Taking the Leap: Sacrifices and Success in Entrepreneurship with Zach Pevnick

Ever wondered how culture and movement impact the success of a company? Ready to uncover the secrets to business success and looking for fresh marketing strategies for home health and outpatient clinics?   In this Healthcare Hacks and Connections episode, Nate Navas invites Zach Pevnick. Zach Pevnick is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who has been active in the home health sector for over 10 years. He owns a home health therapy company throughout Southern California and has recently started Home Health Leaders which is an educational company teaching therapists how to be successful in home health. They delve into the keys to business success, emphasizing the importance of understanding one's "deep why" and persevering in the face of adversity. Zach shares insights from the book "Think and Grow Rich," focusing on a story about perseverance leading to success. They discussed the importance of creating a strong culture and movement within a company, citing an insurance company's success in doing so.   Furthermore, Zach underscores the irreplaceable nature of culture and movement, especially in the face of potential AI advancements. He recounts a personal journey of realizing the importance of culture and overcoming challenges in a remote workforce. Additionally, he reveals the impact of handwritten notes and personal connections on business growth, showcasing examples of successful marketing campaigns through traditional methods. Overall, this episode stressed the enduring importance of knowing one's purpose, fostering a positive culture, and leveraging personal connections for long-term success in business.   In this episode, they will touch on such topics as:Healthcare Marketing Focus: New marketing strategies for home health and outpatient clinics, highlighting key differences.Podcasting and Sales in Home Healthcare: Importance of podcast interviews for referrals, ethical sales skills, and achieving agency sign-ups consistently.Effective Sales for Home Health Agencies: Cold calling tips, overcoming challenges, and targeting the right audience without taking rejection personally.Business Growth Follow-up Strategies: Proactive problem-solving for excellent client service, emphasizing the importance of follow-up with a personal missed opportunity story.Challenges in Therapist Compensation: Discussion on low reimbursement rates for therapists in outpatient settings, frustration with per-patient compensation, and issues with reimbursement systems.Therapist Salaries and Negotiation: Exploration of imposter syndrome, lack of pay raises, and negotiation strategies, emphasizing the value of unique skills beyond clinical expertise.Pricing and Value for Business Owners: Leveraging marketing for lead generation in physical therapy, increasing prices, and maintaining full classes while recognizing one's worth.   Hack: “The movement and the culture are irreplaceable. I think it's an important part that every company that wants to be successful needs to make sure they focus on.” - Zach Pevnick   Connect with Zach: If you're a PT, OT, or Assistant ready to make 6-figures AND have more time to spend with friends and family, click the link to join his Home Health Accelerator Program. Only 2 Spots remain so act fast! https://www.homehealthleaders.com/hha Socials:  Instagram: @zachpevnickpt Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/homehealthleaders   Reach out to Me: Instagram: @thepodcast_doc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nate.navas Take your podcast to the next level and book a call with me here: https://calendly.com/podcast-strategist/60min