Doctors and Money Shame The Last Taboo

Feeling the pull towards a bigger, bolder career? 👉 Take your Free Assessment   Why do doctors feel guilty about asking for more money? And why does the world seem to reinforce that guilt? For too long,  as doctors, we have been conditioned to believe that medicine is a calling, not a career—that they should be grateful for what they have and never ask for more. But here’s the truth: knowing your value and charging accordingly is not greed—it’s self-respect. In this episode, we’re breaking down: The cultural narratives that make doctors feel guilty about money How companies and organisations take advantage of doctors’ expertise for free Why other professionals aren’t shamed for making more—and why you shouldn’t be either How adopting a premium pricing and value-based strategy protects you from burnout and builds a sustainable career Practical steps to shift your mindset and start asking for what you deserve Doctors, it’s time to stop undervaluing yourselves. The only people who shame you for asking for more are the ones benefiting from you asking for less.   Ready to Own Your Worth & Elevate Your Career? If you’re a doctor ready to transition into high-value, non-clinical roles and start charging what you’re worth, the Doctors in Industry Fellowship is for you. This premium program is designed to help doctors step into industry roles, consult at a high level, and position themselves as valuable experts—without the guilt, the burnout, or the underpayment. Apply now to join the Doctors in Industry Fellowship and start earning what you want Apply Here! Don’t let money shame hold you back. Step into your true value today   Develop a passive income, career flexibility and autonomy with the Travel Doctorpreneurs   Get FREE insider career change tips with over 90k doctors with our MF Community List   REACH OUT TO OUR TEAM! WE'D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU! [email protected]    DON'T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE AND LEAVE A REVIEW!   ABOUT THE HOST Dr Abeyna Bubbers-Jones is a practising medical doctor and Founder of Medic Footprints: the global platform connecting doctors with diverse career opportunities beyond conventional medicine. Her mission is to dramatically elevate health outcomes in the world by connecting 1 million doctors with diverse careers by 2030. Continually exploring her own path off the medical treadmill, she has developed a wealth of expertise in specialist recruitment connecting industry & health tech companies with talented doctors, whilst supporting & coaching doctors in their own career development and wellbeing. She is an award-winning entrepreneur, Consultant Occupational Health Physician, BBC Expert Voice, Public Speaker, Musician and not-so-good boulderer!   Want to Build a Career That Pays You What You’re Worth? The Doctors in Industry Program helps doctors like you land high-value industry roles and £5k+ clients – fast. ✨ No retraining. No burnout. No more wasting time feeling invisible. 🎯 Click here to Take your Free Assessment https://industrydoctor.scoreapp.com/