400 - PAID OFF: Why Financial Literacy Matters for Podiatrists

This episode also coincides with the show's seventh birthday, making it the perfect time to pause, reflect, and tackle a topic that quietly influences every podiatrist’s career yet is rarely discussed openly: money.

Why Talk About Money on a Podiatry Podcast?

Money can feel like an uncomfortable topic in healthcare. Many of us entered podiatry to help people, not to talk about finances, lending, or wealth creation. Yet financial stress is one of the most significant contributors to burnout, career dissatisfaction, and poor life balance.

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That’s why I invited Andrew Jacobs onto the podcast. Andrew is an osteopath-turned-mortgage broker who specialises in working with allied health professionals. He understands how health practitioners think because he is one. He’s also the author of two books, Healthy Money and Paid Off, both written specifically for health professionals who were never taught financial literacy at university.

This conversation isn’t about chasing flashy lifestyles or becoming obsessed with money. It’s about understanding how money works, so it stops working against you.

Learn more about Andrew Jacobs and download his books at
www.mortgagechoice.com.au/andrew.jacobs

I also encourage you to read the full show notes and find all episode links at
www.podiatrylegends.com

Are you looking for a one-on-one business coach that's actually done what they teach?

A business owner I spoke with in early 2024 made an extra $40,000 by following my advice from a 30-minute FREE Zoom call. 

Think about it - You have everything to gain and nothing to lose. Please use the link below to schedule your Zoom call. 

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400- PAID OFF: Why Financial Literacy Matters for Podiatrists with Andrew Jacobs

To celebrate this 400th episode, I’m joined by Andrew Jacobs, an osteopath turned mortgage broker who specialises in working with allied health professionals. Andrew is also the author of Paid Off and Healthy Money, two books written specifically to improve financial literacy among health practitioners.

In this episode, we explore why so many podiatrists feel uncomfortable talking about money, despite financial stress being one of the biggest contributors to burnout and career dissatisfaction.

Andrew explains how understanding basic financial concepts, such as cash flow, debt, lending structures, and repayment strategies, can have a massive long-term impact on your career options and lifestyle.

We also discuss why banks actually view podiatrists as low-risk borrowers, the profession-specific lending opportunities many podiatrists don’t know exist, and how small changes made early can save hundreds of thousands of dollars over time.

This conversation isn’t about chasing wealth. It’s about creating choice, flexibility, and long-term security.

Learn more about Andrew Jacobs and download his books at
www.mortgagechoice.com.au/andrew.jacobs

I also encourage you to read the full show notes and find all episode links at
www.podiatrylegends.com

Are you looking for a one-on-one business coach that's actually done what they teach?

A business owner I spoke with in early 2024 made an extra $40,000 by following my advice from a 30-minute FREE Zoom call. 

Think about it - You have everything to gain and nothing to lose. Please use the link below to schedule your Zoom call. 

https://calendly.com/tysonfranklin/podmeeting30

 If you're not yet ready to contact me, consider buying my Books - https://amzn.to/4oBl3r3

Check out this episode!

400- PAID OFF: Why Financial Literacy Matters for Podiatrists with Andrew Jacobs

To celebrate this 400th episode, I’m joined by Andrew Jacobs, an osteopath turned mortgage broker who specialises in working with allied health professionals. Andrew is also the author of Paid Off and Healthy Money, two books written specifically to improve financial literacy among health practitioners.

In this episode, we explore why so many podiatrists feel uncomfortable talking about money, despite financial stress being one of the biggest contributors to burnout and career dissatisfaction.

Andrew explains how understanding basic financial concepts, such as cash flow, debt, lending structures, and repayment strategies, can have a massive long-term impact on your career options and lifestyle.

We also discuss why banks actually view podiatrists as low-risk borrowers, the profession-specific lending opportunities many podiatrists don’t know exist, and how small changes made early can save hundreds of thousands of dollars over time.

This conversation isn’t about chasing wealth. It’s about creating choice, flexibility, and long-term security.

Learn more about Andrew Jacobs and download his books at
www.mortgagechoice.com.au/andrew.jacobs

I also encourage you to read the full show notes and find all episode links at
www.podiatrylegends.com

Are you looking for a one-on-one business coach that's actually done what they teach?

A business owner I spoke with in early 2024 made an extra $40,000 by following my advice from a 30-minute FREE Zoom call. 

Think about it - You have everything to gain and nothing to lose. Please use the link below to schedule your Zoom call. 

https://calendly.com/tysonfranklin/podmeeting30

 If you're not yet ready to contact me, consider buying my Books - https://amzn.to/4oBl3r3

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399 - Dont Just Set Goals, Solve Problems: A Better Way to Plan for 2026

In this final episode of my four-part December solo series, I share why traditional goal-setting often fails podiatry business owners and what to do instead. If you’ve ever set goals in December only to forget them by February, you’re not alone. The problem isn’t always motivation; it’s that most goals are too vague, too shallow, or completely disconnected from the real issues holding you back.

Rather than chasing surface-level growth targets, I encourage you to shift to problem-first thinking.

Because while a goal gives you direction, a problem gives you focus. When you start solving the right problems, like poor patient retention, underperforming team systems, or mental burnout, growth becomes targeted, measurable, and sustainable.

I also walk through a simple 3-question framework to help you prioritise problems and plan smarter for 2026.

This episode is packed with real-world examples and practical strategies you can apply right now. Whether you're looking to improve profitability, marketing clarity, or your own mindset, this approach will help you break the rinse-and-repeat cycle of goal-setting and finally create momentum that lasts.

If you’re serious about making next year your best yet, this is the episode to start with.

No one wants a business coach; however, if you are looking, let’s talk.  

A business owner I spoke with in early 2024 made an extra $40,000 by following my advice from a 30-minute FREE Zoom call. They were so happy that they bought me a $400 bottle of bourbon. That’s a win-win for both of us.

Think about it: You have everything to gain and nothing to lose. Please use the link below to schedule your Zoom call. 

 And, if you’re not yet ready to contact me, consider buying one of my books.  

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My Books:

2014 – It’s No Secret There’s Money in Podiatry 

2017 – It’s No Secret There’s Money in Small Business  

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399 - Dont Just Set Goals, Solve Problems: A Better Way to Plan for 2026

In this final episode of my four-part December solo series, I share why traditional goal-setting often fails podiatry business owners and what to do instead. If you’ve ever set goals in December only to forget them by February, you’re not alone. The problem isn’t always motivation; it’s that most goals are too vague, too shallow, or completely disconnected from the real issues holding you back.

Rather than chasing surface-level growth targets, I encourage you to shift to problem-first thinking.

Because while a goal gives you direction, a problem gives you focus. When you start solving the right problems, like poor patient retention, underperforming team systems, or mental burnout, growth becomes targeted, measurable, and sustainable.

I also walk through a simple 3-question framework to help you prioritise problems and plan smarter for 2026.

This episode is packed with real-world examples and practical strategies you can apply right now. Whether you're looking to improve profitability, marketing clarity, or your own mindset, this approach will help you break the rinse-and-repeat cycle of goal-setting and finally create momentum that lasts.

If you’re serious about making next year your best yet, this is the episode to start with.

No one wants a business coach; however, if you are looking, let’s talk.  

A business owner I spoke with in early 2024 made an extra $40,000 by following my advice from a 30-minute FREE Zoom call. They were so happy that they bought me a $400 bottle of bourbon. That’s a win-win for both of us.

Think about it: You have everything to gain and nothing to lose. Please use the link below to schedule your Zoom call. 

 And, if you’re not yet ready to contact me, consider buying one of my books.  

ONLINE CALENDAR

My Books:

2014 – It’s No Secret There’s Money in Podiatry 

2017 – It’s No Secret There’s Money in Small Business  

Check out this episode!

398 - Designing A Better Work Week

Small Changes that Make A Big Impact

As podiatrists, we’re often guilty of letting the week run us, rather than intentionally designing our schedules to work for us. Patients pile in, admin creeps into every gap, and before we know it, another week (or year) has flown by in a blur.

In this solo episode, I discuss why so many podiatry business owners feel overworked and scattered, and how a few small changes can transform your weekly rhythm, energy, and impact.

The main culprits behind a chaotic week?

• Overcommitment – Saying yes to everything, leaving no time to breathe

• Lack of boundaries – Letting patients, staff, or admin tasks blur personal time

• Energy mismatches – Doing low-value work when you’re mentally at your best

The good news? You don’t need a total overhaul. Just a few small tweaks.

For more detailed notes, please visit www.podiatrylegends.com/blog

No one wants a business coach; however, if you are looking, let's talk.  

A business owner I spoke with in early 2024 made an extra $40,000 by following my advice from a 30-minute FREE Zoom call. They were so happy that they bought me a $400 bottle of bourbon. That's a win-win for both of us.

Think about it - You have everything to gain and nothing to lose. Please use the link below to schedule your Zoom call. 

https://calendly.com/tysonfranklin/podmeeting30

 If you're not yet ready to contact me, consider buying my Books - https://amzn.to/4oBl3r3

Check out this episode!

398 - Designing A Better Work Week

Small Changes that Make A Big Impact

As podiatrists, we’re often guilty of letting the week run us, rather than intentionally designing our schedules to work for us. Patients pile in, admin creeps into every gap, and before we know it, another week (or year) has flown by in a blur.

In this solo episode, I discuss why so many podiatry business owners feel overworked and scattered, and how a few small changes can transform your weekly rhythm, energy, and impact.

The main culprits behind a chaotic week?

• Overcommitment – Saying yes to everything, leaving no time to breathe

• Lack of boundaries – Letting patients, staff, or admin tasks blur personal time

• Energy mismatches – Doing low-value work when you’re mentally at your best

The good news? You don’t need a total overhaul. Just a few small tweaks.

For more detailed notes, please visit www.podiatrylegends.com/blog

No one wants a business coach; however, if you are looking, let's talk.  

A business owner I spoke with in early 2024 made an extra $40,000 by following my advice from a 30-minute FREE Zoom call. They were so happy that they bought me a $400 bottle of bourbon. That's a win-win for both of us.

Think about it - You have everything to gain and nothing to lose. Please use the link below to schedule your Zoom call. 

https://calendly.com/tysonfranklin/podmeeting30

 If you're not yet ready to contact me, consider buying my Books - https://amzn.to/4oBl3r3

Check out the latest podcast episode!