Episode 10: Finding Awe As You Start Your OT Business with Guest, Michele Hampton

Episode 10: Finding Awe As You Start Your OT Business with Guest, Michele Hampton

Author: Carlyn Neek - OT Entrepreneur Coach, Educator, Founder of ACTivate Vitality June 7, 2023 Duration: 54:48

I loved sitting down with Michele Hampton, an inspiring mental health occupational therapist, who shares her journey in starting her own private practice and the lessons she learned along the way. With humour and heart, Michele shares her stories about calling into radio talk shows, how her husband wrote a banjo song for their pandemic puppy, and how she found the courage and support to launch her nature-based, adult mental health private practice. Being gritty Canadian gals, we couldn't help but throw in a couple gems about shiny tractors and monster trucks. I hope you enjoy it and laugh along with us.

In this episode, you'll learn:

  • The ups and downs of starting a private practie
  • The imporance of laughter and having a flexible, curious outlook
  • How to overcome challenges and stay motivated
  • The power of sharing stories and connecting with others
  • How to make the most of unexpected opportunities
  • And what a shiny tractor has to do with it all

So grab a cup of coffee or head out for a walk as you get ready to be entertained and inspired by Michele's journey in starting Opening Doors Occupational Therapy.

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If you're an OT just starting a new business and would like some support in moving forward through those natural sticking points, I'd love to help you like I helped Michele. She had to start turning away work within months of getting started and you can too!

Book a time for a quick 15 min chat with me and let's see what we can do.

 

 

 

 


Hosted by Carlyn Neek, an OT entrepreneur coach and educator, The BRAVE OT Podcast | Real Conversations with Occupational Therapy Trailblazers is a space for honest dialogue about the evolving landscape of occupational therapy. This isn't about abstract theory; it's grounded in the real-world experiences of practitioners who are actively reshaping their careers and the profession itself. Each conversation delves into what it means to build a meaningful practice, whether that's in clinical settings, through entrepreneurial ventures, or by advocating for systemic change. You'll hear stories of navigating challenges, redefining success beyond burnout, and discovering innovative ways to serve clients. The discussions naturally weave together the science of occupational therapy with the practicalities of business and the social impact of the work. Listening to this podcast feels like joining a candid mentorship circle, one that values curiosity and growth over perfection. It’s for OTs who are ready to examine their assumptions, try new approaches, and find a deeper sense of fulfillment in their professional journey. Carlyn brings her perspective as the founder of ACTivate Vitality to these interviews, fostering talks that are both supportive and provocatively thoughtful, always aimed at empowering therapists to live their mission more fully.
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