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PODCAST

Bariatric Business Accelerator

Karol H. Clark, MSN, RN - Bariatric Business Coach

Welcome to Bariatric Business Accelerator, the podcast created for busy weight loss practitioners and their teams who want to systematize, simplify and accelerate the growth of their new or established weight loss practice.

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All Episodes

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72 - Solid Marketing Advice for Your Weight Loss...

Bariatric Business Accelerator ·

2025/02/10

Join Karol Clark as she shares over a decade of expertise in marketing weight loss surgical and medical practices. In this episode, Karol discusses common pitfalls to avoid and provides a straightforward approach to creating an effective marketing plan—even if you’re not a marketing expert. Packed with practical tips that have delivered results for her and her clients, this episode offers insights into what’s working today and how to stay ahead in the ever-evolving healthcare landscape

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8:58

71 - The Top 4 Mistakes Practitioners Make When...

Bariatric Business Accelerator ·

2025/02/03

Starting a new weight loss practice can be an exciting journey, but it’s not without challenges. Many practitioners unknowingly make critical mistakes that can hinder their success and growth. In this podcast, Karol Clark explores the top four common pitfalls she sees after helping practitioners open (or grow) many new practices or programs: lacking a solid business plan, failing to develop clear systems, underestimating the importance of marketing, and trying to do everything themselves

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8:10

70 - What is it like to do a comprehensive weight...

Bariatric Business Accelerator ·

2025/01/27

In this episode, Karol Clark, founder of Weight Loss Practice Builder reveals the step-by-step process she uses to conduct comprehensive year-end reviews with physicians and teams in weight loss practices. Learn how to evaluate key metrics—such as patient volume, marketing performance, and financial outcomes—identify what worked (and what didn’t), and set actionable goals for the upcoming quarter and year. Karol also shares strategies to turn your insights into a clear action plan for

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9:09

69 - Lessons Learned in 2024: Insights for Building a...

Bariatric Business Accelerator ·

2025/01/20

Join us in this podcast as Karol Clark, Founder of Weight Loss Practice Builder reflects on the pivotal lessons of 2024 in the weight loss industry. From navigating economic pressures and managing patient expectations to adopting innovative technologies and expanding practice offerings, this episode dives deep into the challenges and opportunities weight loss physicians faced over the past year. Karol discusses: • How inflation and economic shifts influenced patient affordability and

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11:27

68 - 5 Lessons Learned in 2024 that Will Help to...

Bariatric Business Accelerator ·

2024/12/09

In this podcast, Karol shares 5 important lessons learned in 2024 that will help to build a stronger 2025 for her and for all weight loss practitioners. She gives examples and shares the 'bottom line' for greatest impact.These lessons include: 1. Adaptability is a Non-Negotiable Required Core Skill (how to create calm from chaos) 2. Personalization Drives Connection (how to stand out in a busy market) 3. Consistency Beats Perfection (to build true business momentum) 4. Collaboration and

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7:36

67 - The Power of a Year End Review for Your Weight...

Bariatric Business Accelerator ·

2024/12/02

In this insightful podcast episode, Karol Clark, CEO or Weight Loss Practice Builder explores why a year-end review is a critical step to take prior to setting goals for the next quarter or year. Taking the time to reflect on your achievements, challenges, and lessons learned can provide the clarity and focus needed to create a strategic and impactful plan for the future. Karol shares her practical tips for conducting an effective review and explain how this process sets the foundation for

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2:54

66 - Expressing My Gratitude and Sharing Ideas for...

Bariatric Business Accelerator ·

2024/11/26

In this episode, Karol Clark reflects on the incredible members and private clients she has the privilege of supporting. She also celebrates the dedicated team that helps run the Center for Weight Loss Success in Virginia with their tireless effort and commitment. Karol also shares some creative and meaningful ways practitioners she works with are showing appreciation to their teams during the holiday season—ideas to inspire and uplift as we close out the year with gratitude and

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8:13

65 - A Day in the Life of Karol Clark - What She is...

Bariatric Business Accelerator ·

2024/11/18

In this podcast, Karol Clark share a bit about her daily activities, how she works with various physicians, programs, and health systems and what's in store for the future. Just like you, she runs a busy weight loss practice but with a well-oiled machine there with a terrific team, she spends most of her time consulting with physicians and their teams to establish or grow weight loss practices. It is a joy and honor - learn more and if you desire a complimentary session with Karol, reach

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8:40

64 - Why It Makes Sense to Have an e Store for Your...

Bariatric Business Accelerator ·

2024/11/11

In this podcast, Karol Clark shares 10 important reasons why it makes sense to have an e-store for your weight loss practice. This podcast is an elaboration of a blog she recently wrote for Robard Corporation (https://robard.com/blog/why-it-makes-sense-to-have-an-e-store-for-your-weight-loss-practice/) It's not just about selling products, it is about creating a comprehensive, supportive environment that empowers patients to succeed. From improving patient compliance and outcomes to

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5:23

63 - What You Need to Be Doing These Last Months of...

Bariatric Business Accelerator ·

2024/11/04

In this podcast, Karol Clark shares exactly why you should NOT write off the last few months of 2024. She also shares what you need to be doing right now to accelerate progress in 2024 and prepare for a terrific 2025. Karol specifies exactly where you will find answers to whatever is going on in your practice. Your organizational chart, your patient pathway, and your marketing and financial metrics. This is the window she uses every time she evaluates a practice/program whether independent,

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6:50

62 - Proper Treatment Comes from Proper Diagnosis in...

Bariatric Business Accelerator ·

2024/10/21

If you are experiencing problems in your practice, treating the symptoms without understanding the root cause leads to putting fires out all of the time, added frustration and often, additional problems such as burnout and team turnover. It's time to properly address what you likely know in your gut is wrong instead of hoping the problem will go away. In this podcast, Karol shares a process for making this happen. If you desire assistance diagnosing or treating problems in your practice,

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2:32

61 - Wise Advice for Weight Loss Practice Leaders

Bariatric Business Accelerator ·

2024/10/14

After decades of working with patients, leading teams, and consulting, this advice resonates. From Ziad Abdelnour, 'Never let success go to your head and never let failure get to your heart.' There are wins and struggles in every business so keep this in mind. Karol is cheering you on and if you want more free resources to grow your practice, visit https://www.weightlosspracticebuilder.com

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5:49

60 - How Karol Began Her Consulting Business and Why...

Bariatric Business Accelerator ·

2024/10/07

In this podcast, Karol briefly shares how Weight Loss Practice Builder came to exist and why she loves consulting with individual, group, and hospital based weight loss practices/programs. We all need to reflect on this - especially when frustrations arise - as they always do. Enjoy! For free resources, visit https://www.weightlosspracticebuilder.com/free

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59 - How to Maximize the Use of Your Reception Area

Bariatric Business Accelerator ·

2024/09/30

You only get one first impression when people walk into your office. Why not WOW them with inspiration. Karol shares exactly how to do this, along with specific examples. For more information, visit https://www.weightlosspracticebuilder.com

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58 - Why I Love the 10th of the Month and You Should Too

Bariatric Business Accelerator ·

2024/09/03

In this podcast, Karol shares why the 10th of each month is so exciting - it is the day that metrics from the previous month are due. Sound boring or overwhelming? Karol loves it because for the practice she manages as well as the many practices/programs she works with, metric reports come in and then interpretation begins. What can you celebrate? Where are there struggles? Then, what strategies can you put into place to improve your metrics. Karol also shares exactly what metrics need to

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7:09

57 - The 4 C's of Effective Team Leadership

Bariatric Business Accelerator ·

2024/08/29

After nearly three decades of leading various sizes of teams, Karol shares what she believes to be the 4 C's of Effective Team Leadership. In the practice she runs with her husband, Dr. Thomas W. Clark, team longevity is from 12 years to 25 years! This does not happen by accident. It takes Caring, Consistency, Clarity, and Consequences for long-term success. Karol explains each one in more detail. Enjoy and build your dream team. You can also schedule a complimentary opportunity audit with

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6:37

56 - 4 Ways to Increase Business Resilience in Your...

Bariatric Business Accelerator ·

2024/07/29

In the ever changing weight loss industry, we all could use a bit more resilience! In this podcast, Karol shares 4 effective ways to increase resilience for your weight loss practice. These include Diversify Revenue Streams, Implement Robust Financial Management, Leverage Technology, and Hire/Foster a Strong Team. Karol also shares tactics to help with each. Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast and sign-up for Karol's weekly business building e-newsletter at

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7:24

55 - Bonus Structure Ideas for Physician Extenders in...

Bariatric Business Accelerator ·

2024/07/22

If you are trying to hire and maintain a strong team of physician extenders, having a bonus structure in place can help! Karol shares considerations/warnings along with what is working in practices when it comes to this topic. Enjoy and don't forget to sign up for Karol's business building weekly e-newsletter at https://subscribe.weightlosspracticebuilder.com/

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54 - Exit Strategies for Weight Loss Practitioners...

Bariatric Business Accelerator ·

2024/07/15

In this podcast, Karol Clark shares 7 of the more common exit strategies for weight loss practitioners. No matter where you are in your career, it is never too early to consider and prepare for your ideal exit strategy. Karol reviews not only these 7 strategies, but reviews important considerations for you to address now and in the future. Enjoy and don't forget to subscribe to this podcast and Karol's business building, easy to read/implement weekly e-newsletter at

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10:12

53 - 8 Ways to Improve the Effectiveness of Email...

Bariatric Business Accelerator ·

2024/07/08

In this podcast, Karol discusses 8 ways to improve the effectiveness of email marketing - a topic she is very passionate about. Your email list is one of your greatest assets. Learn how to build your email list, engage your patients, connect with them, and convert those interested in what you offer into new patients. For more business building tips, join Karol's business e-newsletter at https://subscribe.weightlosspracticebuilder.com/ and for the full blog on this topic, go to

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