The Allied Health Business Brilliance podcast powered by Nacre Consulting (previously known as Private Practice Made Perfect) is a much-loved conversation for those wanting to hear real life Australian Allied Health business stories, adventures, and the occasional confession. The outstanding guest list includes Allied Health Business Owners and wonderful small business supporters such as accountants, marketers, bookkeepers, IT wizards, virtual assistants, lawyers and more. As you know, it ta ...
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Rerun: Measuring Performance & Success through Data
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48:07In this rerun episode, Cathy Love chats with Cullen Brugman, Managing Director of Dashboard Magic, about how data is the secret weapon in smart Allied Health business management. Cullen unpacks what good data actually looks like, why Allied Health professionals shouldn’t fear it, and how dashboards can radically improve decision-making. They explor…
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Rerun: Leadership Strategies for Coaching Underperforming Employees
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54:42When a team member underdelivers, it impacts more than just KPIs — it affects morale, culture, and your time as a business leader. In this rerun episode, Cathy Love sits down with Nacre Consulting’s Business Manager – Layland Webb to talk about the real-life challenges of leading through underperformance in Allied Health. They share stories and str…
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Women in Allied Health Marketing – Leadership, Voice & Strategy
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46:51In this episode, Cathy Love sits down with Nicola Photiou, Marketing Manager at Nacre Consulting, for an energetic and behind-the-scenes conversation about women leading the charge in Allied Health business marketing. Nicola shares her career journey from local government comms to shaping national-level marketing strategy at Nacre. They explore how…
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Planning Beyond the Panic: Revenue Diversification for Allied Health Businesses
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52:50In this episode, Cathy Love is joined by Nacre’s Business Manager, Layland Webb, for a grounded and practical conversation on how Allied Health Business Owners can plan beyond the panic. With rising costs, shifting markets, and mounting pressure on Directors, it’s time to reframe business planning as a strategic opportunity—rather than just surviva…
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The Financial Team You Deserve: Habits, Know-How & EOFY Wins
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1:16:18As EOFY approaches, it’s time to get serious about your numbers and your financial support team. In this episode, Cathy Love and Layland Webb dive into a favourite topic—loveable numbers, while they share why EOFY isn’t just about paperwork and tax returns, but an opportunity to check in on your business brilliance. Cathy and Layland breaks down wh…
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DSC Annual NDIS Conference – Key Takeaways
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49:42Fresh from attending the 2025 DSC Annual NDIS Conference in Melbourne, Cathy shares her personal highlights, key takeaways, and thoughtful reflections. From foundational supports and registration reform to employment gaps and AI, this wrap-up covers the big conversations and subtle shifts shaping the future of the NDIS. Whether you joined the event…
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Leading with Intuition, Energy, and Purpose
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40:59In this soulful and deeply practical episode, Cathy Love sits down with Elanie Moulos, Occupational Therapist and Founding Director of SereneKids Therapy. Based in New South Wales, Elanie shares her unique approach to paediatric OT, team leadership, and business ownership—one grounded in nervous system regulation, emotional intelligence, and energe…
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Sneak Peek: What’s Powering High-Performing Businesses
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27:56Our much-anticipated Quarterly Allied Health Business Conference is back on Friday 6th June 2025. And in this solo episode, Cathy gives you a little sneak peak on everything you need to know about this online event. From the behind-the-scenes prep to the carefully curated speaker line-up, you’ll hear how this practical, interactive event is designe…
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Rerun: What Financial Transparency Looks Like at a Not-For-Profit Charity
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1:00:02Kimberly Lewis, General Manager at Prelude Australia, joins the podcast for an in-depth chat that every Allied Health Business Owner should listen to. Prelude Australia is a not-for-profit charity providing early childhood and therapy supports for children. You’ll hear Kimberly discuss the early days of her career and her experience being born deaf…
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Settling Grads, Shifting Marketing, and the Evolving NDIS
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1:01:16In this powerful roundtable episode, Cathy Love is joined by coaches Chantelle Robards and Layland Webb to unpack the key business trends shaping the Allied Health sector right now. Together, they explore how 2024 new graduates are settling into practices, what’s changing in referral pipelines, the challenges of school access, marketing realities, …
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Rerun: Building Team Culture & Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
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49:17In this heartfelt episode, Cathy Love sits down with Jess Nyman, Occupational Therapist and Founding Director of Only About Kids, to explore her journey of starting and growing a paediatric Allied Health business through the challenges of the pandemic. From starting out in a single rented room to designing her dream clinic, Jess talks openly about …
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The Future of NDIS – Advocacy, Reform and Allied Health
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49:19In this compelling episode, Cathy Love speaks with occupational therapist, advocate, and policy influencer Muriel Cummins. From her early days in Dublin to her current leadership roles with Every Australian Counts and OTSI (Occupational Therapy Society for Invisible Disabilities), Muriel shares her journey through clinical practice, mental health, …
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Learning from Families Navigating Disability
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38:49In this episode, Cathy Love chats with Emma Price—founder and CEO of Source—about her decade-long journey creating meaningful resources for families navigating disability. What began as a personal response to her daughter’s diagnosis has evolved into a national platform spanning print, digital, and Australia’s biggest disability expos. “Therapists …
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Leading Through Change – A Physiotherapy Business Journey
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46:36Peter and Julienne Locke, physiotherapists and business owners, joins Cathy Love this week to discuss their inspiring journey in the Allied Health sector. They share how they built their business, refined their leadership approach, and managed workforce challenges amidst shifting industry landscapes. Peter and Julienne reflect on the evolution of t…
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Navigating NDIS Reform and Future-Proofing Allied Health Businesses
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54:10Cathy Love is joined by Chantelle Robards, Specialist Coach at Nacre Consulting, for a timely conversation on how the NDIS reform agenda is impacting team wellbeing and business confidence in the Allied Health sector. They unpack the growing trend of clinician movement, the weight of reform fatigue, and the tough decisions Allied Health Business Ow…
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Rerun: Clinical Leaders Collective – NEW 90-Day Program
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26:27Clinical Leaders Collective is back with a bang! Tune in to catch a glimpse at what you’ll discover about this utterly practical 90-day program for your Clinical and Team Leaders. After doing a whole lot of data research and getting industry intel on the role of Clinical and Team Leaders, Nacre Consulting has designed and perfected the Clinical Lea…
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Embracing Neurodiversity in Allied Health
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1:03:54In this episode, Yael Clark, a Developmental Psychologist, Clinical Supervisor and passionate advocate for neurodiversity-affirming care, joins us to explore the shifts needed in Allied Health services. We discussed the importance of ethical and affirming therapy, how practitioners can better support neurodivergent clients, and the role of professi…
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The Productivity Blueprint Online Conference
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20:38In this episode, Cathy Love, Director of Nacre Consulting, spills the beans on the upcoming Quarterly Accelerator Conference / Online Conference happening on Friday, 21st March 2025. This isn’t your typical online event—this is where Allied Health Business Owners come to turbocharge productivity, learn from industry leaders, and leave with actionab…
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From Speech Pathology to Multidisciplinary Success
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46:55This week, Cathy Love sits down with Megan Ingram, Director of Peninsula Plus, to explore her business journey from Peninsula Speech Pathology Services to a thriving multidisciplinary Allied Health business. Megan shares the challenges and triumphs of rebranding, growing a diverse team, and maintaining strong leadership in an ever-changing healthca…
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How to Get Back in the Black—Fast! In this episode, Cathy Love discusses the challenges of the summer slump in Allied Health businesses and how to recover quickly. She introduces the upcoming Masterclass, Summer Slump Solutions: How to Get Back in the Black-Fast, designed to help Allied Health Business Owners tackle cash flow disruptions, client ca…
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In this episode, Cathy Love sits down with Lisa Horton, communications specialist and integral part of Nacre Consulting’s marketing team, to discuss the evolving role of branding in Allied Health businesses. They explore how brand strategy impacts business growth, credibility, and customer connection. Lisa shares insights into the work she’s done w…
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State of 2025 – Allied Health Business Landscape
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58:40In this thought-provoking solo episode, host Cathy Love takes a deep dive into 2025 and the major trends shaping the year ahead. Covering everything from politics and workforce strategies to AI advancements, cyber security, and the NDIS landscape, Cathy offers insights on how Allied Health business owners can navigate an evolving industry. With eco…
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In this heartfelt rerun episode, Cathy Love sits down with Madeleine Buchner, CEO and Founder of Little Dreamers, a trailblazing organisation supporting young carers. Maddie shares her entrepreneurial journey from founding the organisation at age 16 to leading a national team across multiple states. Listen in on the unique challenges young carers f…
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Advocating for Music Therapy in Australia
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40:16In this compelling episode, host Cathy Love sits down with Monica Zidar, President of the Australian Music Therapy Association (AMTA), experienced music therapist, and Director of Queensland Paediatric Allied Health. Monica shares her journey from a student volunteer to leading AMTA during a time of significant challenges. She reflects on the criti…
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In this engaging episode, Cathy Love chats with Charmaine Owen, Founding Director of Kids and Community, about navigating uncertainty, co-designing services, and leading with authenticity. Charmaine shares her refreshing perspective on thriving in unpredictable times and how her team’s innovative programs, like their unique Community Inclusion Coac…
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