Entrepreneurial Insights from Nora Bachman, Pediatric Physical Therapist Turned Practice Owner 034

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#034 Ever wondered what it takes to break the mold and start your own business in the healthcare field? Prepare to be inspired by our guest Nora, a pediatric physical therapist (PT) who's stepped out of routine hospital settings to create her own pediatric PT practice. Nora turned her passion for pediatrics into a rewarding venture, offering services to families who might not usually have access to physical therapy.
Nora's journey from hospital to private practice is filled with valuable insights. Her transition was marked by an interdisciplinary experience, a move to sunny California, and finally, the brave decision to set up her own practice, "Nora B, PT". This new chapter brought along its set of challenges - liabilities, the pressure of providing services to a diverse clientele, and the introduction of a revolutionary program, Dynamic Movement Intervention. But Nora handled them with the resilience of a true entrepreneur.
Navigating the world of entrepreneurship is no small feat, and Nora candidly opens up about this. Building "Nora B, PT" from the ground up, she stresses on the importance of having a strong support system, the necessity of a flexible mindset, and the crucial role of professional mentors and friends. With her story, Nora offers invaluable insights for anyone thinking about owning a business, laying bare the personality traits that can make or break an entrepreneur. All in all, this episode with Nora is an enriching journey into the realm of pediatric physical therapy entrepreneurship that you simply cannot miss!
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Chapters

1. Pediatric Physical Therapy Career Transition (00:00:01)

2. Hospital to Private Practice Transition (00:05:57)

3. Starting a Pediatric Therapy Business (00:18:47)

4. Creating and Growing a Business (00:34:52)