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.

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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.

Are you a new grad PT navigating your first home purchase on a $75–$90K salary?

Concierge PT owner & CEO Dr. Sean Lordan, DPT, OCS, CSCS sits down with Massachusetts realtor Jackie Crawford-Ross to break down practical, relevant insider tips on budgeting, financing, and finding your dream home while balancing hefty student loans from your doctorate degree.

Learn how to make your first home a smart investment while starting your PT career on solid ground!

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In this episode of The PT’s PT Podcast, Dr. Sean Lordan chats with Brittnie West, a third-year DPT student at Tufts University, about her unique journey into physical therapy, from childhood hippotherapy to becoming a driven clinical student with big goals. Brittnie shares why she thrives more in the clinic than the classroom, the power of building patient rapport, and what she’s looking for in her first PT job.

She opens up about her vision to become a clinic director and sports specialist, and what kind of mentorship and workplace culture she believes helps PTs truly grow.

Whether you’re a new grad, clinical student, or early-career PT, Brittnie’s advice will hit home: trust your training and never stop learning.

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What happens when you combine clinical excellence, academic leadership, and a desire to evolve the PT profession? In this episode of The PT’s PT Podcast, Dr. Sean Lordan, owner & CEO of Concierge Physical Therapy sits down with Dr. Eric Folmar, DPT, OCS — a seasoned orthopedic clinician, private practice owner, and professor at Northeastern University’s DPT program — for a deep dive into the future of physical therapy education and practice.

🎙️ Topics covered:

• How Eric balances clinical work and teaching
• Techniques that work in practice but don't have consistent research
• How Northeastern is innovating DPT education
• Why the PT profession is facing growing pains — and how to fix it

Whether you're a PT student, new grad, or seasoned clinician, this conversation is packed with perspective, truth bombs, and vision for where the profession needs to go.

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In this raw and real episode of The PT’s PT Podcast, Dr. Sean Lordan, owner & CEO of Concierge Physical Therapy, sits down with 2nd-year DPT student Roshawn Isidor aka @_rizzfitness on Instagram — a rising voice in fitness and physical therapy — to break down everything you didn’t learn in school, from a clinic owner to a student.

💥 They talk:

What new grad PTs are REALLY looking for in their careers

How Rizz is bridging the gap between traditional PT and modern fitness culture

The power of personal branding in the fitness & healthcare space

Why mentorship is the missing ingredient in most PT career paths

This episode is for every DPT who’s questioning the “safe” path — and wants more out of their career. If you're building your brand, building your career, or just trying to stay inspired — you need this conversation.

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Student debt doesn’t have to define your career.

In this episode of The PT’s PT Podcast, Dr. Sean Lordan, owner & CEO of Concierge Physical Therapy, sits down with Certified Financial Planner, Brandon Parker, to break down real, actionable financial advice for new grad physical therapists. From tackling six-figure student loans to building smart money habits from day one, this is the financial playbook you never got in school — but desperately need. 💬 In this episode:

• Best ways for PTs to manage and pay off student loans
• What your budget should actually look like as a new grad
• Why starting early with investing matters more than you think
• The biggest financial mistakes young PTs make — and how to avoid them

Whether you're a recent DPT grad or just thinking ahead, this episode is your blueprint to financial freedom!

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In Episode 12 of the PT's PT Podcast, Dr. Sean Lordan, DPT OCS CSCS, owner & CEO of Concierge Physical Therapy, sits down with Dr. Stephanie Franciose, DPT.

Steph has over 10 years of experience as a PT and is the Clinic Director at Concierge Physical Therapy's Sutton location, a role she never originally envisioned for herself! Steph shares her journey to growing into a leadership position and shares her insights on what other physical therapists can do to set themselves up for success throughout their career.

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