Clinic Growth Secrets: Lindsay Kirby on Profit, Passion, and Patient Impact

In this dynamic episode, Chris Himel sits with entrepreneur Emma to unpack the real story behind launching and scaling a wellness studio. From building her business from the ground up to navigating cash flow, client retention, and burnout, Emma shares the unfiltered truth about what it takes to succeed in the health and fitness industry. Chris and Emma dive into the strategies that helped her grow her studio to profitability in under a year, including the turning point that led her to hire a business coach and the marketing moves that made a difference. They also explore the emotional and mental toll of entrepreneurship, the importance of customer service, and why building community is the secret weapon in business success. Whether you’re starting a business or scaling an existing one, this episode offers powerful takeaways and honest insights that will inspire you to take action and grow with purpose.

What if healing could come from sound? In this episode of Bio’s Brightest, I sat down with John Bamber—co-founder of WAVwatch and one of the most genuine innovators I’ve met. His story is wild: his mom invented a frequency-based watch that’s now transforming how we approach pain, sleep, anxiety, detoxing, and more. We talk about: → The science behind sound frequencies and healing → The woman whose tremors disappeared in 3 minutes → Real-world clinical results (including a heavy metals detox retest!) → How clinics can use WaveWatch as a powerful new revenue stream → The future of non-invasive, frequency-based therapy This one’s part heart, part science, and packed with moments that will challenge how you think about wellness.

What if your clinic’s biggest asset isn’t a modality or marketing tactic, but you? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Sean Drake, founder of Biomakers Haven and a trusted practitioner to some of the world’s top athletes. Sean’s clinic isn’t built on sales funnels or ad spend — it’s built on presence, purpose, and radical personalization. We dive deep into how he built a fully referral-based practice, what it means to meet patients where they are, and why your nervous system (and theirs) is the most important in the room. If you’ve ever wondered how to turn your clinic into a sanctuary — one that creates real transformation — this episode will shake up how you think about healing, leadership, and running a high-impact business. Whether you're a new clinic owner or a seasoned operator, this is the heart-led blueprint that changes everything.  

If you’ve ever looked at your clinic’s front desk and thought, “They could be doing so much more,” you’re not alone. Most front desk teams aren’t trained to sell — and honestly, the word “sales” probably makes them cringe. This episode is about changing that, not with sleazy scripts, but with simple mindset shifts that help your staff connect with patients and confidently guide them toward care. I'm Chris Himel and I work hand-by-hand with hundreds of clinics on this very thing. I'm sharing exactly what I tell them — how to build real rapport, uncover what’s actually driving a patient’s pain, and have conversations that feel natural but lead to more booked services. If your team cares deeply about people but struggles to close, this will change the game for your clinic — and for the patients you’re here to serve.

For years, Dave Korsunsky worked in big tech, analyzing massive datasets to optimize performance. But when he turned that same analytical mindset toward his own health, he realized a shocking truth — most people, including doctors, were flying blind. Blood tests, wearables, and other health metrics held the answers, yet they were scattered across PDFs, patient portals, and outdated systems. The problem wasn’t a lack of data—it was the inability to make sense of it. In this episode, Dave shares how he built Heads Up, a platform designed to give people and clinics real-time insights into their health. We dive into why tracking your health data is the key to making real, measurable progress — and how it can reveal what’s actually working (or not). Whether you're a clinic owner or just someone who wants to optimize your body and mind, this conversation will change the way you think about health forever.

Joining us on Bio’s Brightest today is someone who’s unlocked the fountain of youth—Natalia Naila. She’s amassed a huge social following by sharing her journey with longevity and biohacking, and now she’s telling us everything she’s learned! From reversing her biological age to hacking her sleep, energy, and skin, Natalia has tried it all—so you don’t have to. In this episode, she spills the secrets behind the most powerful anti-aging protocols, including peptides, plasma exchange, and even the “sexy shot” (yes, really). Whether you want to boost your vitality, slow down aging, or just glow like never before, Natalia’s insights will change the way you think about health.  

Roudy Nassif spent years struggling with exhaustion, brain fog, and insomnia — despite trying every diet, supplement, and wellness hack out there. As an engineer, he searched for solutions, but nothing worked. It wasn’t until a chance experience living completely off the grid — free from artificial light — that everything changed. Within days, his energy skyrocketed, his sleep deepened, and his mind cleared. That’s when he realized the modern world’s biggest hidden problem: artificial light was silently wrecking his health. In this eye-opening episode, Roudy reveals the science behind how artificial light hijacks your sleep, drains your energy, and disrupts your brain — without you even realizing it. But more importantly, he shares the simple fix that transformed his life and has helped thousands of others do the same. If you’re tired of feeling tired, this conversation could be THE breakthrough you’ve been waiting for.

When Spring Lane started her clinic, she saw firsthand how broken the traditional healthcare model was — patients struggling to get care, doctors overwhelmed by insurance red tape, and a system that prioritized billing codes over real wellness. Instead of following the standard path, she built a direct primary care (DPC) practice where patients pay a simple membership fee for unlimited access. No insurance. No rushed visits. Just real, personalized care.  In this episode, Spring shares how this model not only gives patients better outcomes but also allows clinic owners to break free from the financial and operational headaches of insurance-based care. Spring gets candid about the challenges she faced, from unlearning the traditional healthcare mindset to structuring her membership model in a way that truly serves her patients. She reveals why business owners — who pay 60% of healthcare costs for their employees — are the key to disrupting the industry and why DPC clinics see an average 20% reduction in total healthcare costs. If you're tired of fighting with insurance companies and want to build a thriving, patient-focused clinic, Spring’s story is MUST-HEAR!

Lindsay Kirby didn’t plan on becoming a business owner. Raised on a farm and trained as a nurse, she followed a traditional path — until her own wellness journey led her to discover red light therapy. In 2016, driven by curiosity and passion, she opened her first wellness clinic in Tri-Cities, Washington. People thought she was crazy. Red light therapy wasn’t mainstream, and the idea of building a business around it seemed risky. Yet Lindsay had a talent for spotting trends before they took off. Her business doubled revenue year after year, but behind the scenes, she was burned out, overwhelmed, and wondering why there was no profit left at the end of each month. It wasn’t until she hit a breaking point that she realized growth without strategy wasn’t sustainable. In this revealing interview, Lindsay shares how she turned things around by getting in the right rooms, hiring mentors, and embracing her role as a visionary. She breaks down the mistakes that nearly sank her business — overinvesting in trendy equipment, hiring based on feelings, and undervaluing services—and explains how refocusing on the right data and patient outcomes changed everything. From practical tips on separating services for profitability to strategies for building trust and driving results, Lindsay offers a blueprint for clinic owners ready to grow smarter, not just bigger.

What separates the top 1% of entrepreneurs from everyone else? In this powerful episode, we sit down with Chris Patterson, Zig Ziglar’s protégé, to uncover the mindset shifts that lead to unstoppable success. Chris shares his personal journey from struggling entrepreneur to building multiple successful businesses, coaching high achievers, and helping others reprogram their thinking for massive breakthroughs. For my clinic owners, this conversation will challenge your beliefs, inspire action, and give you a roadmap to success. Chris dives deep into the Quantum Leap Mindset, the proven formula for overcoming fear, eliminating self-doubt, and accelerating your results. We explore the power of coaching, the key to sustainable entrepreneurship, and why mindset is the ultimate game-changer in business and life. If you're tired of spinning your wheels and ready to think, act, and win like the top 1%, don’t miss this episode—your future success depends on it.