The Business of Healthcare Podcast with Tara Humphrey

Ever wondered how you can turn a series of diverse job experiences into a thriving healthcare consulting business?

This week, Tara shares her personal journey, recounting the thrill and challenges of negotiating her first clients, how word of mouth was crucial in securing opportunities, and the importance of patience and hard work in building a client pipeline.

Here are Tara's key takeaways for this week:

• Mindset is key in running a business.
• Visualisation and manifestation can be powerful tools.
• Making choices that align with desired outcomes can lead to positive shifts in business.
• Self-awareness and honest evaluation of leadership skills are important for personal growth.
• Building a supportive network and choosing people carefully for support can be beneficial.
• It's okay to not always have a positive mindset and to seek support when needed.
• Financial literacy is essential for running a successful business.
• Don't be afraid to try new things and accept that not everything will be successful.

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Work with THC Primary Care

I’m Tara Humphrey and I’m the founder of THC Primary Care, a leading healthcare consultancy. I provide project and network management to Primary Care Networks and consulting support to clinical leads.

To date, I’ve worked with 11 Training Hubs and supported over 120 Primary Care Networks and 3 GP Federations. I understand and appreciate the complexity of healthcare and what it takes to deliver projects across multiple practices.

I have over 20 years of project management and business development experience across the private and public sector and have an MBA in Leadership and Management in Healthcare. I’m also published in the London Journal of Primary Care and the author of over 250 blogs.

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What if the challenges you face could transform into your greatest motivators?

In this episode, Tara provides an end of summer update on her business and personal endeavors. She discusses her ultra marathon challenge to raise money for the type one diabetes charity, JDRF UK.

Tara also shares updates on the Primary Care Network Members Club, the Business of Healthcare Consulting, and her presence on social media platforms.

• To donate, visit Tara's fundraiser for JDRF here.
• Access the Primary Care Network Members' Club here.
• The Business of Healthcare Consulting Newsletter - here
• Best Practice - at the NEC in Birmingham - register to attend here

Work with me

I’m Tara Humphrey and I’m the founder of THC Primary Care, a leading healthcare consultancy. I provide project and network management to Primary Care Networks and consulting support to clinical leads. To date, I’ve worked with 11 Training Hubs and supported over 120 Primary Care Networks and 3 GP Federations.

I understand and appreciate the complexity of healthcare and what it takes to deliver projects across multiple practices.

I have over 20 years of project management and business development experience across the private and public sector and have an MBA in Leadership and Management in Healthcare. I’m also published in the London Journal of Primary Care and the author of over 250 blogs.

For more weekly insights and advice sign up to my newsletter.

Improving the Business of Healthcare – One Episode at a Time

Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of the Business of Healthcare Podcast. If you enjoyed this episode, head over to Apple Podcasts to subscribe, leave your honest review, and share your favourite episodes on social media. Find us on LinkedIn or visit our website: THC Primary Care.

Tara's conversation with Christiana Melam, founder and CEO of the National Association of Social Prescribing Link Workers, promises to reveal the power of community engagement in improving public health. Honored with an MBE for her efforts, Christiana shares her incredible journey from banking to pioneering social prescribing, shedding light on the vital role of reaching people where they are to enhance health and well-being.

They uncover the necessity of integrating social prescribing link workers into primary care networks and the challenges that come with it. Christiana discusses how these roles are pivotal in addressing non-clinical needs and bridging the gap in healthcare delivery.

• Understanding the role of social prescribing link workers is crucial for driving change in healthcare.
• Primary care networks should focus on identifying the problem they are solving and the outcomes they seek.
• Organisational maturity and a clear vision are essential for successful implementation of social prescribing.
• Innovation and collaboration are key to maximising resources and addressing the challenges in healthcare.
• Training and career development opportunities are essential for the professionalisation of social prescribing link workers.
• The NLW is calling for support from primary care networks and employers to ensure the sustainability and success of social prescribing.

To purchase the 'The Social Prescribing Link Worker Model: Insights and Perspectives from Practice' book, click here.

Visit the National Association of Link Workers Membership Page here.

Work with me

I’m Tara Humphrey and I’m the founder of THC Primary Care, a leading healthcare consultancy. I provide project and network management to Primary Care Networks and consulting support to clinical leads. To date, I’ve worked with 11 Training Hubs and supported over 120 Primary Care Networks and 3 GP Federations.

I understand and appreciate the complexity of healthcare and what it takes to deliver projects across multiple practices.

I have over 20 years of project management and business development experience across the private and public sector and have an MBA in Leadership and Management in Healthcare. I’m also published in the London Journal of Primary Care and the author of over 250 blogs.

For more weekly insights and advice sign up to my newsletter.

Improving the Business of Healthcare – One Episode at a Time

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Ever felt the sting of comparison and insecurity in the business realm? We get it. Join Tara Humphrey, as she delves deep into her personal brush with these feelings. Using her experience with her website and blog performance as a measure, Tara unearths the pitfalls of sizing up our success with others'.

The focus of this episode is to remind you to celebrate your victories and not to be swayed by others' accomplishments.

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Work with me

I’m Tara Humphrey and I’m the founder of THC Primary Care, a leading healthcare consultancy. I provide project and network management to Primary Care Networks and consulting support to clinical leads. To date, I’ve worked with 11 Training Hubs and supported over 120 Primary Care Networks and 3 GP Federations.

I understand and appreciate the complexity of healthcare and what it takes to deliver projects across multiple practices.

I have over 20 years of project management and business development experience across the private and public sector and have an MBA in Leadership and Management in Healthcare. I’m also published in the London Journal of Primary Care and the author of over 250 blogs.

For more weekly insights and advice sign up to my newsletter.

Improving the Business of Healthcare – One Episode at a Time

Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of the Business of Healthcare Podcast. If you enjoyed this episode, head over to Apple Podcasts to subscribe, leave your honest review, and share your favourite episodes on social media. Find us on Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn or visit our website: THC Primary Care.

Can strategic business planning on a Bank Holiday spark breakthrough insights?

This week, Tara traded downtime for deep focus, setting 90 day goals and blending client work with core business strategy.

In this episode, she shares a behind the scenes look at her life as a healthcare CEO, highlighting the value of asking for advice, building a strong support network, and being intentional about growth and visibility. She also reflects on the power of strategic thinking and the role of reflective practice in effective healthcare leadership.

The week was full of meaningful conversations and lessons, each one rooted in purposeful planning, much like her approach to ultramarathon training.

Key takeaways:

• The value of structured goal setting and routine
• Balancing client delivery with business development
• Why self promotion and visibility matter
• Practical insights on leadership, confidence, and building a consultancy

Want to work with THC Primary Care? Email us here.

Work with me

I’m Tara Humphrey and I’m the founder of THC Primary Care, a leading healthcare consultancy. I provide project and network management to Primary Care Networks and consulting support to clinical leads. To date, I’ve worked with 11 Training Hubs and supported over 120 Primary Care Networks and 3 GP Federations.

I understand and appreciate the complexity of healthcare and what it takes to deliver projects across multiple practices.

I have over 20 years of project management and business development experience across the private and public sector and have an MBA in Leadership and Management in Healthcare. I’m also published in the London Journal of Primary Care and the author of over 250 blogs.

For more weekly insights and advice sign up to my newsletter.

Improving the Business of Healthcare – One Episode at a Time

Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of the Business of Healthcare Podcast. If you enjoyed this episode, head over to Apple Podcasts to subscribe, leave your honest review, and share.