099 - Leading a Practice Through Transition with Dr. Chris Grier
Transitions are inevitable in practice ownership, but how you move through them determines whether they create stress or strength. From team changes to leadership shifts, moments of transition test clarity, trust, and decision-making more than any growth plan ever will.
Dr. Lona welcomes back Dr. Chris Grier for an honest conversation about leading through change without forcing outcomes. Together, they explore why accountability creates stability before disruption hits, how intuition works alongside structure, and why discomfort is often the signal that real growth is happening. The episode offers a grounded look at navigating transitions with steadiness, self-awareness, and leadership that guides rather than grips.
Key Highlights
00:56 – Why the beginning of a new year naturally brings shifts in behavior, expectations, and decision-making inside a practice.
02:22 – How recognizing seasonal patterns of change helps you better lead both your team and your practice members.
04:10 – What it feels like when a stable season ends and why instability often signals necessary growth.
04:56 – How accountability structures protect your practice when a key team member transitions out.
06:18 – Why most owners only realize what someone handled after they’re gone and how to prevent that.
08:02 – How to decide whether to replace a role immediately or intentionally run lean for a season.
10:28 – Why forcing hires or timelines often creates bigger problems later.
11:56 – How intuition plays a real role in leadership decisions alongside metrics and planning.
16:28 – Why discomfort is a sign of growth and how transitions expose subluxations in your practice.
19:56 – Three practical actions to take right now to lead people more effectively through change.
Resources Mentioned
Learn more about the TRP Remarkable Business Immersion March 6 - 7, 2026 in Phoenix, AZ and March 20 - 21, 2026 in Brisbane, AUS - https://theremarkablepractice.com/upcoming-events/
To schedule a Strategy Session with Dr Lona: https://go.oncehub.com/DrLonaBuildPodcast
To schedule a Strategy Session with Dr Bobby: https://go.oncehub.com/DrBobbyBuildPodcast
Learn more about the Remarkable CEO Podcast: https://theremarkablepractice.com/podcast