In this week's episode, you'll hear an interview with Dr. Shane Grindle, DNP. Shane is the co-founder of Aquarian Clinic, one of Florida's fastest-growing Direct Primary Care (DPC) practices. Shane is a family nurse practitioner turned entrepreneur who is passionate about letting nurses know the power of entrepreneurship. Known as "The Medpreneur" on social media, Shane is also the founder of Shane Grindle Consulting, where he empowers fellow advanced practice providers to build private practices and support their entrepreneurial aspirations.

Shane runs the Medical Entrepreneurs' Roundtable Facebook group and hosts a radio show on 95.1 FM called "Ask a Med Pro" in Jacksonville. He is a published author of several books, with the most recent being Burnout to Breakout: The Medpreneur’s Blueprint to Entrepreneurship.

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In this week's podcast episode, we're reviewing takeaways from a recent Private Practice Q&A that I held. Tune in to hear about dealing with the haters, how to manage your self-doubt, building the practice that you want (and not the one everybody thinks you should build) and considerations for bringing on your first hire.

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In this week's episode of the Nurses Living the Good Life Podcast, we're catching up on a few things.

This episode is part 1 of a two part series that also includes highlights from a recent Private Practice Q&A session that was held on zoom.

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In this week’s podcast episode, our guest is Carrissa Hankins FNP, a trailblazing sleep health expert and founder of Hello Sleep Health. With over a decade of experience in sleep medicine, Carrissa is on a mission to help people achieve better sleep and improve their overall well-being.

Carrissa's journey into sleep medicine began unexpectedly after her nurse practitioner training, leading her to specialize in this field for nearly 9 years. Her passion for sleep health was fueled by her own struggles with fatigue, which she later discovered were related to an autoimmune condition. As the founder of Hello Sleep Health, Carrissa offers both clinical services and coaching programs, focusing on helping patients with sleep apnea and other sleep-related issues. Her approach combines traditional medical interventions with holistic strategies, emphasizing the importance of sleep hygiene and lifestyle modifications.

Carrissa is not just a practitioner but also an educator, speaking at conferences and developing online courses to share her expertise with both patients and fellow healthcare professionals. Her innovative use of technology, including wearables like the Oura ring, demonstrates her commitment to leveraging modern tools for better sleep health management.

Join us as Carrissa shares her insights on sleep health, entrepreneurship in healthcare, and how she's building a practice that aligns with her vision of living the good life while making a significant impact on patients' lives.

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In this week's podcast episode, I'm interviewing Amanda Guarniere, A Nurse Practitioner, mom of 3, founder of The Résumé Rx, and medical start up leader and consultant. Through The Résumé Rx she offers digital products and resources to help nurses with their job search strategy, including résumé templates, interview prep and more. Amanda is also the founder of Golden Hour where she provides telehealth medical weight loss services and works as the Director of Growth for CollaboratingDocs.

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In this week's podcast, we're talking with Lindsay Hill DNP PMHNP, a seasoned Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with over nine years of experience. Lindsay specializes in innovative, patient-centered care and is the founder of Klear Care, a comprehensive psychiatric practice, and the co-creator of The Psych NP Bootcamp, designed to empower psych np new grads and students.

Her personal journey through challenges such as balancing motherhood with a demanding career, and experiences with ADHD, anxiety, and depression, fuel her passion for mentoring emerging professionals. With a blend of professional expertise and personal empathy, she is dedicated to guiding PMHNPs towards a fulfilling and balanced career.

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 In this episode, Ann Konkoly is joined by Laura Brown, a dedicated Women's Health Nurse Practitioner, Certified Menopause Practitioner and newly minted entrepreneur. Laura opens up about her journey from nursing to launching her own practice, Sapphire Women's Health Care, where she specializes in perimenopause, menopause, and women's sexual health.

Episode Highlights:

Laura's Background: Laura shares her transition from a history major to nursing, her specialized training as a menopause specialist, and her recent venture into entrepreneurship with her own practice.

Challenges and Triumphs: Laura discusses the challenges of starting a new practice, the realities of being a menopause specialist, and the rewards of providing tailored healthcare to women in midlife.

The Role of Coaching: Laura explains how coach training has transformed her approach to patient care, integrating coaching techniques to support women through the challenges of menopause.

Business Insights: Insights into managing a healthcare business, from attracting patients to handling administrative tasks, and the importance of strategic thinking in entrepreneurship.

Personal Growth: Laura reflects on personal growth, the impact of her career choices on her family life, and her aspirations for her practice and personal life.

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Website: https://www.sapphirewomenshealthcare.com/

Email: [email protected]

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sapphirewomenshealthcare/

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In this week's podcast episode, I am interviewing Cynthia Thurlow. Cynthia is a nurse practitioner, CEO and founder of the Everyday Wellness Project, and international speaker, with over 11 million views for her second TEDx talk (Intermittent Fasting: Transformational Technique). With over 20 years experience in health and wellness, Cynthia is a globally recognized expert in intermittent fasting transformation and nutritional health, and has been featured on ABC, FOX5, KTLA, CW, Medium, Entrepreneur, and The Megyn Kelly Show. Cynthia offers a wealth of knowledge in health and wellness. Her specialty intermittent fasting programs have empowered countless women to take the reins in their wellness journey and propel them toward optimal health. Cynthia's core mission is to help women understand and achieve optimal wellness. Through the Everyday Wellness podcast, she provides accessible, engaging content on the benefits of intermittent fasting and holistic health. Her approach combines practical strategies with insightful education, making her podcast a valuable resource for those seeking a healthier, more fulfilling life.

In this inspiring episode, Cynthia shares her remarkable journey from traditional cardiology nurse practitioner to successful entrepreneur, author, and public speaker. She discusses her pivot from clinical practice to starting her own business focused on women's health, nutrition, and intermittent fasting.

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"I fervently and fundamentally felt that I can make a bigger impact by leaving clinical medicine."

"We are capable of so much. We are also the most trusted profession. People, they may not trust other allopathic trained providers. But patients fundamentally trust us."

"Writing a book, publishing a book and then having to do all the press for a book is a Herculean marathon that unless you've been through it, you can't even imagine."

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In this week's podcast episode, we're discussing one of the easiest ways to make your private practice run better. We'll delve into a compelling new article from the Harvard Business Review titled, "Why Entrepreneurs Should Think Like Scientists," and explore how its principles can transform your practice. Using real-life examples, we'll illustrate why thinking like a scientist can make all the difference. If you're in private practice, this episode is not to be missed.

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Welcome to another episode of the Nurses Living the Good Life podcast. Today, Ann Konkoly NP is joined by Dr. Annie DePasquale, founder of Collaborating Docs, to discuss how nurse practitioners can overcome challenges to start their own practices. Dr. DePasquale shares her journey from family physician to entrepreneur and offers valuable advice for nurse practitioners looking to navigate the complexities of finding collaborating physicians.

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About Dr. Annie DePasquale:

Dr. Annie DePasquale is a family physician and the founder of Collaborating Docs. She completed her medical degree in 2011 and her residency in family medicine at Georgetown University in 2014. Dr. DePasquale has extensive experience working in underserved clinic systems in Washington, DC, where she also served as a medical director. Passionate about supporting nurse practitioners, she founded Collaborating Docs in 2020 to provide a comprehensive service for finding collaborating physicians and offering legal and practical support across the United States.

For more information, visit the Collaborating Docs website.

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