The Business of Ergonomics Podcast

The 5 Reasons Proactive Ergonomics Clients Are Worth 10 Reactive Ones

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 11:00:00 -0400

Reactive ergonomics: someone gets hurt and their company calls you. It's stressful, it's rushed, and the moment you finish the report, it's over.

Prevention ergonomics: the client already values what you do, already has a budget, and wants to keep working with you.

These are 2 very different businesses. This episode makes the case for why the second one should be the goal and covers the 5 concrete reasons why prevention and proactive ergonomics services are the most valuable work an ergonomics consultant can build toward.

What's covered:

Why the marketing rule of 7 is now completely outdated, and what the research says the real number is in 2026 and beyond.
The difference between a reactive a reactive client mindset and a prevention mindset, and why it matters for your income
Reason 1: no more "we need you yesterday" urgency. Prevention clients work on your schedule
Reason 2: Prevention work is not transactional; it builds recurring revenue
Reason 3: A culture of prevention means a plan, a budget, and a long-term relationship
Reason 4: Prevention-oriented employers have a multi-year vision and they want you in it
Reason 5: Prevention-oriented employers have a multi-year vision and they want you in it

And we'll also cover why infographics are one of the easiest and most effective tools to shift clients from reactive to prevention thinking.

On September 23rd join this free live training and learn the exact system ergonomists are using to build their list, get referred more, and stop undercharging for work that deserves more. https://ergonomicshelp.com/infographic/

Beyond the Assessment: How Ergonomics Risk, Job Demands Analysis, and Functional Accommodations Create a Full-Cycle Service Business

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Most ergonomics professionals stop at the assessment. But the businesses in your city need more than that, and if you're only offering one service, you're leaving a significant amount of work on the table.

This episode covers the three services that work together to create a full-cycle ergonomics offering: ergonomic risk assessments, physical demands analysis (also called job demands analysis), and functional accommodations. Together, these three create a prevention-to-return-to-work system that every employer should have and most don't.

What's covered:

Proactive vs. reactive ergonomics risk assessments and how to use reactive entry points to shift companies toward prevention
What a physical demands analysis is, why every workplace should have one on file, and why it's one of the highest-fee services you can offer
How job demands analysis connects to return-to-work planning and why workers' compensation boards increasingly expect it
Functional accommodations: how to compare a worker's functional capabilities to the job demands to support safe, effective return to work
Three real-world examples of how these services chain together into weeks of work from a single client
The four C's of marketing your ergonomics business: content, consistency, connect, and communication

Ergonomic Chair Evaluation Mastery: The 18-Minute Rule, Chair Features That Actually Matter, and the Ergo Showroom Strategy

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Chairs are the number one thing clients ask about and one of the hardest things to recommend well. Not because chairs are complicated, but because of how almost everyone evaluates them: a 30-second sit test that tells the body nothing about what eight hours of use will actually feel like.

This episode covers the three things every ergonomics professional needs in their toolkit when it comes to chair selection: the research-backed 18-minute rule, the chair features that actually matter, and the ergo showroom strategy for helping clients try before they buy.

What's covered:

Why a 2-minute sit test is almost meaningless and what the research says instead
The 18-minute rule and why fidgeting is an objective measure of discomfort, not restlessness
The chair features that actually matter: lumbar (height and depth), synchro-tilt, multi-tilt, tension control, seat depth, and armrests
The note-to-self on synchro-tilt and the tension adjustment that could send your client flying out of the chair
Three levels of the ergo showroom strategy: external showroom visits, lending equipment during assessments, and in-house showrooms for larger clients
The accommodations and return-to-work angle that makes in-house showrooms a financial no-brainer for larger employers

This episode is sponsored by the Ergonomics Blueprint and Accelerate: The Business of Ergonomics.

New to office ergonomics assessments? Start with the free live training: ergonomicshelp.com/ergo-webinar

Already trained and ready to scale your practice? Join Accelerate: ergonomicshelp.com/accelerate

Referenced Literature: Cascioli, V., Liu, Z., Heusch, A., & McCarthy, P. (2016). A methodology using in-chair movements as an objective measure of discomfort for the purpose of statistically distinguishing between similar seat surfaces. Applied Ergonomics, 54, 100-109.

Features Tell, Benefits Sell: Real Coaching on Pricing, Tiered Services, and Landing Your First Big Client

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 16:00:00 -0400

This episode is a real, unscripted group coaching call from inside the Ergonomics Blueprint program. Every month, Blueprint members get a live session with Darcie where they bring their actual clients, actual pricing questions, and actual challenges. This is what that looks like.

One of our members is in the middle of landing a significant new client: a nonprofit emergency response agency that wants a full suite of ergonomics services and has already invited her to their Safety Day. The questions that come up are exactly what practitioners run into when a real opportunity is in front of them and they want to handle it right.

What this call covers:

How to structure and price follow-up visits so you never get painted into a corner after the quote goes out
The tiered service model: discomfort survey, group training, quick workstation checks, and full assessments only for who needs them
How to write proposals that sell benefits, not features (and the 'So that?' question that changes how you describe every service)
Why presenting quotes in person turned a cautious HR contact into an enthusiastic client
The three-option pricing strategy and why the middle option is always the one they pick
How to price a project where you don't know upfront exactly how many full assessments will be needed
What to give every participant after a group session so the client has documentation and you have a record

If you're figuring out how to price your first big client, how to structure a proposal that doesn't scare anyone off, or how to explain the value of what you do to someone who has never heard of a discomfort survey, this call is for you.

Ready to get this kind of coaching for your own practice?

The Ergonomics Blueprint teaches you how to do office ergonomics assessments from the ground up, including the business side, the pricing, the proposals, and how to bring in the clients to use those skills on. Monthly group coaching calls with Darcie are included.

No Standard, Still Liable: 5 Ergonomics Misconceptions That Are Costing Your Clients Money

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 10:00:00 -0400

"We don't have to do this. There's no law that says we have to do ergonomics."

"We're already covered. We bought good chairs."

Sound familiar? These are the two most common objections ergonomics consultants hear from potential clients. And both of them reflect a regulatory picture that most businesses have completely wrong.

In this episode, Darcie Jaremey breaks down the five biggest misconceptions about workplace ergonomics that keep businesses from taking action and from working with qualified practitioners like you. Drawing on a July 2026 legal analysis from JD Supra by labor attorney Sarah Goodman of Offit Kurman, Darcie gives you the accurate regulatory picture and shows you exactly how to use it in your next client conversation. (Here's the full article: https://www.jdsupra.com/legalnews/no-standard-still-liable-how-osha-7637946/)

What you'll take away:

Why 'no OSHA standard' does not mean 'no duty' and how to explain this to any prospect in under two minutes
The General Duty Clause: what it is, why it applies to office ergonomics, and how OSHA used it against Amazon without a single specific ergonomics rule
The hazard alert letter most HR managers have never heard of — and why ignoring it builds a willful violation case worth up to $156,259 per violation
Why office workers are absolutely not exempt — and the state-level laws in Minnesota, Washington, California, Oregon, and Michigan that prove it
Why 'we bought chairs and did training' is purchasing activity, not a safety program and what Cornell University's research says about that
he biggest sales reframe in this episode: from 'do we need an assessment?' to 'how do you know what you already spent actually worked?'
How to turn every one of these misconceptions into a content piece, a sales conversation, and a reason a client picks up the phone

This episode is content you can repurpose 50 times. Darcie explains why these five facts bear repeating across LinkedIn, email, and every client conversation you have.

Accelerate: The Business of Ergonomics gives ergonomics consultants and healthcare professionals time-saving resources and plug-and-play content so that you can become the Go-To Ergonomics Consultant in your city.

Click here to get started.

The Fake OSHA Deadline: Debunking the "December 2026" Home-Office Myth

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 12:00:00 -0400

Something has been circulating in our industry, and it's causing real problems for employers and for ergonomics professionals who are trying to build credible practices around genuine client needs.

There are articles claiming that employers face a December 2026 OSHA deadline to complete home office ergonomic audits under a new remote work framework. In this episode, Darcie Jaremey digs into where that claim is actually coming from, why it's flat-out false, and what the real regulatory picture looks like for remote worker ergonomics.

The short answer: there is no deadline. OSHA's position on home offices has not changed since 2000. But the real obligations employers do have around recordkeeping, workers' compensation, and accommodation law are significant, and the injury data alone makes the case for action without any manufactured urgency attached to it.

What you'll take away:

Why the December 2026 OSHA deadline is fabricated and who benefits from spreading it
OSHA's actual formal guidance on home office inspections, quoted directly from the source
The General Duty Clause: what it is, what it requires, and why it applies regardless of where work happens
The three real employer obligations that do apply to remote workers right now: recordkeeping under 29 CFR Part 1904, workers' comp exposure, and ADA accommodation law
Why a chair purchase is not an ergonomic assessment, and why that matters for both employers and consultants
What a real remote ergonomics program actually looks like

61.2% of home-based workers report musculoskeletal discomfort from their home setup. That number is documented, real, and more than enough to justify action. No fake deadline required.

Want to build an ergonomics practice that gives clients the accurate picture and earns their trust?

That's exactly what Accelerate: The Business of Ergonomics is built for. Accelerate gives you the training, tools, and coaching to attract corporate clients, charge what you're worth, and build a practice you're proud of. You'll get monthly live coaching with Darcie, a curated equipment database, done-for-you content and swipe copy, business growth modules, and a community of ergonomics professionals doing the same work you are.

Join at ergonomicshelp.com/accelerate

Resources mentioned:

Accelerate: The Business of Ergonomics: ergonomicshelp.com/accelerate
OSHA Formal Guidance on Home Offices (1999): osha.gov
OSHA Injury Cost Estimator: osha.gov

Why Relying on AI for Ergonomics Assessments Is a Risk You Can't Afford to Take

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 13:00:00 -0400

AI tools are everywhere right now, and the ergonomics world is not immune to the hype. Some healthcare professionals are already looking to AI to do their assessments, generate their reports, and identify ergonomic risk on their behalf. And Darcie Jaremey has something to say about that.

In this episode, Darcie makes a clear, direct argument: if you are relying on an AI tool to replace your clinical judgment in an ergonomics assessment, you are putting your clients, your reputation, and your business at serious risk. A one-size-fits-all AI report will not capture the intricacies of a specific workstation, cannot perform a true root cause analysis, and cannot defend you if a client is harmed and the matter goes to litigation.

But this is not an anti-AI episode. Darcie also covers exactly where AI belongs in an ergonomics practice: as an efficiency tool on the front end of report writing, never as a replacement for your expertise.

What you'll take away:

Why office ergonomics is in-demand right now and why your expertise is the thing businesses actually need
The real risk of outsourcing your assessment thinking to a tool you don't control
What happens to your client data when you put it into a third-party AI platform
Why the details in your report are the exact thing clients can't replicate themselves
The three tools inside Accelerate that add efficiency without replacing judgment: the swipe file, the equipment database, and the PHI redactor

• Why mentorship beats AI every time when you're building your ergonomics foundation

If you've been wondering whether AI could shortcut the process of learning to do ergonomics assessments well, this episode will give you a straight answer.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Ergonomics Blueprint (learn how to do office ergonomics assessments): ergonomicshelp.com
Accelerate: The Business of Ergonomics (membership with tools, mentorship, and community): ergonomicshelp.com/biz
OSHA Injury Cost Estimator: osha.gov

Why Starting Small Is the Key to Success in Ergonomics Consulting (And the 90-Day Plan That Makes It Real)

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 12:00:00 -0400

Most healthcare professionals who dream of building an ergonomics practice don't fail because they lack skill. They fail because they never had a plan broken down into pieces small enough to actually act on.

In this episode, Darcie shares the single tool that has kept her on track more consistently than anything else in building her own business: the 90-Day Goal and Action Plan. It's not complicated. But it works, and in this episode you'll find out exactly why.

You'll also hear the honest truth about what gets in the way when healthcare professionals try to launch ergonomics services, why consistency beats intensity every time, and how to reverse-engineer a real income goal so you're never guessing what to do next.

What you'll take away from this episode:

• Why starting small is not a compromise, it's the actual strategy

• The three types of goals you need: safe, hairy scary, and baseline

• How to break a $100k/year goal into a $270/day action plan

• The minimum viable service for ergonomics consultants, and why it's not a website

• Learn-Execute-Learn: the loop that builds skill and business at the same time

• Affinity marketing and why it beats cold calling every time in this field

• Why the comparison trap kills momentum faster than anything else

• The step-by-step 90-day reverse engineering process you can use today

• The honest take on AI and why there are no shortcuts in ergonomics assessment

Whether you're thinking about ergonomics as a side hustle, a part-time pivot, or a full-time business, this episode gives you the framework to stop waiting and start moving.

Want to go deeper with mentorship, tools, and a community of ergonomics professionals building their practices together? Learn more about Accelerate: The Business of Ergonomics at ergonomicshelp.com/biz

The Certification Trap: What No Ergonomics Course Taught You About Actually Building a Business

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Ergonomics is not a regulated health profession. You do not need a license to do office ergonomics assessments. And yet there are healthcare professionals all over the world sitting on the sidelines, waiting for a certification that, in most jurisdictions, the law doesn't actually require. That waiting is costing them time, clients, and income they could already be generating.

In this episode, we have an honest conversation about the gap that nobody in the ergonomics training world wants to talk about. Most ergonomics courses teach half of the problem. They teach assessments. They don't teach business. And when a healthcare professional finishes a course, gets competent and confident in their assessment skills, and then realizes they have no idea how to find a single client, they're left with a credential and a blank calendar.

Listen to this episode to find out these 2 things that true at the same time right now and almost nobody is connecting them: back, neck, and joint pain is the most expensive chronic health condition in North America at over $300 billion a year, and new business formation is at record highs. The demand is real. The practitioners are out there. The gap is visibility, not skill. This episode is about closing that gap.

What you'll take away:

• The honest truth about ergonomics regulation and why waiting for a license is often waiting for something that doesn't exist

• Why competence and confidence matter deeply, and why a bad certification is worse than no certification

• The catch-22 that most ergonomics courses create: they teach you to assess but not to find anyone to assess

• The $300B context: why the market for ergonomics services has never been bigger or more ready

• Why the real barrier right now is visibility, not skill, and what to do about it

• Why a chatbot can't solve the business problem, and what actually can

If you trained in ergonomics and you're not yet consistently getting clients, this episode will tell you why. And more importantly, what to do next.

5 Signs ANY Workplace Needs an Ergonomic Assessment (Not Just New Equipment)

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 11:00:00 -0400

Most companies that need an ergonomic assessment don't know they need one. They've bought new chairs. They've done the wellness training. They've put up the stretch posters. And people are still hurting. So they conclude that ergonomics doesn't work, when the real problem is that they've been buying solutions without ever diagnosing the actual problem.

In this episode, we break down 5 clear, observable signs that a workplace needs a proper ergonomic assessment and why recognizing these signs is one of the most powerful tools an ergonomics consultant has for starting a real client conversation. We unpack the research behind why comprehensive ergonomic intervention outperforms equipment-only and training-only approaches, what each sign is actually telling you about the underlying problem, and how to use this framework in your marketing, your proposals, and your very first conversation with a prospective client.

In this episode:

Why buying new equipment without an assessment almost never solves the problem and what the research says about equipment-only interventions
The 'improvised fixes' signal: why cardboard boxes under monitors are a diagnostic finding, not just a quirky habit
Why cross-departmental complaints are the red flag that changes the conversation from 'individual problem' to 'systemic issue'
Why 'we don't know what's causing it' is the single most expensive position a company can be in
The 40% reduction finding and how to present comprehensive assessment ROI to a client who's already tried 'fixing it' on their own

Whether you're a new ergonomics consultant building your client base or an experienced practitioner looking for sharper language to open doors, this episode gives you a framework you can use in your next sales conversation this week.

Why Everything You Think You Know About Posture and Pain Is Wrong — And What That Means for Your Practice

Wed, 20 May 2026 13:00:00 -0400

Sit up straight. Chin in. Ears over shoulders. Fix your forward head posture and your neck pain will improve. Sound familiar? If you've been in ergonomics for any amount of time, you've probably said some version of this — and so has almost everyone else in our field. But two studies published in April 2026 are pushing back on that framework in ways that every ergonomics professional needs to hear.

In this episode, Darcie Jaremey unpacks both studies and what they mean for your assessments, your service offerings, and your sales conversations. The first: a cross-sectional study of 92 adults that found no association between forward head posture and chronic neck pain. The second: an EMG case-control study that found text neck patients showed less muscle activity, not more — which flips the standard 'muscle hyperactivity causes pain' model completely on its head. If the problem isn't overactivation but deconditioning, the intervention your clients need isn't a stretch card.

Darcie also covers the April 2026 integrated review showing that combined ergonomic and physical activity interventions produce 38% reductions in neck pain and 37% reductions in hand and wrist pain — compared to education-only programs, which are the weakest approach in the evidence base. And she shows you exactly how to use all of this in your next client proposal.

What you'll take away:

• Why forward head posture is not as reliable a predictor of neck pain as we've been taught — and how to reframe your recommendations

• The text neck EMG finding that changes what intervention actually works for screen-heavy workforces

• Why stretching-only and education-only programs are the weakest evidence-based approach — and what to offer instead

• The 38% neck pain reduction finding and how to use it to justify combined, longer-term program contracts

• Three practical takeaways: audit your posture narrative, upgrade your service offering, and turn this research into your content

This is part of a series of episodes diving into the April 2026 ergonomics literature — research you can use in your practice, your proposals, and your marketing this week.

Exoskeletons: Game-Changer or the New Back Belt? What the Research Actually Says

Mon, 11 May 2026 11:00:00 -0400

Exoskeletons are showing up in warehouses, distribution centres, construction sites, and surgical suites and the marketing behind them is compelling. But before your clients start outfitting their workforce in wearable tech, there's a question that isn't being asked loudly enough: are we solving the ergonomic problem, or just covering it up?

We dive into a direct parallel between the exoskeleton boom and the back belt era of the 1990s, a time when an intuitively appealing device was adopted widely, rapidly, and without adequate evidence, creating a false sense of protection while the underlying ergonomic hazards went unaddressed. NIOSH eventually concluded that back belts should not be recommended for occupational use. Are we heading down the same road?

We dive into including a 2024 systematic review of 49 studies, CCOHS guidance on overreliance, and peer-reviewed evidence on risk transfer, deconditioning, adoption barriers, and the donning and doffing problem to give you a clear-eyed, evidence-based framework for when exoskeletons make sense and, more importantly, when they don't.

What you'll take away from this episode:

• The back belt history and what the science said, what the industry did anyway, and why it matters now

• The superman effect and deconditioning: what happens when a device makes workers feel more protected than they are

• What the research actually shows about exoskeleton effectiveness, including the lab vs. real-world gap

• Five critical concerns: risk transfer, overreliance, donning/doffing time, the enthusiasm drop, and long-term compliance

• Where exoskeletons belong in the hierarchy of controls, and why they're often being deployed at the wrong level

• High-impact, low-cost alternatives that should come first

• The specific conditions where exoskeletons genuinely add value

If you're an ergonomics consultant advising clients on technology decisions, or a practitioner trying to make the case for doing the ergonomic work properly before reaching for expensive tools, this episode is required listening.

May the (Work)Force Be With You: A Participatory Ergonomics Special

Mon, 04 May 2026 09:00:00 -0400

In a galaxy not so far away....actually, probably your office, your warehouse, or your clinic, workers are getting injured by the same conditions, year after year, because nobody asked them what was wrong.

This May the 4th, we're celebrating the most powerful force in workplace safety: your workforce.

In this special episode, discover what separates a reactive ergonomics program from one that actually prevents injuries, and the answer isn't fancier equipment or a bigger budget. It's participation. It's structure. And it's knowing the difference between measuring what already went wrong and measuring what's about to.

You'll walk away with:

The lagging vs. leading indicator framework that shifts a program from reactive to proactive
The tiered assessment model that lets organizations scale ergonomics without requiring a credentialed ergonomist at every location
The IWH Participative Ergonomic Blueprint: the gold-standard framework for building a PE program that actually lasts
The ROI data you need to make the business case (spoiler: the average payback period is less than one year)
The three most common PE program mistakes and exactly how to avoid them

Whether you're an ergonomics consultant helping a client build something sustainable, or a practitioner trying to get leadership to finally take this seriously, this one's for you.

May the (work)force be with you. Always.

Your Best Marketing Asset Is Already in Your Notes App: How to Turn Client Wins Into Content That Closes

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Every ergonomics consultant has them, moments where you walk out of an assessment and think, that actually made a real difference. The worker who came in defeated. The setup that needed one adjustment. The Amazon cart full of products that never needed to be purchased. But most of us let those moments evaporate. We don't write them up, don't post them, don't share them, and in doing so, we leave our most powerful marketing content sitting completely untapped.

In this episode, discover why client success stories are the highest-credibility marketing tool available to ergonomics consultants, and exactly what to do with them. Find out why one post is never enough (the forgetting curve is real, and the numbers will surprise you), why the AI content explosion has actually made authentic human stories more valuable, and how to turn a single client win into content that works across email, LinkedIn, lead magnets, sales conversations, and your own assessment deliverables.

What you'll take away:

• Why the "I'll just buy something" objection is one of the most common — and how a real story dismantles it instantly

• The Rule of Seven, the forgetting curve, and what the research actually says about how many touchpoints it takes to convert a prospect

• Why AI has raised the value of authentic stories, not lowered it

• The full content recycling playbook: email, LinkedIn, lead magnets, proposals, deliverables, and scheduling

• The 3 things every client success story accomplishes: competence, integrity, and meeting people where they are

• The one action to take this week — no matter where you are in your business

This episode is for every ergonomics consultant who has ever poured their heart into a post and heard nothing back — and wants to understand why that happens, and what to do instead.

Active vs. Passive Outreach: How to Build a Client Pipeline That Works at Every Stage of Your Ergonomics Business

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 14:00:00 -0400

Most ergonomics practitioners are brilliant clinicians, but when it comes to getting clients, they're working with only half an engine. In this episode, discover the two types of outreach every ergonomics consultant needs: active outreach (the gas engine that drives immediate results) and passive outreach (the electric motor that compounds over time and eventually carries most of the load).

Get exactly how these two approaches work together at each stage of business, from the bootstrap phase, where 80% of your energy goes into direct outreach, through the growth phase where the balance shifts, all the way to the mature practice where passive systems are doing the heavy lifting while you focus on deepening relationships and strategic partnerships.

You'll also get a deep dive into the Value Ladder Strategy, an awesome business development tool for new practitioners and a practical roadmap of action steps based on exactly where you are in your business right now.

In this episode:

The two-engine model: why you need both active and passive outreach, and how the ratio shifts
What active outreach actually looks like and why it's not the sleazy sales approach you might fear
The Value Ladder Strategy: how a free lunch-and-learn can turn into a five-figure contract
Why passive outreach alone will sink a new practice (and what to build instead)
The three-phase business maturity framework: Bootstrap → Growth → Mature
Concrete action steps for wherever you are right now

Whether you're just getting started or you're a few years in and wondering why the clients aren't flowing more consistently, this episode gives you a clear, practical framework for building a pipeline that actually works.

Alternative Seating: What the Research Actually Says (And What We've Been Getting Wrong)

Sat, 04 Apr 2026 15:00:00 -0400

Kneeling chairs. Saddle seats. Active chairs. Exercise balls. You've probably been asked about all of them, and maybe you've given answers based on incomplete information.

In this episode, we dig into what the research actually shows and more importantly, what it doesn't. We examine a critical flaw in one of the most-cited studies on alternative seating that changes how you should interpret the findings. We explore why "fixing the pelvis" doesn't automatically fix the neck.

Key insight: The ideal sitting posture isn't "upright" or "neutral." It's variable. And that reframe changes everything about how you approach seating recommendations.

If you want to be the ergonomist who understands this category at a level your competitors don't, this episode is for you.

The 29 inch Problem

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 15:00:00 -0400

Most office ergonomics problems aren't posture problems. They're furniture design problems wearing a musculoskeletal symptom costume.

In this episode, you'll discover two real office assessments completed by Ergonomics Blueprint student Georgina as part of her OEA certification review. The two clients have different setups, different complaints, and different body types. But once Darcie and Georgina run the numbers, the same root cause surfaces in both: a standard 29-inch desk designed for a 1970s average male body, sitting in front of someone it was never built for.

This episode covers:

• Why the ANSI/BIFMA standard desk height fails shorter and petite workers — and how often you'll encounter this in the field

• The biomechanical cascade that flows from a too-high work surface: shoulder elevation, wrist extension, contact stress, and perching

• Keyboard trays and compact keyboards — why they work, how to configure them correctly, and when to use each

• The research on armrests: the 10% upper-extremity offloading benefit when positioned correctly, and why removal is sometimes the right call

• Sit-stand desk compliance: what peer-reviewed studies show about abandonment after the honeymoon period

• Treadmill desks at low speeds: the BYU, Koepp, and Funk studies on what actually happens to performance

• Report writing nuance: cascading recommendations, conditional language, and the 'suggestions vs. recommendations' liability question

• Pricing follow-up assessments and building that into your practice model

Whether you're just entering the world of office ergonomics or you've been doing assessments for years, this episode will change how you approach the first five minutes of every workstation assessment.

From Clinician to Consultant: The Business Foundations That Build a Thriving Ergonomics Practice

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Most healthcare professionals who move into ergonomics consulting don't struggle with the science — they struggle with the business. In this episode, Darcie Jaremey draws on insights from a conversation with Erin, a Canadian ergonomist who left clinical rehab to build her own consulting practice, to explore the gap between clinical competence and commercial sustainability.

Darcie unpacks the current state of the global ergonomics market — valued at $900 million in 2025 and growing — and explains why the demand for qualified consultants has never been higher. From the hidden costs of workplace musculoskeletal injuries to tightening government regulations worldwide, the opportunity is real.

You'll also hear the practical business-building systems every ergonomics consultant should have in place before they're busy — including a standardized assessment template, a clear pricing structure, a simple report format, and a 60-second elevator pitch. Plus, Darcie covers the bootstrapping mindset that helps new consultants build profitability sustainably, without chasing investors or burning out on underpriced contracts.

What you'll learn in this episode:

• Why the global ergonomics market is accelerating — and how to position yourself to capture it

• The real cost of workplace MSDs and how to use that data in client conversations

• What bootstrapping means for ergonomics consultants (and why it works)

• The foundational systems to build before you land your first client

• How affinity marketing and networking can grow your practice faster than ads

Whether you're just getting started or looking to bring more structure to an existing practice, this episode gives you a clear, grounded framework for building a consulting business that lasts.

From Clinic to Consulting: How Erin Built an Ergonomics Business from Scratch

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 12:00:00 -0500

Erin went from clinical rehab to running his own ergonomics consulting practice, and it didn't happen overnight. In this episode, he shares the real story: starting with just a handful of assessments a year, underpricing his services, relocating to a new city, and rebuilding his network from zero by choosing collaboration over competition.

We talk pricing mistakes, imposter syndrome, the cyclical nature of consulting, and why strong assessments will always beat a perfect website. If you're thinking about starting or growing an ergonomics practice, this one's for you.

30 Little-Known Facts About Office Ergonomics That Could Help You Profit in 2026 (Part 2 of 2)

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 12:00:00 -0500

In Part 2, Darcie goes deeper into the business and clinical side of office ergonomics with 15 more facts most practitioners have never heard.

Learn why most ergonomists undercharge by 40–60%, how a simple line-item change can boost your assessment revenue by 30%, and why companies will pay 2–3x more for a practitioner who can show them a systematic framework.

On the clinical side, discover why carpal tunnel syndrome and tennis elbow require completely different pointing device strategies, why the "best ergonomic mouse" doesn't exist, and why alternating between two devices often beats using one "perfect" device all day.

Darcie also covers why you don't need Board Certification to start earning, how virtual assessments eliminated geographic barriers overnight, and why 2026 is the single best year in history to launch an office ergonomics practice.

Plus: last call for the free live training on February 25th — a one-time event with no replay and no recording. If you miss it, you miss it. Register now at ergonomicshelp.com/perfect_mouse.

30 Little-Known Facts About Office Ergonomics That Could Help You Profit in 2026 (Part 1 of 2)

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 10:00:00 -0500

Did you know there are only 1,200 Board Certified Professional Ergonomists in the entire United States, and that pointing device (aka mice) recommendations are the #1 source of failed ergonomic interventions?

In this two-part series, discover 30 facts about office ergonomics assessments that most healthcare professionals have never heard:

...from the wide-open market most practitioners are walking right past,
...to the pricing mistakes costing thousands per year,
...to the one clinical skill gap that's quietly killing referrals and revenue.

Whether you're a PT, OT, chiropractor, or safety professional exploring office ergonomics, this series will change how you think about the opportunity in front of you.

Plus: details on a free, one-time-only live training happening February 25, 2026 that you won't want to miss.

Register at ergonomicshelp.com/perfect_mouse.

The Two Vines Problem: When to Leap Into Full-Time Ergonomics

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0500

Adam Jennings, PT and founder of Wildemont Ergonomics, gets real about the challenge every aspiring entrepreneur faces: When do you let go of the steady paycheck and grab onto your business full-time? In this candid conversation, Adam shares his consultative approach to sales, why he serves both office and industrial clients, and his strategy for scaling with limited time. We also discuss how Functional Capacity Evaluations can open new doors, the power of persistence in sales, and why your clinical degree might be your biggest asset in ergonomics.

Why Reclined Sitting Is Better for Your Clients: What 50+ Years of Research Actually Shows

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 09:00:00 -0500

The 90-degree sitting posture has been the default recommendation in ergonomics for decades. But does the science actually support it? In this evidence-packed episode, we examine over 50 years of peer-reviewed research—including intradiscal pressure studies, EMG analysis, and MRI imaging—to answer a question that affects every office assessment you conduct.

You’ll discover why reclined sitting (95–115 degrees) actually reduces intradiscal pressure by up to 50–60% compared to standing, decreases paraspinal muscle activity by 13–24%, and maintains lumbar lordosis closer to what we see in optimal standing posture.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The biomechanical case for reclined sitting (backed by intradiscal pressure data)

• Why reclined sitting approximates standing posture better than upright sitting

• What EMG research reveals about muscle fatigue and backrest angle

• The optimal backrest angle range supported by ergonomic standards

• How to address common client objections to reclined sitting

• Practical clinical recommendations you can implement immediately

Whether you’re conducting office assessments, recommending chairs, or educating clients about posture, this episode gives you the evidence-based foundation to update your practice.

Resources mentioned:

• Roman-Liu et al. (2023) – Comprehensive literature review on intradiscal pressure

• Wilke et al. (1999) – Landmark in vivo disc pressure study

• Zanola et al. (2024) – Systematic review on sitting and disc degeneration

The #1 Decision That Will Make or Break Your Ergonomics Business (And the 5-Part System to Get Clients When You Have Zero Experience)

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0500

Stuck in the ergonomics consulting Catch-22? You need clients to build experience, but companies won't hire you without a portfolio. In this episode, we're breaking down the complete roadmap to building a thriving ergonomics business—starting with the ONE decision most consultants skip that determines everything else.

You'll discover why choosing between B2B and B2C before you do anything else will transform your marketing, your messaging, and your results. Plus, I'm sharing the exact 5-part system to break through the experience barrier, the Value Ladder strategy that turns one-time clients into long-term relationships, and the "Hey I Want to Work with More of These Types" Matrix for identifying your ideal high-profit, high-joy clients.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Why B2B vs. B2C is the foundational decision that shapes your entire business

• The 5-part process to get clients even with zero experience or testimonials

• How to build a Value Ladder so you're not dependent on "unicorn clients"

• The 3 C's of marketing that will carry you further than any certification

• Why starting before you're ready is the smartest thing you can do

• The simple "so that" trick that transforms features into benefits that sell

Whether you're thinking about starting your own practice, transitioning from a 9-to-5, or wondering why your current marketing isn't working—this episode gives you the blueprint to build the ergonomics business you deserve

When Positive Keyboard Tilt Actually Makes Sense: The Biomechanics Most Ergonomists Miss

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 09:00:00 -0500

Discover why positive keyboard tilt is sometimes the right ergonomic choice. Learn the biomechanical principle that determines keyboard angle and when to break the standard rules. Research-backed guidance for ergonomics professionals.

Click here to read the blog and download the freebies: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/blog/when-positive-keyboard-tilt-makes-sense

How to Select the Right Keyboard in Office Ergonomics Ergo Equipment (Part 3 of 3)

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0500

Discover the complex world of ergonomic keyboard selection. This episode wraps up a three-part series on office ergonomic equipment selection, focusing on the challenges of recommending the best ergonomic keyboard. Learn about the historical development of keyboards and the inherent biomechanical issues with standard designs.

The episode details the most common mistakes consultants make, introduces various types of ergonomic keyboards, and provides a practical decision tree to help make informed recommendations. Listeners will also learn about related considerations such as keyboard placement, the role of palm supports, and the importance of setting client expectations.

Check out the blogpost for downloads and awesome information to make this in-depth episode make sense: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/blog/keyboard-selection-office-ergonomics

How To Choose An Ergonomic Mouse For Your Client's Pain (Part 2 of 3)

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 08:00:00 -0500

Recommending a mouse isn’t as simple as matching a product to a symptom.

In this episode of the Business of Ergonomics Podcast, Darcie breaks down how to choose the right mouse based on root cause analysis, biomechanics, and task demands — not trends or quick fixes. You’ll learn how different mouse designs affect wrist posture, forearm loading, shoulder strain, and motor control, and how to make recommendations that actually hold up in practice.

This episode is part two of a three-part series on office input devices and is designed for ergonomics and healthcare professionals who want to make confident, defensible mouse recommendations.

Link to blogpost: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/blog/choosing-the-right-mouse-in-office-ergonomics

Root Cause Analysis: The Key to Confident Ergonomic Recommendations (Part 1 of 3)

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 15:00:00 -0500

In this episode, Darcie breaks down the foundation of every effective office ergonomics assessment: root cause analysis. She shares why jumping straight to solutions leads to costly mistakes, how the “Five Whys” technique uncovers what’s really driving discomfort, and why engineering controls beat posture reminders every time.

You’ll hear real examples from 20 years of assessments, the common traps new ergonomists fall into, and how understanding root causes makes choosing the right mouse, keyboard, or chair almost effortless.

This is Part 1 of a 3-part series on confidently selecting ergonomic equipment—and includes access to brand-new comparison tables for keyboards, mice, and chairs.

Get the Ergonomic Equipment Guide. See how ergonomic task chairs, keyboards, and mice stack up against each other with a variety of ergonomic parameters. If you either WANT TO or are ALREADY doing office ergonomics assessments, you need this. Get started here: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/free-training

Ergonomics + Business: Who Really Pays You (and Why It Matters)

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 06:00:00 -0400

Find out one of the most important yet overlooked steps in growing an ergonomics consulting business: identifying your ideal client avatar. Spoiler alert—it’s not the worker in pain. It’s the HR decision-maker who signs the contract and opens the door to dozens of assessments.

Learn why focusing on B2B instead of B2C creates leverage, how to uncover your client’s true needs and objections, and why a clear marketing message makes or breaks your business. You’ll also learn why setting 90-day goals is more effective than year-long plans, and how daily action compounds into big results.

Whether you’re just starting out or ready to scale your ergonomics services, this episode will help you shift your mindset, clarify your marketing, and get closer to becoming the go-to ergonomics consultant in your city.

Ergonomics for Dentists & Hygienists | My Conversation with Stephanie Botts

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 07:00:00 -0400

Ergonomics for Dentists & Hygienists | My Conversation with Stephanie Botts

Dentistry is one of the most high-risk professions for musculoskeletal pain—and that means a huge opportunity for ergonomists. In this full interview, I sit down with Stephanie Botts, RDH, BSDH, CEAS, a practicing dental hygienist and certified ergonomics specialist, to explore how ergonomists can better understand and support the dental industry.

In this episode, we discuss:

✅ The unique ergonomic challenges in dentistry (and why pain is so normalized)
✅ Key risks for dentists, hygienists, and assistants—and how they compare to office/industrial ergonomics
✅ High-impact, low-cost fixes that consultants can recommend with confidence
✅ Why soft skills and patient management are essential for dental ergonomics
✅ How ergonomists can pitch services to dental practices and highlight ROI

If you’re an ergonomist looking to expand into niche markets, this conversation gives you the knowledge and language you’ll need to connect with dental professionals and provide real value.

Resources:

Free, Downloadable Office Ergo Resources: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/free-training

Stephanie Botts website: https://polishedposture-shop.myshopify.com/

Stephanie Botts email: stephanie@polishedposture.net

How One Healthcare Pro Used Ergonomics to Create a New Income Stream (Without Quitting Her Job)

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 07:00:00 -0400

Whether you're an OT, PT, RN, Kin, or another type of healthcare provider, you'll hear how Jess went from burnout and overwork to confidence, income, and flexibility. We break down her first paid assessment, how she landed referrals, and why you don’t need fancy equipment or another degree to get started.

You'll learn:

The mindset shift that helped Jess take the leap
What she charged (and how she got paid from the start)
How you can use your healthcare skills in a new way
Why office ergonomics is the perfect low-barrier, high-reward service
What’s inside the Ergonomics Blueprint and how it can work for you

If you’ve ever thought, “I want more freedom and flexibility, but I don’t know where to start,” this episode is your sign.

🔗 Grab the free training mentioned in the episode at www.ergonomicshelp.com/free-training

Exploring 25+ Years in Ergonomics: Insights from David Brodie

Mon, 26 May 2025 07:00:00 -0400

In today’s episode, I’m joined by David Brodie, a seasoned ergonomist with decades of experience in the public sector and private consulting. We dive into how the ergonomics field has evolved over the years—and what consultants can do to stay relevant and in demand.

David shares practical strategies for adapting your services, building long-term relationships with clients, and navigating the changing landscape of workplace health and safety. Whether you're just getting started or you're looking to future-proof your ergonomics business, this conversation is packed with insights.

What’s changed (and stayed the same) in ergonomics
How to position yourself as a go-to expert
Why flexibility and creativity are essential for growth
Advice for newer consultants building their network and brand

This is a must-listen for anyone working in (or curious about) the business side of ergonomics.

👤 Connect with David Brodie:
LinkedIn – David Brodie, Ergonomist

Why Your Clients Need Options: Flexible Ergonomics Service Models

Tue, 06 May 2025 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, I’m giving you a behind-the-scenes look at a fresh way to structure and offer your ergonomic services—one that’s flexible, scalable, and way more aligned with what clients actually need (and can afford).

Whether you’re working with office setups or on the shop floor, I’ll walk you through how to use a value ladder approach and hybrid service options to reach more people, show up as a true partner, and create long-term client relationships.

You’ll hear real-world examples of what this looks like in action—from discomfort surveys and quick workstation check-ins to pop-up ergo clinics, “first aid” hotlines, and quarterly risk screens.

If you’ve ever felt stuck offering the same one-off assessments over and over, this episode will open up some new, practical ideas you can start using right away.

Can AI Replace Ergonomists? What You Need to Know Before You Buy the Hype

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0400

Okay, so AI is popping up everywhere, right? But what does this for us in the ergonomics world? This episode takes a look at these new AI-powered risk assessment tools – are they a game-changer or just another shiny object?

We'll break down the costs (spoiler: they can be a bit of a surprise) and what these tools can actually do. We'll also look at how some businesses are already seeing results.

We'll also talk about how your hard-saught after expertise still is invaluable. This isn't about robots taking over; it's about figuring out how this tech fits into what we do. So, if you're just curious or seriously thinking about AI, be sure to listen to this episode.

Why are Ergonomics Issues Now in the Headlines?

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 07:00:00 -0400

Ergonomics is making headlines like never before, and that’s a big deal for our profession. In this episode, we’re diving into why ergonomics is getting more media attention, what it means for businesses, and—most importantly—how you can leverage this to get more paying clients.

We’ll cover:

How recent news stories highlight the growing demand for ergonomics.
The headline effect—why businesses are finally paying attention.
How to use these headlines (without feeling salesy) to engage potential clients.
Practical strategies to position yourself as the go-to ergonomics expert.

Plus, I’ll share how you can join my free webinar on April 9, 2025, to dive even deeper into building a thriving ergonomics business.

👉 Register here: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/free-ergo-workshop

Let’s make ergonomics mainstream—one assessment at a time!

Numbers That CEO's Actually Care About

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -0400

Want to prove the impact of ergonomics and make your work impossible to ignore? In this episode, we're diving into leading indicators, activity metrics, and lagging metrics—the key numbers that show the real value of your ergonomics program.

You'll hear real-world case studies, cautionary tales, and practical tips on tracking and presenting your findings to management. Plus, I’ll guide you through some powerful reflection questions to help you take action immediately.

🎁 Grab your free Ergonomics Metrics Tracker at https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/blog/numbers—it’s the perfect tool to start documenting your impact today.

🚀 Want to grow your ergonomics business? Join the waitlist for Accelerate: The Business of Ergonomics at www.ergonomicshelp.com/biz and be the first to know when enrollment opens!

Don’t miss this episode—it could change the way you track, measure, and communicate the power of ergonomics forever.

Don't Undercharge For Your Ergonomics Expertise! 📈🚀

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 06:00:00 -0500

Does Ergonomics Pay Well? Let’s Talk Pricing!

Ergonomics is an incredible service—but does it bring in serious income? That depends on how you price and structure your offerings.

In this episode, we’re diving into how to price your office equipment recommendation services so you’re not working for pennies. One great way to do this? Consultation services—a powerful way to get prevention on a company’s radar while ensuring you’re paid what you’re worth.

You’ll learn:
✅ Two service models – Minimal vendor coordination vs. full vendor coordination
✅ Pricing strategies – How to frame your value and avoid underquoting
✅ The Chair Trial Strategy – A high-impact way to help clients make smart investments

Plus, these pricing strategies work for your other ergonomics services too!

🚀 Start offering office ergonomics assessments today! Get free training here: www.ergonomicshelp.com/begin

How an Ergo Showroom Can Set You Apart and Boost Your Income

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 07:00:00 -0500

Ever thought about setting up an ergonomic showroom but weren’t sure how it would work? In this episode of The Business of Ergonomics Podcast, I dive into how having an Ergo Showroom can set you apart as a consultant, streamline your process, and increase your revenue.

I recently spoke with an ergonomics consultant who has their own showroom, and it was like spotting a YETI—I knew it was possible, but I needed to see it in action! In this episode, I’ll walk you through:

✅ The key benefits of an ergonomic showroom (for you AND your clients)
✅ How it simplifies decision-making and reduces equipment returns
✅ What products to carry and where to store them
✅ Pricing strategies—because you should be charging for your expertise!

If you’re looking for ways to provide more value to your clients while boosting your income, this is an episode you won’t want to miss!

Sign up to the Accelerate waitlist here: www.ergonomicshelp.com/biz

The Hidden Benefits of Offering Annual Ergonomics Reports

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 07:00:00 -0500

In this episode of the Business of Ergonomics Podcast, we’re diving into how independent ergonomists can integrate annual reporting into their services. We’ll cover the importance of ergonomics metrics, how to structure a report, the benefits and challenges of offering this service, and pricing strategies. If you want to enhance your service offerings and build long-term client relationships, this episode is for you!

Join our Accelerate Waitlist Now: www.ergonomicshelp.com/biz

The Art and Science of Pricing Your Ergonomic Services

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Struggling to figure out how to price your ergonomic services? You’re not alone—pricing is a hot topic in the ergonomics world! In this episode, we dive into the critical considerations for pricing your services effectively.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

The difference between hourly vs. value-based pricing and why experienced ergonomists often prefer the latter.
Why you shouldn’t undervalue your expertise and the true costs of running your business.
How to align your pricing strategy with your income goals while avoiding the “race to the bottom.”
Practical steps to estimate your pricing based on market research and business expenses.
Insights into building a sustainable business while delivering top-tier value to your clients.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your approach, this episode will give you the confidence to charge what your expertise is worth. Tune in and take your ergonomics business to the next level!

👉 Press play now!

Your Business Growth Toolkit - Accelerate: The Business of Ergonomics

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 06:00:00 -0500

Ready to take your ergonomics business to the next level? In this jam-packed episode, Darcie Jaremey dives into the Accelerate: The Business of Ergonomics program, revealing how it can help you streamline your operations, boost your marketing skills, and save time with powerful tools like a report writing app and an office ergonomic equipment database. Whether you're a budding entrepreneur, a busy consultant, or a research enthusiast, this episode offers valuable insights to help you grow your business.

Don’t miss out! Accelerate is open for enrollment until January 29th. Join now at https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/accelerate-now. If you miss this enrollment, no worries—join the waitlist for the next round. We open enrollment four times a year at www.ergonomicshelp.com/biz. Get ready to level up your ergo game!

Part 2: The Impact of Minnesota's Ergonomics Statute on Your Consulting Practice

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500

In part two of this two-part series, we’re diving into the practical steps you can take as an ergonomics consultant to leverage new legislation for maximum impact. While ergonomics regulations are exciting, they can also open the door for less experienced consultants, and that's where you come in. As a qualified professional, you have the expertise to make a real difference.

In this episode, we’ll discuss how to build a value-driven presentation that can be repurposed time and again, reaching influential decision-makers in businesses across industries. We’ll also cover how to identify the right companies that need your services and guide them through compliance with new regulations.

You’ll learn how to:

Develop a compelling presentation that positions you as the go-to expert in ergonomics compliance
Utilize local associations and trade groups to connect with potential clients
Create content-driven outreach strategies to inform prospects about the new laws and funding opportunities
Use sales techniques like consultative selling, risk reduction, and urgency to boost your conversions

Plus, I’ll introduce you to a step-by-step outreach strategy, show you how to use free gap analysis as a powerful tool, and explain how to stay top of mind through consistent follow-up.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your approach, this episode is packed with actionable strategies to help you attract more clients, build your reputation, and make a real impact in your community.

Don’t miss out—sign up for my free webinar on January 22nd to learn how to attract clients for your ergonomics service business. Go to ergonomicshelp.com/biz to save your spot!

Part 1: The Impact of Minnesota's Ergonomics Statute on Your Consulting Practice

Wed, 08 Jan 2025 07:00:00 -0500

In this episode, we dive into Minnesota’s groundbreaking ergonomics legislation, Minnesota Statutes § 182.677, and what it means for ergonomics consultants. This is Part 1 of a two-part series where we explore the "what" and "why" behind this new statute and its implications for workplace safety.

Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode:

The key components of the statute and which industries it applies to.
What an ergonomics program must include (risk assessments, training, employee feedback, and more).
Why this legislation is an opportunity for ergonomists to build ongoing relationships with employers.
How you can position yourself as an essential resource for businesses navigating compliance and reducing ergonomic risks.

Whether you’re a seasoned ergonomist or just getting started, this episode will help you understand how to add value to businesses through participatory ergonomics and strategic services.

Stay tuned for Part 2, where we’ll share one key technique to help you land clients and grow your ergonomics business.

📌 Resources Mentioned:

MNOSHA Ergonomics FAQs: https://www.dli.mn.gov/business/workplace-safety-and-health/mnosha-compliance-ergonomics-faqs
Minnesota Statute Details: https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/text.php?number=SF3035&session_year=2023&session_number=0&version=latest
Participatory Ergonomic Blueprint (IWH): https://www.iwh.on.ca/tools-and-guides/participatory-ergonomic-blueprint

Don’t miss my free webinar on January 22nd to learn strategies for finding clients for your ergonomics business! Sign up at ergonomicshelp.com/biz.

Listen now and discover how you can make a difference for businesses navigating this new legislation!

Logo Design To Bring In Clients

Wed, 01 Jan 2025 06:00:00 -0500

In this episode, we dive into practical, cost-effective strategies for creating a logo that works for your brand without derailing your momentum. Here’s what we cover:

DIY Logo Essentials – Start simple! Canva (and its AI logo generator) can help you quickly create something polished to get started. Don’t let logo design delay your launch.
When to Outsource – If you’re ready for a pro look, for creative ideas from designers worldwide.
Key Logo Formats – Have a color, black-and-white, and transparent background version ready, plus both horizontal and square options for flexibility.

Also Highlighted in This Episode: Accelerate – The Business of Ergonomics

Accelerate is designed for consultants looking to grow their client base, attract mid-sized businesses, and develop a solid business foundation in ergonomics. The program offers marketing tools and strategies to help you become the go-to ergonomics consultant in your city.

Learn more at https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/biz

164: 5 Ergo Website MUST-HAVES!

Thu, 22 Feb 2024 07:00:00 -0500

LINKS:
Get started with office ergonomics assessments, Free Training!: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/begin
Waitlist for Accelerate: The Business of Ergonomics https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/biz
Free Ergonomics Training
https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/free-training
Free Ergonomics Facebook Community https://www.facebook.com/groups/ErgoHelpGroup

163: How To FAIL At Office Ergonomics Assessments

Thu, 25 Jan 2024 07:00:00 -0500

Make sure that you don't make any of these mistakes when you are getting started with office ergonomics assessments...

LINKS:
Get started with office ergonomics assessments, Free Training!: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/begin
Waitlist for Accelerate: The Business of Ergonomics https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/biz
Free Ergonomics Training
https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/free-training
Free Ergonomics Facebook Community https://www.facebook.com/groups/ErgoHelpGrou!

162: How To Package Your Expertise

Thu, 18 Jan 2024 07:00:00 -0500

Find out what specific services to add to office ergonomics assessments that will both bring you in more clients and help your clients.

FREE Gift to help you get started with Office Ergonomics Assessments https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/begin

Research Paper: Aegerter, A. M., Deforth, M., Volken, T., Johnston, V., Luomajoki, H., Dressel, H., Dratva, J., Ernst, M. J., Distler, O., Brunner, B., Sjøgaard, G., Melloh, M., Elfering, A., & NEXpro Collaboration Group (2023). A Multi-component Intervention (NEXpro) Reduces Neck Pain-Related Work Productivity Loss: A Randomized Controlled Trial Among Swiss Office Workers. Journal of occupational rehabilitation, 33(2), 288–300.

161: New Year, New You... New Prices??

Thu, 11 Jan 2024 07:00:00 -0500

As the year rolls into a fresh new start, it's a great time to reflect on the prices of your Ergonomics Services. You'll hear some different perspectives on what your prices mean.

You can watch the recording from November's Office Ergonomics Roundtable here: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/registration-page-office-ergo

Links:
Get started with office ergonomics assessments, Free Training!: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/begin
Waitlist for Accelerate: The Business of Ergonomics https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/biz
Free Ergonomics Training
https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/free-training

160: The Top 10 Chairs that Ergonomics Consultants are Recommending TODAY

Thu, 30 Nov 2023 10:00:00 -0500

In September 2023 I asked for feedback from Ergonomics Consultants as to what their favorite chairs are. Discover the 10 chairs that they recommend. Did we miss one of your favorites from 2023? Make sure to let me know.

Resource for ErgoCentric chairs in Canada: https://myergomania.com/

LINKS:
Get started with office ergonomics assessments, Free Training!: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/begin
Waitlist for Accelerate: The Business of Ergonomics https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/biz
Free Ergonomics Training
https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/free-training
Free Ergonomics Facebook Community https://www.facebook.com/groups/ErgoHelpGroup

159: Why Sitting Reclined Is BETTER For Your Clients.

Thu, 16 Nov 2023 06:00:00 -0500

Approximately 8 out of every 10 Americans will have back problems. And, the number of adults in America experiencing lower back pain seems to be on the rise too. So, what can we do to reduce some risks of long-term and degenerative back pain?

Check out this episode to get 3 research-backed reasons why sitting with a reclined sitting position is better for your client's back health!

Articles:
1. Ergonomics of posture—Review of various problems of standing and sitting posture
2. An epidemiological study of the relationship between occupations and acute herniated lumbar intervertebral discs

LINKS:
Get started with office ergonomics assessments, Free Training!: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/begin
Waitlist for Accelerate: The Business of Ergonomics https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/biz
Free Ergonomics Training
https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/free-training

158: Adjustments & Footrests

Thu, 02 Nov 2023 07:00:00 -0400

In office ergonomics assessments I love recommending footrests... but what can you do in the interim before the new footrest is ordered?

In this podcast, we talk about low-cost, high-impact solutions that will solve your clients' issues in the office related to footrests. Tune in to check it out!

What is your favorite solution for interim footrests in the office? Click here to let me know.

Links:
Get started with office ergonomics assessments, Free Training!: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/begin
Waitlist for Accelerate: The Business of Ergonomics https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/biz
Free Ergonomics Training
https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/free-training

157: Are Modern Monitors Risky?

Thu, 12 Oct 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Monitors have changed a lot in the workplace in the past while. Well, a lot has changed, to be honest. Let's talk about how we can optimize the ergonomic setup in this new world.

Links:
Get started with office ergonomics assessments, Free Training!: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/begin
Waitlist for Accelerate: The Business of Ergonomics https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/biz
Free Ergonomics Training
https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/free-training

156: Here Are The Specific Features To Recommend In An "Ergonomic" Chair

Thu, 28 Sep 2023 07:00:00 -0400

To recommend an ergonomic chair there are certain criteria that you should be included. In this episode, you'll get the juicy details of what to recommend in an ergonomic chair. And remember a trial period is always recommended, when possible, for your client to ensure that you are making the best possible chair for them.

Links:
Get started with office ergonomics assessments, Free Training!: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/begin
Waitlist for Accelerate: The Business of Ergonomics https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/biz
Free Ergonomics Training
https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/free-training

155: Does a Truly Ergonomic Chair Actually Exist??

Thu, 31 Aug 2023 07:00:00 -0400

Find out if a "truly" ergonomic chair actually exists!

Links:
Get started with office ergonomics assessments, Free Training!: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/begin
Waitlist for Accelerate: The Business of Ergonomics https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/biz
Free Ergonomics Training
https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/free-training

154: The Ergonomics of Smartphone and Tablet Use!

Thu, 24 Aug 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Should you be addressing your client's off-work habits in their office ergonomic assessment? I think it's worth it! In this episode, you'll get tips, strategies, and specific equipment recommendations to improve your client's tablet and smartphone use!

Check out these recommendations for an improved ergonomic setup: https://kit.co/DarcieJaremey/office-ergonomics-setup

Links:
Get started with office ergonomics assessments, Free Training!: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/begin
Waitlist for Accelerate: The Business of Ergonomics https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/biz
Free Ergonomics Training
https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/free-training

153: Plan, Do, Check, Act. Is this something you should be adding to your ergonomics deliverables?

Thu, 17 Aug 2023 06:00:00 -0400

This highlights an often overlooked aspect of ergonomics – the simple continuous improvement process known as Plan, Do, Check, and Act (PDCA). While other shiny aspects of ergonomics get more attention, this system offers effective strategies that can be easily implemented in any organization, regardless of size. Some suggestions can be effortlessly applied, while others may require planning.

Links:
Get started with office ergonomics assessments, Free Training!: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/begin
Waitlist for Accelerate: The Business of Ergonomics https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/biz
Free Ergonomics Training
https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/free-training

152: Returning To The Office - Shared & Hybrid Ergo Facts To Know

Thu, 10 Aug 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Post-COVID, shared workspaces like hot-desking are making a comeback. Organizations embrace them for cost-saving, appealing to younger talent, and accommodating remote workers. A successful transition depends on careful management, ensuring optimal staff performance. But surprisingly, the overall impact on employees remains under-researched.

Get all the details on how workplaces can effectively handle this transition!

Resources:
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0003687016302514

Links:
Get started with office ergonomics assessments, Free Training!: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/begin
Waitlist for Accelerate: The Business of Ergonomics https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/biz
Free Ergonomics Training
https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/free-training

151: Use These Surprising Ergonomics Facts, Part 2

Thu, 03 Aug 2023 07:00:00 -0400

Promoting ergonomics? Here's essential info to win clients and colleagues. Educate, inform, and achieve your ergonomic goals, whether personal or corporate.

All Resources:

https://www.iwh.on.ca/

Links:
Get started with office ergonomics assessments, Free Training!: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/begin
Waitlist for Accelerate: The Business of Ergonomics https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/biz
Free Ergonomics Training
https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/free-training

150: Surprising Ergonomics Facts, Part 1

Thu, 27 Jul 2023 07:00:00 -0400

Promoting ergonomics? Here's essential info to win clients and colleagues. Educate, inform, and achieve your ergonomic goals, whether personal or corporate.

Point 1 Resources:

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0188440903000535
https://journals.lww.com/spinejournal/Abstract/2003/12150/Effect_of_Office_Ergonomics_Intervention_on.15.aspx
https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/1047322X.1991.10387896

Point 2 Resources:

https://www.wsib.ca/en/bythenumbers

Point 3 Resources:

https://www.iwh.on.ca/

Point 4 Resources:

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0169814101000543
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0169814101000543

Point 5 Resources:

https://www.iwh.on.ca/

149: Marketing Is Hard So Get These Tactics From Dee Enright

Thu, 20 Jul 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Marketing is hard. Join me and Dee Enright, an award-winning marketer and business development extraordinaire. Learn trends you can apply to your business right now and get perspective-shifting insights. Listen now!

Links:
Get started with office ergonomics assessments, Free Training!: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/begin
Waitlist for Accelerate: The Business of Ergonomics https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/biz
Free Ergonomics Training
https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/free-training

To learn more about Dee, please head here: https://jebbca.com/

148: How To Up-level Your LinkedIn Profile & Grow Your Ergonomics Service Business!

Thu, 13 Jul 2023 07:00:00 -0400

Join me for this interview with Eric Z. Johnson about leveraging the power of LinkedIn! Here's Eric's LinkedIn Profile, feel free to reach out to him: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericzjohnson/

Links:
Get started with office ergonomics assessments, Free Training!: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/begin
Waitlist for Accelerate: The Business of Ergonomics https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/biz
Free Ergonomics Training
https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/free-training

147: THIS Change Will Enhance Your Ergo Reports!

Thu, 15 Jun 2023 07:00:00 -0400

Find out what I think the missing key is for Ergonomics Service Providers! You can sign up for my FREE Masterclass: "How To Build A Thriving Ergonomics Service Business" on June 21, 2023.

To sign up, all you have to do is click here: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/thrive-june2023

146: Retainer Clients: Should you be offering this to your clients...NOW?

Thu, 08 Jun 2023 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, we dive into the world of Retainer clients. Is this something that we should be offering to customers? Learn the pros and cons of this method to offer your services to clients.

Links:
Get started with office ergonomics assessments, Free Training!: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/begin
Waitlist for Accelerate: The Business of Ergonomics https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/biz
Free Ergonomics Training
https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/free-training

145: Ergonomics Legislation & The New Washington State Ergo Bill: What Are The Implications To The Ergonomics Field?

Thu, 01 Jun 2023 07:00:00 -0400

In this podcast episode, we dive into the history of ergonomics legislation in the United States. With the passing of Washington State SB 5217 the question arises as to what the larger role of ergonomics legislation is and what it means to ergonomics professionals... is it good or bad for the future of ergonomics?

Links:
Get started with office ergonomics assessments, Free Training!: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/begin
Waitlist for Accelerate: The Business of Ergonomics https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/biz
Free Ergonomics Training
https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/free-training

144: DON'T Do This When Pricing Your Ergonomics Services...

Thu, 25 May 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Many professionals are at risk of undercharging for their expertise, which can lower the perceived value of their services to businesses and harm the industry. In this episode, you'll get a variety of strategies that you can put into place today that will allow you to charge higher rates for your services... interested? Listen to this episode to learn more.

Links:
Get started with office ergonomics assessments, Free Training!: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/begin
Waitlist for Accelerate: The Business of Ergonomics https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/biz
Free Ergonomics Training
https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/free-training

143: Getting an Edge On Your Competition with Jacob Thadickal

Thu, 18 May 2023 07:00:00 -0400

Jacob Thadickal is an alum of York U’s Kinesiology program that applied his skills in the clinical space before moving into the insurance industry. While aiming to be as helpful as possible, he received training in Ergonomics and Functional Testing. Since then, he has worked with employers in a myriad of industries, insurers, and local compensation boards. He is currently working in Account Development with Humanscale.

Join me in this interview to find out how you as an ergonomics consultant can get an edge on your competition and remain relevant in a modern ergonomic marketplace.

Jacob's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacob-thadickal-b4955850/

Links:
Get started with office ergonomics assessments, Free Training!: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/begin
Waitlist for Accelerate: The Business of Ergonomics https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/biz
Free Ergonomics Training
https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/free-training

142: Are Ball Chairs Appropriate In The Office?

Thu, 11 May 2023 06:00:00 -0400

As Ergonomics Service Providers you may get questions about active or ball chairs and their use in the office. This episode gives you some cold hard evidence on the efficacy of these, combined with how you can unlock more active sitting with a standard office chair. Be sure to listen to this episode now!

Links:
Get started with office ergonomics assessments, Free Training!: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/begin
Waitlist for Accelerate: The Business of Ergonomics https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/biz
Free Ergonomics Training
https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/free-training

141: Motion Capture vs AI for Ergonomics Assessments with Quin Bond

Thu, 04 May 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Join me to learn about what motion capture and AI bring to the table for ergonomics assessments. You'll learn the impact and limitations of both of these types of tools and the best way to navigate this ever-changing landscape.

About Quin: Quin Bond is the Director of Measurement and Evaluation Services at New Jersey Ergonomics. Quin is a Certified Ergonomic Assessment Specialist. He has over 25 years of experience in human movement and performance analysis in both research and private industry. He has performed ergonomic assessments in more than 26 unique working environments for more than 50 unique job titles. Quin helped to develop a motion capture based Functional Capacity Evaluation tool that was used for more than 2800 return to work FCEs and used for over 900 baseline
mini-FCEs for post-offer pre-employment physical abilities tests. Quin has developed post-offer testing protocols for organizations that he works with that continue to help reduce the risk of injuries to new hires for clients in private industry and for municipal, county, and state governments.

Links:
Get started with office ergonomics assessments, Free Training!: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/begin
Waitlist for Accelerate: The Business of Ergonomics https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/biz
Free Ergonomics Training
https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/free-training

140: Were We Wrong About Forearm Support In The Office?

Thu, 27 Apr 2023 06:00:00 -0400

This podcast episode discusses recent research on the effects of forearm support during typing tasks and the relationship between spinal pain and posture. Is there the best type of forearm support AND is it relevant to the resources available that we have as ergonomics consultants?

We talk about the importance of forearm support and proper sitting posture to prevent musculoskeletal pain during computer work. Listen to this episode because it provides valuable insights into the importance of ergonomic solutions to prevent discomfort and pain in the long term.

So, what do you think... does this research change how you handle forearm supports in the office?

Links:
Get started with office ergonomics assessments, Free Training!: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/begin
Waitlist for Accelerate: The Business of Ergonomics https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/biz
Free Ergonomics Training
https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/free-training

139: Lift Training & Ergonomics - frenemies?

Thu, 20 Apr 2023 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, we discuss LIFT TRAINING Solutions and how it compares to other methods of managing the risk of injury in the workplace.

Lower back pain is a major concern, and we start by sharing some perspectives on how you can add value to prevent and manage it. We explain what a Physical Demands Analysis is and why it's important in identifying and measuring the essential physical demands associated with a specific job or task. We discuss the four levels of ergonomic solutions, starting with Engineering ergonomic solutions, which are modifications to equipment and systems to improve their ergonomic qualities. Administrative ergonomic solutions involve changing work policies, procedures, and organizational culture. Behavioral ergonomic solutions involve modifying the behavior of workers through training and education, while Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is the final level of ergonomic solutions. We then discuss where LIFT TRAINING falls in terms of effectiveness. While lift training is a useful preventative measure, it is not the most effective method of managing the risk of injury. Rather, it should be combined with engineering controls and administrative solutions to reduce the risk of workplace injuries and musculoskeletal disorders.

Links:
Get started with office ergonomics assessments, Free Training!: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/begin
Waitlist for Accelerate: The Business of Ergonomics (next enrollment is June 2023) https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/biz
Free Ergonomics Training
https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/free-training

138: THIS Is A Requirement for Every Ergonomics Professional... who's just getting started!

Thu, 13 Apr 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Darcie emphasizes the importance of getting trained and gaining experience before offering ergonomics services to clients. Simply taking a course is not enough, as it does not adequately prepare individuals to provide value to clients or the industry as a whole.

You'll also hear my story of pursuing a variety of courses and working with an ergonomics consulting firm but still realizing the need for mentors and guidance. Finding a program that offers both content and support to ensure individuals are doing the right thing and getting their questions answered.

Links:
Get started with office ergonomics assessments, Free Training!: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/begin
Waitlist for Accelerate: The Business of Ergonomics (next enrollment is June 2023) https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/biz
Free Ergonomics Training
https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/free-training

137: Should You Be Using Affinity Marketing?

Thu, 06 Apr 2023 07:00:00 -0400

In this episode, we delve into the world of affinity marketing and explore how an ergonomics consulting business can use this marketing strategy to connect with potential customers on a deeper level.

Overall, by using affinity marketing, an ergonomics consulting business can build strong relationships with the target audience, increase brand awareness, and ultimately attract more paying customers. Join us as we explore the 6 Ways to Leverage Affinity Marketing for an Ergonomics Consulting Business!

Links:
Get started with office ergonomics assessments, Free Training!: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/begin
Waitlist for Accelerate: The Business of Ergonomics (next enrollment is June 2023) https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/biz
Free Ergonomics Training
https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/free-training

136: The BCPE Certification Process

Thu, 23 Mar 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Gene Kay, President of the Board of Certification in Professional Ergonomics joins us. This is a recorded session from a Masterclass from March 16th, 2023. You'll learn whether or not BCPE certification is something that you should pursue as an Ergonomics Service Provider. Please note that this is only half of the session because we get quite detailed with the website and questions from attendees. The remaining portion of the session can be viewed here: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/free-training.

Links:
Get started with office ergonomics assessments, Free Training!: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/begin
Waitlist for Accelerate: The Business of Ergonomics https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/biz
Free Ergonomics Training
https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/free-training

135: Tactics to Get High-Impact Client Solutions with Thomas Rowell

Thu, 16 Mar 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Thomas Rowell joins us today on the podcast. He brings more than 30 years of experience in the ergonomics field and shares his valuable insights with you today.
Some of the highlights include:

How to get the best solutions for your client
How to maximize long-term relationships working as a contractor
His upcoming session at the Applied Ergonomics Conference and its importance in our modern working environment
Artificial Intelligence and Ergonomics

Links:
Get started with office ergonomics assessments, Free Training!: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/begin
Waitlist for Accelerate: The Business of Ergonomics (next enrollment is March 2023) https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/biz

134: Artificial Intelligence, ChatGPT, & Ergonomics

Thu, 09 Mar 2023 07:00:00 -0500

What do Artificial Intelligence, ChatGPT, and Ergonomics have in common? Well, you'll find out about it in this episode. In this episode, I bring in technology expert Joe Lindsay to share his experience with Artificial Intelligence apps and what that can mean for our future in the ergonomics industry... whether it's awesome or less-awesome. None-the-less you'll get some actionable steps to put into place to prepare yourself for the future. And you might be surprised!!

Links:
Get started with office ergonomics assessments, Free Training!: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/begin
Waitlist for Accelerate: The Business of Ergonomics (next enrollment is March 2023) https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/biz

133: Should You Care About Health Information Privacy?

Thu, 02 Mar 2023 07:00:00 -0500

Nothing is as polarizing for Ergonomics Consultants as whether or not our services qualify under Health Information Protection Law. On this episode, Joe Lindsay joins us today to chat about health information, whether ergonomics applies to health information, and then what you can do as a professional to protect yourself and your clients with clear thoughtful steps.

Links:
Get started with office ergonomics assessments, Free Training!: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/begin
Waitlist for Accelerate: The Business of Ergonomics (next enrollment is March 2023) https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/biz

132: 3 Sales & Marketing Principles for Ergo Consultants

Thu, 23 Feb 2023 07:00:00 -0500

Get these 3 simple, yet effective sales and marketing principles that you can start applying to your business now!

Links:
Get started with office ergonomics assessments, Free Training!: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/begin
Waitlist for Accelerate: The Business of Ergonomics (next enrollment is March 2023) https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/biz

131: The Economic Downturn

Thu, 16 Feb 2023 07:00:00 -0500

Welcome to the show! Ok y'all, we are officially in an economic downturn aka recession. As ergonomics service providers we offer truly unique solutions because injuries will occur... and we can provide solutions to prevent them from happening in the first place or get people back to work faster. Even considering all of this, there is a barrier: how we share this information and provide ergonomics solutions that truly reflect the state of the economy. Listen to this episode to get real actionable tips that will make a difference in your business!

Links:
Get started with office ergonomics assessments, Free Training!: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/begin
Waitlist for Accelerate: The Business of Ergonomics (next enrollment is March 2023) https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/biz

130: Use These Simple Ergo Facts To Get More Customers

Thu, 09 Feb 2023 06:00:00 -0500

Hey there, welcome to the show. Today I’m going to give you 10 different ways that you can describe the benefits of ergonomics, in plain terms, to spark the interest of your audience and corporate clients.

Links:
Get started with office ergonomics assessments, Free Training!: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/begin
Waitlist for Accelerate: The Business of Ergonomics (next enrollment is March 2023) https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/biz

129: Vertical, Angled, Or Standard: Which are best for CTS?

Thu, 19 Jan 2023 06:00:00 -0500

Sign up to the webinar happening on January 31st here https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/thrive

Learn office ergonomics assessments: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/office

128: How to become Certified as an Ergonomics Professional

Thu, 12 Jan 2023 07:00:00 -0500

Today we’re talking about the world of Private-Label certification vs Board certification: What does it mean? How do you navigate it? And what is the best next step for you? You’ll get some answers to that today.

References:
BCPE Educational Coursework Requirement https://bcpe.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/BCPE_Education-Requirements-2022.pdf
Suggested Reading (list at the end of the document) https://m4v211.p3cdn1.secureserver.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Core-Competencies-in-Human-Factors-and-Ergonomics-2021.pdf
IEA Endorsesd Certification Bodies: https://iea.cc/leadership/education-certification/
Get started with office ergonomics assessments: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/begin

127: Getting the Best Outcomes for Hybrid Work

Thu, 05 Jan 2023 07:00:00 -0500

On Tuesday January 31 I’m hosting a free and value-packed Masterclass that will show you exactly how to get paying clients for your ergo service business. Check out the details to see if it’s right for you. Just head to https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/thrive

If we know that the hybrid home/office setup is here to stay, what types of information should we be sharing with our ideal clients so that we can help them manage and embrace this situation, make the right decisions, and allow them to be able to focus on the most important aspects of their jobs (not managing the negative consequences of poor ergonomics!).

Episode 126: Office Ergo Equipment Trends, a Conversation with Camille Fraser of ErgoMania, Part 2

Thu, 15 Dec 2022 07:00:00 -0500

This is Part 2 of this series with Camille Fraser. Camille Fraser is the President of ErgoMania. Check out the Office Ergonomic Equipment on her website if you are in Canada. If you'd like her to help you source the best Ergonomic Equipment for you, check out her Preferred Ergonomic Equipment Program.

Want to get into office ergonomics assessments? Click here to download my 7-step resource guide.

One more thing. Want to learn more about the Accelerate: Business of Ergonomics Program and if it's right for you, right now? Click here.

Episode 125: Office Ergo Equipment Trends, a Conversation with Camille Fraser of ErgoMania, Part 1

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 06:00:00 -0500

This is Part 1 of a 2 Part series with Camille Fraser. Camille Fraser is the President of ErgoMania. Check out the Office Ergonomic Equipment on her website if you are in Canada. If you'd like her to help you source the best Ergonomic Equipment for you, check out her Preferred Ergonomic Equipment Program.

Want to get into office ergonomics assessments? Click here to download my 7-step resource guide.

One more thing. Want to learn more about the Accelerate: Business of Ergonomics Program and if it's right for you, right now? Click here.

Episode 124: Does Legislation Commoditize Your Services?

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 05:00:00 -0500

In this post, we’re going to discuss whether ergonomics regulations and occupational health and safety law can give you an edge in offering your ergo services, or if it just makes your services a commodity.
If you’re interested in taking the next step in your ergonomics career, then I want to encourage you to sign up for the Accelerate program. Accelerate shows you how to use modern marketing techniques and other systems and processes that’ll turn prospects into leads and help you run a thriving ergonomics business. Register today!

Episode 123: Sarah Walton on Bringing In More Money

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 06:00:00 -0500

Please welcome my guest, Sarah Walton of https://sarahwalton.com. Sarah shares her experience of what it takes to be a successful business owner and how to bring in those sales and clients that we all need! To sign up to Accelerate's waitlist, please go to https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/biz

Episode 122: 4 Reasons You Should Be Doing This Type of Discovery Call

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 07:00:00 -0400

Discover how putting together a simple report, modeled after a popular institute's "Free Blueprint" can leverage your ergonomics service business to get more attention from corporate. You can sign up for a free, valuable training that shows you how to build a thriving ergo business by attracting customers, make more money, and stand out from the crowd. Sign up now at www.ergonomicshelp.com/thrive

Episode 121: 3 things for time freedom in your ergo service biz

Thu, 20 Oct 2022 07:00:00 -0400

Achieving time freedom as an Ergonomic Service Provider takes a bit of planning. In today’s episode, Darcie will talk about how you can simplify and streamline your schedule, processes, and manage your ergo service business more effectively.

Attend the Thriving Ergo Business webinar happening this November 3, 2022. In this live webinar, I'll show you how to attract more clients, stand out from the crowd, and make more money. Sign up here: www.ergonomicshelp.com/thrive

Episode 120: Occupational Stress Stats For Office Workers

Thu, 15 Sep 2022 07:00:00 -0400

Get the steps to get new customers, make more money, and stand out from the crowd with your own ergonomics services: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/thrive

Episode 119: The Hunter vs The Farmer, which is best for YOUR business?

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 07:00:00 -0400

When talking about attracting customers to your own ergonomics service business what best represents you: hunter or farmer? To learn how to build your own thriving ergonomics service business head to: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/biz

Episode 118: Use These TEN Characteristics of a Mature Ergo Process

Thu, 01 Sep 2022 07:00:00 -0400

insights I've gleaned over the years of consulting. Read the article to find out the top 10 characteristics of a mature ergonomic process.
If you want more practical ergonomics tips and resources, look no further than the Accelerate: The Business of Ergonomics program. In Accelerate, you have access to all the in-depth training, tools, resources, and support from me. I can give you marketing and ergonomics advice, including how to establish an effective ergonomic process. All of that is going to be available at the end of September 2022, when I open the enrollment for my program. Get on the waitlist today, so you’ll be the first one to know when I officially open the enrollment

Episode 117: When "Ergonomic" Products Go Wrong

Thu, 25 Aug 2022 07:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Darcie talks about the broader concerns facing the ergonomics industry and then gets into the nitty-gritty of the research on sitting on crossed legs.
Find out how to build your thriving ergonomics business here: www.ergonomicshelp.com/biz

Episode 116: Practice Makes Perfect?

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 07:00:00 -0400

Find out the 3-step strategy that’ll help you get great at doing ergonomics assessments, no matter if you're doing it in the office or industry.
Join me in this new value-packed training on Saturday, August 13th to JUMPSTART YOUR OFFICE ERGONOMICS ASSESSMENTS to get results faster.

Click here to get started: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/jumpstart

Episode 115: Rethink Your Career

Thu, 04 Aug 2022 07:00:00 -0400

Learn how to jumpstart your ergonomics assessments: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/jumpstart
Ergonomics is in-demand and is well-established in several sectors. The industry is still predicted to grow in the coming years, so career prospects are excellent. If you’re considering jumping into ergonomics, this post can serve as your starting point.

Episode 114: OSHA and Ergo

Thu, 28 Jul 2022 07:00:00 -0400

Safety in ergonomics is a great entryway to get the attention of decision-makers. So in this episode, I’m going to talk about safety in ergonomics, particularly if there’s an ergonomic requirement that we need to be looking at and communicating to decision-makers in our area.

Links:
Get started with office ergonomics assessments, Free Training!: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/begin
Waitlist for Accelerate: The Business of Ergonomics https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/biz
Free Ergonomics Training
https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/free-training

Episode 113: Use These 7 VDU Studies

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 07:00:00 -0400

We'll look at some of the recently published studies about VDU that I think are interesting and useful for you to know.
Head to https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/biz to learn more about the Accelerate program for starting your own Ergonomics service business.

Episode 112: Should You Be Using MORE ROI?

Thu, 14 Jul 2022 07:00:00 -0400

If you are looking to get MORE businesses for your OWN ergonomics services, I have this amazing freebie. Check it out here: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/biz
Nowadays, prospects won’t invest in services unless it’s supported with visible proof. For many decision-makers, to see is to believe. In order to draw the attention of today's decision-makers, you need to make your offering relevant. And one of the most effective ways you can do at the beginning of sales calls or meetings with prospects is to quantify the value of your offering, or demonstrating the ROI (Return on Investment).
Check out the blogpost here: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/blog/using-ROI

Episode 111: Ergonomist, Ergonomics Consultant, Ergonomics Service Provider: Does it Matter?

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 07:00:00 -0400

In today’s episode, we’ll talk about how you identify your skill set and look into this idea of “working ON your business” type of mindset.

Join this free masterclass and get the steps to build, attract customers, and raise your income with your own Ergonomics services. ergonomicshelp.com/thrive

Episode 110: 8 Guidelines For Correctly Using The NIOSH Lifting Equation

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 07:00:00 -0400

One of the widely used tools used for assessing Manual Material Handling (MMH) is the NIOSH Lifting Equation. In this post, I’m going to share with you the guidelines for the design and assessment of manual lifting tasks.
LINKS
In this free masterclass get the steps to build, attract customers, and raise your income with your own Ergonomics services - https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/thrive

Episode 109: Why These Statistics Are Just The Start...

Thu, 02 Jun 2022 06:00:00 -0400

The shift to more flexible working offered a lot of advantages: employees are more motivated and productive, while employers enjoy the cost savings. However, it’s not all positive news. These statistics on remote workers show how home working impacts remote workers’ wellbeing.
LINKS:
Learn more about getting started with office ergonomics assessments: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/start
Sign-up the Accelerate: Business of Ergonomics Waitlist (opens June 2022 for enrollment): https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/biz

Episode 108: The 5 Simplest Ergo Services To Get Started With

Thu, 26 May 2022 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, I’ve put together a list of my top 5 favorite ergo services to start with that won't cost you a lot of money or take a lot of resources to get started.
LINKS:
Learn more about getting started with office ergonomics assessments: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/start
Sign-up the Accelerate: Business of Ergonomics Waitlist (opens June 2022 for enrollment): https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/biz

Episode 107: Automating Out The Gruntwork, An Interview with Elizabeth Coopersmith

Thu, 19 May 2022 05:00:00 -0400

Are you tired of doing recurring tasks that are taking up most of your time? In this post, Elizabeth Coopersmith reveals to us the importance of automation and breaks down some examples of how you can take your consulting business to the next level using automation.
LINKS:
Check out Elizabeth's awesome freebie here: https://tinyurl.com/smallbusinessauto
Learn more about getting started with office ergonomics assessments: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/start
Sign-up the Accelerate: Business of Ergonomics Waitlist (opens June 2022 for enrollment): https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/biz

Episode 106: 5 Tips To Jump-Start Marketing Your Biz

Thu, 12 May 2022 06:00:00 -0400

Welcome to the Business of Ergonomics Podcast! This episode brings the fire - you'll learn the Top 5 actions to start marketing your services today so that you can attract prospects that turn into customers.
Learn more about getting started with office ergonomics assessments: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/start
Sign-up the Accelerate: Business of Ergonomics Waitlist (opens June 2022 for enrollment): https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/biz

Episode 105: Setting Yourself Up To Make Good Recommendations

Thu, 05 May 2022 06:00:00 -0400

Welcome to the Business of Ergonomics Podcast! Today on the podcast learn the most common mistakes with making the WRONG ergonomics recommendations, what can happen if you do this, and two simple methods to prevent this situation from happening.
To get started with Office Ergonomics Assessments head here: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/OSHA-Mistakes
Join the waitlist for Accelerate: The Business of Ergonomics, the only program that gives you the tools, processes, and support to stand out from your competition and turn leads into customers here: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/biz

Ep 104: Entrepreneurship with Trish Williams

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 23:00:00 -0400

Welcome! Today on the show I'm chatting with Trish Williams of Trish Williams Consulting. We talk about entrepreneurship and why it's never been a better time than now to get started with your own business (instead of a J-O-B). You don't want to miss this one.
Get on the waitlist for Accelerate: The Business of Ergonomics, if you want to get started with your own biz: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/biz
Learn how to do Office Ergonomics Assessments: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/OSHA-Mistakes
How to improve the ergonomics of your own setup, if you don't know anything about ergonomics: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/ergo_report

Episode 103: Seeing The Opportunity In Ergonomics, An Interview With Danni Arroyo

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 06:00:00 -0400

Welcome to another episode of the Business of Ergonomics Podcast. Today I'm chatting with Danni Arroyo of Work Safe Consulting. If you've ever considered adding ergonomics services to what you're doing as a healthcare professional, you don't want to miss this episode! Want to attract leads that turn into customers? Accelerate: The Business of Ergonomics is you the step-by-step process, resources, and support that you need! Sign up to save your spot for the next time Accelerate opens for enrollment here: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 102: Non-traditional Ergonomics Services with Kevin Cairns of Metriks Education

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 06:00:00 -0400

Today on the show I'm talking with Kevin Cairns, the founder at Metriks education. We're talking about practical services that are aligned with your ergonomics expertise. To sign up for this training head to https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/employer to save your seat

Episode 101: The 3-Part Training Series Starts Tonight!

Wed, 16 Mar 2022 21:00:00 -0400

Welcome to the Business of Ergonomics Podcast! Today I'm sharing - just in the nick of time too - how to join me in this free, no-cost training starting tonight, March 17 2022 at 8 pm ET. It's not just that, there 2 more valuable training happening on Tuesday, March 22, and Thursday, March 24th. This training is geared to give you really quick and useful results if you have any interest at all in starting your own ergonomics service business. There's so much potential and opportunity. Click here to save your spot: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/3_part_training

Episode 100: 4 Digital Marketing Errors To Avoid!

Thu, 10 Mar 2022 07:00:00 -0500

Welcome to the Business of Ergonomics Podcast! Wow, we made it to 100! Listen to this podcast and discover the Top 4 Mistakes To Avoid When You Start Digitally Marketing Your Ergo Services. Join me on March 17th for a LIVE 3-Part Training Series designed for Ergonomics Service Providers to get MORE Clients with Digital Marketing. You can sign-up for this FREE Training here.

Episode 099: The Value Of Prevention in Ergonomics, Interview with Nicole Stewart

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 06:00:00 -0500

Today on the show I welcomed Nicole Stewart (you can find out more about her and her business here) where she talks about her background in Occupational Therapy and how she combines it with Ergonomics to provide an elite level of service. In our chat today we talk about future trends of ergonomics including AI and Wellness. One more thing! Don't forget to save your spot for this incredibly valuable 3 part training here: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/3_part_training

Episode 098: How To Shift Clients From Reactive To Proactive Ergo Initiatives, Interview with Kristi Moore

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 06:00:00 -0500

Welcome to The Business of Ergonomics Podcast. Today on the show, I'm pleased to welcome Kristi Moore. Kristi is an Occupational Therapist and Certified Industrial Ergonomist. In this episode, we get the opportunity to talk about really practical approaches including the cost of injuries, how to influence the workplace to shift from a reactive to a proactive approach to injury management, and Artificial Intelligence in Ergonomics Assessments. Don't forget to sign-up HERE for our FREE 3 video live series about Finding Clients for your Ergonomics Services (https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/3_part_training).
Connect with Kristi here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristi-m-aa674871/

Episode 097: Repetitive Strain Injury & Working From Home

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 07:00:00 -0500

Welcome to the Business of Ergonomics Podcast. To learn how to price your ergo services, head here: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/price
To join the Accelerate Waitlist head here: www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 096: Don't Make These Pricing Mistakes...

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 06:00:00 -0500

Welcome to another episode of the Business of Ergonomics. In today's episode, you'll learn about an Open-Discussion Roundtable event that you are invited to. It's happening tonight: Thursday, February 10th. This event will be focused on Pricing Our Ergonomics Services. By attending you'll get clarity on what works, what doesn't work, and factors to take into account so that you can CONFIDENTLY Price Your Services. You can save your spot here: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/price

Episode 095: Spending Too Much Time on Equipment Research?

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 07:00:00 -0500

Welcome to the Business of Ergonomics Podcast. Today, Camille Fraser from ErgoMania shares her Preferred Ergonomics Consultant Program. To connect with Camille, you can email her at info@myergomania.com.

Episode 094: Develop Your Own Marketing Audit

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 07:00:00 -0500

Welcome to the Business of Ergonomics Podcast. Today we're talking about the value of doing a self-audit on what you're doing and how you're doing to bring in leads into your business
Here's the link to the Quiz: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/ergo-quiz

Episode 093: This Is Why To NOT Undercharge

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 05:00:00 -0500

Are you underselling your services? Learn how to start your own ergo biz here. Must-know tips for pricing your services so that you can make (more than) a decent living. As Ergonomics Consultants pricing is one of the most dividing considerations. It’s not simple. Charge too high, and you might turn-off your potential clients. Charge too low, and you’ll gain less profit. When it comes to pricing your ergonomic services, it’s all about striking a balance between attracting paying clients and making a profit. In this episode, I’ll be sharing 3 essential tips to help you manage this important task in your business. If you want to learn more how to start your own ergonomics business (either as a side hustle or full-time basis) make sure to jump click here.

Episode 092: A Comprehensive Approach to the Psychosocial Work Environment

Thu, 13 Jan 2022 05:00:00 -0500

Do you consider the Psychosocial Work Environment in relation to Mental Health? To my fellow Ergonomics Enthusiasts, I have hot-off-the-presses research to share with you today. We're talking about using a comprehensive approach to the psychosocial work environment as well as opportunities to leverage this information to serve your communities. With the shift of Remote Work->Back to the Office->Hybrid Work->Back to Remote Work, this research could not have come at a better time! I have a special surprise when you listen until the end of this episode: The Most "bang for your buck" Psychosocial Factors that are the best place to TARGET FIRST so that you can limit confusion and get more of those sought-after results for your clients.

I have some good news, you can get a FREE Marketing eBook as a thank-you for joining the Accelerate Waitlist here.

Here's the link to the research.

Episode 091: Taking that leap of faith, interview with Niamh Pentony of Boyne Ergonomics

Thu, 06 Jan 2022 00:00:00 -0500

Today we welcome Niamh Pentony who is the Ergonomist and Director at Boyne Ergonomics. Both Niamh and I share a passion for Ergonomics and we've also both transitioned from being an employee to running our own businesses. In this episode, you'll get some real-world advice on how to make this transition as seamless as possible.

Nieve is a member of the Accelerate: The Business of Ergonomics Membership. She's an independent provider of onsite ergonomic assessments, DSE assessments, and VDU eye assessments. She is currently providing virtual home workstation assessments to comply with COVID-19 restrictions. You can connect with Niamh here https://boyneergonomics.ie/ or on her new podcast "Ergonomically Speaking...." !

This episode is brought to you by the Accelerate program. Accelerate gives you my signature process & time-saving resources to go from your city’s “best-kept secret’ to the in-demand ergonomic consultant that you’ve always dreamed of. Be the first to learn when Accelerate opens by heading to www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 090: Retainer vs. In-House Ergo Services: Where Is The Opportunity?

Thu, 25 Nov 2021 07:00:00 -0500

Welcome to the Busines of Ergonomics Podcast! Click here to sign up for the 3-part training: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/3_part_training. We've all heard of retainer fees - most notably from securing Lawyer's times, right? Well, should we as Ergonomics Consultants be looking to offer these types of agreements too so that we can better serve our clients? In today's episode, Darcie shares the opportunity of positioning our services via two methods: in-house ergo services vs. a retainer set-up. You'll learn about the benefits of each and whether or not it makes sense to you. One more thing. Be sure to head to the 3 part training series here.

Episode 089: Is the Great Resignation really a Big Deal? Wait until you hear these statistics.

Thu, 18 Nov 2021 07:00:00 -0500

We started the pandemic thinking that a major trend would be about productivity and injuries related to working from home. NOW a new trend is emerging: The Great resignation. In this episode, Darcie shares what many employers are going through right now so that we can serve them better. There are some really surprising statistics here that we as Ergonomics Consultants just have to know in order to position ourselves in the best possible light. Sign up to this FREE amazing 3-part training series here: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/3_part_training

Episode 088: Sit-stand desk? USE THIS Schedule!!!

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 07:00:00 -0500

Welcome to the Business of Ergonomics podcast. Today you'll discover the 3-parts of an effective sit-stand system. You'll also find out a really simple method to bring clarity to our clients about the amount of time they should be sitting and standing for in their workdays. One last thing, on December 2 2021, I'm hosting a 3-part LIVE training that will show you how to leverage what you know about ergonomics to bring more clients into your business. You can sign up just by heading here now: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/3_part_training

Episode 087: The Latest Sedentary Behaviour Findings

Thu, 04 Nov 2021 21:00:00 -0400

Today on the podcast I'm sharing the latest findings from the past 1.5 years of research from leading ergonomics journals. What was your favorite finding from today's podcast. To read the latest blog post, based on these webinar head here.
One more thing, sign-up to the upcoming 3-part series about ergonomics that is absolutely required to start and market your ergonomics services in a digital age.

Episode 086: RTW & Open Concept Offices, Good or Bad? Part 2 of 2

Thu, 28 Oct 2021 06:00:00 -0400

Shared workspaces (including hot-desking) is a hot topic, pun intended, especially today with returning to work with hybrid work models. There are a number of reasons why an organization may choose to go-forward with something like this. And in today's climate it has to do a lot with a less of a need to use as much space since many employees will continue to work from home, at least for part of the work week. Today's episode is the second part of a two part series about the "new normal" for office work and how to leverage this information so that our clients can perform at their best! One more thing, you can join the waitlist for: Accelerate: The Business Of Ergonomics Membership. It's The Most Comprehensive Program for Marketing & Selling Ergonomics. You can get time-saving resources developed specifically for Ergonomics Consultants so that you can focus on the most important things in your business. To learn more and be the first to be notified when enrollment opens again, please head to https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

This article is based off the research of Morrison, R. & Macky, K. (2017). The demands and resources arising from shared office spaces. Applied Ergonomics. 60, 103-115.

Episode 085: RTW & Open Concept Offices, Good or Bad? Part 1 of 2

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 07:00:00 -0400

Shared workspaces (including hot-desking) is a hot topic, pun intended, especially today with returning to work with hybrid work models. There are a number of reasons why an organization may choose to go-forward with something like this. And in today's climate it has to do a lot with a less of a need to use as much space since many employees will continue to work from home, at least for part of the work week.

Today's episode is the first part of a two part series about the "new normal" for office work and learn how to leverage this information so that our clients can perform at their best!

One more thing, you can join the waitlist for: Accelerate: The Business Of Ergonomics Membership. It's The Most Comprehensive Program for Marketing & Selling Ergonomics. You can get time-saving resources developed specifically for Ergonomics Consultants so that you can focus on the most important things in your business. To learn more and be the first to be notified when enrollment opens again, just head to www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

This article is based off the research of Morrison, R. & Macky, K. (2017). The demands and resources arising from shared office spaces. Applied Ergonomics. 60, 103-115.

Episode 084: How to Leverage an Elite Marketing System, with Zeena Dhalla

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 07:00:00 -0400

Welcome to another episode of The Business of Ergonomics Podcast! Today I'm interviewing Zeena Dhalla of Verticalign. In this episode, Zeena shares how to effectively leverage a wide-reaching modern digital marketing system that attracts and nurtures your ideal clients so that you can grow your business. This is exactly what we talk about in today's podcast: building a system that can capture leads for you 24/7 no matter if your ideal clients are professionals or corporate.

One more thing - you'll discover how Zeena has grown her Instagram to more than 20,000 subscribers. Her system is working, she's landed huge clients like Google and Microsoft. Connect with Zeena on Facebook.

I have some good news, you can get a FREE Marketing eBook as a thank-you for joining the Accelerate Waitlist here.

Episode 083: The Down-low on Armrests

Thu, 07 Oct 2021 07:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Darcie shares info to help you decide about armrests. Are they useful, or do they lead to more issues and concerns? Listen to find out! Want to find out more about how to market your services to attract more clients? Click here to find out more: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/boost

Episode 082: The Catch 22 of Getting Into, Marketing, & Profiting From Your Ergonomics Services

Thu, 16 Sep 2021 07:00:00 -0400

A catch-22 is a paradoxical situation from which an individual cannot escape because of contradictory rules or limitations. How does this relate to you getting into, marketing, and profiting from your ergonomic services? Find out by listening today! Sign up to the training here: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/3_part_training

Episode 081: Providing An In-Depth Method To Determine Sit-Stand Desk Compatibility, an Interview with Cindy Powell

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 07:00:00 -0400

Join Darcie as she interviews Cindy Powell, MPT, ATC, STS, CEAS III, AOEAS about all things ergonomics, client service, and how to really succeed as an Ergonomics Consultant. You can connect with Cindy here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cindypowell-solutions/

Cindy has worked many years in healthcare as a Physical Therapist and Athletic Trainer and became a professional educator before finding her home in the world of ergonomics. She has provided years of both virtual and on-site office and industrial ergonomic assessments, injury prevention and return to work job coaching services and has recommended accommodations to keep employees at work. Her industrial work has included food manufacturing facilities, warehouses, distribution centers, laboratories and dentistry. Cindy is enjoying her greatest passion as the owner of Cascade Ergonomics providing services to those working from home and customizing services to make them affordable and convenient for businesses.

Cindy provides a great deal of insight and value that you can provide to your clients in this episode. Lastly, to see learn more about the Accelerate Membership, just head to: www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo We're opening enrollment at the end of September!!

Episode 080: How To Reach Those Clients Who WFH

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0400

In today's episode Darcie shares why it's so important to be reaching out to our communities so that we can offer solutions! In this episode, you'll discover why there's such a BIG unaddressed need for ERGONOMIC SERVICES out there, especially as organizations are transitioning to permanent hybrid work. To learn more about the Accelerate program head to www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 079: Get The Latest Sit-Stand Research...NOW!

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 07:00:00 -0400

Want to Learn the Latest findings about Standing Desks so that you can help your clients even more? In today's episode, Darcie is sharing her latest live webinar so that you can reveal the most up-to-date and practical findings from the latest peer-reviewed research. After this episode you'll be able to share these insights with your clients: Alternative sit-stand workstation designs - that won't cost your clients A LOT of money; Is there a benefit to our client's heart rate after they start using Sit-Stand Desks, Should we provide training to improve compliance with Sit-Stand Desks, Research-backed methods to increase your clients' standing tolerance, and Should you recommend Sit-Stand-Walk interventions to your clients?

You can sign-up now with a LIVE 3-Part Ergonomics Training Series here: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/3_part_training

Episode 078: Checklists & Physiology To Get Started?

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 08:00:00 -0400

Welcome to the Business of Ergonomics Podcast. Last week a PT friend of mine shared that generally the PT industry considers ergonomics "EASY" and "SIMPLE". Heck, they have years of expertise in physiology and anatomy. But is that enough? Fun fact: NOPE, it's not. Listen to this episode as Darcie shares what you MUST do to get started with ergonomics. Let's face it- as Healthcare Professionals we NEED to have income security and ergonomics WILL help you do that especially since it's aligned with your background. Every healthcare professional MUST add ergonomics assessments to their service deliverables so that they can have the safety, security, and revenue generation to ensure that their income stays stable even in uncertain times. Get on the waitlist now for Accelerate by heading here https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 077: Your Expertise Is Not Enough...

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 07:00:00 -0400

In today's episode we're talking how important Marketing your service is with a really surprising example - bike repair. This is just the perfect example because it highlights that relying on just how amazing talented you are at ergonomics isn't the only factor that will bring in clients to your business. Let's face it, you need a fully immersive ergonomics marketing system to attract clients 24/7. Accelerate: The Business of Ergonomics shows you all the necessary steps to get started. Sign up to the waitlist so that you can be the first to be notified when enrollment opens next to Accelerate just by heading here: www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 076: How to Show up as a Passionate Ergonomics Consultant with Elsa Escobedo-Lopez

Thu, 05 Aug 2021 07:00:00 -0400

Welcome to the Business of Ergonomics Podcast! In this episode, you'll hear how Accelerate Member, Elsa Escobedo-Lopez is moving forward with her ergonomics consulting business! You'll learn insights with the ergonomics industry, upcoming trends, how to handle challenging consulting scenarios, and how Elsa shares her passion to elevate business in her community! Elsa combines her extensive expertise in Occupational Therapy with Ergonomics. She provides virtual services to office and healthcare workers in her Business at Work At Home or Onsite. To connect with Elsa on LinkedIn click here. Click here to join Elsa's Facebook group, Ergo OTs: The Optimum Fitters, and discover Elsa's Facebook page, Ergonomically Speaking for tips and to ask Elsa specific ergonomics questions. Lastly connect with Elsa with an email: elsael@wahooergoconsult.com. To get on the waitlist to the same program that Elsa is in, Accelerate, head here: www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 075: The World Economic Forum & RTW

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 07:00:00 -0400

What does the future hold for office work? As Ergonomics Consultants we want to optimize how people are working - no matter where they are working. Join Darcie as she walks you through what the latest research release from the World Economic Forum is saying about Returning-to-Work from the Covid pandemic. You'll find out the statistics about: if employees are looking forward to return to the office or if they'd rather just stay at home and if there's any differences amongst people (ie: employees with young children) with how productive they've felt over the last year. What do these trends mean to us as Ergonomics Consultants and how can we leverage LOCAL data to develop a "Business Case" for our services. This episode is sponsored by the Accelerate Program. Learn what Accelerate can do for you just by heading here: www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 074: Top Ways You Should Be Leveraging The Power Of Your Website

Thu, 22 Jul 2021 08:00:00 -0400

Today Darcie shares why and how you should be leveraging the power of your website. Do you have a webpage? Great. Are you actively collecting leads? Wait. You're not? My friend, it's a huge opportunity that EVERY Ergonomics Consultant should be leveraging to reach the MOST and help the MOST amount of people in your community. Learn the 3 simple techniques to put into play today in your website. Before that you have a very big decision to make my friend. It's who you want to serve: is it corporate / HR? Maybe it's the client at your clinic? Perhaps it's even entrepreneurs? What ever you want to choose is fine! Darcie shares why this is so important and why you want to do this BEFORE you fully develop your webpage... To sign up to the waitlist head to www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 073: The Great Resignation?

Mon, 12 Jul 2021 06:00:00 -0400

Let's dive into this idea about The Great Resignation: How employers drove workers to quit. The Great Resignation is an emerging theme from the pandemic where employees are leaving the workforce or switching jobs in droves. For many, employers have played a big part in why they're walking away.

In this episode you'll learn why the Great Resignation is useful to us as Ergonomics Consultants, how can we serve our clients better to address these concerns, and how will knowing this info help with service opportunities.

This episode is brought to you by the Accelerate program. Accelerate gives you my signature process & time-saving resources to go from your city’s “best kept secret’ to the in-demand ergonomic consultant that you’ve always dreamed of. Be the first to learn when Accelerate opens by heading to www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 072: No Cost Changes To Make In The Office (Part 2)

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 08:00:00 -0400

Welcome to another episode of the Business of Ergonomics Podcast! Today's episode is a continuation of Episode 71. So, how can we as Ergonomics Professionals help our clients the most and offer solutions to common ergonomics situations? Well I believe it's our ability to DO the actual ergonomics assessment! There's so many misconceptions about ergonomics being expensive or complex that stands in the way of us helping as many people as possible. Use these no cost solutions that I chat about today to both help clients and to share to prospects as part of your Marketing initiatives. Get some amazing freebies here about getting started marketing your services: www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 071: The Top 10 Changes To Make In The Office (Part 1)

Mon, 05 Jul 2021 07:00:00 -0400

Welcome to the Business Of Ergonomics Podcast! In today's episode you'll hear about simple and low-cost solutions to address the most common ergonomics challenges in the office. Have you heard from clients that they hesitate from ergonomics because of the cost of solutions. Use this episode as proof that effective ergonomics doesn't rely on expensive equipment to get the end result that we all desire.

Episode 070: RTW and Helping Your Clients Navigate Complex Situations

Fri, 25 Jun 2021 06:00:00 -0400

Welcome to another episode of The Business of Ergonomics podcast! Today we're talking about Ergonomics and Return-to-Work. As experts in Human Capability, Ergonomics Consultants can add-value for the employer with complex return-to-work cases, specifically with Functional Abilities and a safe process. Today's episode was inspired from this document from the Institute for Work & Health: https://iwh.on.ca/sites/iwh/files/iwh/tools/rtw_problems_guide_2009.pdf

Here's other exciting news - next week we're opening the doors to Accelerate. To learn if this program is right for you. Sign-up here to get all of the details: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 069: Functional Accommodations & Ergo

Tue, 22 Jun 2021 07:00:00 -0400

Welcome to another episode of The Business of Ergonomics podcast! In this episode we talk about Functional Accommodations... is this something that your community needs to be having? Well the foundation to all of our services that we offer is communicating it (aka marketing) so that our network, prospects, and clients know that we are offering these types of services. We're talking about the value proposition, the steps to put this in place at your client's organization and how to get your hands on a useful functional accommodation form. Accelerate opens for enrollment on June 28th 2021. To join the waitlist, head to: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 068: What Season Of Business Are You In?

Mon, 14 Jun 2021 06:00:00 -0400

Welcome to another episode of the Business of Ergonomics podcast. In today's episode Darcie is talking about Seasons of Business. This is a natural analogy that can help is navigate what aspect of business that we are currently in and where we want to go. Darcie shares what these different seasons mean - Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter and how, as business owners (and people interested in personal development!!) how we can have that sense of productivity, fulfillment, and growth and how all the work that we do and lead to the emergence of "traction" or "accomplishments" - you know hitting those goals that we desire and getting results in our business and personal lives! This is very much aligned with the Accelerate program. To join the waitlist so that you can be the first to know when enrollment officially opens on June 28th, just head here: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 067: Is Ergo and OT a match? Interview with Sarah Zera of Moxie OT

Sat, 12 Jun 2021 10:00:00 -0400

In today's episode I'm interviewing Sarah Zera of Moxie OT and the Moxie OT Podcast. We chat about the "research lag" and how to optimize this, trends in the industry to be aware of, and some client cases that will inspire you! To learn more about the Accelerate program head to www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo. To get in contact with Sarah head to Moxie OT and the Moxie OT Podcast on all social medias.

Episode 066: Start with Office Ergo... then?

Tue, 08 Jun 2021 07:00:00 -0400

Welcome to another episode of the Business of Ergonomics Podcast! Today, Darcie shares why starting just with office ergonomic assessments is an excellent way to build expertise in the field. There's so many reasons why! Find out if any of these resonates with you - either as a part-time hustle or taking your full attention, with full-time resources dedicated to fulfilling and marketing. It is an exciting time to get into this world. Next week I'm hosting a webinar all about getting into office ergonomic assessments... and how to position yourself to get the attention of the companies that you want to work with! To find out all the details, all you have to do is head here: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 065: Is This Your Next Service Deliverable?

Sat, 05 Jun 2021 13:00:00 -0400

In today's episode we're talking about your potentially new favorite service deliverable... Participatory Ergonomics! Have you heard of this before? It's when you support Businesses develop their own in-house ergonomics team, with of course the help from you. These teams can be very effective because it can accelerate change because of the cross-functional design of Participatory Ergonomics. Guess what? Darcie's signature program, Accelerate: The Business of Ergonomics opens for enrollment at the end of June 2021. To join the Waitlist so that you can be the first to know when enrollment officially opens, just head here: www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 064: Workers' Comp, OSHA, NIOSH & What This Means For Employers

Sat, 29 May 2021 10:00:00 -0400

In this episode Darcie highlights the roles of Workers' Compensation, the Occupational Safety & Health Act, and the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health. Understanding the roles and responsibilities of each of these is very useful in our Marketing and Education campaigns because simply put Employers tend to not have the time (or awareness) to fully appreciate and implement these. It also helps to promote our skillset and overall furthers our interests in providing AMAZING ergonomics services to our clients! My program Accelerate opens for enrollment June 28th 2021. To be the first to know when enrollment opens and grab some amazing freebies, just head here: www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo.

Episode 063: Get Your Clients Lasting Results With This Simple Tip

Sat, 29 May 2021 09:00:00 -0400

Welcome to this podcast where Darcie talks to you about compliance in ergonomics assessments and why it's so important (but often not talked about) to getting your clients AMAZING results. Darcie shares key indicators to success, how to position ergonomics, who to talk to in an organization, and a simple method to improve compliance to behavioural based ergonomics solutions. To get on the waitlist of the Accelerate Program, and get a FREE Standing-Desk Equipment Training, head here: www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 062: How To Keep Clients Happy, with Customer Experience Expert, Matthew Hopper

Thu, 27 May 2021 08:00:00 -0400

Welcome to Episode 61 of the Business of Ergonomics Podcast! Today's a very special episode because Matthew Hopper is our guest. Matt's a Customer Experience Expert and today he'll be sharing the value of client retention and why it's never been as important as it is today. By listening to today's episode you'll get major insights on how to position your company to win long-term clients, pricing your services strategies, networking and relationship development tips, and simple ways to give that extra value (that doesn't COST you anything) to your customers. You don't want to miss this one! You can connect with Matt here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewthopper/ To discover how other Healthcare and Ergonomics professionals are leveraging their experience to bring more clients into their ergonomics services, you can head here: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 061: Measuring Mental Workload

Sat, 22 May 2021 09:00:00 -0400

In today's episode Darcie shares the foundation of mental workload evaluation and 3 of the most popular tools to use. If you're a more visual reader, head to the blog to see the mental workload graphic in detail here: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/blog/mental-workload-its-foundation-and-measurement Be the first to be notified when Accelerate opens for enrollment next, just head to www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 060: Reducing The Risk of MMH Overexertion

Tue, 18 May 2021 09:00:00 -0400

In this episode Darcie shares tips that she's used during ergonomic risk assessments for industry. These can give you insight if you're considering adding this to your services! Join the waitlist to Accelerate now just by heading to www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 059: General Principles of Seat Design

Tue, 18 May 2021 08:00:00 -0400

Today Darcie shares the general principles of seat design. Listen today to find out why lumbar lordosis should be one of your top priorities when recommending chairs to our clients, why minimizing disc pressure is so important, and why we want to look for minimizing the static loading of the back muscles. Not only that, Darcie dives into some of those "trendy" active sitting chairs and whether or not they are "all that and a bag of chips". Don't forget to sign-up for the waitlist to get those amazing bonuses: www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 058: How To Get True Transformation & Lasting Growth, with Angela MacDonald MBA, CPA, CMA

Sun, 16 May 2021 10:00:00 -0400

I’m so excited to be bringing Angela MacDonald on today’s podcast. Angela combines her business and accounting background to help small businesses grow to the next level. From her experience in corporate finance, managing multi-million dollar projects and being senior management responsible for a ten million dollar budget, financial reporting, budget management, forecasting and strategic planning. Today Angela is going to share a holistic approach to analyzing, assessing and advising a business is the way to true transformation and lasting growth. To learn more about what Angela does, head to https://www.angelamacdonald.com/, you can reach her via email at: info@angelamacdonald.com or Facebook: @angelamacdonaldconsulting

Episode 057: Use This Simple Sales Tip

Sun, 16 May 2021 08:00:00 -0400

Welcome to another episode of the business of ergonomics podcast! In today's episode I'm sharing a simple sales tip that I've found to be oh-so-useful. You can listen and put these into play the next time you chat with a prospect or want to close one of your amazing ergonomics offers. In other news Accelerate opens for enrollment at the end of June 2021. To join the waitlist head here: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 056: Other "Non-Ergonomics" Services You Can Offer (Part 2)

Sat, 08 May 2021 09:00:00 -0400

Welcome to Part 2 of the Other "Non-Ergonomic" Services You Can Offer. If you haven't yet caught the episode about the Client Journey related to the types of services available, be sure to check that out. In this episode Darcie shares the specifics of Functional Capacities Evaluation, Physical Demands Analysis, Job Matches, Accommodations, and Post Offer Employment Tests. These services, not ergonomic in nature, are still aligned with our skills as healthcare professionals as that we understand physical functionality and making objective measurements. As so this can be a revenue generating activity that moves the Client Journey forward so that eventually ergonomic services can be offered when appropriate. Discover how other Healthcare Professionals and Ergonomics Consultants are growing their businesses and adding value to their communities here: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 055: Other "Non-Ergonomics" Services You Can Offer (Part 1)

Sat, 08 May 2021 06:00:00 -0400

Ergonomics has traditionally been thought of ONLY identifying the risk and making modifications to that job. Not what that person is or isn’t capable of. And I think that there’s immense value in that. What I want to talk about today is the customer journey. Our potential customers can be in various stages of readiness for our services. Sometimes before they are ready of office or industrial ergonomic assessments, they first must “put out the fires” with Return to Work, Workers’ Compensation or other Employee Management Issues.

Often solving certain challenges in the more physical aspect of work will open up the possibility of more office ergonomic assessments. To find out how other Ergonomics Consultants and Healthcare Professionals are getting into and growing their ergonomics consultancy, head here now: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 054: Why Start Before You're Ready

Sun, 02 May 2021 12:00:00 -0400

Welcome to another episode of the Business of Ergonomics Podcast. In this episode we talk about how school sets you up to be an employee, not how to effectively build and grow an ergonomics consulting business. Darcie also shares what she's noticed successful Ergonomics Consultants are doing - "success leaves clues". To find out how others are getting started with ergonomics head here: www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 053: Interview with Sandi Danilowitz, Ergonomics Consultant

Sat, 01 May 2021 14:00:00 -0400

In today's episode Darcie is speaking with Sandi Danilowitz of The Health Engine. Sandi has been in the health and wellness industry for almost 20 years. We chat about the various types of services that you could be offering clients, how she got started in ergonomics, and what the future trends are for the industry. You can reach Sandi here: sandi@thehealthengine.com. Discover how Sandi and other ergonomics consultants are finding new clients and building an ergonomics business of their dreams: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 052: Safety Law

Sun, 18 Apr 2021 14:00:00 -0400

Whether you are self-employed or work within a large organization, in order to be fully booked it's essential to know how to communicate the VALUE of your services to both prospects and clients alike. Ergonomics professionals have really useful methods to help clients in a variety of ways - including health, safety, productivity, morale, etc. However, effectively communicating this in a manner that strikes a cord with your clients is the key. So let's dive into an angle to help you communicate your deliverables. No matter where you are in this world, Occupational Safety Law will apply to ergonomics and although it may not be directly identified in legislation, employers still do have a legal obligation to protect all of their employers from any workplace hazard. To find out more about the Accelerate program head to: www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 051: A Useful Break Strategy For The Office

Sun, 18 Apr 2021 14:00:00 -0400

There's a long established link between the highest reported discomfort and the most sedentary positions. Did you know that those who work in office jobs usually reported more discomfort when compared to other jobs that are more physically active? Wow! One way you can limit discomfort is to limit the amount of prolonged sedentary activity by incorporating some movement into the day. Listen to this episode to find out the 4-step process for an extremely useful strategy that any office can easily incorporate. If you are interested in learning how to do office ergonomic assessments or how to expand the reach of your ergonomic services just head here: www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 050: Ergo Equipment for Client Emergencies

Sun, 18 Apr 2021 13:00:00 -0400

In the world of compensable and non-compensable injuries, a game-changer has been to have suitable adaptive equipment at the workplace. In this episode, Darcie shares the top-3 types of ergonomic adaptive equipment that all organizations should have on hand in case an injury were to happen. Listen to find out what you should be sharing with your clients and how this could be another value-added service that you can be offering. You can join the waitlist for the next time that Accelerate: The Business of Ergonomics program opens just by heading to: www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo now!

Episode 049: How To Optimize Scheduling

Sun, 18 Apr 2021 13:00:00 -0400

In this episode Darcie shares a productivity hack that will add heaps of value to your week. Find out if you are at risk for "context switching" and if it means that you are losing productive time. There's a really simple solution that you can get started with today! If you're interested in getting into ergonomic assessments or growing your ergonomics consultancy, head here: www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 048: A Holistic Approach To Determine Priority

Sun, 18 Apr 2021 12:00:00 -0400

As Ergonomics Consultants, a common misconception is that ergonomics is too expensive and the equipment that has to be purchased will be outside the organization's budget. Today I want to share with you a simple approach that builds on top of regular employee surveying of discomfort in order to identify who needs an ergonomic intervention. The system that I'm going to share with you is based on 3 types of variables: whether a MSD is present, whether there is worker discomfort, and whether there is other ergonomic risk factors at the workstation. From identifying these variables in the workplace gives us 5 different priority levels. This process is incredibly useful for gaining buy-in from workplaces who are apprehensive about the cost of ergonomics interventions. To discover how other HCPs are getting into ergonomics and building a business they love you can head here: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 047: Niching Down?

Sun, 11 Apr 2021 14:00:00 -0400

“If you’re talking to everyone, you’re talking to no one”. This is probably the most famous quote in the marketing world. How does it relate to marketing your ergonomics services? When I first heard it, it blew my mind…but I still didn’t quite understand how it related to ergonomics. Listen to this episode to find out why niching down is so important to your business. Want to learn more about the Accelerate: Business of Ergonomics Program? The next time I'm opening enrollment is at the end of June 2021. You can join the waitlist here: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 046: Value Ladder

Sun, 11 Apr 2021 13:00:00 -0400

Have you ever thought that you have to be an “expert” marketer or go to school to get an MBA before you can grow your services? Have you ever said to yourself that “I just want to focus on doing ergonomics” not to market my services. I know because I was there too. And what I want to talk about is how just doing this simple re-frame actually allows you to do better services to your clients because you know exactly what they need and want. What I want to talk about in this episode won’t require you to do any sleazy techniques. It’s a reframe on how to think about what we offer and a way for us to move our customers forward from a “one and done” to a mutually beneficial and long-term relationship. Discover how other Healthcare Professionals are building their ergonomics business by heading to: www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 045: Use this strategy to attract more clients

Mon, 05 Apr 2021 19:00:00 -0400

In this episode you'll learn how to leverage the power of promotions into your offers! Darcie shares about urgency, scarcity, features vs benefits of your services, and how to position your services on a value ascension or value ladder. You'll have to hold on to the very last minute because Darcie shares the 3 part system on how to incorporate all these 3 things together into something that is clear and simple. To discover how other healthcare professionals are adding ergonomics services that are in demand head here: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 044: Interview with Camille Fraser of ErgoMania

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 16:00:00 -0400

Welcome to another episode of The Business of Ergonomics Podcast! In today's episode, Darcie chats with Camille Fraser, founder of ErgoMania. Camille's company aims to give you the best tools you need to make an informed decision when it comes to your physical health at the office. You can contact her at https://myergomania.com/. To sign-up to get on the waitlist for when I open enrollment to Accelerate head to: www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 043: Office or Industrial Ergonomics

Sun, 14 Mar 2021 13:00:00 -0400

In this episode Darcie shares the Pros and Cons of getting into office ergonomic assessments versus industrial ergonomic assessments. Find out which is better for you to get started in. Find out how one can support the other. Whether or not you choose office or industrial ergonomics, you can find out what they both have in common. Discover how other HCPs are getting started and profiting with office ergo assessments here: www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 042: Are Ergo Courses Wrong?

Sun, 14 Mar 2021 12:00:00 -0400

In this episode Darcie shares what types of outcomes come out of typical ergonomics courses and what's needed for the modern ergonomics consultant to succeed. The New Accelerate program opens for enrollment on March 29th. Be sure to sign-up to the waitlist so that you can get first access to enrollment as well as Free Trainings occurring on March 24-27th.

Episode 041: Is Certification Over-rated?

Sun, 07 Mar 2021 13:00:00 -0500

In this episode Darcie dives into the misconceptions surrounding certification in the ergonomics industry today. Darcie clarifies commonly held beliefs that are standing between many healthcare professionals and getting started serving their clients with valuable ergonomics initiatives. Instead of focussing just on the certification, find out what the real value of what successful ergonomics consultants are doing in their practice. To sign up for the March 2021 Free Training head to www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 040 - Which is better, a stability ball or a chair?

Sun, 07 Mar 2021 12:00:00 -0500

Welcome to another episode of the Business of Ergonomics podcast! In this episode Darcie shares what the research says about what's better for our client's health. To learn how other HCPs are building an ergonomics business of their dreams head here: www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo
Articles:
1) https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16696264/
2) https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16410033/
3) https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18508028/
4) https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1924654/

Episode 039 - These 4 Steps For A Marketing Self-Assessment

Sun, 07 Mar 2021 12:00:00 -0500

Welcome to another episode of the Business of Ergonomics Podcast! In this episode Darcie shares why a marketing self-assessment is absolutely required as business owners in this day-and age. Find out where the opportunities are in your business and craft a plan to take you there. At the end of March 2021, we'll be opening enrollment to our popular Accelerate program. To get on the waitlist now head to www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 038: Why Ergonomics is Recession-Proof

Sun, 07 Mar 2021 11:00:00 -0500

Welcome to another episode of the Business of Ergonomics Podcast. In today's episode Darcie shares what sets ergonomics apart from other industries however how this requires a sophistication in your marketing campaigns. Don't forget we're opening enrollment to Accelerate: Business of Ergonomics program at the end of March 2021. If you'd like to learn more about the program and how other HCPs are building a practice of their dreams head here: www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 037 - Use This Strategy to Help Your Clients with Decisions

Sun, 07 Mar 2021 11:00:00 -0500

Welcome to another episode of the Business of Ergonomics Podcast! In this episode, Darcie shares a method to encourage your clients to want to work with you, by handling a common objection - will this work for me? Darcie shares a strategy to use this as part of your marketing that involves setting up an Ergonomic Showroom. At the end of March 2021 Darcie will be opening her very popular program called Accelerate: The Business of Ergonomics. Aspiring ergonomics consultants and seasoned pro's alike are able to join a community, learn modern marketing technique to build a business the love. To learn more head to www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo now!

Episode 036: Sitting or Standing?

Tue, 02 Mar 2021 06:00:00 -0500

In this episode Darcie shares insights about 3 types of sit stand desks - fully automated, fully standing and desk converters. She shares the insights of the "sitting is the next smoking" craze that occurred about a decade ago and whether or not this is good for the industry. The Accelerate: The Business Of Ergonomics program opens for enrollment at the end of March 2021. This enrollment only opens 4 times per year so if you are interested in seeing if this is a good match for you be sure to head to this link: www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 035: Injury Stats of WFH

Sun, 28 Feb 2021 15:00:00 -0500

In this episode Darcie shares the emerging statistics of working from home. These statistics are surprising and highlight the need that employers have about ergonomics today . To learn how other Healthcare Professionals are growing their ergonomics business head to www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 034: How To Start A Profitable Ergo Biz

Thu, 25 Feb 2021 05:00:00 -0500

In this episode Darcie shares a 4 step system to set the foundation for a successful and profitable ergonomics consulting business. This episode is important no matter if you are looking to set this up as just a service you offer in addition to your normal job requirements OR if you want to do this as a full-time business. You'll learn how to select your services, why figuring out who you serve is a key first step, pricing principles and marketing strategies that attract your ideal client. All this in my program called Accelerate that will be opening at the end of March 2021.

Episode 033: Why Low Prices Don't Work

Mon, 22 Feb 2021 05:00:00 -0500

Have you ever thought to yourself: "there's other competition in my city so I have to charge the lowest amount to attract paying customers"? If so, this episode is for you! We're talking about the extremely common misconception in the ergonomics field that our clients will only value what we do with low prices. Discover the 3 reasons why under-billing your competitors is over-rated. To learn more how other HCPs are getting started with office ergonomic assessments click here: www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 032: Do you need a website to get clients?

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 06:00:00 -0500

What came first: the chicken or egg? From our perspective was it the “fully-booked” ergonomics business or a fancy website? Find out what you truly need to get started, how to build up the marketing foundation to your business, and then how to get traction on this. By the end of this episode you'll learn to leverage the various outlets that we have available to us and how to leverage them to convert our prospects into long-term clients.

Episode 031: Stretching & Ergonomics

Sun, 14 Feb 2021 15:00:00 -0500

Do you use stretching as part of your ergo solutions to clients? For some, it may be considered a low cost or harmless solution to enhance health and wellness and even prevent injury. In today’s episode I’m going to be looking at literature and statistics to give us a clear answer if we as professionals should be recommending stretches as part of our ergonomics interventions. To learn how other HCPs are getting into ergonomics all you have to do is head here: www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 030: Should you be using Doctor's notes?

Sun, 07 Feb 2021 10:00:00 -0500

Welcome to the Business of Ergonomics podcast! In today's episode Darcie answers the question: "Is it best practice/usual when completing an ergonomics assessment to try and access the client's doctor's report on the injury they are experiencing (if they have sought medical assessment that is). I ask as its usual practice within OT to have access to medical records which can be used to help guide intervention." Find out the 4 things to consider in this situation. To learn how other HCPs are getting into ergonomics all you have to do is head here: www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 029: Getting it "OK" or Getting it "Perfect"?

Sun, 07 Feb 2021 07:00:00 -0500

In today's episode of the Business of Ergonomics Podcast, Darcie shares counter-intuitive advice on the best way to get experience doing office ergonomic assessments. This is something that she's noticed her successful members are doing to get faster results. You can find out to, just head to www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo to find out how.

Episode 028: What Is The Most Common Ergonomic Solution?

Sun, 31 Jan 2021 12:00:00 -0500

In this episode Darcie is answering the question to what is the most common ergonomic solution is. Darcie breaks down what type of due diligence is required from you prior to making solutions and what it's something that you simply can't ignore. After Darcie shares how to go about ensuring you're making the most high impact and low costs solutions to your clients. To learn more about how you can get started with office ergonomics assessments head to: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 027: Safety & Ergonomics. Is there an Ergonomics Law?

Sun, 31 Jan 2021 11:00:00 -0500

Welcome to another episode of The Business of Ergonomics Podcast! In this question Darcie will be answering the age-old question of: Is there an Ergonomic Legislation that we can leverage to find more clients in our Ergonomics Business. Listen to find out how ergonomics fits with Occupational Health and Safety Law, how to position it to employers, as well as the 7-steps to determine if an organization is compliant with OSHA. To find out how other Healthcare Professionals are getting started with office ergonomic assessments, head here right away: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 026: "Can't I just search the solution myself?"

Sun, 24 Jan 2021 06:00:00 -0500

Welcome to the Business of Ergonomics Podcast. In this episode I'm sharing a very common belief from students of my EBP and Accelerate programs. It's that why would my potential clients need help if they can just search the information themselves online? Wow! I dive into some major blindspots that you should be considering if you've ever thought that your clients can just sort out their ergonomics themselves. To learn more about how other Healthcare Professionals are getting into office ergonomic assessments head here: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 025: Is RSI Day The Perfect Opportunity to Promote Your Services?

Sun, 24 Jan 2021 06:00:00 -0500

Welcome to another episode of the Business Of Ergonomics Podcast! In this episode I share the opportunity of International Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) day. Ironically it is the most "non-repetitive" day of the year, and it doesn't technically even exist in 2021. So, have I peaked your interest? How can we as Ergonomics Professionals market something that doesn't even exist. Well, there my friends lies the opportunity. Check out the full episode to find out how! To find out how other Healthcare Professionals are adding office ergonomic assessments to their career, head here: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 024: Why We Use Thresholds Of Risk

Sun, 24 Jan 2021 05:00:00 -0500

In this episode we talk about why we want to use thresholds of ergonomic risk in our approach. Ergonomic risk is defined as any factors that reduce the strength of body parts will increase the risk of injury. As Consultants, we want a fast, effective, and repeatable method to do this. Find out why I believe ergonomics is very much a top-secret profession and even though we have this "unknown" factor in what we do professionally, I want to share how we can still avoid the various shades of grey whenever we do office ergonomic assessments. Check out my FREE Masterclass on how the 7 Elements that you need for every office ergonomic assessment here: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 023: Marketing: Why It Can Take Longer Than You Thought

Sun, 24 Jan 2021 05:00:00 -0500

Welcome to another episode of the Business of Ergonomics Podcast. Today we're talking about why marketing seems like it can take so much time to work. You'll learn about organic vs paid traffic, how this relates to the content you produce, the two silos approach to marketing your services, and finally you'll learn about the sophistication of your market. To learn more how other Healthcare Professionals are getting into office ergonomic assessments head to https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 022: Is Ergonomics Wellness or Profit Driven?

Sun, 17 Jan 2021 06:00:00 -0500

Welcome to the Business of Ergonomics Podcast! In this episode Darcie explains a strategy that encourages MORE ACTION from clients and prospects - do you think it has to do with positioning ergonomics as a wellness-driven or profit-driven activity? You'll have to listen to find out! Hint: it's not what you think! To learn more how you can get started with office ergonomic assessments, head to www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 021: The Art & Science of Discomfort Surveys

Sun, 17 Jan 2021 05:00:00 -0500

Welcome to the Business of Ergonomics Podcast! In this episode Darcie shares how to streamline your assessment process with Discomfort Surveys. In this episode you'll learn the process of Discomfort Surveys, why Darcie thinks every ergonomics consultant should incorporate ergonomics assessments into their business, and how you can even use this as a method to generate new services! To learn more about the Ergonomic Blueprint and how you can get started with ergonomics assessments today, just head here: www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 020: Online Marketing Techniques

Sun, 17 Jan 2021 05:00:00 -0500

In this episode, Darcie shares with you how to build a "machine" that will work 24/7 for you to generate leads and sales for your ergonomics consulting biz. If you want the exact "how-to", look no further than this episode. You'll learn all the details to power your machine including Content, Platform, Opt-in, and Emails. All of this is from a training from the Accelerate program, if you're interested in learning more contact us at support@ergonomicshelp.com!

Episode 019: Does "average" exist? How we recommend equipment

Thu, 14 Jan 2021 05:00:00 -0500

Have you ever walked into an office and noticed that every person is using the same type of chair? One of the biggest misconceptions that I hear from employers about ergonomics is "one chair fits all". In this episode Darcie shares a strategy that I've used to ensure that the employer purchases the correct equipment for their staff without breaking the budget or needing to return uncomfortable equipment. Darcie gives actionable tips so that you can offer this type of consultation to your clients today! Head to www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo to get started today.

Episode 018: What Does A Modern Ergonomic Consultant Look Like?

Sun, 10 Jan 2021 07:00:00 -0500

In this episode Darcie shares what the focus of ergonomics professionals can be in the future! She shares some ninja-hacks how you can get started without being "certified" and share an unusual perspective on how to offer solutions to organizations. You can get started today by learning the 7-step framework for effective ergonomics assessments: www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 017: Why You Don't Want To Rely On Office Assessments Alone

Wed, 06 Jan 2021 11:00:00 -0500

Whether you're adding ergonomics as a side hustle or you're doing ergonomic assessments, consultations, and training on a full-time basis you might find it difficult to resist the urge to deliver office ergonomic assessments to an entire office population. After all, these types of assessments can bring in a lot of revenue for you. However, as ergonomics professionals it begs the question if this is the best way to serve our customers. Is there a way to leverage our expertise in ergonomics to create an even larger impact? To learn how to get started with office ergonomic assessments you can watch this FREE training: www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 016: Should Marketing Be Left For The Experts?

Sat, 07 Nov 2020 12:00:00 -0500

Successful Ergonomics Professionals realize that they must share the benefits of ergonomics and form relationships or their messaging (and services) can fall short. If you are considering adding marketing to your services, you definitely want to check out this episode! To learn more about ergonomicsHelp Marketing program, Accelerate, head here: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/biz

Episode 015: International Ergonomics Month

Sat, 24 Oct 2020 07:00:00 -0400

Welcome to International Ergonomics Month! In this episode I share why this is important, the commonalities that I see with those doing ergonomics professionally (and this makes me so passionate!) and lastly what it takes for you to get there - whether it's to grow your ergonomics consultancy or get started in the industry! To join my Facebook group that I chatted about in this episode, just head to: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ErgoHelpGroup/

Episode 014: Interview with Marla Gold

Sun, 18 Oct 2020 05:00:00 -0400

Join me in this episode where I chatted to Marla Gold of Gold Wellness. This was such a great episode that I just know that you will enjoy because it represents the potential and opportunity of what office ergonomic assessments can do for our business. Marla has more than 20 years in holistic health and fitness and she shares this experience with us today. We dive into here background, what the EBP has allowed her to do, and one of her unique service offerings.

Episode 013: Interview with Ben Zavitz, CPE

Mon, 05 Oct 2020 05:00:00 -0400

I'm excited to share this interview I did with Ben Zavitz. Ben is a Board Certified Professional Ergonomist (CPE) and President and Chief Ergonomist for Human Performance LLC, a firm he started that utilizes advanced technologies and methods (wearable technology), and custom-designed solutions to help companies improve occupational health and safety, minimize risks and losses, and optimize operational efficiency. We're talking about all things ergonomics and I'm excited for you to catch this episode. To contact Ben you can head to his company's website: https://ergohpllc.com/

Episode 012: An overlooked service offering

Mon, 28 Sep 2020 07:00:00 -0400

Have you ever thought to yourself that there is so much opportunity for us as Ergonomics Professionals yet there's this gap that exists... between where you are now to where you want to be? Well, my friends look no further than this episode. I'm going to be sharing one simple yet very effective opportunity to provide value to clients.... and it's through Functional Accommodation! This is an additional service that effortlessly combines with one-on-one ergonomic assessments and ergonomic training. There's a huge opportunity in this service... after all as a direct result of this offering you'll be reducing Workers' Compensation fees in additional to other direct and indirect costs associated with injury at work. Learn the 4 types of accommodations that you can use in these situations. Interested in more snazzy ways to optimize your ergonomics practice? Then be sure to sign up to the Ergonomics Accelerator waitlist here: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/biz

Episode 011: Interview with Phumla Motsa

Sun, 20 Sep 2020 04:00:00 -0400

Today I'm talking to Phumla Motsa, an Occupational Therapist. Only a couple of months ago did Phumla graduate from the Ergonomics Blueprint Course. Since then Phumla has made moves forward in her ergonomics services, all the details we talk about in this podcast. To get in contact with Phumla you can head to her website, www.work-link.co.za

Episode 010: Are you managing workstation glare for clients?

Thu, 27 Aug 2020 06:00:00 -0400

To grab the free download all about how to identify workstation glare for your clients head here: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/blog/glare. In this episode, Darcie shares why it's so important to be identifying if workstation glare is a concern for every ergonomics assessment that you do - whether if it's online or in person! She gets into the types of workstation glare, how to test if glare is a concern, how to directly observe workstation glare, and then how to make the BEST solutions to your clients.

Episode 009: Affinity Marketing, the secret ninja-hack to your ergonomics business?

Tue, 04 Aug 2020 23:00:00 -0400

Welcome to another episode to the Business of Ergonomics Podcast. In today's episode I'm sharing a really useful YET counter-intuitive approach to win new clients to your ergonomics business that doesn't involve cold-calling. To join the Waitlist to Accelerate, click here: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/accelerate-wl

Episode 008: Are these 5 Marketing Mistakes holding you back in your business?

Tue, 07 Jul 2020 20:00:00 -0400

Could there be something that's standing between you and helping as many clients as you possibly can?

For many ergonomics consultants, what stands between them and helping as many people as possible is:

...MARKETING.

If you've ever:

Dreaded the idea of cold calling clients.
Wished that you had a script
Wondered how about you go about landing clients that you love working with.

Then this episode is for you... I'm going to share with you the BIGGEST Misconceptions about Marketing Your Ergonomics Services.

To learn more about Marketing your business, be sure to head here: https://www.ergonomicshelp.com/accelerate-wl

Episode 007: Do these 4 things to get ahead in your ergonomics business

Wed, 24 Jun 2020 23:00:00 -0400

Do any of these resonate with you:

You want an exciting, fulfilling, and profitable career that makes you the ‘go-to’ expert in your city with an amazing reputation. Not only do you offer amazing care for injuries, but you also offer amazing prevention and proactive services too. Imagine treating your client’s injury and then going to their workplace to identify what caused it in the first place.
You are such an in-demand professional and there’s are so many clients who want your help that you need a waitlist.
On top of all of this, you have the freedom and security to have multiple income streams with all your services being aligned with your expertise and experience. You don't have to rely just on insurance reimbursements (that always seem to be diminishing) to get by.

I truly believe that it's still has never been a better time to get started with office ergonomic assessments. Not only is this an in-demand service, but having an understanding in the ergonomics process allows you to easily pivot to performing remote ergonomic assessments, trainings, and consultations.

There really is so much potential to the ergonomics profession, whether you want to add another income stream to your career or you want to spend 100% of your time with office ergonomic services.

In this episode you'll get the 4 things to get what you want with ergonomics!

Episode 006: The top 6 reasons why it's never been a better time to learn ergo

Mon, 04 May 2020 20:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Darcie shares insights that you MUST consider if you've ever thought about getting into the ergonomics industry. I'm going to share with you the top 6 Reasons that I believe that it's never been a better time to get into office ergonomic assessments, consultations, and trainings. If you are interested in moving forward with office ergonomic assessments you can find out more here: www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 005: Making a career out of ergonomics

Mon, 04 May 2020 20:00:00 -0400

Are you interested in learning more about ergonomics as a career? Then you definitely want to check out this episode where Darcie shares the ins and outs of the ergonomics industry. To learn more about ergonomics and see if it's right for you, right now, check out: www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo

Episode 004: All about remote ergonomics assessments

Mon, 04 May 2020 19:00:00 -0400

In this episode Darcie shares the value proposition with remote ergonomics assessments. To learn more check out this free training: www.ergonomicshelp.com/remote

Episode 003: Do you need to be Certified to start?

Mon, 04 May 2020 19:00:00 -0400

In this episode I share one of the biggest questions that I get as a Coach. It's that "do you really need to be certified to start doing ergonomics assessments?". What you learn in this episode you might find surprising, but I hope it encourages you to take action towards your goal! Check out www.ergonomicshelp.com/learn-ergo to discover if ergonomics assessments is aligned with where you're at in your business right now!

Episode 002: Do this for BIGGER results

Mon, 04 May 2020 19:00:00 -0400

In this episode I'm talking how to get down to your clients' REAL needs, wants and desires. If we can serve them from this place where we can offer the most effective and valuable ergonomic services, this can change the gam for us - either if you run your own business or if you are an in-house ergonomics specialist. Listen because I'm going to share with you a strategy that I've used to change one service clients to multiple service clients!

Episode 001: Why I started this podcast

Sun, 03 May 2020 20:00:00 -0400

Thanks for stopping by. In this episode shares with you what to expect with this podcast.