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.

Discover How to Add Office Ergonomics Assessments to Your Practice and Charge $300-$1,000+ per Client. Click here to save your seat for this FREE training: https://ergonomicshelp.com/ergo-webinar/

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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

Discover How to Add Office Ergonomics Assessments to Your Practice and Charge $300-$1,000+ per Client. Click here to save your seat for this FREE training: https://ergonomicshelp.com/ergo-webinar/

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 

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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 

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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 

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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 

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