In this episode, I am chatting with Ananda Lowe, owner of the Boston Doula Circle agency, about her journey of transitioning from a solo doula practice to an agency model.
First we discuss the benefits of buying an established agency versus starting from scratch and then go into detail about the importance of organization and putting together the right team. It's crucial to focus, of course, on doula skills, but also recognize what other things they can bring into your agency. Building your admin team from within, most times, makes the most sense.
Next we go into the challenges of rebranding and navigating the business purchase process. Ananda shares her experiences and insights on agency ownership, emphasizing the need for effective communication within the business and the value of working with a variety of professionals to get the results your looking for... the ones that align and represent your brand exactly the way you envision.
A recurring theme in this conversation is the importance of building a close network of trusted people that understand and support the nuances of agency ownership. Throughout the episode we also touch on the financial health of our businesses and why you can never lose sight of knowing your worth as the owner.
You can find Ananda here:
AGENCY: https://www.bostondoulacircle.com/
SOCIAL: @bostondoulacircle
YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@bostondoulacircle2028
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