Dr. Nathan Ivey comes from the Pacific Northwest and is from a family of 10. He got his podiatry degree from the California College of Podiatric Medicine in 1999. Eventually, the lack of sun got to him and his wife, so they uprooted and moved down to New Mexico, where he has been in practice ever since. His specialty is in rearfoot and ankle reconstruction, but he is also adept at using orthotics to correct issues that would otherwise require surgery. He is a business owner who is familiar with the stresses and obstacles involved in running a practice and taking over a practice. Over the years, he has built a sense of resiliency into his entrepreneurial style—something we can all learn from.

0:00 Preview - Obstacles in Taking Over a Practice

1:17 Introduction

4:44 Is There a Secret to Podiatry Growth?

8:48 How Nathan Got Started

11:50 Building Without a Guide

13:28 Nathan’s Background Outside of Work

14:34 Setting Up Shop in Albuquerque

16:38 Obstacles in Taking Over a Practice

21:00 The Necessity of Resilience

23:45 Marketing Before FWM

26:10 Modernizing Marketing With FWM

30:50 Performance Improvements With FWM

33:55 Flying From Practice to Practice

36:29 Dealing With Social Anxiety

41:26 Nathan’s Best Piece of Advice

42:31 Nathan’s Daily Rituals

44:58 Closing Thoughts

You’d be hard-pressed to find a podiatrist, or any entrepreneur for that matter, that has a story quite like Dr. Nathan Ivey’s. His practice has been forged out of the trials and tribulations of moving several states away, taking over a practice, holding his own against hospitals, and actually having to fly across New Mexico to commute between two practices. His story is one of legend—and, like many legends, we can learn a lesson or two from it. This episode will explore the concepts of the ever-evolving landscape of entrepreneurship, marketing, and life in general.

- Tom Foster of Foster Web Marketing
- Dr. Nathan Ivey of New Mexico Foot and Ankle Institute

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Steve Seckler is a seasoned lawyer turned marketer and leadership coach for lawyers. He has also authored the book Think Like a Lawyer, Act Like an Entrepreneur, set to be published in 2025. Steve is an expert in teaching lawyers how to balance skepticism and risk aversion with the relationship-building skills needed to grow their practices.

0:00 Preview - The Power of Being Known

1:04 Introduction

1:56 Getting to Know Steve

3:51 Steve’s Life Right Out of Law School

6:16 Steve’s Experience in Lawyer Recruiting

7:49 The Truth About Recruiting for Firms

10:45 The Power of Being Known

13:25 Discussing Steve’s Book

15:55 A Lawyer’s Job: “Promote Thyself”

18:42 What Sets Steve Apart From Competition

23:00 Get Help That Gets You What You Want

26:32 Wrapping Up

A coach is there for you to figure out your goals. They are a mentor. As Steve puts it, they are a “reality check.” Not everyone knows what they actually want in order to achieve success, but that’s the first step. Reach out to Steve today to start your journey on figuring out what it is you need to find greater satisfaction in your life and profession.

- Tom Foster of Foster Web Marketing
- Steve Seckler of Seckler Attorney Coaching

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Foster Web Marketing is dedicated to providing cutting-edge, highly customizable marketing and strategic solutions specifically designed for law firms and medical practices.

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Philippos Aristotelous is a coaching extraordinaire from Cyprus! His clients include business executives, law firm leaders, and organizations looking to improve their overall operations. In addition to one-on-one and group coaching sessions, Philippos is an active public speaker and the author of two books: The MARVEL of Happiness and The MARVEL of Engagement. His coaching philosophy is holistic, as he works to adjust clients' mindsets and lifestyles to better suit their goals and needs.

0:00 Preview - Conducting a Culture X-Ray

1:00 Introduction

2:18 Getting to Know Philippos

4:08 The “Happy Lawyer” Paradox

6:13 Philippos’ Coaching Philosophy

10:43 Philippos’ One-on-One Coaching

12:00 Philippos’ Group Coaching

14:54 Conducting a Culture X-Ray

17:41 How Philippos Gets Clients

20:20 Reaching Clients on a Personal Level

23:14 Finding an Entry Point

25:57 What Philippos Does for Fun

27:40 Past Law Firm Clients

31:13 Wrapping Up

We all need to strike a balance between the different facets of our responsibilities and well-being. Enter: Philippos. His work revolves around bringing happiness and fulfillment into clients’ lives. If something seems off-balance in your professional life or your overall outlook, contact Philippos today to learn more about how his program can help you reach a greater level of satisfaction in all that you do.

- Tom Foster of Foster Web Marketing
- Philippos Aristotelous of Philarist.com

This episode is brought to you by Foster Web Marketing.

Foster Web Marketing is dedicated to providing cutting-edge, highly customizable marketing and strategic solutions specifically designed for law firms and medical practices.

Our award-winning marketing and systems solutions are what set us apart from everyone else.