{"id":3431,"date":"2014-04-09T12:49:06","date_gmt":"2014-04-09T16:49:06","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/ccpa.scottbuckingham.ca\/blog\/?p=3431"},"modified":"2014-04-09T12:49:06","modified_gmt":"2014-04-09T16:49:06","slug":"private-practice-doing-it-on-the-cheap-part-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ccpa-accp.ca\/fr\/private-practice-doing-it-on-the-cheap-part-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Private Practice: Doing it on the Cheap! (Part 2)"},"content":{"rendered":"

As my previous post showed, it is<\/em> possible to embark on private practice without incurring tons of debt.\u00a0 It does take some planning and effort, but it is well worth it!<\/p>\n

What You Need Versus What You Want<\/strong><\/p>\n

How do you want your space to look?\u00a0 Are you responsible for the waiting area?\u00a0 What about a washroom?\u00a0 Do you want chairs? A couch? Benches? Beanbag chairs? A hammock (hey, it\u2019s your<\/em> space)?\u00a0 Now, what do you need<\/em>?\u00a0 Remember, you can always add to the space as your practice grows.\u00a0 Start with the necessities before adding luxuries.<\/p>\n

Thrift Stores, Yard Sales, and Kijiji <\/strong><\/p>\n

Why pay full price for something you can get a great deal on the item slightly used?\u00a0\u00a0 I easily saved $250 buying two chairs and an ottoman off of kijiji versus their retail value.\u00a0 Here\u2019s a tip: make sure whatever you buy can be easily cleaned, is in pretty great shape, and doesn\u2019t have any clinging odors (like cigarette smoke).\u00a0 Also, buy a receipt book and ask sellers to fill one out for you at the time of purchase, listing the items bought.\u00a0 This way, you can claim the expenses.\u00a0 It won\u2019t hurt to let your friends and family know what you need and see if anyone has a lead or is getting rid of something.\u00a0 I got a free Keurig coffee maker from a friend who just wasn\u2019t using it.\u00a0 You cannot beat free! You just cannot!<\/p>\n

DIY!<\/strong><\/p>\n

This is a great time to Do-It-Yourself, if you are so inclined (or find a friend who is).\u00a0 A new coat of paint can make thrift store finds seem new and fresh.\u00a0 Curtains, pillows, and seat cushions can be much cheaper to make than to buy new.\u00a0 Maybe you have a talent for art, or take interesting photos.\u00a0 Why not use your talents to decorate the space?\u00a0 The internet is a treasure trove of DIY ideas and techniques, so have a look around.<\/p>\n

Price Comparison<\/strong><\/p>\n

For those items you can\u2019t get free, second-hand, or DIY, comparison shop.\u00a0 I have been known to spend over an hour looking for a cheaper price on an item (such as a certain brand of play sand) to find the best deal (for said sand, about a $20 difference).\u00a0 Look at online flyers for local shops, ask for rain cheques if items sell out, and if applicable use coupons!<\/p>\n

Cost-Free Art<\/strong><\/p>\n

This is a technique often seen in coffee shops and restaurants.\u00a0 Offer local artists a free venue to show their works\u2014your office!\u00a0 Displayed with an artist\u2019s card (and prices), you have original work and they have free advertising.\u00a0 Both parties win! Work out an agreement that clearly outlines who is responsible for the works while they are in your care.\u00a0 My landlord had this idea for our waiting area and we now have gorgeous photographs from a local gallery hanging up.\u00a0 For free.\u00a0 And, as I said earlier: you cannot beat free!<\/p>\n

<\/strong>I hope you found this two-part series on how to economically begin private practice. Perhaps you have some tips you could share?\u00a0 I\u2019d love to hear them!<\/p>\n

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