Introductions, logistics and what "better" actually means

Tell Clare what you think here!Want to become a more confident, competent occupational therapist but don't know exactly where to focus your learning and professional development?Episode Summary: In this debut episode of the How to Be a Better OT podcast, host and "Your OT Tutor" founder Clare Batkin introduces her mission to make professional development simple, practical, and worth it for OTs. Clare shares her 17-year journey through diverse clinical settings and unveils her signature framework: The Foundations of OT Success. Whether you are a student, a new grad, or an experienced clinician, this podcast will help you develop the core skills you need to excel and love what you do.Key Takeaways:Meet Your Host: Learn about Clare's diverse 17-year OT career, spanning from acute ICU to community NDIS, and how her passion for clinical education led to the creation of Your OT Tutor.The Foundations of OT Success: A high-level breakdown of the core skills every OT needs, from "Thinking like an OT" and "Being an OT Detective," to solving problems that change lives.The Missing Link in OT Education: Discover why Foundation 1, "Empower Yourself," is the crucial first step for providing the energy and brain space needed for developing as an OT.A Sneak Peek at the Podcast: Find out what to expect in Series 1 ("How-To" guides for core OT skills) and Series 2 (Clare’s take on hot topics in the OT world). Links & Resources Mentioned:Take the Free Self-Reflection Quiz to identify your learning priorities based on the Foundations of OT SuccessAccess the free Your OT Tutor Learning Library, featuring over 100 resources for OTs and allied health professionalsConnect with Clare and sign-up for her LinkedIn newsletter hereJoin Clare on Echo, the new social media platform exclusively for allied health professionalsIf you found this introduction helpful, please subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with a fellow OT who wants to grow in their career! Want to continue learning with Clare? Here are your options:Check out my FREE Learning Library full of resources and coursesSign-up for one-on-one or group training and supportBook a time for a chat to see how I can helpSign-up for a Your OT Tutor membershipFollow me on social media – vist my Linktree for the links you need!