In this solo episode, Laura shares powerful updates from Nurse Life Coach Academy, including enrolling 150 students in just 10 months and why the movement of nurse coaching is gaining major traction in healthcare, organizations, and private practice.

You’ll hear why NLCA grads are standing out from the crowd, what transformational coaching really looks like, and how this path is not just about transactional health goals—but deep personal change. Laura also names the five most common barriers holding nurses back from taking the leap and how to overcome them.

Whether you're curious about becoming a nurse coach, already in the field, or simply craving inspiration and clarity, this episode will light a fire in you.

🗣 What You'll Hear:

• An inside look at NLCA’s growth: 150 students in under a year
• Why our grads are getting clients—and getting hired
• The difference between learning coaching and becoming a coach
• Laura’s “three-ingredient chicken soup” metaphor for early coaching success
• Why nurse coaching is more than weight loss or health goals
• The holistic power of listening, love, and curiosity in transformation
• Coaching in health, finances, and trauma without being the expert
• Why nurse coaching is a professional and spiritual growth path
• The 5 major barriers holding nurses back—and how to overcome each
• A raw personal story about imposter syndrome, money, and self-belief
• How to get free coaching or connect with the NLCA team

💡 Key Quotes:

“You don’t need to be perfect to be powerful. You need to be present.”

“You’ll be surprised what a damn good cheese pizza of a coaching session can do.”

“Who are you not to become a nurse coach?”

“Nurse coaching is not a trend. It’s a movement—and we’re leading it.”

🧱 The 5 Barriers Holding Nurses Back:

1. Fear of the Unknown
2. Impaired Money Mindset
3. Over-identification with Being a “Good Nurse”
4. Waiting for the Perfect Time
5. Lack of Belief in Themselves

📞 Resources + Next Steps:

🎓 Download the Tuition Reimbursement Ebook

🤝 Book a Free Call with Laura or Shelby

💖 Volunteer for Free Coaching

📩 Got questions? Email us at [email protected]

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