In this episode of PT’s PT Podcast, Concierge Physical Therapy owners Dr. Sean Lordan, DPT OCS CSCS and Brooke Lordan, MS CCC-SLP, RAC-CT dive into one of the biggest conversations happening in physical therapy right now: the PT recruiting "crisis." But is it really just a recruiting shortage, or do most clinics actually have an attraction problem? Sean and Brooke break down:

• Why top clinics don’t struggle to recruit the way others do
• How leadership development creates stronger clinician retention
• The real causes of PT burnout in outpatient physical therapy
• Why “career ladders” often fail ambitious clinicians
• Creating flexible career paths beyond just staff PT to clinic director
• Work-life balance vs. work-life harmony in healthcare
• The truth about cash-based PT and whether it really offers freedom
• How to build a clinic culture that top PTs actually want to join

If you're a clinic owner, director, recruiter, or physical therapist trying to find the right career path, this conversation is for you. Interested in joining Concierge Physical Therapy? Visit conciergephysicaltherapy.com/careers!

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Starting your career as a new graduate physical therapist can feel overwhelming. PT school teaches you how to pass the boards, but it rarely teaches you how to actually succeed in the profession.

In this episode of The PT’s PT Podcast, Concierge Physical Therapy owner & CEO Dr. Sean Lordan, DPT, OCS, CSCS sits down with Concierge Physical Therapy co-owner and Chief Strategy Officer Brooke Lordan, MS CCC-SLP, RAC-CT to discuss the inspiration behind his new book “11 Lessons for Growth and Success in Physical Therapy.” Together, they break down the career advice every new grad PT needs to hear: from developing clinical confidence and communication skills to navigating finances, leadership, and long-term career growth. If you're an early-career physical therapist, PT student, or new grad entering the field, this conversation will give you the mindset and strategy to build a fulfilling career.

In this episode, we discuss:

❇️ The biggest mistake new grad physical therapists make

❇️ Why the first 6-12 months of your career matter most

❇️ How to develop real clinical confidence after PT school

❇️ Communication skills every successful PT must learn

❇️ The role of mentorship and leadership in early career growth

❇️ Why mindset, mindfulness, and personal growth matter in healthcare careers

❇️ How to build a long-term vision and financial security in your PT career

About The Book

“11 Lessons for Growth and Success in Physical Therapy” shares hard-earned insights from Dr. Lordan himself, from over a decade of building a successful practice and mentoring clinicians. These lessons are designed to help new graduate PTs avoid common mistakes, grow faster clinically, and build a career that’s both financially and personally fulfilling.

Buy It In eBook or Paperback Here: https://amzn.to/4ivhFeY

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• His journey from high school athlete to MLB and pro lacrosse PT.
• The realities of working in professional sports vs. outpatient care.
• Why patience, hands-on skills, and people skills are the keys to long-term success.
• How hybrid PT programs are shaping the future of physical therapy education.
• Advice for new grads chasing dreams in pro sports or academia.