EP 66: What It Takes to Build a Practice Bigger Than You

In this episode, Jay talks with Dr. Steven Pilipovich about building a practice with long-term vision and intentional leadership. From solo practitioner to multi-practice owner, Dr. Pilipovich shares what it takes to grow sustainably, invest in people, and create a practice designed to last.

What does it really mean to lead—and how does leadership set the ceiling on everything you build?  In this special episode of The Private Practice Playbook, PGI founder Jay Geier sits down with Coach Deion Sanders for a live conversation at the Practice Growth Summit. Coach Prime shares powerful insights on discipline, confidence, preparation, and setting the standard as a leader.  Motivating, challenging, and timely—this episode is a must-listen for practice owners who want to raise the bar for their business and themselves. 

In today’s episode, Jay opens with a simple — but confronting — question: “If I say I’m going to do it… does it actually happen?” From giving yourself real grace, to breaking old patterns, to stepping fully into leadership, this conversation pulls you out of default mode and into intentional growth. If you want clarity, confidence, and momentum heading into 2026, this is the reset you didn’t even know you needed.

The holidays are here — and for most people, that means slowing down. But for top-performing practice owners, this is the time to finish strong. In this week’s Private Practice Playbook, Jay shares how to turn year-end fatigue into fuel for growth — with three actionable steps every doctor should take before December 31.

If you’re constantly frustrated with your team, you’re not alone. Most doctors face the same cycle of stress, unmet expectations, and daily firefighting — but it doesn’t have to stay that way. In this episode, Jay Geier unpacks five key barriers to growth that stem from your “human capital” — the people who make your practice run. From mindset shifts to accountability and compensation, Jay shares practical steps you can take to strengthen your team, restore control, and make your practice easier to run — not harder.

Ten years from now, you’ll be older — that’s guaranteed. The question is: will you be further ahead? In this episode, Jay Geier challenges you to stop living on autopilot and start designing the next decade on purpose. One simple mindset shift today can completely change where you end up.

How do you make every year your best year ever—not by accident, but by design? In this episode, Jay breaks down the formulas, priorities, and mindset shifts that allow practice owners to finish strong and set up next year for growth.   You’ll learn why the fourth quarter is the most critical time of year, the traps that keep doctors stuck, and the system that can help you make 2026—and every year after—your best year yet.    Register for the Make 2026 Your Best Year Ever Event Visit our Website

What would it take to 5X your practice — and your life? In this live recording, Jay Geier shares why most practices hit plateaus, why cutting corners never fuels real growth, and how to adopt the mindset of a continuously advancing person. Learn how to apply the concept of 5X to revenue, team engagement, and personal growth so you can break through limits and unlock exponential growth.    APPLY FOR COACHING Visit our Website

On this episode of the Private Practice Playbook, host Jay Geier sits down with Dr. Goldberg about the mindset shifts that come with practice ownership. From defining moments in his personal life to professional turning points, Dr. Goldberg offers wisdom for doctors looking to step into leadership and scale their success.  Apply for Coaching Visit our Website

You don’t have a “money problem.” You have a cash flow discipline problem. In this no-fluff episode, Jay breaks down the emotional traps, bad habits, and blind spots that keep high earners broke and stressed—and the simple systems that will flip you from reactive spender to strategic steward. You’ll learn how to think like a student of cash flow, make smarter choices about debt, and spend on what actually moves you forward.    LINKS BELOW: Visit Our Website Apply For Coaching