Tom De Jersey - Physiotherapist & Online Coach - Bay Active & tommys.tips

Summary

Tom is a physiotherapist who also does online coaching. He works as a physio three days a week and does online coaching on the other days. His online coaching has evolved from working with women in the gym to working with golfers. Tom didn't know he wanted to be a physiotherapist in high school, but a positive experience with a physio inspired him. He went straight from high school to university and took six years to complete his degree. 

Tom had to do a 30-week unpaid placement in his fourth year. After graduating, he got a job at a physio clinic through a connection and worked part-time. He eventually left that job to find full-time work elsewhere. Tom realised his value and decided to leave when he saw a discrepancy between what he was billing and what he was being paid. Tom shares his career journey and how he achieved work-life balance through strategic decision-making and leveraging his skills. He discusses how he secured part-time jobs through networking and negotiating from a position of leverage. 

Tom also talks about his transition into the golf industry and the importance of developing a baseline level of competency. He emphasises the value of seeking professional help when setting up a side business and the benefits of working with an accountant. Tom's approach to career changes involves envisioning the end goal and working backwards to create a step-by-step plan.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Overview of Tom's Career
02:51 Tom's Journey to Becoming a Physiotherapist
04:56 Navigating University and Learning from Failure
08:11 The Importance of Resilience and Learning from Failure
11:42 Understanding the Financial Realities of Practical Work in a Degree
13:57 Finding Job Opportunities Through Networking
20:05 Introduction and Career Journey
20:57 Securing Part-Time Jobs through Networking
21:31 Balancing Multiple Jobs and Leaving for Stability
22:58 Transitioning to a New Role and COVID's Impact
24:30 Building an Online Business through Instagram
27:09 Choosing Work-Life Balance and Seeking Professional Help