Ep.76: 3 AI Tools That Save Nurse Entrepreneurs 3–5 Hours a Week
Nurses With Voices
3 AI Tools Every Nurse Leader Needs AI isn’t coming for your job. The real threat? Nurses and leaders who refuse to adapt. In this episode of Nurses With Voices, Dr. Lendra pulls back the curtain on how AI can shift you from burnout to breakthrough and from survival mode into CEO energy. She shares the three must-have AI tools that every nurse leader and nurse entrepreneur needs in their toolkit right now to save time, streamline business, and step fully into strategy instead of just tasks. This episode is part pep talk, part blueprint, and 100% empowerment for nurses who are ready to...
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Ep.75. AI Helps Small Audiences Scale Like Big Ones
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Ep.75, Do you believe you need thousands of social media followers to start or maintain your business? In this episode of Nurses With Voices, Dr. Lendra reveals why audience size isn’t your ceiling and how AI-powered systems can turn even 50 engaged followers into a thriving, profitable business. Whether you’re a nurse entrepreneur, healthcare leader, or busy professional ready to stop trading time for money, this conversation will shift your mindset from burnout to breakthrough. Episode Highlights: Why “likes don’t buy”—and what really creates revenue. The mindset shift...
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Ep.74. Nurse Burnout to 6-Figure Business: My Journey + AI Blueprint
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Ep.74. Nurse Burnout to 6-Figure Business: My Journey + AI Blueprint Episode Overview Dr. Lendra gets raw and real about her transformation from burnt-out nurse leader to successful entrepreneur. Four years after leaving her leadership role with no safety net, she shares the hard lessons learned and reveals the exact blueprint she wishes she had when starting out. If you're a nurse leader feeling trapped by burnout but afraid to make the leap, this episode is your roadmap to freedom. Key Takeaways The Real Definition of Burnout - It's a syndrome combining emotional exhaustion,...
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Ep.73. Is Starting a Business Too Risky? Breaking the Myths for Nurse Leaders
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Podcast: Nurses With Voices Hosted by Dr. Lendra People love to say that starting a business is risky. But you know what’s even riskier? Staying stuck. Trading your health for a paycheck. Spending years inside systems that don’t value you. In this episode of Nurses With Voices, Dr. Lendra breaks down the myths of risk in business and flips the script to show nurse leaders, entrepreneurs, and aspiring founders how to launch smarter, not scarier. From mass layoffs in healthcare to the hidden costs of “staying safe” in a W-2 job, Dr. Lendra reveals why ownership is actually the...
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Ep. 72: Burnout to Business with AI – The 3-Step Blueprint for Nurse Leaders
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Episode 72: Burnout to Business with AI – The 3-Step Blueprint for Nurse Leaders Description: You didn’t leave the bedside to burn out in business. In this episode, Dr. Lendra shares her Burnout to Business Blueprint, a three-step framework powered by AI to help nurse leaders and entrepreneurs reclaim their time, build sustainable businesses, and shift from exhaustion to empowerment. This nurse podcast is addressing Nurse Burnout by using AI powered strategies to go from burnout to business. AI can help nurse leaders save 5-10 hours a week. Discover how to: Clarify your founder...
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Ep. 71: Act Like a Nurse, Think Like a Boss : Why Your “Why” Matters
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Ep. 71: In this special episode, Dr. Lendra sits down with two co-authors from the new anthology Act Like a Nurse, Think Like a Boss. We talk second-career pivots, house-call medicine, medical tourism advocacy, and why knowing your why keeps you from shiny-object syndrome. If you’ve ever felt called to lead on your own terms, this one’s for you. Guests & Links: Dwan Thompson Kelsey, NP — Founder, Well Life House Calls (geriatric/adult house-call practice) • welllifehousecalls.com Dr. Natasha Ramontal — RN & Board-Certified Patient Advocate; creator MedicalTourismRN...
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Ep.70. Nursing's Silent Revolution: Exposing the Truth
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Ep. 70. In this inspiring episode, Dr. Lendra sits down with powerhouse nurse leader Dr. Selena Gilles, educator, clinician, and advocate for justice and equity in healthcare. From navigating bias as a Black nurse to boldly leading in academia, Dr. Selena shares the truth about breaking through barriers, challenging norms, and finding purpose beyond the bedside. You can connect with Dr. Selena on LinkedIn at Together, we explore: Why representation in nursing education matters The importance of mentorship for the next generation Why you don’t need to wait for permission to lead ...
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Ep.69. Are Nurses Burned Out? Or, Betrayed: Why Self-Care Is Not the Solution
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Ep. 69 Join us in this insightful episode as Dr. Lorre Laws, an award-winning speaker and author, delves into the complexities of nurse burnout and trauma recovery. Discover her groundbreaking research and the innovative strategies she has developed to help nurses heal and thrive in their demanding roles. Key Takeaways: Understanding the multifaceted nature of nurse burnout and trauma. Insights into Dr. Laws' research on the physiological and psychological aspects of burnout. Introduction to the Polyvagal Theory and Cell Danger Response Theory. Dr. Laws' four-step evidence-based...
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Ep.68. Time , Truth & Transformation : The Roots Part 1
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Ep.68. In this episode of Part-1 of Nurses with Voices- Time, Truth & Transformation mini-series, Dr. Lendra engages in a profound conversation about the historical and ongoing inequities in the American healthcare system, particularly through the lens of African American experiences. The discussion highlights the resilience and wisdom of Black families, reflecting on past struggles and the current challenges posed by healthcare policies. The episode emphasizes the importance of acknowledging history to inspire future generations of healthcare professionals and advocates for change. The...
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Ep.67. Gaslit & Ignored: Black Maternal Health-Medical Racism
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Ep.67. In this episode, Dr. Lendra speaks with Rachell Dumas, a registered nurse and founder of Light After Nine, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting families through pregnancy loss, infertility, and maternal trauma. Rachell shares her personal journey through nine pregnancy losses, highlighting the systemic bias and medical gaslighting she faced. The conversation explores the urgent need for equitable maternal healthcare, the impact of COVID-19 on healthcare systems, and the importance of advocacy and support for marginalized groups. Rachell also provides insights on starting a nonprofit and...
info_outlineEp.66 In this episode of Nurses With Voices, Dr. Lendra sits down with Grace Mei-Yen Foo , a nurse of nearly 40 years turned financial strategist—to confront the silent crisis facing nurses: financial fragility.
The conversation highlights the growing crisis of medical debt, the need for accessible financial planning, and the potential for generational wealth through informed financial decisions. Together, they uncover:
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The hidden cost of traditional retirement plans (and what to use instead)
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How to leverage living benefits in life insurance to avoid medical bankruptcy
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Why most nurses insure their phones, but not their income
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What the Rockefellers can teach us about legacy wealth—and how everyday nurses can follow suit
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A real-life example of how Grace is funding her granddaughter’s college tax-free
Whether you’re feeling stuck in the paycheck-to-paycheck grind or looking for smarter ways to grow your money, this episode is your wake-up call.
Download my free guide: 5 Wealth-Building Tips Every Nurse Should Know
Start your journey toward financial empowerment today.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Financial Advocacy in Nursing
01:59 The Health and Wealth Expo: A New Frontier
04:05 Rethinking Financial Security and Wealth Building
06:41 Understanding Medical Debt and Financial Safety Nets
08:56 Misconceptions in Financial Planning
11:19 The Power of Zero Market Loss Strategies
13:37 Leveraging Life Insurance for Future Generations
16:14 Consultation and Personalized Financial Strategies
18:40 Empowerment Through Financial Education
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