Life Health & Career - In That Order

21. Starting a business is RARELY the answer to healing nurse burnout 😝

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You Don’t Have to Start a Business to Make an Impact: Real Ways for Nurses to Create Change Without the Burnout


Feeling like you need to start a business to make a real difference?

Today, we’re breaking down why owning a business isn’t the only (or best) way to create impact as a nurse.

If you’re feeling the pull to coach, mentor, or support other nurses, but the backend work of running a business feels draining, you’re not alone.

 

In this episode, we’ll dive into:

  • The pressure nurses feel to “go independent” and start businesses.
  • How the sunk cost fallacy can keep you stuck on the path to burnout.
  • Real-life alternatives for nurses to make an impact without the need for a full-blown business.
  • The story of one client who let go of the business hustle and reconnected with her true mission.

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    By the end of this episode, you’ll have the tools to rethink what impact means to you and the freedom to make a difference in ways that align with your strengths and values.

     

    Key Takeaways:

    • Reframe the Impact Equation: You don’t need a business to coach, guide, or uplift other nurses, moms, patients, clients, community members, etc. Sometimes, the most powerful ways to influence are already within reach.
    • Break Free from “Should”: Just because you’re certified or have spent money learning a new skill doesn’t mean you have to start a business. Recognize when you’re feeling trapped by “shoulds” rather than motivated by genuine passion.
    • Discover Alternative Paths: Whether it’s mentoring through clinical instruction, preceptorship, community education, leadership, or informal guidance, there are countless ways to make an impact while avoiding burnout.
    • Client Case Study: Learn from one nurse practitioner’s journey to find joy and purpose by shifting her focus from business building to direct mentorship with future NPs.

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      Ready to Create Your Own Impact?

      If you’re a nurse who’s ready to step into a new chapter of your career and make a meaningful impact without burning out, my mastermind might be the place for you. In this supportive space, you’ll get to dive deep into your goals, connect with like-minded nurses, and explore practical ways to serve the nursing community that truly resonate with your values.

       

      👉 Book an Info and Application Call:
      Let’s chat! Schedule a call with me to see if the mastermind is the right fit for your goals and ambitions. Together, we’ll map out a path for you to make a powerful impact—on your terms.

      Click here for details and a link to book your call

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      Life Health & Career - In That OrderBy Brit Stoeckel