How to Raise Your Rates | PoP 397
Why do you need to raise your rates? When should you raise your rates? And how exactly do you raise your rates?
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Setting up expectations for when you hire a biller
If your business is growing, it’s time to get some help. It’s a good problem to have, but it’s okay to feel scared about trusting someone else with your billing.
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Holly Chantal on Setting Yourself Apart | PoP 396
In this podcast episode, Joe Sanok speaks with Holly Chantal about finding your unique voice in business and aligning with next stage of business growth.
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3 Key Tips to Up Your Game as an Online Therapist
Being an online therapist can be a very rewarding career. With this freedom comes the responsibility of continually looking for ways to up our game.
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Joe Chapa on Moral Philosophy and Just War Theory in Military Trauma | PoP 395
Is war morally acceptable? How can we better prepare military people for war psychologically? How can therapists be of more value to their veteran clients?
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Tommy Griffith did SEO at PayPal and AirBnB and now teaches entrepreneurs how to make e-courses | PoP 394
How do you turn your side-gig into your full-time gig? What are some of the basics of understanding SEO? And how do you launch…
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Your Private Practice Office Do’s and Dont’s
When it comes to private practice offices, there is a delicate balance to achieve. This is because you not only have to create a…
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December 2015 Monthly Income Report
In December, I took almost two weeks off to spend time with friends and family, relax to get really excited about 2016, and to watch…
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PoP Culture meet Mercedes Samudio, LCSW, Parent Coach
You all know me, I’m Joe Sanok, the guy that runs Practice of the Practice. I also know a bunch of you. But you…
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Podcast 78 | How to Get More Clients | An interview with Private Practice Consultant Evan Center
Today’s Private Practice Podcast Sponsor If you want to build your strength and endurance, you can do repetitive physical exercises like running or walking. Similarly,…
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What is really getting in the way of growing your private practice? [guest post]
It all started with a question about ROI. Santiago asked me, “I came across the claim that you can tell your consulting clients the exact ROI…
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Podcast 76 | Get a 6-Figure Practice Now! An interview with Jennifer Sneeden
AWEBER, MAKE EMAIL EASIER TRY IT FOR $1 Today’s Private Practice Podcast Resource What you will discover in this podcast 3:57 What Jennifer did when…
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Private Practice Money | March 2015 Monthly Income Report (a new record!)
March 5th was my last day at my full-time job, here’s an article about why I left my full-time job. March has been really exciting,…
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Making Money in Private Practice | February 2015 Monthly Income Report
After almost 5 years, I left my full time job! It’s been a total mindset shift that I wrote a whole article about: why I…
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5 Ways to Grow a Private Practice Today
It was awesome to be on Kelvin Johnson’s The Counsel-preneur Podcast. Welcome all of you Counsel-preneurs that have never been here. I’m Joe Sanok….
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How to start a private practice | Podcast interview with Tres Adames
Today’s Private Practice Podcast resource: Our Facebook Page. Have a question for the show? Leave me a message on Speakpipe Practice Nation, Meet…
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How to Become a Couples Expert | Podcast 61 an interview with Stuart Fensterheim, LCSW
Today’s Private Practice Podcast resource: Hosting to launch your website: Bluehost Have a question for the show? Leave me a message on Speakpipe …
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How to run a private practice | November 2014 Monthly Income Report
Before I start telling you about how I made money in counseling, I just want to say that running a private practice is awesome!…
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Podcast 60 | Pat Flynn business guru interview
Today’s Private Practice Podcast resource: Legendary Lion Traverse City website design is sponsoring this podcast interview Have a question for the show? Leave me…
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Podcast 56: How to rank higher in Google an interview with Andy Crestodina
Today’s Private Practice Podcast resource: Canva: A super cool way to make promo materials that will help with social media and growing your private…
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Increase Revenue: June 2014 Monthly Income Report
I always love doing my monthly income report about how to increase revenue, grow a client base, and have more fun! It’s a great…
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Keyword Tool: A step-by-step guide to Google Keyword Planner
What’s the difference between the words “keywords”, “How to find keywords”, and “keyword tool”? If you can learn this concept, you will get more organic…
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How to Become a Consultant on Sugar Daddies | An interview with Dr. Harrison Davis
Today’s Private Practice Resource: This is such a great interview from the American Counseling Association Conference. Dr. Harrison Davis took time out for this…
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Increase Revenue: May 2014 Monthly Income Report
May was an amazing month for me. I feel like I did a great job with being fully present at home. As some of…
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What is affiliate marketing?
By the end of this article, you will know what is affiliate marketing, why you should use it, and exactly how to use it….
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How to make extra money March 2014 Monthly Income Report
How to make extra money In March I was gone from March 25-31, so I really only had 16 days to see clients, do…
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How much does a counselor make? December 2013 Monthly Income Report
www.PracticeofthePractice.com/december-2013-cash December | Projects and Presents In December I started to try to pace myself. In past months, I have talked about how I…
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How to talk about money with clients
How to talk about money with clients I recently was emailed a question, “I do have one question for you that has nothing to…
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Practice of the Practice Podcast with Joe Sanok episode 023 | Caller Questions about SEO, Passive Income, and Raising Counseling Rates
www.PracticeofthePractice.com/episode23 Practice of the Practice Podcast with Joe Sanok episode 023 | Caller Questions about SEO, Passive Income, and Raising Counseling Rates by Joseph R….
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November 2013 Monthly Income Report
www.PracticeofthePractice.com/november-2013-cash November | What I’ve been up to and what I’ve learned I’m so close to breaking the $50k mark for my part time…
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You’re not going to believe what this infographic says about parenting!
With so much parenting advice, here’s a parenting infographic that should get you started. www.MentalWellnessParenting.com/book …
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What a Facebook Ad Taught Me About Email Lists
You may have noticed that every 7 days or so, you’re getting a pop up on my website asking if you want my 5…
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Smidgen and Tonic with Joe
Smidgens are quick, short, inspiring thoughts done in a podcast format, without all the fluff. They’re a way for me to quickly express thoughts,…
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Smid to the Gen with Joe
Smidgens are quick, short, inspiring thoughts done in a podcast format, without all the fluff. They’re a way for me to quickly express thoughts,…
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Smidgen with Joe Comin’ at ya!
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Practice of the Practice Podcast with Joe Sanok 019 | Living your dream through travel and counseling, an interview with Tracee Persiko counselor, niche expert, and brilliant woman
by Joseph R. Sanok Practice of the Practice with Joe Sanok 019 | Living your dream through travel and counseling, an interview with Tracee…
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Here Comes Another Smidgen
Smidgens are quick, short, inspiring thoughts done in a podcast format, without all the fluff. They’re a way for me to quickly express thoughts,…
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How to Launch a Website in 10 days
Launching a counseling private practice website can be time-consuming and an energy drain, but it does not have to be that way! It can…
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September 2013 Monthly Income Report
September | What I’ve been up to and what I’ve learned So am about to break the $40,000 mark for my part-time business…
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16 Things You Must Have in Your Paperwork (hint: three you wouldn’t expect)
When I first launched my private practice in 2006 under an established private practice I didn’t understand just how important it is to steam-line…
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Yet another Smidgen with Joe
Smidgens are quick, short, inspiring thoughts done in a podcast format, without all the fluff. They’re a way for me to quickly express thoughts,…
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Just another Smidgen
Smidgens are quick, short, inspiring thoughts done in a podcast format, without all the fluff. They’re a way for me to quickly express thoughts,…
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Something New! Smidgens with Joe
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Practice of the Practice with Joe Sanok 017 | An interview with author and money guy Mark Scandrette
by Joseph R. Sanok Practice of the Practice with Joe Sanok 017 | An interview with author and money guy Mark Scandrette If…
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27 Ways to Save Time and Money
Add client’s emails to your schedule invite so it automatically reminds them Write blog posts all at once when you are inspired and schedule…
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What I just learned…the hard way
I have learned a lot lately. Most of it has been the hard way and actually probably helped me lose some money, connections with…
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FREE BOOKS!
Today only (August 13, 2013) you can get all of my books for free on Amazon! Today is my 9th anniversary and it’s my…
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July 2013 Monthly Income Report
Some people might think that posting my income every month is bragging or somehow beyond what I should disclose. I used to be in…
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Is your website terrible? Improve Your Website Quiz | Self-evaluation
How is your website doing? Are you getting new clients from it? Here is an assessment I developed to give you a quick look….
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How to launch/grow a practice in 12 months
Click the link for the full-sized PDF version infographic: Launch a private practice infographic When I can’t sleep this is what I do… The…
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Practice of the Practice with Joe Sanok Episode 015 | Seven Ways to Avoid Burnout in Private Practice
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Practice of the Practice with Joe Sanok Episode 014 | Five Ways to Make More Money in Private Practice
by Joseph R. Sanok Practice of the Practice Podcast with Joe Sanok Session 014 | Five Ways to Make More Money in Your Private Practice…
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Practice of the Practice Podcast with Joe Sanok Session 013 | How to help angry kids and frustrated parents with new parenting approaches
by Joseph R. Sanok Practice of the Practice Podcast with Joe Sanok Session 013 | How to help angry kids and frustrated parents with new…
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June 2013 Monthly Income Report
Compared with last month this month’s income is a bit down, but looking at the months prior, I think I am gaining some momentum!…
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Therapist Throwdown
CLICK HERE TO APPLY Do you want a way to motivate yourself to grow your private practice? Do you want Joe Sanok to…
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May 2013 Monthly Income Report | How my income went up 494% in six months
What a month! Did that just say “494%”!? I can hardly believe it either! I returned from vacation with my wife and…
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Practice of the Practice Podcast with Joe Sanok Session 012 | How to name a counseling private practice
by Joseph R. Sanok Practice of the Practice Podcast with Joe Sanok Session 012 | How to name a counseling private practice Summary Joseph…
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Time to grow your business?
Act now! Save yourself hours of frustration, learning, and tedious work. It took me so much time to figure out how to link…
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Five Ways to Know Your Business Will Be Successful This Year
There are five essential indicators as to whether your business will grow this year. I am sure there are more than five, but these…
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Redirect your website for better Search Engine Optimization
Recently in a podcast I discussed redirecting URLs to go to your website. Following the podcast I got this email: Hi Joe, Thanks for…
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March 2013 Monthly Income Report
Why I do this As you probably know, I work a full time job and do a bunch of other things to build passive…
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Practice of the Practice Podcast 007 | What are you worth? An awesome interview with consultant, professor, and private practice guru Dr. Cindi Briggs.
by Joseph R. Sanok As I’m working on this the Oscars are on and they’re doing the 007 tribute for the 50th anniversary. I…
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Practice of the Practice Podcast 006 | Building your dream job and experiential approaches to therapy
by Joseph R. Sanok Summary Joseph R. Sanok: Counselor, Private Practice Owner, Marketing Expert, and Blogger The Practice of the Practice Podcast: Counseling |…
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Teletherapy Experience and Considerations | Part 3 of 3 Technology for teletherapy
I first met Rebecca A. Eldredge, PhD a little less than a year ago. She was moving to Traverse City, MI and she contacted me….
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Teletherapy Experience and Considerations | Part 2 of 3 Evidence in support of teletherapy
I first met Rebecca A. Eldredge, PhD a little less than a year ago. She was moving to Traverse City, MI and she contacted me….
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Practice of the Practice Podcast 005 | How to build a passive income in a counseling private practice
by Joseph R. Sanok Summary Joseph R. Sanok: Counselor, Private Practice Owner, Marketing Expert, and Blogger The Practice of the Practice Podcast: Counseling |…
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Three tips to enhance networking with speakers while in graduate school
As you go through a counseling. psychology, or social work master’s program, there will frequently be guest speakers coming into the different counseling classes…
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Teletherapy Experience and Considerations | Part 1 of 3 My professional foray into teletherapy
I first met Rebecca A. Eldredge, PhD a little less than a year ago. She was moving to Traverse City, MI and she contacted me….
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I’m addicted to stats | turning the consultant brain off
I’m addicted to stats. I hated them in undergraduate and graduate school, but I really have fallen in love with them. Actually, it’s started…
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How to Name a Private Practice | 5 tips to build business quicker
What’s in a name? When we name a child, we buy books, debate, practice the sound, and then finally after often fighting with our…
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Practice of the Practice 004 | Increasing counseling private practice referrals from doctors, pastors, and the community
Summary Joseph R. Sanok: Counselor, Private Practice Owner, Marketing Expert, and Blogger The Practice of the Practice Podcast: Counseling | Private Practice | Blogging…
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Why haven’t you launched a podcast? Step One | How Blackberry, Alicia Keys, and iPhones are changing everything
Did I just type “Blackberry”? With iPhones and Droids having the primary market shares, the once leader, Blackberry, has moved to the backseat and maybe…
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Practice of the Practice 003 | Launching a counseling private practice website Part 2
Summary Joseph R. Sanok: Counselor, Private Practice Owner, Marketing Expert, and Blogger The Practice of the Practice Podcast: Counseling | Private Practice | Blogging…
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Practice of the Practice Podcast 001 | Developing your niche in your counseling private practice
Summary There is so much that we did not learn in graduate school. This counseling private practice podcast seeks to help you continue to…
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Top Five Things I Wish I Knew before I Graduated
I occasionally have guest bloggers here on Practice of the Practice. I look for folks that can offer a point of view that is different…
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December 2012 Earnings
by joseph sanok Why I do this I’ve been doing these income reports for a number of months now. If…
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How to launch an e-book on Amazon
You may have recently noticed more e-book action from Practice of the Practice. If you have not, you may want to check out my…
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Using Pinterest to Build Your Practice
I participate on a great group on LinkedIn called “Mental Health and Private Practice Management,” if you need inspiration or have questions, it is…
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How to love your job
It all started when I was at a meeting with my mother-in-law. She was invited due to her background in sailing. There were four…
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Referral Essentials
I went to the eye doctor a few weeks ago. I go each year for a check up. Things are great, I found out…
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November 2012 Earnings Report
In an effort to be transparent and to inspire you, I want to start reporting my monthly earnings. But first, let me thank those…
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Adding 1099 Contractors to Your Practice
I received three emails today, it must be 1099 Friday: Re: 1099 discussion on LinkedIn “I saw the posting and am interested as well….
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Intro to Websites | Bluehost and WordPress step-by-step
On Practice of the Practice, I usually make totally unique and original content. But, I am not too proud to tell you about things…
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You aren’t charging enough!
“You aren’t charging enough!” is what I told the lady on the phone. We were chatting about her practice and the subject of fees…
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EIN, SSN, CAQH, NPI, and ABCDEFG?!
I recently received an email from someone starting a private practice in the coming months. They were wondering about all the acronyms in the…
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How to make money on a blog
It’s not easy to make money on a blog. On the front end, it is a ton of work. Sometimes it is difficult to…
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52-week Private Practice Creation
I often get people asking me about consulting and how to launch their private practice. Also, I often have discussions with counselors in private…
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Genuine Virtual Networking
I am a people person. I like talking with people. That is one of the main reasons I went into counseling. I like talking…
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Website Consultation
We counselors often miss immense opportunities because of our lack of business skills. Our websites often look crappy and we need help with design….
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September 2012 Earnings Report
In an effort to be transparent and to inspire you, I want to start reporting my monthly earnings. But first, let me thank…
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Customer Service is Killing People
In a previous post and in my e-newsletter I let you know about how I was diagnosed with cancer in July. As I…
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Business Advice and The Beatles
Are you part of the MAYA group or not? If you don’t know, than you are not in the group. MAYA stands for…
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The Teen Brain
“All teenagers are risk-takers, moody, and get embarrassed by their parents.” “They are angry and hate adults.” “They only listen to their friends.” Are these statements…
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Why I don’t take insurance
Someone just asked me: “I saw your comment on LinkedIn about how you no longer take insurance. I’m curious about that. What made…
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A Successful Guide to Friends with Benefits
There are plethora blog posts about how to network and make those you are networking with feel connected to you. You can use…
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