Live from day two of the Growth Code Conference, host Will Humphreys sits down with Scott Booher, the Chief Human Resources Consultant at Wellness Works Management Partners. Known as the "HR Guru," Scott pulls back the curtain on what it takes to scale a therapy practice without losing your mind—or your culture.

In this episode, Scott shares the raw origin story of the conference and why the "connection theme" is the secret sauce that keeps 40% of their audience new each year. They dive deep into the often-dreaded world of HR, exploring how Scott helps practice owners reclaim their time by outsourcing everything from recruiting and payroll to the "difficult conversations" of terminations. If you are a business owner feeling bogged down by $25-an-hour tasks, Scott’s "Go-Giver" approach is the roadmap you need to get back into your Zone of Genius.

Key Takeaways

Stop Doing "$25-an-Hour" Jobs As an owner, your time is your most valuable asset. If you are handling payroll, basic admin, or initial screenings, you are stalling your company’s growth. Identify your Zone of Genius and delegate the rest to experts.
The "Network is Your Net Worth" Rule Conferences like Growth Code aren't just for information; they are for transformation through connection. Meaningful relationships with peers and mentors provide the emotional and professional support needed to survive the "loneliness" of business ownership.
Human Relationships Over Human Resources Scott reframes HR from a corporate "compliance department" to a brand-building tool. Whether you are hiring or firing, every interaction is an opportunity to protect and project your company’s culture and reputation.
Protect the Brand During Terminations Letting someone go doesn't have to be a bridge-burning event. By using a professional third party (like a fractional HR consultant), you can handle terminations with empathy and finality, often leaving the former employee with a positive impression of the company.
The "Go-Giver" Business Model The success of Scott and Brandon’s conference—and their consulting firm—is rooted in radical generosity. By giving away value and focusing on the success of their clients first, they have built a community that "begs" to work with them.

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About the Host & Sponsor

Will Humphreys: Speaker, coach, and founder of the Will Power Podcast. https://www.virtualrockstar.com/will
Rockstar Virtual Assistant: Scale your practice and reclaim your time with the industry’s leading VA service for rehab owners. Visit https://www.virtualrockstar.com/ to learn more.
Scott Booher: Chief Human Resources Consultant at Wellness Works Management Partners. Visit https://www.wellnessworksmp.com/ to learn more.

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