Joe Bavonese, PhDErnest Schmidt, LCSW

Ken Urie, LMHC

● Ernest Schmidt…● Ken Urie…● Joe Bavonese…

…● Annual Group Practice revenue all over $2 million● Multiple practice locations, over 20 therapists● Significantly reduced therapy hours (zero in Ken's

case!)● A more balanced lifestyle between work and home● Solid savings for our children's college and our

retirement● Time and money for multiple vacations per year

● Group practice is VERY different than solo practice● It’s wayyyy more complicated and EMOTIONAL● It requires more support and more technical knowledge

● Common Things We Hear….● What have I gotten myself into?!!!● I’m working way too many hours! ● There’s not enough profit after all my expenses● I can’t find good therapists● I’m feeling overwhelmed all of the time

5 Keys and our GPS program!

● Set goals for your practice and yourself -- & Don’t Forget - life balance goals!!

● Develop your mission and values● Identify your specialization● Pursue excellence, crush limiting beliefs

● Make internal shifts of your mindset and attitudes ● Develop your team -- and delegate! Hire more admin!● Build a team Culture that promotes positive

connection and self-care● Develop and document your systems (that are reliable

and repeatable)

● Learn the “right” way to do things vs. trial and error● Recruiting & Hiring process

● Marketing for therapists, systematize bringing them on● Design a win-win compensation model● Many group practices pay too much! % vs. Flat rate● Importance of therapist pay in your business…● GPS example

● Track everything-and make it fun!● GPS tracking sheet

● Working ON your business, not just IN your business● Drip, drip, drip● Time Management Strategies and Technology

● Joe’s presentation in San Diego, Time and Life….● ToDoIst

● Embrace marketing● Develop a system to connect with community referral

resources● Develop a solid Internet presence and brand

● Stay up to date with SEO and Google Adwords

…It’s Essential for Your Business to Thrive & for YOU!

Because….● Let’s be honest, group ownership is not for the faint of heart!● Training, articles, books, & social media aren't enough!

● You need EXPERIENCED guides and a support network● Family, friends, solo therapist colleagues don’t know what it’s like!● Group practice is more competitive now

GPS and Our Coaching Passion!

Solidify & Stabilize YOUR Group Practice & take it to the Next Level!

● Starting – September, 2019● A comprehensive 12-month training program designed

to promote your optimal Group Practice● Complete with a Live Event - October 16th-20th 2019● Why we created GPS...● Designed for 20 ambitious & fun Group Practice

owners (only 4 openings left)

● Wants significant increases in growth & profit and more peace of mind!

● Is open to learning, feedback & sharing● Group Practice with at least 3 therapists● Sees the Value in Empathy, Validation, & Real-Life Wisdom

(business owners like you) ● Wants to have fun and connect!! with colleagues on the front lines

:)

● GPS Group Practice Assessment● One-on-one coaching with EXPERIENCED group practice

owners (Joe, Ken, & Ernie)● Real-world input and support from our seasoned group

practice owners all over the country (Non competing areas)

● Monthly live video-conference calls ● A group practice-building on-line forum● GPS Intensive Live-Event Weekend at the San Diego

Hilton Resort and Spa

● 4 Days Wednesday – Sunday - October 16th● Bonding & Connection

● Therapists & Group Practice Owners (What a combo!)● Non-Stop Business Talk & Support● FUN! Eliminate Isolation! Have an Amazing Time!

● Fundamental Teaching Topics & Discussion● Focused, Supportive, Insightful Feedback● GPS Blueprint for Success & Accountability

● Go to www.grouppracticesuccess.com● Go to the APPLY page

● Click the blue box to start the application process

● Only room for 4 new members, first come first serve● Bonus: Submit an application before 11pm eastern time

Sunday night, and get $500 off of the membership price if you are accepted into the GPS program!

Enjoy the Journey! Questions…?www.grouppracticesuccess.com

Joe Bavonese, PhDErnest Schmidt, LCSW

Ken Urie, LMHC