OT Yourself to Freedom

In this empowering episode of the OT Yourself to Freedom Podcast , host Beki Eakins – a business mindset and lifestyle coach – dismantles the harmful belief that scaling a business inevitably leads to burnout and longer hours. Through her personal journey and inspiring client success stories, Beki shows how Occupational Therapists (OTs) can grow purpose-driven, freedom-based online businesses with...

In this episode of the OT Yourself to Freedom Podcast , host Beki Eakins, a business mindset and lifestyle coach for occupational therapists, emphasises the importance of how we show up in our lives and businesses. Beki shares personal anecdotes illustrating the impact of maintaining self-care rituals even when life feels good. She advises decluttering one's life, both physically and digitally, to...

In this episode of the OT Yourself to Freedom Podcast, Beki Eakins, a business mindset and lifestyle coach for occupational therapists, shares invaluable lessons she wishes she had known before starting her own online business. Beki discusses the advantages of high-ticket sales, how self-belief impacts business success, and the importance of simplicity in achieving freedom-based entrepreneurship....

In this episode of the OT Yourself to Freedom Podcast , Beki Eakins, a business mindset and lifestyle coach for occupational therapists, discusses how OTs can transform their practices to reclaim time and experience true freedom. Drawing from her extensive experience, Beki addresses the challenges OT entrepreneurs face, such as burnout, managing teams, and maintaining quality service. She explores...

In this episode of the OT Yourself to Freedom Podcast , host Beki Eakins, a business mindset and lifestyle coach for occupational therapists, shares her powerful personal story of hitting rock bottom through extreme burnout and how she rebuilt her life by reconnecting with meaningful occupation. Beki discusses the importance of aligning daily activities with personal values and purpose to achieve...

In this deeply personal episode of the OT Yourself to Freedom  Podcast, host Beki Eakins — a business mindset and lifestyle coach for occupational therapists — discusses the challenges faced by OTs across the world due to systemic changes in healthcare. Beki shares her journey from leaving the traditional OT profession to helping hundreds of therapists create their own online, freedom-based b...

In this episode of the OT Yourself to Freedom podcast, Beki Eakins, a business mindset and lifestyle coach for occupational therapists, delves into the vital concept of ‘doing less and receiving more’. She challenges the ingrained hustle culture mindset and shares her personal experiences and practical strategies to embrace rest and achieve balance in both personal and professional life. Beki high...

In this episode of the OT Yourself Freedom podcast, business mindset and lifestyle coach Beki Eakins dives into the vital trifecta for a thriving occupational therapy business: clients, cash, and confidence. Beki discusses the importance of being visible, niching down, and communicating effectively with your target audience. She also emphasises the necessity of a strong money mindset and offers ti...

In this warm and insightful episode, Beki is joined by fellow occupational therapist and business coach, Dr Reina Olivera , for a conversation that proves there is more than enough room for all of us in the online space. Despite technically being competitors, Beki and Reina share how their friendship, mutual respect, and shared mission have made them stronger—and why OTs must leave behind the scar...

In this episode of the 'OT Yourself to Freedom Podcast', Beki Eakins, a business mindset and lifestyle coach for occupational therapists, discusses common misconceptions about passive income. Beki emphasises the importance of focusing on sales and high-ticket offers rather than falling into the trap of building courses and automations before validating a market need. She shares strategies on how t...

In this episode of the OT Self to Freedom Podcast , host Beki Eakins, a business mindset and lifestyle coach for occupational therapists, shares her personal journey from burnout in a traditional OT role to creating a thriving, flexible, and profitable online business. Beki offers valuable insights on lifestyle goals, mindset shifts, and business strategies essential for building a freedom-based o...

In this honest and eye-opening episode, Beki Eakins explores the hidden cost of perfectionism—particularly for high-achieving occupational therapists who are trying to build their own business. If you’re an OT who’s constantly overthinking, procrastinating, or stuck in the cycle of “it’s not ready yet”, this episode will speak directly to you. Whether you’re just starting out or already building m...

In this podcast episode, Beki Eakins, a business mindset and lifestyle coach for occupational therapists (OTs), discusses the journey of creating a freedom-based online business. Joined by guest Clare Batkin, an OT tutor from Australia, they explore how OTs can package their skills into unique online offerings. Clare shares her experiences transitioning from a clinical OT role to education and est...

In this episode of the OT Soft Freedom Podcast , Beki Ekins, a business mindset and lifestyle coach for occupational therapists, explores why mindset and energetics are pivotal for business success. She explains the significance of aligning beliefs, attitudes, and energy with business goals, illustrating how emotional resilience and continuous personal growth are essential. Beki shares her own jou...

In this episode of the OT Soft Freedom Podcast , Beki Ekins, a business mindset and lifestyle coach for occupational therapists (OTs), introduces listeners to strategies for creating a freedom-based online business. She addresses the common struggle of not having a business idea and reassures OTs that they possess unique, marketable skills. Beki explains the concept of the ‘Zone of Genius’, introd...

In this episode, Beki Eakins, a Business Mindset and Lifestyle Coach for Occupational Therapists, discusses the inherent conflict between the holistic nature of OT and the constraints of traditional healthcare systems. She explores how modern occupational therapy, rooted in meaningful occupation and whole-person care, often clashes with government-controlled and insurance-driven models that priori...

Feeling like a fraud? You're not alone. In this episode of OT Yourself to Freedom , Beki Eakins dives deep into imposter syndrome in occupational therapy —why it’s so common, how it holds brilliant OTs back, and what to do when self-doubt keeps you from building the OT business freedom you truly want. This episode is a must-listen for any OT with imposter syndrome who dreams of creating a business...

Feeling trapped under a mountain of admin ? Sick of reports, red tape, and the never-ending paperwork grind? This episode of OT Yourself to Freedom is your official permission slip to ditch the paperwork and start building a business that offers real OT business freedom . Host Beki Eakins shares her raw and honest journey from burnout and bureaucracy to a thriving, freedom-based business - proving...

In this eye-opening episode of OT Yourself to Freedom , Beki dives deep into the infamous world of cold DMs -  the messages that can either create genuine, life-changing connections or have business owners breaking out in a cold sweat. Let’s be honest... cold DMs have a bad name , and today we’re unpacking why that is , what’s really behind the emotional charge, and how occupational therapist...

In this episode of OT Yourself to Freedom , Beki Eakins shares why running your own business is the ultimate path to freedom, flexibility, and financial growth . If you’ve ever felt stuck in a job, limited by your salary, or unsure how to make more money without working longer hours, this episode will flip your mindset . Beki dives into how business ownership allows you to earn more, work less, an...

In this episode of OT Yourself to Freedom , Beki Eakins explores paradigms -  the invisible mental patterns shaping your reality. Have you ever wondered why you keep facing the same struggles in business, finances, or life? It’s not just luck - it’s your subconscious programming at play. Beki breaks down how deep-rooted beliefs influence your success, why some people stay stuck in cycles of o...

Feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or stuck in survival mode? In this episode of OT Yourself to Freedom Podcast , Beki Eakins talks about recognising when you need a reset. If you're constantly running on empty, ignoring the signs, and feeling burnt out, this is your reminder to stop and take care of yourself. Beki shares her own struggles with stress and how she learned to reset using movement, breat...

In this episode of the OT Yourself to Freedom Podcast , Beki Eakins , Business, Mindset, and Lifestyle Coach for Occupational Therapists, welcomes Sarah Good , an occupational therapist from Ottawa, Canada. Sarah shares her journey from working in palliative care to building a freedom-based private practice focused on mental health, mindfulness, and nature-based therapy . They discuss th...

In this episode of OT Yourself to Freedom , Beki Eakins talks about burnout, frustration, and feeling stuck in the OT profession. If you’re tired of endless admin, long meetings, and feeling like your work doesn’t make a real impact, this is for you.  Beki explores the allure of job security, the cost of staying in your comfort zone, and why discomfort is often a sign that it's time to make a...

Clare Welsh is an ex-burnt out educator turned Cognitive Behavioural Hypnotherapist and Mindset Coach. She helps burnt out teachers shift out of Survival mode into Balance and Thrive. And helps frustrated therapists fall in love with, and get more consistent clients from Instagram! Here’s what we cover in this episode: Clare’s 20+ years as a teacher and her experience with burnout. The wake-up cal...