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The real breakdown of what it costs to launch — no fluff, no scare tactics, just numbers.
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Group Practice Guide to Profitability
Why your group practice might not be profitable — and the business model shifts that fix it.
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The Awkward Money Conversations Every Therapist Dreads
Let's talk about the thing nobody wants to talk about — what you make, what you should make, and why it matters.
Latest Articles
The Tech Savvy Office
Imagine, if you will, the ultimate in tech savviness for your office. What do you see? I mean...your office might start to look like a scene from Star Trek. But at Zynnyme, we like to keep things simple. These are our top must haves for getting your office tech savvy
Happily Married...Really?
As therapists, we see people in our offices, determined to make a relationship work, when sometimes to us, it is evident that it is not going to work. As technology consultants, we see the same thing! Let me explain.
I built my first website, all on my own using iWeb. I had a new MacBook that I loved and thought, heck why not use the free software to build my website.
Free Technology Consultation Winner!
Today, I had the pleasure of hosting a booth at the OC CAMFT Luncheon. It was a blast talking to therapists about their technology needs. We had a drawing for 30 minutes of FREE technology consultation. The winner is Shelley Zeigler, LMFT, in Costa Mesa! Congrats Shelley! Can't wait to chat!
One of the most common questions from today was "Can you build a website for me?"
Where Good Ideas Happen
Wonderful, lazy Sunday listening to National Public Radio (NPR) and was surprised to hear a fantastic TedTalk that I had heard before and how inspired I was this beautiful afternoon. I have so many ideas swirling around, but the long and the short of it is- we are made to live and think in community.
Should Therapist Facebook Business Pages Allow Check Ins?
So, you are a therapist who is comfortable with technology, or one that someone convinced to get a Facebook business page. What about Facebook Places?
You might be asking yourself questions like?
What is Facebook Places?
Can I turn off people's ability to check-in with me?
Top 10 Signs You May Need a Technology Coach as a Therapist
Thought we might have a little fun this morning with a David Letterman style Top 10 list... wait a minute- is he even on? Wow... I am a dinosaur... Guess y'all know that this gal doesn't stay up past 10 pm- or subscribe to cable!
Pros and Cons of Technology
Ever asked a client to write a pros and cons list when making a decision? Why not do this before you integrate some technology into your private practice. We aren't going to tell you that you HAVE to integrate the tech side of things. We are going to tell you that you HAVE to make an informed decision and do what is BEST for your practice.
Pro: People can have access to information 24/7
Con: Some people forget to get some sleep and try to keep up with technology 24/7
“BST was the best investment I have made in myself. I went from working 45-50 hours per week to working 25 hrs, doubling my income,” Cyndi
What if this really could change everything?
You don’t have to decide today.
Just get on the interest list and we’ll walk you through what Business School for Therapists is, what it includes, and how it’s helped thousands of therapists get their life (and income) back.