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Hi, I’m Granger Forson from www.bizsmart-gloucestershire.co.uk, or find me on LinkedIn, and in this episode of ScaleUp Radio, I’m joined by Paul Wray, the owner of Breakspeare Clinic, a multi-site physiotherapy and wellness practice based in West Oxfordshire.
Paul’s story is one of continuous learning, resilience, and a genuine commitment to helping people move better and live pain-free lives. Starting as a physiotherapist over 30 years ago, he worked within the NHS before joining Breakspeare Clinic, eventually buying the business after a decade of hands-on experience. Today, his clinics span three locations, combining physiotherapy, osteopathy, podiatry, and complementary therapies to address not just symptoms but root causes of pain.
In our conversation, Paul opens up about the highs and lows of buying and growing a business, from parting ways with a business partner to rebuilding his team, refining his processes, and embracing technology. What stands out is his humility and curiosity, his belief that leadership and business acumen, like physiotherapy, are skills you can learn and refine with the right guidance.
Paul also talks candidly about the challenges of communication, people management, and the power of surrounding yourself with the right mentors. His focus on mentoring young practitioners, improving systems, and growing with purpose is a masterclass in “grow people” and “fix what bugs you” thinking.
If you’ve ever felt the pull to turn your craft into a business, or you’re navigating the jump from practitioner to leader, Paul’s story will leave you inspired to “just do it and find out”.
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So, let’s now dive into the inspiring journey of learning, leading, and helping others heal with Paul Wray.”
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The Winter Wellness Program that Paul mentioned can be got by e-mailing info@breakspere.co.uk
Resources:
Secrets Of A Millionaire Mind by T. Harv Eker - https://uk.bookshop.org/p/books/secrets-of-the-millionaire-mind-think-rich-to-get-rich-t-harv-eker/70504eeb9731eb25?ean=9780749927899&next=t
Treat Your Own Business podcast - https://thrive-businesscoaching.com/podcast/
Patient Notes app - https://www.patientnotes.app/