What makes the difference between an associate who stays for years and one who leaves after months? Dr. Sara and Dr. Marisa unpack the truth about building a thriving doc team that goes beyond transaction to transformation. Drawing from Dr. Sara's 8+ years of experience managing multiple associates and Dr. Marisa's current journey hiring her first part-time doc, this conversation reveals how the traditional "workhorse" model is failing both practices and practitioners.

🔥 In This Episode:

• The difference between hiring for clinical excellence vs. growth-focused associates
• How to create benefit packages that attract and retain incredible talent
• Why the "work-horse" mentality is destroying associate relationships
• How leading from abundance creates a culture associates want to stay in
• Real talk about contracts, PTO, maternity leave, and competitive compensation

When you prioritize finding people who align with your values, create benefits that honor their whole lives, and lead from a place of abundance rather than fear—you build a practice where everyone can grow together. The results go beyond just business metrics to creating a team that stays, thrives, and serves your community with heart.

Join us next week as we dive into the essential onboarding process that sets your associates up for success from day one.

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