Episode Summary:
In this episode of BizBlend podcast, host Sana sits down with Brittany Smith and Janki Patel, co-founders of Jump Ahead Pediatrics, a woman-led staffing company reshaping how schools access top-tier therapy and clinical professionals. Together, they explore the realities of working well with a business partner—what it takes to balance personal lives, growing businesses, and maintaining trust and alignment in every decision.

Brittany and Janki share their decade-long journey from college friends to thriving entrepreneurs, revealing how they’ve handled disagreements, divided responsibilities, and built a company culture rooted in mutual respect and transparency. Whether you’re considering a partnership, currently navigating one, or thinking of going solo, this conversation offers actionable insights and honest truths about collaboration, trust, and growth.

About the Guests:
Brittany Smith and Janki Patel are occupational therapists turned entrepreneurs and the powerhouse duo behind Jump Ahead Pediatrics. Their company is transforming the way schools find top therapy professionals by delivering quality and reliability. As business partners, moms, and leaders, Brittany and Janki bring humor, authenticity, and hard-earned wisdom to every aspect of their work.

Key Takeaways:

• Partnerships thrive when built on trust and shared vision. Brittany and Janki highlight how their long-standing friendship and mutual respect have become the foundation of their success.

• Non-negotiables are essential: they prioritize the business over personal wants when needed, treating it like a “child” to ensure its long-term growth.

• Disagreements are inevitable but manageable when partners balance each other’s strengths. Both founders give each other the space to lead in areas of expertise while staying open-minded.

• Flexibility matters when personal lives and business demands collide. With families and children in the mix, they lean on one another and their admin team to maintain balance.

• Partnerships can accelerate growth rather than slow it down, provided both partners are equally committed, passionate, and willing to navigate challenges together.

This episode emphasizes that successful business partnerships require clarity, self-awareness, and a willingness to put ego aside. Brittany and Janki’s journey is a masterclass for entrepreneurs weighing the pros and cons of co-founding a business.

Connect with the Guests:

• Instagram: @jumpaheadpediatrics

• Email: DM Me Here

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