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Andrew Fick, an unconventional accountant and promoter of South Africa, shares insights on why understanding numbers is essential for business health.

Many individuals, including those in healthcare, are fearful of numbers, leading to anxiety and hindering business growth.

The Fear of Numbers: Andrew recalls a story of a woman terrified of accounting, highlighting the pervasive fear stemming from inadequate education and negative experiences in school. The complexity of accounting compared to simple childhood games like Monopoly contributes to this fear.

The Importance of Knowing Your Numbers: Andrew emphasizes the necessity of understanding financial statements (income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow) for business success. Businesses must focus on building assets and understanding the value they create, with an eye toward eventual sale or succession planning.

Moving Beyond Fear with Gamification: Andrew employs gamification to make finance accessible and engaging, using click-and-drag activities to teach financial concepts. Customized training modules tailored to different industries help employees grasp finance fundamentals and understand their impact on the bottom line.

Empowering Non-Finance Teams: Finance training for non-finance departments, such as sales and HR, is crucial for fostering accountability and aligning actions with business objectives. Enterprise-wide financial literacy promotes efficiency and ensures everyone understands their role in driving profitability.

Overcoming Fear by Taking Action: Andrew advises practitioners to start by assessing their business's current state, understanding their clients, and analysing profitability. Empowering oneself with financial knowledge is key to making informed decisions, improving profitability, and optimising business operations.

Conclusion: Andrew's innovative approach to financial education empowers individuals and businesses to conquer their fear of numbers and achieve sustainable growth.

Listeners can connect with Andrew on LinkedIn or visit www.financefusion.com for more insights and resources. Andrew's gamification approach makes finance accessible and engaging, empowering individuals to take control of their financial health and drive business success.

In this latest episode of the Kate and Jerry Show, we dive deep into the complexities of the healthcare revenue model, particularly in the U.S.

Join us as Kate candidly shares her puzzlement over terms like 'cash-based', 'in-network', and 'out of network' often flaunted in the healthcare scene.

Jerry provides a high-level perspective, emphasising that like all businesses, the revenue in healthcare comes from its customers.

However, we question: Why is the healthcare model in the U.S. so intricate? Why does it often seem to prioritize payment methods over patient care? Drawing parallels with non-healthcare businesses, Jerry highlights the fundamental disconnect and confusion in how healthcare businesses present themselves.

Kate further delves into the vulnerability of depending heavily on insurance companies and the importance of proving the effectiveness of one's service.

In an era where value and experience are paramount, we discuss the pitfalls of basing a practice solely around insurance reimbursements.

Listen in as we emphasise the importance of getting back to business basics, understanding your clientele, and ensuring an experience that's truly centered around them.

Join Kate Markland and Jerry Durham as we delve into profound discussions on the pivotal importance of establishing a strong foundation for your healthcare practice before bringing it to life.

Drawing inspiration from the Kissing Bridge in Copenhagen, we unravel the essence of mastering the fundamentals, ensuring financial security, and setting a firm foundation for your aspirations.

Join us for a deep dive into the tyranny of societal dogma and the trap of debt slavery.

Kate and Jerry share their perspectives on the education system, societal constructs, and the challenge of financial obligations that shape the path of many from a young age. They challenge the status quo and ask, "What if there's a different way of doing things?"

Listen in for insights on personal responsibility, the quest for curiosity, and the courage it takes to forge your own path in life.

Key Takeaways:


Many graduates enter the world burdened by debt, often feeling entrapped as "debt slaves."
The importance of questioning societal norms and expectations instead of blindly following them.
The paradox of seeking help: While we expect our patients/clients to come to us vulnerably seeking assistance, many of us are resistant to seeking help ourselves.
The difference between simply outsourcing tasks and genuinely asking for guidance and assistance.
The pitfalls of operating in a repetitive cycle without recognizing the need for change, even in successful ventures.
Taking ownership of our choices and actions and being proactive in creating the life we desire.
The invaluable resource of time – it's the one thing you can't get back.

The role of curiosity in growth and self-awareness:

It's not just about seeking change but understanding the "why" behind it. The significant difference between service culture in the US and the UK.

The power of self-reflection:

How can we expect different behaviors from others if we aren't willing to embody them ourselves?

Tune in to get inspired and rethink the path you're on, or reinforce the choices you've made.

Whether you're a student, a young professional, or years into your journey, there's something here for everyone.

Diane Konkin shares the power of the mind and how it shapes our perceptions, behaviours, and overall well-being. The conversation explores overcoming limiting beliefs, the effectiveness of hypnosis in rewiring the subconscious, and the importance of self-perception.

Part 1: Breaking the Chains of Limiting Beliefs

Diane highlights the detrimental impact of self-limiting thoughts and beliefs, emphasising how they create cycles of negativity. Drawing from neuroscience and personal anecdotes, she discusses the power of interrupting these thought patterns and redirecting the mind towards positivity.

Part 2: Hypnosis and Rapid Transformation

The discussion shifts to the transformative effects of hypnosis, explaining how hypnosis, often misunderstood due to stage performances, can be a powerful tool for rapid change by accessing the subconscious mind. Through case studies, she demonstrates its effectiveness in breaking free from addictive behaviours and negative thought cycles.

Part 3: Becoming the Boss of Your Mind

Diane encourages listeners to take control of their thoughts, emphasising the role of self-praise and positive affirmations in building resilience. The conversation touches on the intersection of science and spirituality, highlighting the potential for heightened consciousness.

Diane provides practical advice on visualisations, self-talk, and the importance of surrendering to the uncertainty of life.

Listeners are invited to consider the impact of their self-perception, challenge limiting beliefs, and explore the transformative potential of their own minds.

Welcome to the inaugural episode of "The Kate and Jerry Show," Jerry Durham and I are aiming to empower small practitioners and clinic owners like you to thrive and make a meaningful impact to those you serve. We share the importance of understanding and implementing basic fundamentals consistently, even if they might seem dull or tedious!

Jerry gives me a lesson in the richter scale as we stress the need for building strong foundations in business, to withstand seismic changes!

Our aim with the show is to guide you as you creating a health and wellness businesses which is not only resilient but also unique and impactful for your local community.

We promise throughout the series to share insights, and practical advice to help you as practitioner-preneur navigate and succeed in the "corptocracy" that healthcare has become!