In this episode of Podiatry Practice Mastery, I share how using buffer days has transformed my practice and personal life. I explain the importance of separating focus days, free days, and buffer days to maximize productivity, improve patient care, and avoid burnout. From planning vacations and tackling personal tasks to developing better marketing strategies, I reveal how structuring your time can help you grow your practice while creating more balance.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode
How buffer days improve productivity and efficiency
Why separating work, rest, and prep days matters
Using SEO and microsites to attract valuable patients
Balancing practice growth with personal well-being
Why You Should Listen
If you struggle to balance practice management, personal life, and patient care, this episode offers a clear strategy for reclaiming control of your time while growing your podiatry business.
Key Topics Covered
[0:00] How I plan free, focus, and buffer days effectively
[1:08] Why weekends are completely off-limits for business
[2:15] How disconnecting boosts mental health and efficiency
[4:32] Using buffer days for vacations, personal goals, and planning
[6:01] Shockwave coaching insights and packaging orthotics
[7:32] The debate over three vs. six shockwave sessions
[8:29] Creating microsites to attract high-value patients
[10:04] Using SEO blogs to target heel pain and Achilles issues
[12:16] Why strategic time management leads to practice growth
👉 Tune in now to discover how buffer days can help you create a healthier work-life balance, boost your practice revenue, and avoid burnout while staying focused on what matters most.
