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The BRAVE OT Podcast

The BRAVE OT Podcast

Auteur(s): Carlyn Neek
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 The BRAVE OT Podcast with Carlyn Neek is all about empowering occupational therapists to step-up, level-up, blaze some trails, and maybe engage in a little conscious rebellion in service of the profession, our clients, our work, our businesses, and living our mission wholeheartedly. We are all about keeping it real, doing hard things, unhuslting, being curious, trying new things, growing through our challenges, and finding joy and fulfillment along the way. Really, we are OTing ourselves and each other. All of the intro and outro music was graciously provided by Hal Curties, a local Calgary musician and someone who has contributed to my personal and professional growth in so many ways.2022 Gestion et leadership Science Sciences biologiques Économie
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  • Ep. 49: Neurodivergent OTs Discuss Creating a Practice That Actually Works for You With Guest, Breanna James

    Ep. 49: Neurodivergent OTs Discuss Creating a Practice That Actually Works for You With Guest, Breanna James
    Sep 17 2025
    This week on The BRAVE OT Podcast: So many neurodivergent OTs like us have spent our careers trying to squeeze ourselves into systems that weren't designed for how our brains work, for our sensory needs, or for how our values need to align deeply with our work. It is a brave move to one day say "I'm going to create something that actually works for me." Join me as I talk with Breanna James, an OT from Alaska who's been part of my ACTivate Vitality program and community for almost a year. Breanna specializes in supporting neurodivergent adults, and what I love about this conversation is how she talks about creating her private practice as her own accommodation - a way to work that honors both her neurodivergent brain and her values around authentic, client-centered care. You'll hear how she moved from traditional settings that didn't quite fit into building something that works for her life as a parent, as a business owner, and as someone who needs flexibility and play in her work. We dive into why neurodivergent adults desperately need our OT services, how to bring play and creativity back into the mundane parts of business, and why you don't need another certification to start helping the people who need you most. This conversation is for any OT who's been feeling like they need to practice differently, who's struggling with the loneliness of solo practice, or who's wondering if they're qualified enough to work with adult populations. If you've ever felt like you're trying to squeeze yourself into a mold that wasn't made for you, this episode will give you permission to create something that actually fits. Key Topics We Discuss: Creating private practice as your own accommodation for neurodivergent needsPermission to practice OT authentically without fitting traditional moldsThe power of community and connection for solo practitionersBringing playfulness back into business and clinical workWhy neurodivergent adults need OT services (beyond coaches or counselors)Moving from burnout to sustainable, values-driven practiceUsing AI tools to support clinical workBreaking free from the "shoulds" and finding what actually worksBuilding teams and having vulnerable leadership conversations Who This Episode Is For: OTs feeling stuck in traditional employment settingsSolo practitioners experiencing loneliness and isolationNeurodivergent OTs seeking accommodations in their workAnyone questioning whether they're qualified to work with adult populationsOTs interested in supporting neurodivergent adults Links Mentioned: Breanna's website: authenticlivingot.comContact Breanna: info@authenticliving.comFree Play (book mentioned by Breanna) Comment with your favourite comfort shows. Here are ours: Schitt's CreekGrey's AnatomyFriends30 RockTrue Crime Shows and Podcasts Keep the conversation going in the The BRAVE OT Facebook group. Download the 2025 ACTivate Vitality Analysis Report to see what we are talking about. We are currently accepting new OT business owners into the program so we'd love to hear from you. Book a Clarity Call today. Ready to meet Jane and try out the AI Scribe? As a listener of The BRAVE OT Podcast, we invite you to check out our favourite EMR, Jane.app and use the code VITALITY on your new Jane account for a one month grace period. Questions OTs Are Asking: How can I create a private practice that works for my neurodivergent brain?What support is available for OT business owners?How can I improve my mindset as a business owner?How do I overcome loneliness as a solo practitioner?What's the difference between OT and coaching for neurodivergent adults?How do I bring more play and creativity into my business?Can occupational therapists help adults with executive functioning?Do I need special certifications to work with autistic adults?How do I start working with neurodivergent adults as an OT?What does occupational therapy look like for adults with ADHD? #OTBusiness #NeurodivergentOT #ADHDTherapist #AutismOT #OccupationalTherapy #BRAVEOTPodcast #OTLife #EntrepreneurOT #ACTivateVitality #SustainableBusiness #OTCommunity #PrivatePracticeOT #BusinessOwnerLife #OTSupport #AuthenticPractice
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    1 h et 19 min
  • Ep. 48: The Mindset Shifts That Move You Through Fear and Into Entrepreneurial Action With Guest, Dr. Lorne Brown

    Ep. 48: The Mindset Shifts That Move You Through Fear and Into Entrepreneurial Action With Guest, Dr. Lorne Brown
    Aug 29 2025
    Waiting until you feel ready to make your next move? Convinced you need more training before you can call yourself an expert? Think entrepreneurs are just naturally fearless? Join me as I talk with traditional Chinese medicine doctor, Dr. Lorne Brown, about the mindset shifts we need to make to move through fear and think like an entrepreneur. Lorne shares how he built a thriving practice by flipping conventional wisdom on its head, committing first to a meaningful challenge, then finding courage, building capability, and finally gaining confidence. You'll hear his adaptation of Dan Sullivan's "Four Cs" framework for tackling scary ventures, how he persisted in building trust with referral partners, even when the doors kept closing, and the real story behind building something meaningful when you have no idea what you're doing. We explore how to reframe rejection as valuable feedback, why your niche might need to choose you, and the inner work (cognitive, emotional and spiritual) required to become a clear vessel for inspired action. This conversation is for any practitioner who's been playing it safe, overthinking their next move, or struggling with the gap between wanting to grow and actually taking action. If you've ever felt paralyzed by not knowing enough or not being ready enough, this episode will shift how you think about courage, competence, and what it really takes to build something that matters. Links mentioned: The 4 Cs Challenge, a book by Dan SullivanDr. Lorne Brown's website www.lornebrown.com where you'll find his: Clinic - Acubalance Wellness CenterBook - "Missing the Point: Why Acupuncturists Fail and What They Need to Know to Succeed" Educational Platform - Healthy Seminars Join us in The BRAVE OT Facebook group to keep the conversation going! Work with Me: If the gap between you and sustainable action in making your business look like your dream job, reach out. The ACTivate Vitality program is taking new participants in September and we are really good at creating the safe space and accountability you need to implement just what Lorne and I talk about in this podcast. Questions OTs are asking: How do I overcome fear of starting my own practice?What mindset do I need to be a successful healthcare entrepreneur?How do I build confidence in my business abilities?What's the difference between successful and struggling practitioners?How do I know when I'm ready to take the leap? Meet Jane Jane is an EMR with heart and also the sponsor of The BRAVE OT Podcast. I recently wrote a blog article on how I customized Jane's AI Scribe feature to write chart notes that are better quality and more occupationally focused than my notes have every been before. Read the blog here and, if you decide to sign up, be sure to use the code VITALITY for a one month grace period as listender of this podcast.
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    56 min
  • Ep 47: The Messy Middle of Multiple Income Streams - My Behind-the-Scenes Business Reality

    Ep 47: The Messy Middle of Multiple Income Streams - My Behind-the-Scenes Business Reality
    Aug 8 2025

    How do you define success in your business? Is offering a variety of services scattered and unfocused or a wise path to multiple income streams? Or maybe success isn't about money at all for you?

    I'm pulling back the curtain on my own current business reality, sharing the revenue proportions, time commitments, what energizes me versus what drains me, and the messy truth about having a podcast, online courses, a planner, private practice, and teaching gigs all under one roof.

    You'll hear about my ACTivate Vitality program that represents a third of my income but takes twice the marketing effort I wish it did, my Practical ACT for OTs course that sells itself, and how my planner and podcast make up less than 5% of my revenue but remain worthwhile. I'm also talking about the unexpected pathways between my offerings, and how I make data-driven decisions for sustainable growth in my business satisfaction, and why I've chosen flexibility over indiscriminate scaling.

    This episode is for any OT who's wondering whether they need to niche down or scale up in their business and those questioning how to define success in their own work and life.

    The branches of my business:

    • ACTivate Vitality Personal Development Planner
    • The BRAVE OT Podcast
    • Practical ACT for OTs Course
    • ACTivate Vitality Program
    • Balance Works OT

    Join us in The BRAVE OT Facebook group to keep the conversation going!

    Thanks to Jane for supporting the podcast and providing an EMR OTs can trust. Book a Demo and use the code VITALITY at signup for a one month grace period.

    Questions OTs are asking: How do I create multiple income streams as an OT? What does a successful OT business really look like? How do I balance multiple projects without burning out? Is it better to niche down or diversify? How much money can you make as an entrepreneur OT?
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    31 min
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