Best Melissa LaPointe Podcasts (2025)

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EPISODE 068 | The Ongoing Journey of a Rogue Scholar 21:53

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This 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…

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Emergency Marker 6: Centre Indigenous Rights & Leadership (w/ Janelle Lapointe, Serena Mendizabal & Seth Klein) 1:14:21

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Our special series concludes with a marker that grounds all the others: centring Indigenous rights, title, and leadership. Erin Blondeau speaks with Janelle Lapointe, Serena Mendizabal, and Seth Klein about the transformative potential of Indigenous-led climate action. They discuss energy and food sovereignty, cultural revitalization, and the commu…

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Emergency Marker 5: Leave No One Behind (w/ Jim Stanford, Anjali Appadurai & Seth Klein) 1:10:02

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Episode 5 of this 6-part special series takes on the equity marker: leaving no one behind. Erin Blondeau speaks with economist Jim Stanford, campaigner Anjali Appadurai, and strategist Seth Klein about what just transitions must look like in practice. They explore the realities for fossil fuel workers, the importance of linking climate action to ec…

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Emergency Marker 4: Tell the Truth (w/ Donya Ziaee, Chris Hatch & Seth Klein) 1:05:10

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Episode 4 turns to one of the most foundational markers of emergency leadership: telling the truth. Host Erin Blondeau brings together Donya Ziaee, Chris Hatch, and Seth Klein to examine why honest, urgent communication is essential in a crisis, and why Canada isn’t getting it. They dig into the failures of mainstream media, the rise of independent…

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Emergency Marker 3: Make It Mandatory (w/ Dr. Melissa Lem & Seth Klein) 53:04

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In Episode 3, the series confronts a critical shift: moving from voluntary climate action to mandatory rules that match the scale of the crisis. Erin Blondeau and Seth Klein speak with Dr. Melissa Lem, whose experience as a family physician brings urgency and clarity to the conversation. Reflecting on the deadly 2021 heat dome, they discuss mandato…

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Emergency Marker 2: Create New Institutions (w/ Alex Himelfarb, Linda McQuaig & Seth Klein) 1:13:39

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In episode 2 of our 6-marker series, we turn to the institutions we need for an emergency-scale response. Erin Blondeau speaks with Alex Himelfarb, Linda McQuaig, and Seth Klein about why relying on private incentives hasn’t worked, and how Canada once excelled at building bold public institutions. From Connaught Labs to Ontario Hydro, they revisit…

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Emergency Marker 1: Spend what it takes to win (w/ Caroline Brouillette & Seth Klein) 1:04:00

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Episode 1 of our 6-part special series begins with the first marker of the climate emergency: spending what it takes to win. Host Erin Blondeau is joined by Seth Klein and Caroline Brouillette to explore what real, transformative climate investment would look like, drawing parallels to Canada’s WWII mobilization. Together, they break down why today…

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EPISODE 067 | From Pause to Purpose: Reconnecting with the Podcast 14:40

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Welcome 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…

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The 2025 budget, unpacked 44:56

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Anjali Appadurai and Seth Klein are joined by Alex Hemingway (Senior Economist at BC Policy Solutions) to analyze the 2025 federal budget and the thin gruel that is the Climate Competitiveness Strategy. We also talk housing policies, alternative ways to generate revenue and Zohram Mamdani’s win in NYC! Follow the work of BC Policy Solutions at http…

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Parallel emergencies: the poison drug crisis and climate breakdown (w/ Garth Mullins) 1:09:06

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In this episode, Anjali Appadurai and Seth Klein sit down with Garth Mullins to explore the interconnectedness of the climate crisis and the overdose crisis, emphasizing the need for solidarity among various social movements. They discuss the metaphor of a conveyor belt leading to societal collapse, the failures of drug prohibition, and the importa…

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The costs of LNG (w/ Kiki Wood and Clark Williams-Derry) 1:01:39

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On June 30, Canada officially became an exporter of LNG. Emiko Newman (Coordinator of the BC Climate Emergency Campaign) uses this inauspicious occasion as a jumping off point to tally up the costs of LNG on our environment, climate, health and finances with Kiki Wood (Senior Oil and Gas Campaigner at Stand.earth) and Clark Williams-Derry from the …

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BC’s PRGT pipeline was approved. What’s next? (w/ Kai Nagata) 35:51

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With the approval of the Prince Rupert Gas Transmission (PRGT) pipeline and the passing of Bills 14 and 15 in B.C., Emiko Newman spoke with Kai Nagata, the northern pipeline campaigner at Dogwood, about the powerful interests behind these decisions and the resistance that has risen up in response. This episode was recorded on June 17 and was publis…

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The G7 and Canada’s climate fair share 56:00

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With the uninspired wrap-up of the recent G7 Leaders Summit in Alberta, we wonder: what are these summits even meant for, and how can we use their spotlight on international cooperation to advocate for real systems change? Anjali Appadurai and Doug Hamilton-Evans chat about the issues on the table at the recent Summit, as well as our newly-launched…

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Election breakdown and Bushra’s campaign (w/ Seth Klein, Anjali Appadurai and Bushra Asghar) 43:58

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It took us a moment to catch our breaths after the federal election, but Anjali Appadurai, Seth Klein and Bushra Asghar took a moment to debrief on what the heck happened and what it means for the climate movement. Then, we asked Bushra about her experience campaigning as the NDP candidate for Mississauga-Streetsville. While she didn’t win her seat…

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The Youth Climate Corps meets party platforms (w/ Seth Klein, Alex Cool-Fergus and Juan Vargas Alba) 40:29

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With less than a week before the federal election, Alex Cool-Fergus from Climate Action Network Canada joins Seth Klein, Juan Vargas Alba and Doug Hamilton-Evans from the Climate Emergency Unit to break down the climate commitments in each of the major political parties' platforms. We pay special attention to what the Liberals, NDP and Greens have …

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Mapping right-wing activism, corporate lobbying and climate denialism (w/ Geoff Dembicki) 46:39

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In this episode of Break in Case of Emergency, hosts Erin Blondeau and Emiko Newman speak with Geoff Dembicki, global managing editor of DeSmog, to discuss the intricate connections between conservative politics, corporate lobbying, and climate denialism. The conversation explores the mapping of Pierre Poilievre’s inner circle, the influence of lob…

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Where is the climate crisis in Canadian party platforms? (w/ Anjali Appadurai, Juan Vargas Alba, Seth Klein & Alex Cool-Fergus) 33:29

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In this episode of Break in Case of Emergency, host Erin Blondeau is joined by Anjali Appadurai, Juan Vargas Alba, Seth Klein and Alex Cool-Fergus of Climate Action Network Canada to discuss party platforms and climate policy leading up to the federal election. This round-table style podcast episode explores the lack of attention to climate issues …

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Making sense of the Trump assaults and unpacking Canada’s ‘Shock Election’ (w/ Seth Klein & Naomi Klein) 1:21:11

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In this special election episode, co-hosts Anjali Appadurai and Erin Blondeau interview siblings Naomi Klein and Seth Klein to discuss the current political climate in Canada leading up to the federal election, unpacking the nuances of a nationalistic response, the role of fossil fuel corporations, and the need for effective and transformative clim…

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Dissecting the climate denial machine: culture wars and the climate countermovement (w/ Mary Stuart & Erin Blondeau) 58:01

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Host Emiko Newman interviews Mary Stuart and Erin Blondeau about the rise of climate conspiracism. Mary is a masters student in political ecology at the University of Victoria studying right-wing climate denial. Erin Blondeau is the Director of Communications at the Climate Emergency Unit and an independent writer. Together, they discuss how climat…

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It’s a f&%#ing climate emergency! Why aren’t we acting like it? (w/ Seth Klein) 1:02:04

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This episode aired on March 15 2025. Seth Klein joins host Erin Blondeau to talk about the 6 Markers of Climate Emergency Framework. Marker 1: Spend what it takes to win. Marker 2: Create new institutions to get the job done. Marker 3: Shift from voluntary & incentive-based policies to mandatory measures. Marker 4: Tell the truth about the severity…

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EPISODE 066 | Building Together: Collaborative Power in Program Development with Lindsey Vestal & Lara Desrosiers 54:14

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How 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 th…

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The Ontario Snap Election Guide (w/ Bushra Asghar, Zoe Keary-Matzner, and Karishma Porwal) 49:25

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This episode aired on February 19 2025. In this timely episode, host Erin Blondeau discusses Ontario's surprise early election with climate organizers Bushra Asghar, Zoe Keary-Matzner, and Karishma Porwal, coming up on February 27. The conversation unpacks Doug Ford's political strategy of calling an election 16 months early while positioning himse…

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Politics, pipelines, and the price of B.C.'s climate inaction (w/ Emiko Newman) 43:45

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This episode aired on February 19 2025. In this first episode of Break In Case of Emergency, host Erin Blondeau sits down with Emiko Newman, Coordinator of the BC Climate Emergency Campaign, to examine British Columbia's climate action record. Despite thinking of itself as a climate leader, BC received failing grades in a recent progress report tha…

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Preview: Meet two of your hosts from the Climate Emergency Unit 9:32

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This episode aired on February 14 2025. In this special preview episode, join Emiko Newman and Erin Blondeau for a conversation about the origins of the Break In Case of Emergency podcast and the Climate Emergency Unit. Erin and Emiko discuss why the CEU team decided to embark on this podcast journey, touching on Seth Klein's climate book “A Good W…

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Trailer: The climate crisis touches everything (w/ Anjali Appadurai & Erin Blondeau) 1:41

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This episode aired on February 14 2025. Global average temperatures are skyrocketing. Communities are being wiped out by wildfires, floods, droughts, storms and other unnatural disasters. We are living the climate emergency. Through candid discussions with frontline activists, community leaders, and climate justice organizers, Break In Case of Emer…

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EPISODE 065 | Navigating Perfectionism and Professional Growth with Lara Desrosiers 52:54

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Is 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, pelv…

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EPISODE 064 | Creating Safer Spaces Through Inclusive Healthcare with Mara Levy 56:39

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Join 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 Mar…

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EPISODE 063 | Designing Your Signature Coaching Program for Maximum Impact 29:52

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Welcome 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 designe…

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EPISODE 062 | Building a Sustainable Client Growth Engine 41:34

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Welcome 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 mark…

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EPISODE 061 | The Benefits of Working 1:1 with Coaching Clients 24:44

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Welcome 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 w…

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EPISODE 060 | My Evolving Journey of Yet Again Going Rogue 32:24

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🎙️ 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 decis…

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EPISODE 059 | Navigating the Startup Phase of a Coaching Business 42:31

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Welcome 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 …

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EPISODE 058 | Coaching Isn’t Therapy and Consulting Isn’t Coaching 53:57

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Welcome 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 …

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EPISODE 057 | Pulling Back the Curtain on the Dark Side of Coaching 37:32

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Welcome 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…

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EPISODE 056 | Sales Tactics + Pricing Strategies That More OTs Should Question 32:44

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And 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 …

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EPISODE 055 | When OT Advocacy is the Backbone of Your Recurring Revenue Model with Clarice Grote 37:35

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Today 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 State…

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EPISODE 054 | Are Ascension Models a Load of Crap? 33:09

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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 busines…

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EPISODE 053 | How to Stop Comparing Yourself to Other OTs 15:10

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Have 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 n…

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EPISODE 052 | Connecting OTs Across the Globe, One Research Article At a Time With Sarah Lyon 55:15

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Today’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 ther…

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EPISODE 051 | Things to Think About Before Entering Into an Affiliate Relationship 31:58

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Have 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 t…

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EPISODE 050 | My Return to In-Person Services: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly 40:26

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Are 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%…

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EPISODE 049 | Are You Making Things Harder Than They Need to Be? 44:07

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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…

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EPISODE 048 | Finding Your First Clients as a Pediatric Therapist-Turned-Parent Coach with Kylee Leavitt 1:03:35

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Welcome 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 Nor…

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EPISODE 047 | Mastering the Inner Game of Entrepreneurship 24:17

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It’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 episo…

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EPISODE 046 | From Clinician to Women's Health Coach with Dr. Jessica Drummond 1:09:08

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Today'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 empowe…

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EPISODE 045 | Showing Up Authentically on Social Media with Courtney Lindblom 1:04:00

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IT'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 w…

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EPISODE 044 | Transcending Life’s Challenges Through the Power of Podcasting 49:16

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It'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 …

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EPISODE 043 | Monetizing Your Knowledge Through a Membership with Stu McLaren 27:55

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Today, 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…

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EPISODE 042 | When High Performers Need a Reset 33:46

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Raise 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 de…

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EPISODE 041 | What Home Renovations Taught Me About Business 19:25

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With 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 …