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In this conversation, Candice Pirtle Smalls shares her inspiring journey from being a teen mom to becoming a successful nurse entrepreneur. She discusses the challenges she faced during nursing school, her transition into entrepreneurship, and the importance of health and wellness for nurses. Candice also delves into the business aspects of writing and speaking engagements, emphasizing the need for resilience and determination in achieving success. In this conversation, Candyce Pirtle-Smalls shares her journey from nursing to entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of strategic marketing, networking, and personal growth. She discusses the challenges of transitioning to business ownership, the pursuit of passive income, and the significance of mental health in the nursing profession. Candyce also highlights her initiative, the Empowered Health Academy, aimed at supporting aspiring nurses through mentorship and education. The discussion concludes with valuable advice for new nurses and insights into defining success and setting boundaries.

Takeaways:

Having a strong support system is crucial for success.
Nursing school can be incredibly challenging but rewarding.
Resilience is key in overcoming obstacles.
It's important to find your passion within nursing.
Entrepreneurship allows for greater flexibility and creativity.
Health and wellness are essential for nurses' well-being.
Meal prepping can significantly improve health habits.
Writing a book can lead to speaking opportunities.
Networking is vital in the nursing and entrepreneurial fields.
Success is not just about academic performance but also about heart and determination. You have to be strategic and proactive in marketing.
Transitioning from nursing to entrepreneurship requires discipline.
Passive income is the ultimate goal for financial freedom.
Understanding business principles is crucial for success.
Investing in mentorship can guide your business journey.
Building a supportive network is essential for growth.
Personal challenges can lead to significant growth and change.
Empowered Health Academy aims to support future nurses.
Success is defined by happiness and peace, not just money.
Setting boundaries is vital for mental health and well-being.


Chapters

00:00 From Teen Mom to Nurse: A Journey of Resilience
10:01 Navigating Nursing School: Challenges and Triumphs
20:07 The Transition to Nurse Entrepreneurship
29:57 Health and Wellness: A Nurse's Perspective
40:07 The Business of Writing: Monetizing Your Story
35:47 The Transition from Nursing to Entrepreneurship
37:39 The Pursuit of Passive Income
39:12 Learning the Business of Nursing
41:36 Building a Supportive Network
43:27 Overcoming Personal Challenges and Growth
50:13 Empowered Health Academy: A New Beginning
55:31 Final Thoughts and Advice for Future Nurses


"You're going to be somebody."
"Nursing school saved my life."
"It's not for the weak."
"It's about who you know."
"Don't give up."
"I want it more."
"We have to take charge of our life."
"You have to market it."
"The goal is passive income."
"You have to study business."
"You have to pay yourself a salary."
"You have to be a risk taker."
"You can say no, it's just no."

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In this episode, we sit down with Angel Mathis, a nurse practitioner, financial strategist, and world traveler who cracked the code to early retirement at just 35 years old. Angel shares why the real problem isn’t burnout—it’s entrapment—and how shifting your financial strategy can unlock true freedom from the bedside.

We cover it all:

✅ Burnout vs. Entrapment – Why feeling stuck in nursing is the real issue (and how to escape it)
✅ How Angel Retired at 35 – The financial game plan that let her leave nursing (and why she came back—on her terms)
✅ Short-Term vs. Long-Term Wealth – The two paths every nurse should build simultaneously
✅ Breaking Free from the System – Why nurses get commodified—and how to stop playing the hospital’s game
✅ Life After Nursing – Walking the Pacific Crest Trail, sailing the world, and creating wealth beyond bedside shifts

Angel isn’t just talking theory—she’s lived it. Whether you’re a new grad feeling trapped, a burned-out nurse searching for options, or someone ready to make money work for YOU, this episode is packed with real talk, practical strategies, and career-changing insights.

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In this episode, we sit down with Michelle Harris, a retired NICU nurse and host of The Conversing Nurse Podcast, to explore her 36-year journey through nursing—from a time with no SAO2 monitors, no vein finders, and no high-tech bedside tools to today’s modern, tech-driven hospitals.

Michelle shares her honest reflections on how nursing has changed, what new nurses don’t realize about the profession’s past, and why she ultimately decided to retire at just 57 years old. We talk about nurse burnout, the evolution of patient care, and why so many nurses are walking away from bedside careers in search of something more.

But this episode isn’t just about the challenges—it’s about solutions. Michelle opens up about:

✅ The biggest shifts in nursing over the last 3 decades—and why some changes aren’t for the better
✅ Why nurses today are more burned out than ever before—and how to protect your career & mental health
✅ The financial decisions that helped her retire early—even though she didn’t start investing until later in life
✅ The rise of travel nursing, career pivots, and nurse entrepreneurs—and how to find financial freedom outside the hospital

Michelle isn’t just sharing her story—she’s giving nurses a roadmap to longevity, financial stability, and a fulfilling career beyond the bedside. Whether you’re a new nurse wondering about the future, a burned-out RN looking for a way out, or someone curious about investing and early retirement, this episode is packed with real talk, practical tips, and career-changing insights.

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00:00 – Welcome & Guest Introduction – Meet Michelle Harris
02:10 – How Michelle Got Into Nursing (Started in 1986!)
04:45 – The BIGGEST Changes in Nursing Over 36 Years
08:20 – No SAO2 Monitors? How Nurses Monitored Oxygen Before Tech
11:55 – Starting IVs in the 80s – No Vein Finders, Just Skill!
16:30 – How Technology Transformed Nursing (Pros & Cons)
20:10 – Over-Reliance on Tech? Nurses Ignoring the Patient
24:50 – The Rise of Alarm Fatigue & Why It’s Dangerous
28:30 – Nurse Burnout – Then vs. Now
33:15 – Loyalty to Hospitals – Why It’s No Longer Rewarded
36:45 – The Shift Toward Travel Nursing & Financial Trade-Offs

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