In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Peter Wishnie—a bestselling author, speaker, and coach for medical professionals—to explore his journey from running a successful podiatry practice to coaching doctors on how to build thriving, sustainable businesses. He unpacks lessons on leadership, burnout, team-building, mindset, and the systems that helped him scale and eventually sell his practice. Dr. Wishnie also shares practical insights on balancing ambition with well-being, how childhood shapes leadership, and the role of visualization in achieving business goals. This is a masterclass in turning professional experience into entrepreneurial freedom.
⏱️ Chapter Markers:
00:00 – Welcome & Introduction to Dr. Peter Wishnie
00:45 – From Podiatrist to Business Coach: His Career Pivot
02:20 – Why He Left Practice and Embraced Entrepreneurship
04:00 – Risk vs. Security for Medical Professionals
06:00 – Understanding Burnout and How to Avoid It
07:30 – Why Systems Are Crucial for Scaling a Business
09:00 – Leadership: The Missing Ingredient in Medical Training
11:00 – Childhood Lessons That Shaped His Leadership Style
14:00 – Are Good People Hired or Trained?
15:00 – Cultivating Culture Without Causing Burnout
18:00 – Millennials, Motivation, and Modern Management
20:00 – Communication: The Core of Every Conflict and Solution
21:50 – Risk as a Path to Growth
23:00 – Visualization, the Subconscious Mind & Vision Boards
26:00 – Reprogramming Your Mind for Success
28:00 – The Double-Edged Sword of Social Media
30:30 – The Power of Systems: From Front Desk to Exit Strategy
33:00 – How He Sold His Practice to Private Equity
36:00 – Wealth Creation Principles Every Entrepreneur Should Know
38:30 – Translating Practice Success to Digital Coaching
41:00 – Why Some Coaching Clients Win and Others Don’t
45:00 – Advice to His 20-Year-Old Self
47:00 – Connect with Dr. Peter Wishnie
Connect with Dr. Wishnie:
https://www.instagram.com/coach_peterwishnie/
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