OTP 11 - From Solo Practitioner to Team Builder: The Evolution of Hiring in Occupational Therapy

OTP 11 - From Solo Practitioner to Team Builder: The Evolution of Hiring in Occupational Therapy

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From Solo Practitioner to Team Builder: The Evolution of Hiring in Occupational Therapy

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Episode Summary

Facing the daunting task of hiring your first employee?


In this episode of OTPreneur, hosts Sarah and Jayson dive into the challenges and rewards of hiring in the early stages of building a business. They share their personal journey of going from never considering hiring to building a team, discussing the importance of supervising and supporting colleagues in unfamiliar cases.


Whether you're already at the stage of hiring or just starting to consider it, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice. Tune in to gain valuable tips and strategies for navigating the hiring process and learn from the experiences of these seasoned occupational therapy entrepreneurs.


Don't miss out on this episode of OTPreneur - your go-to resource for all things OT business! Hit play now and take the next step towards building your dream team.

What you'll Learn

  • Analyze the challenges and benefits of hiring in the early stages of establishing an occupational therapy business.

  • Evaluate the importance of effective communication and supervision when bringing new team members on board.

  • Explore the different considerations and legal aspects involved in classifying employees versus contractors in an occupational therapy business.

  • Recognize the value of investing in the right people and fostering a supportive work environment for the growth and success of a therapy team.

About the Show

The OTPreneur Podcast

On the OT practitioner Podcast, Sarah & Jayson share how they built successful OT-based businesses while providing tips & insights to help you build your own business. 

From first idea, to planning and implementing, Jayson & Sarah cover everything it takes to start a business in the occupational therapy space. 


Have a listen & discover how to turn your OT idea into revenue.


Your Hosts

Sarah Putt, MA, OTR/L

Owner - Sarah Bryan Therapy


Sarah founded her own early intervention private practice where she and her employees work with children and their families to foster development that will last a lifetime.

Jayson Davies, MA, OTR/L

Owner - OT Schoolhouse


Jayson co-founded The OT Schoolhouse where he created an online community to support other school-based OT practitioners though continuing education and shared experiences.

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