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The DPC NPThe DPC Momentum Model: Creating Financial Stability in Direct Primary Care with Brian Fretwell, PA-CSend us a textTransforming a medical practice from a startup to a thriving, scalable business requires far more than clinical excellence. In this revealing conversation with physician assistant Brian Fretwell, we uncover the missing piece that prevents many direct primary care practices from reaching their full potential: a comprehensive operating system.Brian shares the journey that led him to create the DPC Momentum Model after hitting his own plateau and experiencing burnout despite escaping the traditional fee-for-service system. His framework addresses the fundamental mindset shift required to evolve from provider to CEO—moving from co...2025-04-1435 min
Curated Questions: Conversations Celebrating the Power of Questions!A Fork, A Precipice, A DecisionEpisode Notes[01:14] Unexpected Email from Employer[05:49] The Deferred Resignation Program[06:34] Initial Reactions and Concerns[08:01] Evaluating the Offer[08:21] Enhanced Standards of Conduct[08:55] Personal Reflections and Concerns[12:21] Seeking Advice and Making a Decision[13:01] Option One: Do Not Resign[14:56] Option Two: Resign[16:44] Insights from Conversations[21:30] Making The Decision[23:51] Final Thoughts and Gratitude Resources MentionedSebastian JungerThe Soul of Shame by Curt ThompsonDonald TrumpE...2025-03-1324 min
Curated Questions: Conversations Celebrating the Power of Questions!2024 RecapEpisode Notes[00:00] Reflecting on 2024: A Solo Journey[01:29] Shreya and Esha Venkat: Making a Positive Impact[02:17] Jimmy D. Smith: Mentorship and Strategic Friction[03:10] Derek Sivers: Embracing Hard Questions[04:26] Chaz Scott: Radical Self-Care and Personal Growth[05:14] Kwame Sarfo-Mensah: Identity and Cultural Affirmation[06:23] Bill Reed: Engaging with Heartfelt Questions[07:03] Joe Primo: Gratitude and Life's Transitions[08:01] David Pearl: Stretching Imagination with Questions[08:50] Bobby Morgan: Restorative Practices in Education[09:55] EbonyJanice Moore: Honoring Black Women[11:15] Amy Herman: Visual Intelligence and Curiosity2025-01-0223 min
The Poultry Leadership PodcastBalancing Personal and Professional in Poultry: Insights from Brandon and Emily Mulnix on Leadership, Family, and Community TiesSend us a textHow did a spontaneous idea during a high-altitude hike lead to an insightful conversation on The Poultry Leadership Podcast? Join me, Brandon Mulnix, and my incredible wife, Emily Mulnix, as we kick off Season 2 with a heartfelt dialogue that crosses the boundaries of personal and professional life. Emily gives us a glimpse into her fascinating journey from dairy farm roots to her vital role as a registered nurse, while we share amusing anecdotes from our life in a small Michigan town. As we chat, you'll learn about my diverse career path, from...2025-01-0147 min
Sabrina Ramonov 🍄Combining AI and Neuroscience to Experience Connectedness - Brian Fretwell, Finding GoodBrian Fretwell is the Founder of Finding Good, a company dedicated to helping people have more meaningful conversations. His methodology uses the science behind connection to make listening less transactional and more transformational. Website: https://www.findinggood.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brian_fretwellBrian has spent his life exploring how listening can be the most effective tool for change when we use the right questions. As a teacher in juvenile corrections, he saw how better questions can influence behaviors. As a facilitator and consultant in mining, oil and gas companies, he helped...2024-11-0438 min
Strategic Advisor BoardEpisode 890 "Pivot Perspectives": What a 15-Year-Old Meth Addict Taught Brian Fretwell About Leadership and LifeIn this episode, Brian Fretwell shares the profound lessons he learned from a 15-year-old meth addict during his time teaching in juvenile corrections. Discover how this eye-opening experience reshaped his understanding of leadership, connection, and the power of asking the right questions. Tune in to explore how genuine curiosity and empathy can transform not only how we lead but how we connect on a deeper level in every aspect of life. Whether you're a leader, coach, or someone seeking meaningful relationships, this episode offers invaluable insights that will stay with you long after you listen.2024-10-0755 min
The Better Conversations PodcastThe Question That Changes EVERYTHING with Brian Fretwell | #19In this episode, we dive deep into connection with Brian Fretwell, who brings a wealth of experience. Throughout his career, he has focused on culture change and leadership development through the lens of neuroscience, with a particular emphasis on the power of connection.
Discover how understanding and intentionally fostering connection can transform workplace culture, enhance team dynamics, and drive meaningful results. We'll explore a powerful weekly practice that has been a game-changer for our guest and their closest friends, emphasizing the importance of questions in building connection.
Join us as we discuss the importance of asking the right questions...2024-08-3039 min
Your 12 Year Old SelfEpisode 108--Brian FretwellToday, Mike welcomes Brian Fretwell. Brian is the founder of Finding Good, a company dedicated to helping people have more meaningful conversations. His methodology uses the science behind connection to make listening less transactional and more transformational.
Brian has spent his life exploring how listening can be the most effective tool for change when we use the right questions. As a teacher in juvenile corrections, he saw how better questions can influence behaviors. As a facilitator and consultant in mining, oil and gas companies, he helped people see how better listening can help save lives. And today h...2024-07-031h 17
Curated Questions: Conversations Celebrating the Power of Questions!Brian Fretwell"Connection is the sharing of one person's experience, that leaves both people better" - Brian FretwellBrian, the Founder of Finding Good, is on a mission to transform conversations. His unique methodology, rooted in the science of connection, has the power to turn listening from a transaction into a transformation. It's a beacon of hope for those seeking more meaningful interactions. Brian has explored how listening can be the most effective tool for change when we use the right questions. He also touches upon the concept of 'experience vs projection,' highlighting how our own ex...2024-05-301h 28The DPC NPTransforming Patient Care: Brian Fretwell’s Journey from Emergency Medicine to Direct Primary Care InnovationSend us a textImagine stepping into the world of medicine not just to heal, but to transform the very fabric of healthcare. That's the story Brian Fretwell, Physician Assistant and founder of Direct Primary Care Associates, shares with us - a tale of shifting from the high-stakes arena of emergency medicine to pioneering a practice that puts patients and their needs first. Our conversation is a riveting journey through the challenges and triumphs of creating a care model that’s more personal, accessible, and liberated from the constraints of traditional insurance-based systems.Crossing state li...2024-05-2748 min
The Bamboo Lab PodcastBe More "Interested" Than "Interesting": Brian Fretwell's Guide to Authentic Interactions and Potential UnlockedSend us a textHas the quest for authentic connections in a digital world ever seemed like an uphill battle to you? Then you'll find solace and inspiration in our conversation with Brian Fretwell, an enchanting storyteller and the brain behind Finding Good. Brian takes us through his own transformation—from a small-town Idaho kid influenced by a pivotal football coach to becoming a guiding light for countless individuals seeking to unlock their potential. His journey is not just about personal triumph but also about the power of stories in building trust and fostering supportive environments.2024-05-151h 14
Feedstuffs in FocusConnect to build trust around the tough issuesWhen people work to see the value in each other and feel connected, the world becomes a better place. When people feel disconnected, daily 'threats' of uncertainty, doubt, and change, become all that they see. During PEAK 2024 in Minneapolis we caught up with Brian Fretwell, founder of Finding Good. Fretwell lead a three-part business and leadership program focused on helping to build the clarity, confidence, and certainty that comes with connection. He believes that smarter questions (and responses) can improve conversations, relationships, and how people feel about themselves. His question process builds trust around tough issues, makes i...2024-04-2514 min