The Podiatry Legends Podcast is hosted by Tyson E. Franklin, podiatrist, business mentor, and author of It's No Secret… There's Money in Podiatry. If you want to MAKE MORE MONEY and spend more time with your family, this is the podcast for you. Each week, I speak with podiatrists from around the world who are building successful podiatry clinics, growing profitable healthcare businesses, and creating careers on their own terms. I also bring in high-performing guests from outside the profession…
Why do some podiatrists find it so difficult to try something new, especially once they’ve been in the profession for a few years? In this episode, I explore 12 reasons podiatrists can become reluctant to step outside their comfort zone. I cover everything from fear of looking incompetent and wasting money, to patient rejection, criticism from colleagues, perfectionism, technology, and even the…
In this episode, Dr Michael Filosi shares the remarkable journey of transforming one of Adelaide's most run-down dental practices, with possums in the roof, outdated paper appointment books and years of neglect, into one of its largest and most successful practices. Where others looked and said no, Michael could see the future potential. We also discuss: The importance of buying into a business…
Most podiatrists assume they're easy to find online, but are they really? In this episode, I sit down with my good friend and co-host of the Podiatry Marketing Podcast, Dr Jim McDannald, to discuss the Practice Visibility Scorecard, a free tool designed to show podiatrists how visible their clinic actually is online. We explain why searching for your own clinic on your own computer can give you a…
Why do so many podiatrists hesitate to increase their fees, even when they know they provide exceptional care? In this solo episode, Tyson Franklin explores one of the biggest pricing myths in podiatry: the belief that charging appropriately will damage referral relationships with doctors and other health professionals. Drawing on a real conversation with a former patient, Tyson explains why…
Artificial Intelligence is rapidly changing allied health, but can it do more than simply write clinical notes? In this sponsored episode of the Podiatry Legends Podcast , Tyson Franklin speaks with physiotherapist and PREVE founder Caelum Trott about how AI is evolving into a powerful tool for improving patient engagement, treatment compliance and clinic performance. Rather than focusing solely…
Some podcast conversations stand the test of time, and this is definitely one of them. Originally recorded in 2018 for my previous podcast, It's No Secret with Dr T , this discussion with marketing strategist Patrick McFadden is packed with practical business wisdom that's just as relevant today. Patrick explains why "Rise and Grind" isn't about working longer hours. It's about focusing on…
Starting your own podiatry business is exciting, rewarding... and at times, overwhelming. In this episode of the Podiatry Legends Podcast, I welcome back Dr Jackson Tisdell, who first appeared on the show as a new graduate in Episode 22. Fast forward a few years, and Jackson has now spent his first 12 months building Spring Podiatry in Melton, Victoria. Because everything is still fresh, Jackson…
Owning a podiatry practice doesn't automatically make you a great leader. In this solo episode, Tyson E. Franklin explores a topic that's rarely discussed but incredibly important: toxic leadership. Most practice owners don't intentionally become difficult bosses. More often than not, stress, long hours, and the pressures of running a business slowly change how they communicate with their team. In…
Hi, I'm Tyson Franklin, and in this episode of the Podiatry Legends Podcast, I welcome back Dr Ben Pearl from Arlington Foot & Ankle for his fourth appearance on the show. As always, our conversation takes a few unexpected turns, from patient psychology, healthcare challenges, what podiatrists can learn from businesses outside our profession, and a few movie references. Ben shares some real-world…
Have you ever walked into a business and instantly felt welcome, valued, and confident that you were in the right place? In this solo episode, I explore how podiatry clinics can create a memorable first impression that goes far beyond a friendly smile at reception. From the moment a patient walks through your front door, every interaction shapes their perception of your professionalism, care, and…