Everybody Leads with Tim Lupinacci

Steve Foster, PT, LAT – Chairman/CEO, TherapySouth

Episode Summary

In this episode of the Everybody Leads podcast, Steve Foster, CEO and founding partner of TherapySouth, joins Tim Lupinacci to discuss his leadership journey, creating long-standing relationships, and learning from mistakes. Steve highlights the significance of communication, delegation, and mentorship in leadership.

Episode Notes

This week on the Everybody Leads podcast, Tim Lupinacci welcomes Steve Foster, CEO and founding partner of TherapySouth, an outpatient physical and occupational therapy practice. Steve shares his journey of growing his practice to over 40 clinics and the lessons he learned along the way.

Listen as Steve outlines his leadership journey, discusses how he’s creating opportunities for the next generation of leaders, and emphasizes the importance of being present as a leader. He also details his vision for TherapySouth, his early leadership inspirations, and the critical role of mentorship.

Other Topics Include:

• Steve’s interest in business
• Creating new opportunities for others
• Delegating responsibilities to manage stress
• Getting to know your team
• Being involved in the community
• Meeting people where they are
• Leadership advice

Additional Resources: 

Books:

• The Ideal Team Player by Patrick Lencioni
• The 5 Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace by Gary Chapman and Paul White

Podcast:

• At the Table with Patrick Lencioni

Charity:

• This episode is in support of Steve Foster’s designated charity, Banks Academy. We have made a donation to this charity as a thank you to Steve for joining Everybody Leads. To learn more about Banks Academy, please visit https://banksacademy.org/. 

TherapySouth:

• Website: https://therapysouth.com/

Contact Steve Foster:

• Website: https://therapysouth.com/staff/stephen-steve-foster-pt-lat/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/steve.m.foster.7/