Episode 118: The Chronic Boss Collective by Lilly Stairs - The Best Community You Never Wanted to Qualify For!

Are you a woman living with a chronic condition who wants to make a big impact in your career?In this inspiring episode of the Becoming Immune Confident Podcast, Dr. Kara Wada sits down with patient advocate and entrepreneur Lilly Stairs, who shares her empowering journey of living with multiple autoimmune diseases. Discover how Lily turned her diagnosis into a driving force for change, founding initiatives like the Chronic Boss Collective to uplift and connect women navigating chronic illness in the workplace. Gain valuable insights on balancing a demanding career with health challenges, avoiding burnout, and unleashing your unique "secret sauce" by combining your skills with the strength gained from adversity. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking inspiration and practical advice on thriving with chronic illness.EPISODE IN A GLANCE-Introduction to Lilly Stairs - founder of Chronic Boss Collective -Lilly's autoimmune diagnosis journey and the lack of awareness around the term "autoimmune disease."-The importance of looking at autoimmune diseases from an umbrella perspective and breaking down silos in healthcare-Progress and Hope in Autoimmune Research-The inspiration behind the Chronic Boss Collective and creating a supportive community for ambitious women with chronic conditions-Bridging the gap between patients and healthcare organizations through Patient Authentic consultancy.-Balancing a demanding career, philanthropy, and managing chronic illnesses: non-negotiables and setting boundaries-Advice for women with chronic conditions who want to make a big impact: finding your "secret sauce" and avoiding burnout-Turning pain into purpose, enjoying the journey, and ways to connect with Lilly and the Chronic Boss Collective.ABOUT LILLY STAIRSLilly Stairs is an internationally recognized patient advocate, serial entrepreneur, philanthropist, and sought after speaker. Her purpose was ignited in a hospital bed after being diagnosed with multiple autoimmune diseases. Lilly is the Founder of the Chronic Boss Collective, a networking membership for ambitious business women living with chronic conditions designed to help them dream big in their career and prioritize health with no trade-offs. She is also the Founder of Patient Authentic, a boutique consultancy that helps healthcare organizations build events and experiences for patient advocates. Lilly serves as the Board Chair of the Autoimmune Association, the world's foremost non-profit leading the fight against autoimmunity and a Board Member for the Brain Cancer Research Alliance.CONNECT WITH LILLY STAIRSWebsite → https://lillystairs.com/ LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/lillystairs/ Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/chronicbossco Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/lillystairs ABOUT DR KARA WADAQuadruple board-certified pediatric and adult allergy immunology & lifestyle medicine physician, Sjogren’s patient and life coach shares her recipe for success combining anti-inflammatory lifestyle, trusting therapeutic relationships, modern medicine & our minds to harness our body’s ability to heal.CONNECT WITH DR WADAWebsite → https://www.drkarawada.com/ LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/karawadamd/ Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/immuneconfident/  Podcast Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/becomingimmuneconfident/ Facebook → <