Building a 7-Figure Mental Health Business with Megan Rafuse of Shift Collab

She's Interesting with Rashel Hariri

Join host Rashel Hariri for an inspiring conversation with Megan Rafuse, CEO and Co-Founder of Shift Collab, Canada’s largest online mental health practice, which is female- and clinician-owned. We explore the intersections of mental health, entrepreneurship, and personal growth. Megan shares her journey from Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist to trailblazing entrepreneur in the mental health industry. With over 13 years of experience, Megan talks about the motivations and challenges behind founding Shift Collab and how she has successfully grown the practice into a go-to resource for mental healthcare. In this episode, we cover: (2:51) The inception of Shift Collab: Megan’s journey from losing her mother to founding a mental health business dedicated to providing quality, relatable care. (7:27) Committing fully to her vision: How Megan went all in on Shift Collab and built a self-funded clinic. (12:07) Expert advice: Megan shares strategies for managing ADHD while running a successful business. (17:19) Integrating personal and professional life: Megan discusses the decision to include her life partner in the business. (19:22) Defining roles and discovering strengths: Tips for working effectively with a life partner and finding your zone of genius. (24:39) Scaling to success: Insights on growing Shift Collab into a 7-figure business and setting up the right resources and plans. (30:22) Strategic planning: The importance of setting quarterly targets and the benefits of outsourcing to a fractional CFO. (34:10) Mental health for founders: Recognizing and addressing "compare and despair" moments to reduce anxiety and depression. Let’s Keep In Touch: Newsletter:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://shesinteresting-newsletter.beehiiv.com/ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@shesinterestingpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@shesinterestingpodcast⁠ ⁠ Website:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠shesinteresting.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shes-interesting-podcast For support with your mental health, reach out to Shift Collab at www.shiftcollab.com Music Credits Intro music: Lifeline by Kaleido Studio Partner: CreatorClub in Toronto