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S2 E4: Carrots, Cancer, and Comebacks: How Life’s Hard Knocks Built My Million-Dollar Business

Life doesn’t come with a manual, but it sure comes with lessons – some that feel like sweet wins and others that hit like a gut punch. In this episode, I’m getting real about my journey, from being a Kraft mac & cheese aficionado (hot dogs and peas were mandatory) to facing unimaginable challenges that shaped me into the entrepreneur I am today.

Spoiler alert: it wasn’t all sunshine and rainbows. I’ve walked through the fire – my daughter’s cancer diagnosis, crippling business failures, and that never-ending hustle to balance clinical skills with running an actual business. But you know what? Every hard knock taught me something that helped me create the thriving, million-dollar practice I run today.

Here’s the truth:

1️⃣ You can build the practice of your dreams – it starts with vision and focus.

2️⃣ Your words and mindset have more power than you think.

This isn’t just my story; it’s a reminder that no matter where you are or how messy things feel, there’s a way forward. So grab your coffee (or wine – no judgment) and join me for an honest, raw, and inspiring conversation about grit, grace, and getting back up again.

Here’s What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

💡 Your words are powerful: Why the language you use shapes your success in life and business.

💡 Resilience 101: What I learned about strength and perseverance from my daughter’s fight against cancer.

💡 Bouncing back: How I climbed out of debt, rebuilt my business, and the lessons I wish I’d known earlier.

💡 Blending expertise and strategy: The secret sauce to balancing clinical brilliance with business smarts.

💡 Clarity wins: Why focus and a crystal-clear vision are game-changers for your practice.

Key Takeaways:

✨ Positivity goes a long way: Your life (and business) are a reflection of how you think, speak, and act every single day.

Failures are lessons: Every setback is an opportunity to learn, grow, and pivot.
Balance is key: Clinical success is only possible with strong business foundations.
Stay true to your mission: When your actions align with your goals, anything is possible.

Ready for More? Here’s Where to Find It:

🌟 Clinical Business Academy: Get the systems, strategies, and community you need to grow the practice of your dreams.

📄 Free 12-Month Practice Growth Plan: Start creating a business that works for you with this step-by-step workbook.

📚 Join the Clinical Mastery Facebook Group: A supportive space for practitioners who get it—and have your back.

This episode is for you if you need a reminder that the tough stuff doesn’t define you—what you do next does. Let’s build the practice (and life) you’ve always wanted… together. 💪✨

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Hi, I’m Ronda Nelson and I help wellness practitioners grow thriving, profitable practices that allow them to work with ease, live a life they love and make an income they can be proud of.

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