{"podcast":{"title":"OT Yourself to Freedom","slug":"ot-yourself-to-freedom-6665935","podcast_index_feed_id":6665935,"rss_url":"https://app.kajabi.com/podcasts/2147507728/feed","website_url":"https://www.bekieakins.com/podcasts/ot-yourself-to-freedom","image_url":"https://kajabi-storefronts-production.kajabi-cdn.com/kajabi-storefronts-production/file-uploads/site/179514/podcasts/d06ca5-5218-60d1-a300-5b5b7a25c83f_74f4d125-12ed-4e35-a132-2e3121e2fa4a.jpg","author":"Beki Eakins","episode_count":147,"summary":"The Podcast that shows OTs how to build a life of freedom using skills they already have! Tired of feeling overworked, underpaid, and stuck in a system that doesn’t value your worth? It’s time to break free. Welcome to OT Yourself to Freedom, the only podcast that teaches Occupational Therapists across the world how to sell high-ticket offers online — using the skills they already have. Hosted by Beki Eakins, a former OT turned business coach, this podcast dives deep into: ✔ How to create a profitable, freedom-based business without burnout ✔ The truth about selling high-ticket offers (and why it’s the fastest way to success) ✔ The long way vs. the shortcut to freedom – no sugar-coating, just facts ✔ Real stories from OTs who’ve made it (or are making it right now!) We don’t do fluff. We don’t do overwhelm. We give you the real, actionable strategies to take your OT skills online, build a business that actually pays, and create a life you love. Ready to OT Yourself to Freedom? Hit play and let’s get started.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-24T14:23:16.078907+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/ot-yourself-to-freedom-6665935"},"episode":{"title":"126. How to Start an OT Business: What Every Occupational Therapist Needs to Know First","slug":"126-how-to-start-an-ot-business-what-every-occupational-therapist-needs-to-know-first","published_at":"2026-02-27T06:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/ot-yourself-to-freedom-6665935/126-how-to-start-an-ot-business-what-every-occupational-therapist-needs-to-know-first","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/ot-yourself-to-freedom-6665935","url":"https://www.bekieakins.com/podcasts/ot-yourself-to-freedom/episodes/2149170778","audio_url":"https://app.kajabi.com/podcasts/medias/2149170778.mp3","summary":"You do not need more qualifications, more time, or more confidence to start a business. You need to start. In this episode of the OT Yourself to Freedom Podcast , Beki Eakins breaks down what actually matters when starting a business,  and why so many capable people stay stuck in planning mode. If you have been thinking about starting for months (or years), this will challenge you to stop waiting and take action. What You’ll Learn Why you are not stuck — you are avoiding starting The common thoughts that keep you in “planning mode” How to find alignment in your business idea Why your first offer should be simple and specific How conversations lead to sales Why you should sell before you build How to communicate your value without feeling pushy How confidence on social media is actually built Starting a business is not about having everything mapped out. It is about taking the right actions in the right order. In this episode, Beki walks you through the real blockers that stop people from starting — from fear of judgement to waiting for confidence — and shows you how to move forward even when things feel uncertain. You will learn how to create a clear, focused offer, speak to real people, and build momentum without overcomplicating the process. Because clarity and confidence are built through action - not before it. If You Are Thinking About Starting A Business… This episode is your starting point. Not when you feel ready. Not when everything is perfect. Now.   Connect with Beki Are you ready to leave the whinger mindset behind and embrace your inner go-getter? Beki helps OTs worldwide design, launch, and scale their online business Free Resource: Download Beki’s free overnight mindset meditation for free to help you build confidence, overcome money mindset ch…","meta_description":"You do not need more qualifications, more time, or more confidence to start a business. You need to start. 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