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KDR Team • July 13, 2023

You Should Work ON Your Business as Well as IN Your Business

Hey friends, we are big believers in healthcare providers not just working in their practice, but also working ON your practice. What does that even mean?! We’re glad you asked. The phrase "you can't just work in your practice, you have to work on your practice" refers to the idea that, as a medical provider and owner of a practice, you need to balance your day-to-day responsibilities of providing medical care with the strategic and operational aspects of running a successful business. We know from experience that trying to be all things to all the people is a recipe for burnout and overwhelm. 


Simply working in your practice and providing medical care to patients is not enough to ensure long-term success. You also need to take the time away from the exam room to work on your practice, to assess your operations, to identify areas for improvement, to develop strategies for growth, and to implement changes that will drive success. This requires a commitment to ongoing self-improvement and to continually improving the operations and performance of your practice and team. 


If I put in the work, what benefits will I see? Great question!


  • Increase profitability: By working on your business, you can identify inefficiencies, streamline processes, and optimize operations, all of which can lead to increased profitability.


  • Improve patient experience: By focusing on the overall operations of your practice, you can create a more seamless and enjoyable experience for your patients, which will improve patient satisfaction and help you to retain more patients over time.


  • Attract and retain top talent: A well-run practice that focuses on its employees will be more attractive to top talent, and will help to retain employees who are motivated and engaged.


  • Position for growth: By working on your business, you can identify areas for growth, develop a strategic plan, and take the steps necessary to scale your practice and increase revenue.


  • Ensure long-term success: By working on your business, you can ensure its long-term success by identifying areas for improvement, taking a proactive approach to problem-solving, and implementing changes that will drive success.


In short, by working on your business, you will be better equipped to achieve your goals, to provide a better experience for your patients, and to build a thriving and successful practice. So, if you are a healthcare provider who owns your practice, and want to take the time to work on your business, contact KDR Solutions today!

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