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In this episode of The Investing RN Podcast, James and Czarina Adams, former nurses and now financial professionals, share their journey from the bedside to financial freedom. They open up about the realities of nurse burnout, working 60+ hours a week, and the critical turning point that led them to leave nursing and pursue entrepreneurship. Together, they have created Nurses in Finance, a platform dedicated to educating fellow nurses on financial literacy and the power of smart investing. Tune in to learn how James and Czarina built a thriving business while helping other healthcare professionals take control of their financial futures.

James and Czarina are passionate about empowering nurses to achieve financial independence and create wealth beyond their nursing careers. They discuss the transition to finance, the importance of financial education, and practical steps nurses can take to start their own journey to financial freedom. This episode is packed with actionable insights on debt management, income replacement strategies, and entrepreneurship.

"Nurses earning $200,000 should not have to worry about when their next overtime shift is coming." — Czarina Adams

What you'll learn:

(00:00) Highlight
(01:02) Introduction
(04:30) Burnout in Nursing and Finding Financial Freedom
(10:15) Transitioning from Nursing to Entrepreneurship
(17:25) Building Nurses in Finance
(23:45) Financial Education for Nurses
(31:05) The Importance of Multiple Income Streams
(41:20) Practical Steps for Debt Management and Wealth Building
(54:15) Final Thoughts and Future Goals

Meet the Guests:

James and Czarina Adams, both former nurses, have transitioned into full-time financial professionals. Together, they run the Instagram page Nurses in Finance, where they offer financial education and resources tailored specifically to nurses and healthcare professionals. Their mission is to help fellow nurses break free from financial struggles by building wealth through smart investments and financial literacy.

Find them on Instagram: www.instagram.com/nursesinfinance

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In this episode of Investing RN, we welcome Loftin Dortch, a dedicated nurse turned entrepreneur. Loftin shares his inspiring journey from uncertainty post-high school to finding a passion in nursing and eventually venturing into the entrepreneurial world. He discusses the transition from nursing in Tennessee to working in California, the challenges of adjusting to different pay scales and living costs, and his experience with the healthcare system across states.

The conversation dives into Loftin’s venture into business, sparked by a long-standing entrepreneurial itch. He recounts how a chance connection with a fellow nurse led to the founding of their current business, Uni, exploring the ups and downs of starting a new venture without prior industry experience. From brainstorming initial ideas to finally settling on a product, Loftin offers valuable insights into the world of startups and the importance of having a supportive co-founder.

 

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Timestamps:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:00) Introduction and Loftin's Background
• (05:30) Transition from Nursing in Tennessee to California
• (12:45) The Entrepreneurial Spark and Starting the Business
• (20:15) Founding Uni and Early Challenges
• (27:30) Insights on Healthcare Systems Across States
• (35:45) Marketing Strategies and Business Growth
• (45:00) Balancing Nursing and Entrepreneurship
• (55:20) The Future of Uni and Loftin’s Vision
• (01:03:00) Final Thoughts and Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs

Meet the guest: Loftin Dortch is a nurse and entrepreneur who transitioned from nursing into the business world. Co-founder of Uni, Loftin shares his journey from the healthcare field to starting a business with a focus on footwear tailored for healthcare professionals. Dedicated to making a difference both in healthcare and business, Loftin offers a unique perspective on balancing these two worlds.

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🍁 About Investing RN Podcast 🍁

Welcome to the Investing RN Podcast, where we empower nurses and healthcare professionals to navigate the world of finance with confidence. Our mission is simple: to provide the tools, knowledge, and inspiration necessary for nurses to make informed financial decisions and build wealth. We believe that financial literacy is essential for creating a life of abundance, security, and freedom. Through our podcast, we aim to equip nurses with the resources they need to invest their time, money, and relationships wisely. Join us as we help nurses take control of their finances and create a future they love.

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💻 Website: http://www.alldayinvestments.co/invest
📧 Email: [email protected]

#Entrepreneurship #NursingJourney #HealthcareBusiness #InvestingRN #CareerTransition #FinancialIndependence #StartupChallenges #InvestmentStrategies

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Join Josh, Jenn, and Colin as they dive into the world of real estate investing while balancing their demanding careers in nursing. This episode covers the essential steps to landing your first real estate deal, including the importance of finding the right partner, avoiding common mistakes, and leveraging your network. The team also shares personal stories of how they got started, highlighting the power of teamwork and determination. If you're a nurse exploring real estate or just looking to balance a busy professional life with smart investments, this episode is for you!

Timestamps:
(00:00) Highlights & Quick Recap
(01:30) Introduction: Partnerships in Real Estate and Building a Team
(04:00) Getting Started: Finding Your "Cheerleader" for That First Deal
(07:00) Learning the Hard Way: When Greed and Impatience Take Over
(10:20) Jenn’s Journey: From Taking Notes to Managing Properties
(13:00) Overcoming Challenges: Balancing Real Estate and Nursing Careers
(15:40) Networking 101: Why Surrounding Yourself with the Right People Matters
(18:50) Real Estate Strategies: Cash Investor vs. Active Manager
(22:00) The Benefits of Partnering with Friends and Family in Real Estate
(24:30) Building Your Confidence: How Partnerships Make the Risk Feel Smaller
(27:00) The Importance of Real Estate Education: Podcasts, Books, and Meetups
(30:00) Optimizing Your Investments: How to Manage Growing Portfolios
(33:20) Final Thoughts: Focus on Strengths, Learn from Mistakes, and Keep Growing


About the Podcast:
Investing RN merges the world of nursing with real estate investing, offering healthcare professionals practical advice on how to achieve financial freedom. We focus on giving nurses the tools they need to balance their careers while growing wealth through real estate. Whether you're managing long shifts or investing in properties, our goal is to provide you with the inspiration and knowledge to make smart, confident financial decisions.

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In this episode of Investing RN, we sit down with Brian Benjie (Brian Cerezo), a nurse and investing expert, to explore his fascinating journey from penny stocks to mastering the art of covered calls, cash-secured puts, and real estate. Brian shares personal stories of early investing mistakes, including the wild ride of making (and losing) a fortune in crypto, and how he evolved into a more calculated, risk-averse investor. We also dive into the details of how to leverage HELOCs (Home Equity Lines of Credit) to accelerate mortgage payoffs and explore creative strategies to maximize financial growth while working in healthcare.

Whether you're a nurse looking to dip your toes into the stock market or curious about more advanced investment strategies like options trading and real estate, this episode is packed with actionable insights and real-world advice.

Timestamps:
[00:00] - Highlight/Introduction
[01:45] - Welcoming Brian Benjie (Brian Cerezo) to the Podcast
[04:20] - Brian’s Journey from Nursing to Investing
[10:30] - Learning from Losses: Brian’s Crypto Experience
[18:00] - Covered Calls and Cash-Secured Puts: An Overview
[24:50] - How Brian Uses HELOCs to Pay Off His Mortgage Faster
[32:15] - Stock Market Strategies and Reducing Risk
[38:10] - Using Zero Percent Interest Credit Cards for Financial Leverage
[44:35] - Balancing Work, Family, and Investing
[51:00] - Real Estate Ventures and Diversifying Income
[58:30] - How to Get Started in the Stock Market with Little Capital
[1:05:20] - Final Thoughts and Where to Find Brian Benji Online

About the Guest:
Brian Benjie, is a registered nurse and self-taught investor who made a name for himself in the world of stocks and real estate. From learning the ropes through penny stocks to finding success in options trading and leveraging real estate, Brian's journey is one of trial, error, and ultimate financial growth. He now teaches other healthcare professionals how to build wealth and find financial freedom through his online courses and social media platforms.

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Follow Brian on Instagram: www.instagram.com/brianbenjiern
Check out Brian’s Investing Course: www.stan.store/brianbenjrn

#NurseInvestor #HELOCStrategy #CoveredCalls #StockOptions #FinancialFreedom #NursingCommunity #PassiveIncome #RealEstateInvesting #NurseEntrepreneur #InvestingRN

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In this episode of Investing RN, we sit down with Jumer Adalin, a nurse and social media strategist, to discuss his journey from working in the ICU to launching a successful Instagram consulting business. 

Jumer shares his personal story, including the challenges of being a foreign-educated nurse in the U.S., and how he transitioned to becoming a PICC nurse and, eventually, a social media consultant. 

We dive deep into the importance of building a personal brand, creating a content strategy that works, and how social media can be more than just a tool for selling—it can be a gateway to freedom and financial independence.

Whether you're a nurse looking to break free from the grind of bedside nursing or someone interested in leveraging social media to build a brand, this episode is packed with actionable insights and inspiration.

Timestamps:

00:00] - Highlight/Introduction
[01:22] - Welcoming Jumer Adalin to the Podcast
[05:30] - Jumer's Journey: From the Philippines to the U.S. Nursing Scene
[10:12] - Challenges of Being a Foreign-Educated Nurse in the U.S.
[14:30] - Transitioning from ICU to PICC Nursing
[18:45] - Burnout and Finding a New Path in 2020
[24:15] - Launching a Social Media Consulting Business
[28:30] - Importance of Building a Personal Brand
[35:50] - How to Create a Content Strategy That Works
[42:20] - The Role of AI in Social Media and Marketing
[50:15] - Balancing Authenticity and AI in Online Business
[55:45] - Final Thoughts and Where to Find Jumer Online

About the Guest:

Jumer Adalin is a nurse and social media consultant who transitioned from working in the ICU to helping nurse entrepreneurs build successful online brands. With a deep understanding of the challenges faced by healthcare professionals, Jumer specializes in teaching nurses how to effectively use Instagram to grow their businesses and create financial freedom. His program, Scrubs to Social Academy, empowers nurses to leverage social media as a powerful marketing tool, helping them attract clients and achieve their business goals.

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• Follow Jumer Adalin on Instagram: www.instagram.com/jumeradalin/
• Jumer's Website: www.jumeradalin.com

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Welcome to another roundtable discussion with the Investing RN team—Josh, Jenn, and Colin. The team opens up about the benefits and drawbacks of travel nursing, highlighting how travel nurses often jump straight into work with minimal training, which can be both a blessing and a challenge. They discuss the financial and operational impact of nursing strikes and unions. 

The team shares their struggles and strategies for balancing the demanding schedules of nursing with personal responsibilities, like managing energy levels and adjusting to life with a newborn. Jenn shares her experiences with training in the cath lab, while Josh and Colin talk about their approaches to maintaining work-life balance despite their hectic schedules.

On the real estate front, the team provides exciting updates on their latest ventures. They discuss their decision to make their first U.S.-based hire for property management, a strategic move to help them scale their portfolio. The hosts explain the importance of optimizing current investments, detailing the processes involved in filling empty mobile home lots and the financial impact of these additions. They also touch on their goals for the future, including plans for expanding their real estate holdings and enhancing their community-building efforts.

Whether you're a nurse looking to invest or an investor interested in the healthcare industry, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice.

Timestamps:

• (00:00) Highlight
• (01:35) Introduction to the Team Roundtable
• (04:25) Balancing Energy Drinks, Sleep, and Parenthood
• (06:50) The Reality of Nursing Strikes: Insights from Rady Children's Hospital
• (13:30) Financial and Operational Impact of Using Travel Nurses
• (15:40) Challenges and Strategies in Real Estate Investing
• (24:10) Real Estate Updates: New Hire and Property Management
• (33:45) The Importance of Optimizing Current Investments
• (40:20) Personal Experiences and Insights on Real Estate Management
• (51:50) Final Thoughts and Future Plans

About Investing RN Podcast: Welcome to the Investing RN Podcast, where we empower nurses and healthcare professionals to navigate the world of finance with confidence. Our mission is simple: to provide the tools, knowledge, and inspiration necessary for nurses to make informed financial decisions and build wealth. We believe that financial literacy is essential for creating a life of abundance, security, and freedom. Through our podcast, we aim to equip nurses with the resources they need to invest their time, money, and relationships wisely. Join us as we help nurses take control of their finances and create a future they love.

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• 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/investingrnpod/
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• 📧 Email: [email protected]

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In this episode of Investing RN, we have Ryan Sendow, creator of Travel Nurse Takeover. Ryan and Josh reminisce about their high school days and basketball memories while diving deep into Ryan’s journey from nursing to entrepreneurship. He shares his experiences as a travel nurse, his endeavors with the Travel Nurse Takeover, and his transition to becoming a psych NP.


Timestamps:

(00:00) Highlight/Introduction
(01:00) Josh & Ryan went to High school together 
(05:44) Ryan's Journey into Nursing
(10:05) Becoming a Travel Nurse
(13:15) Transition to Psych NP
(22:53) The Travel Nurse Takeover Initiative
(36:19) Building and Growing the Community
(45:03) Challenges and Future Plans
(54:53) Final Thoughts

Meet the guest: Ryan Sendow is a former travel nurse who transitioned to becoming a psych NP. He founded Travel Nurse Takeover, a community-driven initiative to connect travel nurses and share their experiences. Committed to empowering travel healthcare professionals, Ryan shares his inspiring journey and practical insights on the Investing RN Podcast.

Follow Ryan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rysetravels/
Follow Travel Nurse Takeover on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travelnursetakeover/


#TravelNursing #PsychNP #NursingCommunity #InvestingRN #CareerTransition #FinancialIndependence #TravelHealthcare #InvestmentStrategies

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"You gotta give a little to get a little. You just can't give too much." — Joy Ademuyewo

In this engaging episode of Investing RN, Joy Ademuyewo, the founder of the Lokum App, dives into her incredible journey from being a CRNA to creating a groundbreaking tech solution in healthcare recruitment. She shares her experience with burnout, the inspiration behind the Lokum App, and the challenges of transitioning from healthcare to tech entrepreneurship. Joy offers insights on the importance of knowing one's worth in the job market and how her app aims to provide transparency and efficiency in healthcare staffing.

Timestamps:

(00:00) Highlight
(00:43) Introduction
(05:44) Journey into Nursing
(10:05) Discovering CRNA
(13:15) Burnout and Transition
(22:53) The Locum App
(36:19) Building the App
(45:03) Challenges and Future Plans
(54:53) Final Thoughts

Meet the guest: Joy Ademuyewo, a former CRNA who transitioned out of healthcare to create the Lokum App. Leveraging her expertise in both nursing and tech, Joy assists healthcare professionals in managing their careers by providing a transparent and efficient platform for job matching. Committed to empowering nurses and CRNAs, Joy shares her inspiring journey and practical insights on the Investing RN Podcast.

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In this episode of Investing RN, we're thrilled to welcome Lynn John, also known as BossNurseLynn on Instagram. Lynn shares her inspiring journey from overcoming personal challenges to becoming a successful nurse entrepreneur and real estate investor. Discover how she manages her Airbnbs remotely, balances family life on the road, and empowers other nurses to achieve financial freedom through real estate investing. Lynn's mission goes beyond real estate as she aims to create a supportive community of nurses who can work on their own terms.

Key Takeaways:

Start Small and Educate Yourself: Lynn emphasizes the importance of starting small, learning continuously, and surrounding yourself with knowledgeable people when diving into real estate investing.

Leverage Remote Management: Effective use of technology and streamlined processes can enable successful remote management of real estate properties, reducing the time commitment significantly.

Build a Supportive Community: Creating and being part of a community that supports and uplifts each other can lead to greater success and fulfillment in both personal and professional life.

Timestamps
[0:00] Introduction to Lynn John, aka BossNurseLynn
[3:15] Overcoming challenges: Lynn's journey to becoming a nurse
[8:45] Traveling and working as a nurse with her family
[12:30] Managing real estate investments remotely
[18:00] Transitioning from bedside nursing to real estate
[23:40] Coaching nurses in real estate investing
[28:15] Strategies for managing Airbnbs and midterm rentals
[35:20] Financial tips and entrepreneurial insights
[42:10] The importance of building a supportive nursing community
[48:00] Final advice for aspiring real estate investors
[52:30] Closing thoughts and future plans

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Welcome back to the Investing RN podcast! In this special 50th episode, we sit down with Zach Dixon, a former police officer turned mobile home park mogul. Zach shares his incredible journey from law enforcement to building a mobile home empire across the country. We dive into his motivations, the challenges he faced, and the strategies he used to overcome them. If you're interested in real estate investing, especially in the mobile home park space, this episode is packed with valuable insights and practical advice that you won't want to miss.

Key Takeaways:

Start Small and Educate Yourself: Learn from podcasts, audiobooks, and surround yourself with knowledgeable people.

Mindset and Sacrifice: Changing your mindset and being willing to make sacrifices, such as selling personal assets, can significantly impact your success in real estate investing.

Persistence Pays Off: Persistence and belief in the potential of deals helps you succeed.

Timestamps

[0:00] Introduction

[5:15] - Zach's early career in law enforcement and shift work similarities with nursing.

[12:45] - What led Zach to choose real estate over a medical career.

[17:30] - The first investment: buying a single wide trailer and overcoming initial fears.

[25:50] - Mindset shift: From small goals to building a real estate empire.

[33:15] - Financing challenges: How Zach secured loans for his first few deals.

[38:20] - Selling personal assets to fund investments: The story of selling his truck.

[43:10] - Importance of good property management and systems.

[49:30] - Scaling up: Moving from single units to mobile home parks.

[55:45] - Out-of-state investing: Challenges and strategies.

[1:03:20] - Balancing time and money: Hiring help versus doing it yourself.

[1:11:10] - Advice for new investors: Educate yourself and take action.

[1:18:45] - Long-term goals and the power of compound growth.

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