Thank you for this. After working 15 years with the government, experiencibg burnout, feeling like I am always trying to figure something out because we are so generalists, these quotes are speaking to me "start now" and "you dont need more specializations before starting". Imposter's sybdrome is big with OT'S. I always think I need to be an expert to start taking control of my practice. Thank you so much, Melanie
I'm so glad this resonated with you! I just think Doug was so spot on with the "start now" advice! There is so much to learn, and so much joy in the process, just start now and enjoy the journey!
ABSOLUTELY! Whether or not you end up running a business, learning about the underlying business operations will help you thrive no matter where you work!
100% - I never think it is too early to start considering the business side of things and it can shift your perspective in how you look at what you are learning in school and how to apply them to your business. Good luck!
Yes - meanwhile the cost of living keeps going up which is a very bad cycle to be in! I think learning how to value your services, price them appropriately, and transform your clients lives without relying on insurance is the way to go!
Thank you for this. After working 15 years with the government, experiencibg burnout, feeling like I am always trying to figure something out because we are so generalists, these quotes are speaking to me "start now" and "you dont need more specializations before starting". Imposter's sybdrome is big with OT'S.
I always think I need to be an expert to start taking control of my practice.
Thank you so much,
Melanie
I'm so glad this resonated with you! I just think Doug was so spot on with the "start now" advice! There is so much to learn, and so much joy in the process, just start now and enjoy the journey!
Thank you Sarah for the focus on this topic! Entrepreneurship is so important to the future of OT and you have done amazing work highlighting it!
I just feel like 2023 is the year of OT entrepreurship! Can't wait to see what this year holds!
This video was super informative and spoke directly to me. Thanks so much!!!
Awesome - so glad you found it valuable!
Love this! Thank you so much for this video! I am an OT starting a business myself and this came just at the right time.
Wow!! Congrats! I'll be curious to see what business you launch!
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I’m 18 in college for becoming a a COTA, should I start now by learning about how to start a business?
ABSOLUTELY! Whether or not you end up running a business, learning about the underlying business operations will help you thrive no matter where you work!
100% - I never think it is too early to start considering the business side of things and it can shift your perspective in how you look at what you are learning in school and how to apply them to your business. Good luck!
OT reimbursement from insurers keeps going down.
Given our value, this is so baffling. Collective action by the OT community is needed.
Yes - meanwhile the cost of living keeps going up which is a very bad cycle to be in! I think learning how to value your services, price them appropriately, and transform your clients lives without relying on insurance is the way to go!