Episode 7

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1st Apr 2024

Ep 7: ROI on You: The Power of Self-Investment with Dr. Smita Halder

Dr. Smita Halder, a gastroenterologist and physician coach, shares her journey from practicing medicine to a life changing experience that led her to pursue coaching. She discusses the challenges and doubts she faced in making this transition. Dr. Halder and Jake share their own experience and ROI from investing in their own personal growth and development. They also share success stories of clients who have made significant shifts in their careers and personal lives through investing in themselves. Together they encourage any physicians to step out of their comfort zones and explore new possibilities, reminding them that they are highly skilled and worth investing in themselves.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

How physicians can benefit from hiring a coach to regain passion and joy in their careers, explore new opportunities, address burnout, improve physician and mental- wellbeing.
Coaching is a process of personal growth and development that empowers physicians to become the best versions of themselves.
Investing in coaching is an investment in oneself and can lead to significant positive changes in both now and in the future.
Practicing what you preach as a physician is essential to be an effective example for patients and inspire them to make positive changes.
Physicians are highly skilled and talented individuals who can make a difference in various areas beyond traditional medicine.

IN THIS EPISODE:

00:00 - Introduction
00:22 - Dr. Smita Halder's Background
01:20 - Decision to Pursue Medicine
03:07 - Transition to Physician Coaching
04:04 - Mindset Shifts in Leadership Course
05:00 - Becoming a Physician Coach
07:19 - Process of Becoming a Coach
09:13 - Challenges and Negativity
10:39 - Reluctancy to Invest in Coaching
15:20 - Common Reasons for Seeking Coaching
23:26 - Coaching Impact and Examples
29:43 - Practicing What You Preach
33:32 - Because You Are Worth It
35:24 - Contact Information
35:54 - Closing

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The Fit Physician

Are you a busy woman in medicine looking to take your fitness and nutrition to the next level to thrive in all aspects of your life? Look no further! Welcome to The Fit Physician podcast.

As women in medicine, it’s your nature to care for others, often at the expense of your own physical and mental well-being. This can go on for months, even years. It’s time to put an end to this narrative, for all women physicians! And it starts now, with you, and The Fit Physician podcast!

Hosted by Jake Wright, BSc, a women’s fitness specialist with over 15 years of experience and joining him is, Dr. Suzanne Rutherford, MD, a practicing physician with an undergraduate degree in nutritional sciences. You’d be hard pressed to find two experts more passionate about empowering women physicians to live life to the fullest through prioritizing health and fitness.

Suzanne & Jake have dedicated the past 6 years transforming the lives of 100s of women in medicine such as yourself. Their passion for inspiring physicians shines through every episode, sharing stories, insights, expert advice, and providing actionable steps to prioritize yourself guilt-free.

So, if you're a busy woman physician ready to break free from the constraints of guilt, elevate your health, and become the best version of yourself, join Jake and Suzanne on The Fit Physician podcast. They're not just coaches; they're your partners in this transformative journey towards a life where you thrive, unapologetically.

Dr. Suzanne Rutherford, MD (Instagram: @slmmd1976)

Search the globe and it will be hard to find someone more dedicated to women physicians health & well-being than Suzanne.

A practicing physician, Suzanne combines her medical expertise with a foundation in nutritional sciences from her undergraduate studies.

Her passion lies in evidence-based nutrition and empowering fellow women physicians to embrace strength, health, and confidence in their own skin.

Suzanne doesn’t just talk the talk. After completing medical school and welcoming her second child into the world, she found herself facing personal health and fitness challenges that left her feeling like a stranger within her own body.

Determined to make a change, Suzanne rekindled her knowledge of nutrition while introducing strength training into her weekly routine.

The result? She lost over 30 lbs, has kept it off, and feels better in her 40s than she did in her 20s!

Now she spends the better part of her professional career helping other busy women physicians to achieve similar life-altering results.

Jake Wright, BSc

(Instagram: @thefitphysiciancoach Facebook: Jake Wright Facebook page: The Fit Physician Coach)

Meet Jake, also known as The Fit Physician Coach.

Jake’s experience includes a Bachelor of Science in kinesiology, over 15+ years as a women's fitness specialist, along with several advanced certifications in strength and condition, nutrition, and joint health.

For the past 6 years and counting, Jake has spent his career dedicated to inspiring busy women physicians to overcome barriers with time, energy, and the demands of their profession, to build a sustainable fitness routine that delivers life-changing results.

What separates Jake from the pack is not his education or his experience but his compassion.

Jake's gift is guiding women to discover strength they never thought possible. In turn, helping them to build confidence in the gym, in their bodies, and in every other aspect of their life.

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Jake Wright