this episode we will examine two things we all do that can hurt us in a negotiation.

Ep 27 - Four Fundamental Components of a Quality Service

Mon, 12 Apr 2021 00:12:00 -0300

Quality service has four fundamental components. We will examine what those four pieces are in this episode.

Ep26 - How to Keep Yourself Safe in Any Negotiation

Mon, 05 Apr 2021 00:59:00 -0300

In this episode we will discuss how you can make safe decisions at the negotiation table.

Ep 25 - Don't let fear hold your back

Mon, 29 Mar 2021 01:02:00 -0300

Being a leader or business owner can be stressful, yet very rewarding. Don't let fear hold you back from reaching your potential.

Ep 24 -Employed practice - is it really easier?

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 01:56:00 -0300

In this episode we will look at the differences between owning your practice or being an employed physician.

Ep 23 - The Profitability Aspect of Patient Care

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 01:52:00 -0300

In this episode we will discuss the importance of profit and all that it provides to your practice.

Ep 22- Tips for Leading While Under Stress

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 01:50:00 -0400

In this episode, we will discuss ways you can lead while under stress.

Ep 21 - Improve Patient Satisfaction with Employee Satifaction

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 02:49:00 -0400

In this episode, we will examine how employee satisfaction impacts patient satisfaction.

Ep 20 - The Performance Element of Exemplary Patient Care

Mon, 22 Feb 2021 03:45:00 -0400

In this episode, we will discuss some the performance aspect of exemplary patient care.

Ep 19 - Financial Warnings Signs

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 04:08:00 -0400

In this episode, we examine some warnings of financial distress.

Ep 18 - The People Element

Mon, 08 Feb 2021 04:06:00 -0400

In this episode, we examine perhaps one of the most important elements of a thriving practice - your people

Ep 17 - Understanding the Capital Structure of Your Practice

Mon, 01 Feb 2021 04:04:00 -0400

In this episode, we examine the different ways you can structure the capital of your business

Ep16 - Transitioning change and surviving the turbulence

Tue, 26 Jan 2021 05:00:00 -0400

Taking some lessons from my pilot training, we will examine what leaders need to do to guide their organizations through the turbulent times of change.

Ep 15 - You can't lead when you're burned out

Tue, 19 Jan 2021 05:00:00 -0400

In this episode, we will talk about some signs and symptoms of burnout. Hopefully, you will be able to answer no to many of these questions.

Ep 14 - Effective Change Management

Tue, 12 Jan 2021 05:00:00 -0400

In this episode, we will discuss six things you can do to make your change implementation more effective.

Ep 13 - Leading During a Crisis

Tue, 05 Jan 2021 05:00:00 -0400

Applying lessons I've learned in my medical and aviation training over the years, we will discuss what a good leader does in times of crisis.

Ep 12 - How I Set Goals and Objectives

Tue, 29 Dec 2020 00:00:00 -0400

Just in the time for the new year, I'll share how I set goals and objectives and grow each year.

Ep 11 -Want vs Need in a Negotiation

Tue, 22 Dec 2020 05:00:00 -0400

In this episode, we will discuss the difference between a want and a need as well as the impact they have on the outcome of a negotiation.

Ep 10 - A Guide to Financial Decision Making

Tue, 15 Dec 2020 05:00:00 -0400

In this episode, we'll look at some things you will want to consider as you make financial decisions in your business.

Ep 9 - Simple Ways to Ward Off a Lawsuit

Tue, 08 Dec 2020 05:00:00 -0400

In this episode, I share what my good friend, a medical malpractice defense attorney, has to say about warding off potential lawsuits.

Ep 8 - The Keys to a Successful Negotiation

Tue, 01 Dec 2020 05:00:00 -0400

In this episode, we examine what you need to succeed in any negotiation.

Ep 7 - Understanding Your Costs

Mon, 23 Nov 2020 08:23:00 -0400

In this episode, we discuss the different types of costs and some quick ways to figure out what your costs are.

Ep 6 - Don't Waste Your Tuition

Tue, 17 Nov 2020 05:00:00 -0400

Here are some tips you can use to maximize your personal growth after mistakes have occurred.

Ep 5 - Preventing fraud in your practice

Mon, 09 Nov 2020 05:00:00 -0400

Learn how you can prevent and detect fraud in your back office.

Ep 4 - Plan the Love

Mon, 02 Nov 2020 05:00:00 -0400

Patient satisfaction doesn't just happen. You must design and plan your office systems to achieve high patient satisfaction outcomes.

Ep 3 - Emotions Can Be Dangerous in a Negotiation

Tue, 27 Oct 2020 05:00:00 -0300

Learn how your emotions can harm you in a negotiation.

Ep 2 - Five Financial Ratios to Know about Your Practice

Tue, 20 Oct 2020 05:00:00 -0300

In this episode we will discuss five important financial ratios you need to know to determine the health of your practice.

Ep 1 - Four Things Leaders Do

Thu, 15 Oct 2020 10:15:21 -0300

In this episode, we will learn about four things leaders do.