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OTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 072 | Designing a Learning Pathway: The Behind-the-Scenes ProcessLearning doesn’t happen in isolation - it happens inside full lives. In a year that holds leadership responsibilities, business growth, graduate studies, travel, family life, and personal capacity, often the roadblock isn’t “What should I learn next?”, but rather, “How does continued learning fit into the life I’m actually living?”In the final episode of the Continuing Professional Education mini-series, Melissa shares how she designed a learning pathway that fits inside an already-full year -  not as a theoretical exercise, but as a lived practice.You’ll hear how annual and quarterly pla...
2025-12-2411 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 071 | Learning as Identity Work: Values, Capacity, and SeasonalityPause and consider your own learning and professional growth. What’s shaping it right now? What’s shifting? What is this season of life asking of you? If traditional professional development no longer fits, you’re not alone.In this reflective episode, Melissa shares her learning plan for the year ahead - not as a checklist of goals, but as an expression of her identity.Rather than presenting a polished plan, she invites you into the thinking beneath it: the values guiding her leadership, her learning priorities in this season of life, and the mo...
2025-12-1718 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 070 | Sustainable Capacity: Rethinking Leadership & PerformanceIf you’ve ever felt the tension between big ideas and limited capacity - or wondered how to build a business that supports your wellbeing rather than consumes it - this episode is for you.In this episode, Melissa shares how understanding her internal patterns has reshaped her leadership. Through an Internal Family Systems (IFS) lens, she has been able to honour the rhythms of her life through a framework she calls the Sustainable Capacity Operating System. This isn’t about productivity hacks or scaling for the sake of growth. It’s about operating in ways th...
2025-12-1225 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 069 | Learning in Context: Two-Eyed Seeing & Perinatal HealthYou don’t need to know everything in order to begin. Today’s episode offers a window into the inner shifts that happen when practitioners stop leading with expertise alone and start leading with curiosity, humility, and a willingness to learn.Drawing from several years of working alongside Indigenous organizations, Melissa reflects on how Indigenous teachings, community partnerships, and her graduate studies in adult education have threaded together to reshape her approach to learning and program design. She explores the transformative impact of Two-Eyed Seeing, a Mi’kmaq guiding principle that invites us to hold Indige...
2025-12-1020 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 068 | The Ongoing Journey of a Rogue ScholarThis is the beginning of an introspective mini-series of episodes – combining theory and lived experience together in conversation. Join Melissa as she reflects on her journey as an occupational therapist, educator, entrepreneur, and now, graduate student. Pursuing a master's degree means facing logistical and emotional challenges. Melissa opens up about what pushed her to apply years later, and shares how adult education theory has reshaped her professional life and identity, especially as she navigates new territories in midlife, business, and learning.Key Takeaways in today's episode:Nonlinear Paths are Powerful: You...
2025-12-0521 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 067 | From Pause to Purpose: Reconnecting with the PodcastWelcome back to the OTs Gone Rogue Podcast!We’re kicking off a brand-new chapter with a heartfelt re-entry after an intentional break behind the scenes. If you’ve been wondering where we’ve been (and what’s been unfolding), this episode brings you right into the story.In this conversation, host Melissa LaPointe (she/her) pulls back the curtain on the last 18 months — a period marked by growth, identity shifts, deeper learning, and an evolution in how she leads and shows up in her work. What began as a simple pause became a transfor...
2025-12-0314 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 066 | Building Together: Collaborative Power in Program Development with Lindsey Vestal & Lara DesrosiersHow do you feel about collaboration? Working alongside someone in your field of expertise can be challenging. It requires trust, open communication, and a willingness to adapt. But when done right, collaboration allows you to leverage each other’s strengths, balance out weaknesses, and create something truly greater than the sum of its parts.In this episode, host Melissa LaPointe (she/her) welcomes two exceptional guests:Lindsey Vestal (she/her), founder of "The Functional Pelvis", the first OT-run pelvic health practice in New York City.Lara Desrosiers (she/her), founder/ow...
2025-02-2154 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 065 | Navigating Perfectionism and Professional Growth with Lara DesrosiersIs it perfect enough? That nagging doubt can paralyze us. Perfectionism doesn’t just demand our best—it demands more than our best, often at a cost.In this episode, host Melissa LaPointe (she/her) has a compelling conversation with Lara Desrosiers (she/her), a trailblazing occupational therapist who has carved a unique path in women's health, pelvic health, and mental health integration. For Lara, this battle with perfectionism isn’t theoretical. Her story is one of constant evolution, from renting space in wellness clinics to becoming a key part of the Gue...
2025-02-1352 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 064 | Creating Safer Spaces Through Inclusive Healthcare with Mara LevyJoin us as Mara Levy shares their unique perspective, combining occupational therapy and somatic experiencing, to tackle body image issues and promote greater inclusivity within healthcare. We're thrilled to bring you the latest episode of the OTGR Podcast, featuring an inspiring conversation between our host Melissa LaPointe and the phenomenal Mara Levy 🌈.In this episode, we xplore Mara’s groundbreaking coaching program, which helps individuals overcome body shame and societal beliefs, melding cognitive and somatic approaches for transformative results. We also touch on the importance of inclusive language, addressing implicit biases, and cr...
2024-11-1456 minLa Quille
La Quille143 - Pierre Lapointe, chanteur : "J’écris des petits aveux de défaite"Bonjour à tous et à toutes, je suis Thomas LOUIS, et bienvenue dans La Quille, le podcast où on parle de culture avec ceux et celles qui la font. Cette semaine, je reçois le chanteur, auteur, compositeur, interprète, québécois Pierre Lapointe, qui vient de sortir aujourd’hui son nouvel album, « Dix chansons démodées pour ceux qui ont le cœur abîmé.  ». Un album qui annonce, de toute évidence, un programme riche, inspiré d’une certaine idée de la chanson française, et où l’intime touche très vite à l’universel. Et avec Pierre Lapointe, on a parlé ensemble de...
2024-11-1232 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 063 | Designing Your Signature Coaching Program for Maximum ImpactWelcome to the final episode of our six-part Clinician to Coach Series! In this podcast series, I'm sharing resources and strategies to help you start and grow your coaching business to consistent $5K and even $10K months without overwhelm or burnout.On today's episode, we're focusing on creating a transformative signature coaching program designed to solve your clients' specific problems and deliver tangible results. We'll break down the essential components such as motivating clients, accountability strategies, and fostering a supportive community. We'll also guide you through the four critical stages of program development, fr...
2024-08-0129 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 062 | Building a Sustainable Client Growth EngineWelcome to the fifth episode in our six-part Clinician to Coach Series! In this podcast series, I'm sharing resources and strategies to help you start and grow your coaching business to consistent $5K and even $10K months without overwhelm or burnout.If you've ever felt the pressure of inconsistent client sign-ups or the burnout from juggling marketing, sales, and client delivery without a clear system, this episode is for you.In today's episode, you're going to hear me talk about some of the many benefits of working 1:1 with coaching clients, including: We...
2024-07-1141 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 061 | The Benefits of Working 1:1 with Coaching ClientsWelcome to the fourth episode in our six-part Clinician to Coach Series! In this podcast series, I'm sharing resources and strategies to help you start and grow your coaching business to consistent $5K and even $10K months without overwhelm or burnout.In today's episode, you're going to hear me talk about some of the many benefits of working 1:1 with coaching clients, including: Skill development, where we're flexing muscles as a coach that we don’t always flex as a therapistThe opportunity to validate your idea and fine tune your elevator pitch in a one-to-one sett...
2024-06-2624 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 060 | My Evolving Journey of Yet Again Going Rogue🎙️ Exciting news! I'm back with a brand new episode of the podcast! 🎉In this episode I dive deep into the past 6 months of rapid business growth, sharing my experiences and lessons learned along the way including: 1️⃣ Doubling gross revenue: I discuss how I managed to double my business's gross revenue over a 9-month period and the strategic decisions I made to achieve this impressive growth. 2️⃣ Embracing the CEO role: I reflect on the challenges I faced and the sacrifices I made in order to step into my role as the CEO of my business. I share...
2023-10-2132 minDOMtalk
DOMtalk#27 - Mélissa : j'ai réalisé le confort que j'avais en quittant La RéunionPour soutenir le podcast, abonnez-vous à mon Patreon !Hello tout le monde !Bienvenue dans ce nouvel épisode !Découvrez l’histoire de Mélissa, une Réunionaise en études de médecine générale à Nantes.Mélissa se livre sur son adaptation à la vie en Hexagone entre différences culturelles et remarques déplacées sur ses cheveux.Elle aborde également la question de son orientation sexuelle et de la question LGBT à la Réunion.Mon invitée est...
2023-05-2147 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 059 | Navigating the Startup Phase of a Coaching BusinessWelcome to the third episode in our Clinician to Coach Series! In this six-part series, I'm sharing resources and strategies to help you start and grow your coaching business to consistent $5K and even $10K months without overwhelm or burnout.In today's episode, you're going to hear me talk about: The steps you need to take to actually start that coaching businessHow to get clear on your numbers, including your baseline revenue and how to know what to pay yourselfWhy validating your idea is one of the most important steps to starting a businessQuestions to...
2023-04-1842 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 058 | Coaching Isn’t Therapy and Consulting Isn’t CoachingWelcome to the second episode in our Clinician to Coach Series! In this six-part series, I'm sharing resources and strategies to help you start and grow your coaching business to consistent $5K and even $10K months without overwhelm or burnout.In today's episode, you're going to hear me talk about: The key differences between consulting, coaching and therapyWhy you want to clearly articulate what service you're providing and what your client can expect in terms of the coaching relationshipThe gold standard for positioning your coaching services alongside your work as a therapistCommon scenarios for th...
2023-04-0353 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 057 | Pulling Back the Curtain on the Dark Side of CoachingWelcome to our Clinician to Coach Series! In this six-part series, I'm sharing resources and strategies to help you start and grow your coaching business to consistent $5K and even $10K months without overwhelm or burnout.And we're kicking things off by pulling back the curtain on the dark side of coaching! In today's episode, you're going to hear me talk about: Why healthcare professionals are burning out with the current state of healthcareThe growing trends and opportunities in the coaching industryThe concerns with the wild, wild West of the coaching world and...
2023-03-2037 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 056 | Sales Tactics + Pricing Strategies That More OTs Should QuestionAnd we're back, pulling back the curtain on yet another area of business that often has some shady things going on... Today we’re going to be talking about sales tactics and pricing strategies that more of us should be questioning as both entrepreneurs AND consumers.  In this episode you’re going to hear me talk about (and question): The importance of using our critical thinking skills when it comes to applying what's being taught in the online spaceHow income claim marketing can be problematicThe pros and cons for hiding your pricingHigh pressure sales tactic...
2023-03-1332 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 055 | When OT Advocacy is the Backbone of Your Recurring Revenue Model with Clarice GroteToday we’re rolling out another Rogue Spotlight Interview where we’re featuring an OT who’s thinking outside the box and doing things differently in terms of how they’re using their education and experience to serve their audience. Clarice Grote is an occupational therapist, medicare specialist and health policy consultant based in the United States. She’s also the Founder and CEO of Amplify OT, a company dedicated to educating and encouraging occupational therapy practitioners and students to engage with Medicare policy and advocacy. Now if you’re thinking this episode doesn’t apply to you b...
2023-03-0637 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 054 | Are Ascension Models a Load of Crap?Today’s episode is an important one because we’re kicking off a series of tough conversations where I’m pulling back the curtain on some of the things I’ve been learning on this journey into the dark side of the online business world.My goal with these types of episodes is two-fold: I want to lead by example in being a service-based online business owner that’s practicing with integrity, helping more OT entrepreneurs to follow suit.I want to help more OTs who are navigating the online space to use their critical thinking when signin...
2023-02-2733 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 053 | How to Stop Comparing Yourself to Other OTsHave you ever been in a situation where a colleague shares one of their wins -- and while you want to feel happy for them, you instead there's a part of you that cringes on the inside? Or maybe you've had a peer share their successes and instead of feeling inspired, their announcement made you feel bad, like you weren't enough. My friend, you are not alone. Which is why on today's episode, we're doing a deep dive into this idea of comparing ourselves to others, especially in the OT space. In this e...
2023-02-2015 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 052 | Connecting OTs Across the Globe, One Research Article At a Time With Sarah LyonToday’s episode is particularly exciting because we’re getting back into the groove with spotlighting other amazing OTs who are on this journey of going rogue. And we're kicking things off with none other than Sarah Lyon. In 2011, Sarah launched OT potential because she realized the incredible need for a reliable source of quality occupational therapy-related content and resources. As you’re going to hear in this interview, Sarah is on a mission. Through her OT Potential platform, she now has a blog, a podcast and a membership-based journal club -- all geared towards helping...
2023-02-1355 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 051 | Things to Think About Before Entering Into an Affiliate RelationshipHave you ever thought about being an affiliate for another entrepreneur, where you're promoting their offer in exchange for a commission payment? Or maybe you've thought about taking on affiliate partners for one of your programs or offers? Well, before you take this idea much further, I want you to tune into this episode where I break down eight things to consider before entering into an affiliate relationship. In this episode you’re going to hear me talk about: The importance of getting clarity on the fundamentals of your offer before expecting someone else to ma...
2023-02-0631 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 050 | My Return to In-Person Services: The Good, The Bad and The UglyAre you dabbling in the online space and sometimes feel pressured to go “all in” as a Digital CEO? Or maybe you’re offering in-person services and it feels all-encompassing, meaning you’re wondering how you could possibly take on an online revenue stream on the side? Do you ever wonder if you can have the best of both worlds?Well, after being 100% fully online for the last 4.5 years, today I’m pulling back the curtain on my return to in-person services. In this episode you’re going to hear me talk about: The changes I...
2023-01-3040 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 049 | Are You Making Things Harder Than They Need to Be?Are there days where you question if you’re making things harder than they need to be? Or maybe there are times where you’re so in the thick of it, that you don’t even realize there might be an easier way… Well, my friend, you are not alone. And on today’s episode, we’re going to shine a light on times in our business journey where we may very well be making things more challenging than they need to be. We’re also going to explore some reasons on why this is and wha...
2023-01-2344 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 055 | The Business of Going RogueOn today's episode, I'm going to be sharing more about The Business of Going Rogue, our flagship program for the Rogue Community. You're going to hear more about: How this program came about and the meaning behind the program nameA behind-the-scenes look into program creation for someone with ADHD My WHY for each of the four sections of the program. If you resonate in any capacity with this idea of going rogue, you're going to want to tune in for this episode! To learn more about The Business of Going Rogue, go to http...
2023-01-1644 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 048 | Finding Your First Clients as a Pediatric Therapist-Turned-Parent Coach with Kylee LeavittWelcome to the first episode of 2023! We’re kicking the year off by re-introducing our “Coaching Conversations” series where I sit down with one of my students and coach them through challenges or roadblocks in their business that many of our listeners may also be facing. Today I have the pleasure of hosting Kylee Leavitt. Kylee is based out of North Carolina, US and her clinical background is in pediatrics. After experiencing a tough transitional period in her life, she’s now using her own journey with a coach to inspire her work as a par...
2023-01-091h 03OTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 047 | Mastering the Inner Game of EntrepreneurshipIt’s that time! Welcome to the last OTs Gone Rogue episode of 2022. And while everyone else is looking back on the past year, today I’m reflecting on my journey as an entrepreneur.As I’ve mentioned before on the podcast, I’m a big fan of journaling. My business journal has given me a living document of my entire entrepreneurial journey.This episode is my love letter to entrepreneurship, celebrating the highs, the lows, the wins, and everything in between that makes up this wonderful journey so many of us are on. I ca...
2022-12-2024 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 046 | From Clinician to Women's Health Coach with Dr. Jessica DrummondToday's episode is a combination of many of my passions -- women's health, coaching, mindset AND entrepreneurship. Dr. Jessica Drummond is the founder and CEO of The Integrative Women’s Health Institute, The Outsmart Endo Health Coaching Program, and the creator of the Women's Health Coach Certification. She's passionate about caring for and empowering people who struggle with women’s and pelvic health concerns, as well as educating and supporting clinicians and wellness professionals in confidently and safely using integrative tools to transform women’s and pelvic healthcare.After receiving my Women’...
2022-12-061h 09OTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 045 | Showing Up Authentically on Social Media with Courtney LindblomIT'S TIME! As promised, we're officially bringing back our monthly OT spotlight, where we're featuring an amazing OT from our Rogue Community! Let's kick things off with Courtney Lindblom, an Occupational Therapist in the US that started her career in a skilled nursing facility and recently made the transition over to in-patient rehab. She’s also working on mastering the art of social media, sharing her relatable day-to-day struggles, triumphs, and tips with her tens of thousands of followers across multiple platforms. My conversation with Courtney left me smiling from ear to...
2022-11-221h 04OTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 044 | Transcending Life’s Challenges Through the Power of PodcastingIt's official, we're celebrating our 50th episode of the podcast!And what better way to celebrate this milestone than by doing a deep dive into the lessons I've carried forward from the last two years, as I navigated many of life's challenges in the public eye.In today's episode, I'm keeping it real and pulling back the curtain on my reflections as a podcaster, including: Some of the changes we've gone through as a business, a team and a brand. The importance of accountability when doing hard things.My ongoing dance between optimizing my pe...
2022-11-0849 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueFrom Zero to Sixty in the Online SpaceWhat happens when the lines between work and life begin to blur?It’s a lot easier to compartmentalize when you’re working a traditional 9-5, but those of you that work from your home in any capacity know that when life throws curveballs, it impacts your work and your business, there's no way around it.Today I want to peel back the curtain a bit more and share my own experiences over the past few months, how my business has been affected, and an exciting new chapter in the OT’s Gone Rogue...
2022-10-2540 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 043 | Monetizing Your Knowledge Through a Membership with Stu McLarenToday, we are diving into this concept of working online, and not just working online, but working online in a way that leverages your time.When it comes to membership communities, Stu McLaren is the membership king. He has this amazing energy, and he's so passionate about not only what he does, but teaching others how to do the same thing as well.Every time I hear Stu speak, or listen in to one of his podcast episodes, I leave with a different level of appreciation for the work that he's doing, the...
2022-10-1127 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 042 | When High Performers Need a ResetRaise your hand if you’re your own worst critic 🙋‍♀️As someone whos been on both the giving and receiving end of coaching, I have developed a fairly strong skill set in terms of self-coaching. But what happens when that self-coaching fails to incorporate proper boundaries?This week is all about recognizing when you, as a high performer, are in desperate need of a reset. I was inspired by my own experience as well as hearing what others in my circle are going through so this week we’re really diving deep.BY...
2022-09-2733 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 041 | What Home Renovations Taught Me About BusinessWith another summer come and gone, we’ve been dealing with some significant changes in the LaPointe household. For those of you who don’t know, over the past summer, we went through the process of gutting and completely renovating our 75-year-old home. The process of going through this reno has been eye-opening and really challenged and shifted my perspective as a business owner, and now I can’t wait to share these revelations with you.BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER: How nothing ever goes accord...
2022-09-1319 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 040 | Redefining Your Relationship With Food with Emily RobertsContinuing our conversation on health & wellbeing, this week we’re analyzing our relationship with food through the lens of an OT.My guest this week, Emily Roberts, is making serious waves in the nutrition coaching space with her mission to ditch diet culture, come home to your body, and learn to practice wellness with compassion.I really connected with Emily's work on so many levels, and we could have talked for hours, so this is definitely an episode you won’t want to miss!BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LIST...
2022-08-161h 00OTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 039 | Decoding Your Body Through Functional Nutrition with Laurie VillarrealDo you really know what your body is trying to tell you? In the unofficial part 2 of my journey synching my business with my cycle, I’m going straight to the source and speaking with the functional nutritionist who first gave me the idea.Laurie Villarreal, an endurance athlete, and coach turned functional nutritionist, gives entrepreneurial women the tools and support they need to level up their health to play bigger in their lives and work. Her practical application of wisdom across a variety of healing modalities goes beyond the everyday advice and guides women to...
2022-08-0255 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 043 | THROWBACK | Why I Tried Syncing My Business with a 28-Day Work CycleAs we really get going in this new & exciting chapter of The OTs Gone Rogue Podcast, I wanted to take a minute to look back and reflect on where we’ve been. That’s exactly why this week we’re throwing it back to Episode 29 and revisiting how synching your business life with your cycle could be the “aha” moment you’ve been waiting for.Whether you’re a brand new listener (welcome!) or you’ve been here since day one, everyone can benefit from revisiting the topic of this week’s episode with fresh eyes and...
2022-07-1924 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 042 | The Growing Pains of Offering Lifetime AccessToday's episode highlights some of my many thoughts on the trials and tribulations of offering lifetime access to digital products and online programs. If you have a digital product or if you're considering offering one in the future, join me in this conversation as I share some of my own experiences over the last 7 years of being an online business owner.  BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER : The biggest mistakes you can make when promising lifelong access.Why the best thing your students can do is outgrow your...
2022-07-0539 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 038 | Amplifying Your Voice With a Podcast with Courtney ElmerHave you ever wondered how your favorite podcasts came to be? Or perhaps you’re thinking about starting a podcast yourself?When I first attempted to launch a podcast, I had no idea what I was doing. I think I recorded a whopping total of two episodes before stepping away from the microphone and focusing on other parts of my business. Fast forward to October of 2020, and this time I approached podcast launch through an entirely different lens. I knew I needed to be more strategic with my time and energy. I hired John, my po...
2022-06-2158 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 037 | Setting Your Clients Up for a Positive User ExperienceWhile sales and marketing are essential pieces of the puzzle of your business, so is client fulfillment, or more specifically, the customer experience. As business owners, we can get so caught up in the sales strategy, the marketing, the question of “How am I going to get more people into my program?” that once that lead becomes a conversion they no longer have our full attention. So what happens after money exchanges hands, what happens after the sales transaction, or even what happens building up to that sales transaction?Today...
2022-06-0730 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 036 | What It Really Takes to Build a Thriving Coaching Business with James WedmoreWelcome back, everyone! Today, we're kicking things off with a special guest, none other than James Wedmore, where the focus is on all things coaching.Transitioning from clinician to coach is a great way for therapists to grow and evolve in the online space -- and we all know that there's certainly a need for qualified coaches! Yet many therapists often get stuck on the business side of things, including marketing, sales and pricing. While James and I have different approaches to our coaching methodology (and our business models as a whole), we both agree that a...
2022-05-241h 21OTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 038 | My Last Year: Trials, Triumphs, and New BeginningsIt's been a while, hasn't it?Today, I'm going to fill you in on what I've been up to these last few months.But more importantly, I'm going to share my next steps now that I'm officially behind the mic again, and the direction that we're going with the show.BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER: The answer to the question “Where the heck has Melissa been??”Why stepping away from social media was one of the best decisions I’ve made.What’s coming up in the O...
2022-05-1020 minThe Health of Your Business
The Health of Your BusinessCreating Structure for Your Impact (and Income) with Melissa LaPointe Melissa is a high-performance coach and business consultant for therapists who are navigating the online space as coaches, course creators, community builders and educators. She helps her clients to be more strategic with their numbers and more confident with their sales systems, with an emphasis on relationship-based business transactions and selling from the heart. Learn more about Melissa at www.melissalapointe.com Thanks so much for listening and you know I want to help you have a healthy business inside and out! If you have been trying to market and sell your services and things...
2022-01-1241 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 035 | Serving Your Audience Through In-Person Events Featuring Trish Williams + Laura Park FigueroaOn today’s episode, I’m joined by two very special guests, both of whom are rockstars and leaders in the OT entrepreneurial space... Trish Williams and Laura Park Figueroa! Tune in as Trish + Laura share about the trials and tribulations of event planning as both a marketing strategy and revenue stream.  If this episode inspired you in some way or if you resonated with anything we said, we'd love to know! And we'd love to share it with our community! Simply take a screenshot of you listening on your device and post it to your I...
2021-10-271h 02OTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 034 | Getting Out of Your Head + Chasing Your Dreams with Sarah RheinbergerOn today's episode, I'm joined by Sarah Rheinberger, an OT based out of Darwin, Australia that is also a change maker, a mindset coach, a visionary thinker and one of my business besties!In this episode, Sarah and I chat about our evolving journey in the online space, the personal growth that comes with entrepreneurship and the various ways we've been connected through our work in both women's health and coaching. LINKS:You can also connect with Sarah through her website, Empowered Space.If this episode inspired you in some way...
2021-10-2740 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 033 | Authenticity, Boundaries & Showing Up Online with Brock CookWe're back! I've been on somewhat of an unplanned hiatus with the podcast the last few months and in this episode, I'm joined by my friend, colleague and fellow podcaster, Brock Cook as we talk about where I've been and why I've been so quiet these days. In this episode, you'll hear me and Brock chat about all kinds of things related to podcasting, social media, setting boundaries with our time, managing our mental health and being authentic in what we share with our respective audiences. LINKS:You can connect with Brock through hi...
2021-10-261h 21The DiSpirito Team Real Estate Show
The DiSpirito Team Real Estate ShowThe July 11th Show Featuring Matt Bates, Melissa D'Ellena, Michelle Snoeren, & More!In this show we discuss: -The Summer Real Estate Market In Rhode Island ft. Melissa D'Ellena -Why you should consider buying a home warranty ft. John Lapointe -SCOTUS Upholds Property Rights ft. Michelle Snoeren -RIBlogger's Top 5 July Events Coming Up! ft. Jennifer Geaber
2021-07-1540 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 032 | Mastering Your Message as an OT Entrepreneur with Jenny GillAfter a short hiatus to enjoy some time by the lake, we're back with another episode! Today, I'm joined by my special guest Jenny Gill, an OT entrepreneur with a passion for health promotion and education. She's now using her talent for writing to help other practitioners promote their amazing programs, products and services within the rehabilitation industry. In this episode, you'll hear Jenny and I chat about all kinds of things related to writing better copy, getting clear on your messaging and some of the common challenges that many OTS are running into when it...
2021-07-1250 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 031 | From Blogger to OT Entrepreneur and Advocate with Jaime SpencerMeet Jaime Spencer, a school aged occupational therapist, advocate, author, AOTA approved educator, blogger, YouTuber, and founder of missjaimeot.com. Jaime has been a Long Island pediatric OT for twenty years. She currently works in a public school in Nassau County with students from Kindergarten to 12th grade. She also has ten years of experience working in a sensory gym part-time with preschool-age children. She co-authored The Handwriting Book, The Scissors Skills book and The Toilet Training Book and wrote her own book, FUNctional Visual Perception workbook for kids and Teaching Handwriting in Groups....
2021-06-2351 minMain Engine Cut Off
Main Engine Cut OffT+192: iROSA with Matt LaPointe and Andrew RushI’m joined by Matt LaPointe, Technical Director at Redwire’s Deployable Space Systems, and Andrew Rush, COO of Redwire, to talk about the newest upgrade to the International Space Station: the Roll-Out Solar Arrays that are currently being deployed over the course of several spacewalks.This episode of Main Engine Cut Off is brought to you by 41 executive producers—Brandon, Matthew, Simon, Lauren, Melissa, Kris, Pat, Matt, Jorge, Ryan, Donald, Lee, Chris, Warren, Bob, Russell, Moritz, Joel, Jan, Grant, David, Joonas, Robb, Tim Dodd (the Everyday Astronaut!), Frank, Julian and Lars from Agile Space, Tommy, Matt, The As...
2021-06-2341 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 030 | Helping Pediatric Practice Owners to Get More Referrals with Jane ErbeThis is a special episode in that we’re doing another coaching call with a member of the OTGR Community. Today, I’m joined by my guest Jane Erbe, an OT with 30 years’ experience as a pediatric OT and six years’ experience in private practice as owner of S.M.A.R.T. Pediatrics in Connecticut, USA. During our coaching call, we’re doing a deeper dive into sales and marketing as it relates to a high ticket offer in the OT business coaching world. More specifically, you’ll hear us talking about the VIP day that Jane created...
2021-06-141h 02OTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 031 | Our Plans for Wrapping Up Season OneYes, it’s true. The countdown is on.After today, we have 9 episodes left before we wrap up season one! And in this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on why we’re going on a short hiatus and what our listeners can expect in the next few months. Some of the things I talk about on today’s show: The original [currently unpublished] kickoff episode for the show where I was joined by a standup comedian Why we decided on 40 episodes for Season OneLaunching my podcast around a health scar...
2021-06-1115 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 029 | The Journey from Clinic Owner to Digital CEO with Trish WilliamsToday's episode is pure awesomeness. I am joined by Trish Williams, who is my friend, one of my business buddies, my coaching colleague and a former VIP coaching client. She’s also the co-host of the OT entrepreneur summit and host of the OTs Get Paid podcast.Trish has been an occupational therapist for over 20 years. Prior to starting in private practice, she worked in paediatrics and inpatient/outpatient neurology. She’s also a speaker and presenter in the area of OT and sensory processing. You'll hear more about her journey of stepping away from her pediatric prac...
2021-06-071h 17OTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 028 | Syncing My Business with My 28-Day CycleThe focus of today’s episode is on ways of improving your performance in your business. And we’re going to do that by tapping into the power of CYCLES. More specifically, I’m going to be sharing about how I’m working to sync my business with a 28-day work cycle. During this episode, some of the things I talk about include: Why cycles are an important piece of the puzzle when looking at performanceThe four distinct phases that women cycle through each monthBeing uncomfortable with tracking menstruationMy experience with a wellness program for female...
2021-06-0424 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 027 | Pediatric Pelvic Health as a Specialty Area of Practice with Quiara SmithIn today’s episode, I’m joined by Quiara Smith, a pediatric OT with a private practice that focuses on pelvic floor dysfunctions and toileting challenges. Based out of both California and Hawaii, her pediatric experience encompasses infants, toddlers, children, and adolescents. With a holistic and integrative approach to care, Quiara guides children to achieving continence with confidence.In this episode, you’ll hear about:How Quiara discovered this unique area of specialtyHer main referral sources for her private practiceThe average client lifecycle for the children and families on her caseloadCommon comorbidities among kiddos strugg...
2021-05-3151 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 026 | Five Steps to More 1:1 Coaching ClientsIn today’s episode, we’re talking about COACHING. More specifically, I’m taking you through a five-step process for getting more 1:1 coaching clients. And no, this information doesn’t apply to only a certain type of coaching. If you’re working with individual clients in a coaching capacity, get ready to take some notes!Some of the things we talk about in this episode: Setting your monthly revenue goalGetting clear on how many coaching clients you want Tracking your discovery call conversion rateMapping out the life cycle for potential clientsChoosin...
2021-05-2818 minOTs Get Paid Podcast
OTs Get Paid PodcastS1 E11 - Build a Profitable Business Around Your Core Values with Melissa LaPointeHow do you leave 1:1 treatment behind and begin to grow a large, profitable, leveraged business, without feeling greedy?In this episode, Melissa LaPointe, OT online business strategist, coach and course creator discusses her growth from bricks and mortar clinic owner to her goals as a 7 figure entrepreneur. Episode NotesMelissa and I discuss: Does wanting to make 7 figures as an OT helper make you a bad person? What does it take to set goals to reach a 7 f...
2021-05-251h 12OTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 025 | Coaching Conversations with My Business Mentor Featuring James WedmoreBased out of Arizona, USA, James has been supporting digital CEOs from around the world to build and scale their online businesses for the last 15 years. I first signed up to work with him in October 2018 and since then, he's played a pivotal role in how I'm growing and evolving as both a coach and an online business owner.In today's episode, James and I connect over the biggest lessons that I've learned from him in the last 2 and a half years. We do a deeper dive into personal growth and entrepreneurship, talking about the following: T...
2021-05-241h 07OTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 024 | How Thinking Like a Scientist Can Grow Your BusinessToday’s episode almost didn’t happen… But I’m embracing the concept of imperfect action! We're going to talk about finding ways how we show up in our business and the different approaches we can use as a guide in growing our business. In this episode, I talk about:The importance of showing up for your audience How to lean into the idea that you don’t have to know everything and it’s ok to make mistakesThe difference between a scientist mentality and an engineering perspective and how we can apply it to ru...
2021-05-2113 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 023 | Supporting OTs in a Dynamic Way with Devon BreithartToday’s special guest is Devon Breithart, a woman of many skills and talents… She first discovered her passion for working in the public school system, which eventually led her to create The Dynamic School OT – an online course and mentorship program for school-based therapists who want to become more effective, confident, and happy in their practice.This is also such an inspiring episode as you'll hear us talk about thinking outside the box, trying different things and being open to possibilities.In this episode you’ll hear about:Devon's experience as a travel...
2021-05-1748 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 022 | Building Your Audience with IntentionIt’s Friday! And we’re once again wrapping up the week with a shorter episode that’s more focused on the business side of things. This week, we’re talking about what it means to build an audience with intention and clarity.In this episode, I talk about:The difference between your audience and leadsWhy growing your audience mattersComing back to the fundamentals of marketingLearning the art of persuasion and influence through writing better copySetting up your email list as an asset to your businessThe TLC method for audience growthCreating free content w...
2021-05-1424 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 021 | An OT's Approach to Trauma-Informed Care with Jess HillIn today's episode, we do a deeper dive into navigating life's transitions and handling adversity. My special guest is Jess Hill, an OT with over 15 years experience in a number of different areas of practice including in a rural hospital in South Africa, in private practice, in the online space as both a course creator and a coach and more recently, as a senior therapist in an addictions clinic located in a castle in the Scottish countryside. During our interview, Jess shares about the hardships she's encountered over the years and how this has led to more o...
2021-05-1052 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 020 | Getting Clear on How You See BusinessIt's official! Today is our first "Friday episode" drop, where we're going to deliver a shorter episode that's focusing on business skill development and tangible resources for building a revenue stream outside of traditional therapy roles. To kick things off, we're going to talk about how our perception of business... Because how you see business is going to determine what's possible! We would also love your support in the form of a review, go to Apple Podcasts and let us know what you think! In this episode, you'll hear: How OT...
2021-05-0717 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 019 | Being Creative with Leadership + Technology in Physical Medicine with Debra BattistellaIn today’s episode, I’m joined by Debra Battistella, an occupational therapist and founder of Creative Concepts in Occupational Therapy PLLC. She’s a seasoned therapist with 20 years of experience working in physical and rehab medicine as a COTA and OTR, she also teaches and coordinates fieldwork in an OTA program. In more recent months, Debra has launched an online mirror therapy program to help rehab medicine OTs save time and improve patient outcomes. She’s also now a podcaster, co-hosting a show called The Noggins and Neurons Podcast, as she continues to find creative ways to BE in our p...
2021-05-0351 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 018 | Channeling Your Intuition as a Business-Building Tool with Landy PeekToday’s episode is a high-energy interview with Landy Peek, an entrepreneur, a pelvic occupational therapist, a trauma worker, and a Certified Birth Healing Specialist. Landy helps women connect with their feminine energy and feel confident in using their intuition during birth and healing. She also supports therapists in terms of "healing the healer", releasing limiting beliefs and leaning into feminine intuition to bring ease and joy to your practice. There is so much wisdom being shared in this episode! You're going to hear us talk about: How Landy started her journey as a pediatric practitioner and...
2021-04-271h 15OTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 017 | Helping OTs to Embrace Their Sex-Savviness with Dr. Kathryn EllisToday's episode is packed with all kinds of greatness! And yes, this is an episode where you *may* want to wear headphones if you have little ones in the background... Join me as we navigate the wonderful world of sex and intimacy with the fabulous Dr. Kathryn Ellis, a consultant and OT entrepreneur who champions enhancing OTs’ readiness to address sexuality in clinical practice through professional growth and program development. My talk with Kathryn was truly insightful! In this episode, we talk about:How she came about doing work in program design, curriculum development, trai...
2021-04-1958 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 016 | Supporting Young Families to Have Peace of Mind in Their Environment with Heather BoydToday's episode is all about happy, rested families and health homes! I'm joined by my special guest, Heather Boyd, an OT based out of Ontario, Canada with a private practice that incorporates her two passions -- a holistic, attachment-based approach to infant sleep and environmental health, where she supports families around indoor air quality and indoor health concerns. It turns out that Heather is the only OT we know of that's working in environmental health so this episode is also serving as a match-making opportunity, where we want your help in connecting her with other OTs who might be...
2021-04-1246 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 015 | When the Trailblazer Becomes the Teacher with Laura RowanHave I mentioned that I love to interview trailblazers and visionaries in the OT profession? I also love when these trailblazing OTs really lean into curriculum design and program development, helping to pave the way for more therapists to do this work. Which is why I am thrilled to be featuring Laura Rowan in today’s episode, an OT that is quickly developing a name for herself in the world of pelvic health AND professional development. In this episode you’ll hear about:What helped Laura jump from the world of SNF and geriatrics to pelvic healt...
2021-04-061h 01OTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 014 | Professional Networking and Resume Writing Made Simple with Tanya PetersonToday’s episode is jam-packed in value if you’re an OT that wants to really put yourself out there in terms of professional networking, career development and marketing. I’m joined by Tanya Peterson, an OT that’s recently switched gears and is now a career coach, resume writer and LinkedIn strategist for healthcare professionals. I’ve listened and re-listened to this episode twice now and it’s GOLD in terms of concrete tips and tools that Tanya so generously shares with us. In this episode you’ll hear about:How Tanya got started as an OT entrepren...
2021-03-2947 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 013 | Flourishing Through Nature, Connection & Sustainability with Bronwyn PaynterToday’s episode is a beautiful example of how OTs can think big in terms of their impact on the world. I’m joined by my special guest Bronwyn Paynter and as mentioned in the intro, this conversation goes in a few different directions, covering topics related to nature through an OT lens, trailblazing, sustainability, online entrepreneurship, the power of connection and finding joy in our work. In this episode you’ll hear about:How Bronwyn sees nature through an OT lens -- and trust me, it’s much more than you might think!Her personal journey i...
2021-03-2253 minThe DiSpirito Team Real Estate Show
The DiSpirito Team Real Estate ShowThe March 7th Show Featuring Matt Bates, John Lapointe, Melissa D'Ellena, & More!In this show we discuss: -Common Seller Missteps To Avoid! ft. Melissa D'Ellena -Should You Get Earthquake Insurance? ft. John Lapointe -Don’t Wait To Get Pre Approved! ft. Matt Bates -RIBlogger's Top 5 Things To Do For St. Patrick's Day and Beyond! ft. Jennifer Geaber
2021-03-1043 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 012 | Teaching Fitness Pros About the Role of OT in Pelvic HealthToday’s episode is a little bit different in that it's a replay recording from my friend Claire's show, "The Pelvicpreneur Podcast".  This is a movement, marketing and mindset podcast for FitPros, Physios, Personal Trainers and Pilates instructors who work with clients with pelvic floor dysfunction. And I had the opportunity to join Claire to highlight the role of OT and ow we fit in into the bigger picture when it comes to client-centered care and pelvic floor dysfunction. This episode was a lot of fun to record, which is why Claire and I agreed -- more OTs...
2021-03-0849 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 011 | Launching an Online Course for Therapists with Moira PenaOk, folks, it's time! Today we're releasing our first special edition episode as part of our newest offering, "The OTs Gone Rogue Coaching Call Series".What is this all about, you ask? Once a month, I'm inviting an OT from our Rogue Community to join me on the air for a coaching call (that's intertwined with teachable moments for our audience), where I'm going to help  them take the next steps in building a sustainable online revenue stream. And today, we're kicking things off with our first guest, Moira Pena! Moira is a...
2021-03-011h 07OTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 010 | How OTs Can Build Offers Rooted in Lived ExperienceToday’s episode is going to keep you on your toes as we do a deeper dive into many hot topics related to passion-driven OT entrepreneurship. I’m joined by my special guest Cheryl Crow and we’re talking about the trials and tribulations of idea overload, connecting with our people through video marketing, social entrepreneurship and how to craft an offer from a lived experience. If you enjoy this episode and resonate with it in any way, we’d love to hear about it! Please take a moment to leave a review on the show. You can also...
2021-02-2247 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 009 | Building Resilience Through Mindfulness + Technology with Sarah GoodFor many therapists, the road to entrepreneurship is not a smooth, linear process -- and on today’s episode, you’ll hear about that journey firsthand. Sarah Good is an OT, a mindfulness teacher and an entrepreneur based out of Ontario, Canada. She’s had her own practice for over six years but it was during the pandemic when she really leaned into being creative with her service delivery model while on lockdown with her family. If you enjoy this episode and resonate with it in any way, we’d love to hear about it! Send either of us a D...
2021-02-1544 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 008 | A Mind-Body Approach to Pelvic Health and Entrepreneurship with Sujata MartinToday’s episode is yet another reminder of why I love what I do! This podcast is giving me the opportunity to connect with so many kindred spirits in the OT profession -- and Sujata Martin is now high on that list. Based out of Buffalo, New York, she’s a birth doula, a sexuality coach, a pelvic floor therapist, an entrepreneur and more recently, an author. Did I mention she also does professional mentoring, community advocacy work AND has a little one at home? How does she balance it all? Join us for this fantastic interview as Su...
2021-02-0850 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 007 | How to Grow Your Practice by NOT Writing Like a Therapist with Courtney SmithToday’s episode is another deep dive into the world of OTs serving OTs. I’m delighted to be joined by my guest, Courtney Smith, and we’re going to not only share about our mutual love of marketing but we’re going to enlighten you on the power of email! Courtney is a dual therapist, credentialed as both an occupational and physical therapist. After working all over the US as a travel therapist for four years, in 2020 she ventured into entrepreneurship and started an email marketing copywriting business, The Office On Call, LLC. She now spends her time...
2021-02-0141 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 006 | Why I'm Going All In to Support the VisionariesIn today’s episode, I’m once again pulling back the curtains and getting personal, where I share about a recent situation that turned my world upside down -- and why I'm doubling down on supporting the OTs in my circle to make good money and do great things!I’m also going to make an announcement about something new that we’re adding to the OTGR podcast, which many of you are  going to be very excited about! In this episode you’ll hear:My understanding of the Law of Dharma and how it a...
2021-01-2517 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 005 | Leaning Into Personal Growth as an OT Entrepreneur with Laura Park FigueroaIf you can't tell by the enthusiasm of my voice during the intro, I'm so excited to welcome Laura Park Figueroa to the show, where we share the details of our business coaching relationship in 2020. More specifically, Laura gives us an honest look into how she's leaned into the challenges of growing not one but two businesses during a pandemic, while also studying for her phD doctorate AND taking on the role of homeschooling mama. And did I mention she pulled this off while also hitting her revenue goals?If you enjoy this episode and resonate with...
2021-01-181h 00The DiSpirito Team Real Estate Show
The DiSpirito Team Real Estate ShowThe January 10th Show Featuring Melissa D'Ellena, John Lapointe & More!In this show we discuss: -Expectations on what your Real Estate Attorney will do for you as a Seller! ft. Melissa D'Ellena -The Difference Between Replacement Cost, and “Actual Cash Value?” ft. John Lapointe -Local Business Spotlight: Elite Auto Repair ft. Jim Paiva -RIBlogger's Top 5 January 2021 Events Coming Up! ft. Jennifer Geaber
2021-01-1145 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 004 | An Inside-Out Approach to Coaching in the Online Space with Rhaya LynnToday we’re doing a deeper dive into the world of coaching in the online space. More specifically, I have a fascinating conversation with Rhaya Lynn about working with our coaching clients to grow from the inside-out, supporting them on their journey of personal growth and development as they navigate life transitions. If you enjoy this episode and resonate with it in any way, we’d love to hear about it! Take a screenshot of you listening to our show, post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me @otsgonerogue and Rhaya @rhayalynnn.In...
2021-01-1145 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 003 | Feminine Wisdom Through an Occupational Lens with Janelle GullanFor the first of my guest episodes, I'm thrilled to introduce you to Janelle Gullan, an OT based out of Melbourne, Australia who runs her own practice specializing in helping women connect with their bodies and natural rhythms. Together, we’re diving into topics related to integrative pelvic health, mothering, menstrual cycles and doing things differently in women’s health. If you’re craving a fresh perspective on how OTs are showing up in the world, tune into this episode and let’s connect! And if you resonated with parts of our discussion and it inspired y...
2021-01-0449 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 003 | A Behind-the-Scenes Look Into Our ShowAre you curious about why we have our podcast set up the way it's set up? If you're wanting more of the behind-the-scenes details about our show, this is the episode for you. In this episode you’ll hear more about:What I've discovered recently about OT podcasters and self-promotionThe significance of the photo in our podcast cover artHow we're working to keep this show feeling "light" Why having an end date mattersIf you resonate with anything in this episode and it inspires you in some way, I’d love to hear...
2020-12-2816 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 002 | Navigating the Unknown in Alignment with My Core ValuesEver wonder how to blaze a trail and make decisions with confidence... When you're doing something you've never done before? This is what I have to do all the time and today, I'm sharing more about the guiding principles in MY business. More importantly, we're talking about how my core values help me to focus on the things that really matter. In this episode you’ll hear more about:Why we must carve out the time to identify our guiding principlesThe four core values that drive my behaviour and guide my decision-makingHow this in...
2020-12-2120 minOTs Gone Rogue
OTs Gone RogueEPISODE 001 | Kicking Things Off with My Story of Going RogueLike the title says, this is our first official episode where I kick off this latest project and join the podcasting world! Today I’m sharing a little more about who I am, where I came from, what I do and who I serve. If you’re curious about what this show is all about, tune into this episode and let’s connect! In this episode you’ll hear stories about:The rocky start to my OT trainingMy history and background as a therapistWhen I started going rogue -- and whyMy transition from a pediatric therapist to a wome...
2020-12-1042 minThe DiSpirito Team Real Estate Show
The DiSpirito Team Real Estate ShowThe November 8th Show Featuring Melissa D'Ellena, John Lapointe, & More!In this show we discuss: -Don’t Forget The NET! ft. Melissa D'Ellena -5 Mistakes to Avoid When Shopping for Homes in a Flood Zone ft. John Lapointe -5 Ways Tenants Sabotage A Home Sale! -RIBlogger's Top 5 Mid-November Events Including Some Live Music! ft. Jennifer Geaber
2020-11-0942 minThe DiSpirito Team Real Estate Show
The DiSpirito Team Real Estate ShowThe October 11th Show Featuring Matt Bates, Melissa D'Ellena, John Lapointe, & More!In this show we discuss: -Weird Things Happening In the Market...ft. Melissa D'Ellena -Fall Safety Tips with John Lapointe! -Ambiguities in the Buying Process ft. Matt Bates -RIBlogger's Top 5 October Events Before Halloween! ft. Jennifer Geaber
2020-10-1442 minThe DiSpirito Team Real Estate Show
The DiSpirito Team Real Estate ShowThe September 6th Show Featuring Melissa D'Ellena, John Lapointe, & More!In this show we discuss: -How Do Remote Closings Work? ft. Melissa D'Ellena -Insurance Tips for Home Renovations ft. John Lapointe -Snapshot of the Real Estate Market -RIBlogger's Top 5 Mid-September Events! ft. Jennifer Geaber
2020-09-0742 minThe DiSpirito Team Real Estate Show
The DiSpirito Team Real Estate ShowThe August 9th Show Featuring Matt Bates, John Lapointe, Melissa D'Ellena, & More!In this show we discuss: -Continuing Closings During The Covid-19 Pandemic ft. Melissa D'Ellena -Flood and Hurricane Insurance ft. John Lapointe -Important Information For FHA Loan Qualification ft. Matt Bates -RIBlogger's Top 5 Events Including Food Trucks, Concerts, & More!
2020-08-1245 minThe DiSpirito Team Real Estate Show
The DiSpirito Team Real Estate ShowThe July 12th Show Featuring John Lapointe, Melissa D'Ellena, Sandra Peters, & More!In this show we discuss: -Strategies A Buyer Can Use To Win A Deal ft. Melissa D'Ellena -Financial Advice When Buying A Home ft. Sandra Peters -Ways To Save Money on Homeowners Insurance ft. John Lapointe -RIBlogger's Top 5 Mid-July Events Including Some Live Concerts ft. Jennifer Geaber
2020-07-1343 minOn The air
On The airThe Ins and Outs of Clinical Burnout (Episode 92)Melissa LaPointe is an occupational therapist-turned-consultant from the UK who helps OT practitioners transition from burnt-out clinicians to thriving, purpose-driven entrepreneurs. After running a brick-and-mortar practice for five years, Melissa transitioned to full-time online business ownership and is now location independent. She helps occupational therapists around the globe to market and sell their digital products and coaching programs with confidence.On this episode, we talk about coaching as a therapeutic approach in occupational therapy, burn out, and mindset supporting success as an entrepreneur. To connect with Melissa and to access the resources discussed in the interview, visit the...
2020-06-1730 minThe DiSpirito Team Real Estate Show
The DiSpirito Team Real Estate ShowThe June 7th Show Featuring Melissa D'Ellena, John Lapointe, & More!In this show we discuss: -Phase II Re-Opening Real Estate ft. Melissa D'Ellena -3 Reasons Why You Should Sell Now! -Is A Pre-List Inspection A Good Idea? -Lead Paint and Commercial Insurance in Rhode Island ft. John Lapointe -RIBlogger's Top 5 Events During Phase 2 of Re-Opening Rhode Island! ft. Jennifer Geaber
2020-06-0848 minThe DiSpirito Team Real Estate Show
The DiSpirito Team Real Estate ShowThe March 8th Show Featuring Matt Bates, Melissa D'Ellena, John Lapointe and More!In this show we discuss: -How Coronavirus Is Affecting Interest Rates ft. Matt Bates -RI Housing’s New 1st Time Home Buyer Program ft. Matt Bates -Understanding Closing Costs ft. Melissa D'Ellena -Important Documentation To Ask For Before Closing On A Multifamily ft. Lyndsey Pachon -RIBlogger's Top 5 Saint Patrick’s Day Events! ft. Jennifer Geaber
2020-03-1145 minMind Your OT Business
Mind Your OT BusinessEpisode 18: Melissa LaPointe on Embracing Life as a Digital CEO It was such an honor to interview Melissa LaPointe on this episode! Melissa is an occupational therapist-turned-consultant who is an expert in online business and entrepreneurial leadership. After running a brick-and-mortar practice, she transitioned to full-time online business ownership and is now location independent. She helps occupational therapists market and sell their digital products and coaching programs with confidence. There is SO much in this conversation for all entrepreneurs- even if your business in not online! Truly, the main theme throughout was how to think and act and BE an intentional and wise CEO of your own business. You...
2020-01-111h 34The DiSpirito Team Real Estate Show
The DiSpirito Team Real Estate ShowThe November 10th Show Featuring Mike Auger, John Lapointe, Melissa D'Ellena, & More!In this show we discuss: -Trying To Save Some Now Can Cost So Much More ft. Mike Auger -Selling Real Estate with Tenants ft Melissa D'Ellena -4 Questions You Should Ask Before Buying Home Insurance ft. John Lapointe -RIBlogger's Top 5 Upcoming November Events ft. Jennifer Geaber
2019-11-1041 minThe DiSpirito Team Real Estate Show
The DiSpirito Team Real Estate ShowThe September 8th Show Featuring Melissa D'Ellena, John Lapointe and More!In this show we discuss: -When Can A Seller Terminate A Contract, If The Buyer Doesn’t Perform ft. Melissa D'Ellena -What Is The Market Going To Do In 2020? ft. Emilio & Melissa -5 Questions About Home Insurance That You’re Too Embarrassed To Ask! ft John Lapointe -RIBlogger's Top 5 Fall Events In Rhode Island! ft. Jennifer Geaber
2019-09-0842 minSpill The OT: Real Talk Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Speech Language Pathology
Spill The OT: Real Talk Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Speech Language PathologyExploring Entrepreneurship and Women's Health with Melissa LaPointeToday's episode we have Melissa LaPointe. Melissa is an OT turned consult and mindset coach based out of British Columbia, Canada. With over 13 years experience in both pediatrics and women's health, she's now a full-time virtual business owner that supports OTs around the globe with a special interest in women's health and entrepreneurship. www.melissalapointe.com  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/spilltheot/support
2019-02-0544 minOccupied
Occupied006 – The Business of Women’s Health and Occupational TherapyMelissa LaPointe is a friend I've known for a number of years and I've watched her entrepreneurial journey building from her original passion area, Occupational Therapy and Women's Health. Now she is an online entrepreneur, a women’s health advocate, a coach, a leadership consultant and a community builder! We went into some detail around therapist burnout and how we both have been through it and come out the other side. I obviously explored the role of Occupational Therapy in Women's Health and the types of things they might do in this area and how Melissa's work in this area de...
2018-07-161h 28