Challenging your limits, with Justin Osmond
Season 1, Episode 87, Sep 25, 09:00 AM
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Justin Osmond, international keynote speaker, best-selling author, producer and humanitarian, joins the show to share his journey of overcoming profound hearing loss and breaking through self-imposed limits. In conversation with Keith Reynolds, editor of Physicians Practice, Osmond explains how leaders can reframe setbacks, build supportive teams and use mindset as a powerful tool to turn challenges into opportunities for growth.
Interested in the upcoming HCLA Virginia 2025 Fall Conference (Oct. 5-7, 2025)? Click here to register!
And don't miss Justin's keynote presentation, "Don't Limit Your Challenges... Challenge Your Limits," on Tuesday, Oct. 7 at 10:30 a.m.
Music Credits:
LoFi Morning Coffee by Elonix - stock.adobe.com
Relaxing Lounge by Classy Call me Man - stock.adobe.com
A Textbook Example by Skip Peck - stock.adobe.com
Editor's note: Episode timestamps and transcript produced using AI tools.
Introduction and Episode Overview (00:00:18) Austin Littrell introduces the podcast, speakers, and Justin Osmond’s background and keynote topic.
Common Self-Imposed Limitations (00:01:35) Justin discusses the stories professionals tell themselves and the importance of a mindset shift to overcome limitations.
Living Below Your Capacities (00:03:01) Explores what it means to live below potential, the dangers of “faking it” and Justin’s personal journey with his deaf accent.
Embracing Authenticity and Overcoming Fear (00:04:46) Justin shares how embracing his unique voice led to freedom and joy, encouraging others to be authentic.
Settling for Comfort vs. Pursuing Growth (00:05:47) Discusses why people settle for comfort, and how true success comes from facing fears and discomfort.
Clinical Resource Interjection (00:06:46) Brief mention of Patient Care Online as a clinical resource for physicians.
Living Above Your Abilities and Team Support (00:07:09) Justin explains living above abilities, avoiding burnout and the importance of supportive teams using his 250-mile run as an example.
Building High-Performance Teams (00:08:15) Advice on fostering team support, knowing when to push or pause and celebrating milestones together.
Reframing Challenges as Growth Opportunities (00:08:53) How leaders can help teams see setbacks as opportunities for growth, using Justin’s hearing loss as an example.
The Power of Mindset in Unlocking Potential (00:11:04) Justin discusses how mindset shapes outcomes, the importance of positivity and leading by example.
Overcoming Obstacles Through Mindset (00:12:53) Encourages seeing limitations as launchpads, not barriers and shares his personal motto about overcoming hearing loss.
P2 Management Minute Segment (00:14:04) Keith Reynolds introduces a quick segment on practical management tips for medical practices.
Challenging Limits: Personal Example (00:15:10) Justin recounts running 250 miles to raise awareness for deaf children, illustrating how challenging limits reshaped his perspective.
First Steps to Overcoming Doubt and Fear (00:17:04) Advice on taking small, bold actions to break cycles of doubt and build confidence.
Keynote Takeaway: Redefining Limitations (00:18:41) Justin’s core message: limitations don’t define you—your response does. Challenges can refine and empower you.
Episode Closing and Credits (00:20:16) Austin Littrell thanks listeners, recaps the episode and provides subscription and newsletter information.
Interested in the upcoming HCLA Virginia 2025 Fall Conference (Oct. 5-7, 2025)? Click here to register!
And don't miss Justin's keynote presentation, "Don't Limit Your Challenges... Challenge Your Limits," on Tuesday, Oct. 7 at 10:30 a.m.
Music Credits:
LoFi Morning Coffee by Elonix - stock.adobe.com
Relaxing Lounge by Classy Call me Man - stock.adobe.com
A Textbook Example by Skip Peck - stock.adobe.com
Editor's note: Episode timestamps and transcript produced using AI tools.
Introduction and Episode Overview (00:00:18) Austin Littrell introduces the podcast, speakers, and Justin Osmond’s background and keynote topic.
Common Self-Imposed Limitations (00:01:35) Justin discusses the stories professionals tell themselves and the importance of a mindset shift to overcome limitations.
Living Below Your Capacities (00:03:01) Explores what it means to live below potential, the dangers of “faking it” and Justin’s personal journey with his deaf accent.
Embracing Authenticity and Overcoming Fear (00:04:46) Justin shares how embracing his unique voice led to freedom and joy, encouraging others to be authentic.
Settling for Comfort vs. Pursuing Growth (00:05:47) Discusses why people settle for comfort, and how true success comes from facing fears and discomfort.
Clinical Resource Interjection (00:06:46) Brief mention of Patient Care Online as a clinical resource for physicians.
Living Above Your Abilities and Team Support (00:07:09) Justin explains living above abilities, avoiding burnout and the importance of supportive teams using his 250-mile run as an example.
Building High-Performance Teams (00:08:15) Advice on fostering team support, knowing when to push or pause and celebrating milestones together.
Reframing Challenges as Growth Opportunities (00:08:53) How leaders can help teams see setbacks as opportunities for growth, using Justin’s hearing loss as an example.
The Power of Mindset in Unlocking Potential (00:11:04) Justin discusses how mindset shapes outcomes, the importance of positivity and leading by example.
Overcoming Obstacles Through Mindset (00:12:53) Encourages seeing limitations as launchpads, not barriers and shares his personal motto about overcoming hearing loss.
P2 Management Minute Segment (00:14:04) Keith Reynolds introduces a quick segment on practical management tips for medical practices.
Challenging Limits: Personal Example (00:15:10) Justin recounts running 250 miles to raise awareness for deaf children, illustrating how challenging limits reshaped his perspective.
First Steps to Overcoming Doubt and Fear (00:17:04) Advice on taking small, bold actions to break cycles of doubt and build confidence.
Keynote Takeaway: Redefining Limitations (00:18:41) Justin’s core message: limitations don’t define you—your response does. Challenges can refine and empower you.
Episode Closing and Credits (00:20:16) Austin Littrell thanks listeners, recaps the episode and provides subscription and newsletter information.