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The Halfway Point

Hosted by Locum Practice Manager (LPM) · EN · 15 episodes

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Episodes
15
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Avg length
29m
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36
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Listen Score
17
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Virality (30d)
47
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About this podcast

Picture this. It’s Wednesday. You’re halfway through the week. The inbox is still pinging, the rota has changed twice, and someone has just asked for “a quick chat”. Welcome to The Halfway Point . The midweek breather you did not know you needed. Hosted by the Locum Practice Manager ( LPM ), this podcast is designed for anyone in a Primary Care Management role who is juggling strategy, staffing, finances, CQC, patient demand, and everything in between. Every Wednesday, we drop a fresh episode packed with practical ideas, honest conversations and real-world solutions to help your practice not just survive the week, but genuinely thrive. No fluff. No theory that only works on paper. Just grounded insight from people who understand the pressure and pace of general practice. We will dive into the hot topics shaping Primary Care as they unfold, from access and digital transformation to workforce, funding and patient engagement. Along the way, we

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About the host

Locum Practice Manager (LPM) hosts The Halfway Point, a business show with 15 episodes published.

Recent episodes

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More Than a Name Badge: Why Networking Still Matters

Jun 2, 202627mEp. 16S1

🎙 Conferences, networking events and training sessions are often viewed as a day away from the practice. But are we overlooking their true value? In this episode of The Halfway Point , Ben Scorer is joined again by Jame

IPC in Practice: Why it Takes a Team

May 19, 202632mEp. 15S1

🎙 In this episode of The Halfway Point podcast, Ben is joined by Locum PM’s own and experienced IPC Nurse expert Steph Bouckley to explore why effective Infection Prevention Control in general practice is never a one-pe

From Promotion to Adoption: Growing NHS App Use

May 13, 202630mEp. 14S1

🎙️ The NHS App is now a key part of the digital front door to primary care. But while many practices are promoting it, are patients actually using it, and are practices making the most of what it can offer? In this epis

Modern General Practice: What Does it Truly Mean

May 5, 202629mEp. 13S1

🎙️ In this episode, we explore what modern general practice really means in today’s NHS. We’re joined by Andy King from Unity Practice Solutions, who brings over 25 years of experience across primary care, from Practice

From Chaos to Clarity: Smarter Rotas

Apr 28, 202631mEp. 12S1

🎙️ Rota management in general practice is often one of the most time-consuming and frustrating parts of the job. Spreadsheets, last-minute changes, gaps in cover, and the constant balancing act between demand and capaci

Neighbourhood Health: Prevention in Action

Apr 21, 202630mEp. 11S1

🎙️ In this episode, we explore what neighbourhood health looks like in action, through a live example from Nottingham City Place-Based Partnership. We’re joined by Michelle, Phillip and Jez to talk through a collaborati

Social Media That Works: Smarter Communication with AI & Social Media

Apr 14, 202629mEp. 10S1

In this episode of The Halfway Point, we are joined by Richard Stoddart from Redmoor Health to explore how GP practices can move beyond simply being present on social media to using it as a meaningful tool for patient en

The Virtual Receptionist: What It Is, What It Is Not, & How to Get It Right

Apr 7, 202631mEp. 9S1

Phones ringing off the hook, queues building from 8am, and teams doing their best to keep up. Sound familiar? In this episode, we explore how virtual receptionist technology is starting to ease that pressure, supporting

Patient Monitoring: Smarter, Not Harder

Mar 31, 202631mEp. 8S1

In this episode, Ben is joined by Mark Widgery from MedLink to explore how smart technology is transforming patient monitoring and recall processes in general practice. In this episode, we dive into the growing pressures

Neighbourhood Working: The Next Step for Primary Care

Mar 24, 202627mEp. 7S1

In this episode of The Halfway Point , we are joined by James Bowman, Director at Locum Practice Manager, to break down the NHS Neighbourhood framework and what it really means for GP practices and Primary Care leaders.

PM Away Weekend: Why Practice Managers Need Space Too

Mar 17, 202619mEp. 6S1

Sometimes the best thing a Practice Manager can do for their practice is step away from it… if only for a weekend! In this special episode of The Halfway Point , Ben is joined in person by Practice Manager Jennie Dock, w

SEA: What We Really Mean by Significant Event Analysis

Mar 10, 202630mEp. 5S1

In this episode of The Halfway Point, we take a closer look at something every GP practice talks about but not everyone feels confident about. Significant Event Analysis, or SEA. Joined by Jermaine and Tom from MyPractic

CQC Without the Panic: Preparing the calm way

Mar 3, 202624mEp. 4S1

CQC inspection does not have to mean sleepless nights and last-minute folder reshuffles. In this episode of The Halfway Point, Ben is joined by Kiran Johnson from DKJ to talk about preparing for CQC the calm way. Togethe

Smarter Spending in Primary Care: More Income. Less Waste

Feb 24, 202628mEp. 3S1

In this episode of The Halfway Point , we are talking about something every Practice Manager is thinking about right now. Money! Joined again by Tracy Dell, co-founder of Locum Practice Manager ( LPM ) and an experienced

The PM Health Check: Looking After the People Who Hold Practices Together

Feb 17, 202628mEp. 20

Feeling overwhelmed in your practice management role? This episode highlights the simple yet powerful self-care checks that practice managers often overlook, yet are crucial to sustainable success. Discover how to identi

You Do Not Have To Carry It All: Smarter Ways to Manage Practice Pressure

Feb 10, 202629mEp. 10

Are practice managers burning out because they're taking on too much responsibility alone? Discover how collective leadership and smart outsourcing can transform your workload and your well-being. In this eye-opening epi

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To pitch The Halfway Point, visit https://www.locumpm.co.uk for contact information, then craft a tight one-paragraph hook that ties your expertise to a gap in their recent business coverage.

Who is the host of The Halfway Point?

The Halfway Point is hosted by Locum Practice Manager (LPM). The show is categorised under business (management) and has published 15 episodes.

How many episodes does The Halfway Point have?

The Halfway Point has published 15 episodes.

What topics does The Halfway Point cover?

The Halfway Point regularly covers business, management. It sits in the business category, with a management focus.

Is it hard to get booked on The Halfway Point?

The Halfway Point is accessible for guests with genuine business expertise. A personalised, episode-aware pitch will still outperform a generic one every time.

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The Halfway Point hasn't explicitly signalled guest openness in recent episodes. That doesn't rule out pitching. your hook just needs to be especially compelling and relevant to their recent content.

How long are The Halfway Point episodes?

Episodes of The Halfway Point average 29 minutes. a focused format where a clear narrative arc and tight preparation matter most.

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