What if your biggest business breakthrough doesn’t come from working harder—but from finally owning your voice?
That’s what happened to Dr. Wendy Schofer, a board-certified pediatrician and founder of Family in Focus based in Chesapeake, Virginia.
In just four months, her physician business growth journey transformed from quietly paddling in place to confidently taking center stage.
Here’s how.
Lesson 1: Visibility Is Earned Through Boldness, Not Waiting
Before joining EntreMD Business School, Dr. Schofer had been working on her brand for four years.
She was doing the work—building programs, supporting families, and creating resources.
But visibility?
That was a different story.
“I had been doing the same things over and over, and it wasn’t moving me forward,” she shared.
Within 4 months of stepping into the program, everything changed.
She went from:
- Seeking speaking gigs
- Hoping for traction
- Playing it safe
To:
- Being invited to speak
- Gaining amplified brand awareness
- Being positioned as a trusted thought leader in her space
The shift wasn’t accidental. It came from choosing discomfort—on purpose.
“It was uncomfortable. But every time I leaned into that discomfort, I evolved.”
Lesson 2: Confidence Is a Byproduct of Consistent Action
One of the biggest intangible wins?
Mindset.
For many physicians, becoming a business owner means stepping into unfamiliar territory. The title of “entrepreneur” can feel like a suit that doesn’t quite fit.
That was true for Dr. Schofer too.
But week by week, she began to sit more firmly in her authority.
“It’s a big thing for me to take up space. But I realized, I am the one who can help parents. I need them to know I’m here.”
Confidence wasn’t a result of waiting to feel ready.
It was a reward for showing up repeatedly, getting coached, and choosing to be visible—even when it felt uncomfortable.
Lesson 3: Growth Happens When You Stop Working Alone
One of the biggest changes for Dr. Schofer?
She stopped building in isolation.
“Before, it was lonely. I was doing everything on my own. Now, I’m in a community that grounds me every week.”
Inside EntreMD Business School, she found:
- Weekly structure and grounding (Wednesday calls!)
- A space to celebrate wins and troubleshoot challenges
- A room full of intelligent, motivated physician entrepreneurs
This kind of community support fast-tracked her momentum. It gave her clarity, accountability, and courage to evolve.
“Being around people who challenge me and celebrate me—it changed everything.”
Growth in Action: From Doggy Paddling to Momentum
Before joining the school, Dr. Schofer described her progress like doggy paddling—lots of effort, little movement.
Today?
She’s leading conversations, owning her platform, and saying “yes” to opportunities that once felt out of reach.
“Now I’m making different decisions. I’m no longer doing the same thing and expecting different results.”
That’s the very definition of physician business growth—not just more revenue, but more reach, more confidence, and more impact.
Final Word: Discomfort Isn’t a Problem—It’s a Portal
The magic doesn’t happen in your comfort zone.
It happens the moment you decide to step out of it—on purpose.
“I leaned into discomfort. And that’s where the evolution happened.”
Want the same?
Start by making a different decision.
Your future self—and your future impact—are waiting on the other side.
Thinking About Your Own Next Step?
If you’re a physician ready to grow your business, visibility, or confidence—but you’re stuck paddling in circles—you’re not alone.
Dr. Schofer’s story is proof:
Growth accelerates when you’re in the right room.
The Fastest Path to Business Growth for Physician Entrepreneurs
You became a doctor to help people not to be stuck in survival mode.
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