S2 E4: Carrots, Cancer, and Comebacks: How Life’s Hard Knocks Built My Million-Dollar Business
Release Date: 01/28/2025
The Clinical Entrepreneur
Think free downloads are outdated? Think again. One small, helpful resource can completely change how people see your practice - and how easy it is for them to say “yes” to working with you. In this episode of The Clinical Entrepreneur, I’m walking you through exactly how to create and use free resources (without the marketing lingo, tech overwhelm, or perfectionism). We’re talking checklists, mini-guides, or short videos that solve one small problem and make a big impact. Here’s What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✅ What a free resource actually is (and why I’m ditching...
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info_outlineLife doesn’t come with a manual, but it sure comes with lessons - some that feel like sweet wins and others that hit like a gut punch. In this episode, I’m getting real about my journey, from being a Kraft mac & cheese aficionado (hot dogs and peas were mandatory) to facing unimaginable challenges that shaped me into the entrepreneur I am today.
Spoiler alert: it wasn’t all sunshine and rainbows. I’ve walked through the fire - my daughter’s cancer diagnosis, crippling business failures, and that never-ending hustle to balance clinical skills with running an actual business. But you know what? Every hard knock taught me something that helped me create the thriving, million-dollar practice I run today.
Here’s the truth:
1️⃣ You can build the practice of your dreams - it starts with vision and focus.
2️⃣ Your words and mindset have more power than you think.
This isn’t just my story; it’s a reminder that no matter where you are or how messy things feel, there’s a way forward. So grab your coffee (or wine - no judgment) and join me for an honest, raw, and inspiring conversation about grit, grace, and getting back up again.
Here’s What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
💡 Your words are powerful: Why the language you use shapes your success in life and business.
💡 Resilience 101: What I learned about strength and perseverance from my daughter’s fight against cancer.
💡 Bouncing back: How I climbed out of debt, rebuilt my business, and the lessons I wish I’d known earlier.
💡 Blending expertise and strategy: The secret sauce to balancing clinical brilliance with business smarts.
💡 Clarity wins: Why focus and a crystal-clear vision are game-changers for your practice.
Key Takeaways:
✨ Positivity goes a long way: Your life (and business) are a reflection of how you think, speak, and act every single day.
✨ Failures are lessons: Every setback is an opportunity to learn, grow, and pivot.
✨ Balance is key: Clinical success is only possible with strong business foundations.
✨ Stay true to your mission: When your actions align with your goals, anything is possible.
Ready for More? Here’s Where to Find It:
🌟 Clinical Business Academy: Get the systems, strategies, and community you need to grow the practice of your dreams.
📄 Free 12-Month Practice Growth Plan: Start creating a business that works for you with this step-by-step workbook.
📚 Join the Clinical Mastery Facebook Group: A supportive space for practitioners who get it—and have your back.
This episode is for you if you need a reminder that the tough stuff doesn’t define you—what you do next does. Let’s build the practice (and life) you’ve always wanted… together. 💪✨
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