#28: Career vs. Calling & the Power of Building a Personal Brand with Career Coach Dianna Conover
Have you ever found yourself asking… “Is this really it?” You’ve built the career. Checked the boxes. But something inside is whispering that you're meant for more.In this powerful episode, I sit down with career coach Dianna Conover, founder of Signature on the City, to unpack the difference between having a career and living your calling. We talk about that moment of truth when the ladder you’ve climbed doesn’t feel like it’s leaning on the right wall… and what to do when your soul starts nudging you toward a new direction.We explore how your core values are the compass toward more meaningful work, how your personal brand becomes the vessel for your vision, and why purpose-driven pivots are not only possible—but powerful. 💥Whether you're a therapist, a helping professional, or someone in mid-career craving alignment—this episode will leave you inspired to take that first brave step toward something that feels more like you.✨ Connect with Dianna: Website: signatureonthecity.com Instagram: @signaturecareercoach Explore her 5-step program: Pivot with PurposeSUBSCRIBE AND REVIEW! If you’re enjoying the podcast, please consider subscribing and leaving a 5-star rating on Spotify or a review on Apple Podcasts. Your support helps me reach more physical therapists who love neuro and want to grow their expertise! Follow The Brain PT!instagram.com/the_brain_ptthebrainpt.comyoutube.com/@thebrainpt Register to one of my courses! www.thebrainpt.com/courses
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#27: From Stuck to Starting: 3 Power Moves to Launch or Level Up Your Neuropreneur Journey
Let’s be real—people aren’t buying like they used to. 😬 In today’s online world, whether you’re selling coaching, continuing ed courses, private-pay PT services, or even offering free PT workshops, one thing is clear: your audience is more skeptical, selective, and hungry for authenticity.In this episode, I’m breaking down 3 powerful shifts you NEED to start thinking about TODAY if you ever want to launch a side hustle, build a soul-aligned Rehab business, or level up the one you already have—without burning out, overgiving, or chasing trends that don’t feel like you.Here’s what we’re diving into: ✨ The real reason knowing your audience isn’t enough anymore—and the deeper question you need to ask ✨ Why trust is today’s most valuable currency—and how to build it intentionally ⚡ The #1 mindset shift that will unlock momentum, consistency, and creative flow (even when you feel "not ready")Whether you’re dreaming of launching something of your own or you're already in the game and feeling stuck… this episode is your soul nudge and strategic wake-up call to align, simplify, and SHOW UP with purpose.Hit play. Your future brand is waiting. 💥SUBSCRIBE AND REVIEW! If you’re enjoying the podcast, please consider subscribing and leaving a 5-star rating on Spotify or a review on Apple Podcasts. Your support helps me reach more physical therapists who love neuro and want to grow their expertise! Follow The Brain PT!instagram.com/the_brain_ptthebrainpt.comyoutube.com/@thebrainpt Register to one of my courses! www.thebrainpt.com/courses
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#26: How to Truly Support a Patient with Dementia: Rehab Reimagined with Adria Thompson, M.S., CCC-SLP
What if we told you that progress in dementia care doesn’t always look like reps, goals, or traditional outcomes—and that your impact as a rehab professional goes far beyond the checklist?In this powerful episode, I’m joined by Adria Thompson, M.S., CCC-SLP, the incredible dementia care educator behind @belightcare and www.belightcare.com. Adria is the TOP dementia care influencer on social media—and for good reason. Her heart-forward, evidence-informed approach is changing the way we think about communication, participation, and purpose in therapy.Together, we dive into: 💭 The most common misconceptions PTs and OTs still have about working with individuals with dementia ✨ How to create engagement—even with moderate to advanced cognitive decline 🏡 Why environment (noise, clutter, timing) can make or break your session 🧩 How to structure sessions that feel safe, meaningful, and actually helpful 💔 What to do when you feel discouraged or stuck in sessions with low participationWhether you’re in acute care, home health, outpatient, or anywhere in between—this episode will help you reframe your mindset, retool your strategies, and reconnect with the bigger mission behind your work.💡 Learn more from Adria at @belightcare and www.belightcare.comThis one’s FULL of perspective shifts that will stay with you long after the episode ends!SUBSCRIBE AND REVIEW! If you’re enjoying the podcast, please consider subscribing and leaving a 5-star rating on Spotify or a review on Apple Podcasts. Your support helps me reach more physical therapists who love neuro and want to grow their expertise! Follow The Brain PT!instagram.com/the_brain_ptthebrainpt.comyoutube.com/@thebrainpt Register to one of my courses! www.thebrainpt.com/courses
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#25: Why Breathing is a Postural Control Strategy (Not Just a Vital Sign!)
Do you sometimes forget about the respiratory system in your rehab sessions? Oh...NO WORRIES. I have too! But let's level up and learn how we can optimize our patient movement with breathing.This week on my IG (@the_brain_pt) I started a 4-Part Series called Breathe+ Flow, I invite you to check it out to have a visual image of some of the exercises I mentioned.I hope you enjoy!xo,LilySUBSCRIBE AND REVIEW! If you’re enjoying the podcast, please consider subscribing and leaving a 5-star rating on Spotify or a review on Apple Podcasts. Your support helps me reach more physical therapists who love neuro and want to grow their expertise! Follow The Brain PT!instagram.com/the_brain_ptthebrainpt.comyoutube.com/@thebrainpt Register to one of my courses! www.thebrainpt.com/courses
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#24: The ONE Neuro Test That Outshines MRIs and CTs in Brainstem Stroke: The HINTS Exam
Get the HINTS EXAM Handout Here! The most common causes of ACUTE VESTIBULAR SYNDROME are vestibular neuritis (often called labyrinthitis) and ischemic stroke in the brainstem or cerebellum. Vertebrobasilar ischemic stroke may closely mimic peripheral vestibular disorders, with obvious focal neurologic signs absent in more than half of people presenting with AVS due to stroke.Computed tomography (CT) has >>>poor sensitivity in acute stroke<<<<, and diffusion-weighted magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) misses up to one in five strokes in the posterior fossa in the first 24–48 hours.We'll discuss:A very interesting patient case where I used the HINTS Exam and I was able to differentially diagnose the patient with LEFT medullary strokeThe importance of performing HINTS ExamThe part of the HINTS Exam and How-To-DoWhat should you expect as a result for a POSITIVE HINTS Exam?Here are the articles if you want to read more!https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6312070/pdf/svn-2018-000160.pdfhttps://www.stroke.org/-/media/data-import/downloadables/f/4/e/acute-dizziness-ucm_497693.pdfhttps://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3114934/pdf/183e571.pdfSUBSCRIBE AND REVIEW! If you’re enjoying the podcast, please consider subscribing and leaving a 5-star rating on Spotify or a review on Apple Podcasts. Your support helps me reach more physical therapists who love neuro and want to grow their expertise! Follow The Brain PT!instagram.com/the_brain_ptthebrainpt.comyoutube.com/@thebrainpt Register to one of my courses! www.thebrainpt.com/courses
About Neuro PT Made Easy | Expand your Neurologic Knowledge & Elevate your Physical Therapy Practice
The Brain PT (a.k.a. Lily Jimenez) is here to help you confidently navigate the world of neuro PT. Whether you’re studying for the Neurologic Clinical Specialist (NCS) exam, preparing for a neuro residency, or just eager to deepen your neurologic physical therapy knowledge, this podcast is your go-to resource. Each episode breaks down complex neuro concepts into clear, engaging, and practical insights—so you can stop feeling overwhelmed and start feeling empowered.Tune in for expert guidance, real-world tips, and the motivation you need to grow into the neuro PT you aspire to be. Let’s dive in!
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