I've Got Skin In The Game

Medspa Confidential is a foundational text for the med spa industry. Although full of seriously valuable information, the book is very readable, has a great conversational tone, and scenes from Carol and Sara's lives are so emotionally poignant that they have readers alternately laughing and crying--sometimes on the same page. I think some of the most profound chapters are "Exit Strategies" and "The University": teaching a generation of elite practitioners is not just a good idea--it is one of the best ways to create value for your business. In that vein, another big idea presented is about investing in innovation is that, "a tech company in the aesthetics space is much more valuable than an aesthetics business that uses technology."  Carol and Sara have given their best to give a behind the scenes tour of owning, growing and exiting a MedSpa Business using their unique skills of lifting others and being relentlessly helpful! Buy the book here!

The father of one of our past guests tells Dr. Carol Clinton about his own cancer battle, one that nobody expected him to make it through. John testifies to how his spiritual treatment helped him make it through that terrifying period and has him carrying the message forth to this day.   Go to Dr. Clinton's website for more.   Credits: You Give Me Reason/Yakaree; Jahzzar/Take Me Higher Creative Commons License

Dr. Carol Clinton is back to give an update on her ongoing treatment and to share some insight into how she formulated her plan this time around. When it comes to a major medical decision, nothing beats being prepared. Dr. Clinton explains how to keep track of your treatment and make a plan you can stick with.   Go to Dr. Clinton's website for more.   Credits: You Give Me Reason/Yakaree; Podington Bear/Well and Good  Creative Commons License

This week, Dr. Carol Clinton talks to Maureen Kennedy about their time together in med school and how their lives changed after heading off to practice. Maureen made a decision that wasn't easy, but thanks to careful planning and a great support system, turned out perfect for her.    Credits: You Give Me Reason/Yakaree; Lee Rosevere/Wandering Creative Commons License

Dr. Carol Clinton explains how her treatment is different this time around and points out some key things to consider before joining a clinical trial. The medical world is changing all the time, but you don;t have to be a doctor to understand your options.   Credits: You Give Me Reason/Yakaree; Lee Rosevere/Wandering Creative Commons License

After several months with no evidence of cancer, Dr. Carol Clinton recently found out that the disease has returned. On this episode, Carol explains where her health stands now and what her plan is to beat it again. And if you know Carol, you know she'll do just that. Thank you for joining us and we hope you'll follow along on the journey.   Credits: You Give Me Reason/Yakaree; Lee Rosevere/Wandering Creative Commons License

Dr. Carol Clinton is back and she's kicking off the next batch of podcasts with Kerouac Smith, the guy who records, edits and produces the show. We talk about how his midlife career change came about, what his focus is now and where he'll go in the future -- we find out what his skin in the game is. Check out his podcast -- Kerouac to the Future -- and come back here as we start exploring what drives other people.   Credits: You Give Me Reason/Yakaree  Creative Commons License

Dr. Carol Clinton asks Dr. Christopher Yerington for advice specific to female doctors about what they need to know when they are making key insurance decisions early in their career. https://physiciansincomeprotection.com/  Credits: You Give Me Reason/Yakaree  Creative Commons License

Welcome back, friends. Here's part two of Dr. Carol Clinton's chat with Dr. Christopher Yerington, where he discusses Physicians Income Protection, the business he started that gave him a new lease on his work life and allowed him to help other medical professionals avoid his own predicament. Stay tuned for more ... we're just getting started! https://physiciansincomeprotection.com/.  Credits: You Give Me Reason/Yakaree  Creative Commons License

It's a new year and we're ready to roll again. Get an update on Dr. Carol Clinton's recovery and see what she's got planned for the year ahead. Our first guest is Dr. Christopher Yerington, an anesthesiologist whose career was cut short by disability. Dr. Yerington reveals the dark places his journey took him and how he found a new purpose in life in the first of a two-part interview. Credits: You Give Me Reason/Yakaree  Creative Commons License

Dr. Carol Clinton welcomes the CEO of the Columbus Metropolitan Library system, Patrick Losinski, to discuss what he's doing to keep the library system vibrant and growing to fit the needs of changing demographics and a new generation of children and families. You should definitely "check it out."   Credits:  You Give Me Reason - Yakaree Creative Commons License  

Dr. Carol Clinton sits down with good friend and fellow ovarian cancer survivor Janice Roth to talk about how she copes despite having a Stage IV diagnosis. It turns out some timely advice from a young niece was exactly what she needed to hear. Plus, we learn about the charity race in her late husband's name that has gone on for a decade and a half.   Credits:  You Give Me Reason - Yakaree Creative Commons License Wandering - Lee Rosevere Creative Commons License 

Dr. Carol Clinton sits down with Jason Carpenter, who has beaten cancer twice and continues to drive forward with his business. He explains how his cancer battle led to him literally writing the book on how to keep his business going without him. Jason reveals his personal vision and a minor obsession with earning a ribbon.   Credits: You Give Me Reason - Yakaree Creative Commons License Wandering - Lee Rosevere Creative Commons License 

Dr. Carol Clinton sits down with good friend Mark Moses, an international CEO Coach and overall inspiring person. They discuss Mark's son being diagnosed with a brain tumor at 3 years old and how the family coped. Years later, Mason is doing just fine and Mark's found his new calling in life -- and an inspiring outlook that can help us all. You Give Me Reason - Yakaree Creative Commons License Wandering - Lee Rosevere Creative Commons License 

Here's the second half of Dr. Carol Clinton's discussion with friend and author Jennifer Carroll, where she shares her final moments with her husband Phil and explains how she settled on the title for her book. We learn about celebrating the small victories and -- especially -- not taking our health for granted, no matter how successful we feel. You Give Me Reason - Yakaree Creative Commons License Trying My Best to Move Forward - Daniel Birch Creative Commons License  Additional sound via https://www.zapsplat.com

Dr. Carol Clinton catches up with her friend Jennifer Carroll, whose book Beyond Invincible was released this month. She tells the story of losing her husband to prostate cancer and details the journey of self-discovery she's been on since. You'll also learn about her Chuck-it Bucket and how having One Fun Thing in your day can help you cope with stress and pain.   Credits: You Give Me Reason - Yakaree Creative Commons License Trying My Best to Move Forward - Daniel Birch Creative Commons License  Additional sound via https://www.zapsplat.com

Dr. Carol Clinton catches up with her cousin, Heather Ceron, to celebrate a woman who helped shape both of their lives. Learn how Aunt Cleo (Grandma Cleo to Heather) inspired them to follow their passion in life and to understand that wealth isn't measured in purely financial terms. Then, get to work on that vision board!   Credits: You Give Me Reason - Yakaree Creative Commons License Beach Party - Kevin MacLeod Beaches - Alex Vaan Creative Commons License 

Dr. Carol Clinton catches up with her daughter, Evelyn, to discuss what it was like being the eldest child the first time her mom dealt with cancer and what it's like now that the siblings are on more equal footing. Plus, Evelyn explains how her mom's onion analogy helped her make the most of the family's support system.   Credits: You Give Me Reason - Yakaree Creative Commons License So Far So Close - Jahzzar Creative Commons License 

Dr. Carol Clinton joins special guest and longtime friend Dr. Julie Guthrie to discuss why doctors seem to put everything before themselves. Having a personality type that believes in altruism can pull a person into the paradigm of putting themselves second -- to work, family, a marriage or an organization. Plus, they talk about accepting what you can't control and focusing on what you can, especially if you are sick. Credits: You Give Me Reason - Yakaree Creative Commons License Trying My Best to Move Forward - Daniel Birch Creative Commons License 

We're more than halfway through chemotherapy, which seems like a fine time for an update on how Dr. Carol Clinton is responding to her treatment. You might think a second time through would make it all easier, but the truth is lots of things are different this time around. Dr. Clinton discusses chemo brain, developing an allergy to her medicine and treatment options she didn't realize were available.   And don't forget it's Pelotonia week! Credits: You Give Me Reason - Yakaree Creative Commons License Trying My Best to Move Forward - Daniel Birch Creative Commons License