Lactation Business Coaching With Annie And Leah

In this episode, Leah and Annie are talking about the ever-present swinging pendulum of busy-ness as the owner of your private practice. They open up about the emotional and financial implications of both the busy and the lean times and how important it is to know that you’re not alone in this struggle. Leah and Annie both share their own perspectives and unique ways of tackling this trend and how to make the most of your downtime so you are continuing to grow your business.“You’re not experiencing anything that any other business owner hasn’t” In this episode, we will cover: During busy times, make sure to have awareness of your personal limits. Incorporating flex time into your regular schedule can make sure you don’t exceed them. How to make a plan for how to handle the lean times both financially and for your business as a whole The importance of taking note of how the year trends as a whole. Knowing when the lean and busy times are is helpful for planning and perspective. How to plan consistency in your

In this episode, Annie and Leah discuss the importance of setting clear follow-up policies to protect and guard your private practice and your personal life, as well as help your clients reach self-efficacy and get the care they truly need. It can be difficult to say no or to step back when a client is having difficulty, but most times, it’s what you both need to achieve your client’s goals. Catering to a client’s anxiety can lead to even more panic or prevent your client from seeking the care they need from a medical professional.“Policies allow you to make a clear distinction of what you CAN do versus what you DON’T do.” In this episode, we will cover: How to set policies that work for you and your clients The importance of knowing your scope How your policies can be consistent and kind if you approach them the right way How to engage with your audience in a more personal way What to do when your client needs way more than just encouragement  Links and Resources Leah and Annie both use Spruce--mention eithe

In this episode of Lactation Business Coaching, hosts Annie Frisbie IBCLC and Leah Jolly IBCLC talk about the unique challenges of starting a business as a private practice lactation consultant. They go into how hard it is to charge money for something you’d do for free and how to make peace with the inevitable expenses involved in starting a business. Leah and Annie know how much you want to be both compassionate and financially viable because they face this tension in their own private practices.“No one is going to take you as seriously in your business as you take yourself” In this episode, we will cover: How starting a business has challenges, especially when you’re coming from a volunteer background, but they’re nothing you can’t handle, with the right guidance and resources. The importance of investing the time and the money now to create a solid foundation because that’s what’s going to bring you financial viability and joy. How you can have it all: a business that works and the deep satisfaction that