EP 086 From Idea to Execution: What It Takes to Start and Keep Building

About this episode

Dr. Tomi Atunrase discusses her journey from hospital work to entrepreneurship, sharing insights on overcoming challenges and building a successful practice.

On this episode of the LollieTasking Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Tomi Atunrase, a doctor of physical therapy, entrepreneur, and founder of multiple clinics who is building impact across healthcare and community education. Dr. Tomi shares her journey from working in a hospital system where growth felt limited to stepping into entrepreneurship and building her own practice. She opens up about the moments of doubt, the decisions that required courage, and how taking small steps led to bigger opportunities over time. Together, we explore what it really takes to move from idea to execution, including why waiting for the perfect plan can keep you stuck, how starting small creates room for growth, and the importance of taking action even when fear is present. We also talk about the realities of building a business, from financial uncertainty to leadership challenges, and why having the right support system, whether through family, community, or outsourcing, is essential for sustainability and long term success. Dr. Tomi also shares how she built The Health Hub with Dr. T, a platform designed to connect people with trusted experts, and why creating spaces for accurate information and…

People in this episode

Host: Dr. Lola Day

Guest: Dr. Tomi Atunrase

Topics covered

• entrepreneurship
• healthcare
• community education
• business building
• overcoming fear
• support systems

Keywords

• entrepreneurship
• healthcare
• business challenges
• community support
• leadership
• personal growth

Sponsors

AfriVAHub.com

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: The Health Hub with Dr. T

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