In this episode, Emily sits down with Irina Chun, a dedicated mobile speech pathologist and the founder of Bambi Bags. Based on the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Irina provides speech therapy services to individuals of all ages and abilities, meeting clients wherever they need support—whether at home, school, daycare, or within the community.Beyond her work in speech pathology, Irina shares how her own struggles as a mobile therapist inspired her to create the perfect work bag. Constantly carrying therapy resources, folders, digital devices, and personal essentials, she realized there was no stylish yet functional bag that met her needs—so she decided to design one herself. In September 2023, Bambi Bags was born. Every detail—from fabric choice and hardware to size and handle length—was carefully designed and tested to meet the real-world demands of allied health professionals and other busy professionals on the go.What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Irina’s journey as a mobile speech pathologist and entrepreneurHow she turned a personal challenge into a thriving businessThe process behind designing and launching Bambi BagsLessons learned from balancing speech pathology and business ownershipAdvice for speechies and professionals thinking about starting their own ventureKey Takeaways: Being a speech pathologist doesn’t mean you can’t be an entrepreneur—if you see a gap in the market, go for it!Designing a product isn’t just about aesthetics; functionality and real-world testing are key.Taking the leap into business is scary, but perseverance and community support make all the difference. Whether you’re in speech pathology or any other profession, finding ways to channel your creativity can be fulfilling and rewarding.Special Offer for Podcast Listeners: Enjoy an exclusive 15% off storewide at Bambi Bags, including the imperfect collection! Use code MTT15 at checkout. Offer valid from March 17 to March 31.Stay Connected with Irina & Bambi Bags:🌐 Website: bambibags.com📸 Instagram: @bambi.bags.auStay Connected with Move.Talk.ThriveIf you found this episode insightful, please subscribe to the podcast, leave a review, and share it with your community. Together, we can create healthier, thriving workplaces!Connect With Us:Lizzy DawsonWebsite: www.lizzydawson.com.auInstagram:www.instagram.com/lizzydawson_ Emily MackieWebsite: emilymackie.com.auInstagram:  instagram.com/emilymackie.speechieFollow us on Instagram: @movetalkthrive Youtube:  www.youtube.com/@Move.Talk.Thrive

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