Building a Business That Fits Your Life with Loevy Afanador

Jun 11

You got into private practice because you wanted freedom. Then somewhere along the way, the freedom disappeared and the 60-hour weeks moved in. If that sounds familiar, this episode is going to hit close to home.

I sat down with speech therapist and private practice owner Loevy Afanador to have an honest conversation about what it actually looks and feels like to pivot out of hustle mode and into a business that aligns with your real life. Loevy started her practice in 2023 with big dreams and ended up grinding through 60-hour weeks until her body finally said enough. What she did next is worth hearing.

In this episode, we cover:

Why so many private practice owners end up building a job instead of a business, and what it takes to course-correct
The role blind spots play in burnout, and why you need someone outside your own head to help you see them
Practical first steps you can take today to start shifting your schedule, your rates, and your priorities
What it means to tie your worth to your business, and how separating the two changes everything
Why asking for help, saying no, and working with a mentor or coach can be the thing that finally moves the needle

Loevy now works as a mentor and coach for SLPs in private practice. You can find her at https://lettherebespeech.com/ and connect with her on LinkedIn.

If you have been waiting for a sign to slow down and look honestly at how your business is running your life, this is it. Hit play.