LEAD: Hire, Manage, and Build Your Private Practice Team

LEAD: Hire, Manage, and Build Your Private Practice Team

From Pursuing Private Practice by Jennifer McGurk

July 29, 2025 · 23 min · Season 3 · Episode 17

About this episode

This episode discusses the LEAD stage of business, focusing on hiring and leading a team for dietitians.

Welcome to the Pursuing Private Practice podcast! Join Jennifer McGurk, CEO of Pursuing Private Practice, and team member Courtney Vickery, CEO of Declet Designs, to talk about the LEAD stage of business. This stage is focused on the importance of hiring and leading a team. Hear insights on how dietitians can step into leadership roles, overcome the fear of hiring, and build a sustainable business. Whether you already have a team, are ready to hire, or may want to hire in the future, this episode is for you. Introduction to the LEAD Stage: Learn why hiring is essential for expanding your business without compromising self-care and boundaries. New Resources for Hiring and Leading: Discover a free guide and upcoming Team Toolkit to assist in the hiring and leadership process. Challenges and Solutions in the LEAD Stage: Explore common fears in hiring and strategies for building a strong company culture. Combining Business School and the EXPAND Curriculum: The new Business School Mastermind will support dietitians in the LEAD stage of business as well as dietitians starting and growing. Celebrating Success in the LEAD Stage: Emphasize the importance of focusing on your strengths and…

People in this episode

Host: Jennifer McGurk

Guest: Courtney Vickery

Topics covered

  • hiring
  • leadership
  • team building
  • business sustainability
  • dietitians

Keywords

  • hiring
  • leadership
  • dietitians
  • business growth
  • team culture

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Pursuing Private Practice, Declet Designs

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