Are You Pushing Away the One Thing That Could Change Your Life?

What if the very thing you're saying "no" to is the key to your success? I didn’t truly understand this until the day my wife brought Ozzy home.

We already had three dogs. Our plates were full, and the idea of adding another dog—let alone fostering one—felt like chaos waiting to happen. I was furious, to put it lightly. For two weeks, I tried everything to find him another home. But somewhere in those 14 days, something changed. I realized that Ozzy wasn’t just another dog; he was special. Now, looking back, I can say without hesitation that Ozzy is one of two “once-in-a-lifetime” dogs I’ve had. The irony? He was exactly what I didn’t think I needed.

So, let me ask you: What are you pushing away that could transform your life?

The Cost of Saying No

I see it all the time—doctors, managers, and team members dismiss ideas, opportunities, or people because of discomfort, fear of the unknown, or an immediate focus on what they won’t like. They want things to stay the same, even if "the same" is stressful and chaotic, because it feels familiar. But staying in your comfort zone comes at a price.

What if that new hire you’re resisting could be the one to revolutionize your practice? What if investing in training your team could unlock the culture, reputation, and results you’ve been dreaming of? What if partnering with the right expert could add $25,000 a month to your production?

The Three Questions You Must Ask Yourself

 1. If You Were Forced to Replace Someone, Who Would You Hire?

Imagine someone in a key role suddenly leaves your practice. What skills would you want their replacement to have? What kind of personality would make them the perfect fit? Now, instead of waiting for a crisis, what if you sought that person out right now?

2. How Would a World-Class Team Change Your Life?

Picture a team so competent, customer-centric, and cohesive that they’re the gold standard in your community. What would that do for your stress level? Your practice’s reputation? Your ability to take a vacation without worrying about chaos in your absence?

3. What Would Leveraging Experts Do for Your Bottom Line?

Let’s talk numbers. If leveraging outside expertise could add $25,000 a month to your production, what would $300,000 annually do for your exit strategy, your retirement, or your quality of life? Are you saying no to the very strategies that could make this a reality?

One Reason Why It Should Be

The excuses we make—“It’s too much work,” “It’s too risky,” “It’s not the right time”—are often barriers to the transformation we desperately need. Instead of focusing on why something won’t work, ask yourself: What’s the one reason it should?

For me, Ozzy became that one reason. He wasn’t just a dog. He was a source of joy, balance, and perspective I didn’t know I needed.

What’s your “Ozzy”? What are you pushing away that could change your practice, your stress levels, or even your life?

It’s time to stop saying no to the things that could make all the difference.