061 - Trevor Prior Making Connections Through Your Career

On my office wall at home, I have a quote that says, "The next connection you make could be the one that changes your life", and my guest today Trevor Prior is a master when it comes to making and maintaining meaningful relationships. And he does it both in and out of the podiatry profession. Trevor openly admits that podiatry was not his first choice, even though both his parents were Chiropodists. Still, once he understood the potential of this profession, he ran with it and has taken his career far beyond his initial expectations.  Today we discuss: The early days on biomechanics and developing his bio skills by doing.  How he went down the surgery route Building relationships with US podiatrists Creating patterns in your learning, especially things you often say and do. Different people come to education at various times "Just cause you haven't passed an exam doesn't mean you're no good at the subject. When you love it enough, you'll do the work until you get it".  Attending McDonalds University before the London Olympics The importance of maintaining the connections you make throughout your career.  Seeing the world because of good connections How to make initial connections when you're visiting an area.  Final Tips Anatomy, anatomy, Anatomy. You can't make a diagnosis without knowing your anatomy. Without a diagnosis how can you treat someone The basis of what we do, irrespective of your personality, is if you're an excellent clinician, then you will be successful. Still, you can't be an excellent clinician if you don't do a proper examination, come up with a diagnosis, and then give them the best evidence-based care you can. From a podiatry perspective, enjoy it, make contacts around the world and go and visit people. If you have any questions about this episode, please email me at [email protected] or you can connect with Trevor Prior at Premier Podiatry.  Show Sponsor is Podium If you want to learn how to get an edge over your competitors, receive more Google Reviews, and learn how to keep all your online messaging in one convenient place, then you need to visit our dedicated sponsors' page at https://try.podium.com/podiatrylegends/ Newsletter & Events  If you'd like to be kept up to date with my next PODIATRY MARKETING WORKSHOPS and other EVENTS, please sign up to my NEWSLETTER. I promise not to spam you with daily rubbish.  Podiatry Business Mentoring If you need assistance with marketing and developing business systems, please email me at [email protected] and let's see where I can help, or visit the coaching and mentoring section of my website.  Podiatry Legends Facebook Page I have set up a Podiatry Legends Facebook page, where I post additional business and marketing tips, information regarding podiatry events and conferences around the world.  My Book It's No Secret There's Money In Podiatry. In Australia, you can order directly from my website, but if you live overseas, I would suggest Amazon or the Book Depository. Consider A Podcast Review If you enjoy the Podiatry Legends Podcast, please feel free to leave a REVIEW on iTunes, or wherever you like to listen to podcasts.  If you enjoyed this episode you might also enjoy: Episode 055: Finding Your Podiatry Gang with Amy MacLean It's No Secret with Dr T. Podcast If you like marketing and small business, please take a look at my other podcast; It's No Secret with Dr T.