Episode 256: 3 Ways Fear Of Rebooking Is Hurting Your Practice

Practice Acceleration Podcast

Have you ever had a patient cancel an appointment on short notice? If so, you're not alone. In fact, cancelled appointments are a common problem in healthcare. But what's even more common is the fear of rebooking those appointments.

Many practitioners avoid rebooking appointments out of fear that they'll be seen as pushy or needy. As a result, they don't say anything about rebooking at the end of the appointment, and the client simply leaves without scheduling another session.

However, this fear is misplaced and is actually hurting your practice. When you do not rebook your clients, you are missing out on essential repeat business.

In this episode, we’ll share 3 ways fear of rebooking is hurting your practice. While it may seem counterintuitive, rebooking your clients is actually good for business. With it, you’ll create a steadier stream of income and help to ensure that your clients receive the care they need on a regular basis.

In this episode of the Practice Acceleration Podcast you’ll learn:

• Why is rebooking conversations avoided
• The dangers of underbooking your patients
• How much are you losing when you underbook
• The importance of being consistent

It's time to let go of your fear of rebooking and start growing your business! If you want to know more, tune in now.

If you haven’t listened to our previous episode about the Hot Seat Session with Kirsten Montgomery, go back and check out Episode 254.

P.S If you want to learn more tips about how to get new patients, chat to one of our expert coaches at practiceacceleration.com/meet and see how we can help you!

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