Ep. 61. In this episode, we break down the ripple effects of New York Presbyterian’s recent 2% staffing cuts and what it signals for nurses, healthcare professionals, and the communities they serve.

As the system shifts, we’re sounding the alarm: now is the time to build financial independence, diversify your income, and take control of your career path.

We share practical, no-fluff strategies for launching a consulting business, why networking is a non-negotiable, and how investing in yourself is the smartest career move you can make.

Whether you’re burnt out, ready for a pivot, or simply hungry for more—this episode gives you the roadmap to move from uncertainty to ownership.

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Key Takeaways:

• Staffing Cuts = Burnout Surge: Why the 2% cut at NYP is a warning sign for healthcare workers

• Financial Freedom Is Non-Negotiable: Why nurses must think like entrepreneurs

• Consulting 101: Find your niche, build visibility, and monetize your expertise

• Network to Win: Genuine relationships open real doors

• Invest in YOU: The return is always worth it

• Inspired by the Health & Wealth Expo: Real stories of nurses taking action

Episode Chapters:
00:00 – Impact of Staffing Cuts and Legal Settlements
03:12 – The Importance of Financial Independence
07:53 – Empowering Nurses to Start Businesses
13:15 – Steps to Launch a Consulting Business
17:49 – Investing in Yourself for Success

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Ep. 60 In this episode of Nurses with Voices, Dr. Lendra discusses the significance of Nurses Month, the importance of advocacy in nursing, and the impact of recent drug pricing reforms on patients. She emphasizes the need for nurses to empower themselves through education and participation in events like the Health and Wealth Expo: Live Summit, which aims to address financial literacy and generational wealth in the nursing profession. With the Health & Wealth Expo: Live Summit just days away, this episode unpacks why this summit is more than an event — it’s a movement.

Choose your power day:

May 15 – Nurse Business Development
May 16 – Wealth Building

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Takeaways

Nurses Month is a time to celebrate and advocate for the nursing profession.
Advocacy is crucial for addressing systemic issues in healthcare.
Recent drug pricing reforms have significant impacts on patients' financial burdens.
Financial literacy is essential for nurses to achieve long-term stability.
The Health and Wealth Expo aims to empower nurses through education.
Nurses often feel underrepresented in leadership and financial discussions.
Building generational wealth starts with financial education and empowerment.
Community support is vital for nurses to make a difference.
Mental clarity and peace are important for making impactful decisions.
Participation in events like the Health and Wealth Expo can lead to personal and professional growth.

Chapters

00:00 Celebrating Nurses Month
02:53 The Importance of Advocacy in Nursing
06:18 Impact of Drug Pricing Reforms
09:10 Empowering Nurses Through Education
11:51 Health and Wealth Expo Overview
14:57 Building Generational Wealth
17:57 Finding Peace and Purpose in Nursing

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Ep. 59. In this episode of Nurses With Voices, Dr. Lendra discusses the upcoming Health and Wealth Expo, air travel issues, the resumption of student loan payments, and the importance of healthcare professionals monetizing their expertise. The conversation also touches on mental health funding cuts, the need for political engagement among nurses, and strategies to overcome imposter syndrome. Dr. Lendra emphasizes the importance of community and collective action in addressing current challenges in healthcare and society.

Dr. Lendra connects the dots between current events and the professional lives of healthcare providers.

She dives into the upcoming Health & Wealth Expo Live, a can't-miss event for healthcare professionals looking to take control of their careers and finances.

Choose your power day:

May 15 – Nurse Business Development
May 16 – Wealth Building

One day pass available at :

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You’ll also hear about:

• Mental health grant funding cuts and why it matters

• The growing need for nurses in political spaces

• How to monetize your expertise and fight back against burnout

• Tools to overcome imposter syndrome and build real confidence

It's more than healthcare—it's advocacy. It's strategy. It's community.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Health and Wealth Expo
01:50 Newark Airport Delays and Air Traffic Control Issues
02:51 Student Loan Resumption Under the Trump Administration
04:05 Impact of Economic Policies on Healthcare Professionals
06:29 Mental Health Grants and Their Discontinuation
08:35 US-China Relations and Economic Implications
10:00 Mental Health Needs of Federal Workers
12:18 The Weaponization of DEI Policies
14:11 The Need for Nurses in Politics
15:20 Actionable Advice for Healthcare Professionals
19:16 Empowering Nurses as Advocates
20:56 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
26:15 Conclusion and Call to Action for the Expo

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