435 - Why Podiatrists Play It Safe (Part 2): The Hidden Cost of Staying Comfortable

**Why do we spend so much time worrying about the risks of making a change, but rarely consider the risks of doing nothing?** In Part Two of **Why Podiatrists Play It Safe**, I explore 13 more reasons podiatrists resist change, even when they know their practice, career, or personal development could benefit from doing something differently. We look at the fear of being judged by your team, getting burnt by a previous experience, waiting for evidence before experimenting, comparing yourself with others, worrying about becoming too commercial and being afraid to stand out. I also explain why trying something new doesn't mean you're committing to it forever. Most business experiments can be tested, adjusted or reversed. But perhaps the biggest issue is that we often **overestimate the downside of change while underestimating the cost of doing nothing**. Not increasing your fees, improving your systems, learning new technology, developing your leadership skills or changing ineffective marketing all have a cost. And finally, there's an important distinction between **discomfort and danger**. Something feeling uncomfortable doesn't necessarily mean you shouldn't do it. Sometimes discomfort is simply evidence that you're doing something you haven't mastered yet. If you haven't listened to Episode 433, Part One, you can go back and hear the first 12 reasons, but you don't need to listen to the episodes in order. Together, the two episodes give you **25 reasons podiatrists play it safe** and plenty to think about regarding where you might be playing it safe yourself. **For additional show notes, please visit the** Podiatry Legends Podcast Website **Connect With Me** If you'd like to learn more about being a guest on the show, my best email address is **tyson@podiatrylegends.com**. **Become A Sponsor - Are you looking for an alternative way to be noticed by podiatrists?**  Consider sponsoring the Podiatry Legends Podcast; many sponsorship opportunities are available.  Please email me or visit the Podiatry Legends Website to learn more.  And if you've enjoyed this episode, I'd really appreciate it if you left a review on your favourite podcast platform. Reviews help other podiatrists discover the podcast and let me know you're enjoying what I'm putting together each week. **Have you read my book?** It's No Secret There's Money in Podiatry