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Posting more isn’t a growth strategy. Kylie Williams joins us to break down why “marketing to patients” on social media is getting harder, and why the clinics that win are the ones building culture that therapists actually want to be part of. We talk retention, autonomy, flexibility, benefits that matter, and a simple “side quest” approach to content that does not derail clinical excellence.
Kylie is a healthcare professional with 8+ years of experience in physical therapy as a PTA. Now in a non-clinical role, she focuses on industry market analysis and storytelling to help private practices grow, adapt, and stay strong in a change healthcare landscape.
Key Topics:
-Social media's impact on private practice growth
-Creating a strong clinic culture to reduce turnover
-Innovative marketing strategies for healthcare providers
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Kylie Williams
01:36 The Importance of Culture in Physical Therapy
05:05 Defining and Building a Positive Work Culture
09:29 Targeting the Right Audience for Recruitment
18:15 First Principles for Engaging New Clinicians
23:07 The Impact of Social Media on Attention Spans
23:40 Balancing Attention and Depth in Learning
25:20 Navigating the Attention Economy
26:10 Attracting Talent in a Digital Age
27:04 Creating Value in Social Media Content
28:27 The Challenge of Teaching Value in Social Media
30:18 Connecting Social Media to Business Success
32:12 Investing in Marketing Education for Therapists
34:03 Finding Balance in Clinical and Promotional Roles
37:15 The Role of Influencers in Modern Careers
39:07 Empowering Clinicians to Pursue Side Projects
40:47 The Importance of Agency in Clinical Roles
42:36 Shifting Paradigms in Therapy Business Models
44:40 Embracing Creativity and Optimism in Therapy
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