What if understanding risk actually gave you more freedom to grow your practice—not more fear?

In this episode of the Uncaged Clinician Podcast, host David Bayliff sits down with Dr. Michael Uzar, PT, founder of Rehab Risk Consulting, for a powerful conversation on risk management, business ownership, and non-traditional career paths for clinicians.

Michael shares his journey from PTA to PT to health system risk manager—and how those same clinical skills translate into protecting practices from liability, licensure issues, and reputation damage. Together, they break down what risk management really is, why it matters for rehab business owners, and how proactive communication and strong relationships can reduce the likelihood of lawsuits and patient fallout.

You'll also learn:

• Why most clinicians overestimate risk—and how that fear can stall growth

• The difference between liability insurance and true risk management

• Common blind spots for practice owners (HIPAA, social media, informed consent, patient termination, and more)

• How transparency, apology, and trust can protect both patients and your business

• Why clinicians' skills are far more transferable than they think—and how to step into non-clinical roles with confidence

Whether you're a new or seasoned practice owner—or a clinician exploring non-traditional paths—this episode will help you think like a risk manager without becoming paralyzed by fear.

Learn more about Michael's upcoming CEU courses, certifications, and consulting at RehabRiskConsulting.com or email Michael directly at muzar@rehabriskconsulting.com

You can also follow Michael on Instagram at @rehab_risk_consulting

As always, if this episode brought you value, share it with a fellow clinician or business owner—and help more professionals break free from the cage.

As we kick off 2026, the Uncaged Clinician Podcast is setting the tone for intentional growth—for you, your team, and your practice.

In this episode, host David Bayliff dives into one of the most underutilized yet powerful tools in healthcare business growth: client and team feedback loops. Caring about your patients isn't enough—clarity comes from understanding the client experience from their perspective, not just your own.

You'll learn:

• Why most practice owners assume things are going well—until patients drop off

• How feedback loops shift your business from reactive to proactive

• The 3 essential components of an effective feedback loop: Collection, Communication, and Correction

• How to turn client feedback into actionable team growth (without blame or defensiveness)

• Simple, intentional ways to collect feedback that actually drives change

• Why strong feedback loops create raving fans, stronger teams, and a business that's easier to lead

David also shares how feedback loops help align your daily operations with your mission, values, and vision—so your team understands what excellent care truly looks like from the client's point of view.

If you've ever wondered why patients stop scheduling, why retention dips, or why your team feels stuck, this episode will challenge how you think about growth and give you a practical framework to move forward.

Ready to go deeper?
Learn more about Uncaged University or the 6-Week Push Coaching Program by scheduling a call at uncagedclinician.com/schedule.

As we close out 2025, Kevin DeGroot and David Bayliff sit down for an honest, reflective conversation about what this year has really required of clinicians, business owners, and leaders.

This isn't a highlight-reel episode. It's a grounded discussion about mental fatigue, seasons of change, identity versus titles, and why building a business gets exponentially harder when life itself is demanding so much of your energy.

In this episode, Kevin and David unpack:

• Why mindset and mental health matter more than ever when building a business

• How seasons of change force us back to fundamentals—and why that's not a step backward

• The difference between who you are and what you do (identity vs. identifiers)

• Why "simple" and "boring" businesses often lead to the most sustainable and fulfilling lives

• How defining success for yourself—not society—can change everything

If you've felt tired, overwhelmed, or quietly questioning whether the grind is worth it, this episode will meet you where you are and remind you that faithful progress in the mundane is often what sets you up for long-term success.

🎧 Listen now and reflect with us as we prepare for what's next.

In a Challenging Season, Don't Quit!

If you're an entrepreneur or clinician and this year hasn't gone the way you hoped, you're not alone—and this episode is for you.

As the year comes to a close, many business owners find themselves discouraged, exhausted, and questioning whether it's worth continuing. In this episode of The Uncaged Clinician Podcast, David Bayliff speaks directly to entrepreneurs who feel stuck, behind, or tempted to quit.

David shares five practical and encouraging reminders to help you regain perspective, renew your energy, and keep moving forward when things feel heavy. From remembering the courage it took to start, to shifting from short-term frustration to a long-term mindset, this episode is a powerful reminder that a tough season does not define your calling—or your future.

You'll be encouraged to:

• Recognize the courage and grit you already possess

• Reflect on how far you've come (even if it doesn't feel like enough)

• Reconnect with your "why" and what's truly at stake

• Stop despising small beginnings and play the long game

• Embrace rest as a necessary part of sustainable growth

If you're feeling worn down, discouraged, or questioning your next step, this episode will remind you why you started—and why quitting now may cost you the very freedom you're working toward.

Make the next 90 days count. Apply to UNCAGED UNIVERSITY and receive the roadmap, plus optional 1:1 support by clicking the link below.

Book your APPLICATION CALL: https://uncagedclinician.com/schedule

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Tune in, get encouraged, and remember: don't quit—you may be closer than you think.

Most clinicians are great at caring for patients—but struggle to understand why and how they actually get paid as business owners.

In this episode of the Uncaged Clinician Podcast, Kevin DeGroat breaks down a practical, clinician-friendly approach to money using an adapted Profit First framework designed specifically for service-based practices where the owner wears every hat.

You'll learn why "whatever's left in the bank" is a dangerous way to pay yourself, how to separate your roles as owner, clinician, administrator, and growth leader, and why not all hours in your business are worth the same.

Kevin explains:

• Why bank-balance accounting leads to overspending and underpaying yourself

• How to think about pay differently as an owner vs. a treating clinician

• Why administrative work should be paid at a different rate than patient care

• How understanding role-based pay makes hiring easier (and less emotional)

• When it actually makes sense to stop seeing patients altogether

If you're a solopreneur—or planning to hire your first admin or clinician—this episode will help you build financial clarity, peace, and a sustainable growth plan.

👉 Want help structuring your finances the right way?
Book a Growth Strategy Call using the link in the show notes.

uncagedclinician.com/schedule

Resource-Based Marketing: Choosing the Right Strategy for the Practice You Have Today

In this solo episode, Kevin breaks down one of the most important — and most misunderstood — principles in building a thriving cash-based practice: resource-based marketing. Instead of chasing every shiny strategy, Kevin explains why the best marketing plan is the one that aligns with the resources you actually have in abundance right now — whether that's time, money, relationships, or skill set.

Using real client examples, Kevin shows how two practice owners with completely different resources require completely different marketing approaches — and how choosing the wrong strategy leads to frustration, wasted money, and inconsistent caseloads.

You'll learn how your resources evolve over time, why your marketing must shift as your business grows, and how to avoid the classic roller-coaster of feast-and-famine patient volume.

• Why there is no one-size-fits-all marketing strategy for healthcare practice owners

• How to identify whether you're time-rich, relationship-rich, financially-rich, or skill-set-rich

• Why some practitioners build full caseloads without ever spending a dollar on ads

• When Facebook ads, PPC, and paid strategies actually make sense — and when they're a terrible idea

• The hidden danger of relying on time-heavy strategies as your practice grows

• How to evolve from time & energy marketing to financial & systems marketing as your caseload expands

Practice owners who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unclear about which marketing strategy will actually produce consistent results — and who want a principle-based approach instead of cookie-cutter tactics.

If this episode resonates and you want support crafting a strategy based on your actual resources and strengths, reach out to the Uncaged Clinician team. We'd love to help you build a plan that drives more clients, more revenue, and more impact.

Go to uncagedclinican.com for more information

Have you ever felt "successful" on paper but completely misaligned inside?

What would it take for you to finally choose the version of your career that actually feels like yours?

Hey UNCAGED CLINICIANS, it's David Bayliff here, and I'm excited to hang out with you for another episode of the Uncaged Clinician Podcast. Today's a fun one! I'm joined by the incredible Mitchell Hall, owner of Rhythm Holistic Manual Therapy. Mitchell's a guy who went from regional director of a booming PT company to carving out his own path in the world of holistic manual therapy. And trust me… you're going to feel this one. We're diving into calling, fear, faith, and what it takes to say yes to the path that's meant for you.

Here's what we dive into in this episode:

• Mitchell's transition from regional director to entrepreneur

• How fascial counterstrain transformed his approach to care

• The emotional and mental challenges of leaving a stable job

• How to identify when your values no longer align with your work

• The importance of faith, clarity, and long-term vision

• Practical advice for clinicians who want to start their own practice

• Why objective counsel matters more than ever in entrepreneurship

If there's one thing Mitchell teaches us, it's this: purpose has a way of pushing you forward even when fear tries to pull you back. Entrepreneurship in healthcare isn't easy, but it's gratifying when it aligns with who you are and how you want to serve. I hope his journey inspires you to trust the voice within you, seek wise counsel, and take bold steps toward the calling that has been nudging at your heart.

Uncaged Hack: "If you're fearful, don't be afraid to get counsel from someone who's going to keep it very objective."
—Mitchell Hall

Make the next 90 days count. Apply to Uncaged University and receive the roadmap, plus optional one-on-one support by clicking the link below.

Book your application call: https://uncagedclinician.com/schedule

Explore the program: https://uncagedclinician.com/university-101

Are your outreach efforts feeling more like dead ends than real connections?

What if the problem isn't what you're doing but how you're approaching people?

Hey, it's David Bayliff. If you've dropped off lunches, left notes, and followed up only to hear crickets, you are not alone. In this episode, I break down why those plays miss and the simple shift that opens doors with gatekeepers and ideal clients: make it about them, not you.

Here's what we dive into in this episode:

• The common frustrations clinicians face when trying to engage with gatekeepers

• Why traditional "drop-by tactics" often fail

• What it means to "serve first" in real-world scenarios

• How to nurture leads without feeling salesy

• Practical ways to provide value and build trust

• Adjusting expectations of what "success" looks like in outreach

I want you to remember this: relationships take intention. When you stop trying to get something and start aiming to give something, everything changes your results, your conversations, and the energy you bring into each interaction. These small shifts compound over time, and they're what will ultimately help your practice grow.

Uncaged Hack: "The shortcoming of these strategies is that they create a relationship that is essentially one-way transactional."
—David Bayliff

Make the next 90 days count. Apply to Uncaged University and receive the roadmap, plus optional one-on-one support by clicking the link below.

Book your application call: https://uncagedclinician.com/schedule

Explore the program: https://uncagedclinician.com/university-101