What does it actually take to build ethical, compliant, and people-first HR systems in your group practice?
In this episode, Morgan Sinclair chats with HR consultant Danielle Gantt, founder of Gantt Strategy Group, to break down the must-have HR foundations for business owners. With 17+ years of experience in HR leadership, Danielle shares how to move from reactive problem-solving to intentional culture-building, clear communication, and sustainable team management.
You’ll learn how to balance your role as a founder vs HR leader, how to build a strong team culture, and what most clinicians get wrong about feedback, documentation, and HR conversations.
Whether you’re hiring your first clinician or leading a growing team, this episode covers everything from job descriptions and interview strategy to performance reviews, HR compliance, and feedback systems, without the corporate fluff!
08:45- Founder vs. HR Role: How to Avoid Costly Communication Breakdowns
12:22- How to Build a Strong Team Culture in Your Group Practice (From Day One)
20:20- Essential HR Systems for Small Healthcare Businesses
29:39- Performance Management: Feedback, PIPs (performance improvement plans) & Difficult Conversations
34:09- 360 Reviews & Psychological Safety: Creating a Feedback-Driven Culture
43:49- W2 vs. Contractors for Therapists: What Practice Owners Need to Know
Resources mentioned in this episode:
- Crucial Conversations Book (not an affiliate link)
- Gantt Strategy Group LinkedIn
- Gantt Strategy Group Instagram
- Practice Vital syncs with leading EHRs to display real-time clinical and operational metrics so owners and supervisors can coach teams, steer performance and make data-driven decisions. Get $30 off your first month of Practice Vital using code “WII” at checkout: www.weightinclusiveinnovators.com/resources
- Simplify your employer life with a solid payroll system, use our gusto affiliate link to receive a $100 visa giftcard after running your first payroll! Find the details here: www.weightinclusiveinnovators.com/resources
April 13, 2026
203 HR Basics for Business Owners: Building Ethical, People-First Teams with Danielle Gantt
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