Private practice physical therapy growth starts with influence. In this episode, PTs and clinic owners learn how building community, mentorship, and niche expertise can create authority, referrals, and new revenue streams.
Mike Chua joins the show to break down the MENTOR framework — a practical roadmap physical therapists can use to build influence, grow their professional network, and create opportunities beyond traditional clinical work.
From writing short books to building Facebook communities with tens of thousands of members, Mike shares how PTs can turn expertise into education, content, and scalable impact. If you're a PT thinking about leadership, alternative careers, or expanding your professional reach, this conversation gives you a clear starting point.
You’ll learn how community building leads to referrals, why niche positioning matters, and how content like books, social media posts, and live videos can position you as a trusted authority in your specialty.
CHAPTERS
00:00 Show Introduction
02:10 Mike Chua’s PT Journey
06:40 The MENTOR Framework
11:20 Building Online Communities
14:05 Turning Knowledge Into Books
18:00 Content That Builds Authority
21:45 Why Teaching Accelerates Learning
23:50 Three Questions Segment
27:40 FAST Success Framework
