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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
You Won't Make More Money By Leaving OT- Here's Why
Episode Summary:
In this inspiring episode, Kate dives into the exciting growth and expansion happening at Grow with Kate and Grow Together Therapy. She shares her personal journey of reclaiming her professional well-being and emphasizes the importance of valuing your work as an occupational therapist. With the field rapidly shifting towards private practice, autonomy, and specialization, Kate encourages therapists to embrace entrepreneurship without leaving their profession. This episode sets the stage for a broader series aimed at helping OTs build fulfilling, autonomous, and financially rewarding careers.
Key Topics Covered:
- Recent Growth & Expansion: Exciting updates including moving into a new space with a nonprofit, accepting state insurance, and serving more families through Impacting Tomorrow.
- Personal Journey: Kate’s experience balancing motherhood and her career, and her realization that her professional self is vital to her well-being.
- Industry Insights: The OT field is growing by 13% (2021-2031), with outpatient therapy becoming a $20 billion industry. There's an increasing trend of OTs seeking autonomy, flexibility, and fulfillment through private practice.
- Empowerment of OTs: The importance of taking back control of your practice, niching into specialized areas, and the mental health benefits of working independently.
- Personal Success Story: Kate’s transition from feeling unfulfilled in previous roles to finding purpose, autonomy, and financial reward through her private practice, Grow Together Therapy.
- Upcoming Series: A comprehensive guide to launching and growing your own private practice, covering business skills, marketing, overcoming challenges, and maintaining autonomy.
Quotes & Highlights:
- "Your professional self is you taking care of yourself."
- "You do not have to leave OT to make money."
- "It is time for us to take back what we practice and own our roles."
- "Growing in private practice means more autonomy, trust, and fulfillment."
Resources:
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