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The Grow Together Podcast
Imagine you’re sitting at your desk, staring at a never-ending to-do list. You’re juggling the demands of running a private practice, raising kids, and trying to find a moment for yourself. You feel like you’re pulled in a million directions — and you’re not alone.
Welcome to The Grow Together Podcast, where we bring you real stories from the trenches. I’m Kate, a private practice owner, wife, and mom of two. I get it — the highs, the lows, and the in-betweens of building a business while balancing life and parenting.
Here, we don’t sugarcoat it. We share the raw, honest truths of what it takes to launch, grow, and scale a private practice without losing yourself in the process. You’ll hear powerful stories, practical advice, and actionable tips to help you thrive both professionally and personally.
Whether you’re dreaming of starting a practice, figuring out how to scale without burning out, or searching for ways to be more present as a parent — this podcast is your go-to source for inspiration and support.
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The Grow Together Podcast
Episode 3: From Therapist to CEO: Why You’re More Ready Than You Think
🎙️ Grow Together Podcast – Episode Title: "From Therapist to CEO: Why You’re More Ready Than You Think"
Host: Kate McCommons, MOT, OTR/L
Keywords: occupational therapist entrepreneur, therapist to business owner, OT business skills, imposter syndrome in business, therapy marketing, private practice startup, therapist mindset shift
Episode Summary:
Are you an occupational therapist who's ever thought, “I’m just a therapist—I could never run a business”? You're not alone. In this heartfelt and empowering episode, Kate shares her personal journey from clinician to confident business owner—and reveals the surprising truth: you already have every skill you need to succeed in business… you just don’t know it yet.
Kate breaks down how the everyday skills you use as a therapist—clinical reasoning, bedside manner, patient collaboration, and evidence-based treatment—are the exact same skills used to build, operate, and market a thriving business.
“Your evidence-based mindset is your research department. Your bedside manner is your sales strategy. And your clinical reasoning? That’s your operations team.”
Whether you’re feeling stuck in imposter syndrome or just unsure of your next move, this episode helps reframe your mindset and shift your identity from “just a therapist” to “an equipped, empowered leader ready to fill gaps in the system.”
What You'll Learn in This Episode:
- The identity shift from therapist to therapist-CEO
- Therapist Skills are the Foundations for Your Business
Power Quote:
“You’re not lacking skills—you’re just lacking clarity. The therapist inside you is already a business owner. All that’s left is to own it.”
Free Resource Mentioned in This Episode:
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Map the OT skills you already have to business roles so you can confidently launch or grow your practice.
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