The Aaron LeBauer Show

Are you making as much money as you could be as a PT? Right out of grad school, Brandon Smith worked for a company that preyed on new physical therapists. It was only after he pushed himself and developed his own system of income that he start making over $100k per year. In today’s episode, Brandon shares how to do the things that “won’t fly” in PT school, what to do if your clinic is doing things you don’t agree with, and other expert advice for making more money in PT...

When Dave Barouche came to America to practice PT, he found that there were too many “rules” that got in the way of client results. What did he do about it? In today’s episode, Dave shares his journey from salaried employee to self-employed cash PT who makes his own rules. He offers can’t-miss advice on making a website that will attract clients, and explains how he developed his side hustle, the Calf Pro. You’ll also hear how to tell good ideas from bad ones, so be sure to tune in...

How are you handling COVID-19 in your business? In this episode, Aaron shares his tips for moving forward by leaps and bounds, no matter what else is going on. He discusses how to create an action plan and the #1 marketing tip that’s working right now. Learn how the current situation is more like tennis than golf, and where your focus should be while playing the long game. Tune in and get ready to take action now with a few simple steps to keep your PT business rolling with the punches...

Aaron's guest Matt Zanis overcame $30,000 in student debt. How did he do it? He got out there and sought new information. He then created a provider course that combined philosophies of physical therapy. A good physical therapist builds trust with their client, and meets clients where they are at. See your clients as a whole person, not just an x-ray. Matt and Aaron also talk about their time with college athletes, quarantine hair, and beer...

Don’t believe that people will pay you for what you’re good at? This episode will change your mind. Speaker and coach Vanessa Ortali joins Aaron to talk about money mindset and networking. Along with being a serial entrepreneur and mindset expert, Vanessa also runs The Ladies Community, a group helping successful women find each other and connect. Today, she’s sharing her tips for networking and building a business around your life...

After growing up in his dad’s gym and receiving physical therapy for sports-related injuries, Zach Harmon knew the movement world had something valuable to offer him. Though initially resistant to starting his own business, Zach found the hands-on nature of treating patients independently as the only path forward...

Can students start a business without having several years of experience? Today’s guest did, and he’s here to share how you can, too. Dr. CJ Depalma is the owner of The Movement Dr., a cash-based physical therapy clinic that specializes in pain management and rehabilitation through a unique approach that joins education and movement. He joins Aaron to chat about why he started The Movement Dr...

Have you ever experienced an uncomfortable situation when you ask your patients several questions during a treatment session? Today’s guest talks about the power of asking questions. Antony Lo has a degree in Physiotherapy, a Masters in Physiotherapy, and took part in the Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Specialisation training program. He currently focuses on his Specialisation Training Program and continues to develop educational courses for health professionals and the general public...

With the quarantine, physical therapists are transitioning from in-clinic sessions to seeing their clients online through telehealth. Today’s guest joins Aaron and talks about his own process of switching over. Dave O’Sullivan is the current England Rugby League Head Physiotherapist and is the clinical director of ProSport Physiotherapy...

From runner to powerlifter to physical therapist, Kaitlin Herzog is used to adapting to new challenges. She joins Aaron in today’s episode to talk about their transition from manual physical therapy to telehealth visits due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Kaitlin shares how she treats patients through video visits and how the clinic maintains clients even though they are not coming in for therapy...